My daughter and I have been seeing Tina for years for lashes. She is excellent! She takes half the time because she is so good and her price is VERY reasonable. We have both been to other people when out of town, which confirmed that Tina is GOOD. My daughter's lashes are super thick and full like the college girls like them, and mine are more natural but still full. She listens to what you would like and doesn't require you to go every so often or pay more like other salons. I go once a month and it's the same price. Tina is grateful for her clients and it shows. Try her! Their new location is pretty and quiet with lots of parking. Oh, and the best part? You can book on an app! Makes scheduling and rescheduling so easy! read more

Terrible job. Refused to fix them but told me I didn't have to pay and ran off and left me standing in the middle of the nail salon. Just wasted an hour of my life! No apology or trying to make it right. Horrible job read more

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My daughter and I and granddaughter went there yesterday to get pedicures. My daughter booked it online through a website. The website screwed up our reservations. The gentleman who works there came up to talk to us. He found our reservations on the website proceeded to laugh at us saying we had messed it up. My daughter followed the directions on the website. Another worker came up and looked at the reservation and started laughing at us. It wasn't my daughters fault that the website messed up. No apologies or anything. We left and went to NC nails down the street and got great pedicures read more

I've gotten my nails done here three times now, once for acrylics, twice for fill and pedicure. The first two times I walked in, and I will say there seems to be a difference in service between walking in and having an appointment. The first time I saw Tammy. She was honest with me about her skill level when I asked her for a complicated design, but she worked through it with nice results. The first set was a bit lumpy and uneven, but I tipped her well with the intent of returning with an appointment to ensure she had time to focus on her work, as she seemed skilled and knowledgeable, just rushed. In a rush to get a fill before an event, I walked in about three weeks later and had another girl do my fill. She was rough with my hands and cut my cuticle so deeply with the dremel my finger bled and she had to stop to rinse it off. Admittedly, I almost didn't return after this visit, but I was still confident in Tammy, so about three weeks later I called and made an appointment for a fill with her. My intuition paid off! Tammy was lovely and relaxed in my appointment. My nails came out absolutely gorgeous, and I couldn't be happier. I'll have to have my set removed next time, as my nails are growing out too much underneath, but each fill has lasted three weeks or more with little issue. I will say the pedicures are relatively lack luster, and on one occasion I had a pedicure added while I waited for an acrylic tech to be available. I didn't mind because I was considering a pedicure anyway, but this may be a negative to those who don't like to be up sold. I get pedicures for hygienic purposes, so they suit me just fine, they just don't seem particularly impressive. So learn from my mistakes! Go in and find a nail tech you like, then schedule appointments to see them instead of walking in! Each girl charges differently, so make sure you check the price with your tech before you get your service, but they all offer very reasonable prices. Overall, I'm very happy with this location. read more

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They are back open and I was able to finally get my nails done today after several months of the quarantine. Tina has done a wonderful job at making sure that the salon is safe and clean. I have been going here for years so all of the staff is like family to me and I enjoy seeing them. It was nice to have them re-opened and it felt good to know that they are doing the procedures properly. Thank you! Welcome back! read more

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On three separate occasions I had my pink & white fills done here. I requested a different nail tech each time because I was never impressed with the work the previous person had done. I get a fill every two weeks. My first visit I had Tami, then Tina, and lastly, Lynn. The women seemed pleasant enough. That being said, their work left much to be desired. My fill by Tami lifted so badly that it was recommended I get a full set when I went in for a fill two weeks later. Tina's job left very prominent "rings of fire" which looks terrible and tells me she was too aggressive with the nail drill. Most recently, Lynn got the fill on my cuticles so after only a week of nail growth, the grown out filling looks completely lifted. read more

Nailtoepia Salon - Lynn's P&W fill after 1 week lifting very badly (pointer finger). Rings of fire very prominent from Tina's fill 2 weeks prior. - Nail Salons Near Me - Encinitas, California

Despite some negative reviews, my mom and I went to check this place out. Saw Toni's name on a couple reviews and booked an appt with him. Got my gel mani done by Toni and it was literally the Best experience at a nail salon I've ever had. Scheduling my next appt now. Book an appt with him, you'll thank me later. And On behalf of my mom... "Hannah is the best! A perfectionist. She's incredible. Worth every cent. NEVER going anywhere else." read more

