On Castro Valley Blvd. next to the old Mei Mei's grocery store is Lena's Nails. The intent was to get a pedicure($30) & a gel manicure($32) on a Sat.morning w/a call & I was able to do so, since it wasn't too busy. Service was attentive & I got to speak with I believe the owner who had been there for 16 years so it made the experience more memorable. Since I don't want a gel pedicure I opted for a regular lacquer nail polish. The polish was a bit old & gooey but she added a few drops of nail polish thinner & it worked. My daughter had a gel manicure & she mentioned the color she chose also has that issue. I guess when you have so many options to choose from there are bond to be bottles that don't get regularly used. The experience was pleasant for my pedicure, but I would suggest making an appt.w/the younger male nail specialist for details on your manicure. It seems like he has a keen eye for details. Visiting Lena's Nail was a quick & efficient experience so if you don't have an appt.then walk in's seem welcomed here. read more

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Love this place. Staff are so nice, professional and kind and their manicures are fantastic! I get gel bc I'm tough in my nails and their manicures last and last! read more

I had a deluxe pedicure with Marlene yesterday, whom I had just met, and she did not disappoint. She went above and beyond with my calluses and was very thorough when applying the polish, making sure there was no residue left around my toes. However, I can't say I was pleased with my gel manicure. I didn't ask for her name because I felt I wouldn't need to request her in the future. The manicure itself was mediocre, but what really upset me was that the polish was applied onto the skin around every one of my fingers--each and every one. read more

Perfect French tip nails I asked for a shorter white tip I think they look great glad I got them done and now my nails look nice and manicured :) read more

Lena's Nails - French tip gel manicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I absolutely love Lena's Nails! They do incredible work and always make my nails look perfect. The quality, attention to detail, and overall experience are amazing. Their prices are also so much better than other nail salons around, which makes it even better. I wouldn't go anywhere else! read more

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I booked a pedicure 2 pedicure myself with TINA and my 8 yrs old with TIANA . Let me tell you TINA is absolutely amaizing!! I've been doing pedicure for over 15 yrs and never had it done like this. Attention to detail she even pointed out my ingrown before I told her and that to me is a WIN !! I will be booking with her from now on !!! My 8 yrs enjoyed it so much. Tiana has great attention to detail too and gave a great massage according to my 8 yr old. read more

I'm going to post a pic of my feet...I know, weird but Holly did such a great job I had to share. She took her time smoothing, shaping, polishing and cleaning up my feet. Nice massage at the end. Anyhow, it took about an hour and I don't know about you but I totally enjoy long pedis. The salon is small, clean and people kept coming in. Will definitely be back read more

I like this place cuz it's great and moderately priced. Service is pretty good & I am able to relax which is nice. I have been a repeat customer for for pedicures and happy to give them my business :) read more

Excellent service with John and his crew.. I fully appreciate them all! Love the design of my nails .. read more

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Jon is amazing. I have been trying to find a place to get my nails done in the Bay Area, and I think I found it! My mom recommended this place to me and she raves about it. I came in with an inspiration picture and what I wanted was done within an hour! Also, prices are super reasonable!!! read more

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Tiara did an amazing pedicure on me. She took her time and made sure I liked everything she did. I asked for a particular design and she did it exactly the way I wanted it. A gentleman came and helped with the flower. They both were amazing. Thank you Tiara! Ill be delivering in style read more

I went in for the first time for a powder dip. It was very clear the woman who performed the service was not well trained. My nails are different sizes and shapes, and the dip is way too thick. I will never go back again. read more

I really enjoyed my pedicure here recently, Lena did a very good job with the cuticles, cut, and cleaning. Massage was very relaxing, and the color lasts the way it should. I will definitely return. read more

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I came here with a design style in mind to get my nails done for my wedding. Jon did an amazing job. He just looked at the inspiration photo and was able to replicate it. I'd say he literally "nailed it!". Best to make an appointment as they are pretty busy during the week and on weekends. read more

Lena's Nails - Jon did an amazing job with my gel manicure for my wedding. I showed a picture of the design and he "nailed it"! - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Still the best! Been coming here years and it's the only place I'll ever go. Thank you all. You are the best, even my husband comes with me it's so good! read more

Lena's Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

John is the MAN. He is truly an artist and is so kind. I get gel Nail polish on my natural nail and haven't had any problems! The parking is pretty weird, you either have to park on the street or in a parking lot in the back of the building that I don't think is technically allowed. read more

