I've been going to ThatMan at Q Nails for over 15 years, and he is the only nail tech I truly trust. I've tried many other places over the past 20+ years, but no one has ever come close to his level of skill, precision, and consistency. Not only is his work exceptional, but his professionalism truly sets him apart. He is always focused, detail-oriented, and dedicated to delivering quality every single time. Over the years, ThatMan has become more than just my nail tech--he's someone I genuinely respect and look up to as a true example of what it means to be a professional. If you're looking for the best, you won't find anyone better. read more

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I have been to Q Nails several times, and unfortunately, my experience has gotten worse with each visit. Sometimes there is a barking dog in the salon, and most of the time the place feels dirty and not particularly well-maintained. My most recent visit will definitely be my last. I stopped in for a walk-in pedicure and asked the man at the front if they had time. He said yes and directed me to a chair. After I sat down and he started filling the foot bath, two customers with appointments walked in. Shortly after that, another walk-in came in, and he turned her away. It was obvious he was annoyed that he had accepted me before realizing his scheduled clients had arrived. He rushed through my pedicure from start to finish. I actually don't mind a shorter massage, so that wasn't my main concern. What bothered me was the quality of the service. He applied only one coat of polish--no base coat and no top coat--and then immediately moved on to the next customer. Once my nails were dry, they told me I was ready to leave and charged me full price for what felt like a rushed, incomplete pedicure. I paid full price, but definitely did not receive a full service. I won't be returning, and based on my experiences, I can't recommend Q Nails. read more

I've been coming to Q Nails for 5+ years now and it's truly one of my go to spots in San Jose. Kim is absolutely amazing and her attention to detail and consistency always impress me. The rest of the staff are also very friendly and always welcoming. I usually get acrylics or Gel-X, and they always turn out beautifully. I tend to stick with neutral colors, but whenever I want to try something a little bolder, Kim is always able to bring my ideas to life. I also really appreciate how flexible and accommodating they are with scheduling. The store also has waxing available and has a bathroom. There's always plenty of parking in the plaza and they accept both cash and card (with an available ATM in case). It feels great to support a local family owned business that's been serving the San Jose/Santa Clara area for over 10 years. read more

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They were open!! Got my Pedi done! a needed 'me' time. Fresh set for a new year! Appreciated their warm welcome (life got busy, and couldnt have Me time..) and feeling refreshed! read more

Yes I would recommend this nail salon. They can provide the service request that you need. The owner Kim and her staff are the real deal. I get so many compliments on my nails and toes. The vibe is great. I would not go anywhere else. Michelle V read more

Very mediocre job with manicure and pedicure.Rushed, no communication. Not very friendly. Salon appears to be pretty dirty. Will not return. read more

they're so rude!!!! the whole experience was not relaxing, there's a little dog that barks at you the entire time, they don't offer you a menu or anything The lady charged me an extra $15 dollars for who knows what and when i asked questions about it she got an attitude and told me i should have read the prices at the front of the store before doing services. the whole experience was TERRIBLE plus it smelt bad in there. I'm an easy to please person but after paying over $100 to be uncomfortable for a few hours it was not worth it! read more

I had been coming to Q nails since 2022, and while they still don't remember me by name or face, they've always been efficient and smiling. But this week the nail tech played in my face and attempted to upcharge me multiple times! I came in for an acrylic fill $38 which was relayed to me by the man on the phone and normally I'm too shy to speak up, but when i told her my appointment she quoted it as $40! I quickly told her he *pointed to man* said $38. Then when it came to repairing one nail ($5 dollars per nail) she began pulling my acrylics OFF my intact nail bed which several times I said OW and to stop. She tried to say I took to long pointing to the actual bad nail. I said, I was here 2 weeks ago and it was my first fill in the set and it already popped off. When I asked THAT nail tech whether to replace the whole nail or not she super glued it and said it would be fine. Then to be told by THIS tech it's my fault I waited too long and it was water damaged (yall it turned green and I've never encountered that before), and proceeded to make her points without understanding she's trying to upcharge for an addition 2 going on 3 more nails she was attempting to rip off. I was appalled. She tried to say she'd only charge for 2 nails. And proceeded to talk to other staff in her language which is normally fine but she was looking at me and laughing at me as she did so. Come on yall. I was getting annoyed. I was being silent most of the time she filed me rough and left the nails thick (see attached photo) when normally my nails look like the video I posted. It's just sad she tried playing it off in the end saying "do you like it? It's beautiful right?" Like no Sis. She ended up still charging for the 2 nails and I left a $5 tip for her and her boss to split because I was on the verge of tears. read more