I got my nails done here for a holiday party. I had my unruly 4 year old with me and for only 7$ they painted her nails and put a snow flake on her tiny thumb. They made it possible for me to get a manicure and look good but still spend time with my kid. Thank you! read more

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Great experience! Tony gave me just the right pedi bling for Jamaica!! I'd highly recommend visiting and Tony is a true nail artist! read more

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ecided to try a new salon since I had a couple hours to burn in the area. I asked for a mani/pedi and was rushed to a pedicure chair. I tried to pick a nail polish color but was told over and over to go to the chair. The place was PACKED. They just pointed to a general area. When I didn't know which chair, she became agitated. I was not asked which type of mani/pedi... it just started... and it was no nonsense. I tried to close my eyes and enjoy the lackluster 5 minute massage, but the noise level in the place was so high it was impossible. The employees were yelling at each other in Vietnamese, back and forth, constantly. It is obvious that their goal is QUANTITY, not quality. It wasn't until the nails on my second hand were being filed when I realized that they were re-using files, tools, etc on multiple clients, on the hands and feet. Gross! The nail polish job was subpar. The pict speaks for itself. During the check out process they slide your credit card twice. One charge for the person that did the pedicure, and a separate machine for charging the cost of the manicure. I found this odd. When I looked at my bank statement, the business name does not appear on the charges. Instead it is the individual's name. I definitely will not return and will not recommend feiends. Not until they start adhering to the appropriate rules/regulations for cleanliness read more

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I came to get my acrylics filled and the lady who did them was totally rushing and not taking her time or being careful at all. She nicked my cuticles a couple times and put the filer on my skin, which really hurts. Now my nails look super bulky and frumpy and uneven. The place is super nice but it did also smell like fart the whole time. And then when she had finished my nails the lady asked me "how much tip are you paying me?", I have never been to a nail salon where a technician asked me that.. seemed very unprofessional. I probably wouldn't go there again unless one of the guys did my nails. read more

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I have been getting my eyelash extensions done by Tina for a couple months now and have had an absolutely great experience with her work. I went into her with a mess of lashes done by another salon and she took the time to repair, redo, and fix my lashes for no extra charge. Every time I leave this salon I leave happy and overly satisfied with her work! I HIGHLY recommend getting eyelashes done here, and you cannot best the price! Especially for how phenomenal the outcome is! read more

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Absolutley love this place, Ive been to Color nail and other shops in the area but nothing compares. They have a ton of chairs, nice ladies, and men", and overall great experience. Clean and structured , no pushy nail ladies. Worth the price. i get gel manis faithfully.. and this gel tops all other gel.. My Tech is TONY! HE DOES AN AMAZING JOB. quick and neat. all pedi ladies do the best jobs .. i like my toes and nail precise . i love the colors too !! read more

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I LOVE LOVE TINA!!!!!! I've been seeing her for lashes and nails for about 4 years now. I've driven from Ramona and poway just for her and her work!!! She's amazing and always gives me that boost and uplift I need. I get my nails and lashes done every 3 weeks. Honestly tho they could go longer. I highly highly recommend her!!!! read more

This was the worst nail service ever!! I made an appt. in a pinch. I got to the salon, and I noticed right away it was filthy! Nails on the floor, and tables covered with dust. Cutting to the chase my pedicure was super sloppy. I felt really uncomfortable so I paid for the service. When I got home I realized i should have spoken up. I called back to see about getting my money back. I was passed to multiple nail techs to explain my story. They were beyond rude and said that if I wanted a refund I had to come back. I went back to the salon about an hour later and was told that my card had been refunded. I graciously said thank you and was very appreciative. As I was buckling up to pull away I hear a tap on my car window. It was the technician who did my pedi. She was yelling at me asking why I didn't want to pay her for her service. She continued to yell and list off all the services she had performed, massage, callus removal etcetera. I apologized and thanked her and explained I was unhappy with the outcome. She began screaming at me saying "stop saying thank you, stop saying sorry, why don't you want to pay" after being screamed at in the parking PT for about 3 minutes, I politely told her "I no longer wanted to be berated in the parking lot".Then she pointed her two fingers in my eyes and said "I'll remember you". It was one of the most awkward experiences I've ever had getting my nails done. In conclusion, the salon is very cheap in price. That being said it is filthy and the customer service is beyond poor. I can't believe this place is open. I will never venture away from my normal amazing salon! (Hush Beauty Lounge) BEWARE!!! read more

