Came across this salon one day when I was in the area going to tjmax. This is now going to be my go to spot! The service is great they take walk ins and my nails last for awhile even as regular polish. The space is very clean and comfortable. Need to come back to try their fun designs like cat eye. read more

Zen Nail lounge - Regular polish - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Really sad to say this salon has gone significantly downhill after being a regular customer for the past 2 years. I've always had good experiences here, which is why today was so disappointing. I came in for a gel removal, removal of 2 tips, and a regular manicure. From the beginning, the experience felt uncomfortable and unprofessional. My nail tech was not friendly or welcoming, repeatedly had to ask coworkers questions throughout my service, and seemed unsure of what was on my nails. She kept saying I had hard gel despite me explaining multiple times that it was regular gel and that I had gotten it done at this exact salon only 2 weeks ago. I've also only ever seen this particular employee doing pedicures, so the amount of uncertainty throughout the appointment made me question whether she was comfortable doing manicures. She then attempted to put gel back on my nails even after I had asked for regular polish. After I corrected that, she applied a regular base coat and stopped to have me pay before she would finish painting my nails. I paid for the manicure and removal, and then while she was finishing my polish, I was told I owed another $5 because apparently the removal I had already paid for only covered the 2 tips and not the gel. The extra $5 is not the issue at all. I'm happy to pay for the services I received. It was the poor communication and the way the entire situation was handled. Worst of all, the finished manicure reflects the experience. My nails are jagged, uneven and rough to the touch, and the polish doesn't even reach my cuticles. I left with my nails looking worse than I expected from a professional manicure. They seem to have several new employees recently, and unfortunately my last few visits have left me with the impression that some of the staff may still be learning. I completely understand that everyone has to learn, but clients should not be paying full salon prices while feeling like they are someone's practice appointment, especially without being told beforehand. After coming here consistently for 2 years, I'm genuinely disappointed to feel like I now need to find a new salon. read more

Zen Nail lounge - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I came here because a friend highly recommended this salon. I called and asked for someone who was good with shaping nails, and I was told to book with Carol. I even changed my appointment time to see her. When I checked in, the iPad showed I was with Carol, I was in fact not with Carol. The service was disappointing from start to finish. The e-file nicked two of my fingers badly enough to make them bleed. The gel polish wasn't applied evenly, and I ended up reshaping my own pinky nails when I got home because they were uneven. I also booked a specific pedicure based on what was listed on their website, only to be told their website wasn't up to date. There was no apology, no effort to make it right, and no accountability. I don't understand how people can work in customer service and not provide basic customer service when something goes wrong. After I left, I called the salon. The owner apologized and said she had texted me that Carol wouldn't be there, but she had actually texted the wrong phone number. She promised to Zelle me 20% back and said she'd call me the following week. She never called me, and she never sent the Zelle refund she promised. Overall, it wasn't just the quality of the service that was disappointing--it was the complete lack of accountability afterward. There are plenty of mediocre nail salons in Costa Mesa and Orange County that at least stand behind their work. I won't be coming back. read more

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I love Zen!! I have been coming here since June 2025 and I have never had a bad experience. I typically don't ask for a certain tech, but Carol, Jessie, and Angela always kill it with the designs! I usually get builder gel fill and it's amazing. The salon is always clean and very calming. Love this place read more

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I've been coming to this salon for about a year. I was very happy in the beginning but the last time I went a couple days ago I wasn't as happy. If you're looking for a good massage don't get Jessie. It's obvious that massage is not her specialty. She was busy talking to Bryant. The colors for the Builder gel fill and the pedicure do not match. They're close but they're not the same color. My $50 gel fill doesn't look as good as it usually does. The sides of my nails are poorly done. I've always been satisfied before but Bryant is not the guy for your Builder gel fills. He needs more experience. The salon is clean and the staff is friendly. read more

Zen Nail lounge - Poor Builder gel fill - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Absolutely in love with this set. You can tell Carol really cares about her craft. Thank you for making me feel so put together!!! Periwinkle shimmer + 3D butterflies + crystal French tips !! Soft, sparkly, and giving fairy princess energy. Ask for Carol read more

