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    Tammy Nails

    4.7 (30 reviews)
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    Services - Tammy Nails

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

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    Gel mani
    C R.

    Probably one of the best mani/pedi's I've had. Not rushed at all. I didn't ask for much, but she made sure I was satisfied. No bubbles, no spaces. She was gentle with my hands and feet. Quick gentle massage. It's just you and her. Relaxing background music. I will definitely be back. Thank you, Tammy!

    A nail station! Super mellow and beautiful
    Haley H.

    I'm visiting from LA and needed a nail place. I am so happy I found Tammy! She is very sweet. Helped me pick out polish bc I was indecisive. Her foot massages are amazing! I just spent the last eight hours at the airport and traveling and it took all that stress away! Thank you Tammy, I'll be back

    Get a beautiful gel manicure done by Tammy Nails
    Kayla M.

    One of the best nail places around the area! Great quality nail care at great prices! I loved my gel manicure and can't wait to go back for more. She has a variety of beautiful colors available. Gives you full attention one on one customer care and attention in a serene relaxing environment. Pleasant music plays in background as well. Loved this place

    Elizabeth-Marie J.

    I love my bi weekly appointments with Tammy! She had very energetic and bubbly personality that makes each session very welcoming. I am currently trying to grow my nails out, as I've been a nail biter since 5, Tammy has been very motivational and shows she really cares through this process.

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    Kawai C.

    I got the classic mani/pedi through Groupon and was satisfied with my experience. The shop is small as it is just her doing nails but it is cozy and quiet. She has a nice selection of nail polish and has some beautiful colors I've never seen before. Just a heads up the classic pedi does not come with a callus removal, at least I didn't get one. But for the price I was happy.

    Shellac manicure
    Allyssa G.

    Tammy has honestly help my nail growth so much! If you tell her your goal with your nails, she will help you achieve it!! My nails are 100% natural and look fake! All thanks to Tammy's help!!

    Gel manicure on point!

    I absolutely love coming here! I have been getting my nails done with Tammy for about 3 years now. I do not trust anyone with my nails. What I love about Tammy is while this is a business she always makes sure to take care of the customer. If a color isn't going to look good on your skin she is sure to tell you and guide you to something that will fit your skin tone more. It is also great that Tammy has an amazing personality. The place is nice and quiet. If you want some time away from your hectic life, step into this small tranquil environment while Tammy gets your nails looking flawless.

    Gel manicure with fun design and colors by Tammy
    Cecilia N.

    Tammy did an excellent job. I love my nails. They are perfect every time and last long as she took time to make sure they are done right. She's responsive and is a lovely person.

    Perfect gel mani.
    Honey B.

    I had been meaning to find a nail place close to where I work since I don't often find the time to go get them done, so I went ahead and got the Groupon for a gel mani/regular pedi on a whim. (I used to go to a larger salon, but not consistently enough to actually get the same technician each time) +Communication: I texted her to set up an appointment, she was very polite, professional and friendly, even after I had to reschedule last minute. +Facility: The suite may look small, but it was clean and welcoming and really is just the perfect size considering she's the only nail technician there. Very relaxing and everything was clean and organized neatly. +Pricing: I had originally requested to upgrade to gel for my pedicure, but Tammy said though she is in business to make money, she didn't want to up-sell me on something I didn't need. When I requested a specific design, she told me up front that there would be a small extra charge (of course I was expecting this, but it was nice that she had given me the price ahead of time). Also, even though I used a Groupon this time, I did ask her about her standard pricing which I think is competitive and definitely worth it. +Products: Tammy had a good selection of colors, including newer trends. The colors she has in gel are also available with exact matching ones in regular polish. If you're like me and like to match this is a big plus. Everything she used looked brand new/ well maintained. Trust me, this is a good indication of someone who takes pride in their work. +Quality: Tammy was very focused and paid very close attention to detail. Thanks to her, my nails are flawless. I'm pretty picky about missing edges or thick/excess polish in the corners and I had absolutely no complaints. Safe to say this was probably one of the best gel manicures I've ever had. Thanks Tammy! See you in a few weeks :) One tip for anyone checking this place out: depending what time you come by, be sure to come a little early as parking in the plaza can be a little hectic.

    French

    Tammy is the best nail technician I've ever met. I have been to a fair amount of nail salons but no one is as detailed as Tammy is. I'm never confident with how my hands and feet look but with Tammy they are the best they've ever been. Highly recommend her as your personal nail technician!

