What was great to call and ask questions before going since we are here from Chicago. They have limited information on the website however it was a helpful call. It was recommended we schedule an appointment to avoid a long wait; so we did. Due to a previous meeting we were a few minutes late to the appointment. We thought it would be an issue (based on the advice of "scheduling to assure no long wait time. " The salon had be more employees than the 1patron when we walked in. The receptionist was pleasant and friendly. The salon was open, spacious. Well lit and clean. The is a major plus to allow the technician and the client to see the work. The technician I had not directed me to my chair, she also started the massage chair just as I was seated. As she worked on my feet she asked if I was okay which is a good customer service call because I am not a regular client. Just before she moved to paint my toe nails I pointed out there was still a rough spot on my foot; she nodded and said "cracked heel" however did not address it. ( was that because I'd only gotten the basic pedi). Even my regular place in Illinois if a client points out a concern they address it no matter the service; if it concerned your heels. That said, the service from the technician was good and professional. When we return to the area I will schedule an appointment for a pedicure again. read more

I had the mani pedi this afternoon... the pedicure was a positive experience. The manicure on the other hand... yikes. I'm not very picky, but when I'm paying a lot of money for a service, I expect it to not be messy or rushed. I've been getting builder gel/hard gel for 5+ years now. I had a great salon in north park area that I was loyal to, and then we moved up to the Escondido area. I've been looking for a new go-to salon, and I thought this would be it since the reviews are pretty good? I'm pretty upset with how my manicure turned out. It's sloppy, the nails aren't filed evenly, and the design is something I could've done in my sleep (it's smeared In multiple places?)... I paid $10 for this design, $10 to trim my cuticles (and they look worse than before...), and another $70 for the hard gel? I've never spent this much on a manicure and it's the worst quality manicure I've ever gotten. The tech seemed rushed to get to another client... Long story short, I'm requesting a full refund on the manicure, and if I don't receive a response, I will be filing a chargeback with my credit card. I plan on going back to my original spot tomorrow to have them redone. read more

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Would not recommended at all. I got a gel manicure and pedicure. The whole time the staff was extremely rude and were rushing just to get me in and out. It was not relaxing at all. They did my manicure and pedicure at the same time, wouldn't even let me turn on the massage chair I was sitting it. My gel polish was completely chipped in 3 days! read more

A really good leg massage to finish my pedicure. So quick and relaxing The interior was also updated and looks so nice. read more

Prestige Nails - Polly and Kim were amazing. First timer and absolutely happy! - Nail Salons Near Me - Escondido, California

This shop is popular. There are 9 chairs for pedicures and 9 chairs for manicures. My daughter was a walk-in. They do have a reservation system though. At the time of our arrival they didn't have any techs available, but we were given an appointment for an hour later that was honored 15 minutes early (much appreciated). Quality and cleanliness is good. The vibe is relaxing. read more

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Pricey , hidden fees , the charges were over the top , it's sad to me when they look at you and they wonder "how much can I charge them based on your attire and looks ". Not returning ever read more

Prestige Nails - $303.00 - Nail Salons Near Me - Escondido, California

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Live nearby and was looking for a new nail place so came here and the staff are nice, extra nice if you're Caucasian. The prices are high. This place is usually busy so it's best to call and make an appointment if you don't want to wait. The quality was nothing over the top for what they charge. I did appreciate how clean the place is but it's also a big place so it can get loud and just busy vibes from the moment you step inside. read more

Save urself the trouble there's plenty of other nail salons out there ! 1st off overpriced ! 2nd nobody has a personality, u got one gal that just walks back n forth doing absolutely nothing but looking like a waste of space especially when there's a wait !! 3rd getting an appointment is a joke , u will sit n wait as if ur time is not important!! Do urself a favor and find another place , I believe there's one literally across the street ! Hope this review helps cause I was banbuzzeled when I read the reviews , I can only assume those reviews were a bot !! read more

if you want to pay a lot of $ for a very ordinary pedicure, then this is your place. Nothing out of the ordinary that would warrant the best part of one hundred bucks for a pedicure! And my heels, though aggressively scrubbed with the pumice, came away all scratchy & rough. The staff are the usual collection of Asian women who laugh & joke with each other but seemingly are not fluent enough in English to communicate with the client. Once was enough. I will be taking my feet elsewhere to get my nails cut short, a concept that seemed to be incomprehensible to the nail tech. read more

Great place very friendly and fun. The best I've had. The gal took great care of my feet and amazing massage. Only go here!!

