This review is long overdue. I have been coming here consistently for over two years and I have not once had a bad experience. I know that I will always leave with PERFECT nails. Before coming here I would hop around to different nail salons but everything changed after trying Natural Nails Plus. All of the ladies here now how to shape a nail. Might sound silly but they are so precise in their work. Also, if you are one of those people who need to take a break after every gel/shellac manicure, give them a try. My nails have never been healthier despite consistently getting gel/shellac manis. It's all about their process and technique - they truly care about your nail health. That being said, they do not do gel on your toes (they say it dries out your nails) and they will let you know if they find anything funky on your toes! I'm a runner and I've had my nail bed lift up. They won't put polish on something like that just because you want it and will pay for it. They want you to have healthy nails. I feel good about spending my money here - Alice takes care of her employees and everyone is well trained. I'm shocked to see some of the lower-star reviews here. There's a reason why they've been voted "Best of Oakland" so many times. I strongly encourage you to try Natural Nails Plus for yourself! read more

My first time coming here was September 2014. I had a deluxe mani/pedi (which is okay for guys too, no judgement) with a wonderful individual. Tina was sweet, kind, and asked the important questions...do you like it harder than this? :) As we got to work, she understood that I like hot and I like hard, so she altered her style to make my experience better. If you want a truly amazing experience, go to Tina and say that I recommended you :) The deluxe mani/pedi is completely worth it with Tina because she takes her time with you and ensures that you are completely satisfied (as opposed to nearby salons who are trying to get through as many clients as possible) Go to Tina and you won't regret it :) read more

Natural Nails Plus - They make you really feel pampered :) lemonade is to die for :P - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

Choose this salon because of the Yelp reviews. Paid $42 for a gel manicure that looked good for 10 days then the gel on several nails bubbles up and flaked off. Must get new manicure after just 10 days; good gel manicures that cost less other places last me 3 weeks. read more

Love this spot! Friendly employees and great service every time. They have a great selection of gel options too.

When you step into Natural Nails Plus, you will hear soft jazz or perhaps relaxing classical music, breathe in the fresh air that circulates through the open door, and sense right away why long term patrons consider this a nail "spa". No loudly chattering staff here; not even a whiff of chemicals. A quiet voice inquires what you might like to drink, then brings you one of their many teas in a ceramic mug, or water in an actual glass, with mint, lemon, and ice if you like. The manicures and pedicures are professional - no uneven nails or nicks to the skin - and the massage portion is deeply relaxing, never that distracted rubbing. When you step out into the sunshine, your car may be only steps away, thanks to the free parking. You will feel not only satisfied with the services you have received, but relaxed and refreshed. You can stop in at the bike shop across the street, or get a bite to eat at one of the cafes nearby. If it's a Saturday April through October, you can walk over to the bustling Farmers' Market at Grand Avenue & Lake Park. Whatever is next, you just might take that calm relaxed feeling with you. read more

Natural Nails Plus - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

I've been coming here for two years and I have never been happier with a nail salon. Here's why: Cleanliness and safety: The owner, Alice, uses safe products and has numerous certifications on that score. Staff also look beyond just getting the job done and getting paid. A couple of months ago when I was there, Alice told me I should hold off on putting polish on for a few weeks because my nails needed a break. That meant less money for her but she was right. She also recommended products I could buy at the drug store to help care for my feet. Atmosphere: The staff are the most friendly and professional and organized I've ever met. They are courteous, willing to chat if you want to, and not if you don't, are respectful and also quite good. Alice oversees everyone's work and makes sure it's up to her very high standards. I always get a great look when I go in and enjoy my time there and feel like a valued customer read more

Shellac lasts anywhere from 2-3 weeks and looks perfect each time. Pedicure was great! Love this place.

