Amy went above and beyond for my service! 10/10 customer service, flexibility, and hospitality. I came in the shop with a reference and Amy exceeded my expectation with her dedication of making sure my nails were perfect. This is my go to salon and I will be back! read more

Low quality. Incredibly rude and shady with payment options. The salon is also dirty and lackluster. Not much cheaper than nearby salons.

The prices went up and they stopped honoring the rewards card. NOT COOL! I've been coming here for years so I'm really unhappy. The lady took my card which had like 7 stars and just threw it away. If you got 10 stamps then you used to get $30 off a service. When I used my last rewards card, they ONLY gave me $20 off a service. That should have been a clue but like I mentioned in an earlier review the ladies do a good job. I'll be searching for a new nail salon. read more

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I love this place! Rose is a wonderful nail tech. I've been getting gel nail fills here for a few months and she is amazing! Also, with me being visually impaired, she adds the tip for me on the credit card machine. Here's just a sample of her work... read more

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This salon is dirty now and the service is rude Ever since tracy left it's gone downhill I don't know why they think it's ok to use cheap product but charge so much don't try to fool me I won't be back they messed up my nails and my friends I will go find tracy in her new salon and go continue to see her. no one does it better than her. read more

Amy is the best! I always love my nails when she does them! I get the hard gel with design and it is so affordable compared to other establishments! She shapes my nails exactly how I want it and is very detail oriented! She's my go to. Will not go anywhere else! read more

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Prices kept going up. Employees kept leaving. Kathy left for glow nail spa in berryessa area. The salon is actually nicer then this one and they are cheaper. Go see her!! She still does great job. Such a shame this place changed a ton after new owners. Prices went up and employees left. Red flag read more

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I called to make an appointment for today at 11:15, and right away I got sat at the nail station. I came in here for a dip removal and a new dip set on my real nails. Total was $40 + $10 tip because Heidi did a great job! Removal was painless and it was fast. Since I came in the morning, it was a little busy but I got in and out of there within an hour. I got the dip color in #3 i believe, from the pink book. Such a cute baby pink color. It was also my first time here and I would definitely come back again! Small salon that seems like a hole in the wall but service was great. read more

Venus Nail Salon - Dip nails - Nail Salons Near Me - San Jose, California

I wish I could give this wonderful salon 10 stars! I actually went here on accident two years ago. I was supposed to meet my mother for a pedicure and some how clicked the wrong salon on my gps. I sat down for a deluxe pedicure and when I realized my mom wasn't showing up because i was at the wrong place it was too late. I was already in heaven from the pedicure I was driving from Hayward for a pedicure the first year. Now I live closer, I am so happy. Everyone who works there does an amazing job! I go to two different woman for my pedicures. They take good care of you and are super sweet. Me and my best friend try to make a girls date once a month here. Just go and get a deluxe and thank me later. read more

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Long overdue review. This has been my go-to salon since 2020. The one time I strayed from here (was by the mall and went to one nearby in desperation) I regretted it. I get gel manis here and they always last 3-4 weeks, sometimes even longer. I've seen multiple nail techs here but recently have been seeing just Lee/Li. Her gel manis come out to absolute perfection and she's so sweet and friendly. Their prices are also unbeatable at 30 before tip for a gel mani. Love this place. read more

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Friendly staff here. I have worked with LY, Kathy, Heidi and Tracy who worked my nails before. They do get busy on weekend, so I usually go on weekdays after 5 pm. Their price is fair and design art is more reasonable than other nail salons. So this is my preferred place to go. If you can only go on weekend, appointment is HIGHLY recommended. read more

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I love getting my nails done and Amy is does a great job! It's cheaper than most of the places I have tried before! I've been coming here for almost 3 years now! I only get done my manicure here! Totally worth it read more

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I am VERY particular when it comes to my nails. Amy did not disappoint me. I have been to her quite a few times now, and my nails are always so good! Highly recommend Amy and Venus Nail Salon! The vibe is calm and welcoming! read more