Tony at Nail Toepia is the best! He is professional and really values his customers business. But the best part is that he's an absolute wizard at Nail design! I moved further away from the salon but will continue to come here for my Bi-monthly gel manicure appointments with Tony!! read more

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TINA IS AN ABSOLUTE GEM. And her husband is such a hard worker also! TONY is wonderful too, very busy and very diligent. The staff here is hands down the most beautiful nail business I've ever seen. Extremely low prices and fast even when busy. Please give them a shot if you're in the area!! I believe it's $35 for a mani-pedi and the manicure is gel! TIP according to service, they deserve it you guys!!! Xoxo read more

i got my nails done here for christmas- i got acrylics. It started off well and the lady was very nice in helping me copy a picture from pinterest. then issues started to arise- first she dipped my fingers in the acrylic powder ( is that sanitary?) i had never seen that done before. then she kept filing my nails down so they lost the shape i was going for (almond shape) but i was already an hour in and i didn't have time to start over. I paid and left- then i realized all the nails on my left hand were lumpy!! she didn't make sure the acrylic was smooth so looking at them they'd have a distorted shape. Then half my nails didn't even last a week. they were snapping in half with little impact like me grabbing my wallet out of my purse. I went to get them fixed at a new place since i went out of town for the holidays and the lady the actually laughed at how horribly the woman shaped my nails and how they were lumpy- she offered to fix all of them for $15 because she felt so bad. A week and a half later after getting them done 4 nails have broken and i am getting the rest removed and redone at a different place. read more

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She actually broke skin in multiple areas from filing so hard. They had a large selection of color but they do not do ombré. read more

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Nails by tony! Amazing as always, honestly because of him I can't go anywhere else. The quality of work he does is out of this world. read more

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This place is super busy so maybe they feel rushed, but my pedicure was sloppy. I left with polish on my skin and an uneven paint job on my toes. Will not be back read more

They all spoke Vietnamese and that bothers me because I don't know what they are saying, but I did notice they were talking about my and my group. Not professional, ladies! But more so, they rushed me and did not take their time on my nails. It looks like my nails have grown out and I just got them done, even after I let her know to go closer to the cuticle. My pedicure, Nancy was wonderful and I would go back for her. Please learn some respect and please, if you're going to rush my service, at least be able to do a decent job, I am paying a lot of money. read more

It's been about a year maybe more since my last visit to a nail salon so it's safe to say I hardly ever get my nails done, let alone a full set of acrylics, and I am really not nit-picky about them. After going here I know I won't be back. I'm giving them two stars because they appeared clean and very nice when they were done. Upon closer look, there was a gap between my real nail and the fake one she glued on under the acrylic which already has stuff (food,dirt,ew!) in it I can't get out. Aside from that, I have only had them a total of 4 days and they are already starting to separate at the base of my nail. My thumb corner chipped off on day 3 while I was snapping my dog's collar with very little force, I had to superglue it back on, and have yet to file it down. At first glance sure they look nice, but they are really lacking quality for their price. read more

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I've been going to Tina for many years. She is so efficient and fast, yet her attention to detail to make my nails look amazing every time is like no other. Not to mention she always finds a way to fit me in, which is appreciated! I have tried other salons and there is just no comparison. Her mani/pedicurist are always great and you can also get a great neck massage while getting your nails done. Also, you can't beat her prices. Tina and her husband, Ryan, always research the best new techniques. Highly recommend Nailtopia! read more