    Tammy does a great job. This was my second time coming here and she listened to what I wanted and made it happen. She is also very reasonably priced and has a great attention to detail.

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    Nice, peaceful, quiet, relaxing nail salon. And Tammy always does an amazing job.... I won't go anywhere else

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    Tammy helped me to find a nail polish I love and her work is amazing. You will not be disappointed!

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    Petite Nail Spa - Black arched French tip - acrylics done today :)

    Petite Nail Spa

    4.2(334 reviews)
    0.5 mi
    $$

    I actually stumbled upon this place through word of mouth while walking around my dentist's office…read more Since then, I've been coming here for almost 4 years, and I always have a great experience. The staff is incredibly sweet, hardworking, and genuinely caring. They consistently do their best to accommodate me and my grandma, and we always feel welcomed and well taken care of. I believe they also do a good job handling any issues that come up with care and professionalism. I've seen them handle situations and communicate with their clients when there's an issue, and they have always been upfront and honest. I'm also awful at deciding what I want for my nails, and because I trust them so much, I usually just let them decide for me and they always do a great job. There's a comfort in coming here that feels like being remembered and cared for, not just as customers but as people. My grandma and I truly love this place and are so grateful for them.

    I booked an appt through Yelp for 4pm. I showed up on time and asked for a regular pedicure. It's…read morecurrently 4:20pm and all I've done is soak my feet in water. The water is freezing. Many people have called to make an appt and the lady on the phone is NOT writing these down! They are turning away walk ins because there is only 3 staff currently working. My pedicure hasn't even started and I'm already debating to just leave. What a bad experience.

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    Q Nails

    3.6(137 reviews)
    0.7 miWest San Jose
    $$

    I've been going to ThatMan at Q Nails for over 15 years, and he is the only nail tech I truly…read moretrust. 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.

    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…read moreis 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.

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    Amy's Nail Lounge - Manicure and pedicure service

    Amy's Nail Lounge

    4.5(321 reviews)
    1.8 miWest San Jose
    $$$

    Walked in for a pedicure and Amy was so nice! She did a simple French tip but it came out so good!…read moreWill definitely be back!!

    TL;DR: My big toes were messed up 3x and instead of taking accountability, the owner blamed me for…read morechoosing regular polish--a service she provides. No refund, no solution, and deeply unprofessional behavior. *~~ Service Overview & Pricing I booked a same-day appointment that the owner accepted. I requested: * #108 Gelixir purple gel polish + acrylic fill manicure * #108 Gelixir purple regular polish + basic pedicure The owner upsold heavily throughout. I even let her do extra work on my pinkies to build rapport. Total: $81 Tip: $15 (tipped before the service was completed) She opened the shop ~5 min late despite accepting my 9:30 AM appointment, & complained aloud, setting the tone for our session. *~~ Where Everything Went Wrong 1. First Mistake Toe spacers were applied after polishing but before the paint was dry, immediately smudging the big toe. 2. Second Attempt They only partially removed the polish to "fix" it. Because the initial coats weren't fully removed, the application was thick and uneven. After 40 minutes of "drying," the nail dented and the texture caught the lip of my shoe, scratching again. I told them I still had time if they wanted to properly redo it. 3. Third Attempt A kind staff member accidentally damaged the other big toe while helping me into disposable sandals. At this point, my toes had been ruined three separate times--all due to staff actions. *~~ The Owner's Response When I asked if they could use gel on the big toes (since the mistakes were theirs), the owner refused and claimed: 1. The colors "wouldn't match." 2. Gel and regular polish can't match--despite the Gelixir palette offering both and my manicure proving otherwise. 3. That because I chose regular polish, the outcome was my fault. She repeated this many times. 4. That regular polish takes "hours to dry in cold weather," something she never mentioned and is simply not true. By then I had been there from 9:30 AM to 12:20 PM, and the pedicure was the first service we started. *~~ Escalation & Unprofessional Conduct When I calmly asked for a reasonable fix (or at least accountability for my time), the owner became rude, defensive, and dismissive. She offered: * No refund * No partial refund * No refund of my tip * No solution She repeatedly told me I could "leave if I didn't like it" while her staff was trying to help me with bare toes. Instead of accountability, she lectured me with constant "you" statements and kept shifting blame. I stayed polite and attempted to de-escalate, but she kept escalating. My friend who was with me also felt the owner was short, judgmental, and rude from the beginning. As a Filipina, I'm familiar with cultural bluntness--this wasn't bluntness. This was aggressiveness and unprofessionalism. *~~ Service Quality & Safety Concerns * They used a pumice scrubber on my inner ankle bone, leaving raw skin and micro-cuts. * The owner drilled harshly on the sides and cuticle area during my fill, causing irritation and cuts. When I said "ow," she told me I "needed lotion." (I regularly moisturize; the issue was her technique.) * During upselling for designs/gems, she asked about two fingers. When I agreed, she worked on the wrong fingers, insisted I said "all," and did the same thing to my friend. * Despite her picking my friend's shade, she acted annoyed when we asked to see it on one toe. Odd behavior throughout--there's truly no winning with her. *~~ Final Thoughts Based on quality alone, this could have been a 2-star experience. But the owner's behavior makes it a 0-star experience. Earlier, she told me her business struggles with retention but has some regulars. Now I understand why. The recurring reviews about poor customer service suddenly make complete sense. Even her responses to negative reviews show the same pattern--confrontational, defensive, and unwilling to take responsibility. It's impossible to relax when the owner is hostile, unaccountable, and provides no customer care. This was my first time going (only to accommodate my friend's work schedule) because in theory the 9:30 AM start time is competitive. But honestly, you're better off walking one minute over to Winchester Nails, which is actually my regular spot. I'll never cheat on them again.