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It was my first time here and wow I would definitely recommend, walking in they make you feel comfortable, quick and kind. Clean and simple environment Today LEE did my pedicure. She was real gentle and listened to what I had to say, she helped fix past trauma I had on my nails from previous salons. And no judgement felt! read more

First time here and such a wonderful experience. Thank you Linda, and new member "Wynn" for being so sweet and friendly & amazing treatment. Smelled great, very clean. Also, pricing was very reasonable. I can't wait to go back! read more

Zen Nail lounge - Gel manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

I used to come here when they first opened and loved it - it has dramatically gone downhill and now its so expensive for very poor work. The nail tech seemed very irritated and unhappy to be there. Do not recommend this salon at all! Also please pay attention to what you are being charged for - Apparently if your nails are this length, they will charge $10 extra and when I asked her why I was getting charged for that amount for a tip that I did not consent to, she tried telling me it was for the tip of my nails.. I'm not stupid. read more

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I have been a regular customer but I have to say I had pedicure like 2 weeks ago and the lady didnt do a good job taking my ingrown nails out. I still have pain in my toes. Today I had my builder gel fill done after 2 weeks, they charged $25 for design on my nails. I DO HONESTLY BELIEVE THATS A LOT FOR A VERY SIMPLE DESIGN. . read more

Love this place! The quality of the service, their talent go for all your nail needs :) read more

Zen Nail lounge - Gel X - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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I had such a wonderful experience at this nail salon! From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with warm smiles and a relaxing atmosphere. The space was spotless, beautifully organized, and felt both welcoming and professional. My nail technician Carol was incredibly attentive and detail-oriented. They took their time to make sure every nail was shaped perfectly and the polish application was flawless. I especially appreciated how gentle and precise they were throughout the entire process. The final result exceeded my expectations -- my nails look absolutely stunning and have received so many compliments! read more

Kathy is amazingly talented! She did the exact design I wanted on this Gel-X set and even stayed late to ensure my nails were perfect. Due to the complex design, and previous gel-x removal, it was $112 (not including tip), but it was so worth it in my opinion. I'll definitely be back! read more

Zen Nail lounge - Stunning Gel-X nails done by Kathy! - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Love this place. I usually get gel builder every 3-4 weeks, and I'm always so impressed with the results. I've never had any lifting or chips, and given how brutally hard I am on my nails, I'd expect something to happen to them in a 3-4 week period - but nope! I also love how they always take the time to smooth out the cuticle area; so as my nails grow out, there's no noticeable line between the gel builder and my natural nails, making it look seamless and polished - just like regular gel polish (but wayyy more durable)! Unlike other salons, if you have a specific look in mind, you can trust them to bring it to life. And more importantly, they are super open to feedback. If something looks crooked or you want your nails shorter, maybe the gel doesn't look right or the artwork....you can communicate that to them without worrying about any negative attitudes. They genuinely want you to leave happy, which makes such a difference compared to all the other places I've been in this area. It's unlikely you'll have a mishap but sometimes they happen and if they do, you can feel comfortable going back in and asking them to fix it! Recently, I noticed a small bubble in my toe polish the day after my appointment. I had to rush back as I was heading out of town (literally) and, despite being busy, they quickly fixed it for me without any fuss. I was in and out in 10-15 minutes. Honestly, given my stress level at the time, their professional and friendly demeanor was refreshing. They're empathetic and they truly want you to be happy with the services you paid for. Oh.....and if you're a runner, they know how to do a proper "runner" pedicure. Just mention you run a lot and often lose toenails, and they'll understand the care your feet need to avoid losing more. Highly recommend. The end. :) (They also have the best channels on all of their screens. I find myself mesmerized every time I go in). read more

It was my Grandma and I's first time. Service was great. Staff was friendly. Both manicure and pedicure turned out better than expected! I recommend Tina for your gel manicure and Katie for your gel pedicure. My Grandma said Kim did a great job on her pedicure as well! Everyone was very attentive and focused greatly on detail. read more