Q Nails - Note the thickness - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Always reliable. Been coming here for the past 10 years and can't believe it's taken me this long to write a review! Their Instagram page has a lot of good inspiration. Also feels great to support a family business. read more

I came in one morning after work to pass time while waiting to catch a flight. Emmy did my nails and did a great job! I've been trying to search for a new nail salon in the area and I think I've found one! It's been two weeks and they are still hanging on strong! read more

Q Nails - Winter nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

This has been my neighborhood spot for awhile and Jenny is my goto!! I trust her with my nails so much. She always takes her time to make sure my nails come out perfect and just how I like them! I would always come to her for my acrylics before and now I'm on the "natural nails w/gel" hype. She's super sweet and never disappoints! read more

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I was able to walk in and get started right away they did a great job with my gel manicure, but a little on the slower side. I'll still go back because of location and convenience. read more

Q Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Service is good, but 2 ladies on table 1 and 2 (employees) tend to talk too loud, it is very distracting since I want to come here and relax, nothing against them speaking in their native language, but it is not fun when it can distract you while you trying to relax. read more

Thank you Amy!! I been loving my nails so much since coming to you! I have been so happy with the out come! Amy is amazing women and she is so sweet! She does amazing job and she is good at what she does she very knowledgeable as well! All you have to do is ask questions and she will answer them! Also she is very cute she will even add a design to your nails! I have Found my forever nail lady!!! read more

Q Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Very clean very place Extremely nice people. They did a really good job. My toes. I would recommend them the place has been open for many many years. read more

I have looked all over Sunnyvale and Mt. View for a decent nail spa closer to home but... after two years and countless acrylic attempts I had to come back to Kim! Perfect shape, length, width, smooth powder application and flawless painting. Definitely worth the drive back to SC. Thanks Kim!!! read more

Q Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Once again the ladies at Q Nails are awesome! I came as a walk in on Oct 11, 2019 and Ann did my nails! Always satisfied with the ladies work! read more

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Late review, (my bad) My name is Nikki, I had just moved from Milwaukee, WI to San Jose, CA on Sept. 5, 2019..I had been looking for a nail tech. My Gel fill was already a few weeks old because of the relocation...I looked up "10 Best nail Salons in San Jose in my area and "Q Nails" was the closest one the list. So on Sept 14, I called, made a appt. Kim did my nails! I told her 1 time what I wanted done, she did exactly how I wanted it! She was nice, friendly, all smiles, she was very courteous, she did not rush on my nails which is a plus! Her tools were clean. Needless to say I am a very satisfied customer, and will continue to see her! read more

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Jenny did an excellent job today her attention to detail and her customer service abilities are amazing. Great to talk to while getting a pedicure I will come again and ask for her specifically. read more

Such a great place to visit. The staff is so knowledgable and they are very friendly. Excellent quality service! read more

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This is my second time getting my nails done there and love it ! Great prices and nails come out amazing! Also got my eyebrows waxed here! read more

Q Nails - Love this place ! Great prices and nails always come out cute ! - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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I almost do not want to give this place 5-stars and I tell you about how great it is here-- because I don't want this place to keep getting crowded. But this is absolutely the only place now that I enjoy getting my nails done. The only time I ever go anywhere else, is if I'm out of town. I know that everything thinks this place over charges, or that their pricing has gone has increased-- but what do you expect with inflation being the way it is, the pandemic, everything is going up. Everyone in here is really friendly, and they always do an amazing job. Absolutely love this place! read more

This place is amazing! They really do a lot! It's really a full service pampering! They do mint sugar crystal looking things, lotion, oil, hot stones, and a hot towel with a stretching massage and a massage with all the other stuff they used. I wasn't expecting this at all!!! The person that did my pedicure was a man named Dat. He did an excellent job with all the pampering, but he seemed a little shaky with the polishing. It wasn't bad though! I'll have to see if the polish color lasts. I was there for about an hour getting all this done. The price was $25, but it felt like he went above and beyond, so I tipped him $10. I'll probably be back to get another pedicure, but I'm not sure about manicures yet! I hope the services continue and I can keep going back! So far, I really like this place! read more

