I finally found my nail home…read more I just got back from my pedicure, and I am so glad my friend let me tag along to her appointment at Solara Nail Bar. I've driven past Solara countless times on my way to and from the gym, always noticing it, but had never actually stopped in. After today, I'm honestly wondering why I waited so long. The experience started with Nick, who greeted me when I walked in and immediately made me feel welcome. He has an incredible personality and the kind of humor that makes you feel like you've known him forever. I then met his beautiful wife, Kathy, who is every bit as lovely and sweet. And I have to mention the entire team because everyone I encountered was genuinely so much fun. I don't think I've ever laughed that hard at a nail appointment. They he entire team and the energy of the salon that made the experience so much fun. There was constant conversation, laughter, and such a genuine sense of camaraderie that I completely lost track of time. I opted for the Eucalyptus Pedicure, and it was exactly what I needed. The products are high quality and luxurious, the service menu is extensive, and their color selection is impressive. You can tell there is a real attention to quality and detail behind the business rather than simply trying to offer the most services possible. Hannah did my pedicure, and she was phenomenal. She was attentive, professional, and did an amazing job. I thoroughly enjoyed my time with her, but what made the appointment so memorable was really the atmosphere created by everyone around us. Between the conversations happening throughout the salon and the personalities of the people who work there, I was laughing the entire time. It genuinely felt like I had walked into a room full of friends. That combination is what stood out to me most about Solara. It has the elevated experience you want from a beautiful, luxury nail salon, but it still feels personal and genuine. There's no pretension. Just a team that clearly enjoys what they do and knows how to make people feel good while they're there. It's easy to understand why they've built such a loyal following. Every detail, from the products to the service to the people behind the business, feels intentional. They treat their clients like VIPs while still making you feel completely at home. I came in as a friend tagging along to an appointment and left thinking, "Okay, I found my place." I'll absolutely be back.

This is the only review you need to read to tell you everything you need to know about this salon…read moreand why you should NOT go here. First, I have tried this salon twice now (so that you don't have to) and have been dissatisfied on both occasions. The second occasion has made me mad enough to write this review. Also, I get my nails done every 3 weeks routinely (always dip on my natural nail, always the same shape) and have never experienced such unprofessional conduct until I tried this salon. --Bad Quality: I asked for extremely natural color and shape. First time I went, the shape was fine but the dip did not last more than 5 days before it started "crumbling"/breaking near the tip. I work so I couldn't get back to the salon to address this and decided to give them one more chance. I gave them this second chance when I went back less than 2 weeks after the first visit. This second visit, the nail tech (Natalie) said she would do an extra layer of dip (total of 3 layers) to make sure it didn't crumble/break as fast (since dip usually lasts me 3 weeks without breaking)--she did the 3 layers and my nails were extremely thick/globby. She fixed the thickness a little bit with the drill but they were still SO much thicker than any other nail salon I've been to (all other salons have done 3 layers and still managed to make them look natural/not so thick/globby). 4 days later, I've already had one of the extremely thick ones break/crumble--I say "crumble" because it is not a clean break like you'd expect, it's literally crumbling off--this means whatever process they are using to dip is not good bc clearly the chemical agents are not activating properly. --Unprofessional Response: I called the second it broke (4 days later on Monday) and asked if they could fix it after work at 5:30 PM (their business hours are listed as being open until 7PM--they told me that I could "come now" (in the middle of my work day) to which, I told them I could not come before 5:30 any week day since I work full time. They told me that they wouldn't be open at 5:30 and that they'd close at 3 today bc they didn't have any more appointments scheduled to make them stay open until 7PM (their listed business hours). They told me that I could come at 5Pm on Thursday to get fixed. I cannot wait that long as the nail is snagging my clothes. They offered no other accommodation despite me explaining that I work M-F and they offered no explanation as to why their publicly listed business hours were not accurate. I would have never chosen this salon had I known that its listed business hours were not accurate since I work and always look for a salon with later availability in case needed. Their response was not only unprofessional, but their tone on the phone was "annoyed" that I would even ask them to fix the crappy job that they did to begin with. I will not be going back and recommend that you look elsewhere if you don't want your dip to crumble or nails to look like thick-globs.

Cindy always does amazing nails ! She drew this all by hand with gel x . Love her nail art !read more

Christina is so amazing! Incredible nails and also helping me on my nail growth journey :)read more

I said, "AYYYYYEEE YOOO"…read more This 5-star review is simply to testify that an angelic sighting occurred here--and her name is KELLY. Kelly has hands truly from God! She gave me the best pedicure and 15 minute foot massage I have ever received! She clearly has foot-telepathy because she knows exactly what each area of the foot needs. Beyond the blessing of Kelly, this nail and foot spa is a solid place. The small size makes you feel like you're at a nail/foot spa pit stop and their job is to get you out as fast as possible. Thankfully the staff don't make you feel rushed; they are all kind and caring. This establishment is brightly lit and extra clean. The prices are amazing and I paid $35 for my gift from heaven.

