Even with a booked appointment you have a 1 hour wait time or Alice will cancel your spot upon arrival. The owner isn't polite or friendly and the pricing is surged. Save your money & save your time and go elsewhere. read more

Alice's Nail Boutique - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Quick basic clean enough convenient spot. Staff is nice, manicure is average but gets the job done

I've been here twice now and both times the customer service was very poor. I made an appointment today to remove some gel polish and when I walked in, the employee was on a personal phone call and seemed bothered that I came in. She remained on the call for about 10 minutes and started to help me, but once her manager walked in, she got off the phone. After the appointment she asked about a tip for her. I don't like writing a negative review, but I just would not recommend going here and thought I should share my experience in case others are considering it! read more

I see a bunch of reviews saying to avoid, but this is the best spot in Montecito. Alice is so good, it makes your nails better long term. Call and make an appointment- personally I wouldn't drop in without an appointment read more

I had a pedicure today by the one and only Alice herself :) She takes her work seriously and did a very thorough job... such an amazing massage, attention to detail, and my feet are feeling as happy as ever!! read more

Alice's Nail Boutique - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Unfriendly and dismissive. I'm new to Montecito, coming from SB, where I should have just returned to my old salon. Atmosphere was unwelcoming and they treated me as if I'd bothered them by coming in. When I inquired if they took walk-ins, the response was come back some other time. I won't be. read more

Their service is the worst I have ever experienced They put people in front of me when I had an appointment and the other person didn't Extremely rude read more

I called ahead booked an appointment for a mani pedi. They over booked themselves and proceeded to spend 1 hour to do my just a pedicure, and it was a buff pedi not even with color. They say it takes 2 hours for a mani pedi. What I'm the world?! And it was expensive , 60 bucks for a pedi! Madness I am never going back. read more

No. Just go somewhere else. I didn't get a welcome as I walked in. They weren't busy at all. I went in hoping to get a gel pedicure. They had four people working. Two people were working on ONE person. I was thinking that maybe one person would finish and then they can help me out. No one else was waiting, just me. Instead of trying to help me out and fit in, they asked if I can come the next day! What?! No thank you. Horrible costumer service. Mind you, I've never been here before. I decided to try it out, giving it the benefit of doubt. Everything I heard about this place was correct. If I could I would give zero stars. Why are nail salons like this?? Why is it Hard to find a decent place? read more

I just moved back to SB and this is the first and will be the last nail salon I look for in SB. It's clean and the owner Alice and dip nail tech BeBe are meticulous. I'm very detailed and particular. They met my expectations, easily. read more

Love this place! I first got my nails done with Jessica, she was very thorough and exact. I asked for dip and then gel on top, stayed for 3 weeks! I then went for a second time and got Sheri (Alice helped with the French dip), they did a wonderful job. They take their time, I would highly recommend this place. I always come in with crazy, fun ideas and they always do them exactly how I like. read more

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I have been to the salon many times and sadly two of the three last times I went, they cut my toenails so short that they both got infected. The last time was so painful I could barely walk for several days and it was after I asked the technician not to cut so deeply. When I started thinking about their hygiene there. I remember that I have not seen them thoroughly sanitize products, and I don't know if they thoroughly sanitize the bowls your feet go in. Sadly, because of this experience, I won't be able to return as it's not worth getting an infection. read more

Got a run of the mill pedicure here yesterday. Granted it's Montecito, but for $50 I expect more. The polish was done really well, but the skin on my heels is super rough. The woman who did the pedicure was surly and really unwelcoming. Won't be coming back. read more

Finally found a nail spot close to where I live! I got a pedicure and a nail fill with gel polish. Hands down the best pedicure of my life. I feel so bad that I can't remember the woman's name... Alice did my acrylic fill and was very fast and they look great! The price is a little higher than average nail salons, but you have to take into consideration that everything in this area is. I am happy and will absolutely be back. Thank you! read more

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They are so sweet and accommodating! Yes the lady (not the owner) at the front stared me up & down when I walked in but the attention to detail and quality of products and equipment- are top notch! I had a gel manicure and regular pedicure. The cost is outrageous! But in Montecito you have to expect this! Other reviews have said this too- truly one of the best pedicures I have ever had. Thank you Francis! Ask for him- excellent service! read more

Wow. What an amazing pedicure. They are amazing at actually getting deep into your lower leg muscles and massaging your feet. I feel relaxed and well taken care of here. Make sure to make an appointment!!? read more

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Stopped into Alice's for a mani pedi with my mom and loved it. Kind and skilled technicians, great price and location, parking outside on the street or in the lot nearby, and they were available at short notice! read more

