Top Reviews about 19 Nail Salons in San Jose, CA

Alvarez Daisy (4oh8mommy) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I absolutely love getting my nails done by Hanna! She is incredibly talented, detail-oriented, and always make sure my nails look perfect. The atmosphere is always welcoming, and the staff goes above and beyond to make sure I’m happy with the results. Whether it’s a simple manicure or a more intricate design, they never disappoint. My nails last for weeks, and I always get so many compliments! If you’re looking for a skilled and professional nail tech, I highly recommend Hanna For pedicures I usually go with whoever is available, never had an issue… my feet always feel pampered and look cute

Reka Kovacs I can’t say enough good things about Jackie and Hanna at Nails 4 You & Spa! My friend actually found this place about three years ago, and we’ve been loyal clients ever since. From the very first visit, we knew we’d struck gold. Jackie and Hanna are both so talented and welcoming, and they make the entire experience feel special every single time. Jackie is incredibly skilled and creative—she somehow knows exactly what I want every time, even if I come in with the weirdest idea. Her attention to detail is amazing, and my nails always come out looking flawless and exactly how I imagined, if not better. It’s clear that she genuinely loves what she does, and that passion shows in her work. Hanna is just as wonderful! She has such a warm personality and makes sure you feel totally relaxed and taken care of. She remembers little details about our lives, and it feels like catching up with a friend every time we go. What’s also fantastic is that the prices here are super reasonable, especially for the quality of work you’re getting. It’s not easy to find a place that combines top-notch skill, a welcoming atmosphere, and affordability, but Jackie and Hanna have nailed it! Plus, they’re really flexible with scheduling, and you can usually book an appointment on the same day, which is such a lifesaver when you have a busy week. If you’re looking for a spot where you’ll get amazing nails and feel right at home, this is it. Jackie and Hanna have turned Nails 4 You & Spa into a hidden gem that I’m so happy we found. I honestly can’t imagine going anywhere else!

Deborah Pineda I had an amazing experience! The service was top-notch, and my nails turned out absolutely stunning. Im thrilled with the results!

Isabel Youngs I love this place so much they have always been so sweet to me and done Ana amazing job!! Sandy is very talented and does my nails every time!!!

Desiree Petree Came in for a fill. Left with this ridiculous mess. Being this is their specialty and profession, Id expect to be warned that not removing the type would wreck my set to just start over. Instead I pay $40 for this. Nice people, Im sure is great when she starts fresh. But look at my nails. Its embarrassing

Karen Dippel Its always easy to schedule an appointment and the service is top notch. I have been coming here for years and the quality of service is consistently great—way better than other places Ive been. I always leave happy after my pedicure, manicure and waxing. I highly recommend!

Tina My all time favorite nail salon! I’ve been going to Julie for all my nail needs. No one I trust with my nails as her! I love crisp French tip nails and she always delivers! Julie is patient and makes sure the customer leaves happy! The store is nice and clean, which is a big deal for me. The staff is also friendly! I love how attentive the staff are.

selinnilesy What I showed them vs what I got. Been here 3 times. Manager of technicians is also the cashier of the place, and she is a bit meh. The problem was that I did not know my design needed a transparent base, but they did not prefer to fix it either. My technician was Maddy and she was always nice and hardworking. However she does not communicate well, for example when selecting the base color for the dip ombre. I paid a full charge and left unhappy and they were aware.

Wheres Tawny This is THE pedicure spot in my humble opinion. I always get the deluxe and not many places will do hot stone massage with every pedicure package, but this place does that. My deluxe also comes with paraffin wax & massage. They even serve complimentary beverages like tea, coffee, water, and sparkling water. The workers don’t have ful blown conversations in their native language like many other places, which I appreciate (I’m Vietnamese, so I understand it all, but I’m just speaking up for my other girlies). So this is definitely a relaxing vibe kind of place. It’s usually very quiet when I go even with the salon chairs all filled. If you do come here please say hi to Julie the manager there, she’s the best!

