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    Nails at Southshore

    4.2 (263 reviews)
    ModerateNail Salons
    Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

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    Services - Nails at Southshore

    Nail fill-in

    Toe nail fill-in

    Hand nail fill-in

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    Hand and toe nail fill-in

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Pedicure

    Nail polish change

    Toe polish change

    Hand polish change

    Hand and toe polish change

    Nail polish removal

    Toe polish removal

    Hand polish removal

    Hand and toe polish removal

    Nail repair

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    gel x by lily
    Aubrey

    If you want a cute gel x design, ask for Lily! I called in to schedule with her after I got off work and it was a bit busy, but she took me and did a phenomenal job. I told her that I wanted black french tips with a few designs and showed her the inspo pics. If you just show her a picture, she can do it for you. I was able to get this set done in a little over an hour. She is also super sweet! I'm booking with her every time I go here!

    Lisa H.

    I last minute decided to try this spot as it's closeby, had availability on short notice and seemed like the reviews weren't too bad. I'm extremely particular with my nails and felt like I wanted to try something new but even from the phone call to schedule the appointment itself was rude, tool cleanliness was not the best and the paint job itself was rushed I had to go to my regular salon to fix them as they also shaped my right toe slanted which has never been that shape. I wouldn't go back and for anyone that is particular with their pedicures please be aware of the quality you're getting.

    Lily did exactly what I asked for and she was so sweet. Honestly everyone in the shop was very nice. I will be back and do recommend going!
    Atiya W.

    The quality is so good! I would def recommend stopping by if you're in a pinch and need to get your nails done quickly. The staff was also super nice!

    Ana Q.

    Been coming here a long time, mostly because the work is normally high quality and long lasting. Today was different. It was busy, which isn't unusual for a Saturday morning. However my nail tech today (she may possibly be the owner or manager or both) was constantly answering her phone from clients, checking on other clients in the salon, working on others while also working on my service. The end result? A longer than normal service, really rough cuticle area and uneven nail shape from filing. I hope this is a one off situation and not going to be the norm.

    Nail design

    So impressed with Lilly and this manicure! She was so fast and did an incredible job (and I'm picky). I will go back here every time!!

    This place is ALWAYS my go to especially with my nail designs. They are so detailed and precise with it. I knew after trying a different salon and my nails looking nothing like the design that I couldn't go anywhere else but here for my nails. I called nails at southshore up the next day and they fixed my nails to the exact design I wanted.

    Medium almond w/ silver chrome French tips
    Helen C.

    Found this salon on a whim and it's such a gem! Everyone here is so friendly and sweet. Lily is so good- I love how meticulous she is with every step. It's been a while since I've had this GelX set and they are definitely worth it. Make an appointment if you don't want to wait too long :)

    Sarah Z.

    LOVE coming here! I included photos of my most recent sets from here. They all looked so good!! Usually I am skeptical about certain nail salons being able to achieve intricate designs (I've had a lot of failed experiences at other places) but so far Nails@Southshore has been delivering!! And because they are so reasonably priced, it makes me want to frequently go back to get my nails updated without feeling like I have to sell an arm and a leg LOL. The only downside is that I noticed that this salon doesn't put as much emphasis on cuticle clean up, but that's something I'm okay with as the nail itself is what I care more about! So just FYI! Definitely going to be coming back again!!

    Marquitta H.

    Beautiful by Lilly, Had to share this new set I love Lily work . Very professional, fast, and grow your nails .

    French tip mani with gold shimmer and bling diamonds!!
    Crystal C.

    I love my nails! I came in not sure what I wanted, since I usually get Gel-X, but once we saw how long and healthy my natural nails were, we decided to keep them -- and I'm so glad we did. The pedicure was beautiful as always, and Lily did an amazing job on my manicure. We did a French tip with a gold accent and a little diamond bling for the perfect classy sparkle. This is my go-to nail salon at South Shore. The team is always kind, consistent, and detailed. Highly recommend!

