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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Outstanding excellence! Truly unparalleled! Tranie and her husband have been experts for 31 years,…read moreand we have been utterly blown away after our past visits, so we had to share this not-so-secret gem of a nail salon. No one else comes close to their caring, meticulous mani pedis. They communicate clearly in English and truly take pride in their immaculate work. No exaggeration. And his foot massage is above and beyond indulgent. Treat yourself--you deserve the best!

I'm so happy I came here & treated myself with a full set. From outside the shop is unassuming &…read moreinside it's cozy & clean. Parked on the street (no meters-yay!) but once inside realized there's also parking in the back so parking shouldn't be a struggle for future appts. I took advice of others & called ahead to make an appt. It was $50 for the whole set of acrylics & when asked how much additional for nail art I was informed the cost is a flat fee; ANY art I wanted would be included.Tranie herself did my nails & she was friendly, fun & patient while I went searching for Christmas designs. I'm SO happy with how they turned out! Asking how much fills are, I was told $40 (which to my cheaper side seemed highbut rationalizing they will do any art on any, or all of your nails, is super reasonable.) I will be back!

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Elite Nails & Lash

4.6(267 reviews)

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This was my second time coming here. Nancy did one of the best pedicures I've had and Lona did an…read moreamazing job on my nails. This will absolutely be my new nail place :)

This salon is very nice. The people are so nice and helpful. Vivian is my nail girl and she does…read morefabulous work. She takes the time and listens to what you want. I highly recommend her.

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Bliss Nails & Spa 2

I had a great experience at Bliss Nails & Spa 2! The salon is clean, beautiful, and very relaxing…read more Everyone was friendly and welcoming, and my nail tech took her time to make sure I was happy with my nails. My nails came out beautiful and exactly how I wanted them. Great customer service and a nice atmosphere. I'll definitely be coming back!

I had an amazing experience at Bliss 2! Lily did my gel nails, and they turned out absolutely…read morebeautiful. She paid close attention to every detail, and I couldn't be happier with the results. I also had pedicures with Sandy and Hanna, and both were fantastic. They were friendly, professional, and made the experience so relaxing. A few days later, I went back to have my nails shortened, and Kevin took great care of me. He was patient, skilled, and made sure my nails looked perfect after the adjustment. The entire team at Bliss 2 is talented, welcoming, and committed to providing excellent service. I highly recommend Bliss 2 for gel nails and pedicures. I'll definitely be coming back! Andrea Adams

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Tammy Nails & Spa

4.7(71 reviews)

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My mom loved her manicure, I adored how my GelX manicure by…read moreHannah came out. Also very happy with how my French tip Gel pedicure. Wonderful service, very kind and gentle! Will be returning

Not my usual nail salon but stopped by on 01Apr2026 morning as I was running errands in the area…read moreand was in dire need of a mani/pedi They accepted walk-ins and I was attended quickly. Typically, my mani and pedi are done simultaneously by two different ladies. However, I noticed that only one lady was working on me while 4 others just paced around and chatted with each other. At first I thought they might have other clients with appointments coming in soon, but nearly an hour passed and they were still not attending other customers. What could have been a 40 minute visit took twice as long. $65 also felt excessive for regular polish, I've gotten gel polish for that amount at other salons. Customer service was also meh - she seemed annoyed when I asked to swap out the color after testing it on one nail and didn't recommend any additional services like at other salons. What was even more frustrating was that by the evening three of my nails were already chipped! Will not be returning, don't recommend!

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My experience with Alex was amazing. Alex was kind, gentle, worked effectively and with precision,…read morehad excellent communication skill, every step of the way. Alex is an excellent artist and "nailed" my design with grace! AMAZING! I will be returning again for sure! Ellē S.

I made my appointment online as a Father's Day gift to myself. Men should prioritize self-care too!…read moreThe New Era Nails welcomes male clients. I was contacted immediately to confirm my appointment and set up my schedule over the phone. When I arrived, I was warmly greeted by the hostess. I signed in electronically and waited just a few minutes before being taken to my seat. The staff was very professional, and the entire process was detailed and efficient. I highly recommend The New Era Nails to any man looking to focus on self-care. You'll be pleasantly surprised at how great it feels! --Duke

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4.1(238 reviews)

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Don will ALWAYS be my one and only person for nails. I have never seen anyone do nails so…read moreperfect...consistently perfect. I've never had a nail lift, chip or break. He's professional, affordable and efficient as well. I've made the mistake of trying other salons that were closer, and it was a huge mistake. I lived in Otay Ranch when I first began going to him, and now I live in Menifee! I have no problem driving past thousands of nail salons, because I know I'm going to the best there is. The ladies also do great pedicures, and they don't try to upsale you...which I appreciate a lot. They also do microblading . I had my eyebrows done there and she did a great job.