Rosa Castaneda Sophia is the very best. Every time I give her pictures of crazy off-the-wall design every time satisfied with the detail to art. She is great with my daughter as well she always needs to tag along to see all her friends. All the other girls tend to her like if she’s they’re own. such a family oriented feel of a place been going here about six years plus now and I absolutely love them. They’re the best. I definitely recommend. don’t get me started on the pedicures. They’re the absolute best.

Rose Abesamis Excellent service. They welcome you with very sweet greetings. The owner is very active and hands on to whatever customer needs. However I just dont like when the owner scolds employees (in their language) in front of customers. But I know for sure that he just wanted the service to be good and with customer satisfaction. Amy is my favorite. I have been to many places but I couldnt find a good one until I met Amy. She is the reason why I chose this place. She will listen to your request and consistently good.

Sabrina Martinez First timer here and Anna was amazing, super sweet and I didn’t even have to tell her about how I like it or want it, she just knew. Sofia understand everything with just looking at a photo, I was amazed with both ladies. Will definitely be back: they didn’t make you feel uncomfortable and Super reasonable prices..

Camber Governski Wonderful service & beautiful nails! Took my cousin in for her first Pedicure and she loved it! The actual nails were stunning and I just got a normal polish manicure that turned out perfect! They have gel, acrylic (only one tech does this) and dip. Will definitely be back.

Aaradhana Sethi It’s honestly the cutest place with the most polite people there!! I was so confused with the colors, but they were so kind enough to help me and told me to take my time. They even applied the colors to show me how they would look!! Prices are good as well. They did such an amazing job!! Such a cozy place. Love it!! The name has changed, so just keep that in mind. Will be definitely be going back.

Lt Finesse Now dont get me wrong... the place was super cute and the ladies were nice and tge name is completely different then online buttttt it hasnt even been a week and I paid extra for gel and my nails are chipping .... came here from across town because of the wonderful reviews but had I had known that 4 to 5 days my nails would be chipping I wouldnt have paid extra for gel or came at all its almost like she kept going over it to fix all her mistakes

Kiele Faulk Vivian was my nail tech and she was so lovely! Absolutely love how my nails turned out, it was my first time doing gel x! I definitely will go back to refill

Mark Hassin This is our second visit to Elite Nails. As a man, it can be a bit uncomfortable going to nail salons, but the staff here are very welcoming, and the service is excellent. We had the Royal pedicure, which was an hour of pure relaxation and pampering. They treated my dad with great respect, which I really appreciated. My sister chose different colors for her gel nails and said they did an amazing job. Vivial and the owner (I forgot her name!) are both fantastic.

Shadeh The ladies at Elite Nails were so lovely when I came in! My nail tech, Vivian, was very attentive and made sure I liked how my nails were turning out every step of the way. I don’t get my nails done often and I was really happy with the way I was treated and the pricing! Will definitely continue to come back to Elite Nails and I highly recommend it!

Jyoti Dharmakumar I called and went here first my nails. She charged me $75 for nails!!! This place is a rip off! The service was ok but its ridiculously expensive compared to any other place.

Cristina Castellanos Best gel nails ever. They repaired a bad acrylic job, replacing it with gel base and gel paint on top, with a technique to ensure the painted tips were well sealed and attached to the gel base. Super gentle with my nails to ensure the least damage. Everything was super clean, and the pedicure chairs look new.

Elizabeth Shannon I have gone to this salon since it opened, and to Le and Tiffany even before that. This is a great nail salon, and the manicurists are incredible. Theyve been doing nails for decades. Their gel nails are perfect. They are friendly, polite, and efficient. I cant say enough about their skills!