I came here with a girlfriend for some birthday pampering and we had a pleasant experience. This is her go-to salon. Apparently, they recently revamped their store meaning beautiful, CLEAN, MASSAGE chairs at every station. This also means that you get a free chair massage with your service! My friend got a regular mani/pedi and I got a pedicure and gel manicure. The two ladies we had were quick and efficient. I gave 4 stars because there was a small, but noticeable air bubble on my right index finger when I left. I know this can happen with the gel manicures so it's not a huge deal. I loved the Malaga wine OPI color for the toes and the OPI ballet slippers for nails. At 2.5 weeks, the gel manicure is still holding steady with a few subtle fine cracks but no chipping. Overall, love the new massage chairs! Try to make an appointment because it looks like the place gets packed. read more

Tina was recommended to me for a gel fill since my long-time nail gal relocated a few weeks ago. I called and made an appointment stating I needed a gel FILL knowing it can get confused with a gel manicure. I showed up on time and confirmed again that my appointment was for a gel FILL with gel powder, etc. The receptionist went and talked to Tina who then asked me if I made an appointment, that should have been my first clue she was over-booked. I waited for about 15 minutes and started to get concerned. Tina was very busy working on 2 people at the same time. She was very nice and started filing my nails nicely, etc. Then she "filled" my nails with what looked like nail polish. I confirmed AGAIN I needed a fill and she said that is how she does them. It took her a total of 5-7 minutes then she turned me over to a gentleman who painted my nails while he was standing. He had to buff off the first top coat because it was reacting and shrinking. 2nd clue this was not going to work. It's been 5 days and one nail has completely chipped off revealing my real nail, which is impossible to do with a gel FILL. Meaning what I got was a polish change for $25. Very disappointed. I won't be going back and moving on to find my next salon. read more

My mother and I have been clients of Nailtopia for over 15 years. We look forward to our visits.... Wonderful pampering from head to toe. Each service provider is excellent. I would recommend the resin polish for nails. From lashes , massages, nails and pedicures we are never disappointed. read more

Vincent does my gel manicure and is extremely detailed and meticulous. I love this nail shop! I haven't had a bad experience in the past 2 years. read more

BEST MASSAGE CHAIRS EVER! Great prices. WOW I LOVE this places they do a great job & it feels swanky & upscale too but not pricey. What more could u ask for! read more

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This used to be my go-to place! But the last two times I've been here for a manicure (in Sept for a regular manicure with polish and in Nov for gel). In September, the polish was uneven and with air bubbles. In November, a week ago I got a gel manicure. It was uneven in some areas but overall ok. But then! The polish was already rolling up five days after I got the gel. It's frustrating. I won't be coming here anymore. I feel bad because the women who work here are so kind and wonderful. But for the price and the low quality, I can't afford spending money and time here for nails that won't last. read more

My nails ended up being super bumpy and there were bubbles in some of the paint. My sister's paint started cracking after a day. The guy also cut me and it was super painful. I asked for round nails but they ended up kind of square. I wanted one hand to be painted pink and the other purple, and the guy doing my nails laughed at me. I have a short fingernail that always splits when it grows long, so I cut it short, and when he saw it he laughed at me. Poor service, mean people. read more

My family and I have been regulars at this place for years, and I've loved their services. Unfortunately, last time I was there I realized that they reuse tools. Not even a rinse in between each client.... disgusting. read more

Literally the WORST experience I've had at a nail salon. First of all, my nail tech overcharged me. I told her to make the total $32. She confirmed by asking, "32?" And I said yes. I later saw my bank statement which showed she charged me $72. Infuriating! In addition, I got a gel mani and it chipped within the first 3 days. It's heavily chipped after two weeks. I thought I'd give this place a chance but I'll definitely never be returning. read more

I just returned from a great pedicure at Nail Toepia. It had been 2 years since I last visited their old location off Rancho Santa Fe Rd., and I was delighted to be greeted as an old friend by several staff members I recognized from my many pre-Covid visits. The pedicure, by Mary, was excellent. She took time to help me find the right polish, and did a wonderful job on my nails and feet (I especially liked the hot rocks incorporated into the foot and leg massage that is still standard with their pedicures). And on the subject of massage, the new chairs are even better than before, so relaxing. As an added note, I did have an appointment and was seen almost immediately on arrival. I look forward to going back. read more