Had a great experience with Helen today! Not only is she very experienced in her technique, but it was like sitting down and having a conversation with my sister for an hour. . I got a gel manicure with added Chrome and I love it! 5/5 read more

Prestige Nails - Gel Chrome Manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Escondido, California

I have been here at least four times and never been disappointed. My manicure still looked great 6 weeks later (despite the grow out) and my pedicure lasted even longer. Plus it's all nontoxic. read more

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I requested a pedicure and a Manicure. I wanted a just clear polish on my hands. The entire thing took 40 min. They charged me 100$. Do I think there services where worth 100$. No absolutely not. I won't be going back. read more

Prestige Nails is a bit pricey, but it's worth it. Every manicure and pedicure I've had has lasted at least 6 to 8 weeks. I was able to get in without an appointment on a weekend! Service is extraordinary. I highly recommend this place. read more

Ann and Kim are the best. They are both incredibly patient, kind and perfectionist. The salon is clean and many colors to select from. The prices are high but it's worth it. read more

I really tried to make this salon work after moving to the area -- I gave Prestige Nail 8 chances over the span of 3 months. Unfortunately, I've reached the point where I have to give up. Each visit came with some issue -- whether it was with the service, billing, scheduling, or all of the above. Twice they rescheduled my appointment last-minute, only for the technician to question why I was "late" (I wasn't -- I came at the newly scheduled time). My first visit was a disaster: I brought a reference photo and was very clear about what I wanted -- simple, clean nails, nearly identical to what I already had. Still, the shape, color, and length were all wrong, and the tech didn't ask for my input until she was already halfway done. I expressed that I wasn't happy, but she continued anyway. When I checked out and gave polite feedback, I was told, "I'm sorry. That'll be $63." Over time, I started noticing inconsistent billing -- I was charged different amounts for the same service nearly every time. When I asked about it, the receptionist (Giana) was consistently rude and dismissive. On my last visit -- the final straw -- I was again overcharged. I questioned it, and she adjusted the bill, only to immediately add another charge (for a nail fix I shouldn't have needed in the first place). I had brought in the actual broken nail to show them it hadn't been properly sealed -- you could visibly see where water got in and fungus had started to form. I tried to explain this to Giana, who demanded "proof" in the form of photos, even after I told her I had the actual nail -- which was in the tech's trash bin. Only when I insisted I'd retrieve it did she finally relent and ask how I wanted the refund. In just 3 months, I developed fungus on 3 nails -- something that never happened in 2 years of regular nail maintenance elsewhere. I've also had at least 6 nails break within a week of leaving the salon. There's more I could say, but ultimately: this salon is disorganized, inconsistent, and poorly managed, and unfortunately, I cannot recommend it to anyone. read more

Ive been coming here for 5 years and have always raved about what a good job they do, however the price has gotten out of control and now they're non toxic meaning they don't do acrylic anymore and I'm not willing to pay $80+ for in my opinion stick on nails. So I won't be back read more

Moved to Escondido from San Diego and had a nail shop that I loved. Been looking all over north county for a spot to replace my old salon and sadly this place is not it... The price is not worth the service. Way too expensive for what's provided. I wish I would've read the reviews before coming but after I already sat down for a pedicure and put my feet in the water, was handed the price list and felt like it was too late. A regular pedicure with French tip usually goes for $25-$30 but this place charged double if not more than that and for that price I would expect a long massage or scrub to come with it but that did not happen. Will sadly not be returning... read more

Poorly job on the fastest pedicure I've ever had. To top it off they're charging $47 for a regular pedicure. I don't mind paying when I'm happy with the service but this was a 10 min pedicure. read more

Pricing. Paid 68 for cat eye gel manicure on bare nails. That is too much for the service. The website pricing is misleading and the reason I came to this place. Only to be charged a whole lot more. read more

Service is amazing no one is on their phones. Prepare for a very relaxing experience. Hold on not to mention the spa is non toxic a huge plus. Ask for a water or a vietnamese coffee! I only do pedicures and they last me at least 4 weeks and I come out very relaxed and needed a nap. Amazing a must try. Thank you-Porscha read more

Lovely environment, very kind staff and great quality work! Did exactly what I asked. Would recommend! read more

Prestige Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Escondido, California

Such a wonderful and relaxing experience! I love this place and go often for mani and pedi