Samantha Moreno Leipchack Okay so, I personally did not go to this place (thank goodness). I am writing this review for my friend who has been so distraught after her visit here. If I could ZERO star I would. My friend came in asking for a simple ombré nail. What she got was a terribly done French tip of some sort, honestly I don’t even know what it’s supposed to be. She even tried to tell the nail technician it wasn’t what she wanted and she said “I already started”. Now I’m not saying this lady isn’t a good nail tech.. I’m just saying her eyesight may be a little off or something. My friend needed these nails for her engagement shoot and now she has to cancel it because she doesn’t have time to go get them fixed. She was too nice to say anything to the lady so that’s why I’m here. I’ve attached the pictures because y’all probably think I’m over reacting till you see what I’m talking about.

Evelyn Zepeda One of the worst places Ive been to. Their customer service was very insulting. The lack of english and rude behavior has drove me away indefinitely. Not only that, but their nail polish must have been old, because the day after my last appointment, the nail polish started chipping.

Arian Khorsand DO NOT GO TO THIS PLACE!!! I AM BEGGING YOU ALL. I went their first a simply pedicure and I saw a rat nibbling on a cockroach on the corner of the building, i informed one of the staff, and she just said “it is fine”. Next up, you might be wondering how they clean their tools that they use for nails....they run them under water....this is vile and disgusting please don’t go here for your own health and safety

Anna Arsaeva I highly recommend Master Dasha and Chinara! My manicure was absolutely perfect, just what I wanted. The attention to detail and professionalism were outstanding. I’ll definitely be coming back!

Janette Wong I’ve been here a few times and am pleased with their work. I can only speak for their hard gel manicure since I do them regularly as maintenance thing It’s appointment only and in a tiny office building with ample parking since it’s healthcare and tutoring businesses mostly. The place is clean and spacious, very meticulous on the millennial pink theme. They also have a separate area/business in the same suite (room behind the manicure + pedicure stations) doing lash/brows and waxing. They’re not chatty with the clients but they are professional. They speak Russian with each other and even with my limited listening comprehension, I can tell you that they aren’t gossiping about/saying mean things about the clients (they don’t even cuss). When you get a Russian/dry manicure, the focus is on good cuticles, good nail shaping, and with hard gel, building the correct apex. I’ve had different nail techs and they are all meticulous about their basics. I’ve asked them about nail art and seen what they do on others and while they can do some basic things, fancy nail art is really a completely separate specialty. The thing you might not be used to is them manipulating your hand in different positions so they can get the product to cover your nail completely to the edges and to build up that apex. That apex is key to giving your nail extra strength as it grows. It’s not something that gets as much focus on in conventional gel manicures that simply uses gel as an all over layer of polish. Hard gel is thicker than gel polish but it’s in no way as thick as acrylic. They also offer soft gel but I have not tried that and can’t offer an opinion. They informed me it is a better option if you have thinner, flexible nails. They’ve updated their estimated time to finish a hard gel manicure because it is most definitely more than 1 hour (ie. The estimation when I first started getting these done in summer 2024). I appreciate this because even though I’m just getting my old hard gel removed and a single color done, this is NOT the kind of work you can get knocked out during a lunch break. Their prices and estimate time it takes to do basic things are listed on the booking website but if you are on a strict schedule, you need to communicate that to them and see if they can do your nail art in the time allotted Aside from the typical growth, this kind of manicure can safely stretch out to 6 weeks for me personally (and I’m not particularly careful with my hands) without the gel peeling off the nail at the edges, my nail breaking underneath it, or it cracking. My nails are normally pretty healthy and this generally just ensures that they won’t break as they grow. These are workhorse nails and is the reason I keep coming back. I think that if you understand what this kind of manicure entails and that it’s a different from conventional manicures, you can benefit a lot from it. If you’re looking more for things like lots of color options/nail art, conversation, a pampering spa experience, there are plenty of salons at different price points, within a 5 mile radius, that aren’t appointment-only that you can go to. If you want a more quiet experience and a quality manicure that lasts, this is an excellent choice

zahra anari This salon is a scam! I booked with Chinara because they shared so many good french tip nails in their instagram page presenting under her work! But she said it was her second time doing a french tip and she didn’t even want to do it accepting she is not good at it! I asked her to reschedule my appointment with someone else but she just chose to do the french tip anyway! She was so rude and nervous and unprofessional! The worst part is that she double charged me for a french tip and charged me for acrylic removal which I didn’t have any on my nails before starting her work! And it’s because she knew she wouldn’t get a tip so she decided to add extra items to my bill! I had to remove and redo my nails at another salon! See the difference in the pictures!

