Took my two daughters with me. We waited 20 minutes for our turn. We all requested manicure and…read morepedicures. They took us all at the same time. Then they completed our pedicures first. Then they took two other customers and made my daughters wait 45 minters to do their manicures. This was not nice at all .We ended up there almost three hours, not cool. They have no respect for people's time. They need to complete a person's manicure and pedicure all at one time, in a professional manner.

This is more of a 3.5 star review, but hear me out! But also, please keep in mind this is/was my…read moreexperience, and in no way shape or form i am trying to sway you to not come here. The reason for 3 stars is solely dependent on the amount of time, and how much the services costed, a minor service issue as well, not terrible though. This is my first time here, i was taking a stroll on park and saw this place and peaked in and saw how luxurious and clean it looked, very big open space, lots of massage chairs, so i decided to pop and see for myself. So i stroll in around 4:30pm, for a new set and gel pedi. Typically both services take me at most 2 hours. I get sat down to remove my current acrylic set, this probably took at least 30-45 minutes. From the filing, to the soaking, removal, soaking again, and removal again. This is the longest I've ever experienced a removal. Then comes the cutting and shaping of my natural nails to prep for my new set. Finally i get moved to a massage chair to start my pedicure. I opted for the deluxe so this comes with a variety of things, from what i can remember, at least 2 masks, scrub, 10 minute massage, and hot rocks after. The total for this was $70, which is way more than what i would've normally paid at different locations, but I'm not knocking it, just isn't in my range but can be for someone else. Quality isn't great, but isn't bad. This is where my service issue/frustration comes in. My pedicure took almost 45 mins, and finally someone comes to start my set, or so i thought. She kept moving around, from one person to another, helping another client in between, but there are 3 other workers. I then get moved to a table, and I'm waiting again for about 10 minutes. She sits back down with me, and i thought okay great we're starting forreal now. Nope, we weren't. There was another client waiting, and she stops what she's doing with me, the gentlemen comes over and she moves to help the other client and he's now my nail tech. It is now 6:38pm and we're finally starting my set. Precise time because i was texting my bf to let him know bc this process was just taking so long. And i kid you not, the process from putting on the gel x nails, to shaping, filing, etc etc, i didn't walk out of there until 8:12pm. I did a very basic paint with cat eye polish. Typically 2 layers of paint, but he painted at least 5 layers before starting the cat eye magnetic process... In total i paid $168, and tipped $20. The amount of time spent there and the cost of it all, and being moved around from one person to another, ultimately costed the 2 stars. But again, this is just my experience i am sharing, and not to deter your decision to visit, because the quality of work is there.

I've been on the hunt to find a nail salon that can actually do clean designs and after going to so…read moremany different salons and being disappointed--this one is it!! Mary is so so amazing!! Her skills are top notch, she's always nailed my example photos perfectly. She is so skilled and meticulous--I highly recommend her. Also hospitality is amazing here--they always start the appointment by offering any refreshments, which is a cherry on top!

Mani with gel and builder for $88 Pedi $48 plus gel $12 so…read moreit's $60 The mani gel builder they charged me $50 without showing me the price before done Good luck, too bad the girls are nice maybe the owner is too greedy

I absolutely love this place! Got a full set of acrylic nails with a cute ombre design, and they…read moreturned out even better than I imagined. My tech (shoutout to was super attentive--she listened carefully to what I wanted, suggested a few tweaks for shape and length that worked perfectly for my lifestyle, and took her time to make sure everything was smooth and even. The salon is always clean and relaxing, with comfy chairs and no rush vibe. They use good quality products that don't smell overpowering, and my nails have held up amazingly--no chips or lifting after almost 3 weeks! The fill was quick and precise too. If you're looking for beautiful, long-lasting acrylics done by pros who actually care about your nails, this is the spot. Will definitely be back--already booking my next appointment! Highly recommend

Anne is beautifully talented! I came in on a Sunday morning for a full set and pedicure and was…read morehelped right away. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming! The pedicurist was also very talented and gentle. The price was fair and again the work is BEAUTIFUL. Perfect shape and thickness. No cuts or hurting. I will absolutely back again!