This has become my new favorite place! Polite staff, high quality services that are worth the few extra bucks, in a relaxing environment where they actually honor your appointment(s). They offer something to drink, be it hot tea, coffee, lemonade, etc., while you wait or soak in your pedi tub with a hot wrap around your neck. My gel manicures have lasted longer here than ever! Definitely recommend going in! :) read more

We were two walk ins for gel manicures. The price was great ($42) and they got to us right away - the staff is really friendly and professional and they completed the manicures efficiently but without rushing! I loved that it was straightforward with no extra fuss. My nails feel clean and light! And BONUS! They just gave everyone in the salon a bottle of cuticle oil for the holidays! Sooo sweet! read more

This was the best mani pedi I've had in a while. My boyfriend took me here for a surprise. Usually I end up with more hangnails than I started with because my cuticles are so bad. But I didn't this time. They had like a hot compress neck pillow for you too. I felt pretty pampered. There were small things I would've changed: they didn't totally get all my cuticles, they forgot to add epsion salt to my pedicure (my boyfriend got some tho ), etc. Great overall and would come back read more

The best. Reliably excellent manicures and pedicures, friendly and gentle technicians, good choice of colors, clean and well-organized salon. They offer tea, buckwheat pillows, and nice hand/foot massages. I occasionally try other places but always come back here. read more

Just moved to the area after 15 years in SF, and after all the fatigue of packing, moving, and unboxing, my feet needed a well deserved treat. Made a last minute appointment, and wow, Alice your team is fantastic! Lam was friendly, meticulous, gives a great massage, and considerate. Linda did a detailed and precise polish job, and I feel like new. Try the spa pedicure if you have the time... the hot oil and hot stone massage have me feeling like new :) Also, in general, all the clients that walked in the door seemed happy and were friendly. Just a great atmosphere all around, and the salon is very clean and bright. Thank you ladies... I will be back! read more

Everyone was very friendly, and the lemonade is a great touch. However, the pedicure is one of the worst I've ever received. I have polish all over the skin around my toe nails. The polish on my nails is not evenly applied. I let my nails dry for an hour and the polish still smudged when I put shoes on. Very sloppy, and it still took more than an hour to get in and out of the shop even though I had an appointment. I won't be coming back. read more

I went to Natural Nail for the first time yesterday. Alice, warmly greeted upon entry with a wonderful smile. The establishment is very clean, inviting and relaxing. They had soothing music playing that made me feel very relaxed. Hospitality was excellent they offered me water, lemonade, ice tea or coffee. I chose the ice tea which was served with a slice of lemon and ice cubes in a wine glass. They have two nail stations and 4-5 pedicure stations. They have great choices in nail color by OPI and Zoya. They specialize in natural nails so if your looking for acrylic you will have to go some where else. I had the spa combo which came with 4 different bath salts you can choose from: Rosemary, Lavender, Amber Rose and Mint. I couldn't resist the Amber Rose. Alani was very gentle yet very through in my pedi. She trimmed, scrubbed and massaged the bottom of my feet and legs, warm paraffin wax embraced my feet while a mud mask warmed and cooled legs followed by a massage with warm lotion. My mani followed the same process. I was very relaxed and my mani and pedi was PERFECTLY painted! I really like this salon and highly recommend indulging and de-stressing here. The staff was so welcoming and hospitable, the services where above standards and I really enjoyed the size of the establishment it was intimate and I didn't feel overwhelmed unlike other salons that seem so factory based. The added personal touch is when Alice emailed me a few hours after to say thank you for coming and wished me well with my surgery! read more

This is my friend's go-to place for mani-pedis. I did like the salon, although my technician wasn't the best (my friend has warned me). Still, they had a great selection of colors and seemed nice. read more

I am immunucompromised so I am higher risk to get an infection so I was always cautious about getting my nails done even before Covid hit. Natural Nails Plus is the best, they are SO CLEAN, and I have zero worry about them not using clean tools. They have amazing covid protocols in place and do a fantastic job on my nails. The deluxe pedi is worth it! read more

