This is a lovely clean spot to get your nails done - I have a new regular spot and it's The Corner Nail Bar! Great service, friendly staff, good vibes all around. Bonus people watching if you're sitting in a massage chair. read more

She is very patient and made me feel very special while she cut my nails, and I always have problems with that elsewhere. I'm so grateful, I'll definitely be back. This is only my second time here and it's incredible, I'll be coming back more often. The atmosphere is very peaceful and filled with laughter, the aroma is incredible, and the customer service is wonderful. read more

The Corner Nail Bar - Pedicure, cutting nails. - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

I have to start off by saying that while getting my nails done here, this review was being drafted in my mind and I am just now putting my thoughts onto the platform. Basically this place is amazing. It's a completely chill environment, very calm and a decent size. It's not as large as most salons that I have been to in terms of like the amount of chairs that there are but it's definitely one of the nicer ones, I would say. It's worth it. It's a little bit more on the higher end of pricing than what I'm accustomed to paying even though there are some really great nail salons, but I feel like there's a difference between a nail shop and a nail salon. I feel like this place really makes that clear for me, check it out sometime. read more

The Corner Nail Bar - Natural gel French Tip manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

I bounce from several different nail salons for several reasons but lately I started looking for a shop that is affordable with great quality.. I hit the holy grail with Corner Nail Bar! They are excellent and definitely my go-to salon! They are so friendly and nice. They offer you a complimentary drink. Depending on the packages you get too, they use different scrubs you can choose from. It feels like a whole mini spa. I ended up getting a classic pedicure in early January, and my toes still look like they were done recently! Also, with being on the corner of a street with a big window, you see some of the action that takes place in Oakland and the ladies will chat with you and make you feel so included in their conversations. I really enjoyed my time here! read more

Started coming here last summer and haven't left! The customer service is so good. Everyone is friendly and welcoming, the service is always amazing and the playlists are everything! I love that they offer tea, Vietnamese coffee & water. Right downtown, so easy access. Love it! read more

The Corner Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Just sharing some love with my neighborhood nail salon by posting a photo of their 2026 Valentine's package offer :) read more

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I came here recently to get a manicure and pedicure and it was a wonderful experience. I have to say though I spent more than I thought I was going to or like what I'm accustomed to paying in a very long time. But it is high quality so you get what you pay for. In some I highly recommend this place not only is the environment inviting and nice but the staff also does a very good job with your nails. read more

This review is based on the service and hospitality alone- the place is hard to miss if you're not familiar with the area and kind of small, but the quality and care the nail technician and front desk provides makes up for it. I was taken care of by Kevin- my usual nail place is in SF, however I had time to kill and was in dire need of taking my dip nail set off as a few of my nails broke already. They saw me right away as a walk in on a Friday afternoon and offered tea which was nice. My manicure was done efficiently and done meticulously. They do not rush their service and actually want to get to know their customers. The other ladies being serviced were also well taken care of. Cash is preferred, but venmo, cash app, card are alternative options. read more

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I'm not from the area but I'm glad I found this place! It's small but cozy and the staff is super friendly and they had good music going :D Affordable prices, a lot of good color options and they finished off with a nice hand massage. Thanks Trang! read more

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It's no wonder this nail salon has great reviews because my experience here from start to finish was top tier. If I lived in the area, I would absolutely be back. I was staying at a hotel just down the road for the night and since I had some spare time I thought I would see if I could get a gel pedicure somewhere. I hopped on Yelp and found The Corner Nail Bar, gave them a call, and they said they could fit me in if I could be there in 20 minutes. Score! I made my way there, found paid parking right outside, and was greeted the moment I walked through the door. My nail tech was lovely and was very delicate after I told her I broke my pinky toe just two days prior. She even noticed a scar from a surgery I had and I asked about that, too. The extra care was very much appreciated. I enjoyed the massage chair and cucumber water that I sipped on throughout the pedicure, too. It's little things like that, that can go a long way. The results were fabulous, so fabulous that walking out of the grocery store 3 days later two guys stopped to tell me my toes looked fire, lol. It can't get any better than that. It's been over a week and they still look just as good. I'll also add that the price was extremely reasonable. Do yourself a favor and head here when your fingers and toes need a little TLC. read more