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Amy is amazing! She never disappoints I am always in love with my nails. Her attention to detail and making sure I am happy with my nails is something I appreciate. read more

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Love this place the pedicures were very relaxing my boyfriend got his first one and loved it! Will be back for my fill! My nails are super cute Brenda did a great job although my nails started to sting while she was doing them I'm not sure why... Got charged 15$ for the diamond rocks on my ring finger they are super pretty I loved them but they did not stay on too long most of them fell off and it's o my been 3 days so I probably won't be getting them again. Still love this place read more

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I've been coming here for over 3 years but sadly I will be looking for a new shop. Majority of the old workers left due to new owners. The last two times I've gone, there is only two or 3 workers and they always overbook which causes them to rush when doing nails and pedis. Even with an appointment, be expected to wait. I had to wait almost 30 min even with an appointment. The ladies are friendly but they defiantly need more workers and all should be trained on how to do designs. read more

I have been coming here for some time now! The service and quality is always amazing. It has been consistent which sticks out amongst other nail spas. I go to Amy, she is so sweet, fun, and her work is always impecable. Miki has done my pedicure before too, and she was so kind and did a great job. I have been offered water, Vietnamese coffee (tastes amazing), and some snacks. This place is so homey and relaxing, it's perfect for a "me time" day (every 3 weeks) haha. read more

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Once again an amazing visit to Venus nail salon, the staff is so warm and welcoming especially LEE which is my go to nail tech. Love LEE so much and my fresh set. I must add I've NEVER been burned, cut, or nicked at this salon which tends to happen more often than not at nail salons but not here(: read more

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Ive been coming to them for almost two years now. I like the service here. The ladies here are not too chatty..which is what i like the most. They wont nother you with upgrades. The only complaint I have is - Although they have a good selection for gel colors..they seem to have a limited color selection for the regular mani/pedi services. It does not bother me much, since ive been getting my own color ever since the pandemic anyway. The regular pedicure includes the sugar scrub and hot stone massage. Thier prices are reasonable compared to other places read more

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Amy did a amazing job on my nails today!! Love them and recommend her! Pretty color too read more

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Amy and Olivia are amazing!! Their attention to detail is great and I always leave soo happy with my nails. Both of them are very kind and helpful!! read more

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Do not come here if you want to waste your time. I wanted to give them another try and made an appointment with their owner Michael for 5 PM today. Got there a few minutes earlier, and 2 people were finishing up their manicure. As they left, Michael sat down at the front desk and I just waited. I asked, how much longer? He says 5 more minutes. Doubtful as none of the girls were close to done. Why lie? Why just sit there? I tell him I need to be somewhere by 6, and he said no problem. Umm, I don't want a rushed crappy nail job. He has me sit with a bowl of water dipping my fingers around 5:15 and as they turn to raisins at 5:25 with again, no one close to done, I figure this is a waste of my friggin time. IF you know I have an appointment, let me know you can't make that time in advance rather than me rushing over. Have a sick employee? Message me you can't make the time. Don't just sit there chatting it up with your employees when you JUST finished a customer's nails 15 mins ago. Now, I have to find another place right before my trip when I had carved out my time to come here. NEVER AGAIN! Don't waste your time for SH$%%%Y service. read more

I'm a lowkey gal so I like just simple polish and this place gave me what I wanted. The price is affordable for me and I received the service with care and attention. Payment is also easy and quick. Will come again read more

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Just wanted to give an updated review, Venus Nail Salon is still my go-to & I love all the ladies here. They're so funny and sweet :) I recently discovered dipping (late to the game, I know) but I scheduled an appointment with Tracy and she did an amazing job! I showed her a picture of what I wanted and she nailed it. It turned out so beautifully and I love how it turned out. Had my pedicure done by Ly today. She was very nice and paid attention to some of the areas where I needed more work on. She also finished pretty quick, thanks Ly! Pedicures are still the best here IMO. read more

