Top Best 15 Nail Salons in Santa Monica, Los Angeles

Kim Young Celina is so sweet. Love that she speaks English and the salon is quiet, Beautiful, and clean. Best pedicure I ever got. And my nails look great

Rachel Joynes Celina is wonderful - book to see her now! She has been doing nails for years and has just started working for herself in this new space. Its calm, relaxing and a more personal experience. Highly recommended.

Nadia Voukitchevitch The BEST nail salon- SPA in town and perfectly located in the heart of Santa Monica - near the promenade so you can do all your shopping right after or before and grab a bite to eat as well!!! Blue bottle is right next door too for coffee lovers!!! Words cannot describe how wonderful Celina’s signature foot facial is- the one and only I know in all of LA- your feet will be in heaven right after and feel like a baby’s bottom and face cheeks! For REAL!!! Celina also has a wide array of non toxic polishes like my favorite Dazzle Dry and has the best foot and hand scrubs organically made that smell divine and leave your skin perfectly hydrated! She has tons of snacks on hand and beverages- alcoholic and nonalcoholic including expresso- Keurig to offer all her Clients. It’s a very calming and welcoming environment with lovely Nile green relaxing touches throughout the Spa nail salon… Best part of it all is that Celina is such a lovely caring person who is sooo accommodating and gentle - she is a true Gemini Girl!!!

Erin Katz Best nail salon experience!! Celina is amazing she has been my nail tech for over 4 years and has improved my nails tremendously!! She does amazing art and is super sweet! She’s talented and super creative!! Highly recommend you check her out

Emma Belluomo I had a wonderful experience getting my nails done by Celina. She was professional, efficient (but thorough) and my hands and feet feel amazing! I will definitely book with her again. I also found her price to be very reasonable considering the area. Her environment was very relaxing, clean and loved especially that she struck a great balance of making friendly conversation but not talking my ear off (some techs do). All and all, a 10/10 for me!

Sara Frigui I’ve been here twice now and both experiences have been wonderful! Annie is an expert at her job and has gone above and beyond to give me manicures that last far longer than anywhere else I’ve been to and look far better. She’s also so efficient, and gets me in and out in under an hour. Frank manages the front of the salon, is so friendly and welcoming, and even offers water/tea to customers. I strongly recommend this salon and will be coming back regularly!

Bri Occhino Had a nail emergency, was called up for active duty orders and had black and glittery nails and needed them fixed pronto. Annie took me in fixed them up and made them AR670-1 acceptable for me. Plus, theyre perfect! Beautiful shaping, perfect thickness, simple yet elegant. Thank you!! I will be back to see her again!

Naomi Casanova Almost don’t want to leave the review since they are still largely an undiscovered gem, but they are so good, I want to make sure they stay a long time and thrive! I got my nails done towards the end of December and they are still going strong 3 weeks later. I had such a high quality manicure and extensions I am willing to drive an hour in LA traffic to continue to go back to Fancies Nails. Literally obsessed.

Asia Griffith Annie is by far one of the best manicurist I have had in Los Angeles. I originally found her at a different salon but she is such a gem I followed her to her very own! It has clean and comfortable massage chairs and the whole facility is newly renovated. Prices are always reasonable considering Santa Monica is very pricey.

Juhee Song Just opened on Santa Monica Blvd with nicely updated interior. All the nail techs are great but Annie is my #1, I followed her here from another place. Reasonable prices, efficient, dependable, clean. Highly recommend, my favorite! Park one block over on Ohio or Barry

Delaney Widen Quitzia (owner and manicurist) is the best of the best of the best. Her cuticle work is pristine, her line work is insane, her prices are beyond fair, and her personality is simply the best. There’s nothing Quitzia won’t try. AND THE MANICURES LAST ME SIX. WEEKS. From online booking to endless nail accessories to the most polish colors you’ve ever seen in your life, Ege’s Nail Art is THE spot for creative, clean, and cute as hell nails.