What a HORRIBLE excuse for customer service. I Was referred here by a friend that was a long time customer to this establishment, particularly getting her eyelash extensions done by TINA. I myself went to her once as well as my cousin and we have countless friends we have also referred to her. Well that is no longer. I received a call from my friend who referred ALL of us, and she was in tears due to TINAs crappy attitude. She always gets extra black, double layer lashes (like we all do, it's the reason we went to Tina) but today TINA gave her normal Whispy lashes that honestly just look like her natural lashes. The upsetting part was when she asked TINA if next time the lashes will be how they normally are (she didn't even complain about the current state of her lashes) which is dark, thick, and full, TINA got visibly annoyed and told her to go to somebody else! Instead of answering her question or providing her with an explanation she decided to drop her as a client after a YEAR! I cannot believe that reaction. We will never return and neither will any of our friends (which is honestly Like at least 10 clients). read more

I come here about every three weeks for a gel manicure and pedicure...Everyone their is extremely pleasant and kind and will always work you in if you didn't book an appt...they are happy to help you and their nail colors are endless... Thanks for such great service! read more

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I've been coming to Tina for eyelash extensions for a few years now & absolutely LOVE her work. I drive 30 min just to have her do them for me, & don't trust anybody else. She's super quick, the lashes actually last, & she gives you exactly what you ask for!! read more

I had a perfect pedicure yesterday. Nice atmosphere not a bunch of vietnamese chatter and ultra modern decor. Massage chairs are very nice. Only 22.oo . read more

*~DOES NOT DO SNS DIP NAIL THE CORRECT WAY~* So I'm from Dallas and I've been getting dip nails for over 5 years. This nail salon advertised they do dip nails but the fail to deliver. Problems listed in order: 1. Did not do any clean up around cuticles 2. Filed my nails with the drill instead of shaping by hand, so VERY lazy and the results are sloppy 3. When starting the dip nail process they are SUPPOSED to do a base coat but instead this salon skips this vital step & goes straight into the color 4. I believe they are using the wrong nail polish to have the dip color attach to because the color does not come out as vibrant or colorful as usual 5. Most importantly they DO NOT finish the process with the dip nail sealant top coat. Instead they put a gel top coat on, which DOES NOT WORK. The two are not meant to be used interchangeably. Gel gets a gel top coat and dip had ITS OWN top coat. So by cutting corners this salon is charging customers for a more expensive service and only delivering on a portion of it. It's like a half completed job on top of false advertising. So the result is a nail service that has dip color but is thin and will eventually discolor and crack in a few days vs real dip nails that can easily last 3-4 weeks. When I brought this issue up to my nail technician and I refused to have a gel top coat her solution was to put a regular nail polish top coat without consulting me?! That's a complete two steps down. So long story short I went to my regular salon and had to have them fix this botch job. So money & time wasted and I'm here to warn you. read more

I have been here two times. First was with my mom where we requested two spa pedicure chairs next to each other. We said we were willing to wait if they weren't available then. The woman rolled her eyes, as though we were an inconvenience, and said, "you just come now" to me, insinuating that I should take a seat and my mom would take next available, wherever that may be - exactly what we didn't want. The second time was a Friday afternoon. I was getting married that weekend and my mom made an appointment for 4, so the bridal party ladies could all go get their nails done together. All getting pedicures and a few getting manicures. Appointment was made weeks in advance and confirmed week of (by us, not them). We arrive and it was like we never made one - staff not ready to help us all, no chairs grouped together. It was ridiculous. Then, 2 women start on 2 of us, while the other 2 just sit and wait. Awkward. Not fun. Well, 1 of the women not being helped actually was on the shortest time crunch, so my mom asked that the nail tech working on her stop and start on our friend instead, explaining she had to go first. The nail tech wouldn't stop! My mom actually asked 3 times and finally pulled her feet up toward her to get the nail tech to listen! It was so awkward and just an un-enjoyable experience for what was to be a fun day. She specifically made an appointment here, instead of our usual spot (the Nail Lounge in the "old Target" center by the 99 cent store, at El Camino Real & Encinitas Blvd) because they had more chairs and a larger staff and we figured they would be better equipped to help us all at once. Wrong! And I know it doesn't necessarily warrant a lower star count, but the kids' chairs with the neon bear heads, really, really, really freak me out. read more