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Today was my last visit I've been coming here for years and have been seeing Kathy for at least 5 years. IF ANYONE HAS KATHYS NUMBER, CAN YOU PRETTY PLEASE MESSAGE IT TO ME?? I called to make an appointment earlier this week and was told Kathy no longer works there. I made appointments today for a manicure and a pedicure. I usually get one of the more expensive pedicures, but wasn't asked this time until she had already painted my nails. I always get the callus treatment, but it was too late at that point, so I opted for the basic. The basic comes with a 5 minute hot stone massage....I don't think I even got 3 minutes. Nails were uneven....really uneven, and paint on the cuticles. Nails are fine... And both of the ladies that did my nails and toes were nice. No issues except for the toes, but no one will compare to the work Kathy did for me. The new owner has increased prices twice since taking over. I get it, inflation, but no warning either time. I will gladly pay an increase, but not for inconsistent services and poor quality products. The quality of the newer polishes in the books aren't as good as the older polishes they carry, and be prepared to wait, even if you have an appointment. I've seen people wait reallllllly long, or people show up for their appointments and be turned away. The real bummer, I asked for Kathy's number because I owed her a tip from two weeks ago. They would not give it to me, said they didn't have it. I said she was your employee, and you didn't have her phone number? Mumbled something I couldn't hear, and I stated how disappointed I was seeing I'd been seeing Kathy since before she took over as owner (years). The location is super convenient to me so that will hurt, but it was even worse not having Kathy there to do the AMAZING job she always did. I will no longer recommend this nail salon the many family members and friends I've referred over the years. I really hope it's true they don't have Kathy's number, and not keeping her clients from her. read more

Walked in for a quick pedicure. This is next to my dry cleaner that was not open yet when I arrived. Early so no waiting. Clean and nice place. Amy did my pedicure. Even for basic pedi, I got little foot massage. Loved it. Will come back! read more

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One of the worst professional manicures I've ever received. Saw the 5 star reviews on Yelp and I can't say how much I feel like the Yelp community has failed me today. Came in with an appointment to remove my acrylic nails and get a gel manicure. Let's start with the acrylic removal. My nail beds grew out quite a bit and I was excited to come in and keep my natural length. As soon as I sat down I wasn't asked if I wanted my nails long or short... the nail tech automatically just chopped off the acrylics with my natural nail right down to my skin. Then thinking they were going to use the soak off method, he just immediately starts ripping the acrylic off from my nail beds. It was the quicker method don't get me wrong but it effing hurt! The girl behind me was getting the less abrasive, soak off method.. why wasn't I given that courtesy? I was also still charged for the soak off method.. not cool. Then on to the manicure - the pictures speak for themselves. My nail tech didn't ask me what shape I wanted nor did they even care to check that the nail lengths were even. The gel polish application was so messy, literally it looks like I did my nails myself. I tried telling my nail tech my issues and it just seemed like it got worse and worse. ITS ONLY BEEN AN HOUR AND THE GEL IS PEELING ALREADY. Total time spent in the salon: 35 minutes. Cost: $30. You be the judge if you think this is what a quality spa gel manicure is. I am by no means the argumentative type. I still gave the nail tech a 20% tip because this is how they make a living and I left without causing a scene. However, I absolutely left disappointed because I was expecting a lot better quality in service. Based on my experience I really can't say I'd recommend coming here.. if you do come, be warned... if they put you with the man, politely ask to be helped by someone else. read more

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This was my second time at this nail salon and I was satisfied with both visits! My very first visit, I came in for a refill plus I had the 20% for new customers. So, it was very affordable! I made an appointment on a Saturday for 11:30 AM. I was seated right away and was worked on immediately. The nail technician, Tracy, asked what shape I wanted and made sure I liked the nail shape and length before proceeding. I showed her a picture of how I wanted my nails and it came out great! I am very happy with my nails! This location is fairly close to my home, inexpensive, and my nails came out great so far. This will probably be my go-to spot for now! NOTE: Not a big parking lot read more

