This place was terrible. I requested Ivy because of the good reviews on her but instantly regretted it. She was putting the acrylic on and my fingers were burning so much because the acrylic beads were so wet. She filed the shape so narrow my nails are showing on the sides underneath. She forgot to put a french tip on one of my nails and then put it on top of the topcoat and the paint was all messed up and blamed it on me bumping it in the lamp. The paint job was just all around terrible if you see in the photos. Never again. read more

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My nails turned out really cute! I got a mani pedi but during my pedi they cut my toes pretty bad but in all everything was really cute! read more

SB Nailbar - French manicure acrylic with designs - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Ivy has the worst costumer service, just because you're busy doesn't mint that you have to treat people like shit. The rest of the crew is ok but she is a bitch! read more

Went to Santa Barbara for a relaxing weekend and while strolling around downtown happened upon a few nail places with my family. We checked a few out and decided to pop in here because it seemed the cutest and cleanest. They were able to accommodate us right away. We spent a little time picking out some colors before we we sat. They prepared the chairs and water and brought all the supplies to our seats so we could continue looking and deciding. Everyone was super nice and super patient, which is absolutely the opposite of most of my nail experiences. They made some great recommendations that we ended up going with and our nails are perfection. They didn't try to upsell anything just gave us great service and what we needed. Would absolutely go back as they gave us all the best mani/pedis we've had in a long time and the service was exceptional! read more

SB Nailbar - This is almost a week later and they still look perfect! - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

The quality you will receive is amazing! My only pain point is sometimes one of the nail techs is not the friendliest

literally got such a bad gel manicure. Not worth it. I also got a gel pedicure and had to ask them to remove the nail polish that was left on my skin. They did it by clipping it off with the cuticle clippers. I don't know how they don't care about leaving customers with such a bad manicure/pedicure. The owner or Manager literally looked at my nails and then just quickly filed them to "fix" them. So disappointing. read more

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Clean, fast, and did what I wanted!! Exceeded my expectations. I wanted a set of nails for my bach party and they totally killed it read more

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4 minutes ago NEW Really disappointed in my experience here. I came after a great recommendation from a friend and instead, all I got was a rushed appt with many mistakes. The nail tech didn't even file down my nails and didn't touch my cuticles. Now it looks like my nails are already grown out. I asked for oval nails and got stilleto and more than one crooked nail. The paint job was the worst part. Many mistakes. I wanted to speak up but could tell the nail tech had lunch plans. And it literally wasn't even busy!!! And I tipped 20% for this. Just plain not worth it. A full set in 45 min. read more

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They cut the nails so short!!! Never bothered asking for what shape. Very rushed and messy. The lady who gave the pedicure was sweet but the guy was horrible... Would recommend going somewhere else read more

I came in here to get my nails done for my birthday weekend. I came in with an inspo pic and I asked before if the nail tech felt comfortable in drawing my flowers. She assured me that she was... well it came out nothing like the picture. They were friendly but I wouldn't come back. I ended up painting over the flowers with a solid color. They did hard gel for the nails. I should have gone back and asked them to fix it. read more

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I have been here twice and both times they did a wonderful job. If you know what you want they are very good at accomplishing that! The people are super nice and patient even with customers having bad attitudes which I saw both times. The environment isn't super organized but it doesn't effect the ability of them to do a great job! read more

SB Nailbar - Short Oval holographic white - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Scheduled an appointment for an acrylic full set with Ivy and was given one of the guys instead. I should have left in that moment which is my mistake. Very rough and left with cuts all over my fingers from filing and buffing. The guy did not seem confident in what he was doing and I was disappointed. My pinky nail also broke off less than a week after getting them done (this has never happened to me in 8 years of getting acrylics done). For $94 I expected better :( read more

Great service. Very welcoming. Was able to book a last minute appointment and they took me in within the next hour. They have a gel x option which i feel gives a more uniform nail look. Nail artist perfectly replicated my inspo picture. Will definitely be going back for a fill. read more

SB Nailbar - replicated inspo pic perfectly. beautiful work. - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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Great nails it was quick and easy and they turned out great! They were super nice and it was an amazing job

I have heard great things about this salon. Unfortunately, the nail tech I was assigned to was not experienced enough. The removal of my acrylic set was abrasive. I could've done it myself had I known she would take a nail tip under the acrylic nail to scrape it off. I allowed her to continue because maybe she would have her own approach for application. She was not confident while using the acrylic. When brought up my concerns regarding the foundation of the nail being too thin, lumpy, crooked and not having an apex. I was kind and honest not trying to make a scene. She snapped at me and was irritated that I had said something. She told me that's how they're supposed to be and rushed me out of her chair and asked another nail tech to fix her mistake. I will not mention her name as I know she knows who she is. There is room for improvement. There needs to be more time for consultations and discussions about what the nail tech is capable of. I still paid what they asked even after they did not finish my nails and had to go to another salon to finish the job. I paid 50 at SB NAILBAR, for an unfinished, no polish, 1/2 filed, crooked and uneven set of acrylics. The next spot I paid 60 including tip to fix SB Nailbars mistake. I am extremely disappointed and this kind of service is unacceptable. The attitude I received from the nail tech, I have never experienced before. Don't want to put her in blast, but I will not be returning or recommending this spot. read more

