The Nail Nest

Came here for a pedicure with my wife today and were very pleased with the experience…read more Tranquil is located right off Orange circle, with plenty of parking around the area. We called ahead and were promptly seated when we arrived. The staff were all super friendly, and paid an incredible amount of attention to detail on our pedicures. The price for everything we received was very very reasonable, and I appreciated that they took card and allowed us to add tip via card as well. My wife and I both left feeling very relaxed and our feet feeling brand new, and can't wait to make a trip back soon. Definitely give this place a try if you're in the area and need a pedicure, it's absolutely worth it!

Lina was so sweet this afternoon as I slid in last minute before a dinner to get a quick trim and…read moregel polish removal. The spa is super elegant and everything you'd want and expect from this beautiful area of the Orange Circle. They are located on Chapman by Filo, one of our favorite little dessert spots. Lina was professional; offered great service with a smile, and with exceptional value. I will definitely be back for a mani pedi in a few days when I can squeeze it in my packed schedule. Thank you Lina for a great experience on my first visit!!

She didn't push back my cuticles at all so my nails started lifting and i lost one and i've barely had them two weeks

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Polished Nail Lounge

I loved it so much! I came here for my birthday and I got the deluxe gel pedicure for $50 and the…read moregel x happy hour special with French tip for $55! Great pricing and great vibe! I'm so greatful for the person who helped me 'B' she was so kind and sweet and really took her time Thank you! You made my day!

I was in town and needed my nails done at the last minute, so I picked this salon because it had…read morealmost 5 stars and a ton of positive reviews. After my appointment, I went back and read the negative reviews, and honestly, those matched my experience much more closely. The first red flag was that I walked in to ask about pricing, then left to think about it, and one of the employees actually came out into the parking lot to convince me to come back. That immediately felt off. The second red flag was that I asked for almond-shaped acrylics, and the technician immediately started putting tips on without ever asking what length I wanted. He just assumed I wanted them short. By that point I was already committed, so I just went with it. As the service went on, I also noticed the salon wasn't as clean as I would expect. There were leftover decorations up and everything was just dirty and had stains on it, and debris around the work area, and it just didn't give me a great feeling. To be fair, the pedicure came out really nice. They opened what appeared to be a sealed pack of sanitized tools, which I appreciated, and I'm happy with how my toes turned out. The acrylic nails, though, were another story. The technician left noticeable gaps between the acrylic and my cuticles, as well as along the sides of my nails. They're also extremely thick. My boyfriend, who normally doesn't notice nails at all, actually asked if they were press-ons because they looked so bulky and fake. It's only been about a week, and because of the large gap near the cuticle, they already look like they've grown out for several weeks. I know sometimes a last-minute appointment is all you can get, and that's why I stayed. But if I could do it over again, I would have gone somewhere else. Unfortunately, I can't recommend this salon based on my experience.

Happy hour! 20% off For Gel Manicure & Gel Pedicure ( Not For Dipping & not Gel Builder & not Fill or Acrylic)

Gel X - Summer Nail 2025

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Gel X - Summer Nail 2025

Orange Nails Bar

4.7(923 reviews)

0.8 mi

Locally owned & operated

Holly did an amazing job with my nails, they look so pretty!! Got a gel x service, color vanilla…read morepink.

Pauline was amazing! I went for the first time back in May and she did my pedicure and it was the…read morebest pedicure I ever had! She was so patient and took very good care of me. I cannot wait to see her soon!

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Bloom Nail Arts & Spa

4.8(134 reviews)

1.3 mi

Committed to satisfaction

I stumbled upon Bloom Nail Arts & Spa after seeing all of the positive reviews on Yelp and decided…read moreto give it a try since I've been looking for a new nail salon and I'm so glad I did! From the moment I walked in, the gentleman at the front was incredibly nice and welcoming. The salon itself is very clean, relaxing, and has tons of colors to choose from. This was my first pedicure since having my baby, so my feet definitely needed some love. My technician was so thorough and gentle, and it was probably one of the best pedicures I've had in a long time. I also had an ingrown toenail that had been bothering me, and she was able to take care of it so gently without making the experience painful or uncomfortable. Overall, such a relaxing experience and I left really happy with how everything turned out. I'll definitely be coming back and think I may have found my new go-to nail salon!

I've been coming here for the past couple of months and I absolutely love it here! They have always…read moreaccommodated me and respond right away, and I absolutely love my nails every time I come. It's also super clean and everyone is so great!

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Polish Avenue Mani Pedi

4.2(520 reviews)

0.7 mi

•$$$

Women-owned & operated

Booked with Natalie, and she was incredible from start to finish! We started with a super gentle,…read morerelaxing pedicure, followed by a Gel-X manicure. I showed her an inspo picture, and she nailed it--every single detail was hand-drawn with so much precision. She's friendly, attentive, and extremely skilled. I couldn't love my nails more and highly recommend booking with her!

I had a wonderful experience at Polish Avenue! The salon is clean, beautiful, and upscale, and the…read morestaff is so friendly and welcoming. Chi did my nails, and she did an amazing job! It's always difficult finding a place that can do Gel-X with a short almond ombré look, but Chi absolutely nailed it. I'm so happy with how my nails turned out and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend Polish Avenue and Chi!

New

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Kk Nails And Spa

4.7(1.5k reviews)

3.4 mi

Always a little nervous going to a new salon, but Tammy took such great care of me! She was very…read moreattentive to my needs but was still very quick and efficient. I got a builder gel manicure for such a fair price. Like others have mentioned, they're cash only and they do get busy so it's best to call ahead for an appointment!

