I have been coming to The Nails Workshop for 3 years now and every time I come here I walk out happy with my nails! May did a gel manicure for me for only $45. It's very cheap compared to other nail salons but the quality of their work is amazing. The shop is clean and intimate. Everyone here is very kind and they have so many trendy colors to choose from. read more

I'm updating my review as this place is under new ownership and wow! New chairs, new vibe but same great service. Actually even better service and so personal! I hope they make it. This was the absolute best pedicure experience I've had. read more

I am so surprised this place isn't more busy. I walked in and was seated immediately. I showed one inspo pic and they matched it perfectly. I was in and out a little under an hour. Definitely recommend and this will be my new go to. read more

The Nails Workshop - No flash, almond shape acrylic with nude gel and chrome on top! - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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You would think customer service would be the goal especially after COVID shut down. Yet, the past two times I have had my nails done with Lucy I have had at least one nail break in less than one week of a fresh set. My nails average $75-$90 with tip. I am mostly at a computer, and drafting paperwork all day, so there should be no reason why nails break so fast. Each time I had a nail break, her response is she is too busy, and would need to schedule an appointment for at least 2 days out. Yup, for her to fix my ONE nail! I am so disappointed that she is nice at first, but is so passive aggressive and rude when she makes a mistake and unwilling admit it or make it right. This last time, I walked in and urged to have it fixed because I had a wedding to go to! I had initially made my new set appointment one week before the event to avoid doing my nails last minute. Now that my nail broke, it was urgent to get it fixed!! Besides, I had made my appointment and paid good money for them. The least she could do was fix it. Disgruntled and annoyed, she "fixed" my nail and left it lumpy, bumpy and discolored. At least the circus nails matched my already chipping nail color. As much as tried to help her make it right, she could care less. Time to throw in the towel and find a new Nail spot. Unlike Charlie's angels, Sorry Lucy - you're not very much of an angel. read more

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Stopped in for my first time, I had a great experience!! They were very friendly and it was a quiet and relaxing environment. I got funny bunny on my hands and feet and everything came out perfectly! They were really fast to reply for appointment availability as well! read more

The Nails Workshop - Funny bunny gel - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Loveeee how long they've lasted! Got these to go to Miami on 1/26 & didn't break a singleee one in Miami! here they are 3 weeks later!! Still in tact. No lifting & none of the stickers have fallen off. I still get so many compliments on my nails!! read more

The Nails Workshop - When i first got them - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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I was researching for a new nail spot in the area and found this hidden spot. They are my new go-to. Lucy, who I believe is the owner, was gentle while working on my mani. She took her time to remove my old gel, which didn't even hurt at all, and she was careful while working on the new mani. I like my mani's looking 'natural', not thick, so I'm very happy with the results and didn't have any pain at all during the removal process. For the pedi's, they take it to another level here. It's not your typical pedi, they add lemon, orange, and other items to the pedi. They massage much longer than other places and it's nice that they use warming lotion too. It felt relaxing and definitely a must-try if you need to treat yourself. Please see my pics for approximate pricing. The place is also very clean, there's relaxing music, and the TV isn't so loud, so you can really relax. They also have complimentary drinks. I tried the Vietnamese coffee, but I don't think it tasted like Vietnamese coffee (I'm Vietnamese). Still, it was tasty and a nice addition to getting my mani/pedi done. There's also a lot of parking and no fees for credit cards. I definitely recommend this hidden gem-- hopefully you won't be disappointed! read more

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Oh my goodness I am sooo in loooove thank you so much Tim!!! Absolute perfection. Highly recommend read more

The Nails Workshop - MOON CRYSTAL POWER - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I love love love coming here. The attention to detail and quality is why I keep coming back. Also they add lime and sometimes a special soap paper to your pedicure it's so cute. I always tip 20% as gratitude :) read more

Came here on a whim because my other salon was completely full. They had availability and took me right away for a pedicure. The massage chairs were really nice (nicer than my regular salon's chairs tbh). The nail tech was friendly and made a good suggestion on a color. The process was pretty typical and they did a good job. It was a little more than what I usually pay but it was worth the money. I'll come again when I'm in the area and my other salon is full. read more

I decided to take a chance on this little shop even though some more popular ones were down the road and closer to a scheduled appointment. I sent a message via FB the night before after hours expecting to get an answer in the morning, but I received a message almost immediately confirming they could get me in. When I arrived, Tim greeted me and listened to my concerns about what was going on with my nails and offered ideas. (Dude knows his s**t!) May jumped in doing nails, and Lisa was on my toes. Both were methodical perfectionists and were polite but not over chatty, which I appreciated. My only criticism is a personal one, I don't like the whole pillow thing for doing nails in the chair and reaching over I wish they had supply carts on each side or one hand at a time. It's an overall criticism of the industry, and maybe Tim will be creative, and that will make his shop stand out. Lisa even got my darn ingrown nail out, and the polish is perfect, and I mean PERFECT! May was so focused and would not accept anything other than flawless. And still, when checking out, (total was around $100., and I splurged!!!! Getting a fancy pedi and full set of tips on the mani with french) Tim insisted on a quality control check one more time and found a little bubble that neither I nor May caught. He wasn't barking at her but had her remedy it quickly before I walked out the door. You can tell they all respect each other and work together, and BTW, the place was SPOTLESS with more color options than Home Depots' paint department. I am so happy I finally found a regular salon. read more

