Had an easy going experience thru and thru. Made an appointment through the Yelp app for the following day. I got a response in less than 5mins that asked for basic info (date, time, and what I want to get done). I was in and out in less than 45mins. Kevin was diligent and salvaged what was left of my barista battered hands. I'll definitely be back. read more

Golden Nails & Spa - WineBerry shellac. $25. - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Daisy and her husband are such nice people!!! They just had they're grand opening in July. Shop was super chilly cause their heater was out but they had portable heaters on us, made sure my pedicure water was refreshed with more warm water and put a heater on my bare feet while I was getting a manicure. I came in with a picture of an ombré I got at my usual place back home that I wanted to see if they could recreate. I've been to places with the same request and these are the first people who at least attempted. The only thing Daisy couldn't do was the ombré with the under color but she did it with the top color so it turned out great and looks just as good! They made sure to talk to us, make polite conversation and rarely had conversation in Vietnamese, which I appreciate only because I like to understand what's going on around me. They were so very nice, and I'm sad that I'm not a local so I could continue to give them my business! read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Attempt at ombré dark to light glitter. LOOOOVE! - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

I came in to this salon today with my daughter and my new born son. I did not have an appointment but we only had to wait maybe 2 minuets before we were sat in a chair. When I go to other nail shops they ask my daughter questions they should be asking me as the adult like do you want a design for extra money. They asked me if the color she picked was ok and made sure to get out the ingrown toenail that was bothering my daughter. The prices were great and the shop was clean. This is definitely my new nail shop. LOVE LOVE L read more

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Got my nails done here last week with my girls for my wedding. The staff was friendly and the mani/pedi they did came out great. It has been a week and my nails still looking good! Will be back again. read more

This place is amazing!!! I have been coming here for over 2 years. I lived in the east bay and then moved to San Francisco. I still drive across the bridge to get my nails done. The prices are reasonable and the quality is great. I always get gel manicure and it lasts up too three weeks. Its better to call ahead and make an appointment to avoid wait time. This place is getting popular! I love Daisy and Kevin! read more

First off, I came here because the receptionist at Joi Nail Spa is over all rude and unwelcoming. I told this to my technician here the first time and she was extremely warm & welcoming. Not to mention, they also did a great job! I opted for a very light color this time, easy to make look wrong if not don't correctly, and they did amazing! The gel is even and not thick at all, and not transparent in places! Love this spa, can't wait for warmer weather to get a pedicure. read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Just had my nails done here (gel manicure). This polish was a "cat eye" for an extra five dollars. Daisy did my nails and she did such a great job shaping and filing down the old gel. She was done in 30 minutes. Got my stamp card because I'll be back In three weeks. read more

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Natalie is everything! Great massage. The lady that painted my gel toes was very deliberate which I appreciated. Good customer service read more

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Second time coming here & they always do a fantastic job on taking care of the customer. Got a gel pedicure and they took their time and removed ingrowns and a nice massage during my visit! Would recommend coming here if you're looking for a new nail salon read more

went here after reading multiple reviews on yelp . it's in my area and about a 15 min drive from my house . i was looking for a place to remove my old acrylic gel set from a previous shop . i requested an appointment via yelp last night & they quoted me $30 for removal of my old set & a gel overlay . i ended up getting kevin that did my nails , he took his time & was patient with my nails . i told him my nails hurt because of the acrylic nails & he was a professional about it . he kept asking me if my fingers felt fine or if they hurt , which i appreciated . i love my nails and the fact that he brought my real nails back to life . i will definitely be coming back to see him again . i'm super picky about nail shops and will change them frequently if i'm dissatisfied with the customer service . or if the professionalism is not consistent . thanks kevin for the great job ! read more

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After being turned away several times I was determined to be a client since this is so close to my house. They tried to turn me away again but I wasn't going for it! At first I thought they were being funny acting until I managed to secure an appointment later on that day and sat next to a couple white folks who had a similar experience. This immediately made me feel better. :) This place sort of reminds me of that episode of Seinfeld with the soup Nazi - It's a little difficult to navigate but you'll be glad you came. There are a couple things they do unlike other nail shops that may put people off, i.e. not asking you to wait and simply turning you away, not wanting you to pick your nail color until you're seated, saying they take walk-ins when they rarely do, but with old school practices come old-school service and they do great work especially for the price point! read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Manicure. No gel or acrylic, just polish. :) - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

I got a full leg wax but she did not do my front thighs and there was still hair as if I just shaved. It did not pull the entire hair from the root. I feel like I could have done a better job shaving and saved myself $55. I also got a mani pedi. They did a good job on my French gel manicure and I liked how they were gentle with filing and cutting my cuticles but my big toes are starting to chip on the side and it's only been an hour. When they were giving me a leg massage the lotion was to hot and burned on initial contact. The staff was nice enough and the place was clean enough. Nothing glamorous. I don't think I'd come back. read more

I loveee this place. Kevin does such a good job on my nails! Such a clean job & I love how they look. read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

We had a girl's outing at Golden Nails over two weeks ago and my mani and pedi still look fantastic. Making an appointment was easy and they were ready for us when we arrived. The place is extremely sanitary, which is obviously very important when dealing with nails. My friend and I both upgraded our pedicures but next time, I will not pay the $5 extra for hot stones. The stones were way too hot and it didn't feel relaxing anymore. That said, my friend got the paraffin pedicure and she loved it. The price at Golden Nail is in line with the least expensive spots in Berkeley/Oakland area while the experience is definitely far above average. read more

Super nice owners :) Very clean and safe. I broke my nail and they gave me an acrylic for no extra cost. Highly recommend.