Everyone is entitled to their opinion but I'm suspect of the two recent 1-star reviews. One is trying to sell you on a nearby salon of an entirely different caliber. The other leaves me kind of wondering if they were even in the right salon. I found Natural Nails Plus a little over a year ago. When I arrived at the immaculate salon it was busy but that didn't seem to rush the technicians. I was served professionally and everyone who worked there seemed friendly. It was a lively and neighborly environment where we patrons were striking up conversations left and right. It was pleasant, and frankly, I didn't think much more about it. As I watched my mani-pedi last a good week longer than other salons I thought, 'Hey, I should go back there, they were kinda awesome.' So I called to make an appointment. When the owner (Alice) answered the phone and I started speaking, she said, "Is this Wendy?" OMG!!! (My voice sounds like everyone else's btw.) I've been a loyal customer ever since, and it's not just the simplicity of a friendly atmosphere and a great mani-pedi (and waxing too). Yes, Alice remembers her customers and treats them like a VIP. But the true reason I go back is because I'm enchanted by people who strive for that level of excellence, and bring quality of product and service every single-dingle time they interact with their clients. These women bring it! It never hit my radar that they don't cross-talk in their native language. That's something I've been accustomed to (and admittedly, slightly annoyed by) in other salons during my 25 years of salon experience. But when I read the review that pointed at the owner doing it with her staff I thought -- wait a minute... they never do that there! They don't carry on conversations over the tops of the feet of customers. That would not be okay with any of the staff at that solon. When I make an appointment I don't ask for anyone specific, as it's been my experience that anyone hired by Alice already has the chops, and is trained to work in this salon in a particular way before she's ever in front of me. I can't think of another company that keeps a higher standard than Natural Nails Plus. Don't believe me, read the other reviews and try them out. Make an appointment though, there's a lot of us loyal customers out there. read more

MY EXPERIENCE AND OBSERVATIONS. The staff seems unhappy. They seem to have lots of turnover. The owner would not allow me to see the person I was referred to. The truth is, we all know that some operators are more thorough than others. The owner said they split tips and would not allow me to tip my person directly. I will never return to this spa. My polish is already chipping. read more

They were able to accommodate me for a same day appointment. 5 stars simply for using fresh tools on my nails, like opening the packages in front of me. I liked my nail tech, I didn't get her name but she made sure I liked my manicure before I was on my way. The rest of the staff was very friendly, and I all around enjoyed the salon. This is the cleanest nail salon I've been to in the Bay. I felt the prices were reasonable for what I got gel polish removal and a standard manicure. I'll be back! read more

This establishment is the antithesis of The Seinfeld episode season 6 episode 24: the understudy https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=mzNwduqNVpM All of Alice's team are English speakers and never once, at least when I got my nails done in the past, never ever spoke in their native tongue. (And there is nothing wrong with that as long as they are keeping it real) there were small talk of back and forth, you just know that they never talked about you behind your back, or in this case, called you "Princess" or talked about some of their customers jacked up toes. I appreciate this about Natural Nails Plus. The quality of service is impeccable. They give you a neck pillow scented with your perfume of choice. Then the amazing leg and arm massage to go with a basic mani and pedi. Not to mention the lasting quality of their work. No need to take Frank "can't stand ya" with ya! read more

I've been here a couple times, once for a pedicure with my sister and then again today for a manicure, pedicure and eyebrow wax. I love how sanitary it is, the plastic liners in the basins and all the tools kept separate in plastic bags. The technicians are very nice and efficient, nothing felt rushed and my polish looked perfect after. I did the spa combo which included paraffin wax for my feet and a hot stone massage, it was so relaxing! This is the only nail place I'll go to in the east bay. read more

