Me and my girlfriend had 45 mins before a dr. Appointment. We had to get our nails done that day because we were leaving for Coachella the following day. All nail shops would be closed after the dr. Appointment. We came into this place and asked Kim if she would have time to do not one but two gel manicures and pedicures in 45 mins! She accepted the challenge! It was a group effort between 4 people but they did it! And they were so nice! Very good price too! Cheapest I've seen in San Rafael especially for the quality! I highly recommend this place! read more

I love this place! I've been going for years and Kim is a doll. Thank you for such great service.

Really???? C'mon ladies! Have our standards been reduced that much in Marin??? I tried this place given all the five star reviews and left with the worst manicure and mediocre pedicure. Sure, it's only $25 for the combo, but that should still mean a decent mani/pedi. Ok, so here are the pros. The ladies are very nice and the paraffin dip for your feet is an added bonus. Now to the cons. No massage chairs, which is fine if I'm paying $5 less than other places. I don't think they sanitize their equipment. I specifically asked this since I'm pregnant but I saw no evidence of sanitizing. All their equipment was already laying on their tables and nothing was in the germ sanitizing dip. They rushed me when I was picking out my colors and when I told them I was still looking, they rushed me again (I literally took a minute) and said they would pick out the colors for me. Seriously? There was no one in the place. In the end, I was happy with the colors but still, I'm paying for the mani/pedi and the color so I should be able to pick my own colors. There's more. Because the place started getting crowded, they moved me from the pedi chair to the dryer without finishing my mani. They had me walk barefoot on their floors. Again, I'm pregnant and they don't seem to heed my concerns. The worst of it all was that the girl only did one coat of color on my mani and it bubbled all over. When I told her about this, she said all I needed was another top coat. When I told her it was still bubbling all over, she looked at me dumbfounded. I told her I was very unhappy about the polish and still nothing. All she wanted at that point was the payment. I don't know why I still tipped 20%. It's a bad habit of mine to still tip like that for awful service but I was so upset and just wanted to get the hell out of there. Will never go back to this awful place! read more

Kim and her sister were both pleasant but the cuticle stops there! Unfortunately the quality of their work is disappointing. For example, it has only been 11 days and my gel polish has lifted on every nail. Because I have only deviated this one time in 7 years (from my usual salon, Haight Street Nails in SF) I can honestly say this has never happened - EVER. And polish aside, there was nothing memorable about the pedicure. Overall it was rushed and the quality reflects it. I need to have both mani/pedi redone in less than 2 weeks - not okay! As a consumer I don't always believe that a relatively high price is a sign of good quality but conversely I don't believe that a reasonable price deserves mediocre quality. There is such a thing as being BOTH thorough in quality AND fair in pricing. In the case of Nails by Kim there is a very substantial and loyal customer base that clearly feels different so good for everyone involved. As for me I won't be returning. On a side note, the gel mani w/pedi cost $45.00. I gave $60 in cash and I received 3 five dollar bills back. Tip-wise it was fairly tacky and presumptuous to assume I would leave $10. Just saying. read more

Our experience here at Kim's was not at all par with the other reviews. Not even close ! Short staffed, and services performed was not satisfactory at all. Other than Kim the staff wasn't very friendly. My advise is fine another place. read more

Super nice people! The lady that did my pedicure was really good. The place is clean. She did a foot scrub, massaged my feet and did this interesting hot wax treatment. At first I wasn't sure what she was doing or if I wanted to stick my feet in hot wax, but I did... and I LOVED it. I think you should try it, it's a cute little place with great service. read more

I recently moved to San Rafael from the city and am still trying to find my go-to nail salon. I decided to try Nails by Kim first because of both the location (VERY close to my house) and the prices. I would say the girls did an ooookay job. It just felt a little dirty there and the bottles of nail polish and equipment weren't well taken care of (i.e. the nail polish bottles were all crusty and old)--it was just clear they don't take pride in their shop. The other thing that bothered me was that I had gel polish on my hands and feet and instead of using a tool to scrape off the old gel polish, my technician used her FINGER NAILS! I was a little taken aback. Overall, it wasn't the worst mani/pedi I've ever gotten, but certainly not the best either. I think I'm going to continue to look for my go-to salon.... read more

