I had book an appointment at 11am however the nature of the business is that walk ins can come in at any time. Our appointment was delayed but we were fitted in as soon as it was possible. Our technician Lisa did a great job at my daughter in growing toe nail. We were offered water for our wait and a free nail art. This is my tween daughter's favorite salon because it is so calm and always pristine. read more

Olivia Nail Bar - Left wall regular. Right wall Gels. - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

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I felt overcharged during my visit. They refused to tell me the price for my reference photo after I asked. I then pushed and was initially told the total would be $70, but the math didn't add up, so I spoke up and ended up paying $65. It felt like they were trying to get more money out of me. Their in-person prices were also much higher than the prices listed online. The pedicure was decent, but there was leftover gel on my skin. My friend and I got matching nails, and both sets came out uneven and looked very different from the reference photo we provided. The polka-dot designs were also inconsistent and uneven. Overall, I was disappointed with the quality and pricing. I got builder gel on my hands, paid 65 (10 for design, initially told 15. 55 for builder gel) Gel pedicure was 50. total $115 The techs rushed the whole process. read more

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I found this little gem nestled in Moraga. The staff is warm and inviting. My nails are in terrible shape . I settled for a regular manicure and pedicure with clear polish on my hands and a magenta for my toes. It's been 3 days and the clear polish is holding up well on my hands. The regular pedicure left the soles of my feet soft. My nails are on the mend ‍ I will be back routinely to get my nails back on track. The atmosphere is relaxing. I fell asleep during my pedicure. read more

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Best quality gel manicure I've received from salons in this area! The staff were very polite and the atmosphere was relaxing. Thank you!! read more

Olivia Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

I have weak nails and had heard that Builder gel was a good way to help short nails grow out. I have never had it done before. I asked if they did builder gel manicures she said yes. I got in quickly and service was friendly. After she was finished I was skeptical as to whether or not I actually received the service I asked for. She basically "built" up my nails by applying many, many layers of clear gel polish and then put colored polish on top. I paid and went on my way. They look okay. I then did some research and see that Builder gel is actually a specific product not the technique that she used. It is much thicker than regular gel polish and can actually be used to add a little bit of length to your nails. I don't know if it was a language barrier or she just said that they have that service when they really don't, because they want the business, but either way I feel kind of ripped off. read more

Tried booking an appointment and now AI answers the calls. Horrible!!! The AI would Not connect me to a human, I had a few questions before booking the appointment but AI wouldn't transfer the call to anyone so after a few attempts I gave up. This is a perfect example of how AI is NOT GOOD for your business, you lost a customer. I called another nail bar where I spoke to an actual human who answered my questions. Very disappointed with Olivia's new AI phone system!!!! read more

I'm surprised by the low reviews! This was my first time here and I got a pedicure done by Kathy. Fast service. Very relaxing and my pedicure was great. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Professional, friendly and good service! I am artist and usually choose three colors and they accommodate it read more

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If you're looking for a new nail salon this is not the place. Please save your $40 for a gel manicure and go elsewhere. Kathy did my manicure and it was disappointing to say the least. This is after she spent an additional 15-20 minutes trying to fix my manicure after she painted my nails. Not to mention she also got upset when I asked her to even out my nails after I pointed out that they weren't cut straight. read more

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This was my first visit here and my last. The nail tech did a horrible job on my gel manicure- it was lumpy and I didn't notice it until I got home and put my glasses on I called as soon as I saw the lumps and was told to come back. The new nail tech did a better job but one week later, my nails are chipped. Don't waste your money here. read more

The team at Olivia's nail bar consistently do a great job, run on schedule and are super kind on top of that. I've been going there for years, solo, with girlfriends and my kids for special mommy-me pampering. Highly recommend. read more

