Sophia is my favorite! She knows exactly what to do with my nails, just the way I like them. You are an angel, Sophia! read more

Nancy's Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

Due to my move to Alameda in August of 2013, I was not sure where I would be getting my manicures and pedicures regularly. As most people would do, I checked Yelp and saw that this salon was not far from where I lived. I had nothing to lose, so I went and checked them out. ...almost a year later, I go to them regularly because of three reasons: 1. Their patience: The ladies that work here are so patient with all of their customers. I personally feel like they enjoy what they are doing so it is never awkward. One time they were nice enough to stay a little past 7pm to accommodate me since I had to commute from the city and arrived there a little past 6pm. 2. Their choices of colors: I love the Essie brand and love the colors they have. Similarly, when I decide to have a gel manicure, I am always initially overwhelmed by how many choices I have, but I am always satisfied in the end. 3. Their customer service: I love their rewards card; it is a nice incentive! The ladies are all really friendly and wonderful. When their customer service is top notch and the quality of their work is high, I can never be disappointed. read more

I'd read a glowing review on Nancy's Salon on another site and thought I'd give them a try. The place is very clean and bright. I was initially attracted to their hours of operation as they're open on weekdays until 7pm and also open on both days of the weekend. Since I'd gone in on a vacation day (Wednesday morning), I can't comment on how busy they are for evening appointments or on the weekends. Parking is convenient as there's plenty of street parking. Prices are very reasonable on their services and their customer service is excellent. Nancy herself did my brows and she did a fantastic job at shaping them the way I like. I'm looking forward to trying one of their facials next time. read more

I went here instead of my usual place, but I figured Park St. would be INSANE on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. I walked into this place asking if they take walk ins, the girls who greeted me smiled and ushered me right in. I came in for a deluxe mani, pedi & eyebrow wax ($37 total). There are over 150 nail colors and several staff able to accommodate (on a weekend!). The manicure isn't perfect, but they did a good job. The massage chair, extra lotion, friendly and relaxing service will have me coming back, and for other services they offer too! read more

See all

I went in tonight at about 6:20 (no other salons would take me 40 minutes to close) I didn't get her name, but the woman who did my fill was so quick! I got distracted in my phone & she would be ready for the next hand before I knew it. I got a fill (acrylic + gel) as well as a polish change on my feet, and had 2 ladies working on me to get me out of there on time. I'm such a stickler on a good nail job & they did great. Filed the grown out length, shaped them almond as asked, the gel lays flat, cuticles cut perfectly, & the gel was laid symmetrically at the nail bed (I hate when it's painted improperly & gets snagged while washing your hair, or appears uneven) Great job Nancy's :) read more

Nancy's Salon - Most nail salons insist & add way too much length. It's hard with a toddler / typing job, these are much easier to manage - Nail Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

Cute , " Steel Magnolias "ish place . We have tried several salons on the Island , and this little gem was a great find . Super sweet ladies , everyone talking together , felt like we had been coming for years read more

If you are other than white..you are made to feel invisible.. outside of that..they do good job..You just know that you are not wanted there.. read more

BEWARE!!!! I used to come here every now and then for a basic mani and pedi because it was cheap, they did good work and it was close to my house.They last time I visited this salon I got my wallet stolen!!! I walked in with it and then when I went to pay it was gone! When I told everyone in the salon they acted like they didn't care! I even made a police report! This salon might do good mani and pedi but, it is not worth getting your stuff stolen! read more

This place is just wonderful! The ladies that work there are sooo nice. But my favorite will always be nancy she does gorgeous nails and always makes sure that her customer is comfortable. She will talk to you or try to bring up conversations to talk to you about. My favorite nail salon i will for sure come back . Thanks nancy! read more

Nancy's Salon - Purple glitter tips. Beautiful . Thank you nancy your the best - Nail Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

They are very accommodating. Every time I've come in was as a walk-in and I didn't have to wait very long to be help. In fact, my first and third experience I was helped right away. Though they can be very busy it's nice not to have to make an appoint, but am able to walk right in and had worked on right away. What I like most about them, that I've had problems with other places, is that they don't skimp on the lotions. Whenever I've gotten a hand and/or foot and leg massage, the people always put too little lotion on. Then they keep rubbing to point of friction and rub burns. read more