    Lani does the best designs!
    Iris H.

    Lani always does a great job! I ask for designs and she always makes it look amazing.

    Chipped nail not even 24 hrs after

    I wanted to give this shop another try because the first time l came, I got gel x and they were super clean and pretty and their pedicures always come out so neat. Aesthetically they're pretty good. I came in yesterday and it wasn't super busy as it has been the past two times I've been. I came in to do a gel builder and gel pedi combo. The lady that did my pedicure was through, kind, and my toes turned out great! So clean! At the same time, another lady started working on my hands and I knew she knew her stuff but honestly she kept stopping and talking the entirety of my appointment. I usually don't mind when the nail technicians talk amongst each other but it was excessive this time around especially because she'd stop just to talk to other people and although I'd say it didn't take super long, it was a bit uncomfortable to just sit there. On top of that, one of my nails has already chipped and I haven't necessarily done much since getting them done not even 24 hours ago, and a one nail has something under the gel. Cleanliness is a huge thing too and it doesn't seem like they throughly clean the materials used (towels, hand dryers, etc). Price wise is pretty fair but I'm not sure if I'd come back. Update: another nail just chipped lol.

    Lauren W.

    Decided to visit based on a friend's recommendation and I had time to do my nails prior to a trip. I was a walk-in, so there was quite a wait until I could be seen, so appointments are highly recommended before coming in the future. This was my first time getting Gel-X nails with a design, and I was not disappointed! They do their best to follow the pics and design you bring to them, and the attention to detail definitely shines in the results. The nail colors are very vibrant and stand out in a beautiful way. Regarding the length of my nails, I wanted them as short as possible but still able to fit a design in - which my nail tech was able to accommodate wonderfully. Price-wise, Gel-X nails begin at $55 and + $20 for the design. Unfortunately I do not reside in this area, but if I were to visit again I will definitely make sure to pay a stop here and get my nails done!

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    How much extention full set?

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    Hi, just wondering what is included in your deluxe pedicure service? Gel polish? Hot towel? Callus removal? Scrub? Massage?

    Yes we did that and we give you longer massage

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    Review Highlights - Nails at Southshore

    I relocated to the Bay in 2024 and had been searching for a while for a go-to nail tech in Alameda, and I'm so glad I found Lily!

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    Vena Nail Salon

    Vena Nail Salon

    4.6
    (129 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $$

    I recently moved from southern california and was having trouble finding an affordable place to get…read morea pedicure. All of the pricing in San Francisco is rather high in comparison to back home. I stumbled upon Vena's late at night scrolling through Yelp and couldn't be happier! The establishment is clean, the service was amazing, and I'd definitely come back again. I got a basic gel pedicure which was $50. I had grown out gel polish from about 3 months ago that they carefully removed. They even noted that the color I liked was sheer and recommended mixing 2 shades to make the color pop more. Other places would not provide their suggestion. The lady doing my pedicure was careful and kind. It took about 1 hour in total after finishing the gel and doing a massage/lotion with hot stone. I did not expect to be so pampered! I do highly recommend an appointment because they are BUSY! I had my pedicure on a Sunday and while they do take walk-ins, the salon was quite packed with existing appointments. They were honest with the long wait time with folks walking in which I appreciated as other places make you sit without real notice of when they can receive you. I can't wait to come back again and maybe try a manicure next time.

    Uhh, I so hate that I have to update my review to give them a low rating. The staff is great. My…read morenails look amazing and they are super friendly.. the low review is for how the management tried to nickle and dime me, twice. From what I was told, fills cost $5 extra for short nails. They said it takes more material for shorter nails. So the only way to not be charged extra is if you get a fill when your nails don't grow in between fills. Unfortunately I will have to find a new salon that doesn't charge extra for short nails. Edit: 1 star for Joe's reply. If the fill cost $60 because you have to shape the nails, just say it's $60. The point of getting a fill is to fill in the growth so of course if you keep your nails short, they will need to be cut short. Great work from staff. Dishonest management.