Ruby Montes I loved the place went to get my nails and eyelash extensions the place was clean nice and the customer service was amazing

Briana S A review will never do these ladies justice. I have been going to Ege’s for almost a year now and every time I leave the salon I am blown away with my manicure and pedicure. This is hands down the best salon in LA. I get a consistent manicure every 3 weeks and until I met Quitzia and Kita I tried all the top rated salons from Santa Monica to Beverly Hills even our to Glendale and nothing compare to the work they do here. Selfishly wanted to keep this place a secret but I just can’t. If you are looking for an amazing mani/pedi and the worlds sweetest people this is your hidden gem. I think their work speaks for itself.

Daniella Mary Quitiza (owner and manicurist) hands down is the best manicurist I have ever gone to, and I’ve been to quite a few different manicurists. Not only is her work incredible, but my nails have never been healthier! I highly recommend you come and check her out/her studio! I have also gotten a pedicure here as well from the other lovely girls at the studio, and they also never disappoint. If you need more of a reason to come here, please check out some of my recent nails done by Quitiza…

Salvador Guerra This is for all the guys out there. I grew up thinking that “men” never got manicures and it was only for women. I went to Eges Nail Art to see what it would really be like for a guy and let me tell you…my world is changed forever, I’ll never go back to having boring nails. I’m almost a year since my first appointment at Ege’s and every appointment is better than the last. As a man, I can honestly say they not only changed my perspective on fashion and self expression, but confidence in my own skin and masculinity. Thank you so much for adding more to my personality, I’m always getting compliments on my nails. Please visit Eges Nail Art. You’ll NEVER leave disappointed.

e l Mallory is a talented nail artist who knows her stuff and really loves her craft! Plus she’s a cool person to chat with and get to know :-) you can rest assured you’ll be super happy with your nails after she’s done.

Christine Liu I own 3 sets of custom press-on nails and will continue to be a loyal client. I’ve gotten so many compliments on each set. Mallory’s designs are unique and and quality is top notch. They are a lifesaver when I don’t have time to run to the nail salon and especially if I want to add a little oomph to each outfit. On top of press-ons Mallory also takes on clients for manicures! When she visited NY, she was able to fit me and gave me a fabulous manicure! I’m so thrilled with her work and can’t wait to call on her when I visit LA.

Jae Lam Mal is the absolute best! She brought my eggy nail dreams to life for my birthday. I couldn’t be happier with them! I always get structured nails with Mal using luminary. Mal has a huge selection of non-toxic polish. She is very educational in her process and always listens to what I want to achieve. If you’re looking for someone to take care of your nail health, Mal is your girl. She’s also a fantastic artist so you’ll come out with the cutest nails!

Michelle LeDonne I’ve been looking for the services provided by MKM Nails for quite some time without any luck until I found Mallory at MKM nails. I wanted to find a CLEAN space to have my manicures (I’m really bad at doing my own nails).My nails have special needs- they are thin and brittle and they cannot handle the rough tools used at all of the other salons I had visited in the past. Mallory takes her time to make sure you get the cleanest and most precise manicure. I just love my nails, I can’t tell you enough. I do the dazzle dry manicure. This polish can be removed easily with nail polish remover (no soaking drills etc). It dries very quickly after it is applied so no wait time and it lasts way longer than a traditional manicure without the damage caused by gel polish. If you have sensitized, brittle, thin, delicate, problematic nail beds then Mallory at MKM Nails is a must see. You can easily book online on her website. I promise you will be glad that you booked!

Rebecca Ruiz Celine is extraordinarily! She is not a technician but an artist!! I’ve been to many places for a gel manicure and they have been fine however they also destroyed my nails. Not the case with Celine! Not sure how that is possible but it is and she is meticulous! Cannot recommend her enough ❤️

mary lee Celine does the most beautiful nails! I am very picky and she always makes sure they look absolutely perfect every time. I get the gel-x with a French manicure. And she’s always willing to accommodate my busy schedule.

Skylar Cronenweth Celine has done my nails and nano bladed my eyebrows. Her work is always meticulous and amazing! She’s very professional and very sweet. I absolutely love her work and her!

Sylvia Diaz Hands down the BEST Nail Tech! Just look at my nails!!! And let’s not forget my brows! At first I was a little hesitant to have Celine touch my brows since I have been going to Anastasia Beverly Hills for years. She didn’t disappoint. Next week she’s gonna give my hair a shot- lol ! All in one beauty Salon is my kind of spot!