Mary is quick, precise, efficient, gives helpful feedback and will do any design you ask for.read more

Spring floral design gel builder manicure by Mary

Brown cat eye design by Mary!

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Manicure From KK Nails and Spa! Chrome

Vacation Nail Collective

4.6(11 reviews)

1.0 mi

This place is excellent. If you are looking for the most professional, intelligent, talented group…read moreof people doing your nails. This is the place. After multiple disappointing services at other salons in Orange County, I finally found a place that understands that being a nail tech is a craft and prioritizes healthy nails!!! I've been coming here for almost 2 years and I very much enjoy every appointment. Rachel and Cindy do my manicures and Grazziela does my pedicures. I appreciate them all. They use quality products. They have super clean sanitation practices. I always leave happy. I literally only had one nail break the entire time since coming here and that was honestly my own fault because I loved my nails so much that I waited +5 weeks to come back.

The tldr; come get your nails and toes done here - you won't regret it…read more I have the pleasure of regularly getting my nails done by the fabulous Rachel Messick. My very first appointment she talked about nail health and I honestly learned so much. I've been coming back ever since. I have NEVER not been completely satisfied with my nails and the experience. I look forward to coming in and catching up with Rachel and leaving with nails I can't stop staring at. She is an artist through and through and I love showing off her work to everyone I know. I get basic gel (or at least I think it is) and my nails always last - I go about 4 weeks between appointments. I've also gotten by nails done by Grazziela, another artist at Vacation Nail Collective. She too did an amazing job! I've been meaning to book a pedicure with her and have been eyeing her books. Just need to commit! The location is also super cute. There's parking either on the street, the lot behind the building, or a parking structure about a block away (don't worry it's free). If you park in the parking garage there is a very cute cat that lives in the nearby houses and it will likely come out and greet you if you walk by (10/10 experience). If you're hungry or thirsty after your appointment there are SO many good cafes and restaurants near by. Since the artists here are so talented, their books fill up fast, so book quickly! Enjoy your pretty nails and ignore how bad I am at nail pics.

By Rachel

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By Cindy

Lush Nail Studio

4.3(993 reviews)

2.1 mi

10 years in business

Obsessed with my nails Terry is an exceptional nail artist…read moreAnd lovely to talk with. I always asked for Terry and Mindy for my toes

The lady cut my toe nails so short that it was hurting when she filed it. I asked 3 times if she…read morecould do acrylic on my big toe to make it square since the side of it broke so it could match the other foot and she didn't do it. These aren't even square and she kept cutting the side of my toe nails and filing them back when they were too short and hurt. I've been coming. Here for a long time this is probably the worst shaping I've ever gotten here. I could have done my own shaping better than that at home. Just ridiculous *** it was around 5-7 weeks since my last pedicure so my toes were not "really short" besides the big toe that broke. I added another picture to show that she was filing into my toe nails after cutting them super short as short as she could get them and made half of them round and tiny. She also cut the sides of the nails which you aren't supposed to do due to infection and hang nails. I asked her not to do this. there was no reason for her to cut the sides of my nails on one foot and not the other leaving with me with uneven toes. I appreciate the response but I feel that there should be an attempt to fix the situation instead of making excuses or insinuating that I'm making this up.

Tori

Dalena

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Nina

Angel Nail Bar

4.6(81 reviews)

0.4 mi

My nails an always amazing. I feel like a rockstar. I got my Easter Nails and Toes. Looking good…read moreand feeling clean and Fresh.

To the owner in your poor response and refusal to acknowledge and false claims about of events…read morewhere your employee waxed off my eyebrow. First you lied about me wanting additional services. Per your other reviews once you walk in your Bombarded with harassment to add on services and when you say no they continue to badger you. You're also the owner your picture matches you when I spoke to you. I was in tears as my skin was burned and eyebrow waxed off. The picture clearly shows where my micro blade line is and how she waxed off and went up high. All she had to do was trace the line. The picture clearly shows as day! You're a liar and a horrible businessman. You clearly do not care about your customers! I was crying and explain what happened and you didn't care. What this shows is that you have no integrity about your business. There is another nail salon in same parking lot that I suggest everyone take their business to. Again go back to customer service 101

Bio gel by Kelly

By Tina

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Literally the cutest set I have gotten. Kelly did an amazing job!

Kitty Glow Nail Spa

4.5(155 reviews)

0.5 mi

Available by appointment

Walk-ins welcome

I went to their grand opening a couple weeks ago and ended up purchasing a gold spa package to use…read morelater since they offered a sale. I just came in to use it and it was amazing! Honestly a nearly transcendent experience. I've never done a head spa before but I think I might be hooked. Ruby was excellent and I couldn't recommend her more. Will be back for sure!

Do not come here without an appointment. My daughter waited 35 minutes soaking in water. I told her…read moreto leave, but then the technician came and they rushed and her pedicure was not good. This is not the first time this has happened. Asking her to wait is fine, but not telling her how long it would be is another. We've had appointments before and the start time was not honored.

Gel X Design

Gel Builder

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We were invited to a mani/pedi party with 7 girls all needing their nails done since all nail salons are closed. This company never showed up, never called the host to let them know something came up, and now all 7 of us are just sitting here with food, wine, all ready for a fun girls night and they completely ghosted us. Do not plan a party counting on these people to show up! read more

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