navreen kang I had Ping to do my manicure and Linh did my pedicure and they are absolutely amazing!!!! My service was quick and so relaxing! It’s not loud in here at all, the girls are extremely professional and they let me change my decision of my color within making me feel bad about it ! I love it here I’ll be back for sure

Cherryl Marie Dahilig Great customer service! Sophia did an excellent job on my manicure! She suggested a beautiful color for my nails that complemented my skin color. My hands are dry and my nails are dark. I can’t often wear nail polish due to my work. But Sophia made them look pretty again! Queenie did an equally great job on my pedicure and meticulously made sure my nails are on point. Price is reasonably affordable. Other places charge more but they do shitty job that lasts for only a few days. I’ll definitely come back here! They don’t rush you either! Dont forget to ask for their points system so you get discounts next time. Happy customer here!

Nancy Huynh Wow, Day Nail Bar reminded me why I love getting my nails done. Kim did an amazing job with my pedi. It was my first time doing a french tip pedi and she made it look so easy. Sophia did my gelx mani and I’m in love with the set. She was patient with me and took her time with the little details. I definitely recommend coming here for your mani/pedi needs. The staff here are great and the ambience is chill. I’ll be back!

Marne Chiccarelli Was out of town and needed an emergency gel manicure. Ann did such a great job I squeezed in a pedicure. The polish was meticulous and she even went the extra mile to add a base color so enhance the pink sparkles I chose. Massage was amazing and I left feeling refreshed after being on my feet all day.

Jen D This is honestly the best nail salon around! Ive moved 3 times in the last 2 years and even though I live an hour away this will always be my go to spot to get the best quality nails. My normal technician is Lilly and she does an absolutely beautiful job every time. Yesterday I had the pleasure of having my nails done by Trinh who typically does my daughters nails. She is a true artist! She did a very detailed amazing job on my nails! The design and shape are always perfect with these ladies. I also must add that these nails do not break easily. Ive been to many nail salons where just a day or two later my nails have popped off. In the last several years I cant think of a single time Ive broken a nail less than 2 weeks after getting them done.

Ally Hikido I loved my manicure from Shelly. I gave her creative freedom and she didn’t disappoint. Love the Halloween theme ♥️. Definitely will keep coming back!

What is going oOn Nice group of girls. Let them know what you want, theyll assess and do. Not expensive. They do a beautiful job and at the best price. Come and support and get your nails done here, you wont regret it. My mom comes all the time, shes been coming here for years and shes a picky lady, but she loves it here.

Sandra Paez This is my first time getting a manicure and they gave me EXACTLY what I was looking for! Ive neglected my nail care and both my hand and foot nails/skin were in pretty rough shape. I got a gel pedicure and gel manicure w/ nail extension. For $100 I got: - foot soak (pedicure) -foot exfoliation (pedicure) -cuticle care(pedicure) -nail clipping + shaping (pedicure) -foot and calf massage (pedicure) -hot stone massage (pedicure) -cuticle oil (pedicure) -gel nail polish (pedicure) -nail extension (manicure) -cuticle care(manicure) -nail shaping (manicure) -gel nail polish (manicure) -cuticle oil (manicure) I cant believe how nice my nails look now! The extensions look so natural that my family didnt realize I had nail extensions. Note: The nail color is more rose-gold/copper IRL but it looks more gold in pictures.