I really wanted to love this place, but unfortunately, after today, I will not be returning. Today was my 3rd time visiting this nail salon. On my previous visits, I can say I left happy with my services. This visit was the complete opposite!! I honestly thought I was in the wrong salon because the techs did a horrible job. I spent $124 on services, and I left a 15% tip out of grace, but a tip wasn't deserved. Once we got in the car and compared our results, I was very disappointed. Over $140+ to get sloppy results is unacceptable. My daughter got a deluxe pedicure that was done faster than my express pedicure, but we ended with the same atrocious results. Our nails are unevenly filed, polish was streaky, grainy, and had bubbles in it. Some parts of my nails didn't even have polish on them! I could have executed our services with better results, and I'm not a licensed nail technician. The most infuriating thing wasn't even my services. I don't speak the nail technician's language, but it's unprofessional when staff speaks about a customer. A customer was checking out, and I overhead her asking a question about her services. The tech answered, the customer left, and then the tech started stomping around and commenting about the customer that left. Extremely rude!! Body language is universal, I don't need a translator to interpret what was being said. During my previous visits, the owner was there, and this time, there was no owner. I guess you only get decent service when she's supervising. read more

Zen Nail lounge - Horrible finish. Streaky and grainy to the touch. Not a clean execution. - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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PHENOMENAL ALL AROUND EXPERIENCE!!! They deserve the highest ratings possible. Talk about the most genuine, friendliest, attentive, incredible nail technicians (Angela and Le) and owner/manager I've ever come across in all my 20 years of getting my nails done. From the shaping of nails and patience/attention to detail blew my mind. I accidentally stumbled upon this place because my kiddos wanted to go to the nearby Chuck E Cheese. I was about to give up on coming here because of the difficult parking situation in the plaza but I'm truly glad the effort definitely paid off. I live in HB and plan to live in Seal Beach soon but I'm definitely going to consider the drive to come to this place for future appointments. You definitely won't regret it!! You can tell these people take their jobs seriously and love what they do. read more

Just visited for the first time, Nancy was my manicurist, and I'm in love with the service and my gel nail manicure. I WOULD DEFFITNATLY go back again! The atmosphere was clean The service was quick read more

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Amazing job and amazing customer service everyone is super nice I love getting my nails done here read more

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I've come here 3 or 4 times now and it's officially my new nail salon. I've gotten the deluxe pedicure and either a full acrylic set or fill each time and I'm always happy with the shape (I'm kinda picky) lol. The women also go out of there way to make sure you're comfortable, attended to and happy with the results which I appreciate because I'm a people pleaser and am always afraid of being "rude". The aesthetic is also clean, bright and modern which is my thing! If you're trying to decide where to go, definitely stop by here! I'll post my latest set - short isn't my usual go but they made sure it was exactly what I wanted because I was a bit hesitant read more

Zen Nail lounge - Full acrylic gel set - short and rounded - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Had my nails done by Courtney and she did a phenomenal job! I love the way my nails came out. read more

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I had a gel mani and deluxe pedicure here yesterday. I was coming from a nearby shop where the tech never showed. I drove from 30 minutes away so I wanted to stay in the area. The employees at Zen are really friendly and clean. They helped me find colors I was looking for. Unfortunately I'm not satisfied with my nails. After one day my gel polish has chipped. My pedicure was enjoyable but my nails were cut so short and crooked. I'm leaving for vacation soon so I'm really disappointed. I guess moving forward I'll need to say exactly how I want things done. read more

Poor quality on the pedicure and looks sloppy. Was not happy with the service. Would not come back again.