The Nails Workshop - Clean and flawless and gentle on my real nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Great environment, great services. Came as walk-in and they took me right away. I got dipping manicure and some Halloween designs. They did an amazing job. They also offer you a free drink which is great. The salon is super clean as well. Highly recommended. read more

The Nails Workshop - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

This location is convenient (by gas station and laundromat) and the staff were very nice. Pricing was okay but unfortunately my pedicure didn't last long and I think I could've used another coat on my nails. Nail tech was kind but rough handed and ended up giving me an ingrown toenail by cutting down my nail at an angle read more

Tim does the best job! If I can't get an appointment with him, l'II let my hands be ugly until he's available! I preferred dipping powder but he convinced me to go back to acrylic and I almost never break a nail between sets. He's THAT good. The shop supplies complimentary drinks in a very clean and relaxing environment. The staff is also friendly and accommodating. I look forward to going here. read more

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I'm so bummed. I've been here several times and have had very good service and the young lady who is the manager is always very polite. Today was horrible though. I'm not sure if that's because the normal manager was gone, or what was happening, but I was sent to a table with a nail tech I hadn't worked with before. No one else was in the salon. When I greeted her she ignored me and just pulled at my hands, no smile, no acknowledgment whatsoever. She was incredibly aggressive and seemed to be rushing despite no one else being in the salon. She kept stabbing her fingernails into the underside of my nail to grip my fingers which was painful. I kept saying ouch and drawing attention to this, but she didn't seem to care. She kept stabbing my cuticles and the sides of my fingers with the metal wire tool that she was using to remove the gel. And then proceeded to buff my cuticles and other fingers after the gel was off. She was taking huge passes and going was going so fast, it didn't look like she could even see what she was doing. She didn't ask me about nail shape and was trying to just move from one to the next leaving sharp edges. When I asked for soft squares, she then changed it and again didn't check back with me. She did alright with the polish but was rushing to file the sides and ended up leaving bald spots on the sides of my nails because of this and still somehow have polish on the surrounding skin. This visit was a 1/5 but I gave 2 extra stars for my previous visits. At least there is polish on my nails but I'm going to have to file all of my nails now so that I don't stab others with the sharp corners. read more

The best nail salon I have been to. Very clean and professional. They offer you drinks and have a relaxing atmosphere. The lady took her time cleaning my cuticles and making sure my nail polish was on flawlessly. I choose a glitter and she recommended a perfect matching solid pink to go underneath. My nails came out great! Highly recommend! read more

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Been here a few times for pedicures, the actual polish and callus removal process is nice - no complaints there. I went in yesterday 5/29 and the lady ripped a chunk of skin off my big toe and then rubbed lime on it.. it sounds like a joke but it's not. Now my toe is infected. I'll just go down the street from now on. read more

The Nails Workshop - Infected toe - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Love this place!!! I came here twice and my nails and feet always look amazing afterward. Everyone here is so nice and welcoming. The salon is very clean. Highly recommend! read more

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My first time going here and I absolutely loved it! I got a pedicure and a manicure and both were complete within an hour and my nails look amazing! I will definitely make this my regular spot! read more

Great quality and vibe ! The place was a little difficult to find for me, it is right next to a gas station, Jfyi

I am so happy I found The Nails Workshop. I've tried a bunch of salons in the Mira Mesa/Carmel Valley area so I'm happy to find a salon closer to where I live. The best part is the owner Kim used to work at another salon I went to. She is the sweetest and provides amazing service. Kim did my manicure and was very attentive. I love my shape and the care she took while doing my nails. Lucy did my pedicure and it was super relaxing. My feet look and feel 10 times better. All of the staff follows COVID safety measures. Once you walk in you are asked to wash your hands, there is sanitizer throughout, everyone wears a mask, and there are dividers in between stations. I'm so excited Kim opened her own salon and I will definitely be coming back! read more

The Nails Workshop - Manicure by Kim, OPI Mimosa for Mr. and Mrs. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

First time coming and Tim did a great job and for a great price! Happy to have found a quiet space to pamper myself. :) read more

The Nails Workshop - Almond shape Acrylic with 143 gel color - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Great nail salon! Easy to book an appointment and good pricing. Definitely recommend. read more

The Nails Workshop - Great customer service and good pricing! I was extremely happy with my gel-x set. Definitely recommend. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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I found The Nail Workshop when I typed in "dip powder near me" and what a coincidence the owner who use to do my pedicures at my other nail place owns this nail shop! It was so great to see her. My nails were getting to long and I didn't want to make the drive all the way to Carmel Valley, so I wanted a place that was closer to me but had the service dip powder. I called in for a same day appointment for just a manicure with designs and I was taken care of by Lucy. Thank you Lucy for nails, they are holding up strong and I will definitely be coming back! Aside from that, they are taking all safety precaution in regard to COVID-19, so I felt safe getting my nails done here! Ask for Lucy for dip powders and any nail designs. read more