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$30 pedicure is standard pricing it seems and they did a very solid job on my toes. Although I wish the calf massage was more than just spreading lotion on my legs. But overall the nail cutting cleaning and paint job is holding up well. read more

I hate to have to do this to any local business. I was on a search for a local nail salon in the area since moving to Castro Valley. I was leaving for the weekend to a friend's wedding, so I was on a search to get a gel manicure (first time since covid started)! Made an appointment the day before and arrived to find out they hadn't written down the appointment. No big deal since there was only a few people inside. From when I walked in to when the lady finished with my gel manicure, it took less than 30 minutes! Way faster than I had ever had a manicure take. I didn't want to make a scene, but the polish (since it's a light color) needed more than 2 layers. Also, the application was done unevenly. I was a bit annoyed that the lady filed my nails crooked when I had asked her to make them square shaped. The gel manicure didn't even last a week. Definitely won't be back... time to keep looking for a go-to place. read more

Lena's Nails - Gel manicure - uneven!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Have been going to Lena's for a long time. This is my first appointment with Heather and she was amazing! Thank you, I love it!!!!! read more

Lena's Nails - Gel pedi with the gold stip is perfect for summer super cute! - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I saw Tina and her staff years ago, and when I moved to Hayward, I stopped coming. Today, my normal place was booked and I really needed a last minute dip mani, and gel pedi for my engagement party this weekend. I had an "ah ha" moment and called Lena's. They accommodated my last minute appointment, and I'm so glad they did! Tina did an excellent job on my dip mani. Perfect shape, and the entire process was just on point. I've been getting dip for a couple years now, and these were definitely one of my best sets yet. Loved my pedi too. Everything was just excellent! Will be coming back again, from now on. read more

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New owner is awful. Went there for a 9am pedi appointment, and sat there for 45min. They acted like I was just there waiting. Seems like they just book you just to lure you in, no accountability with their appointments . No acknowledgment no sorry, and didn't even gives a sh** when I walked out. Wasted my Saturday morning. You will not have any business coming from us again! Hope you close down soon read more

Happy with my acrylic nails! Tina did an amazing job! I was iffy about going in but I do not regret it. read more

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My bestie was in town and we were dying for a pampering self care moment. Luckily Lena's was able to take us as walk-ins graciously and served up some great nails! I loved the color selection (I got a regular polish mani/pedi) and friend got gel. Everything was clean and they're very skilled. I felt very well taken care of and comfortable. I love my nails short and rounded and they did a great job listening to what I wanted. read more

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I can always count on Lena's for a great and affordable pedicure. I often see Marlene and she does an excellent job. In fact, this review is mainly for her. I went to a young woman who was really nice but her pedicures weren't as great as Marlene's. She does a fantastic job with cuticles and a great massage, too. Her pedicures typically last me several weeks! read more

Took a chance in trying out this nail salon for the 1st time. Came in as a walk in without appointment. Needed to have old gel polish removed and wanted gel pedicure. I was happy they were able to fit me in, I like the color I selected and looked like they had a good selection of colors to choose from. I just wasn't satisfied to go back again because they didn't have any massage chairs, and they didn't apply polish to the entire toe nail. read more

Lena's Nails - Missing polish from left side of big toenail, I spent 2 hrs for a gel pedicure. Lacking attention to details - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Love it here. Not from around here, but used this shop many times while working in the area. They are very nice and fast. They work hard and I always leave loving my nails. read more

Booked an appointment with John to have a set of gel nails done for my birthday and he far exceeded my expectations and I got everything I wanted and more! I'm never going to another artist! read more

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Beat pedicures in town! Wish I had the name of the gal that hooked up my ground grippers! She did an outstanding job! Didn't feel rushed, very detailed. Glad I found this place its convenient to my location. Reasonably priced as well! read more

I have visited this nails place three times for my Pedicure and they did an AMAZING JOB! I get my services done by NINA, she is awesome with her work, listens to my needs and has done great pedicure services. The place is clean, very friendly staff and they listen to your needs and make you feel welcomed and comfortable. I HIGHLY recommend this nails salon for your services!!! read more

Lena's is a hidden gem in Castro Valley. Yes, the massage chairs and decor aren't modern like newer salons, but it didn't take away from my experience today. I booked a gel pedicure over the phone. When I arrived I was seated right away. They have plenty of gel colors to choose from. My basic pedicure included a scrub, massage, and hot towels. The woman that did my pedicure took her time, which was appreciated. Their prices are cheaper compared to local salons. I found my new spot for pedicures! read more

