I love this place primarily for the no wait-appointment only. Clean and not too expensive. Employees and owners are very polite.

I got nails done today. Very nice place and super quiet. The vibe was off. Very depressing. Unfriendly mean mugging nail tech and unfriendly pedicurist. The man at the front door was very nice but his nail techs are unfriendly! My nails look fine but I won't be returning read more

The Yelp information says this business accepts walk-ins, but they actually don't. When I came in, there were plenty of open stations, yet they refused to take me. I even mentioned that their Yelp page says they accept walk-ins, and the man working there responded in a rude and dismissive way. The whole interaction made me feel very unwelcome. They should update their online information so people don't waste their time. read more

This the only place I trust for my pedicures. It's very clean , they don't rush you and they are always polite. Their transparency in pricing is really appreciated.Parking is very limited but manageable. read more

Been coming here every 2 weeks for the past 2.5 years and they never disappoint. They go by appointment so there is never a wait. Their attention to detail is pretty great too, always amazing nails, always. read more

This place is odd. They claim they take walk ins, but when I walked in the male worker came up to me and asked me what I needed and I said a pedicure and he just said "no." Very rude. read more

I would've given them a zero if I could that was my second time there and I thought the first time was OK but the second time the pedicure was supposed to come with a three minute massage and I didn't get the massage and I questioned the Owner and his wife, especially his wife didn't give two shits about me and said the ladies careful and doesn't miss those things that's bullshit. She lied. I did not get a massage. I was so upset. I was never not gonna pay. I paid anyway, and I even tipped the girl, but I was just making a point and she wanted nothing to do with me. She even acknowledged my friend that I went with like three times because she knew her, but didn't even look at me. Didn't even care what I had to say no sympathy whatsoever do not go here! I will not go back ever! read more

Really bad service. I came in with existing gel and instead of them soaking them off they filled them down. One of my real nail ended up breaking in half and started to bleed I asked her to soak them and she proceeded to only soak that one off. After that she starts to add gel x coating on top of the existing gel x that she had filed down. I've been to other salons and they soak off existing nails and then add new nails. Honestly never coming back to this place. On top of the bad experience she still decides to charge me $70 read more

Vera Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

Vera Nail Spa is my go to for nails and pedicure. Friendly, clean, and the nail techs are very detailed oriented so that your nails look pristine and clean. read more

Kept passing by and I decided to try it out. It's super clean, kind staff and great service. Will definitely be going back :) read more

Vera Nail Spa - Super clean place, I love my pedicure. - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

Always love the service here. Got my wedding nails done here a couple weeks ago! My daughter also got a gel manicure that day. read more

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Gave me a cut and started bleeding, I got acrylics and my nails are in so much pain, never again. They are also very rude.

PLS PLS READ! If you're going to get your eyebrows done pls go somewhere else. I stopped by yesterday to get mine waxed and the lady who did my eyebrows not only did she not leave them even but she also burn my cheek with wax. How do u manage to burn someone? If you don't want to leave the nail salon with a burn then pls don't go here.!!! I'm sure she knew she hurt me bc I told her and she didn't do anything about it. In the pictures below you'll see that she burn me with the wax in two different places. read more

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I appreciate that they use sanitize tools for each individual and their service is great!

Love the service it is so clean and I love Jen she is so nice always keeps my nails clean

I have been here twice. Both times I experienced unfriendly staff. The worst part is the service. They do a quick mani pedi. No real treatment. They are aggressive. I bled as they pulled on my cuticle very hard. My toe is inflamed and very painful. They didn't even bother to cure it or apply any antiseptics. The place is very nice and clean, but I don't recommend it for the service. They don't take the time to buff or apply product to prep for nails. I will not return! read more

i've been coming here for some time now, my last review was actually 5 stars. but today? i left in tears. never have i ever felt so uncomfortable, even their male manager came out because they were consistently talking about me. and all i requested was a pink acrylic, instead of a beige. i stopped the pedicure after she soaked the last set. left the tech money and a tip. she did her best. but the owners? you need help. read more