Either the business changed hands, or there is a new manager running the shop when I visit. I started visiting Olivia's when I moved to the area about 2 years ago. I enjoyed that I was able to make an appointment online, and at the time I lived right down the road so it as very convenient. After moving approx 30 minutes away, I kept coming back because the atmosphere was enjoyable-- very calm and quiet. Unlike other nail shops, this one was quietly serene with a TV playing beautiful landscapes and calm music. The nail techs spoke conservable English so it was easy to talk about what you wanted, and they rarely spoke to each other in a language that was not English so it felt comfortable. The nail service was good-- not great, but reliable which I appreciated. At some point, something changed in how the business is run. Now, it is a completely different atmosphere that is both uncomfortable to experience and producing horrible results. I stopped in last week, and despite booking an appointment ahead of time it took almost 2 hours to get a gel mani/pedi with multiple people flip flopping to work on me. Despite booking the fully loaded pedicure (I work all day on my feet and really craved a paraffin wax treatment), I received a basic gel pedicure and was charged for more. For 2 hours, I watched as the manager took in almost every walk in customer. Most times, she blatantly lied about the wait time, telling people the wait was 15 minutes as she had booked clients sitting there waiting for 45+ minute. I noticed that at all times she was sacrificing the customers who had prebooked appointments. It felt greedy and immoral to her booked customers. I sat and watched as a woman came 13 minutes late to her appointment (yes, shame on her), and then she sat and waited in a chair for almost an hour before someone touched her nails. She politely asked 15 minutes in if she could come in tomorrow instead, and the "manager" told her "no no no I'll be right with you" as she juggled multiple walk in clients that she overloaded her team with. The client was obviously upset and spent the next 45 minutes loudly huffing and hawing-- not relaxing. Two days later, my gel manicure chipped to the point that it was getting caught in my hair. 5 days later, the gel peeled off. Won't go back. Not sure what happened, but they need to get back to their old roots and run a functioning nail business. This was ridiculous to experience. read more

Came in for a birthday pedicure with my wife! Quick and efficient. Finally tended to my dang ingrown nails! Been so afraid to take care of it myself, now I gotta just maintain it. Overall environment is very calming. Slow, soft music is playing while the TV behind the bar shows a variety of nature videos. My feet feel freshhhhhh. read more

Disappointed. Technician was good. But....Had a 11:45 appointment and she finished at 12:19. 34 minutes. She might have worked on me longer but a regular customer came in & requested the girl working on me. Therefore, she hurried and I'm the one who lost out. My first & last time here. I really wanted a new nail salon. Was rushing me so the regular customers daughter could take my seat...with shoes...messed up a toe nail. Bummed out! read more

Great service here. Lisa gave me a beautiful manicure and everyone was super helpful as I was on crutches when I went!

This is a great place! I recently moved and was looking for a new nail salon. I am definitely a new customer. Both techs were friendly, through and efficient. Place was very clean and inviting. read more

This was an awful experience. I had gel x nails from a previous salon and all I had requested was for the old gel x to be removed. I did not want new nails or anything. The service itself was fine. When the technician was done she said it would be $10 for the removal of the old nails. I handed her $20 and i asked for change. I made it clear when asking for change that I intended to tip $5, which is already a 50% tip. She then got upset and looked at me stating that since she had to remove gel x, that it actually costed $20. She fully changed the price when she saw I had a 20. This is absolutely crazy work. I asked her why the price had changed and she didn't respond. I ultimately gave up and said it was fine. BUT. This lady had the audacity to then proceed to ask if I would be tipping. I will not be coming back to this salon at any point. This was awful and I was stifled of my money as a young college girl. DO NOT GO HERE. read more

Amazing service and high quality pedicure! I felt like a million bucks leaving here! the staff is so hospitable and friendly, it's like hanging out with your friends! read more

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Have been a few times now and the service is consistently excellent and friendly. Calm environment with lots of natural light. Pricing is reasonable too. read more

Wendy did my pedicure, and she was great! She was friendly and professional. I'd come to see her again. read more

Olivia Nail Bar - Gel pedicure Opi 08 - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

Lovely, clean nail salon in a plaza, very reasonable prices, friendly staff, plenty of parking. I had an outstanding mani-pedi and was surprised at the cost expecting it to be much more expensive for the quality. read more

I've been coming to this salon since it opened. Fantastic atmosphere and great quality pedicures. Shout out to Linh who always puts a special flower on my toes. Thank you! read more

Olivia Nail Bar - My toes - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

The ladies at Olivia's Nail Bar are super nice, skilled, and efficient! They do the best to meet every request and is super accommodating. Very clean, high tech, and modern nail bar! Highly recommend coming, nails come out beautiful every time. read more

Olivia Nail Bar - Gel Nails with French Tips and design - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

Pros - clean and beautiful salon Cons - appointment system is a mess. Pretty much non existent. Appointments don't mean anything to them. You can make an appointment and they'll still make you wait an hour bc they've triple booked themselves and take every walk in over your appointment time. It's happened to me multiple times but today was frustrating. I was really annoyed today that I called several days ago asking for them to give me a time that they were free as I needed a quick appointment. They told me 12p on Friday. I rearranged my afternoon to make it work and when I called at 11:55 saying I was on my way, they told me their salon was full and to come back in a few hours despite my appointment. lol I cancelled and went somewhere else read more