We originally booked here based on the other reviews and comments. I wish we would have planned a little better to be able to go to Cuticles or Polish for the same services. Originally from the Bay Area, my daughter & I decided to take a pampering day-trip down from the Mountains to connect with old friends and get some girl-stuff done. The place was only semi-clean (not spotless by any means), with no ambiance, a load of unfolded laundry in plain view, though the ladies were pleasant enough. They did fit us in same-day. Though they use plastic liners inside the footbaths, I have a rash on my legs that I have no other explanation for. My gel mani only lasted 5 days in good condition, then began peeling on the sides. Pedi seems to be fine, but fear, because of the rash on my legs, will make me take it off this weekend. For $70+ dollars, I could have much better service elsewhere in a much more relaxing atmosphere. Not again. read more

Absolutely amazing. This is truly a spa of a nail salon. This was the cleanest, most natural nail spa I have ever seen or experienced. They don't use acrylic, so they cannot serve clients that like acrylic nails, but that means the place is non-toxic, very much like a spa. They use natural lavender or citrus oils for pedicure soaking, they use NEW and disinfected products for every customer (like a dentist), and they have two high quality options of nail polish: OPI or non-formaldehyde Zoya. Everything in this place is new, the massage pedicure chairs are amazing. The best part for me was not smelling the nail polish remover or acrylic for over an hour. Alice is well educated on the nail business backward and forward. She's been doing nails for many years and knows all about the negative aspects to health and working conditions for nail workers. While there we were offered lemonade and cookies. The prices are higher, in order to keep the eco-friendly all natural morale of the business... expect to pay around $30 for a pedicure. Oh, and if you feel like getting the extra works, go for the foot wax. It has left my feet feeling soft for over 3 days now. read more

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I am shocked this salon has such a high overall rating because this place is mediocre at best. They apparently have a $25 minimum for credit card payments which is NOT advertised anywhere in the salon. Lucky for me they were able to make an "exception" just this one time when I was unwilling to pay for an extra service or cash for my $16 manicure. It was also pretty embarrassing that the manager felt the need to patronize me in front of the entire salon for not having cash. Would not recommend this salon. read more

The end result was good - a nice, clean looking gel manicure. But the manicurist kept using her fingernail to dig into my skin to clean up the edges with each coat, and two days later it still really hurts! I think that they should really stop that practice, it also seems pretty unsanitary and could lead to infection. I would've said something but the lady was a little stern... read more

Alice fit me in at the last minute today and she and her staff were friendly, attentive and professional. Chatty enough to get to know me, but let me relax without talking for my super-relaxing pedicure (the "basic" mani-pedi was only $40 and *not* basic at all). Thank you Alice & My. It was a lovely birthday present! (And I really appreciate all the plastic--your attention to cleanliness was obvious.) read more

They did a good job. Didn't have a whole bunch of options as far as colors go, but they are clean, organized and it's a nice set up.

I keep finding nail salons that I think are hygienic and then as time progresses, find practices that I find... gross. After abandoning TWO go-to spots due to witnessing unsanitary practices, I thought I'd never find my dream salon. I was wrong. This place is a gem - it is small (four chairs), and clean (sealed in packets) tools, good cleaning of the bowls. I was lucky to be seen by the owner, and my manicure lasted nearly two weeks! My pedi still looks awesome. I'm pretty psyched about this place, and can't wait to go again. Best yet, the prices are very reasonable. read more

First, let me start by saying that this nail salon feels more like a tiny spa... and it is immaculately clean. 1. All the chairs are wiped down before and after each customer 2.The tubs are washed and lined with new plastic after every pedicure 3. Lovely orchids and candy dishes adorn the tables which are spotless Second, the hospitality is wonderful. Alice and her staff are kind and lovely and if you become a regular, they make a point of remembering you by name. Alice, in particular, has a gift for remembering names and making you feel welcome. You are offered a choice of green or regular tea, iced tea or lemonade or THE BEST Vietnamese coffee ever (great if you are having a morning mani/pedi) Third, the waxing services are swift and as painless as possible (to be clear, not pain-free). Hey, if you hate brow waxing and know its a necessary evil, at least let these very capable professionals take care of the job. Lastly, there are tons of little details, too numerous to mention, that make this place stand out. For example, I have never heard them ridicule or joke about the condition of a customer's hands or feet. They attend to the elderly delicately and with respect. I once even saw a dude look terribly nervous because he was embarrassed about his (admittedly really terrible feet), and they treated him with kid gloves. For that service alone they deserve accolades. So there you have it- 5 stars. read more

