-fast responses with appointment making -fair pricing -high quality work Would happily return to this salon! read more

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The experience was really disappointing. I picked a chrome color for my pedicure, but after they applied the chrome base coat, the nail tech suddenly told me the chrome powder jar was empty. Honestly, I didn't really like any of the other options, but since the base was already done, I felt pressured to just pick something. I ended up leaving the salon with a color I don't even like, which felt awful. Chrome is already an extra $20 service, yet they still charged me full price despite not being able to provide the color I originally chose. The whole experience left me feeling really frustrated and disappointed. read more

I made an appointment two days before my requested date for builder gel and a pedicure. My original appointment time was 1:45. They texted me the day before to push it to 1:30. The day OF less than an hour before my new appt time and pushed it an hour. Ok fine whatever Lisa is (I'm assuming) the owner and the receptionist interrupted three times to ask what they should tell customers throughout my appointment. She immediately told me we couldn't do builder gel because my nails were too short. Okay, I'll keep being flexible. I had chosen a design and showed.explained it to Lisa. She expressed that one of the colors I chose might be too sheer for the intended purpose, which was correct. I asked her to help me find an alternative that was lighter than the example picture. She brought me a few colors that were continuously darker. I decided to go with a solid color instead of the design I came in wanting. One of the other employees made a comment in Vietnamese that I was being difficult with my color selections. I did not engage. This did put me off vibewise though that they were busy enough to push peoples appointments, but that I couldn't ask for what I wanted to pay for. I then canceled my pedicure. Overall, the gel-x nails we did instead look nice and the price ($70) is pretty fair for the surrounding areas. I was just disappointed in the way I kept feeling put off as a paying customer. I fully recognize this is a first world problem, but it was frustrating nonetheless. read more

5 stars for Jasmine the owner. She is a pro but hard to get an appointment with. 0 stars for Ruby the nail hacker who ruined my toe nails causing a split down the middle that is still healing after 6 months. That never happened in the 5 years prior that I was going to this salon. She also then proceeded to shave down my finger nails sides and top to where they became paper thin vampire looking nails. The gel-X that she applied also started peeling on 3 of my nails within a couple of days of my this disaster manicure. Once again this never happened in the 5 years I'd been going to this salon as a regular customer. I will not be returning. I didn't want to say anything because I really like the owner but it's been a few weeks and I am still so angry about what Ruby did to my nails. read more

the quality of work is fantastic, however make sure to make an appointment, they do take their time. They have a tv playing kpop all day so to me its lit read more

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Absolutely love this place! The quality is amazing! I love coming here they are so talented! read more

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I believe ownership has changed- as this place used to be called Emoji nails. I made an appt today and was on time. They were very over booked. All the chairs were taken, and all the employees were just starting to work on someone. There was an employee with orange/ pink hair that just kept rolling her eyes when I asked how long the wait would be since I had made an appt. And i was on time. Everyone was really rude . The vibe was terrible. read more

The woman who did my pedicure was very nice and it seemed like it was going to be a great pedicure as she did the trimming, filing, etc. Unfortunately, they accepted an appointment from me a little over an hour before closing, and so it felt very rushed. She didn't apply the polish all the way to the edges of my nails, and the layers were also pretty thick. My big toe also has a spot where the polish must've bubbled. I hate to leave a subpar review, but that was my experience unfortunately. read more

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This place was really nice. Jasmine was super sweet and did a great job with my builder gel manicure! I love how it turned out. It's on the pricey end, but will probably be back! read more

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Omgosh... Let me start off by saying I'm so excited with this new set of nails done by Jasmine at Y2K nails today. Not only is the salon clean and fresh everyone was very very polite. I had a specific look in mind and I described it to Jasmine and she put that look on my nails. Thank you Jasmine read more

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At Y2K Nails located on South Arroyo Parkway my friend and I got a detailed, careful nail trim, cuticle and callus pedicure with classic polish by nail technician Myna after a foot soak in a tub of warm water. Nail technicians Vicky & Jasmine removed our old polish, trimmed our finger nails, filed edges smooth, rubbed lotion on our hands/wrist ls. and finished with a basic polish color of our choice. The salon's interior is a clean white & pink with background music playing giving it a young, pop modern vibe . While waiting for the the polish to dry you can set the massage chair to work. The massage chairs are comfortable and have many settings for the user to select based on height, back area to massage, massage type action. At our 11 AM appointment time on a Tuesday, the small parking lot had only two spaces open and none when we left at 1 PM. The salon accepts payment by credit card or Venmo. read more

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I stumbled upon Y2K while eating Thai next-door and I'm so glad that I did. My first visit I went in for a gel overlay with a simple design, and I was pleasantly surprised. My second visit I got a gel overlay and a pedicure. It was the best pedicure that I have ever had!! Mai did my pedicure and she did not disappoint -- she was so thorough. Jasmine did my nails and she is definitely an expert at what she does. The salon is welcoming, and I appreciate that it's nice and clean and organized. It has a girly theme which is cute. I can't wait for my next appointment in two weeks! read more

