love this place so much!! i always come here for a manicure or nails, and they always do an amazing job. they are all so sweet and kind! i usually go to nikita and she is amazing! read more

5 stars for Lynn! I had a wonderful experience with Lynn,my favorite lady, and my nails turned out absolutely stunning! She did an incredible job with my set--the subtle blue French tips are so clean, and the 3D flower accent with the pearl detail is completely gorgeous. What impressed me most was Lynn's attention to detail and patience. She took her time to make sure every nail was perfect. read more

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My co-worker used to rave about this place and that's when I asked her about her nail spot as my tech was away on vacation. Her nails were always on point so I decided to give this spot a try. With that said, these folks cannot handle real nails with gel. I had the most aggressive nail tech who started off by telling me I had nice natural nails but they were weak; and wouldn't be able to give me exactly what I wanted. What!!? Mind you, she used an aggressive filing tool to remove all my previous gel vs soaking them off. If anything, she is the reason my nails have weakened as she was cheating the method of removal. After I told her I solely wanted Gel X and not Builder Gel (which is costly and can get excessively thick) as she recommended, she told me told me I had weak nails and kept folding my nails to show me they'd break. Her original smile went dull and she spoke her language the entire time while repeating herself about how weak and bad my nails were. Interesting... and rude. She made the entire experience unbearable and made it seem like it was all my fault, constantly reminding me my nails will break and were weak. When I returned to work, I found out my co-worker stopped going to Pinko as her mom had a horrible experience as well after being a customer for years. Highly recommend taking your business elsewhere. read more

WOW! Daisy did such an amazing job! Highly recommend. She took her time even when I kept changing things up. read more

My nails lasted, retention was great and the team has notification reminders via text read more

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This was my second visit to this location, and unfortunately, it will be my last. I paid $75 for builder gel with cat-eye color, but the nail polish was uneven and the overall application was disappointing. And I feel that the result could have been much better, especially on a slow Wednesday with simple nail service. I remember that I also asked if she would cleaned up or inspected my nails afterward and was told no. I had a great experience with a previous technician here, which is why I came back, but this visit was very different. I could have asked for her name (long hair, she was fast and efficient). I recommend reading the reviews and choosing your technician carefully. There are plenty of other nail salons out there, so unfortunately, they've lost me as a customer. read more

Pinko Nails and Spa - Both hands look like this - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Pinko is the only nail place I'll ever go to, their work is always amazing and everyone is so sweet!! Thank you!! read more

Pinko Nails and Spa - By Lyn - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

‼‼DO NOT GO HERE ‼‼ Wouldn't recommend to anyone. You'd be better off anywhere else, your toes will come in worse than when you came in, however overgrown. She left MULTIPLE scrapes on my toes, ant and all cuts were super uneven. This was the WORST experience I've ever had in a nail salon. There was ZERO force applied to the massage. Never have I hated myself for wasting 35$. Manicurist was distracted and didn't look at my toes. She spent 15 minutes max on ALL removing the polish, buffing, and an additional sugar scrub/massage. Lady did not give a s*. It was also overcrowded. Environment was "meh". Only redeeming quality was that the guy in the front sat me down fast... if anything. read more

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I've been coming here for about 3 years now and I love it! I get medium almond gel-x and Han gets me right every time. Would recommend! read more

Pinko Nails and Spa - Gel-x nails by Han:) - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

My first time coming here! I took a few months off to give my nails a break, and get them for my birthday! I am SO OBSESSED!! I have never loved my nails this much! Nikita blow my mind on how amazing she did! I am definitely coming back to her for my fill! Thank you again Nikita you are so talented!! These are the best birthday nails read more

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They come out cute everytime .. don't get me wrong I have to ask them to fix something here and there but for the most part I love them everytime and have came back everytime! read more

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Before coming to see Daisy, I had such bad experiences with builder gel. My nails would chip quickly, look bulky, and previous nail techs over-filed my nails causing damage. My sister has been coming to Pjnko for years and recommended I see Daisy. Since coming to Daisy, I haven't had any of those issues. She is so detail-oriented and truly cares about maintaining the integrity and health of my nails. She's also incredibly talented with nail art, every inspo picture I've brought her has turned out even better than I imagined. I recently asked her to create a set for my upcoming Hawaii trip, and I was impressed with how beautiful each nail came out. She truly is incredibly talented. read more

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This is my second time coming here, and I'm SO glad I found Nikita. She's amazing, kills it every time. She goes so fast, but she's so thorough. Last time, my set lasted 3 weeks and no gems budged, nothing chipped, etc.. She's amazing, and the staff is so friendly. Nikita is my go to nail tech at Pinko! read more

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I've been coming to this nail salon for YEARS and I've always gotten the best service from all the girls that work here. It's always super clean, super relaxing and they make me feel super comfortable asking for anything. I will never go anywhere else. read more