Well, the mani/pedi is decent and it's definitely one of the cleaner nail salons around but my gripe has to do with the champagne spa package. Twice I've booked the champagne package with a friend and twice I've had to remind them for my glass of champagne. First time they barely filled the glass a quarter way with champagne (that's ok since it's more about the experience than the actual champagne) and the second time they gave me a meager pour of some horrible tasting white wine. If they don't plan on having the product in house, and can't offer a proper pour, then they should take it off the menu. read more

Called and scheduled 2 pedicures for the same day. Arrived and were instantly greeted and directed to the colors selection. After selecting a color, the ladies directed me and my friend to the spaces we would we occupy and offered us drinks for our service! Never had that at any other nail bar! Ladies were wonderful checking in on the temperature of the water during the service, making conversation and going above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable during our reservation!! I am definitely returning to this nail bar as soon as I need a new pedicure!! read more

Fast and good quality. Prices are standard. I miss the days when I could get a pedi and mani for $45. The place is relaxing and clean. Many colors to choose from. Would recommend. read more

This salon is perfect in every way! Wonderful human beings work there. Great music and photography. Treatments are the best. I ask for a deluxe mani - pedi and it is fabulous! You will leave the salon feeling amazing! I could not be more thrilled to recommend them. read more

Good to see new ownership, they did a wonderful job on my nails and the services are great too. Definitely recommend to others!

Great atmosphere/vibe, friendly staff, and good services. They are wonderful and very accommodating. I love getting my nails done here! read more

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Really fast and good service. I got a pedicure with regular polish and a manicure with gel. It was 70 altogether (without the tip). They did it at the same time which was super efficient and felt very luxurious! The seats arent typical massage chairs- they are even more comfortable because they have a bunch of pillows you can adjust how you like. They put a pillow on my lap to do my manicure and one on the side to rest my arm on. Honestly, a way more comfortable experience than moving from chair to chair. Also, the lady who runs the place is very sweet. Everyone is kind and knows what they are doing here. I felt like a princess! read more

Olivia Nail Bar - French tip (gel) on my natural nails with an extension on my middle nail because my middle nail was shorter than the others. - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

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Amazing salon that exceeded my expectations. SUPER clean and you can see how well sanitized are tools and fresh beautiful towels and overall attention to details. All technicians are very detail oriented and meticulous which I really appreciate. My gel nails last exactly 2 weeks and don't chip/break and look very polished. read more

Olivia Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

I have been twice recently and had terrible pedicures. This time I took my friend and hers was also "the worst pedicure [she's] ever had". The whole pedicure was only 15 minutes. Our nails were barely cut, and mine at a total slant. The whole thing was incredibly rushed and the pedicurist seemed very grumpy. Usually when you have a skirt or dress they give you a towel to put over your legs, of course I did get that, but my friend did. Once the main part of the pedi was done, she didn't even rinse the soap and gross water off my legs/feet. Then she barely rubbed my legs, not even putting lotion on my heels or toes. Then she put the hot towel on and usually they cool it down, but she didn't and it literally burned my leg. I like hot things, but this was way too hot! When she polished my toes she did the second coat with the wrong color and when she realized I said I liked it. Instead of listening, she wiped it off with her fingers, didn't use nail polish remover, didn't apply new base coat and sloppily repainted the color. I would have been happy with the wrong color on top, if she asked, but she didn't, and so I ended up with no base coat and a half ass paint job. As soon as it was done she put the slippers on and rushed me out. I had made an appointment and it was more than an hour prior to closing at that point, but they were sweeping and making us feel very unwelcome. All of this within 20 minutes of arrival. Honestly it was the opposite of relaxing and a waste of money. I won't be going back. The experience really left a bad taste in my mouth. I did raise my review from 1 star to three stars. I would say the owner of this place does take customer service very seriously. She responded in a few hours to my post and because I had paid via venmo, sent a refund. The pedicure was bad, and when I said 15 minutes, that was the actual pedicure part, not painting my toes, which took longer because of the mistake with my color--my friend was already finished before me, but this gesture makes me feel taken care of as a customer. Thank you! read more

Olivia Nail Bar - My toenail was totally slanted - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