The older woman who gave me a pedicure did a good job. I love that I had a certain way I wanted my nails filed and she knew instantly what I was taking about... sometimes I get a blank stare followed by a nod yes and then not do it that way at all. When the woman was finished Alice came over to put the polish on and she didn't do such a great job on that but I think she was a bit stressed, busy and rushed? read more

I have been seeing Alice for my nails for the last 15 years,and her work falls nothing short of flawless perfection...Not only is she talented,but she's a beautiful,caring,hard working individual who ALWAYS puts her clients first...Being a wife and a mother of 3 children,I consider that to be incredibly selfless..If you are looking for a clean,comfortable establishment,where the work is quality,I recommend booking regular appointments with Alice..I Also use Tammy for my toes read more

Alice's Nail Boutique - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Had Alice do nails and she was rushed and rough and rude! A horrible experience today and won't go back not for that price

Alice did an incredible job. She made my Christmas nails come true and they lasted forever!!! Can't believe how well she took my crazy ideas. She's patient and kind!!! Best place in SB. read more

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If I could give them no stars I would. Not only did I wait for over 20 minutes to even start, but they were doing such a bad job I didn't even have them put on a color,I just wanted out!!!!!! My nails have never been thinner or hurt more as they cut my skin and I was left bleeding! Save yourself and never waste all that money (yes a mani pedi is 80 dollars!!!!!! Even with no gel!) read more

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I was looking for hair conditioner at a beauty store next door to Alice's (which was closed on Mondays) and instead I found Alice and Loy. Loy was there 10 til 6pm on this Monday evening and I walked in just to see if he would squeeze me in. He was totally open to taking me in as his last appointment. I got gel nails on my hands and feet. Alice did an excellent job and she chose the color for me which I really liked. I usually keep my nails short and black, but Alice insisted on introducing me to a new color that just came out. It was a cool gray color. I liked it. It wasnt too far from black yet it was a good substitute for black. Their gels run $45 and $65 for toe nails. It is a bit steep, but they're walking distance from The Biltmore Four Seasons. So the location was perfect and Alice is really skilled. When I come back to SB in January, I'll be back to get my nails done by Alice. read more

I wish that I could give this place no stars because that's what it deserves. My husband and I are in town from LA for a nice, relaxing weekend and I DID NOT appreciate their extremely rude service. I had to sit waiting for 20 minutes before they even began my mani/pedi because they were under staffed. The owner, Alice, rushed through my mani/pedi leaving calluses and hang nails. She then left and handed me over to someone else so they could finish the service. My husband was told they didn't have time to give a massage which is included in the service. We've been to some of the finest salons in LA and NEVER before have we felt so rushed and like they didn't want our money. There was a stark contrast between the way they treated us, two African Americans, and their other Caucasian clientele. I did not appreciate the disrespectful way they treated us. To top it off the services weren't cheap, spending over $150, I deserve a much better level of service, not to be discriminated against because I'm African American. BEWARE this salon, especially if you're a minority. You'll spend a lot of money for subpar service. NEVER again will I give them another dime. read more

Ok this was not my idea to go here, I'm not bouchée at all. I'm what you call fake bouchée. I'll wear one thing expensive and the whole rest of my outfit is from Marshall's or Target. Any whoo it was defiantly the manicure and also the most expensive manicure I've ever had in my life. Since I don't like spending that much money I'm have to knock them down a star read more

Terrible, awful awful awful experience. Read some review below of good visits and can't believe anyone would have a good experience here. Maybe if you are 100 years old and from Montecito and don't know any better this is what you expect. My girlfriend just had her nails destroyed here and it only costed $60, but wait we got a $10 discount due to the fact she was crying from them improperly removing her gel nails, they thought just grinding them down would work. Sure it might make your nails ultra thin and cut you a bit but thats fine. When we talked to the owner i was told it was "fair".hmmmmm fair to who??? anyways could go on for days about this hole but i would suggest going elsewhere. Did you know Aqua is way better and TLC in SB gives you free booze... Just saying nail saloons are a dime a dozen and this place with there snobby we are better than you attitude can go F themselves. Do yourself a favor and go anywhere else, you will thank me later. read more

Simply Delicious Treatment! Everyone is so nice and makes each customer welcome and special! The massages are heavenly! The chairs also have great massage features. The pedicure lasts for weeks, even with playing in the sand and ocean! Everything is perfect here!!!! "My Place!" read more

I was a little unsure what to expect because the previous reviews were all over the spectrum. But I had a very good experiences. Excellent gel manicures, beautiful meticulous pedicures, nice massage chairs, fabulous foot massages, and while you can get right in without an appointment most days, I recommend calling in advance and making one. Not cheap but this is Montecito, nothing is. One more thing, if you live in Santa Barbara, expect to see people you know. This is a popular spot. read more