Great deals, great polish selection and great service. Kim is hilarious and her staff is efficient, friendly and always listen to specific requests you may have about how you want your nails done. The pedicures come with a complimentary paraffin wax treatment while seated in a massage chair. They also offer a selection of acrylic gel nail polishes for a little bit extra which last way longer without so much as a chip and are totally worth the extra dough. Plus they always have brand new magazines! I wouldn't go anywhere else in Marin!! read more

It is one of the cheapest places in Marin and you get what you pay for I guess. Have been here on and off for a few times in a hope that they would somehow improve. No they didn't. Today was the very last straw. I made an appointment ahead of time, not only they had me waited, the girl who finally helped me had 3 other clients at the same time, 4 in total. She ran back and forth from cleaning my feet to coloring another girl, to massaging another. That was frustrating and simply horrible! Everyone of them seemed to be rushing around and looked so unhappy with the job. At the end I paid $35 + 20%tip which wasn't much cheaper than other places around. Definitely not a good enough experience worth coming back. There are plenty of nails salon nearby. Tip? Go elsewhere! read more

Just had a great experience here! I got a mani and pedi for a great price! And the service was excellent! Kim is amazing and so are the other ladies, one is her mom :) they are very professional and the pedi chairs are so comfortable. And the parafin wax is such a treat. I have definitely found my go-to in SR. read more

Sooo happy to have discovered Nails By Kim! I no longer have to drive to the City to get my nails done. Kim & her group of gals are awesome! Love the paraffin wax pedicures. Very clean, quick (but never rushed) & reasonably priced. Favorite mani/pedi place in Marin! read more

I've been coming here for years. Kim has literally watched my children grow up! My Gelish polish lasts for weeks and my pedicures are always perfect. read more

I haven't had a mani-pedi in ages. I went today with my niece... What a wonderful experience. The chairs that massage your by back, to the excellent service and wonderful conversation. Kim is a hoot. That poor woman had to convert my near Hobbit feet into human feet. And the prices rock! I will so go back here again! read more

For the price, nothing else can beat it. Kim is super friendly, as is the rest of the staff, and I am definitely returning!

Kim and her team are alway so nice and welcoming!! Super easy to get in with appts. Usually call at least an hour ahead and they alway accommodate! read more

I have been going to this place whenever I feel like a pedicure for years...Plus I get their pedicures as gifts for friends and family. They are clean, friendly, and you definitely get more bang for your buck at this salon. They include paraffin wax dips in their pedicures which makes my feet feel extra smooth...and did I mention that they're clean? The staff are professional and meticulous. I have always had my pedi done by someone who more than competent. No pain when trimming cuticles etc. I have tried all the salons in San Rafael that are similar to this one and none of them topped this place. They have a good selection of polish too. read more

I needed a quick pedicure and they were able to do it in 30 mins with ease including paraffin and attention to callouses! Excellent price too. read more

Every time I come here I have a great experience. The staff is lovely and they are always so kind to my friends and me. I always come here for acrylics and I always feel like a million bucks when I come out! They ask you for your shape and make sure that you're happy with how everything looks, they are very specific about detail and they are perfectionists just like me. They never randomly charge you extra for anything (such as shape or length, which is something that has happened to me in other salons!). Overall they have great prices and great customer service, forever sticking to this salon and I always recommend it to all my friends. (Make sure to make an appointment prior to coming!) read more

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Prices are quite reasonable $25.00 for a mani/pedi which is pretty good for the Marin area. I found the gals there were friendly and they really worked hard. All the equipment is sterilized and only used one time on each customer. My thing is that I would prefer just one person doing my nails or my pedicure. Switching from person to person to person left me feeling that all they cared about was how fast they finished with me, not the quality of the work. Both the mani and pedi were ok but I've had better and will go back to my last place. A bit more expensive but worth the extra money. read more

I've been going to Kim for 5 years now. If you're looking for someone to pay attention to detail yet be quick she is the one. She's not only professional but takes the time out to get to know you as a person. She never turns anyone away. The atmosphere is great and the other employees are as well. The Salon is beautiful as well. read more

I got my first ever pedicure (a gift from my wife), and it was a really nice experience. The massage chairs are amazing, and it was a very relaxing experience. I was the only man in the salon, but I am told that many men are customers. The price was pretty reasonable as well. If you have never had a pedicure, then this is a good place to go for your first one! read more

Not too snazzy but for $20 your pedi gets you a massage chair and a parrafin dip!

