I've been coming here for about a year now, and I've had my nails done by almost everyone on the…read moreteam. Every experience has been wonderful! It's always quick and easy to book an appointment, whether by phone or through their website. Sometimes I get extensions, but most of the time I come in for gel polish. No matter what service I choose, they always take their time with my manicure and regularly check in to make sure I'm happy with how everything looks. I also really appreciate how clean and well-maintained the salon is every time I visit--it always feels welcoming and comfortable. Another thing I love is how talented the nail artists are. Whenever I bring in an inspiration photo, they do an amazing job matching the design and bringing it to life. Their attention to detail and dedication to making sure you leave happy really stands out. If you're looking for a new nail salon, I highly recommend giving this place a try. It has become my go-to salon, and even if I move to another city someday, I know I'll keep coming back!

I recently moved to Foster City and was looking for a good nail salon in the area. This place had…read morehigh ratings, so I decided to try it for a Gel-X removal ($30). Martin assisted me. He was polite, quiet, and gentle with my nails, which I appreciated. Unfortunately, the removal technique was not a great experience. My fingers were placed in a tub of acetone and I was told it would be about 5 minutes, but it ended up being about 10. My fingertips became very dry and pruney. In my past experiences, other nail techs typically use acetone-soaked cotton applied directly to my nail and wrapped with foil, which better protects the skin. After the removal, I was asked to wash my hands and was told the service was done. However, I noticed gel residue left on my skin and some still on my nails. When I mentioned it, I was told "no worries, it'll come off in the shower". Well it felt uncomfortable for me! The remaining gel was only wiped after I requested it, and there is still visible residue. For the hour that he spent removing it off, it definitely was not worth the price at all. I've had many Gel-X removals before and they were usually much cleaner and more efficient and cheaper priced ($15) and took only 30 mins. Giving 2 stars because Martin was kind, but I wasn't satisfied with the overall result.

I take my elderly mom to get her nails done occasionally and we have always gone to La Bella spa in…read moreFoster City. Well, I tried to go there last week and they had apparently closed or moved. So I looked them up on Yelp and it turns out they moved right near my mom's house and I was so happy about that. We walked in no appointment needed. Got her a manicure and pedicure and they treated her wonderfully. I love Vivian and the whole team.

I came in for a spa pedicure and added a callous remover ($45+$15). I tipped $4 at the end of my…read moreservice. The staff are professional. Greeted with smiles and appreciative of their easiness to be seated. The rating reflects on the finished pedicure. The woman who completed my pedicure shared that she had to do the callous remover twice. IMO, if I'm investing a premium amount to add on a callous remover, I would hope the service would be fully complete. And because it wasn't as thorough as the first time, I appreciated her efforts a second time (she did it without me having to ask her to do it again). Another odd factor, was the shape of the pedicured toes. Some are half square rounded and others are half rounded on random toes. Finally, I had to request to take out the nail polish that was left behind on my skin so it was clean. Overall, I think the quality is not what I was expecting for $60 but I haven't tried other services. So I'm hoping my case was a one off. The salon also has hair cutting services and facial services.

I made an appointment with Okkie for a mani/pedi. She was ready for me when I arrived. She did a…read morevery careful and meticulous job on my hands and nails. The gel mani and regualr pedi lasted well over 3 weeks with no chipping! Okkie was very gentle. I've been to other nail salons on Foster City and have had very negative experiences. Highly recommend Okkie for this service. Price was very reasonable too.

Both Susie and Okie give great haircuts and Okie does wonder job…read morewith Pedi's. Robert

Wonderful experience with Linda! I called for a last-minute appointment and she got me right in…read more One of the most thorough pedicures I've had-my feet feel great. It's a warm and welcoming space and I look forward to going back!

Needed an early Sunday morning nail spot as a meeting point for my friends. We come from Oakland,…read moreSan Jose, and Castro Valley. We all agreed to meet in San Mateo. This was a get together to get our nails done for some TLC and to strategically get our friend to get her nails done before her engagement !!! The quality of the nails in photos looked great and the inside looked comfy and fitting enough for us to catch up and yap. Kudos to the team bc originally my friend was not gonna get her nails done and only wanted a pedi !!! We finally convince her but then she didn't want gel !! I spoke with my nail tech in secret and had them convince her to get gel. It was a success and without them it would've been mission fail. Our nails looked super cute, great quality, price, & service. Would recommend again. And now our friend is a fianceee with a beautiful rock and with stunning photos !!

Celine was phenomenal! I received a gel builder mani and deluxe pedi and it felt amazing. Will…read moredefinitely be going back!

Very friendly and talented nail technicians! My nails turned out so cute. Would come again​read more

Deciding last minute to get a pedicure on a weekday, I messaged Bliss & Blade Salon on Yelp and…read morereceived a response within 30 mins. I was happy that they were able to accommodate me for a pedicure later that afternoon. Things I loved about them: 1) Quick response and scheduling 2) Transparent pricing on their site - be aware there is a card fee if you use your credit card 3) Friendly welcome 4) On-time service: I arrived on the dot for my service and was promptly directed to the nails area for my pedicure 5) Helen did a wonderful job with the pedicure, she even helped me pick out the color! The salon is located in a plaza with plenty of complimentary parking. Located along the waterways of Foster City with plenty of natural light, the vibe is relaxing and pleasant. I'll be back!