Update from the last time I went - probably a year ago? Full disclosure - I'm not sure if they have changed how they handle the paraffin wax since then, but when I went and got paraffin, they used the same container of melted paraffin to dip each person's feet. I asked for paraffin and so did my sister, and they trudged out with a big bucket and dipped my feet in it and then immediately hers. I was so startled and appalled at how unsanitary that was. Why not scoop a little into individual bags, like virtually any other nail salon?! My previous review of five stars (I didn't get paraffin the first time I went) is now one star because of how unsanitary it was. I'm lucky I didn't get a rash or something else disgusting from the sheer number of feet before me in the container. Health score: F! read more

Love love my gel manicure!! The girl took her time and it's really one of the best I've ever had. I got lucky and was able to walk-in without an appointment and I maybe only had to wait 10 mins. Score! read more

Alice's Nail Boutique - Great gel manicure! - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

This place was cute & clean but extremely over priced. It was $97 for me to get a regular pedicure & shellac manicure, something I normally pay $60 for. I understand the area is nicer but that's just insane given they did my manicure while I was in the pedicure chair (aka no relaxing warm water, or lotion massage at all) Also my toes chipped like an hour later so that's a bummer. read more

I have been coming here for years. This is the best nail salon in town. The quality is so far above the rest I would never leave. Alice and all the staff are great at what they do. read more

Alice thank you for doing for me great job!!! My Neil is amazing!!!!!!!!!!! Thank you for taking care of me !!! I love you! Jenni :) read more

Just tried this cute little spot and loved it! It's clean and lovely, they ran on time, and they have a ton of great colors to choose from. My feet especially needed some TLC and my technician worked really hard to scrub, massage, and otherwise get my feet looking great again. It's a nice local spot with a friendly vibe read more

Love this place. Alice is by far the best at gels and does a great job of selecting polish color if you choose to go with that. Can sometimes run a little late so if your appointment is mid day you may want to check in to see if she is on time. Never bothers me as the rest of the appointment is always seamless:-) read more

Well, It was my first time going to this place and I can't say I'll be going back. The gal I had was nice, but, over $100 later, I left with crooked acrylics... it took about an hour and a half to do, and all in all, I can't say I'm happy with the turn out. For spending that much money to get acrylics (when I could go somewhere else in town and spend $40) I would not recommend coming here. Every other nail is crooked and pointing inward. Again, staff seemed nice enough, but definitely not worth the money. read more

Alice has been doing beautiful manicures and pedicures for me for 18 years...even before she owned her beautiful nail salons in Montecito and Goleta. I am a business owner myself and she always makes very early or very late appointments to accommodate my retail schedule. I have been pleased with her work every time! read more

I live nearby and wanted to find a great place for mani/pedi but this is not the place. the first time i visited i got the mani pedi combo. the pedi was ok- typical fare for these type of places, the mani was terrible. they cut at least 3 of my fingers while removing the cuticle. i don't use polish on my hands, i prefer just a clean natural look. slipshod shaping, quick cuticle clean up and very quick buffing. I decided to give them another chance thinking i may have visited on an off day, but it was the exact same, they even cut my fingers again while cleaning cuticles. I did not tip on the manicure part of the service and it was quite obvious the girl was angry and i was being cursed out in a foreign language until i left the shop. i won't be back !! read more

For sure the most expensive pedicure I've ever purchased. I didn't ask price when I started, so it's my fault. But be ready to does at least $45 (w/o tip) for JUST a Ped. Great service, speedy work, & friendly atmosphere, though. Just very expensive. read more

The day before my cousin's wedding we stopped in this salon. It appears to be a regular salon, like one in most strip malls. She needed a pedicure and gel manicure. Her fiancé needed a basic manicure and pedicure (without polish). They did a great job on the manicures, but it wasn't fancy. For example they were not offered drinks (not even bottled water), there were no hot mittens, no drying table, no paraffin wax, and no separate wax room (eyebrow/lip waxing is done in a pedicure chair out in the open in front of everyone). So imagine our surprise when the bill totaled $168! My cousin and I went to browse a store nearby while my cousin's fiancé finished his pedicure and paid. When he told us how much everything cost we were very surprised because we assumed that the pricing was similar to other places that we have been. There is no price list posted. I thought that perhaps my cousin's fiancé had been taken advantage of because he is a foreigner so I went back to the salon and asked another patron how much she paid. She paid $96 for a manicure and pedicure. I told her that I was surprised at that price and she replied, "This is Santa Barbara, honey!" So out of towners beware! Prices are a lot higher than what you would pay at home. I'm glad that I got my manicure in Kentucky before this trip! read more