Love my nails! Thank you Kim I had hard time to find a good nail salon and I definitely found it read more

I found my new go-to nail salon!!! Pre-pandemic - I used to get my nails done religiously every 3-4 weeks. I took a long break once the pandemic hit and earlier this year decided to start getting them done again. I found Q Nails through Yelp and decided to give it a go since it's down the street from my office. I've had nothing but GREAT experiences. I typically come during my lunch hour early in the work week and I'm out within 1-1.5 hours for both my gel pedi AND gel mani. Amazing!!!!!!! I used to spend close to 3 hours in a salon, which I hated. I'm loving the quality and timeliness at Q Nails. Definitely recommend!! read more

This place over charges. Their job, isn't even all that. They charge like a high-end spa. Prices are never accurate. Please be aware. The place is dirty and always super HOT. They don't like to turn on the AC. I came in today they charge me $130 for regular nails nothing fancy and regular pedi. ( not gel) Imagine that. read more

Q Nails Thank You !!! After several searching I have found Q Nail. Perfect French Manicure !! A family member referred me. I have been here twice already, two different girls. Both women did an excellent job. My nails last for a month and I come back. Finding a nail shop that you are happy with is such a battle. Atmosphere is the usual nail place. Not much of a wait. The women are very talkative, nice, polite. I also get my waxing done, eyebrows and lip. Price $$$ is average, even on the lower range. So ladies if you find yourself reading this check out Q Nail ! My total recommendation. read more

Q Nails - Nails done perfect - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I needed a gel acrylic fill and decided to come here since they were open, being Easter Sunday. Jenny did a fantastic job making my nails look so natural and beautiful! The price was 30 so I added on a nice relaxing pedicure for 25 (5 more than regular for extra oil massage) It was so nice that I wanted to stay all afternoon! read more

Q Nails - #475 Red gel - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I've been really happy with Q Nails. Amy and Kim have given me really good fills for my almond nails. I took my mom in to get a pedicure and she said it was the best pedicure she's had and my mom is really picky. I can't remember the name of the woman that gave her the pedicure. She wore glasses. read more

Q Nails - Almond nails by Kim. The color is Night Sea, number 526 (I believe) - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I have never been so disappointed with a nail shop before. I came in on my lunch break from work just to fix one broken nail and to change the color of all my nails given that they probably wouldn't have the current color on my nails because I got them done at a different shop. They told my friend and I to wait which we did for 30 whole minutes. After the long wait, they sat me down first and told me to fix my broken nail and change the color it would be a whopping 29 dollars. Crazy right? I said that I didn't want to pay that and I ask how much it would be to just fix the nail and she said $6 ... $6 to fix one broken nail? Wow... I would have not minded paying for it if we didn't have to wait for SO long. There were two people that weren't doing anything just standing around and talking that could've helped us but didn't. Even if they couldn't help us they could've at least helped time go faster by taking to me. My friend got her nails done and it took a whopping 45 minutes, needles to say i was late for lunch and I still don't have my nails fixed... I'm pissed never going here again forsure. read more

I've been coming here for years. The girls are so sweet and they do a wonderful job. Introduced my mom to this place and she's now a regular! they also do eyebrows awesomely and cheap, literally for $10. Super quick and they turn out beautiful, I swear I've gotten compliments! Way better than dishing out $20 for the brow bar in the mall like I used to. Also got my one and only set of acrylics here and they turned out so beautiful. Not my thing but they did a great job for my sister's wedding. My go-tos: brows, pedicure, and color gel manicure. Love this place, highly recommend read more

After several years I think it's time to write a review. I have been coming to Kim to have my nails done for many years and she is the best. I normally come in with an example photo of what I would like and Kim is always able to do what I ask. She listens to what you want and is very creative. She has a good eye for designing beautiful nails. I also come in for pedicures. Tina and Tao are my go to ladies. My pedicures are always so wonderful and so relaxed that I always doze off! Lol! I highly recommend Q Nails, give them a try and you will not be disappointed! read more

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I went to this nail salon while visiting a friend up north and I have several comments. First off, all the nail polishes seemed to be old and had been sitting for a while (likely during Covid) and the selection wasn't the best. There was no ambiance here, not even music. It was very quiet and awkward. It seemed a bit dirty, holes in the walls/ceiling, barely any soap in the restroom. The callus removal was sub-par, they just use a pumice scrub, which is usually included in any spa pedicure I have had. I was not so sure that they properly sanitize their tools either. Lastly, the price seemed a bit steep for a basic pedicure at $30, and adding gel costs $14 more?! Overall, it seems this place needs a bit of a make-over or better management and a closer look at their business, because their likely losing a lot. read more

jennie did an amazing job! i got gel x and she did them so fast and so well! definitely recommend!