Val baby Wow, in love! I was on a mission to find a nail tech that offered builder gel sets, but she introduced me to hybrid gel and fell in love with how they came out! She does it all’ from hair, to makeup and nails!! I will only be coming to her from now on. Beyond satisfied with how my nails came out. Can’t wait to try her out her services’ thank you Celine. Counting the days to my next appointment. Can’t wait!

Stacy McClendon I love getting my mani/pedi with Amy. She is very creative & has Great attentional to detail. The space is very relaxing! I look forward to this appointment.

Elana Dweck I have been having my nails done by Amy for the last 10 years! I first met her when she was managing an organic nail salon on Main Street in Santa Monica I went to. She does the best mani/pedi and only uses organic products. She is meticulous and also very tidy, professional and kind. Since the pandemic she’s been coming to my house to do mani/pedi/massage, the best treat! She is always timely and efficient, and what a great way to get a few friends together for a nail party too. She even does my kids nails sometimes! Recommend her services x1000.

Calla Rose Ostrander I found Amy and her wonderful treatments and no toxins nail studio! She moved from Main Street and now how her own place, just for you or you and a friend. It is relaxing, her massage is so good and I can breath deeply in her place because there are no nasty fumes :)

Nancy Kummer Im not one to write reviews, but this studio is such a gem that I had to. Amy truly impressed me and my family with her professionalism, outstanding skills, and expertise. Her kindness and dedication are evident in every service we have booked, and we always look forward to our appointments. She only uses high-quality organic products and is committed to sustainability. It feels great to indulge in beauty treatments that are effective, genuinely relaxing, and environmentally conscious. I have never experienced anything like this; Amy has perfected the client experience to the nth degree; she has nailed everything down to the sounds, smells, sights, and touches to create what can only be described as an ethereal experience. Her indulging treatments leave us with a delightful feeling for some time. The atmosphere is always warm and inviting, instantly putting us at ease. She also always takes the time to understand what we are looking for to deliver personalized treatments that suit our individual preferences. Its clear that hygiene is a top priority here and the value is incredible. This is the perfect place to unwind. Overall, this studio is exceptional. Its a place where we can truly relax and feel pampered, leaving with a renewed sense of well-being. Whether youre a regular or visiting for the first time, I highly recommend this studio for a refreshing and memorable experience.

Anastasia Shirokova I’ve been a loyal client of this nail salon for about a year now, and I can’t say enough about the incredible experience I’ve had each time. Irina, in particular, is a true top master—she absolutely deserves that title. Every appointment with her is above and beyond, and her attention to detail and artistry are unmatched. All the other technicians are also amazing, each bringing absolute expertise and care to their work. While Irina was my first love here and remains my go-to, the entire team is talented and creates such a welcoming environment. Not only is the nail service exceptional, but the studio offers a range of other beauty treatments that make it a one-stop-shop for self-care. The atmosphere is welcoming and relaxing, and the team here goes out of their way to make every visit feel special. I highly recommend this place to anyone looking for top-notch beauty services!

Olga Cross I love to do my nails at the Secretive nail bar. They are really good. Do the best job and your nails are always look great. Definitely recommend you to treat yourself here. Maria is really amazing master. She is very nice, kind and knowledgeable. She can always give you good recommendation on the color.

Victoria Saldina Anzhelika is the best nail artist I have ever met. She is very attentive and gentle. Nails after her touch are nothing but pure perfection. Very neat work, great chat. I leave being uplifted and feeling beautiful each time I visit her. Highly recommending Anzhelika if you appreciate luxurious quality of your nails and warm connection. Besides Anzhelika’s work the place itself is beautiful and clean.

Stesha Moore-Pavich Secretive nail bar is the best! I’ve had a few different nail technicians and they’ve all done amazing work! My gel manicure lasts much longer than other places I’ve been as well! Do yourself a favor and come today!

Elena Nikeshin Secretive Nail Bar is amazing! The salon is beautiful, the staff is talented, and the service is top-notch. My nails always look flawless and last so long. They make every visit feel special. Highly recommend!