The Corner Nail Bar - From the street - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

I have been searching for a go-to nail salon since I moved to the East Bay a few years ago and think that the Corner Nail Bar is the one!!! They are efficient, very detail-oriented, and affordable! They have a very central downtown Oakland location and their set up has large windows, which is great for people watching while getting your services. It was about $70 (w/o tip) for a gel removal, gel manicure and regular pedicure. It's been almost 3 weeks, and there is no chipping at all on my nails. I will definitely be back soon to get my fall set! read more

I honestly couldn't have asked for a better experience for my engagement nails From the moment I walked in, they made me feel so special and taken care of. They truly took their time with every single detail. Nothing felt rushed, and you could tell they genuinely cared about making everything perfect. Every shape, every layer, every tiny adjustment was done with so much precision and intention. What meant the most to me was how thoughtful they were throughout the entire process. They knew this was for such an important moment in my life and treated it that way. It did not feel like just another appointment. It felt like a whole experience. I left feeling so confident, excited, and honestly a little emotional because my nails turned out exactly how I envisioned, if not better. I will always remember getting my engagement nails done here If you are looking for a place that goes above and beyond and truly cares, this is it. read more

Easy to book. Small cozy setup. Great staff and amazing selection of colors. I booked for mani & pedi and will be back regularly. Best quality in the area and prices are reasonable with various options for service levels. Just found my new go to nail shop! read more

Since I called staff was very professional and helpful. Booked same day for a pedicure and they had a valentine's special that was amazing even came with a drink! Dani front desk was so nice and helpful my pedicure came with everything I needed callus remover and massage also a leg and foot scrub. Recommend 10/10 will be back! read more

As you walk in, don't expect a smile. But it was an ok experience. Prices were fair and workmanship was average. The thing is you feel like you're in a fish bowl, being watched from the outside. read more

The Corner Nail Bar is the best, and most affordable place to get your nails done in the area. I've been getting my nails done here for 3+ years and they never disappoint! Great service, affordable prices, and convenient location in Oakland! read more

I'm not one to write negative reviews especially at a place that was mostly a positive experience... but I'm pretty disappointed with my treatment by the pedicurist here. The host and manicurist were sweethearts and did a phenomenal job, but the pedicurist continually made comments about my feet which at first I thought was her humor, but looking at the state of my feet they definitely seem ill-mannered now. She had to do a lot of work on my feet which I understand could cause frustration, but making me uncomfortable with her comments and over buffing my feet to the point of them bleeding felt a bit targeted. After she finished buffing my feet she showed me how dirty the tool was (which was a result of my self tan) and threw it in the water pretty forcefully. I again, assumed that was a joke because if it wasn't that would be unbelievably rude, but after reevaluating the situation I do think she was just being flat out disrespectful. My nails and toes look great and I had no problems walking out of the salon, but now being the next day I have unnecessary pain in my feet and they look pretty beat up considering I paid for a service to make them look nicer than what they were before read more

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Loveeee my nails I haven't got my nails done in months and I finally wanted to treat myself. It was pretty last minute so I was lucky that they had availability. The staff is sweet and I absolutely love how my nails came out ! read more

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Made a same-day appointment for an acrylic removal on a Friday afternoon, and everything from the intake call to the service was lovely. The staff was super friendly, the salon itself is clean and bright (personally, I love the people-watching while on the chairs), the music was perrrrrf for a 90's RnB girlie like me, and most importantly, my technician was super careful with the acrylic removal. I've been to a few other places where they file down your nails to paper, but my nails now look totally normal and healthy. Psyched to find a neighborhood gem! read more