I go to Nancy's Salon for convenience, cheap rate, and friendliness. I get a mani and pedi approximately 5 to 6 times a year on average, eyebrow and under arm waxing as well. So far I have been happy with their service and have no complaints... read more

This salon is not up to date on the look inside and outside, but the employees are helpful and friendly. The inside is a little dusty and some chairs show wear and tear but the nail tools look clean. I got a manicure and pedicure and I was happy with the out come. They take walk-ins and appointments. I got the gel polish, it has been lasting great, they charge more for this (like many other shop do too) but to me its worth it. The accepts cash and credit cards. read more

Something not many nail shops are good at: patience. Nancy and her girls are always so amazing but yesterday they surprised me yet again. No one could watch my 3 week old daughter Acaliya, so I had to bring her with me for my fill appointment with Nancy. Usually Cali sleeps 3-4 hours while we're out and about but yesterday that wasn't the case. She wouldn't stop crying unless she was held--not the greatest timing. Nancy was SO patient with us, she even managed to get my nails done (amazing job as usual) WHILE I was holding Cali. It wasn't just a normal paint job either, there were designs, one on each hand. She came from behind the desk and sat in a chair next to me so it would be easier for me to hold my baby girl while she painted my nails. I will never forget my experience with her yesterday. It's yet another reason I will always recommend her salon to people. **See photo "6-18-2014" to see the amazing job she did while I was holding my fussy and at times squirmy daughter lol read more

Awful experience here. Where do I even start. The entire experience was awful, but for some reason I kept thinking it would get better. I've been to a lot of nail salons, but this one was the worst I've ever encountered. I'm not sure what the name of the woman who did my nails was. But, here is a list of the issues I encountered while she did my nails. 1. It was SO PAINFUL. She burned me over and over again with the electric buffer. 2. SHE ELECTRIC BUFFERED THE DIAMOND OF MY ENGAGEMENT RING! She lost control of the buffer at one point and she let it go onto my engagement ring. 3. I asked for square shaped nails. I'm not sure what the shape she did was, but it was so bad that I actually asked her if I could use the file myself to fix them before she painted them. 4. Her painting technique was: paint all over my finger, let it dry under the UV light, then file it off of my skin. I had to tell her to stop filing my skin because I couldn't take it anymore. 5. She tried to convince me after 4 coats of gel on one hand, that two coats were enough on the other hand. I could go on and on. read more

Hi all, I was last person to come in for my nail on Friday, it was first time to do my nails here, I wasn't sure what to spect. I was amazed on what a good Job this lady did, she took her time I had a nail that was bothering me she fixed really nice this is a I would definitely comeback,love It thanks girl keep doing what you do. Ps price super good. read more

Nancy's Salon puts on the polish very well and this is important to me. All of the workers there are nice. I don't recommend places unless I like what they do. Recently I got something on my nails called Veralux. I don't know how much I like it yet. It's supposed to last longer and it's not a gel nail product. I always think if you are going to be the guinea pig you should get a break on the product until it's tried and true. Then the customer can give there honest opinion and then the salon can make up their own mind if they want to sell it based on the reports from the customers. Just my opinion.... read more

The best best place I've been to I wouldn't go anywhere else.i like Cindy's work but my favorite is nancy,I do my manicure,pedicure and my Brazilian wax nancy is sooo fast and nice and respectful with the wax and makes you feel super comfortable,she does my mani n pedi always do a good job her work is great I always leave super happy.you guys need to try this place all the ladies are so nice,sweet they are always very complimentary.i am so happy I found this place in alameda I hate oakland Nailshops.i can't wait to try Nancy's lash extensions.i luv her discount deals cards on the service and the wax also on holidays.... read more

See all

Nancy's nail salon is located in Alameda nice area a couple of blocks from my house and every time I go in all her staff they really do a good job and know me by my name Nancy does eyebrows my chin hair facial and she does manicures and pedicures awesome job. Also Nancy gives out discount cards you come 10 * get service on we get 10 stamps and then the next visit you get $10 off of your service read more