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Y'all I came here 1 month ago and loved the work Tracy did for me. So of course I will return. I came here on Friday at 2:30 which was my schedule appointment I made at 930am. I came to get a full and pedi. Unfortunately, when I showed up the water was shut off. Therefore I wasn't able to get a pedi. Fine ok. I feel like I should of had a courtesy call to notify me. If I knew the water was out I would have schedule for another day. I like to get everything done at once. Anyways, I said ok. I was asked to pick a color which I did. I had a design in mind which I showed. I'm not sure who helped me with my nails but omg horrible!!! She kept walking away, walking outside answering phones. stopping. It took more than an hour to do a fill! My nail shape or horrible she didn't even file properly. I feel like she rushed and did a lazy job. She used her machine instead of manually filling . I'm so disappointed in my nails... My nails under my acrylics are lifting because she didn't file them down the machine. Now I will have to find another place to go to. Def hit and miss.... read more

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Thank you chi Ly for this lovely design . She did really good job and this salon will be my destination next time. Staff is very friendly and welcoming read more

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I came here for a pedicure and it's extremely affordable for a basic pedicure. Everyone there is extremely nice and attentive. They also have a good selection of nail polishes. I definitely recommend this place for anyone seeking good service and great prices! My update is to say this place is 100% worth 5 stars. Over the past few weeks I've tried different places due to the current closure due to covid and nothing compares to this place. You seriously get the best for what you pay. They have the best pedicures - you get the hot stones, hot towel, exfoliate and massage all for about half the price anywhere else and they're super clean and polite. read more

They are wonderful here they do a wonderful job on your nails and we were walking then we came in a short notice and they were very very sweet and took two of us in and did completely brand new sets and soaked the first set off if I lived in the area I would come nowhere else other than here. The conversation was wonderful and I will it was so relaxing I almost fell asleep in the chair. I wouldn't recommend any place else other than Venus Nails on Branham here in San Jose. Amy is wonderful. read more

I loved the service at Venus Salon. Now, I have had my share of salons that were highly rated on Yelp, but when I went in, I left utterly disappointed. My nails can either come out bumpy or misshapen. But fortunately, they were everything I had hoped for. Upon arrival, you check in at the front desk and take a seat on the couch should you arrive before your appointment. Then, you are given a cold bottle of water. I like how they give you ample time to choose your color, and don't give you attitude when you change your mind about the color. My nails came out close to perfect this time, with the exception of my index finger, where the shaping was a tad off center. Sometimes when I leave the salon, I have to convince myself that I like them :|. This time, I really did love my nails so much. I got a color that I don't normally choose (a sheer pink- I usually am a dark color kinda gal). I was initially worried that it was going to be too sheer, but they ended up a beautiful sheer pink. It also resulted in a happy accident; the part that is attached to my nail is more pink and as the nail extends, it became a more white-washed hue. My only complaint is that the tech was not very conversational. Maybe it was a long day or it was an off day for her. Whatever the case, it isn't that big of a deal as my nails made up for it. It's been almost a week since I had gotten my nails done here. I think I've found my new regular spot.. read more