I was in Oakland for my son's travel ball. We had some time to kill and I was desperately in need of a mani. I called here on Saturday morning after breakfast to see if they could take me. The gentleman on the phone was super friendly and assured me he would have someone for me when I came in. Upon arrival, I washed my hands and was seated at the front of the store with a sweet lady who was incredibly gentle the whole time. It's been about 3 weeks and my nails never lifted or chipped! Too bad I don't live closer I would for sure be a regular here. read more

The Corner Nail Bar - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

The owners operators gave superior service. As I did not have an appointment. I had an appointment with in 10 m8n with a nice cup of hot tea. Made me feel welcomed and valuable. Excellent sterilization techniques noted. Cleaned chairs and equipment after each Client. Blessings Cecilia read more

The Corner Nail Bar - Selfie - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

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Got a gel set. Every finger peeled within a few days. Called to fix and they charged me for it. Basically paid $50 for a gel mani that lasted two weeks. When they fixed it, it immediately started peeling again, and my nails were damaged which I've never had happen. Usually I get gel to make them stronger but for some reason, this was the complete opposite. Not coming here again, and honestly would recommend going down Piedmont Ave if you want to get your nails done. read more

In response to Johnny L., business owner: I was recommended Gel-X under the claim that it would save time, yet I still spent over 2.5 hours in the salon. This felt like an intentional upsell at the expense of my time. The quality of service was unacceptable. Within a week, both of my thumbnail nails chipped. My friend, whom I referred to your salon, had a nail completely break off within days. That's two customers, two poor experiences, and proof that your work doesn't last. I never mentioned cost, so your attempt to bring it up is irrelevant. If you plan to post my service invoice, let me know--I'll respond accordingly and take appropriate action against this retaliatory breach of confidentiality. Your unprofessionalism is glaring, both in your response and in how you manage this business. Lastly, as I stated, I requested an appointment to remove these poorly done nails so I could get a proper manicure at a competent salon. Fortunately, that salon removed them with far more care than your technicians ever did. Also, if you take a look at your most recent reviews, the pattern is obvious--multiple customers have had bad experiences. At some point, you should consider that the problem isn't the customers; it's how you run your business. read more

Had a great experience at The Corner Nail Bar and will be returning again. I had a gel manicure and the technician was very thorough in removing the cuticles to make my nails clean. I really liked that they buffed my nails by hand instead of using the machine to file down my nails like other places which has made my nails thin and brittle in the past. The polish was applied thoroughly. They had a lot of color options as well and the store was very clean. All the staff were very friendly and chill. The text reminder for my appointment was also nice. read more

The Corner Nail Bar - Gel manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

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i usually go to diva's, but they were booked when i needed the bad last week. ended up here instead, and honestly? i wanted to gatekeep this place... but i gotta share. the service here is tremendoussss they offered me tea right away, the massage chairs were a dream, and the color selection was huge. my big toenail was splitting horizontally in the middle (tragic ) and they were super gentle and actually fixed it up beautifully. special shoutout to the young man at the front bc he was so attentive and welcoming. worth the extra walk, and i'll definitely be coming here regularly from now on. was gonna post a picture of my new frenched tip toes but thats mot free lolll read more

I brought my sister and her man to get a mani/pedi. These folks might not greet you with a smile but they sure know their stuff and their prices are so reasonable. the place is small and when you're sitting in the chair, you feel like you're in a fish bowl, what a great experience. Well worth it! read more

Attentive, quick response, and thorough with the process for creating an appointment!