I have been coming here for a few years now and they are extremely honest they never change their…read moreprice or add in any extra cost for something random like other places I've gone to I get acrylic, nails and hombre and Don is a perfectionist!!! my nails always look great and they are very affordable. I love this place. Oh yeah, and in the over two years I've been coming here my nail has only broken one time in between my 3 to 4 week fills and that's because I dropped a weight on it at the gym.

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4.3(15 reviews)

1.5 mi

Sandy is my go to person! She is detail oriented and attentive. I love coming here. She makes my…read morevisit feel special.

5 stars for AB Nails! Bernice and Ken are both great. Bernice does amazing nail designs, seriously…read more10/10. Some of the ideas I bring in seem impossible and she still makes them happen every time. The salon is smaller, which I honestly prefer because it feels more relaxed and personal. My best friend and I both come here together and they always accommodate us. One thing I really appreciate is that they do pedicures and manicures at the same time, which has been surprisingly hard to find lately. I wish I knew the name of the lady who did my pedicure because she was amazing too! Highly recommend this place.

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Peacock Nails

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If I could give Justin 10 stars I would. His attention to detail was impressive. I had a…read morecomplicated inspo pic that was probably heavily edited but he delivered and I love them. I also come in for pedicures and eyebrow wax and am always satisfied.

I booked my appointment online a week in advance for 4 PM, specifically requesting an acrylic…read moreoverlay and selecting all the necessary add-ons. While I was driving to your salon, just 10 minutes away from my 4 PM appointment, I received a call informing me that you had double-booked and needed to move my appointment to 5 PM. I arrived on time, yet I wasn't seated until 5:40 PM. As a full-time working mother, my time is incredibly valuable. What is the point of booking an appointment in advance if you cannot honor the scheduled time? This was already extremely disappointing. When I was finally seated, as expected, my nail technician seemed rushed. She had no idea what I had booked online, and I had to repeatedly remind her about the cuticle cleaning I had requested. Despite specifically booking an acrylic overlay and reiterating my preference, she proceeded with hard gel instead. By that point, I was exhausted and frustrated, and I simply wanted to get the service over with and go home rather than argue further. After nearly a two-hour delay and such a disappointing experience, I would have expected some form of service recovery, whether a discount or another gesture of goodwill. Instead, I was still charged a significant amount for a service that felt rushed and fell short of expectations. I was genuinely looking forward to having some relaxing self-care time, but instead, I left feeling frustrated, disappointed, and as though neither my time nor my preferences were respected. Please respect your clients' time and the services they specifically book. If you offer online appointments, you should be prepared to honor them and ensure your staff are aware of the services requested. This experience was unacceptable, and I hope you take this feedback seriously and make the necessary improvements.

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Bliss Nails & Spa 1

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Beautiful salon with a very clean and relaxing atmosphere. The staff is attentive, and the customer…read moreservice is excellent. One of the best nail salon experiences I've had!

Vivian is my new nail tech, and she truly never ceases to amaze me! I can literally show her a…read morePinterest photo of what I want, and she brings it to life beautifully. The last time I came in, I had no idea what I wanted, so I gave her creative freedom--and she absolutely nailed it (pun intended ). I always leave so happy after getting my nails done! Vivian is patient, kind, professional, and incredibly knowledgeable about her craft. She really listens, pays attention to detail, and makes the whole experience enjoyable. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone looking for a talented nail tech!

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4.4(223 reviews)

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We were walk-ins. They were busy with other customers, but greeted us warmly, offered snacks and…read moredrinks, and hit us situated very quickly. The individuals assigned to our care took time to ask what wanted. Show us the price list for various services and answered our questions. One thing we both loved was that there was no pressure to buy anything more than we requested. We enjoyed the massage feature on the chairs. We appreciated that they came to check if our manicures and pedicures were completely dry. We were not rushed in any way. Everything was done to make us feel welcomed and appreciated. We are definitely going back.

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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.

9 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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