Can't believe this place is still in business. Absolutely…read morethe worst pedi /mani I have ever gotten. I waisted time and money

Very good, took really good care of my nails. I left very happy would recommend to all my…read moregirlfriends

Best pedicure by Cindi.clean and professional .very easy access and parking. Will be a regularread more

I have been searching for a good nail salon for a very long time across multiple cities and have…read morebeen coming to Nail Therapy for over a year now and love it here! Billy in the front desk is super efficient and friendly and Susan and Tammy are my favorites for the best, clean, regular manicure and pedicure (I don't do gel anymore but they're great with gel too). They're really great at what they do and care about the quality of their work! This is my favorite nail salon and this review is long overdue!! I rarely post reviews but this review was worth my time!

I called made an appointment. I was on time. I was asked to wait 5 minutes. I was the only one…read morewaiting when I arrived. My 5 minute wait turned into a 30 minute wait as I watched 4 women come in after me and be seated before me. Do you suppose its because I wanted the Gel removed and not put back on? I walked out. There's a nail shop on every corner and Nail Therapy isn't anything special. I found a place a short distance away. I was seated within 5 minutes and treated like they valued my business. The other place did a great job and for less money. UPDATE: I was told 5 minutes that turned into 30 minutes. You said my issue of narrowing big toe nails were just my age and not a result of gel. There was never any mention of CURLING or ingrown nails. and I agreed to leave everything as is. What's unfair is you trying to paint this as something it wasn't. People don't walk out feeling unsatisfied for no reason. And as far as the money, I always paid cash and tipped 30%. I didn't loose anything over this incident, on the other hand you lost a customer. The lack of communication and service is on you sir.

Been coming here for 4 years now and Tiffany is such a perfectionist. I work in healthcare, so…read moregetting long nails is not an option for me, let alone me loving the more natural+classy look anyway, and Tiffany delivers every time. I get dipping powder so it can last longer since I am so hard on my hands and Tiffany knows exactly how I like them. They last a long time, her shaping is always very even, and the best part- she is QUICK! I know if I'm on a tight schedule for my day, I can be in & out in no time. They're also very punctual if I schedule an appointment in advance. Everyone is super friendly and understanding too. Love yallllll

I was really excited to switch over to Rex Nails since I have heard great things about this salon…read more I booked a 2pm appointment in Monday July 27th and when I showed up, they were closed. Quite confused as to why they would book me knowing they would not be open.

Best pedicure I've had in a long time…read more They didn't rush anything. Took their time shaping, cleaning, and actually paying attention to the details most places skip. My feet feel smooth, nails look clean, and the polish came out perfect. The massage alone was worth it--firm, not rushed, and you can tell they know what they're doing. Place was clean, calm, and easy to relax in. Staff was friendly without forcing small talk. P.S. ask for Megan

I was frantic when I broke a nail right before my event yesterday and only had less than an hour to…read moreget it fixed! I remembered the nail salon by the marina just a short 2-minute walk from us, and my boyfriend quickly found them on Yelp, total lifesaver! Meghan did a great job making me feel comfortable and calm. They had a brand-new cat-eye polish collection, and it was a dream! Not only was I out of there in under an hour, but my nails turned out so gorgeous! Meghan and the rest of the staff worked together to make sure I was out on time, truly above and beyond service! The salon is tucked inside the beautiful Peter's Landing Plaza, overlooking the yachts and marina, super peaceful and relaxing. Next time I'll definitely come back for a full mani-pedi. So happy I found my new go-to nail salon!

I don't know why there aren't lines out the door for Nails 2000. When I was new to Seal Beach, I…read moretried a lot of other nail salons, but none compared to Nails 2000. It's relaxing, clean and inviting and they're priced competitively. I've worked with Diane, Nancy and Anna and they are all excellent. They do a very thorough and professional job and while they are conversational, they focus on their work so you're in and out of there in a reasonable time. I really love Nails 2000, and I highly recommend them as one of the very best kept secrets in Seal Beach. Catherine H.

I got a gel pedicure here for $45. The nail tech did a good job on my toes, and the polish came out…read moreclean and neat, but there wasn't really a "wow" factor overall. The pedicure included a thorough toe cleanup, which I appreciated, but the heel work was very basic. The massage was also extremely short, about a minute total, so it felt a bit rushed in that part. On the positive side, I didn't feel rushed during the appointment, and I liked that there was no pressure to make conversation if you prefer a quiet experience. However, the overall vibe felt a bit awkward. The tech didn't introduce herself or ask for my name, which made the experience feel a little impersonal, almost like I was a burden rather than a valued client. Overall, it's a decent, no-frills pedicure, but not something that stands out or feels particularly welcoming.