Came here cuz its close to my crib and the prices are super cheap. They don't ever start on time but because its a small shop so if you are in a rush, I wouldn't suggest coming here. I've been here a couple times already and have been trying to hide the fact that I am Vietnamese because I like dropping in their conversations. Then the most recent time I went, the lady asked me if I was Japanese and I responded to her in Vietnamese and it totally freaked her out. I felt so bad. Then she responded with: "Good thing I said only nice things about you in Vietnamese!" Haha. After that it was all over. They told me I was like family and I should come into the shop to hang out with them sometimes or if I ever wanted good Vietnamese food, let them know and they can pick it up for me. Love them! So sweet and funny :) As mentioned above, prices are great too. $25 for a mani and pedi with good laughs. My go to place! read more

Very good $10 manicure (will be $12 after the new year). Called about an hour in advance and made an appointment for a mani for me and a pedi for a friend. The friend is often in this area and recommend the place. This seems like a cheap and quality place to return to if I am around, especially because the staff is so nice and the store dog so adorable. read more

Nail Pretty - Very good manicure by very sweet lady - Nail Salons Near Me - San Francisco, California

Jenny took over the ownership about a year ago as Nalia retired, but mostly the same group of lovely, kind, sweet, funny girls. They care about what they do and you can call and make an appointment or walk in (obviously some days/times busier so may need to wait). I have been going for several years now, couldn't be happier. Good selection of polishes and a waxing room at the rear. Lovely, friendly, and relaxing. One other perk, I will make an order at the cafe next door and they will bring over when ready!! read more

I'm just here visiting SF, but found found this place while walking through the neighborhood...what great luck! Nali and Jenny gave me a mani-pedi at a great price. They were so sweet too! We laughed and told stories together, but they did tell me that they don't always converse with the customers because some customers don't like it. They get their cues from the customer, so if you pop in and want to chat, be sure to strike up the conversation first. The prices were so good that I even got my brows waxed. Total for everything --- $40. WOW! Great prices, great salon, great people....even Bobo (Nali's dog) is friendly and will come say hi. read more

great little neighborhood nail salon. I work nearby and this is my go to spot! Its clean, they do a great job for a good price, and all the ladies who work here are so nice! read more

Decent pedicure. Their massage chairs are decent and service was pretty good. Although I usually do not use this nail salon, it was decent for a last minute choice. Parking is difficult around here but there is meters all around if you can find a way to squeeze in. Oh, they allow you to bring your dog along. read more

The ladies do a great job, are nice, the price is right and it is right around the corner from my house- tres convenient. I got the paraffin wax done for the first time today and it was great because it is soooooo cold right now! read more

This is a wonderful salon. They do a beautiful job and are always so pleasant. So happy they are in my neighborhood.

Naly (the owner) is the sweetest. She remembers everyone who ever visits her salon, even by name. I was pleasantly surprised when on my 3rd or so visit, she already knew my name and when I tend to come! Today I had a late appointment with one of her employees, and she clocked out while my toes were being dried. Naly checked on my toes, got the little details that I didn't notice taken care of, and when I accidentally put on my flip flops too fast and messed up one toenail, took so much time and care to make sure it was redone just right! I offered her extra tip but she insisted on not taking it saying, " I just want you to be happy!" Thank you so much, Naly. I'm so glad to have found my new favorite neighborhood nail salon!! read more

Not my regular spot but I hopped in for a quick mani/pedi because I was in need. These ladies are really nice and had their mix of "regulars" there that I could tell they treat well, which is always a good sign. Not a lot of frills here, just a quick cheap spot but they do a good job. It's been 2 weeks and I finally took off the mani because my nails grew out but it didn't even chip. I repeat: 2 weeks, no chipping. That's amazing. And the pedi is still looking good! read more

This place really is the best. The ladies do an amazing job and are always able to fit me in for a walk in or appointment. If there is a wait, they give you an accurate estimate of how long you'll wait. My gel manicures last at least two weeks. read more

