I've been consistently coming to Friendly Nails for the last few years. I usually call first thing…read morein the morning to check their availability for the same day & if it's too busy I'll ask to book an appointment for the next day or future date. All of the nail techs are great! I request for Cici when I want to do cat-eye or more simple gel manicures. If I want more artsy designs, I'll usually request for Ella or Karen. Gel manis are still $45, with full cat-eye adding an additional $15. Hand drawn art design nails may add between $4-6 per nail, depending on the design; while if you're okay with stickers, it may be $2-3/each. More intricate nail designs will require more time & cost more depending on what it is -- so I would inform them if this is something you want to do so they can allot the right amount of time for your booking. I typically spend about 1.5-2 hours to get my nails done (including removing the previous months' nails, nail trimming, shaping, cuticles, etc.) As stated before: Easy parking in the First St. structure behind the shop. Restroom available in the back of the store & always clean. They also do have bottled water, if needed.

My Response to Business owner :…read more Thank you for your response. I would like to clarify that my review is based on a realistic account of the service I received on May 19, 2026. While you describe the pace as 'efficient,' the service was incomplete by standard industry definitions. Specifically, the pedicure did not include the essential steps of a foot scrub, a foot massage, or cuticle cleaning. These are standard components of the service I paid for, and their omission is why I felt the experience was unsatisfactory. Furthermore, my comments regarding the tip were not a reflection of a personal preference, but rather a reaction to the staff's persistent pressure. When service falls short of the expected standard, I believe a customer should be able to decline a gratuity without being pressured by staff to justify that decision. My goal in sharing this review was simply to provide honest feedback regarding my experience, and I stand by the account I provided.

Love coming here every two weeks. This place is clean and…read moreeveryone is really nice. Crystal is my go to for long nails, gel x and nail art and pedicures. All the people at this location are pretty good. The prices are fair and the vibe is good times.

This breezy shopping center on Atlantic used to be one giant store called Superco -- I got a…read morerotating fan here one afternoon after dim sum at Ocean Star in the next block. Sadly, Superco and Ocean Star are both gone, but rising from the ashes is a bunch of fun stuff, like Smoking Tiger and this jumbo-sized nail salon next door, Magical Nails. Nothing too magical about it, but this busy salon has about 10,000 polish shades to choose from, and a printed menu with prices so you know what you're getting and how much it will be. All the salon chairs have the back massage function which kills two birds with one stone. Easy parking right in front, walk-ins welcome, and no waiting for your mani-pedi. I stuck my nose in to have a look, and was getting beautified just a few moments later. Minus one star for some unnecessary upselling, and a sour face from the greeter when I declined. But a free bottle of water cheered me up. Would I go back? Yes.

MJ is my go to nail spot! I even convinced my sisters to start coming here after they kept trying…read moreother places in the area and leaving disappointed with either the quality or the pricing. I always book with Nana and make sure to call ahead so I can get an appointment with her, she always does an amazing job. She recently did my nails for Coachella, and I absolutely loved how they turned out. I got so many compliments! I usually bring in inspiration photos, and she'll add in her own creative touch, which makes the final results even better. The quality of their work is consistently great my nails last, the shaping is precise, and everything is done with attention to detail. Their service is also efficient without feeling rushed, and I like that I can get a pedicure at the same time. On top of that, their pricing is very reasonable for the level of quality you get. The staff is always friendly and welcoming, and I rarely have to wait long, which I really appreciate. Highly recommend if you're looking for a place that delivers both quality and great service!

Loved my gel x manicure…read more Worst pedicure ever however. Don't normally leave bad reviews but my nails and cuticles were not cleaned. I wish I would have said something then. They look so dry and I just got my pedi a few hours ago. They rushed my daughters too. Not worth the price and the tip I left.

This was my second time here, and I enjoyed it just as much as the first! They are incredibly…read moredetail-oriented and take their time throughout the entire process, constantly checking in to make sure you're happy with how everything is turning out. They paid close attention to my reference photos and always checked with me before making any adjustments to the polish or colors to ensure everything matched my vision. At no point did I feel like they were rushing through my appointment to get to the next customer, which I really appreciated. Making an appointment and sending in my reference photos for a quote is also super easy and convenient. I'll definitely continue coming back!