I had such a nice experience yesterday at The Corner Nail Bar. I was leaving for Hawaii and decided to get a quick pedi.... Yelp delivered by recommending this spot. I made an appointment for 20 minutes after I called. The owner greeted me, offered tea or water, and the other customers were having a wonderful experience and were in a great mood. The pedicure was great and I left feeling great. I'll definitely be back! read more

honestly I'm pretty disappointed in the service I received here, this is the first review I've ever given. I paid 160$ for a glow in the dark gel X set & their seasonal pumpkin spice deluxe gel pedicure, I was given the lousiest massage & after paying extra for my cuticles to be trimmed I had hangnails & my cuticles were torn up to say the least. Very disappointed in the quality of the work. not to mention the customer service was mediocre definitely not giving them any more of my money read more

I have been coming to this spot since before the pandemic and it is still a favorite. I've always gotten fairly basic gel manis on my natural nail, but recently upped my nail game to gel-x with some design for my bachelorette and wedding and they "NAIL"ed it!! Nhi and her mom Linda take care of me every time. Love this spot. read more

The Corner Nail Bar - Amazing nails for my wedding that match the theme. LOVE!!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

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First, I had dip polish removed and then reapplied. After just 4 days the top clear coat started to peel on two nails, and now after 6 days 2 nails have chipped. Normally my dip polish lasts for 5 to 6 weeks. I called the salon (first chance I could, I was told I would have to pay to have them redone because it was outside a 3 day guarantee. Plus, the woman who did them is out for a month and her replacement is only in two days a week (only one that can do dip). Of course those days wouldn't work and I'm visiting and leave on Friday. read more

Very nice and great service quick and not rushed service. My feet feel great I will return

I wish I could give more stars! This place is absolutely wonderful! I miss it so much! Thuy is the best at gel X in the entire county! The atmosphere is lovely and you can tell everybody wants to be there. The owner Tony remembers you by name every single time and is super thoughtful and kind. If you want your nails to be perfect, go here! If they mess up within the first 24 hours or something, they'll fix them for you no charge. You can't go wrong. Do yourself a favor and book here today! read more

In the heart of Oakland, nice location! The service was very friendly, the owner was very helpful and on top of operations and staff. Very attentive! They did have to make up for one of my toes that they messed up a bit but they fixed it right up. Nini and mini were super nice. read more

I was in desperate need for manicure before my friends wedding. I had existing Gel Polish that I was not appropriate for wedding. Luckily, they had an opening! Upon arrival, you are to check in if you have an appointment. They ask you to wash your hands first before choosing your colors. After you have chosen your colors and have a style in mind, they guide you to the back where there 4 massage chairs. They are super comfortable and the workers make sure you are well adjusted before starting their magic. My manicurist was May. She was very precise and always asked if it is to my liking - which I appreciate! They also have 3 days policy where if your nail polish is scratched, chipped, or anyway damage, they will fix for free! Additionally, my total with gel removal, French tip gel + 20% tip was $56! To me, that's affordable! Definitely come here if you want affordable and amazing manicure! read more

The Corner Nail Bar - French Tip Gel Nail - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Best nail salon in downtown Oakland. I have been getting my manipedi here for over an year now and always loved it. Yesterday they went above and beyond to get me all set up for my wedding tomorrow read more

Never have availability! Need more workers to provide walk-in service. Every time I call, no availability doesn't matter the time I've tried mornings and evenings. I work heavily and Do not have time to make an appointment prior. read more

Got my wedding nails done here, along with a pedicure. They were beautiful! The girls were very sweet and did an excellent job. They offer hot tea and water and make you feel very comfortable. They were also a great price! read more

The Corner Nail Bar - Sparkly French - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Gel mani lasted 7 days. Enough said. I paid to have gel removed, and never coming back.

Dee at the front desk is literally an angel. So kind, so warm, so welcoming. I was a walk-in and she helped me book an appointment, offered me water/tea while I waited, and helped me pick out my colors. She was a ray of sunshine to everyone else who walked in too, greeting folks by name and making sure they felt taken care of. The two women who did my manicure and pedicure were also so kind and had an amazing attention to detail- getting the nail shape perfectly right and working so hard to de-callous my feet The quality of care was just so impressive. I've paid double the price at other salons to get a fraction of this quality of treatment. Literally can't recommend highly enough- this is for sure my new go-to. read more