I usually go to an independent nail artist, but I was being impulsive and couldn't wait my nails…read moreneeded to get done ASAP. I was a little nervous trying somewhere new, but Sabrina did exactly what I asked for. I got acrylics and I'm super picky, especially about my shape, but she gave me the sharp square nails I wanted. Definitely happy with how they came out .

I did not have an appointment and they were able to take me in immediately. My nails came out so…read moregood I had to come on here and make a review! I'm very satisfied, they're the best I've ever had. The shape is perfect and I had a color I wanted and they were able to match it perfectly. Decently priced and the added massage was great. I will be returning again.

I've been coming here for over 3 years. The staff is always friendly and the shop is clean. Prices…read moreare competitive to the other shops in Alameda. They just did a remodel so the chairs are large and comfortable.

I go here mainly for pedicures. Sometimes natural/regular manicures if my nails really look bad and…read moreI'm visiting home. Anyway, why just pedicures? Because for $38- I get a salt scrub, paraffin wax and hot stone massage. That's just their regular pedi! (Gel is $50) They have a premium service focused on pampering and I've had pedicures like this in Palo Alto WITH PALO ALTO PRICES. And for Walnut Creek prices- $38 is a basic pedicure with just filing, cuticle care, pumice stone callus buff and spotty massages depending on the pedicurist. I've been here as a walk in with no usual tech and EVERYONE has done a great job with the massages. I'll always try to get a pedicure here if I visit my parents in Alameda. I don't think they have a stamp card.

I have been going to Elegant Nails for 15 years. They take care of my nails every month and I get…read morecompliments on my nails all the time. Nancy puts on this Mother-of-Pearl finish for my French Manicured nails -- it's lovely. You'll be a very happy person getting your nails taken care of at Elegant Nails.

I have been going to many local nail salons where I live for pedicures and have been disappointed…read morein everyone. I feel I pay ridiculous amounts of money for fancy chairs, decor, hot rocks, rose petals and champagne, etc. Not that I do not enjoy those things but what I want is quality work. I need pedicure to not only have cute toes but to keep my feet healthy and free from excessive callus growth and cracking. Other shops are revolving people as fast as they can but Nancy at Elegant Nails really worked on my issues. I just had a pedicure and it was absolutely amazing work. She is solo in her shop and is open by appointment only. If you leave her a message she will call back immediately. You are not going get the bells and whistles of other shops but you will get quality work and great care.

I came to this nail salon three times and had the same nail tech who I liked. She seemed very…read moresweet. I walked in on Friday and the manager asked me what I needed done and I said gel manicure and the girl that I like was working on someone else and I said are you done after this? Oh no no I have more clients. OK is someone else available? No, we're full, then why did you ask me what I needed? So to give them benefit of the doubt and called them this morning at 9:30 to make an appointment with the girl that had done my nails previously and specifically asked for her at 11:45. When I came in. She was just starting on someone's toes and I looked at her and I said hi, I have an appointment with you at 11:45, to which she looked bewildered. And the manager said oh well, you can go with the other girl. I told them this was not the point. If I made an appt with one person at a certain time why is it not honored. I will not be returning. Customer service is not longer a thing I guess

I feel so lucky to live around the corner from Hi Tech Nails--it's easily one of the best nail…read moresalons I've been to. The space is very clean, bright, and inviting, and everyone who works there is friendly and welcoming. Tu is my go-to technician. She always takes the extra time to remove my stubborn calluses and cuts my nails exactly how I like them--nice and short, without me having to ask repeatedly. She takes real pride in her work, and my pedicure always looks perfect. She's also incredibly kind, which makes the whole experience even better. Another big plus: the prices are very reasonable, which makes it easy to leave a generous tip. Highly recommend!

If you're looking for a nail spot that is relaxing, comfortable, and offers top-tier service,…read moreyou've found the place. Stephanie is amazing she does such good work, takes her time, is sanitary, and truly gives you exactly what you ask for. Highly recommend

Stephanie is great! She has my nails looking amazing. I will definitely be a repeat customer.read more