Most clean, friendly, quiet, and calming nail salon I've ever been to! I got here around 11am on a Friday and got a chair right away. I hardly ever go to the nail shop unless it's for a special occasion....because I hear too many unpleasant sanitary stories. But this shop makes me actually want to come back more often. Here is the break down: PROS: - sterilized/clean instruments in pouches! - sprayed and wiped chairs after every customer - parking right in front (only 2 slots)! - didn't ask too much questions so I was able to relax - reasonable price $27 for pedicure - WARM oil massages - new bags over the foot tubs after every customer - Friendly and welcoming - lots of color variety - the name of the person that did my nails: My (she does great massages if you like a little more pressure) CONS: - I didn't notice any magazines at the waiting area - curve is kind of high on the parking slots (so be careful not to scrape your front bumpers...I learned it the hard way lol) TIP: - make an appt before hand! read more

2 stars for a disappointing experience as a first time customer. The staff are very friendly and the quality of their work is very good. The salon itself is clean and there's a lot of attention given to maintaining cleanliness. HOWEVER, these are standards I would expect from any nail salon. It seems a lot of reviewers have lower expectations and are blown away a salon's ability to have reasonably well-mannered staff and a clean, healthy establishment that will give you a cup of tea with your mani-pedi. Two major negatives stood out for me - Their 'menu' of services and the staff deciding how much they'd be tipped by intentionally short changing me! The menu I was given didn't provide descriptions or treatment times to allow customers to distinguish between the various options. My chosen pedicure ended up taking a much longer time than I was prepared to spend in a nail salon, but there was no way for me to know, as there was no mention of treatment times from the outset. The final error came when I paid. The staff had apparently decided among themselves how much of a tip they deserved when I was short changed by $7. When I asked about my change, I was given a sour look and told that I should tip the woman who did my pedicure, as though I was both incapable of understanding the concept of tipping and that I didn't know that the $7 tip was well over 20% of the cost of my pedicure. I left feeling unimpressed and won't be returning. read more

This is not the once-a-week mani/pedi salon. This is the I Had a Bad Week and I Just Got Paid Let's Get Pampered salon. The women are nice, they fit me in right away (on a Saturday!), and they definitely know what they're doing. They'll offer you a beverage (water, tea, etc.) before your manicure, and they'll do both the mani and the pedi at the same time. Here are the things you need to know: -- If you didn't get your shellac done there, they'll charge you $7 to take it off. -- It's not cheap. Soaking off my shellac and a classic mani/pedi was $47, before tip. It's not obscene, but like I said, it's not cheap, either. -- Bring your own magazine! I only spotted one old People, but maybe there was a stash hiding somewhere. read more

Didn't realize a check in was not a review... But anyway, they were able to make a same day appointment with me and accommodated my French tip request, when I didn't originally ask when making my appointment. They're clean and well-mannered. Their technicians, I had Vicky, are patient and polite. All you have to do is ask and they will help. Definitely will be coming back. read more

I walked into this place and liked it instantly. Everyone (Wendy, Alice, and Jenny) were all so nice and open to talking. Alice the owner was giving me nail care tips as she gave me my massage and also tips on how to make the polish last longer! I thought that was awesome. They have the choice of lemonade, water or green tea served in cute little wine glasses. I'll be back. The price is reasonable too. read more