I showed Vicky a picture of a lavender cloud type of design and she really delivered. I got gel with design on bare nails, so no removal needed. What I really appreciated was the nail prep. I had really dry nails and some skin peeling on the side of my nail beds. It was looking a bit rough but she carefully cut the rough parts out and really smoothed it out. read more

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Service is amazing and love what I had done. The pedicure is sooo good and was pleased with my nails. Love the friendliness of the staff

I'm sad to write this review because I actually wanted to like them. I might give them another try in the future but today's experience was frustrating. I made an appointment to come in at 2. I arrived at the shop around 1:50 and was seated immediately. The lady starts on my nails and within a few minutes, another client comes in. This new client requested for a dip manicure. Another nail tech took this client and got started. After a few minutes, my nail lady said she has to swap with the other nail lady because the other one doesn't know how to do dip mani. Okay, sure! This new nail lady starts on my nails. Meanwhile, another client walks in, and they told her to come back at 2:30. ANOTHER client comes in and says she also has a 2pm appointment for a pedi and gel mani. They ask her to sit down at the spa chair. At this point, it is very obvious that they are overbooked. 3 nail techs with 5 clients. The second lady who was doing my gel removal was so rough and was in such a rush. She also grabbed my stuff and asked to move me to a massage chair because they need more time. I'm now sitting on this chair and watched them start and finish other clients after me even though I got there before them. I was at the salon from 1:50 til about 3:40? My whole experience should have only been an hour.. 1.5 hours max. My nails came out okay. I couldn't ask for any more modifications because I needed to leave. The nail tech also cut my skin and I was bleeding. Anyway, please don't over book or please hire more experienced nail techs. read more

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My manicure and pedicure came out exactly how I expected. Mina and Kim helped me. Thank you for doing my nails exactly how I wanted! read more

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I came here for a pedicure and it was awesome. The team here are very nice and professional , and the place is clean and put together. I loved the service and I would definitely recommend this place. read more

100% would recommend. I came in with old messed up set of nail and Krystal truly worked her magic. She did an amazing job. Everything I wanted and more. I have to say it's truly a piece of art what they do and that salon. Worth every penny I have found my new nail salon, and I am more than excited about it. Thank you Thank you read more

Y2K Nails - Nail Technicians Near Me - Pasadena, California

My go-to nail salon! They do a consistently amazing job every time I go! They have a wide array of gel colors to choose from, including jelly, sparkle, and I think they have cat eye. The artists are very kind and quiet, and the environment is inviting and calm. read more

Krystal always does an amazing job on my nails. I come in with an idea, and she brings it to life and even makes it better than what I had planned! I recently discovered Y2k Nails and have been coming back consistently since! 100000/10 recommend and book with Krystal! read more

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Absolutely in love!! This is my second time going to Y2K Nails, and after the first visit I knew I had found my "local nail place" and the second visit just reaffirmed it. I got my nails done by Jasmine, who is so kind, friendly, and really listens and executes your vision beautifully. These nails were for my baby shower, and she did such a wonderful job, including adding a bumblebee (completely her idea) to add to my garden theme! The business is clean, welcoming, replies quickly, and everyone is so polite. Positive experiences all around :) read more

Y2K Nails - Nails done by Jasmine - Nail Technicians Near Me - Pasadena, California

I visited Y2K Nails hoping for a nice gel mani before vacation. Nina was friendly, but the experience wasn't ideal. I chose the salon based on sample images that showed attention to detail and clean design work, but that wasn't the case for me. I asked for a short almond shape, but was told my nails were too short, so we went with round. The shaping ended up rough and uneven, with little effort to match both hands. The nail prep also wasn't great. My cuticles look very dry, there's polish on my skin, and the edges aren't clean. The polka dots aren't consistent -- they vary in size, spacing, and some are even missing. I know nail art can be challenging, but she was doing them so quickly and immediately after asking me to check, she was already talking under her breath, so I felt uncomfortable after asking her to fix a few. Overall, it was an okay experience. But, I won't be returning or recommending the salon. read more

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I've been going here for awhile now for pedicures. Great service and always very fast responsive when making appointments! Past few times Tifany and Mina helped me. Great work. Definitely coming back soon as well! They also have a summer happy hour sale going on too for weekday afternoons! Interior is great and clean. The parking lot is a bit small though. So maybe have to find street parking. read more

First time of many! Loved my gel X nails. Great service, i will be coming back soon for pedicure next time. read more

I got gel x and my nails came out nice but they reuse old nail files not okay had to ask the lady to get new ones like 4 times. Used like other peoples nail file I have noticed that where they where drilling my cuticle there is like rings of them drilling to much read more