I've been coming here since opening day and today was my last time. Customer service here used to be great. Unfortunately I had a disappointing experience due to the customer service provided by Kayla. She has a very dismissive attitude and she's extremely rude. I would avoid her at all cost!! read more

I walked in for a mani pedi. Had a gel color in mind. They nailed it!! Ended up getting gel builder that was recommended as I had damaged nails due to a prior acrylic job (not them, another place). Loved my nails, loved the recommendations, loved my pedicure. Would recommend and will be back. Oh and saw across from me someone getting Gel X nails and WOW!! That's next!! read more

Zen Nail lounge - Color I wanted...she nailed it! - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

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This was my first time visiting the salon and I honestly appreciated the kindness in their service. Carol did an amazing job with the french tips! Definitely coming back. read more

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Really lovely salon with friendly employees, but sadly one of the worst manicures I've gotten. My nails were filed unevenly and there is a large gap between my cuticles and where the polish starts. There are also bubbles in the polish and it chipped quickly. I'm disappointed because the experience was great but ultimately I need a manicure that will last. read more

I had a very poor pedicure experience with this place yesterday. The pedicurist filed too roughly and left me with 2 cuts and my toe is still in pain the next day. She failed to consider my request to shape the toenail as a square and she continued to file the sides. Another nail technician walking by had to advise her on how to do things. I suggest the business not take clients who they can't work on, or ask the client to wait until someone with more experience can provide the service. read more

I'm so happy I found this place! I have to keep my nails pretty basic for work, but what drew me in was all the nail art on there yelp page. It's hard to find a place that can do builder gel, hard gel or soft gel. They offer that, plus acrylic and I think they even offer dip powders. This is my new go to nail salon. They did such a good job of cleaning up my nails and my cuticles. The salon was very clean and the chairs were very comfortable. read more

Zen Nail lounge - Bubble Bath + Put it in Neutral layered gel color over hard gel fill. - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Came here for the first time yesterday for Gel x and I'm very happy with the results! Carol did a great job! I told her how I wanted my nails to look and she did them exactly how I requested. She was very friendly and took her time to make sure they came out right. The salon is very clean and the staff is also friendly and accommodating. So many colors to choose from as well! Definitely will be going back! read more

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Super cute new nail salon!! Super clean and fun vibe with friendly workers! Great location! Can't wait to come back and they have a discount now since they just opened! read more

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Loved the place, very clean so many color options, welcoming I made an appointment with my niece and as soon as we walked in they offered us something to drink, the ladies that did my mani and pedicure were very sweet did a good job. read more

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My first time here, I brought my mom and we had a wonderful experience! Brenda did such an amazing job, I love the design and will definitely be back! read more

Zen Nail lounge - French Gel-X nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

they rush their services. Came in 20 minds before closing. no one wanted to assist me. will not be back no recommend my employees anymore. bad service. read more

My favorite nail salon I've been to. Always using fresh tools and it's very clean. Friendly staff and the owner is incredibly accommodating. My nails always look absolutely perfect. I am one of those people who usually gets stressed out by getting my nails done (perfectionist) but every nail tech is incredibly detailed and I've loved every set. read more

Zen Nail lounge - Dip powder manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

My new favorite place even though I'm coming from sgv! I'm a very picky person when it comes to who and where does my nails. Everything was very clean and sanitized. Brenda was the one who did my nails. She did an amazing job! Very friendly and gentle. I'm definitely coming back! read more

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10/10 My new nail salon. So happy I found this gem! The shop is very clean and overall a vibe. Everyone is super friendly and nice. They offer you sparkling or still water which is very kind. I'm obsessed with my nails and have received so many compliments!! read more

Zen Nail lounge - Gel X French Tip - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Was looking for a new nail salon and so far I have had a good experience here. The ladies are super nice and no broken nails and great designs read more

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BRENDA WAS AMAZING SHE KILLED MY SIMPLE CLASSY CHRISTMAS NAILS ! Builder Gel is a favorite !! She pays very close attention to detail and continues to ask if I like the design prior to adding top coat! She is a rare find and will Definitely come back with family and friends !! read more

Zen Nail lounge - Brenda's art piece - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

My first time here and I had such an amazing experience! They do great work and the salon itself is very beautiful. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Zen Nail lounge - Chrome pink nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Costa Mesa, California