I love this place! It's conveniently close, the women are always friendly, and they do a great job at a very reasonable price! Jenny took over ownership about a year ago and she really cleaned up the place (so those that haven't been there in a while will be pleasantly surprised). I also love how they can accommodate if I need quick services, or if I want to sit in the massage chair and take my time. Thank you Jenny and team for always taking care of me! read more

I'm always happy with the mani/pedis I get at Nail Pretty! I went recently during Covid and felt completely comfortable and safe! It was just me and my friend... no more than 3 customers at a time. Door was open for fresh air and space between us was more than 6 ft. Best to make an appointment... no waiting...and bring a friend or two! read more

The worst experience I have ever had at a nail salon! They started taking off my gel, but then when a regular came in, they completely stopped and began doing her pedicure??? My hands had been soaking in acetone for half an hour. The lady had a lot of trouble getting off the polish (even though it easily comes off when I go to other nail salons) and began hacking at my nails with a pumice. She made my nails so weak and brittle, and was condescending to me the entire time. Since they took so long, I had to leave so I didn't even have my nails painted. They still charged me after this awful experience. My nails still had specks of polish on them (since she did a bad job with the removal), and my cuticles had not been cleaned up. I went back to my regular nail salon the following week, and they let me know that one of my nails were broken (thanks to Nail Pretty). I will most definitely not be returning! read more

This is going to be my new favorite mani/pedi go-to place from now on. We just moved to the neighborhood couple of month ago, and this is 2 blocks from where we live. Both of the ladies are so friendly, funny and accommodating. They treated me like I was their friend, and not a customer who is just there to get their treatment and leave. They really want to do everything to make me want to come back. And I will! They do a wonderful job on your feet. And trust me, I'm very hard to please when it comes to pedicures. Mani is good too. $60 for both mani/pedi gel. I think it's a good price. And their dog is adorable. read more

Nail Pretty - Nail Salons Near Me - San Francisco, California

Jenny and crew are the absolute best. I found them 3 years ago when we moved here and I'm so thankful for them! Beyond doing an amazing job, they care about their clients. During Covid, they have created a very, very safe place. I can't recommend enough. Love them! read more

Super nice ladies. Clean place and Good manicure. On the slow side but good chairs and good prices. A good go to neighborhood place.

This place gonna be my fav place to go to get my nails done !!! Nice service. Talking Vietnamese but it doesnt bother me. They r doing their job good. Loved my pedi time today. Goodluck girls! read more

My favorite nail place in the neighborhood. The ladies are so nice and always do a great job. I have brought many friends here and they all love it! read more

Do not go there! I had my nail polish on Monday evening and it started to fade out on the second day and pieces came out on the third day. I'll never go again. Please do not waste your money there! read more

Nail Pretty - Third day of my nail polish and it's already fading out! Bad place. Never go again! - Nail Salons Near Me - San Francisco, California

I'm pretty sure the ladies talk shit about me in vietnamese, but I don't care, because I love their massage chairs and their good prices. Close to home and they always squeeze me in. read more

Not too crazy about this place for acrylic nails. My nails turned out uneven, lumpy, thick, and very unnatural looking. Very frustrating after spending so much time in there. They are very nice and the place is fairly clean but I would skip this place for acrylics. They looked somewhat ok inside but once outside in natural light, it looked like a little kid did them or I did them myself. The paint job was also really lacking but she was so sweet and really wanting to please, I didn't have the heart to keep correcting her or let her know. I also knew there was no use asking her to fix what she obviously couldn't with her skills. I would have been there all night. read more