So sorry I can't even give this place 1 star! It was the most disappointing experience of my pedicure history, and I'm well experienced in this department as I enjoy having my feet done and cared for along with the treatments n leg massage. Today I decided to try a new place as my regular salon was booked a few days out. So I Google a few places near me. Disregarding the handful of 1 star and bad reviews, I leaned more towards the good positive reviews and went here. I regret majorly disregarding the handful of bad reviews as they proved the positive ones to be bogus! The man that did my 60 minute disaster pedicure had no idea what he was doing, hurt me several times during this very slow painful pedicure some of my toes still hurt from too much skin removal. I expressed discomfort several times and got not one single apology. He lathered the bottom of my feet with some gel but immediately put my feet back in the soak tub which seemed very counter active to its purpose. Also from previous experience not the proper process. He lathered my lower legs and calves with what he called a mask n that was left on for the duration of that hour while he clipped n snipped painfully away. By the end of this disatrous experience, I was done! I asked to be cleaned off n dried up! Which he did, but then proceeded to try n oil my legs for the final touch which in a pleasant experience would end with a leg n calve massage, yet I was so disappointed with the service I opted to finish my experience without the massage. I made sure to vocalize my disappointment, in case my asking to be cleaned off n dried up n skipping the massage wasn't clear enough. Also said they would never have my business again! Paid and left! I'm not one to write reviews good or bad for any business I visit, but this experience made me feel like I needed to let all of u who do business by review know, this place was by far the most painful disappointing one ever! Stay clear from here! read more

Nail tech Kim is the best! She listened exactly what I wanted. I will hopefully return a second time

Been going to q nails for quite some time they always do amazing work Jenny is amazing with nails any design any style she can do she's good at what she does I highly recommend this place read more

Q Nails - Then Danny is amazing with now love them - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California

I had a really bad last experience here, which turned me off from ever coming here again. I do not recommend this place and i want to take back my last review. The girl that did the design on my nail (not Tina or Donna) was talking ill about me in Vietnamese. The girl doing my acrylic gel pedicure tried to ensure me that they were all just laughing because she said the word "purple" funny, but I'm not stupid. The girl that designed my nail wasn't even the one i requested for my appointment and she didn't even do the design i wanted with the colors i picked. When i said something, she started talking in another language and everyone laughed. Given the context of the situation and the way she gestured her hands in annoyance i knew she said something along the lines of "what does she want next, purple?!" If I'm paying for a service, I'm a regular customer to your business, and I tip 25% every time, I want satisfaction. I was incredibly offended and uncomfortable. I smiled, paid, still tipped 25%, and walked out with no intention of ever going back there again. The nails don't even last that long anyway and they charge you extra for everything because the girls work off of commission. I'm going back to my original favorite spot. read more

DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME. No Covid, let alone regular cleanliness precautions. 2 employees one was an older man that literally had the shakes and smelled like cigarettes. Enough said. Walked out. read more

Great place for a cheap and clean pedicure and gel polish manicure. One of the best Vietnamese salons I have ever been to. Good service, walk ins are easy, less than 10 min wait, if not right away. Pedicures last more than a month, and gel polish lasts at least 3 weeks, or until you get sick of the color. Very addictive! This is by far my favorite in this area. And I DO speak Vietnamese fluently, they gossip like ANY women do, but generally not saying anything malicious or important. At the end of the day, its the quality of work they do, and the price they charge for it. If it bothers you THAT much you should go to a salon where everyone speaks fluent English. Where they will charge you 3 times the price for a less impressive nail design, and charge you extra for a hot stone massage, hot towel, and longer massage. And I agree, some nail techs are definitely better than others, just the luck of the draw. read more

Q Nails - Just got an awesome french gel manicure thats gonna last weeks! - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Clara, California