I went in for a pedi and thought it was pretty nice. I like the ambient music playing, it was soft and relaxing. They seemed to have a fair amount of polish colors to choose from. However, I really like massage chairs with my pedi, something they do not have. She did a good job on my color then I got a decent leg massage, finished off with a hot towel wrap. $26 + tip. I would go back again. read more

Love this place! They truly care about their clients and do a great job. I will forever go to this nail salon in Marin.

Friendly staff and good pedicures. I love these ladies and so do my feet and hands! Inexpensive mani/pedi at only $25 for the combo. My feet get scrubbed and scraped well and I love the paraffin foot treatment. The only thing that could be improved is I sometimes feel the need to reshape my fingernails a few days later. read more

I just had an acrylic fill and pedicure for $43... I ask them to repeat the total because even in San Diego I was paying more than that. What I liked most is that I was in and out in 45 minutes! By far the faster service I've ever received. The average time spent to have my nails/toes done has been 1.15 for the last 10 years, my last experience was actually close to 2 hours. My nails look great, their chairs are very comfy, it's clean, and the price is ridiculously cheap... see you in 2 weeks ladies. read more

Second time in shop wanted to change from gel to acrylic white tips with a design. Horrible sloppy job, in such a rush it was painful, bubbles under the gel I will NEVER go back very disappointed after paying $70 dollar for pedi and full set. I was literally getting my nails and pro fir 1.45hr. read more

Kim is now doing the Gelish system, which is the same as the Shellac method. You can keep your natural nails but get a perfect set of nails for about 2 weeks and your manicure will not chip. If you are looking for Gel or Shellac in San Rafael, you can't beat Kim! read more

I had to write a review after reading the one by bbb p. I got my nails done today and all the tools that they used on me today were taken out out of a sealed package, so I'm sure that they were sanitized before they used them on me. My mom and I walked in without an appointment and they we able to take us within 10 min. so they are pretty fast, but not to the point that they're rushed. I got my first shellac manicure. My cuticles look a lot better then they did when I went in and it was nice to leave with dry nails. It was $25 for the shellac which seems like a good price for a manicure that will last weeks. read more

This is a GREAT nail salon! They are clean, cheap and have great colors. The women who work here are nice and they do great work. I tried them for the first time and the other customers were all regulars and I can see why! The prices are fantastic too! read more

I just moved to the area and spotted this place as it is in walking distance from my apartment. I needed a quick mani/pedi before a friend's wedding this weekend and was able to get in within a few hours. I was really impressed by the salon's cleanliness. The staff was also super friendly and Kim herself took the time to ask me how everything was at the end of my service. Always a relief to find your go to nail place in a new area! read more

Kim's place is great. Excellent mani-pedi for $30 includes hot wax on your feet. Kim is super friendly and has a great staff. Hint: parking is free on side streets. read more

I have been a Nail's by Kim faithful for the past seven years, even after moving out of Marin three years ago. I can not get a better manicure and pedicure anywhere else. My hands and feel so clean after a visit to Nail's by Kim and my nails are always perfectly shaped and colored. read more

Love coming here!! Kim and her staff are always sweet, kind, and happy! I also love singing along to the music!

I came in last minute and they were really busy but Kim said yes she would take me Anyways. That was so nice and great customer sevice. Then it got even better, a spa pei with sea salt and clay mask for $25! I highly recommend this place. My toes look great!! read more

I've been going to Nails by Kim for about a year now and have been very happy every time. My husband and I went there last summer right before we left for Maui to get married. His sister also went with me one time when she was visiting. They always ask about my husband and his sister and remember our conversations--which blows me away! The polish lasts, everyone is super friendly, and the environment is pleasant. I always appreciate "good value" and Nails by Kim is a great value, for sure! Thanks to all of you at Nails by Kim! read more

Not a fancy place...instead this nail salon is professional, honest, clean, and reasonably priced! I have tried many salons and Kim is the BEST! Nice hardworking professional owner that takes her job and your nail care very seriously. read more

This place is the best in San Rafael hands down! Great service, friendliness. Bonus is no stink and the hand and feet dryers!

Low-profile but awesome every time. Friendly, no attitude, good range of polish colors, comfy chairs, professional mani/pedi for great price, heavenly foot wrap, nail dryers available. I don't know why I bother with anywhere else. read more

I was looking for a place for a good manicure without appointment, happy to find this one! girls a really friendly and they did a good job :) read more