Tune in Meditation Drop everything you are doing and run to get your nails done here! The place is clean, relaxing and the girls are incredibly detailed and professional. My nails have never looked so good, they last so long and look perfection every time. Oksana is my artist and she rocks! Thank you so much

EMMIE HEAD I had a great experience here! Lena is very detail oriented and did great work on my manicure. My pedicure was also super thorough. I’d definitely come back

Ashleigh Paige This salon is always spotless, with excellent customer service and highly skilled manicurists who pay great attention to detail. I love getting my nails done by Anastasia—she expertly shapes my hard gel to create a more elegant, slimmer nail bed, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. Helen is also fantastic—friendly, meticulous, and a pleasure to visit. Their Russian manicures are top-tier, delivering a flawless finish every time. The pedicures are just as amazing, and I personally love having Anna take care of mine. Highly recommend this place for anyone looking for quality, precision, and friendly service!

Crystal Newberry I love love love this place. I’ve literally tried every nail place in Santa Monica and I’ve finally found the one. The chairs are comfy, always get to pick out what I want to watch but best of all, my nails are perfect. My skin is incredibly sensitive, which I always mention coming in and they make sure to go easy and I never feel any pain. I love all the colors they offer to. Seriously with price. Oh and get the Russian manicure, it’s worth it. The detail work that’s done is incredible.

Steph Goraieb Tremendous experience! I had a gel pedicure with Julia and lash tinting + brow shaping with Angie. Both technicians were AMAZING - very detail-oriented, thorough, and kind. I am beyond happy with the results. My feet look amazing and I’ve genuinely never had a better brow appointment in my life!! 10/10 thank you!!

Taylor Mickelson First time going to Rich Angel and I loved my experience. I got a gel pedicure with Polina and let me tell ya my toes and feet have never felt so loved. It was a dry pedicure meaning you don’t have to place your feet in water and they had the most comfortable recliners to sit in. I had a Russian gel x manicure done by Julia and the results were perfect. It was my first time to get gel x and they turned out fabulous. Will definitely be coming back.

Ekaterina Lukoyanova Wow wow wow! I came in with two badly broken nails and Angelina was able not to only repair it well but also did such a beautiful neat job! So happy I found this place so close to my house! Polina did a pedi very good as well! Definitely my to go spot now!

Анжелика Линская Ive just discovered an amazing salon for flawless nail coatings and nail extensions. Ive been here multiple times and always leave satisfied. The service is exceptional - the receptionist even offers drinks, including champagne! And I watched a movie Ive been wanting to see for a while. I will definitely be returning. Thank you for your excellent work! ❤️

SOFIE SAFEYEH Soltani I had such a great experience with May for my lashes and Ryan for my nails! Both were incredibly attentive and professional, making sure every detail was perfect. The quality of their work is outstanding, and their friendly, positive attitudes made the whole visit so enjoyable. I’m thrilled with the results and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

Destiny La Princess Best salon Ive ever been to. They are not at all aggressive to your nails and get the job done well. Their steps are many and detailed yet they finish much quicker than other salons that have less steps, as well as the powdered acrylic nails do not become yellow like Ive had with another place. Ive come to them about many different designs, some quite complicated, yet they succeed in making them come out beautiful every time. Even if I moved a long distance away I would still come here. My Mom and I don’t go anywhere else. Highly recommended.

Rathmann Seryn (Serendipity) I absolutely love this place. Every time I have been here I have had a good experience. Everyone who works here is so kind, patient, and experienced. The technician who did my nails this past time was Kim and she is amazing, very gentle. I get acrylics done and they are sturdy but not thick. I will attach a video of my latest acrylic manicure. Could not recommend this place more very reasonably priced too!

Maha Al Baghdadi My two daughters got gel manicure with some nail art and they loved the results! The nail art was so detailed and beautiful. The staff is very friendly and they accept walk ins. Prices are reasonable. I walked out as a happy customer and therefore highly recommend.