I really enjoyed the atmosphere and welcoming of the staff. Li was patient and open to any design I threw her way. The only thing I didn't appreciate was that I felt like she rushed on the last touches of my nail designs because she had a usual customer come in. My polka dots and lines came out uneven and sloppy. And it's gel so it's not like I can just wipe it out and do it myself. Other then that incident my eyebrows by Nancy came out great and they constantly commented on my sons good behavior. Overall I was pleased but as a new customer I was rushed and did not appreciate that. I would go back though so I'm not complaining too much. read more

Nancy's Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

I loveeee nancys salon! Nancy is amazing at literally EVERYTHING. I have done my lashes with her and I am obsessed with them. She also does the best gel manicures I have ever had. I come here every two weeks religiously. Best nail shop in the bay area hands down! read more

I went into Nancy's to get an acrylic gel fill. Firstly, they only carry OPI colors which in my opinion are not very high quality. They're very sheer and chip easily. Secondly, it was a very painful experience. 3 days later I still have micro cuts all around my nails which are still painful when exposed to water or soap or anything really. She also drilled way too far into my nail and hit my nail bed which burned and was extremely painful, I was physically wincing. Third, she didn't do a good job shaping the acrylic. It's misshapen and gangs off the actual nail onto my skin. Fourth, they only use two coats of polish when you really need three for the color to be opaque and not sheer. Fifth, the polish job is terrible. She didn't fully cover the nail and got some on my skin. It looks like something a 12 year old would have done. Back to OPI colors being low quality, after only 3 days the supposedly gel polish is already chipping. I've never experienced physical pain while getting my nails done before and have never had gel polish chip so quickly. Overall I'm just very disappointed with the service especially with the price of $35. I've been to cheaper and much better nail salons. I will definitely not be going back to Nancy's or recommending it to my friends. read more

Nancy's Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

I've been going here since 2006 and would not go any other places. I've tried other places, but I find myself back here because of their quality of work. Cindy and Nancy does a fantastic job on my nails, feet and eyebrow every single time. I always walk away from there feeling so happy and satisfied with my nails, etc. I typically do the pink and white. These ladies take the time to get to know you by making conversations with you. They are very sweet and caring. Love their bonus program that they have going! read more

Nancy is the best of thee best I'm the Bay Area! It's a one stop shop ! You can get your hair , make up, to eye lash extensions and mani more great services . I live in Fairfield so it's a 40min drive to get there but it's worth it . My eye lash extensions are bomb !! And for my nails and toes they last me so long without breaking . I I get crazy long nails . NANCY IS THE BEST !! read more

Nancy's Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

Did my hair and make up for the first time here and I love it!!! Thank u Sophia!!! Thank u Nancy!!! read more

Nancy's Salon - Nail Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

See all

Best salon to get your nails done in Alameda! Staff is talented and friendly. Relaxing, and good prices. read more

See all

Excellent service! I've been going to Nancy for years (since middle school)! Her salon is excellent! They provided amazing services for my wedding. My nails lasted for our entire 3 week honeymoon! I just recently went to her for a 4th of July mani-pedi- they turned out great- I love the design! read more

See all

She does great eyebrows at a decent price since eyebrows are apparently kind of expensive these days she's also clean & quick . Couldn't ask for more read more

The only Salon to go to in Alameda, in my opinion the East Bay in general. My personal choice is Cindy for the weekly mani/pedi. She does a great job! (Also the one to request for eyebrow waxing) Never had the chance to book with Nancy. Used to be convenient to walk right in, now I suggest making an appt. The place is small and can get tight when they are fully booked, but the staff tries their best to keep you comfy. If you're there after closing they don't perform rush jobs to get you out of there faster to get going themselves. (As a few other salons have be known for) Parking can be a little tough once in a while. read more

Wonderful for bridal parties, Lili, Whitney and the salon team were super accommodating and did a fabulous job on all of our nails. Beyond great customer service, the quality of the work was beautiful; we all loved our custom designs (which we invented with their help on the spot) and they still look great long after the big day! I can honestly say I've never had a better experience at a nail salon and I've visited in hundreds of places! Thank you for taking such good care of us! - Clara, Caitlin, Charlotte and the bride, Jeni read more

