Wilder Nails & Spa

How much is an acrylic set?

$50 with gel

About how much is an acrylic fill?

$40 with gel.

How much does a gel fill on natural nails cost?

Short, $40

How much is a regular pedis?

Please call Amy tomorrow after 10 to discuss prices.

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Review Highlights - Wilder Nails & Spa

“Amy is chill, funny and had a great conversation while I was there.”

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Come on La Mesa peeps, let's keep this place in business!! I wanted a deep tissue massage and for…read more$45 for 60 minutes, it was a great deal. A little unusual in that Linda used many parts of her body to really get deep but I'm fine with that. She was up on top of the table in order to get sufficient leverage to get really deep. It hurt so good! The place is clean and looks nice on the inside. There is some chatter between the employees and since the hot towel warmer was in the room I was being worked in others came in to get hot towels for their clients. I didn't care but can be a little distracting for those who have a hard time relaxing. I already scheduled my next massage for 90 minutes. I will be a regular at this place.

Spas are the place to go and relax, let the worker take away your stress. I had a body to body…read moremassage and it was classy and not erotic at all. Keeping it professional is what this spa does. Definitely coming back to this spa...soon!

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Happy Feet Spa

4.2(171 reviews)

0.2 mi

Always amazing services here! Make sure to book appointment a head of time and look out for…read moreseasonal deals on regular and couples massages. I've been coming her to a long time and it's been pleasant. There's parking in the back or street parking in the front, they take card and cash. You can also request to have a male or female masseuse and the amount of pressure you'd like for your massages. Hot tea or water is offered at the end and a sweet little Asian hard candy (I love the guava flavored one). Tipping is recommended especially if they've met your expectations. I hope you give this business a try!

Price is cheap and the massage is average. The place from the outside looks like a hole in the…read morewall. The face pillows had a paper towel to lay our face on which was not comfortable at all. The main reason for the low stars is we had a couples massage and our masseuses were talking to each other the ENTIRE TIME. There was even a few moments of them just laughing. It was extremely uncomfortable since it was all in a different language and not relaxing one bit. A more quiet session would make the price almost worth it but how uncomfortable we felt we decided it wasn't.

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Pure Massage

1.0(1 review)

0.3 mi

DO NOT GO HERE! My husband and I went here to get a couples massage. The first thing they did was…read morelie to us about the price. In their information online it said that our massage would be $120 and when we got there he told us it would be $140. When we asked about it he said they had new owners and had only been opened for three months. (Also their pictures online don't even match what it looks like inside) So we got the massage, which was alright I guess. I thought it was kind of weird that they had the man massage me and a woman massage my husband. The guy's hands smelled like cigarettes and they were really rough. After our mediocre massage they asked for a tip... which is not required. We decided to tip them $10, which we had to pull a $20 out of the ATM. My husband asked for $10 back and the guy said "are you sure?".... We said yes, and then he told my husband to "never come back again." My Husband asked what he said to make sure he heard it correctly. He said it again and got all in my husband's face and began yelling at him and acting aggressive. Highly inappropriate, do not waste your time here.

From the owner: Make every day a little more special with our variety of therapeutic offerings, designed to soothe…read moreand satisfy.

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Oasis 8 Massage

4.4(22 reviews)

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here for a couples massage for my spouse and me, plus an individual massage for my sister. We found…read morean awesome Groupon and decided to do a same-day visit. Although we needed a reservation, Sofia, the manager, was incredibly accommodating. She made sure she had enough staff available to take care of all three of us and was prompt with both her calls and text messages while coordinating our appointment. When we arrived, Eddie and Judy greeted us with warm smiles. Since Sofia wasn't onsite, they easily connected with her over the phone to help us redeem our Groupon, and the entire process was quick and effortless. My spouse and I were escorted into our room and immediately felt relaxed. The massage included warm essential oils and hot stones, which made the experience even more enjoyable. Eddie was my massage therapist, and I initially thought his pressure might be a little too strong. However, after I asked for a medium-pressure massage, he adjusted perfectly. Whenever I requested a little more pressure in certain areas, he listened carefully and customized the massage to exactly what I needed. He was attentive, professional, and made sure I was comfortable throughout the entire session. My spouse thoroughly enjoyed his massage as well. We both walked out feeling refreshed, relaxed, and much better than when we arrived. They even offered us bottled water before we left, which was a thoughtful finishing touch. If you're in the La Mesa area and looking for a quality massage at a great value, I definitely recommend giving this place a try. I also love that they're open late, making it the perfect spot to unwind after a long day at work. As always... you can thank me later!