Eunice Kim I love this nail salon so much!! The staff are really accommodating for last minute appointments and do the manicure very efficiently but without compromising on precision and quality. They offer complimentary drinks as you’re getting your service, which is really thoughtful. I’ve gotten my manicure done by Ryan twice now, and both times I was so happy. He is very skilled and professional. Prices are reasonable for the market!

Melanie Nepomnyaschy The best nails I have gotten in LA. I can’t say enough good things- I came for the first time for birthday nails and they are hands down the best nails I’ve ever gotten. Not only do they ask you at every step: shaping, base coat, color and design if you like it but they are incredibly with designs they did it free hand and they were so meticulous. Will only be coming here for nails from now on. Truly great- I had Henry for nails and Nick for toes and will telling all my friends to come here

Andrea W Tiffany was so nice and did such a good job! Especially with details as my nail art was a little bit more detailed! Also gave me a great hand massage after! Highly recommend :)

Daeja Jackson Absolutely loved this first experience here! Long and Henry were amazing and paid so much attention to my nails! Overall a 10/10 experience and highly recommend. Everyone at the shop was also very friendly!

Jessica D I have been getting my nails done with Kim for awhile now and she always delivers! She is fast while being efficient. My Gel X nails last up to 3 weeks. BonLierre is always clean and staff is always friendly. I live in Hollywood, but I drive to Santa Monica just for BonLierre!

Olivia Korich I had a great experience here. I got one of the best acrylic fills and I am definitely coming back. The artists were very kind and did an amazing job! I really recommend Laung- he was great!

Maya Martin HORRIBLE, PLEASE AVOID. Four nails came off within a week of getting them done! Just two days after getting Gel X done at this place, the nails began to come off! The nail tech “Olivia Dang” did a terrible job. As with the pictures shown, around my cuticles, the gel seemed to be lifting and are so messy looking. She rushed through the process, didn’t prep my nails well, and it truly shows. Within the first couple of days after my appointment, I itched my head and a nail popped off, two days later I itched my arm, and another nail popped off and ripped my natural nail off from my nail bed. She did my sister’s nails the same day at the same time, going back and forth between doing our nails, because Olivia was the only nail tech there. My sister’s nail popped off as well, a day after. She also cut my sister and made her bleed, but Olivia tried to deny that and claimed it was a hang nail. ALSO, she kept demanding we look away from our hands as she did our nails. Why? She didn’t want to see what a terrible job she was doing? She was busy talking to her sisters when she was doing our nails, and they’d laugh whenever she’d get annoyed and tell us to look away. I went back two days after the first nail popped off and asked for them to be removed, as well as asked for a refund. She kept refusing to give me a refund she claimed it was against policy to refund, I told her to show me this policy – she said it was on the website, but when I checked her site there was no such policy at the time. Then when I pressed her further, she told me she couldn’t afford to refund me. After having insisted, she finally refunded me, but only $65 of the $140 I paid. She proceeded to tell me that she lost money from other clients because she turned away other clients to do me and my sister’s nails!? Excuse me? How am I responsible for how you manage your clients? I made an appointment for two people, she was aware of that, I didn’t just walk in! We showed up for our appointment on time. This lady, Olivia, is not running an honest business.

Dominique Dungca Olivia is great and is one of few nail techs on the West Side that can do nails like this. She’s meticulous, thoughtful, and is such a great person to talk to. She makes you feel the most welcome. She’s SO good. I will never go to anyone else. She gives premium service at a fair price point. Huy did an excellent job on the application as well. This used to be Heather’s Nails but now has new ownership under Olivia. She will make sure you leave with beautiful nails that last a long time!

Ariana La France Olivia is the best! She is a powerhouse, one woman show of tremendous strength during these difficult times for small businesses in LA! She is incredibly kind and considerate of her clients and truly values her work!

Tanya Noronha Olivia is incredibly skilled and pays great attention to detail. My nails turned out perfectly—exactly what I wanted! The service was professional and I felt so relaxed. I’ll definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!

Briana McKellery Love love love my nails! This place is great and Olivia and Rose took great care of me i got a Gel pedicure and acrylic fill-in with gel + chrome. They took me just 30 mins before close and she took her time and was such a gem. I’ll be back but definitely check out.