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My best friend's bridal party here before her wedding and we all left thrilled! Each of us got our own spin on a white and gold theme French tips, gold foil, tiny 3D flowers, and delicate star accents and together they looked amazing for photos. The attention to detail was impressive, and the staff handled our whole group smoothly without rushing anyone. Everyone was relaxed and having fun celebrating the bride. Could not believe the details and precision on every single set. Highly recommend Pinko Nails and Spa for bridal parties, they made us all feel beautiful. Will be back! read more

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**DON'T COME HERE.** There are plenty of nail shops that deserve your money and will actually stand behind their work. I originally asked for a very simple design: clear nails, a little gold detailing/gems, and a French tip on two nails per hand. Nothing elaborate or over-the-top. I was quoted $115, which was already ridiculous for what I was asking for. Then, after she had already started, I realized the direction it was going in wasn't going to work, so I decided to simplify it. I just needed something cute and basic to get me through this weekend before my actual event next weekend. Instead, I ended up with acrylic nails that look like granny press-ons.. No color, nothing! The powder was nude, but that's about it! I was told the total would be $70, then told my nails were "long" and there was another $5 charge for the shape. My nails are clearly NOT long. They eventually took the $5 off, so I paid $65 for a set I didn't even want. The worst part? Now I have to find another salon willing to remove and redo someone else's work, which means more time, more money, and potentially more damage to my nails. And with a concert coming up, I don't have the option of just letting these grow out. The biggest red flag for me was having to explain and educate the nail tech about what I wanted instead of feeling confident that she understood her own craft. I need my nail lady to come back in town I don't mind paying for quality, but I do expect quality.If you want nails done well, take your money somewhere else. There are too many talented nail techs out there to settle for this. read more

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Great experience, got my mom and I in quickly and next to each other for our pedicures. I waited to do my review until the first chip in my nail polish so I could give an accurate timeframe of how long it lasts. I got them done on Sunday January 11th and the first chip was Tuesday February 3rd. That's some good quality nail polish! I am on my feet excessively both shoeless and with socks & shoes on, so I need a high quality and long lasting pedicure. This was worth every penny and I didn't even get gel! 10/10 recommend read more

I love Pinko nails! It's always easy to get a last minute same day appointment, they're located conveniently next to a Starbucks. All the nail techs here are super sweet and talented, they take their time. The salon is always clean and I feel relaxed when I come for my mani/pedi, the price is also reasonable. Highly recommend :) read more

Absolutely love this place! Been coming here for a few years now and the staff here are so courteous and accommodating read more

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I have been going to Pinko Nails for years. Whenever I book, I will take any available staff member because they are all so skilled! Not only that, everyone is so kind. read more

My first time customer experience warm welcoming Outstanding nail tech design results !! Love Love Love my gorgeous nails Thank you! read more

Pinko Nails and Spa - Fall design w/ bow charms - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Everything went really well at pinko nail salon! Everyone was so nice and welcoming, and I had a great experience from start to finish. My nails came out beautiful, and I'm really happy with how they turned out. I definitely recommend this salon and will be coming back! read more

Pinko Nails and Spa - Everyone was super nice, welcoming, and made me feel comfortable. I'm definitely coming back for my next set! - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

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I've been going to Pinko for over two years now, and they never have disappointed me! My nails always turn out perfect, and I really appreciate how much time and attention they put into making sure everything is up to my standard. I highly recommend! read more

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I always come for gel x and I have never been disappointed! The quality is always amazing read more

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Always love coming to Pinko Nails to get my nails done by Han! She is amazing and always helps me when I cannot decide on a design. Everyone is very welcoming and the vibe is very chill with their spa music. I always look forward to coming! read more

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1/2 I recently posted a review based on an experience that left me feeling disappointed and, at the time, somewhat devalued. After having the opportunity to speak with the owner and have my concerns genuinely heard and addressed, I felt it was only right to remove that review and share an updated one. I have been patronizing this neighborhood nail salon for over 30 years, through changes in ownership and throughout the years. There is a reason I continue to come back. The salon is clean, inviting, professional, and filled with wonderful people. The owner was extremely kind and gracious in addressing my concerns. I also understand that the circumstances surrounding my previous experience were not necessarily her fault. What matters to me is how a business responds when something doesn't go quite right--and they made it right. My pedicure today was amazing, and my go-to girl is wonderful! Mina.... As a longtime member of this community and a small-business owner myself, I understand the importance of supporting our neighborhood businesses. I don't like leaving negative reviews, especially when someone is willing to listen, communicate, and correct the situation. Thank you, Pinko Nails, for the genuine kindness and concern you showed me today and for reminding me why I have continued to support you all these years. I gladly give you 4 1/2 to 5 stars and look forward to continuing to support you. Shelle read more