I didn't expect to have such a lovely time here. It was a lot better than I expected especially…read moresince I got a Groupon. Ordered a two person Groupon at 9am and called for an appointment for 4pm. I asked for a man since I have some deep knots. I came in and there was a couple finishing up before me and two people walked in trying to get one. It was a Saturday. The gentleman didn't speak much English but we were able to communicate enough. The massage lasted a hour. Hot stones. Warm oil. Comfortable table. They checked in on the pressure multiple times which was nice. I would most likely come back for a 30 minute massage. They have a punch card system. 10 visits and get a free massage. Parking was simple. It's in a small complex but plenty of parking.

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This is the most comfortable massage table I have ever slept on! I mean gotten a massage on!

LJ Foot Care

4.3(9 reviews)

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Lot of choices in the area, but it nice to have someone you can communicate to with in English…read more Great staff place is always clean and ready to provide exceptional service! I never feel cheated on on time.

Great place! Susan took care of me and really worked the areas I needed help with. Quiet and clean…read morewill go back!

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I had an amazing experience. It was very clean and welcoming. Nicha was very friendly and skilled…read more She went over time a bit to be thorough and checked in a few times on some stubborn knots. I will definitely be coming back

I booked a massage here yesterday and OMG, it was by far the best massage I've ever had to date!…read moreI had a 60 minute combination massage with hot stones done by Sara. I had some stiffness in my back and didn't even tell her but she knew all the places to work on. It was my first time having someone walk/step on my back and I knew right away she knew what she was doing. I needed that sooooo bad. I can't believe this place is less than 10 mins away from my house and I've never been to it until now. Five stars for everything - cleanliness, professionalism and hospitality. I will be back for sure.

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Massage A Spa

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HJ's galore. Think a trip to TJ with less English. Friendly gals. Music selection kinda sucks but…read morehey nothing makes a back rub better than an HJ

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I went here recently to address some tension in my trapezius muscles and to alleviate some general…read morethoracic pain that I was experiencing. I didn't have an appointment, as my back pain started to show itself unexpectedly. I was in need of a message, and this place just happened to have an opening. My experience was very similar to other customers. I was charged $60 for 30 minutes, and the place smelled like cigarettes. I would not recommend this place to anyone. My quest for a good masseuse continues.......... -Does anyone have any recommendations?

Massage with feet was awesome but extorted for huge tip and price of hour massage (95.00) made…read moreexperience not one I will repeat

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I come here for the third times for a good massage. This time run into Linda and paid the house $70…read morefor an hour. Linda take me into a very clean room and did a very good job on my shoulder and upper back. Which give me a good relief for my shoulder and back. I recommend this place if you are looking for a great massage.

Terrible Massage, no pressure, no effort, disrespectful and dismissive, and then demanded a tip for…read morelackluster service

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Barbara W.

6 years ago

This new shop is beautiful, clean, peaceful and friendly! Their prices are reasonable and the work is done by very experienced staff! I have had care with Amy (owner) and Kim - both do great work. There are other nail technicians there but I haven't had them yet. Their location is easy to get to and has plenty of parking. They are near SDSU between 67th and 68th St on El Cajon Blvd. They are diligent in maintaining healthy practices in line with the rules established by the government - I felt very safe here. read more

Turk T.

2 years ago

I had an amazing experience at The Wilder Nail Salon with Song! From the moment I walked in, I felt welcomed and at ease. Song is incredibly skilled and attentive to detail. She took the time to understand exactly what I wanted and the result was beyond my expectations. My nails have never looked better! The salon itself is clean, stylish, and has a relaxing atmosphere. I highly recommend Song for anyone looking for top-notch nail services. I'll definitely be back! read more

Mia R.

6 days ago

Everytime I go here I get exactly what I want! The ladies are so sweet and talented. Amy in particular always does amazing on my nails and keeps a conversation at the same time! I typically get Gel X extensions and a design. They last for weeks at time (currently up to 3!) with no damage or lifting! They also gave me a discount for being a student which I was so grateful for. Highly recommend going here! read more

San Diego G.

7 months ago

The condescending tone of the person responding is exactly the tone that was given during my visit. Circling back and changing the scenario is very unprofessional as well. Dishonesty, intelligence insulting, and rudeness are why you should #STAY #AWAY! "All" people are not welcome and/or treated the same. read more

Sofia E.

3 years ago

They are rude as F! No wonder the reviews are bad on here too. Whoever the owner is needs to check their employees, before somebody else does. read more

Alexis G.

6 years ago

New salon! It's cute, clean, and the staff are very friendly. Amy does my nails & I love her!! They've also got a great color selection!

Janae C.

107

6 years ago

Let me say FIVE STARS! Thank you Amy so much you never disappoint me your work is flawless and customer service was excellent as always!

Kendall M.

7 months ago

Super nice ladies and they did a great job! I absolutely loved my nails! Definitely coming back!

Britney G.

141

4 years ago

I had one of the best pedicures I have ever experienced today. Will be returning for another.

Matt W.

6 years ago

Two weeks at 20% off! Come visit for a great deal!

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