Arrived at 4:45pm for my 5pm appointment, I finally worked up the nerve to walk out after 45 minutes of nothing. They took in 3 walk ins right before 5:30 and got right to work on one of them. Don't offer appointments if they don't make any difference. read more

I used to go to this nail salon all the time. Loved getting my nails and toes done here. Recently I noticed a black spot on my toenail when my toes starting growing out from the gel. I took off my polish from my right big toe and realized my toe had been growing fungus. I have never been to another nail salon other than here. The fungus has been growing on my toe for months now. I just lost half of my toe nail because I'm assuming a tool wasn't cleaned and could have contracted some type of fungus from a unclean tool. I am now never going back to any nail salon because of this and have to wait for my toe nail to ever be back to normal unfortunately:( read more

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I've been here a couple times. Drive 35+ each way for the place. The girl in the front was amazing But my nail tech today just complained about and talk down on my nails. Customer service from the girl in the front was awesome but the nail techs have some AUDACITY. Not coming back. Don't care if I have to drive to Thousand Oaks ! read more

The best collagen pedicure I ever had in my life. Mai did a really great job on both of my pedicure and my dip manicure.The dip manicure always last more than a month. read more

SB Nailbar - Enjoying the collagen pedicure!!! - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

Got a cute French tip pedicure and it looked nice. (Pictured) Went back two weeks later bc I chipped my big toes and wanted to fix them. Had an appointment for 5:15 and didn't get started until 6... I also told the woman I wanted them to be made short right when she sat down. Then when she proceeded to make them very long w the acrylic I asked her to make them shorter. She then said "you should've told me that". So, I guess you got to tell them a few times what you want exactly. She made them a little shorter but they were still quite long for my liking. (Sorry didn't end up taking a pic of the super long big toes) She also drilled my skin and it hurt real bad and left a little red mark at the base of my toe. I still haven't found a good nail salon in Santa Barbara and it's too bad. read more

SB Nailbar - The original pedicure - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

I feel bad for writing this review. I had a lovely initial experience with my dip powder manicure. My appointment was 30 minutes late and I got a different technician than I was booked with, but the technician did careful work and I left feeling very happy with my nails. In less than a week, however, my nails started lifting. I saw the manager's comment on Yelp saying they guarantee dip powder for two weeks. I called them on day 8, by which point most of the nails were lifting. I was told I could come in to fix them, and I made an appointment for day 11. By then, every single nail was lifting, catching in my hair, etc. When I got in, the receptionist checked to make sure I was within the two week frame, and then called the manager. She then told me that they now had a policy that only guarantees services for one week. They hadn't communicated the policy anywhere, so as a "compromise" they offered to give me 30% off for a new dip manicure. I asked for a refund instead, and they refused. I asked for a way to contact the manager, and I was told they are not allowed to give out the manager's number. As such, my only option is to share my experience here. I can get my DIY-at-home dip manicure to stay for a week, and I came to a professional to get something that would last longer. Getting dip manicures every week is not worth the money or time for me; and having the salon change their policy without informing clients just adds to my frustration. read more

I made an appointment to come by Friday for a gel manicure. My nails are short but is isn't an excuse to why the gel was never to my cuticle/base of my nail (see photo). They look super grown out and it's only be 3 days (today is Monday). I can't even go back to get them fixed because I do not live in the area. But I think it's important to write this review to let people know if you're looking for gel nails that this is not a good place to go to for $38 before tip. read more

SB Nailbar - Looks grown out after just 3 days. Ring finger already chipped even though they guarantee two weeks of wear. This is sad. - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

As I've said, the service is absolutely horrendous. Some of the staff members are disrespectful, rude, and have no etiquette whatsoever. I have called them almost 10 times now because I had a question and they refuse to give me the answer I'm asking for. It is a bunch of BS because it makes no sense as to why this salon has charms for people to use if they won't allow people to use them when they ask. This salon wonders why they have bad reviews because of how unprofessional and how rude they are to their clients. read more

Called a head to ensure they could do a walk in. They sat me and started service right away. On a Saturday in the middle of the day. Can't beat that convenience. Lots of colors to choose from, although they were missing some brighter/Neon colors. If you like obnoxious nails like I do, bring a color from home! I got the basic mani pedi with normal polish which came out to be around $50. Love that they offer welcome drinks! read more

One of my thumbs literally did not get a topcoat on it and my cuticles are so messy? I have never left a nail salon with my cuticles that bad. I had to leave a review even thfor this because this is crazy to me. Had to go to a different place to fix them. read more

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Ivy is such an artist. Very fast and extremely creative, fun to work with as well. Very happy, positive woman. I enjoyed my time here at SB Nailbar with Ivy. Thank you for the wonderful service. read more

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Rushed and rude service. Cut me a couple times and the price is high for what you get. I was told good things about this place initially but I haven't been since. read more