"I feel pretty, oh so pretty..." I adore this place. I don't know why it took so long for me to come back. I first came in here to get my eye brows done and they did an impeccable job with just a clean up and shape. Unlike some places that feel like they have to "style" your brows. They kept my natural shape and just cleaned it up, paid attention to the details using the tweezers and offered suggestions for up keep. Usually Nail Pretty is out of the way for me, granted it's around the corner from where my BF works - Laurel Heights isn't my usual haunts for a day out. But oh how things have changed. Tranquility is my spot downtown near work, but Nail Pretty is definitely my go to place. The place is quaint, typical mom and pop nail salon operation - but the ladies are all friendly and uber funny. I pulled my usual silent but observing afternoons, listening in on the conversation I totally understood but played dumb too. They even talked about me in Viet, but you know for the service they provided and care they gave my toes. It was a great afternoon. I love the French Manicure they do on toes here, decent thickness for the line all done by free hand and it LASTS! The pink hasn't faded and shine still glowing. The attention I got on cuticles, and trust me my feet was crying for a pedicure was uber great. Shape was nice, she knew to keep my nails a little longer to have them stay square but filed enough where it's not digging into shoes. Cleaned underneath the nails thoroughly and really cleaned at the dead skin, even buffed away the discolored part of the nail from dark colors. She made a point to prep my nails for the french I wanted. You don't get people who care like that often. And again, I got my brows done - although different girl (same girl who did my toes) - and same excellent results. Gotta love a place where everyone does a good job. Service is quick and the customers all seem like they're usuals, which is a great sign, made me feel comfortable. The ladies weren't pretentious and didn't make hard upsales or make their business out to be more then it is. Which is reliable, consistent and relaxing customer care. It's a neighborhood spot, with ladies who care for their neighborhood clients. Add in some Viet gossip and silly girl laughter, with a killer pedicure - you got me at Pretty. Sidenote - seriously pedicure at 22+2 for a french manicure - that's an awesome deal. Even the combo, 30 for mani/pedi is unbeatable. read more

This is a great place to get a quick mani and pedi. They do a really thorough job and you always walk out of the salon shiny and polished. They even carry Essie polish! read more

Love this place. They are so friendly here and treat everyone with so much care! Whenever I have an appointment I can see people returning all the time and they know everyone's names and make them feel special! prices are good. I always get gel refils and pedi. which is cheaper than most places I've been before! They spend time getting your nails jut right and how you want them! They also have the cutest little dog that toddles around the place too called Bobo! read more

I came in here while on business in SF and was hoping for a simple shellac. When I walked in there were 5 women working and one client. I though, great, not too busy--should be a nice in and out. Ambiance: - this place is clearly a 'regulars' kind of spot, so if you aren't, be prepared to receive less attention to detail - this is the first salon I've been to where the shellac colors are not offered on a display ring, instead I had to basically guess the color through the dark shellac bottles along the wall--not ideal Service itself: - after the woman did the last seal on my nails I noticed TWO black fur hairs on separate nails. I brought this up to the nail tech who gave my nails a strange look and shook her head, followed by blatantly lying to my face that the hair was actually black nail polish that wouldn't come off. Please--no need to redo the entire nail, just take off a couple bucks, or do another coat. Don't lie about it. - took about 75 minutes start to finish - incredibly pathetic massage, like a limp noodle handshake - when I went to pay, my nail tech kept whispering to me to put in a number higher than 30 on the card reader. Very confusing...I think she wanted me to plug in the tip amount on top of the $30 service as I didn't have much cash on me. Needless to say, I won't ever waste my money here again. read more

I appreciate the enthusiasm and precision people put in any profession they have chosen. The ladies at Nail Pretty are true examples of this; very friendly and caring with their customers, and careful with their hands and toes ;) read more