Just left the salon with a disappointing experience…read more I originally scheduled my appointment to be on a Saturday at 215PM with a specific stylist and on Thursday, Bliss & Blade called me to inform that he was busy at that time and I asked if anyone else was available at the time to accommodate. They said yes no problem, and even sent a confirmation email to me on Friday with who I'd be seeing. Great, no problem. I arrive minutes before 215PM and they informed me that it'll be just a few minutes until I get seated. This is a 3 day weekend on a Saturday so I knew it was going to be already busy. Again, no problem. 15 minutes passes by, still waiting as my stylist is busy with another client, no problem. 30 minutes passes, still waiting. During this time, I do get asked was "please show us a picture of what highlights you'd like to get". Keep in mind that this is the only acknowledgement I get during while waiting, nothing like "thank you for waiting, appreciate your patience". As 45 minutes passes by, I can see that my stylist is still working on his client and probably won't be done for god knows how long at this point. so I thought it is not worth it and just asked the front desk to reschedule my appointment. It is only then I get an apology. Needless to say, this was a very disappointing experience, given the amount of great service I have received here numerous times previously and just cancelled when I got hime. I'm not so sure if I want to return.

I've been coming here for 12 years, and I truly can't imagine going anywhere else for eyebrow and…read morelip threading. The consistency, attention to detail, and quality of work are unmatched. Every visit, I leave feeling confident and well taken care of. Shilpi, the owner, is excellent--knowledgeable, professional, and incredibly reliable. She really takes the time to make sure everything is done just right, and it shows in the results. It's rare to find someone who maintains such high standards for so many years. Highly recommend to anyone looking for expert threading and a place they can trust long-term.

Great quick eyebrow job! $15 for the service +tip so for timely cleanups it's worth the price and…read moregood job they do

I've finally found the best nail salon in San Mateo. The quality of care they all give is…read morefantastic. The vibe is always amazing and relaxing. They also give the best massages. All the nail techs are detail oriented and thorough. The salon is clean and they have all their nail tools in a sterilization pouch which is a plus. Julie took good care of my mom. She was very meticulous when giving her a pedicure. Jennifer the owner, is sweet and caring. She gave me a manicure and was very gentle. If you're looking for a nail salon this is the place to go. I promise you'll leave happy and satisfied. I can't wait for my next visit.

I'm so sad to have to update this review! It used to be my favorite nail salon. But in the last…read moreseveral years, it seems to be the norm that my appointments and/or time have not been honored. On many occasions, I come with 1 other person with appointments for 2 pedicures together at a certain time, and they have had a long wait time (much later than our scheduled appointment) or had us served at such different times that one of us is completely finished before the other even starts. Not to mention, we don't even get to sit near each other. Despite booking appointments for pedicures for 2. Sadly, I won't be returning.

Wi is so sweet & amazing! Her place is clean and spacious. She is very gentle and meticulous with…read moreher work. My nails always get noticed and the frequent comment is "your nails are so pretty! They are so clean!" She does an amazing job with the Russian manicure and gel overlay. Check her out! You won't regret it

I had a wonderful experience getting a Russian manicure and pedicure. The attention to detail was…read moreamazing, and my nails and feet have never looked or felt better. Wi is incredibly nice and accommodating throughout the whole process is so warm, gentle, and professional. She really made me feel comfortable and took her time to ensure everything was perfect. Highly recommend if you're looking for top quality care and a relaxing experience! So glad Wi is local. She's my go-to girl.

We had the best experience at Tranquil Nail Salon! Ryan, Heidi, Ann, and the entire team took such…read moreamazing care of us while we were getting pampered for my cousin's wedding. There were four of us--my sister, aunt, mom, and me--and their team of eight made the whole experience feel so relaxing and special. Everyone was incredibly friendly, hospitable, and accommodating. The massages were so relaxing, and we never felt rushed. You could really tell they wanted us to enjoy ourselves and have a great experience. Toward the end of our appointment, my son was dropped off, and they were so sweet and welcoming to him. They let him hang out and wait for us while we finished up, which I really appreciated! We left feeling relaxed, pampered, and so happy with how everything turned out. Such a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Thank you Ryan, Heidi, Ann, and the whole Tranquil team for taking such great care of us! We will definitely be back! We had the best experience at Tranquil Nail Salon! Ryan, Heidi, Ann, and the entire team took such amazing care of us while we were getting pampered for my cousin's wedding. There were four of us--my sister, aunt, mom, and me--and their team of eight made the whole experience feel so relaxing and special. Everyone was incredibly friendly, hospitable, and accommodating. The massages were so relaxing, and we never felt rushed. You could really tell they wanted us to enjoy ourselves and have a great experience. Toward the end of our appointment, my son was dropped off, and they were so sweet and welcoming to him. They let him hang out and wait for us while we finished up, which I really appreciated! We left feeling relaxed, pampered, and so happy with how everything turned out. Such a wonderful experience from beginning to end. Thank you Ryan, Heidi, Ann, and the whole Tranquil team for taking such great care of us! We will definitely be back!

I recently had an appointment for a gel manicure and regular pedicure. I have to say, the salon was…read morevery clean, quiet and even offered drinks/snacks to their clients. The quality of the pedicure was nice- I specifically got the addition of hot stones and massage. The basic gel manicure is overall good- pretty basic clean up, paint and small massage at the end.