I am super picky with my acrylics and like to have them done in a very specific shape and length. I used to spend around $20 for really poorly done nails and now I'm more than willing to spend about fifteen bucks more for long lasting, well done nails. Kevin is amazing and consistently never fails to disappoint me whenever I am back in town and needing a full set or a fill. Their color selection is really good and they're always willing to help you find exactly what you're looking for. I got a full set of mid length gel acrylics and a gel pedicure for $70 (not including tip) right before I went on a month long summer trip to Europe. I just got back and my nails are still pristine (grown out a little bit obviously) and neither my toes or acrylics have chipped. I wore sandals almost every day and went to the beach and the pool quite often. I go to school in San Diego and wish I could bring this shop with me. I have yet to find a nail salon in Southern California that has competitive prices and stellar service like Golden Nails. Definitely should make an appointment because they get busy. read more

I just moved here from nyc and after visiting some terrible nail places in SF I wasn't expecting much when I found this place on yelp. But thank goodness I did! Finally! A place that does great gel mani and spa pedi's! At first I kept doing an acrylic overlay with Kevin but then I decided to stick with my natural nails and they have truly done an amazing job with maintaining the length and strength. Thank you, Daisy, Kevin and team! read more

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I love it here! Second time getting a pedicure and I love the staff! They're all so friendly, considerate and they do an awesome job! They really take their time making sure hey have all dead skin and that their job is good and the customer is pleased! Love the energy here ! read more

I called at 4pm on a weekday and there were able to take me in less than an hour. I went in initially wanting my old set removed & a new one on but they kindly explained that just a fill is needed and I could save money. They're genuinely honest ppl who are here to help! Not to mention my nails turned out great and they even changed the shape of my set perfectly. Everyone is really friendly and they have a TON of color options. I recommend coming here!! read more

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I had acrylics removed here and had a gel manicure done. I believe Kevin did the removal and Daisy did the manicure. Both did a meticulous job. Kevin was very careful in not damaging my nails which I greatly appreciated (since acrylics mess up your nail enough as is). Daisy did a beautiful job on my manicure. They were quick and efficient and everything in all took about an hour and only cost me $35!! ($10 removal and $25 gel mani). They were super sweet and listened to my concerns (I was nervous since it was my first time having acrylics removed). Definitely coming back! read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

I've been here a few times and have never regretted it! Good customer service, affordable, very accessible, and they do a good job! This place isn't with all the crazy fancy thrills that you pay +$30 for. No champagne or cookies like other places but sometimes a girl gotta get her nails done without breaking the bank. Today, got a gel mani/pedi for $55 with a small design for my mani. Not bad at all! The ladies did such a great job! Their gel mani/pedis last for-ev-er without chipping. There is plenty of street parking. The times I went it was both busy and slow. I recommend messaging the business via Yelp and they usually answer within 20 minutes. Easy to get a same day appointment. Also---- home is where the wifi connects automatically... free wifi when you get your nails done. Yes! This is my Berkeley nail spot! read more

I've only come here for pedicures, and loved it. Regardless of the nail tech I get, I've always had good results. I've also showed up with/without appointments and they're able to seat me very quickly. Prices are unbeatable for the service you get. I will be sure to come back and support you guys once the shelter in place order lifts! read more

I requested an appointment on yelp and they responded almost immediately! When I went for my same day appointment they were ready for me. Daisy did my gel manicure, and I loved it. I also got a pedicure. $45 for my gel manicure and pedicure. I paid with card and tipped in cash. Will definitely come back! read more

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I've been coming to this nail salon for over a year now! I was new to the Bay Area and on my first visit I fell in love with the family owned business vibe. They always do an amazing job on my gel manicures and my feet look and feel so good after a pedicure. read more

Poor service. Nails do not last as well as the polish and there's always air bubbles in my GEL coat. read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Kevin is the best nail tech ever he always get my shape right and the pedi are to die for definitely going back they also have all the nail colors you want in and out the comp water an candy is a nice touch to love this shop read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Really happy with my gel manicure. My boyfriend came with and got a basic manicure. Even though his hands were pretty rough (since he picks at his cuticles) the nail tech was super careful and didn't cut him. The prices are affordable and they provided complimentary water and candy. I'll definitely be back! read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

