I've been to a lot of nail salons, and this one is by far my favorite. Ever since Katie took over, the salon has completely transformed. Everyone is so welcoming, the atmosphere is relaxing, and they truly care about making sure you have a great experience. They never try to upsell or add unnecessary charges, which I really appreciate. I've been going to MK for builder gel for almost a year now, and I recommend her to everyone. After trying multiple salons, she's the only one who's been able to strengthen my nails and help them grow naturally. She always checks in throughout the appointment to make sure I like everything and is happy to make any changes. You can tell she genuinely loves what she does, and her work speaks for itself. They also have a great coupon card program, which is a nice bonus. I couldn't recommend this salon more! read more

I stopped by this nail salon while doing laundry at the nearby laundromat and decided to treat myself to a pedicure. The shop was closing in about 30 minutes, but the lady at the front was very friendly and kindly let me know they still had time. Peter did my pedicure, and I'm really happy with the result. He was professional and did a great job. The salon was clean, the atmosphere was nice, and the overall experience was great. I would definitely come back again! read more

I've been looking for a new nail place for over a year and i think i found it! Cindy did an amazing set on my nails for coachella and they lasted the whole weekend with camping! Katie in the front was so so so sweet. It was such a calm vibe inside, and super friendly! See u guys soon! read more

Angel Nails UTC - Acrylic set - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I knew that I am risking by going there but it was on my way and so convenient that I decided to give it a chance. What shall I say...never again! The "manicure" that short guy has done was just a joke read more

My first visit to Angel Nails UTC was an absolute 10/10. MK worked her magic and gave me the prettiest GelX cat-eye set, and the appointment flew by because we chatted the entire time. Katie, the owner, was incredibly welcoming and even offered me a beverage (bonus points for having Diet Coke on hand). The salon was spotless, inviting, and easy to get to, with plenty of parking. Between the beautiful nails, great conversation, and warm atmosphere, I was sold before I even walked out the door. I already booked my next fill! Thank you again, Angel Nails--you've officially gained a regular. read more

Under new management. Katie is awesome and great help! Mary did amazing on my manicure.

Was taken immediately as a walk-in. Hands-down had one of the best pedicures I've ever had by Peter. His attention to detail made the entire experience that much more relaxing. Was not rushed whatsoever. Really happy I found such a gem in such a convenient location. read more

I love this place! I've been going here for over 3 years and I even moved away 6 months ago and STILL drive 20 minutes to come here instead of my local places. I tried a couple places closer to me but none of them do as good of a job as Angel Nails. I am so happy with my gel pedicure every single time! read more

Angel Nails UTC - Gel pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Came in with an inspo pic and suggested doing Gel-X with gel polish on top. The man recommended dip powder instead, and since he's the professional, I agreed. After sitting for an hour plus, I was really disappointed with the results. The nails looked chunky and uneven and not at all what I had envisioned. I voiced my concerns, and we ended up removing the design. It's frustrating because I originally suggested Gel-X, which would've avoided this issue in the first place. I ended up paying $55 for my nails to look like this. Overall, not a satisfying experience. Completely frustrating. read more

Angel Nails UTC - Uneven and botched - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Awful, mean employees, very abrupt and rude. Overcharged. Don't go here!! they cut two of my fingers during manicure, my nails look awful and red. The women seemed to be mad that I was a customer. read more

I always come here for my pedis.. always great service. They have been updating the salon thanks to the new management.

Katie was amazing. The service here is amazing and the place is very clean and all the workers and so nice. Such a vibe

I'm loving this salon! No wait, calm vibe, great quality, best prices, and accommodates my desires without attitude. I live in UTC and it's an easy 5 minute drive. A hidden gem! read more

overall this place was not bad, I needed a place that took walk ins and they quickly took me in. I got my toes and nails done in an hour which I thought was great! My nails came out cute, but it seemed a bit pricey. Honestly my pedicure was a little painful. She accidentally pinched some of my skin when cutting and they're overall just a little serious there. Not a fun nail appointment and would not have a fun girls day here. Overall I'm fine w my experience there. I would recommend to someone if they're looking for a quick walk in. read more

Angel Nails UTC - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

That sh*t hurt she was very rough and not very kind she didn't even try and engage with me, the water was cold and didn't ask she kept poking me. she didn't listen to what i had to say. So overall not a very good experience read more

I was visiting San Diego, and decided to try Angel nails. I had a manicure and pedicure. It was almost $100 with the tip, which is a little more expensive than my favorite place in San Francisco, but it would've been a good review if I was satisfied. Alas Helen didn't have a gentle touch, and there were a few times it was painful ( something I had never experienced before), and 2 days later my manicure was cracked and peeling. My guess is the OPI polish was past its prime. read more

I just wanted to add more nail pics. I get so many compliments on my nails. Cindy slays everytime. idk how people have negative experiences with her. She's not super talkative but I'm just chilling watching the TV. & my nails last so long. My friends sometimes join me and get gel acrylic sets and all of theirs last foreverrr. Everyone I've recommended to this nail salon has no complaints. read more