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Wont be returning after always coming here in the past years. (Every time I would come in Tracey would always help me out, she knows I never talk much or look at my nails. She would always have the fingers at eye level to have me take a look to make sure everything is good. ) Today I came in around 12 and was assisted by two ladies I have never seen, one did my toes while the other at number 3 did my nails. The lady who did my toes forgot to scrub my feet, I let her know she forgot to scrub my feet. She didn't said much but I told her it's fine even though it wasn't but I'm not the type of person to speak up because I always feel like I would make that person's day feel bad or I would get yelled at. While I was getting my nails done I showed the technician how I wanted my nails. From other mail places I recently been too they had always told me to wait until the end because that's when the nails would look better and if I don't like it than to let them know so they can fix it, cause I had told technicians in the process of them doing my nails I don't like how it looks or to fix something, they would stare at me angry and would continue the nail, slap my fingers, or they would say oh and start talking to their friends while being extremely aggressive to my hands. I did noticed how the nails were not looking right so I just kept telling myself just wait until the end. The end comes and I washed my hands, and I realized they do not look like the picture. My anxiety was acting up today and I did not know how to say I don't like my nails or I was not wanting a loud reaction. So at the payment I quietly said I'm sorry but I honestly don't like how the left hand looks, it looks a bit of a mess. The woman who did my nails said this out loud where everyone in the salon looked and stared at us! "WHY DIDNT YOU TELL ME! HOW WAS I SUPPOSE TO KNOW! UGH NEXT TIME YOU NEED TO TELL ME! WE CAN FIX IT NOW!" I told her I'm sorry but I don't have time to fix it... she said "WELL YOU NEVER TOLD ME SO YOU NEED TO SAY SOMETHING NEXT TIME OKAY!" And than I told her the reason why I never speak up. She than quietly said oh.... I'm sorry. I was starting to shake and my voice was already getting raspy. She gave me $5 off for the nails also $5 off for the toes since they were not scrubbed at all. I paid for my stuff and kept my head down while walking out. I noticed the customer sitting down waiting for their turn was staring at me and I was already embarrassed. I quickly got in my car and texted my bf now my anxiety is acting up and how I got yelled at and had the technicians was getting upset and loud with me. I started crying while I'm the car and driving home. Also to the owner who I know will respond back to this Yelp. -I do not have time this week, I will be working during the times y'all are open -Next week I will be out of town - I will not be coming back here anymore not after the interaction with that lady. Especially after getting disrespected, having an employee getting loud with me, and having everyone in the salon stare at me. Why would I return to a place that made me feel so disrespected and embarrassed? - thanks for everything y'all done for me in the past, but after today I will no longer return or let people know about this place again. read more

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I changed my rating because the last few times I went I didn't like my pedicure. I used to go to Kathy but she left. I was able to finally find her. I have her info if you would like it. read more

I have been going to Venus nails for several years. The business has changed hands many times. Today I went in for a fill, and polish change on my toes. The last 3 time I have been there for the same service each time I was charged a different price. When I was checking out I paid by Venmo. I included the tip in my Venmo payment. As I was exciting the shop one of the employee shouts at me. (Lady are you going to tip) it was really unpleasant. read more

Literally the only nail salon I go to. It costs me about $75 for a regular gel manicure & pedicure but the outcome is always AMAZING! I've gotten my nails done by Tina & Amy soooo many times & they both do a great job. They pay close attention to detail & make sure you're comfortable in the process. They try their best to make sure you're in & out of there without making you feel like your services are being rushed. Overall, great place to get your nails done! 10/10 would recommend :) P.S there's places to eat next door so you can go get your nails done & then grab a bite to eat after! read more

I love coming here!! Amy is so amazing she's caring and super talented!! Every time I leave I'm so impressed and happy with how my nails turned out. one time she even kept the salon open after hours for me because I came in late, so amazing!! Everyone here is nice and the service is great. read more

Update: My nail tech is Ly and as you can see she's pretty amazing and very friendly too. :) read more

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I honestly don't understand all the low ratings for this place. I've been to many other places for around the same price and this place beats it all. They are friendly people who provide great work. For the price you pay, it's worth it. The manicurists know what they are doing. If you are on here looking through reviews, you must know that the service isn't quick and when you make an appointment sometimes you need to wait. It's better for the nail technician to take their time because it means they are focusing on making your nails perfect. I've came here for the past year and every time I come, they have never disappointed me. So ladies if you are in a rush, just plan accordingly because this place won't disappoint. Great quality for the price what more can you ask for. read more

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