NEVER AGAIN. I have given this nail salon SO MANY second chances. I have been there half a dozen times and every time there has been an issue. First, I thought it was my bad luck. Now I know that it is terrible management. So the worst of it is that today, the nail technician (who was actually the owner) was rushing SO FAST on my nails that she clipped my finger! It bled for a solid 10 minutes! Accidents happen, but this happened because they were very overbooked and she was trying to do my nails as fast as she could. She was going so quickly that even after she cut my finger, I also had to ask her to go back and get the garden dirt out from under my fingernails. Isn't that pretty basic? Cleaning under the fingernails? Why do I have to ask special for that? But even before she cut me, I had already decided that I would never go back. The reason is this: They never turn anyone away. They will always say they have time to do whatever services requested... But then you sit there for 15 or 20 or even 30 minutes! After this happened twice this summer, I decided I needed to always make an appointment. Now I have done that several times and even so --I still have to wait. Today, knowing that time management has been a problem in the past, I confirmed when I made the appointment that I could get my manicure and pedicure at the same time. I was told this would not be a problem. I walked in at the appointed time and then had to wait 20 minutes before anyone could start my pedicure. During that time, two clients came in and asked if they could have a manicure or pedicure, and the owner said yes! Even though myself and another woman -- who also had an appointment -- were already waiting! I know this business is hard and they don't make a lot of money. I know it's hard to figure out the scheduling. But they've been in business for several years and by now they should be able to take an appointment for a service and have a technician available for that appointment within a reasonable timeframe. Otherwise, what is the purpose of an appointment?! NEVER AGAIN. Much better to drive over to Lafayette and go to the salon behind Whole Foods. They do an excellent job and they are very friendly and quick. read more

It's 515pm on Saturday night and it dawned on me that I may be wearing flip flops on an upcoming trip and my nails needed to be done so made a swift drive to try Olivia. I saw that they were sweeping up for the 6pm close but took me in. Yeah! The place is very fresh and clean. I like the bar set up. Mani stations are simple and comfortable. None of those big adjustable chairs here. The women proceeded to work on me very efficiently. I was done by 6! Nails look good although I like the cuticles to be cut back more but all good. Because it was my first time there, they gave me 10% off. Nice! Happy to go back another time. read more

I've been to this nail salon several times and the last two times I got an infection from the nail tech pulling my hangnail! I should've learned the first time and not gone back, but I decided to give them one more chance. terrible mistake - since this time I'm in so much pain and my toe is very infected. I'm hoping I don't need to go on antibiotics. I called and they gave me a refund but it still doesn't excuse the nail technicians being inexperienced and pulling out a hangnail. When I bled, she didn't even stop to clean it and just continued! read more

Olivia Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

Have been to this salon twice, now. First appointment was a pedicure and nail dip with SNS powder. Second appointment was just for the nail dip. For those who don't know, a nail dip is where a dipping powder is used, as opposed to gel polish and UV light. You get a similar look and no dry time, without the light. My last manicure with this dipping process from Olivia Nails, lasted just shy of 3 weeks. Nails just grew out, with only minimal chipping during the third week. Let me also say that I am NOT EASY on my hands/nails, so this process works better and lasts longer for me than gel/shellac. The owner Vanessa, is lovely. The nail tech Hannah is also wonderful, and definitely knows what she's doing with the the dipping powder. I absolutely recommend Olivia Nails :) read more

Olivia Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Moraga, California

When I came across Olivia Nail Bar I thought it was the cutest mail salon ever! I went when they were brand new, before the yelp page was even set up. Initially, they were welcoming and gave me tea! Loved it! As my pedicure proceeded it got worse and worse. I always time the massages during my pedicures and this one barely lasted three minutes total. Very short for a $30 pedicure. Other than that, it wasn't too bad, until I got to my car where I saw that I had dead spin hanging off my toe, gross. And my pedicure only lasted TWO DAYS before it started to chip; before this I've never had a pedicure chip until at least a week and a half after getting it. This time, I had to repaint my nails before the event I had gotten the pedicure for. Very disappointing. In summary: Ambiance: Very Cute! Service: Nice, staff didn't talk with me much but they did provide me with extras, like tea, which was very nice Results: Very clear they didn't go out of the way to make sure every part of my foot looked nice (see photo of under my toe), and I feel like they used cheap polish because it chipped super fast Rating: Solid 2 stars, just for the staff's attitude and the ambiance, not for the actual quality of my pedicure. read more

Since I had a reply to my previous review... I noticed the dip powder, however I asked for acrylic nails and I got an appointment. You did not say that it was acrylics. I assume the dip was a different method because I trust the nails artists when I go to a salon. I do understand there may have been a language barrier, so maybe your argument is valid. Still, that doesn't change the fact that the length and surface was uneven and the top coat peeled off after a week. Not 2 weeks, my skin being damaged, (by the way my friend who came with me was bleeding after your treatment) And yes you did charge me $60. I was not planning to return but the way you replied was very unfortunate. read more

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It was my first time trying a new nail salon and I'm very disappointed. I asked for gel and they provided regular polish. They wouldn't redo the polish to gel regardless of my request. The polish is also sloppy and lumpy. The seats are extremely uncomfortable. They were overbook and many people were waiting for their appointment. I would not come here again. It was a waste of time and money. read more