Just wanted to give 2 shout outs.. 1. My nail lady Linda ALWAYS does an amazing job on my in grown toe nails! If you have problem ties I suggest you go see her!! 2. Jordan has been a great asset to Prestige.. while I will miss her beautiful personality and thoughtfulness, I wish her nothing but the best on the next chapter in her life!! Fly High sweet girl!! read more

I am shocked how bad this pedicure was! I thought I'd treat myself to the top of the line service, what a joke! She ran through the different treatments so fast, like callious remover slaped on and removed right away. She didn't remove any cuticals and when I called her out on it right before polish, she got her back up saying they were 'clean.' But then she went back and did a little of it. They hand you an eye mask and she kept telling me to put it on. I'm sure it was so I couldn't see how little she was doing. The leg massage was a joke, the whole experence was a joke. AND when my girlfriend saw my toes later that day she said it looked like AN 8 YEAR OLD PAINTED THEM! read more

Went in to get a full set of gel-x nails. I really loved the chrome, but found huge gaps of space under a few of my finished nails and gobs of cured gel under the rest of my nails. Sad to say I should have just done them myself. I paid $90 for this, really disappointed. However, the staff were very very nice and accommodating, just sad about my nails! read more

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I used to be a regular customer at Prestige. I came in on Thursday around 2:30 and asked for a mani/ pedi. I was told it would be 10 min. I knew I had one hour before getting kids and that was my only window. I waited 20 min and got a seat at a pedicure chair and asked if I could get a manicure at the same time but was told they wouldn't be able to. I decided to make an appointment for the next day at 3:15. So next day I get there at 3:15 and I waited 25 min.. but again I knew I had an hour window between work and getting my kids. I let them know and then my service was rushed. I left paying $115 and I don't think the quality or customer service is worth the price anymore. read more

The nail technicians are very professional & are diligent about being focused on the job. I've gone to quite a few nail shops and the technicians are talking to each other & not paying attention or stopping because they are talking to each other, but not here. The shop is clean, neat and cute. Jenny the owner hosts different fun events with other local stores & also sells gifts at the shop. I've been coming here for less than a year and it's been a great experience. read more

Prestige Nails - The nail tech left to do someone else's nails, weird - Nail Salons Near Me - Escondido, California

I've never written a yelp review but I am in disbelief with my experience in this nail salon ,I got a gel x manicure for 70$ and 6 of my nails fell off the same week I got them done ,they fixed the broken nails for free but they kept breaking off so I asked and they refused to give me a refund or a free new set ,they offered to give me "50% off" for a new set but why should I have to pay when the nails I payed 70$ keep breaking off that's not my fault ,definitely never going there again and don't recommend their gel x service,the woman that fixed the broken nails did a terrible job the shape looks horrible they are paper thin they look like press ons ,there's gel on my skin . read more

Prestige Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Escondido, California

The absolute worse place for walk ins. I walked in for a basic pedicure and the lady had me wait for 15 minutes and choose my color. Then, I was told by the same lady "can you come back later." She was offering me a time frame much later than she offered customers that arrived after me. I totally understand you prioritize appointments and if you are understaffed, but have some respect for those that walk into your establishment for your services. Communicate before you have us waiting just to be denied when I could be making my way to another place. read more

Hannah is an artist! She was so patient with me, especially since this was my first time getting GelX. The nail techs are so funny, make sure you're comfortable, and the atmosphere is so lively. I had a not so similar experience with Cynthia. I want to preface this by saying this could be a difference in personality, so I will focus on the unprofessionalism. A client does not need to hear that you would "never get that length/design". Which is funny because she then proceeds to ask another nail tech to put the same length on her. I also have never experienced management rush a nail tech and their client. My app was at 5:15, started around 5:30, finished and paid by 7:15. "Are you trying to stay here all night", "I need to see the design because no way I'm here after 7", "The poor girl was here all day". Also the multiple comments about how I'll "scratch my butt" or "have problems wiping my butt". I know that's an on going joke with nails, but it's a little overdone when you mention it multiple times and mock me with your friend right in front of me. Would have been a 5/5 stars if it wasn't for the unnecessary and rude comments made by Cynthia. Hannah, thank you again for your incredible work. read more

Prestige Nails - Gel X, Long and XL, Pearl Gel 05 - Nail Salons Near Me - Escondido, California

Really wish I would have known Snow was let go and moved to Sunflower Nails on Auto Parkway before my appointment.... Love the front desk gals but I'll be changing salons. Edit: Snow now has ownership of Star Nails, across from Costco. read more

Prestige Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Escondido, California

Alva. My new favorite pedicurist today. Leg massage devine. Always a nice place to get nails done & eyebrows done waxed. Best consistent service with all the ladies. read more

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Very clean, comfortable and relaxing space. My nail tech was wonderful, very attentive, delicate and did very clean job. Oh and the receptionist was very attentive as well. Great experience! read more

Love this place ! I come here all the time. The kindest team and they do a GREAT job. Very reasonable prices too!