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I've been here a few times and they always do such quality work. I don't specify who I want for a pedicure, but the three people I've had so far have all done a great job. They give very thorough massages, which is my favorite part, and they definitely don't rush the process. As for my sets, Cindy is the nail artist of my dreams. She does such great work! I wanted to do a marbled/amethyst crystal type of look with gold flakes, and when I asked if she could do it, she said she would try. She did more than just try, she exceeded my expectations! Also, I appreciate how cleaning the cuticles is part of a full set/fill, because I know a lot of places don't do that extra step of nail care (unless you ask). Just make sure you make an appointment with her because she is in popular demand. read more

I am going there about 4 months now and have a few different types of nails and very happy with them. Peter is really an artist. read more

Angel Nails UTC - My Christmas nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

This review is in regards to my recent visit. I am a regular that gets my nails done at this establishment every two weeks. During this most recent visit, I asked for a nude brown color with a holographic effect on top of the color. If you have ever gotten holographic nails before you know that the initial paint color changes once you place the holographic effect on top of it. After painting my nails bright orange red with gel polish, the technician stated that the color would change to the color I requested, nude light brown. After she placed the holographic effect on my nails, it was evident that the color was not going to change. My nail color stayed bright red orange. Because my nails were painted with gel polish, the polish could not simply be removed and would take another 30 to 40 minutes to soak and have it drilled off of my nails. So they could not timely correct the issue. I assumed that they would not charge me for the nails considering they drastically messed up the color. Or at least give me a discount. I assumed wrong. They insisted on charging me full price. After complaining of being charged full price for wrongly painted nails, oof the technicians offered to take off a mere five dollars off of this $45 service. I ended up paying for bright orange nails that I never asked for. I think that this is a failure of customer service, and I am deeply disappointed that they would treat a regular patron in this manner. read more

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The quality of the paint job was subpar. My nails were uneven, further contributing to an unprofessional finish. They have limited nail polish selection as well. For $41, plus $5 tip was not worth it. Please refer to the attached photos for more details. read more

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Came to this spot today to get my acrylics removed and an eye brow wax. My nails where removed but took over an hour and got a mani in that same time frame. The removal wasn't complete and the mani wasn't that great. Still have in trimmed/cut cuties. My nails are uneven and left without polish. My brows aren't even and was told it's just a clean up not a shape up so I guess I'll be going somewhere else to get fixed up. Payed $42 plus a tip and yes I tipped total $47. Don't go here read more

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So pleased with this salon, I came back with my husband & treated him to a mani/pedi for his birthday! He was over the moon. The atmosphere was to be expected. Very compact salon, but great service & affordable prices, unlike the places that prefer to gouge. Even the pedi stations have huge massage chairs. read more

Price is high quality is low. My fingers were bloody. Nail polish was peeling off next day. When I went back they helped me and charged me for fixing the problems and said they didn't understand what compensation meant. read more

I needed a fill done last minute. My nails were tragic, uneven and had ink stains from my job. This place took me in right away without an appointment. The woman who helped me was very fast, efficient and kind. My nails came out beautiful. Thank you so much, I will be back!! read more

Angel Nails UTC - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Yelp didn't post my long review so I'll keep it short. Worst pedicure of my life. It hurt! I kept saying it hurts! Others have posted the same. Clipped way too short and terrible polish job which had to be redone. And not apologetic just plain RUDE. read more

I don't get my nails done all too often due to work but if and when I do, I trust Peter to do a great job. Prior to getting engaged I texted him a photo of something I was wanting for my nails and he recreated it perfectly on my natural nails. When it came to the wedding, I sent him another photo and asked him for an acrylic set and it was exactly what I was looking for! He listens to what you ask for and tailors the nails to your liking. I even noticed a little bump on the surface of the nail when he was buffing chrome in and he filed it down and redid it without any issue or complaint. The rest of the techs are also lovely, and they did a really nice job on my moms nails as well! We both got our nails done the Wednesday before my Saturday wedding and it lasted me well over 3 weeks, a little less for my mom who is more tough in her hands. I came back to get them removed and replaced with regular gel polish and he was able to recreate an airbrush design for me as well. Prices are reasonable and appointments are easy to book. Whenever I have a special occasion I'll be sure to come back! read more

Angel Nails UTC - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Lyna always does my acrylic long nails and she's a fantastic technician. Love her and will always see her when I'm in San Diego. Thanks Lyna! read more

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I love coming to this nail salon! I found Cindy after scouring Instagram for a nail tech that could fix my botched nails and by the grace of a San Diego nail hashtag, there she was in all her glory! She is a perfectionist, quick, and such a sweet person. I've had nothing but good experiences after coming here for 3 months and veryone at the salon is always welcoming and kind. And now for the works of art!!! read more

