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    VIP Nails

    4.4 (205 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 5:00 pm

    By appointment only

    Services - VIP Nails

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

    Waxing

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    Jessica V.

    CLEAN set! HIGHLY recommend this spot if you value quality and attention to detail. Obsessed.

    Finger nails

    Asked for a photo that I saw online. Full set fill and replace. He did great! Place was clean and welcoming attitude. Fair pricing!

    Connie L.

    I recently went to VIP Nails for the first time and made an appt with Thanh. It's close to my house so the location is convenient for me. I love the shape of my nails & I'm happy with how they came out! I got coffin nails with nude ombré and marble, so cute! I also got a regular pedicure and a wax, pedicure was okay and I'm happy with my wax -- I got my brows and lip done. If you want to come here you should make an appointment. I would definitely recommend VIP Nails!

    Angie C.

    Thanh is my girl !! I've been to hundreds of nails salons all over San Diego county, and I'm telling you, Thanh is the bomb ! I always go once a month for acrylics and a pedicure . Yes people, I go every 4 weeks because my nails actually last for 4 weeks ! I'm also a hairstylist, so I'm pretty rough with my nails . No chipping on my toes either . Make sure you book in advanced cause Thanh is one busy lady ! Thanh gives me the best stiletto acrylics . She's amazing with designs too . Just show her a pic, and she's got you ! She recently did my wedding nails and I was so in love with them ! I always request for Thanh's mom for a pedicure because she really knows what she's doing ! My polish always last at least a month with no chipping . Her massage is great too ! The nail shop is located in the shopping center where Dollar tree and planet fitness it . Huge parking lot, I usually like making an appointment in the morning to avoid a business ! Go see her for all your nail needs ! PS, she also offers waxing services !

    Owners attempt to fix my nails but this is still what I ended up with. Not pictured are other nails with ripples.
    Melissa V.

    So upset, I could cry. I've been getting my nails done w a specific technician for the past 5 years because no one compares, so maybe I have too high of expectations? My technician was in a car accident recently (she is okay, thank God) leaving me to find a temporary nail salon. Of course I used yelp to see what was good around my area, and stumbled across VIP Nails and all the great reviews. I walked in on an empty Monday morning, and was seated right away. My European pedicure was fine, but my shellac manicure was horrific. When I noticed the nail tech wasn't shaping my nails, I had to ask her to fix the shape, specifically my thumbs which looked nothing alike. When it came time for the color, I noticed she was making them so THICK, they looked gummy. I asked her for less coats and even pulled my hand away at one point because she wasn't listening and she pulled it back. So I sat there through the rest of the experience just staring at my nails getting worse and worse. I felt horrible because this was an older sweet lady, but she should not be doing nails. Once she was done, and it was time for me to pay, it was obvious to the other tech who did my pedicure that I was upset and she asked if I was okay. I showed her and who appeared to be the owner, what the problem was and the owner tried to fix the mess. While I appreciate her trying to fix my nails, they were beyond repair, as you can see in my photos or round 1 and round 2. If you don't want lumpy color and poorly painted edges, I suggest you do more research than I did. This salon is surprisingly 4.5 stars. I came to the conclusion that it is probably the the owner who does a good job and everyone else is a gamble.

    gel manicure
    Giena L.

    First things first, this place says it opens at 9, and when I go there at 909am the open sign is on, there's someone sitting at a station, but she tells me they are not open until 930...lucky for me, this wasn't too far for me to get to, so I walk around and wait. Now my manicure, she cut my cuticles a little too closely on my thumb and it began to bleed, that in itself is minus a star. In addition they charge 75 cents for using a card, which they don't tell you, and I didn't find out about until my card was already swiped, but what they do tell you is that you can't add a tip to the end of your card transaction- so come prepared to tip in cash.

    Halle L.

    Thanh is literally my savior! I am super picky about my nails and they are always PERFECT every time I leave. She takes her time and has everything from chrome, holographic and all the shades of every color. She is busy though so always call ahead if you're getting acrylics, definitely worth it though. I will never go anywhere else!

    Melissa M.

    Today was my first time going to this place. I saw the good rating and reviews and thought I'd check it out. I always make a reservation whenever I can so I called earlier in the day to see if they could accommodate 2 people for a mani pedi around 6. Thanh answered and let me know that they were pretty booked but that she'd give me a call back and let me know. Sure enough, minutes later she called me and said they had an opening for us. We arrived and Thanh, along with another technician, were able to help us right away. You can tell she really loves what she does and has a passion for it. It definitely shows. I loooooove my nails and so did my friend. She takes such care to make sure she does a good job for you and she is very personable and friendly. Definitely will be coming back!!

    Garrison B.

    I needed a spa pedicure with an add on of a foot and leg massage. I was having a tough time finding a place I could go to without an appointment. I work at a hospital so making an appointment can be difficult. I sat in the parking lot and called VIP Nails and they let me come in right then and they took excellent care of me. My legs and feet were scrubbed, moisturized and massaged for an hour and a half. I would recommend this place 100%.

    Lauren N.

    First time here and she exceeded my expectations. Very detailed and did exactly what I wanted. Probably the best nail artist I've been to!! Will be coming back with even better designs!!

    Fill and full set done by Thanh
    Taylor L.

    This is my new favorite nail spot. I've been to so many places around the College Grove area but none of them compare. Thanh really knows what she's doing and she really takes her time in perfecting the nails. I told her an idea of what I wanted and she even added her own ideas to what would make them even better. The polish selection is out of this world, seriously any color you can think of. As well as chrome polishes and magnetic. She does all designs, including 3D, by hand. My mom was nervous thinking they would pop off but it's really flesh to the nail so I'm not worried at all. All in all, I found the shop I will be going to again and again. Word of advice though, make sure to call for an appointment. I got my nails done on a Saturday and she was saying how she was already booked til Wednesday.

    Tracie M.

    I needed to get my nails done last minute and was in the neighborhood when I drove by this place. They were not busy at all and was able to take me right away. I needed a gel manicure and loved that they had a great selection of colors. Both women who did my mani & pedi were very nice and did a great job. I would definitely go back next time I'm in the area and need to get my nails done.

    Acrylics with Gel Polish by Thanh The color is a bright coral color but looks hot pink here.

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    Excellent service and a job well done. I haven't been here since before Covid and I wasn't disappointed.

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    Hello can I do a appointment?

    Hi. We're closed. I don't know when we able to open.

    How much for dip powder nails?

    How much is a gel mani and regular pedi?

    Gel manicure $27 Basic pedicure $20… Read more

    Are u guys open today for Memorial Day?

    Yes! We are open for Memorial Day!

    Do you have a nail tech that can do flared acrylic nails? What is the name of the nail tech?

    Yes

    How much for chrome nails? And the price range for just nails?

    It really depends on the length and design. I usually get pretty long coffin shaped nails and with chrome polish it would probably run $35 to $40.

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    Thanh has done my nails multiple times now and each time they turn out so perfect and I am very happy.

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