This business only accepts appointments. No options for walk-in appointments. They are very personal and private. Cash is the only form of payment accepted. I like this business because of the private appointments and personal attention given. The proprietors are friendly and they remember you. read more

Love them! My favorite place to go. I always feel at home. They do a great job! Just remember cash only. Helps them keep their price down.

10 years later, just coming back to say that Vanessa Nails is still the best of the best. Ahn always takes such great care of my mom who has an autoimmune disease now and needs a little extra care and comfort during her pedicure appointments. Yen has an impeccable eye for detail when she does my gel manicures. These ladies have the biggest hearts for their customers and show what true customer service is. Their salon is always clean and peaceful, too. Thank you Yen and Ahn! read more

Very rude. Walked in and was immediately told too busy. There was only one person being worked on. I asked how long the wait was and they asked me do you really want to come back later. Obviously they don't want business so I just left and will find somewhere else. read more

Yen fit me in for a last minute appt and did a wonderful job trimming down and filling my acrylics. The previous place I'd been made them WAY too thick and she fixed that for me too. She was super sweet and I highly recommend this salon. Everything was very clean and they had a good selection of colors for both gel and regular. read more

Vanessa Nails - Acrylic fill and gel polish - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

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I was in need of a new nail salon so my friend recommended this place. You'll need to make an appointment and bring cash. Yen does fantastic work. She is very detailed and cares a lot about her work. The salon is clean. It's ran by 2 sisters so I can understand needing to make an appointment. Overall I'm very happy with my nails and will recommend to others. read more

Vanessa Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

If you're looking for an amazing conversation plus PERFECT nails go see Yen! I've been going here for years and I've NEVER had a negative experience. I leave there feeling refreshed and feminine again after getting my claws back on haha Anyway it's appointment only so make sure you call in first! read more

I have been going to Vanessa nails for over 15 years now. I can say Yen (the owner) is a true artist. She breezes through my acrylics making it look so easy, but I've had enough bad nail jobs from others to know better. She knows my "style" and gives me suggestions when I ask, and knows my moods when I feel talkative or want to be quiet. Her sister Ahn does great pedicures too. The shop is clean, there is usually the cooking channel on the big screen tv to watch. I highly recommend Vanessa Nails. read more

Vanessa Nails - Natural look this week - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

Two sisters rocking it at nails! My nails don't hold regular polish, gel or acrylic well. I met yet when I moved here a few months ago, have gone here several times now and she's one of the only people who get my nails exactly how I like them (I'm very picky when it comes to shape and love short nails) When she does my nails, there's no peeling until about the fourth week. The color and shape are spot on and they have great service! To ensure they're available when you come, I highly recommend calling and making appointment in advance. read more

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No one answered the phone when I called at 5:30p so I drove over there before 6 and they said they were closed.. I know this is an hour before they are listed to be closed but they didn't even try to reschedule me or let me know what their actual hours are. Won't be returning read more

Yen is the best... she is always, professional, courteous, patient, and definitely not a price gouger! Her and her sister Ann put a lot of TLC in all their work. My nails are always so beautiful and the most important thing I love about her work is my nails are never too thick; they last about a month until I get fills, unless I want a polish change. Thank you Yen and Ann read more

Vanessa Nails - Valentine's Nails. - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

It has been more then two weeks getting my nailed done and usually there are already Breaks and cracks in my nails because I'm always using my hands, but after getting my nails done at Vanessa nails there are such great results with hardly any damage and they are still on strong. I had a great experience here they take such good care or you as well, and there work is phenomenal. read more

Vanessa Nails - More then two weeks after getting my nails done and they are still on strong. I had a great experience here and the prices are great too. - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

Love going to Vanessa Nails! Yen is such a sweetheart! I've been going to her for about a year now, and I have never been disappointed. read more

Vanessa Nails - My pretty crimson gel manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

Anh did my nails! I am always satisfy with Yen and Anh's service. Amazing as always! :)

Loved my experience here! Great prices and good conversation. Clean facilities - I really felt cared for. My Gel color has not chipped (its been almost a month!) and has lasted so well! Coming back soon for sure. read more

As an official 'old dude' with orthopedic issues I find it difficult to trim my own toenails. The gals at VN are *very* fastidious w/regard to their craft, and I always leave in a better mood than when I entered. I need not shop anymore for a salon to take care of me. Kudos! read more

Recently moved to Vista, CA and needed to find myself a new nail salon! The first time I stopped in I was not served due to not making an appointment, no big deal- I understood. I scheduled an appointment the same day for later in the day with Anh. She did a great job on my nails but when I got home I compared hands and the nails on one hand were shorter than the other. I also had some nails that were skinny and some that were wide. I filed them myself when I got home to fix the issues. About a week later one of my nails popped off while doing some cleaning at work. I called for a repair appointment but the schedule was pretty full so I just decided to glue my nail back on with some nail glue. I was reluctant to go again for my fill but I didn't feel finding a new place as this salon is 2 mins from my apartment. Two and a half weeks later I needed a fill so I was sure to call and make an appointment a couple days in advance. Just had my appointment with Yen tonight and my nails are incredible! I told her my concerns about how my nails looked last time I was in and she was super sure to make both hands even and the nails uniform shape/width! Also super thrilled with their pricing, very reasonable! Back home I would pay $55 for an acrylic fill with gel polish and this salon is about $20 cheaper!! I will definitely continue to visit this salon! Tips to new clients: Make an appointment a couple days in advance, it's just two ladies running this business so be kind! Also, be very explicit with how your nails are looking! If you don't like them before you go home, have them fix the problem before you leave! read more