Jetzemani Diaz Villalobos BEST NAIL SALON I HAVE BEEN TO!!! The first time I came to their salon was the day before my wedding. I had an appointment with another salon but they cancelled on me last minute and I was devastated as I live in Reno, Nevada and I panicked not knowing any other salons. I called Venice explaining my situation and they let me come in immediately. They even let 4 of my bridesmaids get their nails done with me! I had such a beautiful and relaxing experience that day and I loved how they got all our nails exactly like we wanted them. Ive gone 3 more times and every single time Ive gone they have made me feel like a goddess! I definitely recommend Lee for acrylics and designs as she loves to take her time and makes sure they are perfectly how you want them before walking out but then again all the other ladies have been spectacular. I cant wait to go back!!!!!

Lili Ghazian I’ve been going to [Lamour Nails Spa regularly, and they never disappoint. The staff is friendly, attentive, and always make sure you’re comfortable. They do a great job, with careful attention to detail, and the results are consistently impressive. The salon is welcoming, making it a relaxing place to unwind. I highly recommend them.

Phuong Nguyen I needed my nails done for a party and was recommended to Lamour Nails Spa. The staff there were very friendly, Sally did my nails and Ann did my pedicure, it was amazing. I will definitely be back and recommend everyone to come here

Ginger Rose Loveeeee them! I decided to try them after I became unhappy with the place I went before and will never go anywhere else! Helen always does an amazing job on my nails pays extra attention to shaping which I love, and can do any design I show her. And sally gives the best pedicure I’ve ever had! She can get your ingrown without too much pain and gives the besssssst massage!

Ash Ster This place is great! I did a gel mai pedicure color change for spring. Owner is friendly and personable. All nail stylists are good and friendly. Definitely recommended to go here and would come back! Price is reasonable. I like their decor. It’s girly which I like.

Ashley Sterlekar I have been here a couple of times. The owner is very nice and personable. All the technicians are very good. Price is reasonable. I would definitely come back again. Did a spring/easter gel mani and pedi. Place has cute decorations and lot of pink which I love.

Amanda Nguyen Ive been going to Tram for a few years and Im so happy she was able to get her own salon. Shes such a hard worker and great mentor to other nail techs. The other nail techs are super sweet and use a lot of the products Tram uses. They use all new nail filers each time and it feels so clean. I love how its located in a safe parking lot also. There may be a wait with walk ins, so I recommend booking an appointment. Also be patient if you have an appointment as each nail tech takes their time to leave clients happy. You won’t be disappointed. Price point depends on what you request. I can spend under 100 to near 200 each time, but it lasts me 4-5 week before my next fill.

Beth Willers The owner, Lee, is impeccable at her craft. The place is actually CLEAN (why are nail salons always so half a** clean or straight up nasty af?) and nice. A great selection of colors and products. And she’s so darn good she got me to try new things. I am in LOVE with my nails. Set stays on strong. Exceptional pink and whites (a dying skill) and just a great human. I also love the pedi and waxing services. Quality chairs. 5 in a row, so totally could bring a friend. Also a very clean wax room and I’m always impressed how clean she is. Go here. Support a local legend in the making. You’ll be so happy you did.

Liz Johnson WOW! I have very sensitive skin as well thin nails. Lee was fantastic. You never have to worry about a nick or scratch to your cuticles or skin and her work product is flawless. She also uses quality products. This is a small business off the Lincoln main drag. I am changing nail salons and will use this salon from now on.

Amanda McCarty Great little new nail spot in downtown Willow Glen! The owner Lee did my pedicure and it was honestly wonderful! Great foot message and lots of care. They just opened two weeks ago so very easy to walk in. I am walking distance but it’s helpful to know there is a parking lot out front which is unique to the other places on Lincoln.

Christine Zeyen I absolutely love coming to the 4 Seasons Spa! I have been coming here to get my nails done for 5 years now. The ladies are all very personable and sweet. The spa is clean and well cared for, and they update their chairs/technology consistently. Highly recommend!

