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    Paola Nails

    3.9 (92 reviews)
    InexpensiveNail Salons
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

    Services - Paola Nails

    Manicure

    Manicure and pedicure

    Nail fill-in

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    Mai Y.

    I'm a picky person when it comes to my nails because I have had many bad experiences in the past. When I meet a good one I prefer to only trust them for my nails. I live in Sacramento but decided to go here to get my nails done since my friend has her nail tech Kevin that does a great job which I had tried once and liked how he did my nails. This time I was expecting for him to do my nails again since my friend had already called them ahead of time to let the owner know that we were both going to be there and requested for the same person to do both our nails. Well, when we arrived Kevin pawned me off to another lady because he said he had another client coming so he decided to work on my friend's nails while she was getting a pedicure at the same time. The funny thing is, they supposedly don't take appointments and it's a first come first serve basis so if we were there first then my understanding is we would both get serviced first. I understand my friend is his regular customer so he would serve her first but I didn't appreciate the fact that he just threw me to some other girl to do my nails instead of asking me if I would prefer to wait for him. Being confused and not wanting to be rude I decided to give the girl a chance. I suppose she felt my resistance and told me not to worry bc she has over 10 years experience. I showed her a picture of what I wanted and she said she could do it. Well to my disappointment, my nails design did not turn out to look anything like the picture I showed her which didn't surprise me bc she finished my nails pretty fast and charged me 65.00. Aside from my nails, I also got a pedicure and was charged 48.00 when all she did was remove my cuticles, remove my callous and painted my toe nails. She probably charged me extra for the French tip and two flower designs on my toes but even a basic pedicure comes with a foot massage which I didn't even get except she did put lotion on my leg only. Also make sure you check your receipt bc I was told my full set was 65 and pedicure was 48 which would be 113 but my friend paid for both hers and mine and when she recently looked at her receipt it showed 252 which means they charged her 126.00 for each of us when mine was only 113.00. The 252 was not including the tip that she gave separately so just beware. Will I return as a customer? No!

    This is what I saw after I ripped off my acrylic nail

    The service is nice but my toe got infected. I'm dipping my toe in salted water as I'm typing this. First of all I can in for a clean up then the lady asked if I wanted her to take off my nail that was bugging me I said yes then next thing I know she putting acrylic on my toes it kinda bothered me but I didn't say anything my total went from $35 to $55 dollars and an infected toe.I can't go to school nor go to work because of this , my toe is swollen it's pulsing and I can't even walk because the pressure makes me cry.

    A blast of colors, glitter, flowers just breathtaking!
    Cheryl R.

    Kevin...absolutely amazing. He always knows exactly how to make my nails just perfect. I love my hawaii nails!!! thank you so much!

    acrylic nails
    Lily T.

    yall victoria hooked me up!! loveeee my nails, she took time to understand what i wanted and freestyled and also let me choose the bling i wanted!! my pedi was super relaxing too. they accommodated me even when i asked them if it's ok if showed up not long before their closing time but they said it's totally ok, angels!

    my nails :3
    Ashley G.

    I came here to get my nails done for graduation. The service was amazing!! I waited about 10 minutes after checking in. The guy in the front is super nice. My nails came out how I wanted it! The lady did an amazing job!! I loved them!!! I been here about 3 times already and each time it's been great! I HIGHLY recommend this place! It's affordable and the prices are great!

    Daniel W.

    Anna did an awesome job and everything was done in a clean environment. I will definitely be back!!! Thank you!!

    Michelle B.

    After scheduled appointment still expect a wait. Manager was helpful however after leaving the nail technician a tip she had the audacity to say my debit card had no money aloud. Simple mistake in entering pin. No base coat was applied and recycled top coat.

    Anabel M.

    When I moved to Boyle Heights a few years back I struggled to find the right place to get my nails done. Paolas nails was the 3rd place I tried in the area and absolutely love getting my nails done here. They always do a great job specially Kevin. I have recommended this place to many friends and they all love it as well. So when it was time to get my nails done for my wedding I did not hesitate to come here. Kevin did a great job! hands down will keep coming back for as long as I am in the area.

    Love it  thanks to Kevin
    Sandra G.

    This is my 3rd time coming and never been disappointed Kevin is súper profesional and super cool... you won't be disappointed I'm so glad I found this place Great prices omg

    Nails
    Mari D.

    I recommend this place for nails. Best prices in Los Angeles. Friendly people but you must make time it does get crowded.

    French ombré nails
    Olivia A.

    Everyone was very friendly. I showed the technician a picture of French ombré nails and she did a beautiful job. The prices are great as well. I will definitely be going back! I'm so happy to find a good nail salon so close to home.

    Julia R.

    This is my first Yelp review. I'm trying to find a go-to spot here in Boyle Heights. This was the first shop I visited, it seemed to have decent reviews, but I had to give it 2-stars. My rating is due to cleanliness, this place is dirty, and seriously needs an update to benefit employees and most importantly, the customers. The walls, chairs, their workstations and decor are all dirty. So of course the have unsanitary tools; i.e. cuticle removers I expect a brand new cuticle remover to be opened before being used on me... unfortunately that is not the case at Paola Nails, so gross. The staff was fine, the older woman who did my nails wasn't bad, but she the same ratty old towel on me as she did the client before me. To clean it she walked outside and just shook it clean.... that's why I give this place 2 stars. The just need to upgrade everything ASAP. Also, I paid $34 for a fill, trim, and gel color. Hope this is helpful.

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    I love this nail shop! If you like Nails Kevin is your guy! It's a must try and you will become a fan!

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    I will definitely be back. Kevin does excellent work. I got full set ombre acrylics, great price!

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    Great pedicure for a great price ! 1 month later and it still looks pretty fresh!! thank you !!

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    Kevin is great, love his personality and I also love how he always knows exactly what colors suit me and my style.

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