My favorite place to go! Mai does amazing acrylics love all the staff here! Calm and relaxing environment

Update: the business reached out to me agreed that their work was unacceptable and then offered to give me a partial refund only if I agreed to take down this review. I declined and they blocked me. *cringe* I stopped coming here about 2 years ago when I realized they were using MMA...(that might have changed since...but It's unlikely.) Yesterday was my first time back and I went in to have an old builder gel (not acrylic) manicure removed and a fresh gel polish manicure done. First thing that concerned me this time was they didn't soak off the old and instead just scraped it off using a fake tip. While ripping the builder gel off my nails and leaving them very beat up the manicurist stopped to insult the condition of my nails before continuing to damage them more.... not cute, but whatever. The whole process felt very rushed...because it was. T Now, 30 hours later one nail has already broken and the polish entirely chipped off... This was the first time in years I went to a salon instead of the nail artist I usually go to and I regret it. Twice the price and it didn't even last 2 days. I could have done the same damage to myself at home for free... I wanted to give this place a second shot but so far all they seem to do here is damage your nails in one way shape or form. read more

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This wasn't what I asked for. The person who did my nails was rude. I asked for white chrome powder, she put on rainbow and said she couldn't change it. It looks nothing like what I showed her and it is a super pricey place. I wouldn't recommend going here, maybe it was just the person doing my nails. read more

SB Nailbar - What I got - Nail Salons Near Me - Santa Barbara, California

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One of the more cost friendly salons in Santa Barbara, but not the place to go for pampering. I've visited this place several times. Jobs are normally rushed. Everyone here seems to be very rushed. Great if you need to get in and out quickly. But often the final product isn't the best. Gel nails peel within a week. Dip nails peel in a week. It's located on State street so it's very busy. You have to get in early if you don't have an appointment. I have a few hygiene issues with this place. I've has one technician push my cuticle back with her own nails! I couldn't believe that happened! Mask requirements are posted, but are not fully enforced. Another technician dropped the nail polish brush on the floor and put it directly back into the bottle without sanitizing. I've started going somewhere else. read more

Wow! Amazing place! Love my nails! Found my new favorite place! Don't remember her name but she was the sweetest and took her time and very patient! Worth going back! Nice and clean! Very friendly environment! read more

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Rarely do I leave reviews for a bad experience but I must warn. Do not waste your time, money or health at SB Nail Bar located at 632 state st. I have been getting pedicures since I was 10 years old and I am a licensed cosmetologist. This salon is not properly clean. There was residue on the pedicure chair foot stands, an plethora of debris on the floor, and when my tech dropped a tool on the floor she rinsed it in the water my feet were going to be submerged in. Other tools she used were not wiped down and were visibly dirty. In addition the callus remover was left on my feet for much too long, about 30 mins. This is not okay as it is an acid, in school we learn to leave on for 10 mins max. I had to tell my tech to take it off. Furthermore I noticed that they did not sanitize pedicure thrones in between guests. Lastly when they went to charge me, I was quoted 48$ but the receptionist presented the card reader to me with a total of 78$ I understand it could've been a honest mistake and it was corrected. I will not return and suggest you visit a different salon in the area. Lux Nails and Alice's Nail boutique are both great. read more

Highly recommend SB Nailbar! We bad a group of 6 and the staff were able to accommodate us within 24 hours of our request. They were super nice and did a great job! read more

Julie was amazing! Loved my mani & pedi. She paid close attention to detail. I would absolutely come back to her.

I requested a gel pedicure. I'm not too sure if the girl was just starting off but it took quite some time for her to get through the whole procedure. On the other hand she did give me a minor cut. The total charge was $51, for a job that was not well done. My right foot looks very messy with the top coat smeared, and my right foot has a top coat on only 4 toes ( with air bubbles) and a cut on my toe, Im sorry but what is this EDIT: I can 100% confirm this was your shop, I have now attached a picture taken at the salon and of my bank statement, this is ridiculous there is no need to lie. read more

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We decided to have a girls day out and get our nails done for my stepdaughters graduation. We came in with no appointment but we're greeted so kindly and sat right away. There was only 3 technicians available for full acrylic sets so my step daughter did have to wait about 15 minutes but I started my mani pedi right away! My two techs Martha & Milly were so kind! Milly did my hands and loved to chat with me about the upcoming graduation and what I do. Martha greeted me with a smile and didn't let up on the foot scrub while I was giggling being super ticklish. The full set was put on by Mai she was so bubbly and experienced. She verified length before she started the main process and made the experience very lovely. We will be back for sure! read more

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I booked an appointment for my friend's Bachelorette party. It was a group of 6 of us. We were out of there in under 2 hours. Staff worked very diligently to attend the whole party. Everyone was happy with their nails. I as well loved the way my nails turned out! (See pics). I would definitely come back here if I'm in the area again. read more

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Best nail places very clean an great work they really spend time with there clients -Lily R read more

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Love this nail salon, amazing work!!! Here are most of my sets that I've got done here! read more

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