Barbara Warner Toolbox has all the right tools. Best kept secret best nail salon in Santa Monica. Chairs are so comfortable you melt. Products are all green and home made scrubs. They even carry their own label of polishes which actually last . Foot massages amazing. Loving the design inside. Drinks. So relaxing not your usual place you go to . This is the ultimate relaxing spa man cure . You can also bring your ladies for a mani pedi polish. Enjoy thank you for the best day ever. Owners are so welcoming and kind and friendly. Time to go to the toolbox and get your nails fixed . Thank you

Belinda Tepper For Fathers Day I took my husband for his first ever pedicure. (Saul reassured me, "We get a lot of those.") It was perfect: great ambience, fabulous staff, sugar scrub included. Parking off alley in back. My husband said he will return on his own--from him that is highest praise.

Daniel Dedina Such a nice spot and a great vibe, was my first pedicure and I’ll definitely be coming back. Also noted the high quality reclining chairs.

elana b. Awesome concept, this is a safe welcoming space for anyone to get a friendly and professional service for nails. Came with my partner and we both had a really good experience- the techs are skilled and adept at what they do and the owners were super nice and we asked them all kinds of questions just out of curiosity about their experience starting up a unique business in a (somewhat) difficult environment. We hope they continue to do well and I’m sure they’ll have a great impact on the community.

Barbara Warner Toolbox has all the right tools. Best kept secret best nail salon in Santa Monica. Chairs are so comfortable you melt. Products are all green and home made scrubs. They even carry their own label of polishes which actually last . Foot massages amazing. Loving the design inside. Drinks. So relaxing not your usual place you go to . This is the ultimate relaxing spa man cure . You can also bring your ladies for a mani pedi polish. Enjoy thank you for the best day ever. Owners are so welcoming and kind and friendly. Time to go to the toolbox and get your nails fixed . Thank you

Brittany Alana Michelle and her team do a great job. Probably the best manicure in the city. They take their time, pay attention to detail, and I always leave a happy customer. The nail design work is awesome too -- I get tons of compliments on my nails after theyve been done at nailthoughts!

soniya bastola My fifth time visiting this place! I got gel-x extensions. Sara was my nail tech, and she did a fabulous job. I asked for short, almond-shaped nails with a cat eye and gold design, and I got exactly what I wanted. I usually call them to check if they have same-day appointments, and they are super accommodating. I would 100% recommend this place!

Kate West I visited this salon today for the third time. When the technician applied the gel before the color, I asked her to make it thinner because it felt too thick for me. I’m pregnant and was trying to relax, so I didn’t have the opportunity to check every step. In the end, I told the technician that I didn’t like the result, but before finishing, she assured me that she would correct everything I didn’t like after applying the top coat. She called the administrator, and when I explained what I didn’t like, the administrator told me that my nails were just naturally thick…. :))))In the end, she gave me a $20 discount, but also asked me to tip the technician who did this. I didn’t have the strength to argue, as this is my last month of pregnancy, so I paid what was due. Here are the photos I took after the visit. On the positive side, for my pedicure, I had the perfect technician. Thanks to Zura for the great experience!

Anne Devine The best place on the west side to get your nails done!! I have come here for a year and have never had anything less than a perfect experience. They are amazing at nail designs and everyone is so kind and so fun. I recommend it to everyone I know.

Jessica Gober I have been coming to this place about a year now and they do EXCEPTIONAL work! I have never gotten a bad stylist! I have never NOT gotten exactly what I asked for. This place goes above and beyond every single time! My nails are always gorgeous and I leave feeling like a million bucks each time! PLEASE DONT FORGET TO TIP YOUR STYLISTS!!!

Olga Rastorgueva Update: Have been going to the salon ever since and they meet expectations every time - great customer service and attention to detail. Olga is THE BEST with manicure of any kind - definitely book her if you want your nails to look perfect! Awesome salon and excellent ladies working there! This was my first time getting gel manicure done and I loved every step of my experience! Waited a week to leave a review just to see how my nails take it and how the gel stays on my nails. Everything is looking great! Olga did my manicure and Jane did my pedicure, I did both services at the same time, which is really convenient! Highly recommend to book these ladies when you go to Poppy Nails salon.