Negative stars. The worst mani/pedi I've ever had. The nail technician I got was terrible, lady wearing the Prada tennis shoes I'm talking to you. I got a gel mani and regular pedi. She told me the regular color was different than the gel that I picked and convinced me to choose another color. In the end, my toes were a different color from my nails anyway with the same polish color. It must be the brand they use. I think she convinced me to pick a color that was more opaque and less translucent than what I had originally chosen so it would be less coats for her to apply. The OPI polishes are out of reach under the tv. The color book they show you is for the off brand polishes by the door. She cut two of my toes and I later realized she also nipped my middle finger. She cut one big toe, pressed on it to try to stop the bleeding and moved right to the next big toe and proceeded to cut that one as well. I was bleeding and she pressed into it with cotton then proceeded to put some blue liquid on it. It was painful. She never asked if I was okay or apologized. This lady did not care. She only cared to hurry to get to the next victim, I mean customer. I regret not being more assertive, but I hadn't realized she was like this until she got to chopping on my middle finger. Believe me she was fast. Out of my group I was the last to start, but the first to be finished. She also buffed my nails with the electric file, thinning out my nails because she's lazy & wanted to get done quickly. My polish was done messily and my gel didn't even last 2 weeks! I had to bandage my toes after my pedicure. Not the goal after just getting a pedicure. The next two nights my toes throbbed and I was afraid I'd possibly get an infection as I suspect she didn't use clean tools. I'm pretty sure she never opened the clean manicure tool kit. Unless you want to be butchered & risk an infection I don't suggest coming here. I will never ever come back here. TL;DR: I got cut 3x! They only care about profit. DO NOT COME HERE!!!!! read more

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First time here did not disappoint! I came in as a walk-in on what I expected to be a busy Saturday. I was greeted by a friendly technician who said it would be about 5-10 minutes. She invited me to the color wall and shared, to my delight, that the hundreds of options before me were all available as both gel and regular polish. Usually it takes me forever to find a color, but in this case, I found my match rather quickly. Within 3 minutes, I was seated, and worked on by a friendly technician named Kelley for my manicure and another kind and soft spoken technician for my pedicure. Both technicians were gentle and thorough, and the end result was wonderful! The studio itself is new, clean and cute, with modern decor and smooth R&B playing in the background. It is easily accessed off Lakewood Blvd across from the Stonewood Mall and features a small parking lot behind the building. Prices are great - $24 for a gel manicure and $18 for a basic spa pedicure. They also offer acrylic and dip powder at fair prices. Kelley said they have been busy in their first four months (likely due to location) but are still looking to build their business. If you're in the Downey / Pico Rivera / Paramount / South Gate area, give this place a shot! read more

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Anna always does the best full sets. I've been coming here for a little over a year now and they always provide the best services. Everyone here does amazing pedicures as well so when I go, I don't mind going with whoever is available. It's so quiet in here and so relaxing read more

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Since they reopened they raised the prices on a standard dip, and they charge extra to remove it? How does that make sense? Went from paying $43 to now $55 for the same service! So crazy! read more

Today I came back after months and ask if they accepted a walk-in. And they said appointments only. Yelp states walk-ins welcomed... read more

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I'm not from the area but I love this place I went for Gel X and I believe her name is Anna she is amazing so far my set lasted nearly 3 weeks, when I went back to get them done. she is so quick and they look perfect and clean each time, coming here only for this service from now on. It's also very clean and modern inside which is nice too. I recommend this place maybe reserve your spot early in the day tho. I chose a photo on Pinterest for reference and they cute read more

Vera Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

I called to see if you need an appointment. I was able to make an appointment for 2 pedicures the next day. This nail salon is very clean. Excellent customer service. I like how they have different options for a pedicure. I will be going back soon. read more

Please do not waste your time and money I used to love this place. Until I spent $274 on my mothers and my nails. We brought our own paint and foil flakes. Had signature pedi my mom had fresh set and I had fill with two replacement nails. When the nail tech took one of the nails off to be replaced I noticed a green color on my nail. She told me it's because the water was trapped underneath. But made no attempt to seal the nail to avoid it happening again and or worsening. Now my nails look like they have fungus infections and are super painful! I have to be seen and treated for this and I spent so much money and that's not including tip! I'm not sure if they are unsanitary or they are just rushing or honestly if they are just doing shit work and taking peoples money! I would stay away from here. I won't be going back ever!!!! read more

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Love my pedicures every time I show up! I, for the first time did a full set of acrylic nails and I am sooo in love! I just found my new spot to get them done at. Without question I will definitely return for more pedicure and mani manicure services. Always treated well and greeted kindly when I come in, my mom and sister also get the same great treatment. read more

Vera Nail Spa - Another picture of my finished full set. - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

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They are open! And better than ever. Love the service from this place...make your appointments ladies and gents.