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They don't back up their work, if your nails gets ruined after 2 days they will charge additional $5 per nail. Also they are not clear about pricing so they say one thing and then they change price once you are sitting there. I do my nails every other week at a different place and quality doesn't compare I also asked for my nails to be a little shorter but the young lady cut as short as she could- really annoying- so she got her extra $5 that I was going to give anyway on top of what I had previously paid but since she said it was this business policy to charge for this and gave me no option - I think they are not backing up their quality and I'm never coming back read more

Second visit, Cindy consistently accommodating and delivering beautiful results. I had no plan for a design, but wanted something short and simple. Saw the gems on her desk and said I wanted that on my nails! It's been a week and they're still on my nails. Super quality, sleek, and gorgeous. read more

Angel Nails UTC - Acrylics by Cindy @c1ndybeauty (11/14/21) - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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This place is awesome. I came in for acrylics and a gel pedicure. Cindy did my acrylics and took great care of me. She definitely took her time to ensure my nails came out perfect. Indeed, my nails came out so beautiful!! I'm in love with them. Yen took care of my pedicure and she was so precise in making sure she cut off all my dead skin (gross, I know!) By far, this is the best pedicure I've gotten. Not to mention she was very thorough with my foot and leg massage and even used a hot stone to massage me! Definitely check this place out, you won't regret it. read more

Angel Nails UTC - Done by Cindy - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Clean and friendly neighborhood nail salon. Nothing spectacular here but they do pedicures well, & they're budget friendly. I didn't too much like my manicure. The gel peeled off in about 5 days. read more

I have been looking for a nail tech who I can tell Everything to and feel super comfortable with. I found her! Cindy is absolutely amazing!! I feel so comfortable and I love my nails! I know asking for specifics can be intimidating but she got you! read more

Angel Nails UTC - After a week of gardening, fishing, cooking and moving furniture! Oh and the occasional rough housing with my pets! *little cuticle oil - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I had higher hopes and it's sad that this is such a bad review. I think I had Peter, he never really introduced himself or talked much. The largest bit he used to grind my nails was very rough. The Emory board file to line the nail side was also very rough. He cut open my index finger cuticle. None of my nails are the same size, let alone the same as the opposite side. I asked for very short nails and it resulted in my index finger being cut diagonally. The paint is already chipping on that same index finger. I asked if they had a certain OPI color and they looked at me like I was speaking Spanish... so I chose andnjust guesses and ended up with something I'm OK with but not in love with. Overall, $42 not including tip for a crappy gel mani sucks. 2 stars to the selection of colors, mermaid nails, dips, etc. and they had good music on. Supposedly the check in also gives you a free scrub and wine though I think they should offer the wine regardless personally... read more

Angel Nails UTC - Index finger is very crooked/diagonal at the end. None of the nails are close in length. Index finger paint already chipping. - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

I found Cindy through Instagram and I knew that I HAD to get my nails done by her! Cindy is incredibly talented and meticulous in her work! If you show her what you want, she delivers. I've had my three sets done by her with 3-4 weeks in between and I've never had any nail break! read more

Angel Nails UTC - Set done by Cindy - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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Cindy did a beautiful tie dye full set on me and was so sweet and kind throughout the process. With each step she checked with me to make sure we were on the same page and had the same vision in mind. Everyone at this salon was very sweet and friendly, even while keeping up with a busy Saturday on a holiday weekend, during covid! Cindy is truly talented at acrylics and can really surprise you with how perfect the outcome is! I usually always find at least one imperfection when I get my nails done, but for the first time I left a salon without anything I would change. Thank you Cindy, I cannot wait for my next fill! read more

Angel Nails UTC - Tiedye set by the lovely and talented Cindy - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

Cindy does great as always! Her attention to detail is superb! I haven't had a single nail break in the 3 sets that I've gotten from her. I used to break nails all the time, but she does such an amazing job that the nails stay on SO long. read more

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I want to preface this with everyone was very kind and i'm sure the nail services are great but do not get waxed here, it's just not a service they really specialize in and it shows. it's my fault for going to a nail salon to get my legs waxed but it ended up being the worst wax of my life. they took me in right away (yay) and it was fine at first (the room was a little sketch but again i'm at a nail salon so i wasn't expecting anything bougie) After a while it started to feel like she was going over the same spots over and over and it got to a point where it hurt when she put the wax on and i could definitely smell the wax burning in the warmer. after more than an hour and a half i had to speak up and say "you know what i didn't know i'd be here this long and i gotta go" and she said okay give me five minutes. she wiped my legs off and i went to go pay and the girls were looking at the price board on the wall trying to figure out how much it was supposed to cost. I ended up paying $45 ($40 for half leg wax, $1 credit card fee, $4 tip) and when i got back to my car my legs still had bits of wax/wax strips all over and i had some patches of hair left. I want to give her the benefit of the doubt because i did cut her off but it was almost two hours and i don't know how much longer i would've been there had i not. read more

Cindy did an amazing job on my nails! She gave me exactly what i asked for! Highly recommended! read more

Angel Nails UTC - Nail Salons Near Me - San Diego, California

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