Had some time to kill and my toe polish was chipped so I tried this place today. Lesson learned...I will never again go anywhere but Silk. This place sucked. $21 plus tip is not cheap enough for a crap ass pedi. Seriously. Spend an extra $9 and go to Silk for the pest spa pedi ever! The water in the spa chair got cold very quickly and the lady started clipping my nails without my consent (at Silk they ask you whether you want them clipped or filed before they start). She did an okay job filing and I didn't bleed (you don't get extra stars for that) but she gave me a two minute two bit massage with cold lotion (at Silk the lotion is warm and they give you a lengthy and fabulous massage from calf to toe). Finally the polish job was just okay except that she did not put my sandals on before she started and I nicked the polish when I put them on (ahem, need I mention that Silk puts your sandals on before they polish so you don't run into this problem?). Needless to say I've already removed my polish and can't wait to schedule an appointment with Silk. What a waste of money. On a side note they do yak in Vietnamese but that part doesn't bother me because I like to read the trashy magazines. One star for convenience, availability and a so-so job. If I could give Silk 10 stars I would! read more

When you walk into this little spot you're immediately soothed by the tasteful decor and the welcoming attitude of the aestheticians. If you're a guy and don't mind a little hedonism this is one of San Francisco's hidden gems. Settle back into one of the brand new Spa/Massage chairs, switch on the multidimensional Massage, let the whirling water relax your feet and ankles and relax into pure pleasure. It's fun to hear the other customers express their frustration over their men's reluctance to try Nail Pretty. I go there for regular pedicures and wonderful foot massages at prices which are shamefully low considering the pampering. My feet look and feel great and no painful ingrown nails. When Naly and the ladies do their magic I feel like I'm walking on air. If more guys allowed themselves this little indulgence every once in a while we'd probably never have gone into Iraq. read more

poor tired me and my chipped toe-nailed tired-dogs pounded the pavement a while back looking for the prefect pedicure, and by jove, nail pretty was the place du jour! it's a convivial and clean atmosphere... no offensive chemical odor like some nail places, the woman are friendly, and my toes looked like a million bucks... i got a neck and back massage while waiting for the polish to dry, and that made the whole experience even better. i highly recommend this place, mon amie... it's not only du jour, but i will go back again and again... in fact, i am going tomorrow! read more

Very good mani/pedi. It's so inexpensive you can splurge on the spa chair.

Every time I get my nails done here, I try to remember to write a review and always forget... not this time! Nail Pretty is my go-to manicure spot and I've never been disappointed. Gel typically lasts me 2-3 weeks with no issues, and my recent regular manicure has lasted 10 days without chipping. The ladies are sweet and do a great job of accommodating walk-ins and taking appointments. It's no frills, but the prices are good and the quality is great. read more

Definitely the best mani/pedi I've had in SF - well, for the value ($25). The manicures last for 5 days, which is 2 more than other places. No frills, but very clean. They definitely talk about you while you're there, but they have lots of magazines so that you can keep busy. read more

This place is cheap (30 for Manipedis) but not a relaxing experience. Estheticians are constantly chatting to each other very loudly and they refused to let in air to their stuffy, acetone wreaking salon. I wouldn't return. read more

I have lived in Laurel Heights for 20 years and just stopped going to nail pretty. The 'massage chairs' don't work, the nail techs are rude and for a cheaper pedicure you can get better service and working chairs just across the street! read more

Fabulous shop! Fun, lovely group of ladies here and the prices are great. Definitely will be my go-to nail shop from now on.

I love this place. My only concern is that the girls can get a little loud when they get to talking excitedly. Not exactly a relaxing experience. But the owner is excellent and the prices are decent. I'm always happy a pedi here. read more

Short wait for a walk in, great french manicure but left some white polish on the tips of my fingers. Hand massage was rather cursory. Prices great for Pac Heights! read more

This place is great. The ladies are so funny and always nice. I have been coming here so long that this place is like a second home. And, Nely just got new massage chairs that are really great. She is so proud of them, so don't get her started or she really tell you all about them! read more

Good basic, go-to place for a mani/pedi if you're in the area. It was really busy, crowded and somewhat chaotic when I went (Sunday afternoon) but I got what I needed and my nails look pretty good. read more