I've been coming to Vera for a good while now and everytime I have had a wonderful experience. My nail tech Hanna is lovely and very professiona. I would 10/10 recommend this nail spa for anyone looking for a great experience. read more

Vera Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

Called earlier in the week to schedule 3 manicures and pedicures for me, my mom and aunt for Thursday at 3pm. Given the amount of school traffic around that time, wasn't able to arrive until 3:10pm. Typically businesses provide a 10-15minute grace period, but not here. They were unable to service the three appointments we had scheduled, and resorted to having my aunt and mom get their nails done. At least they let me sit there for an hour without getting my nails done, and after paying in cash didn't even provide me with a receipt. Do they report that income to the IRS? read more

Love the way my nails are done! My gel manicure lasts for more than 2 weeks! Always make an appointment because they are always full. Very friendly and helpful! read more

Vera Nail Spa - Got them done a week ago still looking fabulous! - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

I really needed a pedicure and I thought $18 was a good deal . Unfortunately that was last years price . Since last year it went up by 6 . Perhaps this is because of Covid . The quality of the pedicure seemed pretty good . They have plexiglass and have a good amount of people working outside . So far it's looking good ! read more

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I love this place. They don't do walk ins and I love it! They always take me on time or early and I'm in and out in time for work. Great job and good prices.. read more

I only trust here for my acrylic!!! I've never had any nails lifting or other typical acrylic issues I've had with other nail salons. I come back every 3 to 4 weeks for a fill! I missed Vera Nail Spa while they were closed for the county mandate but was super happy to find out they had prepared a tent to follow the outside rule mandate! I feel like myself again with professionally done nails! No more painting nails myself! read more

Vera Nail Spa - Acrylic full set - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

This place is horrible. I would never come back. I brought my mother to do a pedicure and I got a manicure and pedicure myself and this was the ugliest messy job here. Not even worth the expensive price. I paid $78 dollars for a crappy job. They don't even clean your cuticles and the paint job is horrible my 10 year old niece could probably paint better with no mess. I wouldn't recommend this place to anyone. To top it off I asked for a full set acrylic and they did me a manicure. Pathetic. All you do is pay for them to wash your feet and hands. VERY UNSATISFYING.. read more

Vera Nail Spa - Ugly pedicure and messy. Who does this?!? - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

I just wasn't satisfied. The vibe is weird in there. I went in for a regular clear polish manicure, and she had to redo 3 nails lol she messed up clear polish!! Lol imagine trying color. 25$ for reg mani plus tip. Went w two stars instead of one star because the place is clean and cute. read more

Clean, updated salon with friendly staff! During my first visit I was greeted by the owner who also asked me how everything was before I left. I got a regular pedicure and dip nails (first time). All the services I received were done well and my nail techs didn't rush. It's a nice relaxing atmosphere with newer salon chairs which had a nice massage feature. I'll definitely be back! read more

Vera Nail Spa - Dip nails by Kelly! - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

Favorite place HANDS DOWN. I've gone through several nail salons and this one! Just does it's thing. Extremely clean. Quiet. Workers are super nice and pay attention to detail. I've had a set on for 10 weeks with 2 fills and never has a nail fallen off. In all my years of nails that's unheard of! Any design you show them any design they do! Never have I received so many compliments before coming here! If you're debating it, DO IT. read more

The people here are super rude so just a heads up. Always always always call for an appointment, they don't do walk ins even though their reviews say you can and their displays as well. When you call to make an appointment be ready to call about 5 times because they do not want to answer their phone when they are clearly here to answer. Their gel manicure does not last me more than a week and I work in retail so my nails should do not chip easily when I get them done at other places. The space is clean and only half the staff wear gloves. If you decide to come here make sure you stand your ground and don't let them bully you. I've come here about 5 times hoping the next time will be a better experience and it just gets worse and worse. They attend people who are their "regulars" over others who made an appointment. Highly highly recommend nails beauty bar in Anaheim if you can make the drive! My nails lasted me 2+ weeks, soo many color options, and walk ins are always taken in less than 10 mins. And the staff there is super friendly. read more

Vera Nail Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Downey, California

I called for a same day appointment on a Sunday morning. I desperately needed some gel removed from my nails. I had a horrible manicure performed at a nail parlor in Bellflower and my chipped nails looked super ghetto! I'm so glad that Vera Nail Spa was able to fit me in on such short notice. The nail technician worked quickly and carefully. She removed the old gel, buffed my nails, applied cuticle oil and even filed my nails. She did all of this in less than 10 minutes. I left with beautiful, shiny nails! I felt like this nail tech went above and beyond since I only called for a gel removal. I'm looking forward to returning to try some of their other nail services. read more

Atmosphere was good , clean salon with nice comfy chairs. My nails are just a bit too thick. The male in the salon work on my nails . As he did my nail he was pushing in my cuticles with his long finger nail which gross me out. He seem to be in a rush. read more

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