Pros: - affordable prices ($28 for gel mani, $25 for regular pedi, $5 extra for French tip) - fast service if you get basic stuff - ladies were nice and didn't talk smack Cons: - so fast that the work is sloppy - not the cleanest or most relaxing place - located on a busy street with little street parking (there is a lot nearby but gets full quick) Just moved to CV and was looking for a local nail salon. I did both a mani and pedi, and was out in an hour which is the fastest I've ever experienced. Maybe it's because I'm biased and have other favorites in Palo Alto/Mountain View area... but there is a balance between time spent and skillset: sometimes too fast means a sloppy job and that's what happened here. A younger woman did my pedicure and I can see the side nails on my toes... The older lady with the bangs did my French manicure and blamed the varying widths of white on my small nails... She also did not clean my cuticles very well and my nails are different lengths. Overall a sloppy job and I won't be coming back. read more

Lena's Nails - My cuticles are not cleaned up and my French tips have varying degrees of thickness and arches - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I have been going to Lena's for more than 15 years. I believe this is the third owner they have had now. The salon looks better than it ever has, painted a nice color. Adding more pedicure chairs was a great idea, he moved the nail stations all together. Tina has been doing my nails this entire time, she is great!!!!! The salon is clean and organized, my pedicure is always done perfect. read more

This place is alright. I got a regular pedicure for $35. Gave the lady $40. Like that the lady wasn't pushy or thirsty for a tip like Ana Nails down the street. It was around 2pm so it was empty, just me. Relaxing and quiet. read more

I found this place on yelp and decided to give it a try after reading the reviews. I truly enjoyed my mani/pedi service here. I came on a Tues morning and it was only me there. The owner Thao was very friendly. Jeanette (?) took her time and was very detailed in what she was doing and I appreciated that. I did not felt rushed. Marlene is also very good with pedicure - I thank her for making my feet smooth again after wearing sandals for two weeks on a vacation. Parking is limited - they share a small parking lot in the back but be careful to not park on the wrong side or your car will be towed. I suggest parking on the street to be on the safe side. They have a variety of nail polish colors to choose from - OPI, Shellac, Essie, etc... The cleaniless of this place is acceptable. I am in and out in about an hour for basic mani/pedi. They tag team and work together. read more

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Great place! People are so nice and my nails turned out great! My daughter agreed we found our new spot! Huge thanks!

This place was great! First off, they were really accommodating and quickly fit my friend and I into their schedule. I never know what I want when I head to a nail salon so luckily they had a lot of choices for me to look through. I found a previous yelper's photo and asked to get the exact same set. They were able to select the colors for me which was great since I suck at picking and choosing. We didn't have to wait long before it was our turn. There's many people working there and they are pretty quick. We were in and out in about 30 minutes and were able to squeeze in a quick lunch afterwards! Everyone there was friendly and chatted with us as we got our nails done. For my gel manicure is was $25 which is a pretty good price! All in all... I really like my nails LOL so I quickly jumped on here to leave a review! read more

Lena's Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Have been coming here for years and they are so polite, friendly, and welcoming! I always have to get pedi every time I go and I tried out this pink iridescent sparkle gel nails ! Love how they help me pick out colors too ! I would highly recommend them! read more

Lena's Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

I called to get booked in right away and they allowed me to come in 15 mins after I called to set appt. Place is compact but tidy. They practice social distancing and clients don't sit next to each other and face masks are required to come. They also have the plastic boards between themselves and you. Gel pedicure & a ombré manicure. Mani and pedi were both great and they make sure you are satisfied with the work. read more

Lena's Nails - Nail Salons Near Me - Castro Valley, California

Did not have appointment but had great experience anyway! Walked in and was seated quickly and Marlene applied her magic to my toes! She listened to what I wanted, gave a great foot and calf massage and good customer service. Thank you for making my treatment so enjoyable. I'll be back. read more

I recently came here to get a full acrylic set and a pedicure for my one year anniversary and was a little nervous since I'd never been before, however I'd read a ton of positive reviews of Tina and booked an appointment with her specifically. I asked for pink and white French ombré acrylics with one accent nail and she gave me exactly what I asked for - my nails were shaped perfectly and weren't too thick or chunky like a lot of people do them. Tina was very communicative and friendly and made sure i got exactly what I was asking for. My pedicure was a clear pink coat with a sparkly tip and the lady who did those was also very attentive - not to mention the lotion they rub your legs with smells like creamsicle heaven. I will definitely be a new regular customer and can't thank Tina enough for these incredible nails! I've gotten so many compliments from friends. read more

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