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Fantastic place for nails! I love my new full set. Place is clean and employees are all very nice. They are also very fast. This is the best my nails have ever looked! read more

The Nails Workshop - New full set. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Best nail salon! They have the top of the line products, always up to date and super profesinal. The space is beautiful and clean. Staff is amazing, they will treat you as you deserve to be treated. Everyone is great. I'm looking forward to going back. read more

The Nails Workshop - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Came again to get my nails done and always the workers were so kind and patient. The pedicure treatment felt luxurious with all the fruit and they are really careful and detailed when it comes to painting nails. I feel amazing and so relaxed after my appointment. I HIGHLY recommend!!!!!! read more

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I'm happy with the shape they did! I initially asked over the phone how much it cost to do refill they told me they will do consultation and let me know. I did refill for almond shape and they charged me $53 dollars without initial consultation. I will jot return because I pay $53 dollars for a new set! read more

Amazing! clean, top notch, and affordable! I got a mani pedi here and both were amazing. I usually don't leave mail reviews, I've been to so many and usually have an issue, but here is the exception! All I can say is WOW! From the lime and orange scrubbing, to the exfoliating masks and rock massage, this place is top notch. They have so many colors as well! They are decorated for the holidays already too which makes the experience that much better. Thank you! And I will be back :) read more

Well what can I say... This nail shop is a hidden gem. The nail tech Amy is so professional and does an amazing job. What makes this nail shop better than all the rest is paying attention to details, taking time, and offering quality products. They even service a complementary drink. I asked Amy to freestyle my sunflower design and I am so happy with the results!!! read more

The Nails Workshop - Sunflower Heaven - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is truly a North County Gem! And although I live in the Southbay I am more than willing to drive up because of the quality service I received here. I am so happy to have finally found a place where I can actually relax and receive the treatment that I pay for and then some. The owner Lucy goes above and beyond with every detail of the shop. I love the layout and design on the inside and I love that there are two separate walls full of colors to choose from. I normally do a gel manicure but have recently developed a new obsession with dipped gel powder thanks to Lucy. I have noticed that since I've been coming to the nail workshop my nails have gotten a lot stronger and the gel has lasted a lot longer. Not only are there tons of colors to choose from but there are also a variety of pedicures to choose from. I have never seen anything like it actually. This place has truly given me more of a day spa vibe rather than the typical in and out nail-shop experiences I've had in the past. Both Lucy and Kim provide excellent service, they are very kind and never rush. I could be coming off straight from work and their care and attention to detail can make such a difference in the way my day ends. I've recently started getting my eyebrows done here as well and I have to say that I am very impressed! Lucy can do literally everything and the fact that she is the owner shows me what such a humble person she is. I am so glad the business has survived the pandemic and I only wish for it to continue to flourish and be successful for many more years to come! If you are looking for a new nailshop home whether you are in the area or not, I guarantee you will love it here! It's a real treat to myself each time I come, I look forward to the next time each time. Thanks girls! read more

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I highly recommend this nail salon! The staff is super friendly, and the attention to detail is 10/10. Even though I have super short nails and have a bad habit of picking them, they were able to work around it and produce a design that suits my nail size/shape. read more

The Nails Workshop - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Awesome services. My go to place when I need a mani/pedi. I was able to get an appointment on the day and time I wanted. Thank you!

Only place that I can show them a design and get an exact replica of what I asked for love this place read more

The Nails Workshop - Full set acrylic - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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I really love this place! They opened in Feb. before Covid so I'm really happy that they managed to stay open after 2020. The place has been completely remodeled and is beautiful inside. New floors, counters, etc. and is very clean inside. I did the dip powder and they didn't use the UV light like I've had at other salons. I also got the lavender pedicure which was super nice and relaxing. They did a great job and I'm looking forward to going back! read more

It was my first time visiting this nail salon. The pedicure was truly a spa experience. The leg and feet massages felt really good. I tried the dipped powder manicure for the first time (I was getting gel manicures before) and I like it better. They also provide complimentary drinks such as wine, water, and sodas. I highly recommend this place. This is my go-to nail salon now. Lucy did my pedicure and Amy for the manicure, both did a really great job. read more

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Absolutely love this nail salon!! I've been getting my nails done consistently here for around three years now and every time I leave happy with my gel manicures. I normally see May and she does a fantastic job. The owner of this shop also does an excellent job and is very precise with designs. I normally come in with my mom and they all recognize us and know us there now. They have more affordable prices compared to other nail salons. I recommend all of my friends here! read more

Very clean, efficient and wonderful. I was able to make appointments easily, change the time and enjoy a wonderful and relaxing mani/pedi. What a gem this place is and so easy to get to. I'm a fan read more

I had a beautiful manicure done by Tim with amazing service! I would definitely go back and recommend read more

The Nails Workshop - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

This place is the AWESOMEST The packages are great with reasonable prices Friendly staff read more