What? I have been remiss in not reviewing this hot spot. This is a sanctuary for my rough and worn feet and hands. I feel pampered as I walk in the door and the welcoming hellos from the ladies. I'm quickly whisked into a massage chair and an instant drink is in hand. A warm neck wrap relaxes me. Alice is a terrific proprietor, she cares and takes the services seriously. If she is unhappy she will have the technician redo it. This happened to me and it was worth it even though I though it was fine. Yep, it is a little extra money but I love all the little details. I'm always satisfied and you will be too! read more

I have been going to Natural Nails Plus for a couple years now and can honestly say that the women here do some of the best work I have seen. I've tried a bunch of different nail salons in the past and none that I've been to so far are as detail oriented or pleasant to be with. They constantly check to make sure that you are pleased with how your nails look as they work. After my first two visits, Alice remembered my name and it is always a pleasure going in and catching up with her. Alice always makes sure that I am informed about the pros and cons to each nail treatment, which I really appreciate. They also offer a free fix if your nails chip within the first week after you have them done. read more

Great service every time. Clean, professional, peaceful, and excellent mani/pedi. Always a relaxing experience!

There are probably 3-4 nail shops on EACH block of Grand Avenue. It gets really hard to stand out, especially when your pricing is over double that of most salons. Natural Nails does stand out and is worth every penny. My visiting diabetic mom was in town and I was looking for a place that was both spa like and extremely clean. Nicked before resulting in an infection requiring a 6 month round of medication to resolve, Mom is skeptical of nail pampering. NNP has spa like decor with great hygenic practices. The chair bowls are lined in disposable plastic and replaced per client with the entire chair wiped down with disenfectent after each vistor. All the instruments are sterilized and are wrapped and sealed and a new file and buffer is used per customer. I mentioned my mom's sensitivity to the owner, Alice, and she made sure all knew not to cut mom's ciuticles. The ladies all speak and understand English, which is great to be able to communicate with your tecnichan. Granted we went at a slow time, the manicurists took their time and paid attention to the details. We got the top of the line treatments --- pampering for 1.5 hours with 2 technicians working on each of us. It was nice to relax and not feel rushed. The lotions and oils were all warmed to make all the massaging more soothing..nice touch. Our service also included parrafin wax (individual, single use bags--not shared pool for dipping) and a loooong hot stone massage. The result were pretty maintained nails, relaxed muscles, and super soft skin. Well worth the $65+tip. We also got 10% off for visiting on a Tuesday before 2PM. I also had my brows waxed. Good job. I especially like how after she waxed them, she shined a bright light on my brows to see and pluck all strays. I hate when I get a wax and come home to find a bunch of tiny missed hairs. She also honored my request to keep my brows thicker and just clean em' up. I'm still growing in my lovely arches from the last waxer that didnt listen. While the Spa Mani/Pedi was more of a treat vs a choice for monthly maintenance, I'll be back for the Deluxe which is $50 (no hot stones) or the Classic for $40 (no parrafin). The cleanliness, top grade products, spa environment, and professional friendly staff are worth it. read more

I didn't have an appointment, it was super busy, I didn't think they where going to be able to work me in. But Alice did!! Thanks so much I love my nails. I will be back read more

Natural Nails Plus - Thanks! - Nail Salons Near Me - Oakland, California

*Update* Wow, my gel nails have lasted for 24 days! They haven't chipped at all and still look great! Super impressed! Great place! Thanks to the yelp reviewers who lead me to this salon. Made an appointment for today with Rose for a gel manicure. She brought me a lovely glass of water with mint and orange - yum! She did an amazing job on my nails. Really, she was quite the perfectionist and they look fantastic! The service was truly excellent. I actually didn't buy enough time on my parking and was overdue! Rose ran outside and extended it a bit so I wouldn't get a ticket! I was so grateful. She was very sweet and accommodating. I'll keep this updated with how long the gel lasts/wear and tear/ etc. Highly recommend this place! I would make an appointment - it was pretty packed early on a weekday! read more