UPDATE -- RESPONSE TO OWNER: I'm updating my review after reading the owner's response because, unfortunately, the response further demonstrates the lack of accountability that was part of my original complaint. The statement, "Since you understand Vietnamese, you would know what their conversation was about," comes across as incredibly dismissive and condescending. Yes, I understand Vietnamese -- I AM Vietnamese. I grew up with the language through family members who were born and raised in Vietnam. This is not simply a language I happen to understand. I understood what was being said, the context in which it was being said, and the unnecessary remarks that continued after the issue with the color had already been resolved. And once again, MY COMPLAINT WAS NEVER SIMPLY ABOUT THE COLOR. I made that abundantly clear in my original review. The color was merely what initiated the interaction. My complaint was about the lack of professionalism and respect shown toward me as a paying customer. In fact, your own response states, "once you selected another color, we agree the conversation should not have continued." Exactly. That is the point. Once I selected another color, the issue was resolved. There was absolutely no reason for the continued commentary about me or the situation while I was sitting directly in front of your employees. So reducing my experience to the technicians simply "discussing the confusion regarding your previous color selection" completely minimizes and frankly avoids the actual issue raised in my review. If the conversation were truly nothing more than necessary communication about my color selection, why did it continue after I had already selected another color? And why did the atmosphere suddenly change once I made it known that I understood what was being said? Again, the issue was never the language being spoken. I am Vietnamese myself. The issue was the assumption that I could be discussed in front of my face because I presumably wouldn't understand. Your response also completely overlooks the rest of the experience I described: the rough and rushed service afterward, being left sitting during my appointment, the defensiveness when I addressed the situation, and the condescending remark that "maybe this isn't the place for you" after I said I would not return. None of those things have anything to do with a nail color. I also find it contradictory to say your staff "never intended to say anything disrespectful or negative," while simultaneously acknowledging that the conversation should not have continued. If you recognize that it was inappropriate for the conversation to continue, then please recognize what my complaint has been about from the beginning instead of reducing it to a misunderstanding over a color. I appreciate the portion of the response that apologizes for making me uncomfortable. However, an apology followed by minimizing the behavior and reframing my complaint is not genuine accountability. After approximately two years as a customer, I did not expect special treatment. I expected what ANY PAYING CUSTOMER should be able to expect: professionalism, respect, and the ability to receive a service without being unnecessarily discussed by employees sitting around them. read more

Totally a 10/10 nail salon. Keep coming back to this place. My nails are so pretty and all the staff are accommodating read more

Pinko Nails and Spa - Totally meets my expectations! Keep coming back to this nail saloon. Totally 10/10 service. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Helena absolutely killed it with my nails and flawlessly touched them back up after I went rock climbing and rubbed some of the gold off my nails. Always love coming to this nail salon, they always do a great job and have nice staff read more

Pinko Nails and Spa - Pink and blue gel x nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Jessica did a super good job with my nails, thank you so much!! I honestly love coming to this nail salon because they are always able to do my inspo pictures!! I am definitely so excited for my Hawaii trip now! And everyone was so nice too read more

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I've been going to Pinko Nails for a while now, and I always book with Nikita because she is amazing! She consistently gets the shape exactly right and somehow always knows what I'm looking for, even when I have a complicated design in mind. She pays so much attention to detail and creates the most beautiful nails every time. I also love the salon itself. Everyone is always so kind, welcoming, and professional, and the atmosphere is really comfortable. I always leave happy with my nails, and they last so well too. I highly recommend Pinko Nails, especially Nikita, if you're looking for gorgeous nails and great service! read more

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Easy to make an appointment by phone. I get great retention with builder gel and the cutest designs by Lynn. 10/10. read more

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Amazing ladies here I have never been disapointed they are detailed oriented and so kind!! I reccomend Tammy as she did a beautiful job on my lady bugs!!! read more

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I feel like I overpaid for my service. Almost $200 for builder gel with design and gel pedicure. At least they came out nice I guess?

Great customer service, and beautiful nails! Did a wonderful job at cuticle care and pedicures are so relaxing.

They gave me exactly what I asked for. The employees are so nice! A little pricey is my only complaint. read more

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It's my 3rd time here and I will be back every month!! Tammy never let me down Good service Good outcome Friendly staff Reservation required cause they seem pretty busy on Wednesday lol read more

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The service was 10/10 definitely recommend. The people that work here are so nice. Would definitely come back read more

Pinko Nails and Spa - The service is 10/10 ! Definitely recommend - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Thank you Na fo the nails, highly recommend going to her. She makes sure you're happy with the results and is sweet. read more

Pinko Nails and Spa - Highly recommend Na for your nails! She takes her time and makes sure you're happy with the results - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

Bad pedicure. Some people don't work as hard as others. Was told a tech wasn't working the next day but she was. Hate this place. read more