Thank you for your response. I would like to clarify a few points from my perspective. Yes, the appointment was booked with Jasmine for a manicure. However, my concern was not simply about technician assignment, but about how the situation was handled once I arrived. Being 10 minutes late without any apology or acknowledgment set the tone for the visit. When I requested to have one technician for both services, my request was polite and based on consistency of work, not refusal of service. What was most uncomfortable for me was the irritated tone used in response, rather than the policy itself. Policies can be explained professionally; attitude cannot be excused by policy. Regarding the pedicure, my concern was not about age or language, but about safety and attentiveness, as the technician appeared to be repeatedly nodding off during the service. This understandably made me uncomfortable as a client. Lastly, while technicians are free to communicate after completing services, laughing and using phones in front of the only customer present did not feel professional or respectful. My review reflects my personal experience, not a misunderstanding. I respect that businesses have policies, and customers also have the right to share honest feedback about how those policies are communicated and how they are treated. read more

It was my first time at this nail salon and I have to say I had an amazing experience. I have been chatting with Kim prior to my appointment about the type of nail designs I wanted to do. She exceeded my expectations and killed my nails. I've never gotten any major design work so I was shocked when she gave me exactly what I showed her. I will definitely be returning for another design set. I highly recommend this place. And the salon is so cute! read more

Y2K Nails - Kim knows how to file! - Nail Technicians Near Me - Pasadena, California

Jasmine was able to schedule me last minute today on the 4th of July. Super Plus for fitting me in on a holiday. Came in and the shop is super clean and relaxing. I came in for a gel manicure and regular pedicure and Jasmine spent so much time and detail on cleaning up my old gel manicure and making it look amazing. I will definitely be back and will schedule Jasmine again for my gel manicure and pedicure. On the next visit will ask Jasmine to do the nail art with my manicure. read more

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I absolutely recommend Y2k Nails if you are picky with getting your nails properly done!! This is my second time came here and I had a wonderful experience. I got a pedi & gelx with Travis, he is my go to person in getting perfectly done nails! and believe me i tried lots of places before i landed with him The place is clean, zen and they have the nicest selection of brands/colors to choose from. I will definitely be coming back. read more

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This salon hair great colors and extremely nice technicians. I enjoyed a peaceful time have these services. The technicians are very good at their jobs ! Glad I discovered them. Very clean facility! read more

Y2K Nails - Sea green blue for July - Nail Technicians Near Me - Pasadena, California

Vicky is amazing!! Every single time. I'm very picky about my nails and she nails it (pun intended) consistently. I won't go anywhere else.

Crystal took me in as a late appointment and I was very thankful for her patience and service! I asked and she delivered the exact style I wanted. The place is so beautiful and everyone here is very kind definitely coming back again! read more

Y2K Nails - Gel x nails with crystal - Nail Technicians Near Me - Pasadena, California

i called at around 2:40pm for a 3:30pm appt for mani (gel) and pedi (basic) for one person. we got to the shop 3:35pm bc it started raining, still our bad. my partner told me after that she felt like her services were rushed :/ it's a bit frustrating to hear bc i could indeed confirmed the services were rushed since i heard the tech saying it in Vietnamese, how she wants to close up and leave already, while she was doing my partner's pedicure. i didnt say anything obviously, as long as the service is done well (it wasnt the best) all we have to say is, next time just say "no, we're booked" we'd happily book the next day or something. we'd rather receive a service we deserve than a rushed one read more

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Came in today after finding availability crystal and Nina were awesome. Super thorough love the gold crome detail!!! read more

Y2K Nails - Came in after finding this place today. Crystal and Nina were awesome, super thorough, love the gold chrome. - Nail Technicians Near Me - Pasadena, California

I got Gel X cat eye nails done in a purplish blue color, and they turned out exactly how I wanted--so cute! The design looks amazing, and the staff was so detailed and friendly. Highly recommend for anyone who wants adorable nails! read more

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Always so clean, usually room for a walk in, fast and really amazing service. I always love my nails read more

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Amazing customer service and such a beautiful selection of colors and brands. First time I felt they really did an excellent job start to finish. So happy with my results! Very calming and zen experience read more

Jasmine is absolutely wonderful! She always brings my ideas to life and makes my nails look amazing. I just got a fill on my hard gel overlay, and it turned out great! One thing I loved about today's appointment was how she took the time to share her skills with another technician--such a lovely gesture! The salon is always so clean and welcoming, too. I can't recommend this place enough! read more

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This is the best nail salon I've ever been to! My nail tech is Jasmine and I regularly go here to get my manicure and sometimes pedicure. I bring my whole family sometimes!! Cute, clean environment, and everyone is super nice and listens to what you want! Really awesome designs, you can just pull up a picture! And you can combine different colors for layering effects! My nails have never been healthier, and I get gel builder every time! Good prices for amazing service!!! Go here!! read more

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Amazing, Kim did my nails really good! I showed her a picture of what I wanted and she did exactly how I wanted it! She's very patient and is really nice! read more

Y2K Nails - Nail Technicians Near Me - Pasadena, California