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    Amy's Nail Lounge - Came to Amy with a design in mind with barely any photo reference and she gave me exactly what I wanted!

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    Kitchen Nail Bar - Santana Row

    4.6(1.5k reviews)
    1.8 miWest San Jose
    $$$

    Had such a lovely experience at Kitchen Nail Bar! The salon is beautiful, clean, modern, and has…read moresuch a relaxing vibe right in the heart of Santana Row. A huge thank you to Lam & Lana for taking such great care of me. Their attention to detail, professionalism, and warm hospitality truly made the experience feel elevated and pampering. You can tell they genuinely care about their clients and take pride in their work. From the service to the atmosphere, everything felt polished and welcoming. Perfect little self-care moment after long law school days. Highly recommend if you're looking for quality nails and wonderful service in San Jose!

    I made a same day appointment for a mani pedi and I didn't have much time. They asked if I…read morepreferred pedicure and then manicure or both at the same time. I appreciated the option and went for same time so I could leave sooner. They brought a few different color binders and I decided to try cats eyes which have a little bit of a holographic look. I was so wowed by that process!! Katie used a magnetic stick to change the way the glitter moves in the polish before curing one finger at a time. Overall it looks very cool and I catch myself admiring my nails in the light which I don't normally do or get into (I get a manicure only a few times a year for special occasions). I'll also add they gave me a bottled water when I came in and even gave me a nice quality mask when I asked for one. I am immunocompromised and there was a lot of sanding going on at the next station so I felt taken care of as best as they could.

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    Nails Haven - This is their gel in two weeks. They ruined my nails. I reduced stars to 1*.  Would give --1* if I could

    Nails Haven

    4.5(282 reviews)
    0.6 miWest San Jose
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    This is THE pedicure spot in my humble opinion. I always get the deluxe and not many places will do…read morehot stone massage with every pedicure package, but this place does that. My deluxe also comes with paraffin wax & massage. They even serve complimentary beverages like tea, coffee, water, and sparkling water. The workers don't have ful blown conversations in their native language like many other places, which I appreciate (I'm Vietnamese, so I understand it all, but I'm just speaking up for my other girlies). So this is definitely a relaxing vibe kind of place. It's usually very quiet when I go even with the salon chairs all filled. If you do come here please say hi to Julie the manager there, she's the best!

    I've been getting my nails done here for about two years and have had some of the best manis. I had…read morea brown set of gels done in December that lasted 4 weeks. I had one nail with that set that separated after a day and the salon re-did it for free. On Monday this week I had my first mani-pedi here. I had gels for both. One of my toe gels totally came off after a day, and my left thumb polish came off the same afternoon that I had the mani done. Since then, I had the gel on my left hand fixed (so I came back once on Wednesday, then Thursday (yesterday) two nails on the right hand both separated in the same corner. I just had those two nails re-done and asked for the right color, but it's a different color. It's just really strange and disappointing to have to get a mani fixed twice- seems like the prep wasn't great this time around and last time around. I'll be back one more time after this but it may be time for me to find a new salon.

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