Jennie did such an amazing job on my nails! She was so sweet, easy to talk to, and really paid…read moreattention to every little detail. She took her time to make sure everything looked perfect, and my nails turned out exactly how I wanted them. The whole appointment was such a great experience, and you can tell she genuinely cares about her work and her clients. I've gotten so many compliments on my nails, and they're still holding up beautifully. I'll definitely be coming back and would recommend Jennie to anyone looking for beautiful, high-quality nails!

I had the best experience at this nail salon!! Ling was so sweet and her staff is super welcoming…read moreand kind!! I got a manicure & pedicure & they did such an amazing job!! I will definitely be coming back!!

Ling at @cstarnails is a true artist! After being…read moredisappointed with my usual go-to salon, I decided to give C Star Nails a try, and I am so glad I did! Ling did an absolute masterclass on my nails. The almond shape is perfectly symmetrical, clean, and elegant. ​The design turned out even better than I imagined--the combination of the shimmering purple/lavender tone with the iridescent, opalescent chrome accent nails catches the light so beautifully! On top of her talent, the studio itself is so clean, bright, and beautifully organized, with an incredible selection of colors and charm options displayed. Ling spent a full 2.5 hours working on my nail set, showing incredible patience, precision, and top-tier attention to detail and cuticle care. She even sets up a lovely snack and drink cart with bottled water, tea, chocolates, and rice crackers to keep you comfortable during your appointment. I've officially found my new favorite nail tech! While I was there, I also watched Irene working on another client right beside me, and she did a wonderful job as well! Can't wait to try her works too. I will definitely be back!

Andrew is amazing. I only came in for a pedi and I almost never get my nails done. In the few times…read moreI have, my experience here has been the best out of the bunch. He is so considerate, nice, and really tried to make a welcoming and comfortable environment. Also looking at his IG, he is SO talented. Absolutely recommend! He deserves all of these 5 star reviews.

I booked with Trulycure when I was on a hiatus with my regular nail place. I did show up a few…read moreminutes early to my appointment since it was my first time and I also wasn't sure how parking was. My appointment time came and the salon was still closed (I just want to note that my appointment time was 30 minutes after their opening time) and I was waiting outside, unsure if I should just leave or wait. I ended up messaging Trulycure for an update and didn't get an answer. A lady showed up about 5-10 minutes later to open the door, asked if I needed a pedicure and then to sit down on one of the chairs. Now the chairs were really nice, but did not have a built in spa. She had to bring over a tub of water. I wasn't asked which pedicure service I want (I later saw there were multiple options on their menu) and asked me what color I wanted. Andrew had walked in while I was getting my pedicure done. He worked on removing my old set of gelx that I got done elsewhere and put a new set (he did an excellent job at this). I opted for a cat eye effect on my nails since he mentioned there is a promotion at the time. I thought Trulycure is somewhere I want to go back to but after reflecting on my experience of waiting without any communication they were going to be tardy, pedicure gal cutting my toe nails oddly to the point where my big toe nail is growing out not the way I like and the cat eye not being a cat eye (looks like a layer of glitter polish applied), I was completely ready to go back to my usual place.

Great service !! Love the colors and the workers doing…read moreamazing job!! They put extraordinary detail on the process. Thanks Cindy, John and Terry The place was super clean and organized

My new go-to spot for getting my nails done! Clean, chic nail place in monterey park. Special…read moreshoutout to Vicky she always gets me right! She's got a great attention to detail and suggests the best for you. There's plenty of parking available and their prices are good. Very welcoming staff!

I messaged super late at night and was able to get an appointment for a pedicure…read more The salon is very clean and cute and the massage chairs are very comfortable! The man doing my pedicure was extremely detailed with my toes, especially with the cuticles and the skin around my toes Thank you!

I've been coming to Fashion Nails for the past few months, and I've always enjoyed coming here…read more However, recently I've noticed that the service hasn't been the same. It feels more rushed and it seems like the salon is taking on more clients than they can comfortably handle. Because of that, I feel like the nail techs don't have enough time to work carefully, which has led to mistakes. The last time I came in, my nail tech accidentally cut me a little. It wasn't too bad, so I didn't think much of it. Unfortunately, when I came in today, I was cut again, but this time it was much worse. My finger is now swollen and hurts. I've also noticed that the filing and buffing can be pretty rough. Considering my set cost $85, I would expect a little more care and attention during the appointment. I'm including a photo of how my finger was cut for reference. I honestly wish I didn't have to leave this review because I do enjoy coming here, but I hope this feedback helps bring attention to these issues so they can be improved.