Vanessa Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

Called today for a pedicure, and was able to come in 30 minutes later. Wasn't sure about the place at first based upon certain reviews, but it was close to my house - so I gave it a try! Anh did my pedicure, and she was very thorough and made sure I was relaxed. I got the special pedicure for $25 which included the scrub, mask and massage. Everything felt wonderful and I'm glad I stopped by. She did a great job on my polish too. I will be back :) read more

I don't mind driving 30 minutes to this nail shop whenever I need to get my nails done. I'm always amazed by the quality of service that Yen and Anh provides to me. As always, Yen did an amazing job with my nails! Anh does an awesome job with my eyebrows. Highly recommend this nail shop! read more

Vanessa Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

Salon is nice & clean and run professionally, although it's a two woman show. Yen is the owner and she does a great job on nails but there is usually only one other person available to do the pedicures. If you and your friend want to walk in and get a pedIcure together, this isn't the ideal place. But if you prefer making appointments and want personalized service, this is definitely where you want to go. And it's nice and quiet, not a lot of hustle and bustle going on. Also, it's a great location! read more

The salon is always clean. The staff is courteous and always a pleasant experience visiting the salon.

Great service and good quality work. This is my go to place to get my nails done in North County! read more

Did an amazing job. But really hard to get ahold of someone to make an appointment. No voicemail

I've been coming here for years! I love how quite and patient Ann and yin are with my service and listen to all my needs. I never feel rushed in and out and they have a great variety of colors! I recommend scheduling a appointment since they are always so busy! read more

I love coming here. I have arthritis and she is so gentle with my hands and does an excellent job! Never had a problem with nails lifting even after a month! Pedicures are amazing too. Hard not to fall asleep from being so relaxed. I will be an on going customer. read more

Vanessa Nails - One month later and still no lifting at all!!! :) I live this place - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

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Great place, friendly staff. They did a great job with my feet and I had a relaxing experience. My toes look great! read more

Vanessa Nails - Pretty toes! - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

I would give them 5 stars but they only have two people working and I heard them turn someone away while I was there. They are very nice ladies. I went in on a whim. I just moved from LA and needed to find a new place and was very satisfied. The best foot massage I've had in a while and a very good looking manicure and pedicure. Not too many colors to choose from though (might want to bring your own for pedicures if you're particular). Overall they are great but you really do need an appointment even though they advertise differently. read more

Vanessa Nails - Gel red French tip for the holidays! - Nail Salons Near Me - Oceanside, California

MY VERY FIRST REVIEW ON YELP GOES OUT TO THIS PLACE. I tried this place because 1. It's literally 5 mins away from my now new house and 2. I saw good reviews about it. My nails are not in good condition right now and it hasn't even been 2 hours. I paid full price because I wasn't trying to get a free manicure, but rather a great service for a gel manicure. I also gave her a tip for working on it but I don't think I'll ever go back to that nail salon. I mean, I gave it a shot. If you guys do try this place, I hope you guys get a great service. read more

I walked in at 5:50 pm they close at 7 They are rude !! I asked them what time they close and the lady who does nails rudely said right now we're closed. At 5:50. Then she changed it up saying they had appointments. The way she treated me was just rude that's all never going here again. read more

I originally chose this place because I live so close to it. The two sisters that work there are very sweet and we have a good conversation every time I go. I recommend making an appointment as they can get pretty busy. read more

yen is the absolute best. i've been coming to her for 10 years. her shop is impeccable and standards are great!!! love her!

I've been going to Vanessa Nails for many years. I know the owner and her sister work very hard to please, they are great at what they do , and super fair pricing. During this time it's a little more difficult to get an appointment so call in advance and be patient as they will get you scheduled as quickly as they have time. read more

Ahhh! Yen is amazing. I went in last week for an acrylic pedicure and it was the best. She was very hard working and diligent. She made sure everything was perfect and the price was not expensive like the other mail places I inquired at. Very clean and she adhered to covid guidelines :) read more

Yen is the best. I. Very picky. She does it exactly how I like my nails. Her sister is excellent on pedicures

I have been looking for someone who is detail oriented and will do my nails the way I like, thinner and even. Yen is AMAZING!!! I gave up having acrylic nails because it was too expensive and most salons I went to did such a bad job. Vanessa Nails' prices are very reasonable and the ladies there are really nice! read more

I've been going to Yen's salon for 10 years now and really appreciate her skill doing nails. I would not need to write a review as I don't see she needs new business, she is usually booked up for days ahead, so you could take your chances on a drop in, but I'd recommend making an appointment. There have been times when she couldn't fit me in in time for a party I was going to (I have a bad habit of waiting until the last minute) so I'd have to go elsewhere.....I always regret it as no one seems to do as good a job as Yen. She's sweet and caring as well as her sister Ann who also works there. The prices are reasonable too. read more

Had a excellent experience , the pricing is awesome. The owner Yen is very kind and friendly great place to visit.

Yan is absolutely wonderful at what she does.. I'm so happy to say I have found my new place to go.

Limited staff so appointments are necessary. Very friendly. They have done some very good work for me. This is a great choice if you are used to making an appointment. read more

I've been seeing Yen for several years and she is great. To those who think they can just walk in and expect to be serviced, whether fills, mani or pedi ... make an appt. ahead of time. Don't expect that they are not busy. To call and see if you can come in on the same day or next is very inconsiderate to those who have regularly scheduled appts. This happened to me once while Yen was doing my nails. Two ladies walked in expecting her to have time to do a pedi and wax without an appt. She asked them to come back an hour later. They were back in 30 mins, thus rushing my time of fills to accommodate them. You women are rude. read more