I've been going to Prestige for about 12 years. I only ever get a gel mani/pedi at most, so my services aren't nearly as involved or time-intensive as others. Pros: The front desk staff are always welcoming. The face-left of the salon is nice. Hit or Miss: The quality of the experience and the work has always been hit or miss. The service is never terrible, but absolutely varies by technician. Even with the same tech, the quality of service is inconsistent. Cons: The prices have increased more than is reasonable considering the inconsistency in service. Service prices are listed highest to lowest in the menu, which is sketchy and misleading. I prefer to book an appt online, but the online booking system listing of services doesn't match the in-salon menu, doesn't provide descriptions for the services, and the prices don't align. I used to endure the inconsistent service, since it was easy to get a walk-in appt and the prices were on par for the quality of service. Since this is no longer the case, I'm shopping around for a new nail salon. read more

This is a great salon! Always able to make an appointment, they are super nice and do a great job on my pedicures! They always offer you something to drink and do a wonderful massage on your legs. I had Taylor today and she was so nice and did a nice flower design on my toes! read more

I really wanted to like this place so much so that the first time I came and got a lumpy full set I thought maybe it's a bad day. The second time, I came for a pedicure and gel x. The person doing my pedicure suddenly stopped my massage, when I went to look SHE HAD FALLEN ASLEEP WHILE RUBBING MY LEGS. They gave me $10 off for it, so I came back for a 3rd time, hoping this time would be the time I have a great visit. I get my pedicure from Tina, she is great. Get your pedicures from Tina. My hands, however, were bad. I asked to have my gel x removed and hard gel on my fingers, i also asked to have my cuticles cut. This usually includes cuticles getting pushed back, then cut. She rips the first two nails off using a nail tip. Because she didn't soak my fingers in any sort of acetone or gel remover, she rips 2 of my real nails that I had tried so hard to grow out. She then just clips the rest off, throws tips on the messed up ones and says "it's because they're uneven". She proceeds to file down the gel x nails, to even out the texture to my real nail. Thinning out the 3 weeks of natural nail growth. She doesn't do my cuticles. They're thick and lumpy and she didn't clean underneath. When the front desk attendant asked me whats wrong, I told her that I would just fix them myself at home because I felt SO RUSHED towards the end. Then the nail tech was confrontational and proceeds to go to the desk and explain why she didn't push and cut my cuticles when she heard me tell the front desk staff what was wrong. I felt super uncomfortable. The front desk gave me another $10 off, so I gave 2 stars instead of 1 because at least the front desk lady was sweet. read more

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I'm conflicted in this review. I've been coming here for more years than I can count. Always great service. Within the last year or so it is now under new ownership. The new owner seems to belittle the employees and doesn't seem treat them great- that's from the outside looking in. I will say she made the shop "nicer"- better set up, pretty decor, but the prices have doubled, at least. I just wanted a basic spa pedicure but I had not been in a few months. The prices doubled, and there is no basic pedicure. Everything has some sort of up charge add on. For gel the cheapest pedicure you can get is $55 and includes callus removal. As an athletes I don't want/need that, I need my calluses so I don't get blisters! So I went with the next one up, which for some reason gives an eye mask for $60. My pedicure was great, as usual, but I just wanted a quick, basic service and that's no longer an option. My service had already started before I saw the new menu and prices or I wouldn't have stayed. So my nail tech gets 5 stars, she did a great job, but the excessive increase in cost and overall changes to the shop gets 1.5. read more

Came in to get my nails removed and while they are off! it was the worst pain ever, the tech,while ripping my nail off, managed to snip the inside of my nail. when i had expressed my pain she just said only hurt a little. Definitely not just a little because half of my natural nail is coming off my nailbed. Will not come back and I would not recommend. Also it was 15 dollars to get your fingers cut and ripped off. Unprofessional. Other places charge that but soak it off AND put oil on your nails afterwards. Insane. read more

Prestige Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Escondido, California