This is a review for the hair salon at Nancy's. I've been coming here for years and Sofia is great. I highly recommend this place for basic services like coloring and good haircuts that aren't rushed. Sofia is always upbeat, accommodating with my schedule and efficient. Because Sofia rotates between the nail salon and hair salon, she's usually available and I can almost always get an same day appointment and often within a few hours of calling. For price, convenience, quality and service in your everyday salon, it's hard to beat. read more

Nancy's salon is a no-frills, clean, profeasional salon in Alameda. I got a gel manicure with Cindy in Miami Beet red. I actually lost my wallet when walking to the salon and didn't realize it until it was time to pay. I was mortified and panicked because I'm visiting from out of town and my lost wallet had EVERYTHING in it! The staff tore the place apart looking for it and they were so kind and understanding working with me. I didn't find the wallet but I really appreciated the effort and comfort they put forth. read more

Nancy's Salon - Nails by Cindy - Nail Salons Near Me - Alameda, California

I've been going to see Nancy for my facials for years. I love her! She's very nice, makes you feel comfortable, and gives the best facials around for a great price. I drive 30 mins one-way just to see her for my favorite European Facials. I Highly recommend this place!! read more

I have been to Nancy's twice for pedicures and had a most amazing experience at the hands of Michele. I called in advance and she suggested I come in about 90 minutes later -- turned out that there had been a mom and kid in there before me and they were just on their way out. As soon as they went out the door, off went the blaring TV and on came some soothing music, and suddenly it was spa central! This place is the antithesis of those cattle-call salons where they moooove 'em in and moooove 'em out -- I really felt so pampered and the $18 pedicure was great, I think I was there over an hour so don't expect a McPedi here! read more

SOPHIA DOES MY MANI - PEDI : I could not ask for anyone better to do my nails. I am very glad I found Nancy Salon, Sophia doesn't rush me out. With my pedicure I get the most relaxing massage of my legs and my feet! She handles my toe nails that give me a hard time and when she's done they do not hurt until I come for another visit! Thank you Sophia for your patience and your talent! I appreciate you a lot! read more

I go to Nancy's Salon for mani and pedi because it's convenient (about 3 blocks from my house), they have reasonable prices and I get great service. I've been getting mani and pedi religiously for years and have been to numerous different nail salons around the bay area. I can normally tell within the first visit if it's a keeper and Nancy's Salon is definitely a good find around my neighborhood. I alway make my appointment in advance to get Cindy. She does a great job with my nails and she's really friendly. I would highly recommend this place! read more

Not great. I did get a same day appointment, which I appreciate but my manicurist was not friendly and didn't do a great job. She didn't introduce her self to me or say anything to me besides "do you want your nails cut" and "are you sure you don't want gel?" I wish she had at least made a little bit of conversation, it's awkward to sit there for 30 min with no words. At the end She told me my nails were dry and the second I walked out they got smudged. She didn't paint close enough to the cuticle so I probably will have to paint them myself in a few days. Overall not impressed for a $14 manicure. read more

I have been going to Nancy's for several years now and see a wonderful manicurist by the name of Lily. Prior to that was going to a high-end spa for my treatments. I receive the same level manicure & pedicure I was accustomed to in the spa and pay 1/2 the price. The salon is not as fancy, but I give Nancy's five stars due to the level of service in their market they serve. My pedicures do not ever chip and I go in monthly. I highly recommend their services based on the quality, the friendliness, and the exceptionally good prices! read more

Excellent job on a pedicure and great price too !! Will surely come back and get my friends too.

All of the people there are very nice and very professional. I live down the street and so walking there and back is wonderful! I've always had a great experience there for manicures, pedicures and facials. Inexpensive but very clean! read more

I've had my eyelashes tinted by a lot of places and by far, this place is the best. My eyes always burn at some point in the process, but not here. It didn't hurt once and I almost fell asleep it was so relaxing. Highly recommend! read more