Of the half-dozen salons in berkeley and oakland i've patronized (after exhaustive research on difference between polish, shellac polish, hard (aka regular) gel, soft/japanese gek, acrylic, and gel on acrylic), this is by far my favorite. They were friendly with zero fake service attitude. Though asian with thick accents, no language barrier problem. I hate those massages at the end of manicures and the oil they use for them, too--it feels like a fake luxury and time waste--and i only needed mention this once to be spared any awkward song and dance about it at the end of the manicure. The man--he seemed a family member of owner--did my nails. He was SUPER fast but really efficient and careful. No other place has given me results as thick and shiny as i wanted before, so i came in ready to embark on acrylics covered with gel. The owner took one skilled look at my 2 week old japanese gel manicure and said kindly but firmly that my nails were in too high quality to merit acrylic. She paused to make sure she hadnt misunderstood, saying she was happy to oblige esp if i wanted to lengthen the naild, but if i just wanted shine and smoothness, to go with gel. I never felt dismissed or ignored; i never felt pressured or judged. The owner (i assume? The main lady at register) came by a few times to supervise the male tech's work and i got the feeling all was well between all three of us, that we had an understanding (i often feel awkward or like an imposing outsider at salons, esp run by families or non-english speakers. Never so here). I came in at 4:30pm on sunday and was seated at once. I was told later my previpus manicute was the hardest gel they'd ever removed, but only bc they were curious ehatcit had been: never as a grievance nor a hassle during the manicure. I left picture book gels that i would instagram if i did that crap: 'm holding my hands differently now to maximally show them off. Under an hour; $25 plys coupon card for 10th free. I left a bivger tip--$10--than have ever left, percent-wise, anywhere ever. One time the owner lady came over to suggest adding glitter top to ring finger or some art, but again without pressure. I hope they burgeon and flower. I will come bavk here every time if it continues to be evdn half as practical, fast, and beautiful. Very experienved staff here! Can tell yr nail history and make astutute suggestioms or help pick colors fast and well without feeling rushed. Cant imagine what more to want, short of temorapedic mattress and IV morphine drip while getting serviced. Love. read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Sorry for bachground, new to selfies. 40 mins of top-notch work. Note color goes up to cuticles: no annoying visible nail bed. So shiny!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

I love this place! Everyone here are so nice Karen and Daisy they are amazing . They're so clean and during COVID they are on top of the guidelines, I recommend this nail salon !!! read more

First time client here. Got a pedicure and my nails done and I am impressed. Definitely my new go to spot . Clean ,friendly, and Kevin took his time shaping my nails . Definitely recommend this place. Happy client here read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Love the nails , nice shape and color - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

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Quality haircut. It's always tough trusting a stranger with your hair so I appreciate these folks being very professional and doing a great job. I will gladly be back read more

I loved it! They gave me water and candy while I got my nails done. The guy did an amazing job shaping the acrylics and making sure it was perfect and the woman did very detailed work on the color. Was a really good experience and I will be going again. read more

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I had walked in to get a quick removal on my acryllic nails. There was 1 other customer there so I had gotten a seat adter a few minutes, and after seeing their large gel color selection, I ended up getting a refill! The older male nail artist was attentive to detail every step of the way, was friendly and assisted me with question I had about nails. They came out amazing, I'll be coming back here again! read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Acryllic refill, in the color Summer Fiji. $30 - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

First time coming to this nail salon. Called day of in the morning and made an appointment for a fill. Excellent attention to detail. Took their time. Many many colors and new techniques available. Great service. Will be back. read more

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This place satisfies my expectations and needs. My nails were shaped perfectly and the employees were super nice! I'm for sure coming back for my next set! read more

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$25 for a gel mani? That's pretty great. Its normally $27 which is also cheap but if you pay with cash, they give you 5% off. That is dope. It was a great mani. They were busy on a Saturday late morning and I didn't make an appt but they took me right away and were very efficient. My nails look great and they were very friendly. I will be back! read more

First time here. Liked it! Clean and friendly. They took their time and did a good job. I upgraded from the regular pedicure to the hot stone version (+$5) and enjoyed the extra massage and scrub. I think it was worth it! Will definitely come back. read more

I highly recommend this place. Kevin is amazing! Great prices and such a great service. Everyone is super nice as well! You can tell these people care :) Will be coming back for sure. read more

Golden Nails & Spa - Literally the nicest people ever. Kevin shaped my nails and he's amazing!!! Delicate touch and held the sweet conversation. Love the color! - Nail Salons Near Me - Berkeley, California

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I went in for a fill yesterday and Tina made my nails beautiful! Probably the best-looking nails I have ever had! Many compliments already! Highly recommend this salon! read more

If I could give it zero stars I would. Not only did they not listen after I told then "no" more than 3 times., but they decided to give me a service that I did not want! They were very dismissive and did not listen to me or any request that I made at all!!! After a day one of my acrylics fell off. Service was horrible and the product did not live up to my expectations. Wouldn't go here even if it was the last nail shop on earth. read more