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    Been coming here forever. Staff makes you feel at home. Latest set was perfect. If you're thinking of trying them, go--they're worth it.
    Been coming here forever. Staff makes you feel at home. Latest set was perfect. If you're thinking of trying them, go--they're worth it.
    Nail station wing. Look at how clean and organized this space is!
    Nail station wing. Look at how clean and organized this space is!
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    Checkout area + price list as of 7/17/2025.
    Angel’s Nails Spa

    Angel’s Nails Spa

    3.7
    (262 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    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.

    After a break of over one year since my last visit here, I am impressed with how this place has…read moregotten even better and they were already pretty good and one of my favorite Nail Salons in Alameda. First of all, the service is ALWAYS friendly and they do a great job of acknowledging business that walks in and ensuring waiting clients are comfortable; offering water or tea upon entering and providing a spacious, clean and comfortable waiting area. Also, this salon has to be the CLEANEST and most organized nail salon on the island. With recent decor upgrades, it's an even more beautiful and relaxing space. I can appreciate a staff who pays attention to details other than the work they do on nails. Especially with nail service prices climbin in general, it's nice that the salon puts a huge effort for the space to feel luxe and comfortable. Anyway, I came in with bare nails that needed help after 2 months of Gel X sets and fills. I opted for hard gel over my natural (itty bitty) nails to add strength and durability while I grow my natural nails out. For anyone curious, it's very similar to acrylic over natural nails or nail tips but the material is gel based (I think polygel?) The nail tech was kind, patient and thorough. After about an hour of work, my nails looked revived and despite the short length of my natural nails, they still looked bomb and cute. A little sparkly top coat on top of the milky pink hard gel and my manicure was done. I can't wait for my fill appointment when my nails are a bit longer and can start to be shaped out to the medium-short almond length I'm aiming for.

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    iNailspa

    iNailspa

    3.6
    (171 reviews)
    1.3 mi
    $$

    A neighbor suggested I try iNailspa for pedicure when I recently developed a hip problem. I use the…read moreSpa Pedicure, which is totally relaxing and therapeutic for both feet, especially the leg affected by hip pain. Professional, kind, courteous and excellent service.

    This is truly one of the worst gel x experience ever and I've been getting my nails done for over…read more20 years now. I grew my nails out so I can get a gel builder set. I broke one nail the night before and asked for a gel x one to replace the broken nail. My hope was to maintain the length that I worked hard to grow. The technician chose a nail that didn't fit my finger at all. Proceeded to awkwardly place the nail and glued/cured it down. Not only is it lifted and separated, it's misaligned. I can literally fit a metal file between the real nail and the pressed on one. When I brought this up, she proceeded to tell me that my nail is crooked and that's the reason for the gap.. *cue angelah Johnson's skit* I asked her to take it off and to try an acrylic nail instead since she didn't seem to keen on gel x. She refused and instead filed the sides more to 'fix it'. Bottom line is this, there's really only one token person who does all the different services well. Everyone else either seems to be fillers for simple manicure and pedicures. I'm tired of spending my hard earned money on techs that don't know how to do something you ask but attempts anyway and will not take accountability for when they mess up. This is not a nail school and the prices don't reflect it either. I now have to pay someone else, somewhere else to fix the one nail after spending $90 here. Let this be a PSA: We work too hard to earn our money for these life luxuries. Don't let shops like this make you feel like you're the problem when you bring up their wrong doing. You deserve to get what you pay for. AVOID THIS PLACE AT ALL COST.

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    Let your hands do the talking. This design adds a quiet touch of elegance.

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    Hi Tech Nails

    Hi Tech Nails

    3.6
    (69 reviews)
    0.8 mi
    $

    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!

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    My fave fall mani
    My fave fall mani
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