Tiffany Ortolano The owner is so polite and always makes sure you are taken care of and happy with the service. I’ve been coming here for over a year now. My whole family gets Pedicures here. Vivian is so sweet and always does a great job. The other techs are also very attentive to your needs as well. Highly recommend! I’ve tried other places before choosing this one. I haven’t been disappointed.

Jules Riviello I have been putting this review off for over a year, but since seeing other experiences, I have to share. The last time I even had my nails done was here and it scarred me so badly that I haven’t had my nails done. I was asked if I wanted a design or not for my full set and I said no, only to be paired with someone who clearly did not know what they were doing. Clumpy acrylic, bleeding cuticles, the works. I followed the owner from Bella Donna in Willow Glenn to here, only to find that more customers and lower value were the common theme. My full set was uneven and came off within a week. My gel pedicure peeled up within 5 days. I contacted the owner and never heard back after what I thought was a long standing relationship. I now trust no nail salons and do my nails at home.

Lysa Holmes I have been coming here to see Tea for awhile now and she is so amazing, she love what she does. She never seem to disappoint me. If you are looking for a great nail tech, come here and ask for Tea. I promise you wont be disappoint it. The price is reasonable.

vienna boa I love how friendly and accommodating the staff is. They go above and beyond to make sure you’re happy with your nails. It feels like a little getaway every time I come here!

Vinita Jain Tina did an amazing job with the gel nail paint designs and was even kind enough to put a nail polish on my lil daughter’s hands. I think they are worth giving a try. I will come again.

Ashleyanne Benham I’ve been to Luxury Nail Bar a few times and have had great experiences except for Saturday. Because of that, I didn’t want to post negative feedback so I sent an email and filled out the feedback form they text after an appointment. I have yet to receive a response which is even more disappointing. My nails are uneven in length and the polish is creased, has big lumps, and already chipped. And I know that my nails are thin and sensitive, but I’ve never had to pull away so many times from someone grinding off the previous manicure. Super bummed about the experience and the way they turned out today. Total waste of money and time.

Mayra Deleon I used to come here before the pandemic hit then I stopped doing my nails. I decided to return here after 3 years and I am glad I did. Everyone was very attentive. I got red wine to enjoy while I was there.

Gabby Gerbus Consistently great! I see Donna for my nail extensions and she is great. Methodical, detail-oriented, and can always try a new design or style if I bring her a photo. The staff there is very friendly, always offering a beverage or glass of wine. Prices are fair/as expected considering were in the Bay Area. Ive been to other salons where my nails fall off within two weeks. I can get over a month out of these extensions. Im new to the area and this is my favorite go-to nail spot.

Huong Nguyen I’m absolutely in love with my new nails! The design is so intricate and elegant, with the perfect balance of shimmer and 3D details. The pearl accents add such a classy touch, and the craftsmanship is stunning. Each nail feels like a tiny piece of art, and I can’t stop admiring them. The nail tech truly brought my vision to life with such precision and creativity. Highly recommend this salon for anyone looking for high-quality, unique nail art!

Elizabeth Luna Left extremely satisfied with the overall experience at this nail salon! Xiu is very professional, attentive, and detail oriented - it truly shows through how she cares for her salon space and clients. I appreciated how welcoming she made me feel at my first appointment and how honest she was about working with me to achieve the nail designs that I wanted while also making sure to include her own flair. Her unique art tier system when scheduling appointments allows for fair pricing based on the design you choose, instead of being surprised with hidden last minute "add-on fees" that other salons tend to include. XiuXiu Nail Room salon is very aesthetic, clean, and Xiu is amazing at what she does - the artistry speaks for itself. Excited to become a regular here :)

NgocLan Phan I cant say enough about how incredible my experience was with Xiu Xiu. She is a true artist when it comes to nail design! Every detail of my nails was perfect, and she really listened to what I wanted, offering suggestions that made the final result even better than I imagined. I get compliments everywhere I go. Her professionalism and skill are unmatched—my nails not only look stunning but have lasted beautifully. I’ve been to many nail techs, and none compare to the level of design and care she provides. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for expert nail artistry.