Top Best 8 Nail Salons in Oceanside, San Diego (part 3)

Michelle Hogle Always get great compliments on my nails. Been seeing Leslie for over 20 years. Never had ANY issues with her work! My husband even joins me for his pedicures. Come see the new shop!

Janel S She rushed through my gel manicure and stopped in the middle of doing my nails to check her phone not once but TWICE. Worst French tip gel manicure I’ve ever had. It looks like garbage. Lines aren’t straight (there wavy), and she didn’t even file my nails straight across. My thumb nail is significantly slanted on the left side. Update: not even one week later and one of them peeled off and another is chipped.

Christina Coons Kim was so kind and skilled! She was the utmost professional with the mess that my feet were in! 2.5 months of no pedicure… to then look like the first pic. Ahh-mazing. The owner, Leslie, very friendly too and the other staff. They are Vietnamese though speak English well. I was happy to find them!

C. Wise Since Leslie took it over the quality & time I spend there is amazing ! I used to spend way too long getting nails or pedicure done, now its fast & looking great! I will continue going here as long as Leslie owns it (& Connie can do my pedicure) EXCELLENT !!

Deena I was recommended Perfect Nails by a friend. Since moving to San Diego County, I have had a really hard time finding a decent nail place. All I want is a pedicure and gel manicure that is not going to cost an arm and a leg. I went to Leslie for my Gel Manicure and Judy for my pedicure. I am sold on the place and love that Leslie has the matching gel colors with regular nail polish so its the exact same color. I used to get bothered when you had to figure out what was the closest color to match the gel. Judy is very good and sweet. Now I make sure to schedule my appointment for the same two people every two weeks. I noticed this place has low ratings but I am to understand Leslie took over the shop. Please give this place another try if you have had a bad experience in the past.

Terri Eliazar-Stevens I’m sorry to have write a one star review. But since moving to So Cal. The struggle is real to find a good not great nail tech. These nail shops don’t take much pride in their work anymore just the money and what kind of pedicure you want. I have been here for just mani and pedis with no color and this past weekend I was headed to Vegas for a birthday weekend and this happened too nails chipped before we even got there. By the end of my concert I lost a gel polish completely on my index finger. Where I don’t know and this morning Just picking up food at a restaurant my ring finger gel Polish just came off. Our price for my husband and Me was 172.00 plus 30 dollars tip and I didn’t get I day with the damn polish. I am beyond irritated for the dismissive attitude of the nail tech. Cause yes I did call the day after to let her know what happened. She had the audacity to tell me that after 33 years of doing nails this never happened to her. Hmm I going to beg to differ since I am a former cosmetologist. For these prices that nail salon charges I’ll be searching yet for another nail salon.

Maddie Nachtsheim Have been coming here for a few years whenever I am in the area visiting my family and friends, but now that I moved back I will be making sure I come here always! Nail It off El Camino Real is the best nail place in north county SD. I had my nails done by Sandy today and she was wonderful and very talented! I will be back!

Happy Customer I love this salon. Vicky, Kathy & Sandy have done my nails so far and did a great job. Thanks

Brandon Keaton Awesome place, especially if you have an electric car . I charge my car and get my nails done and then come again to charge my car and get my pedicure . You have to figure out what to do when you have to wait a 45 minutes for your car to charge you have to start planning better. “Vicky”does my nails and she is good with the tools. My feet need “Jesus” lol

Nikki Miller I am happy I stumbled across this place. Most recently I provided an inspo pic and asked if they could do it. The nail tech was very excited about how cute they came out. Good job with nails!

Amy Feeley I NEVER write bad reviews…but I feel like I had to this time! I have been to this salon in the past many times…my experience is always hit or miss. But because of convenience with it being so close to my house I sometimes end up there…today was the last time! I was treated so rudely I am still in shock! I had dip on my nails previously from there and I didn’t like it and wanted to go back to gel…she kept insisting I do the dip polish instead! I think they push this for many reasons…they charge more, easier application, and you definitely have to come back to get it removed. So after we agreed I wanted gel instead she started removing it. I was yelled at several times for my fingers popping up when one is pushed down which is what my hands do naturally and then she was very rough with my fingers bending them in ways they are not supposed to be bent. I was not gonna sit there and be verbally and physically abused for an hour! So I told her I changed my mind and just wanted the removal done. She kept asking several times why and I just said I changed my mind. After it was removed I paid and left. All the nail techs in there know me for always being very nice, making conversation, and tipping well. I’m the type of person who is too nice to a fault. I for sure will NEVER return to this establishment again! And I will make the drive to La Costa where I’m treated kindly and they do an AMAZING job.

Tammy Harvey I have been going to Annie for a few years now and she is always consistent pleasant and does a fantastic job with my fill and pedicure. I highly recommend her. Just ask for Annie.

Toni Johnson I have been getting my manicures and pedicures at Happiness for just over 8 years. I have never been disappointed. Shayla always takes care of me and does a fabulous job!

Marilyn Rutherford Kim has been doing my nails for over 10 years! She is awesome! My mother has been coming to her as well. I have also recommended my friends.

Alanna Knit I LOVE THIS PLACE! I got the deluxe pedicure and gel x and it was amazing! my toe nails never looked prettier and they took their time. They have massage chairs and relaxing music too! My sister and I will return regularly

Onna-Marie Johnson Tammy was my nail tech and provided the most amazing pedicure I’ve had in my life and at 1:30am of all times! She took some amazing photos for me and took wonderful care of my feet. The massage was top tier I highly highly recommend visiting at least once!

Johnson Shanita “Nita” Found this little Jewel when I needed a shop open late. Angel did an amazing job and the staff was absolutely amazing. Im so grateful for their time and attention. If you need a late relaxing moment and pampering. Prices a little higher than average but worth it based on all they do and available hours. Highly recommend.

EzB Family Nails came out horrible. Paid 150 for acrylics with two little heart jewels and that same day the gems fell off. The next day two of my nails came off and the others felt like they were going to fall off if I put pressure to them. Called and hope said I could come in right away and she would take care of me. We talked and I felt really assured my nails would last this time. She gave me really cute pearls that made the nails look 10x better ( terrible paint job and see through, you could see bubbles and want filed correctly near the cuticle. ) I was satisfied when I left but the next day (today) all my nails came off after taking my shower. I cannot believe I paid 150, 250 bucks in total because I got my toes done as well ( bad experience as well) I am livid. I will never ever go back to this place. The price was ridiculous. I felt like I got my toes done by someone they just hired without any experience which doesn’t make sense because she said she worked there for three years!! Really want to talk to the owner because they are definitely jacking peoples money for crappy nail work!

Esmeralda Hernandez Had a wonderful pedicure experience with Hope! She was attentive, friendly, and did an amazing job. My feet feel and look fantastic! Highly recommend her for a relaxing and professional service.

EzB Family Nails came out horrible. Paid 150 for acrylics with two little heart jewels and that same day the gems fell off. The next day two of my nails came off and the others felt like they were going to fall off if I put pressure to them. Called and hope said I could come in right away and she would take care of me. We talked and I felt really assured my nails would last this time. She gave me really cute pearls that made the nails look 10x better ( terrible paint job and see through, you could see bubbles and want filed correctly near the cuticle. ) I was satisfied when I left but the next day (today) all my nails came off after taking my shower. I cannot believe I paid 150, 250 bucks in total because I got my toes done as well ( bad experience as well) I am livid. I will never ever go back to this place. The price was ridiculous. I felt like I got my toes done by someone they just hired without any experience which doesn’t make sense because she said she worked there for three years!! Really want to talk to the owner because they are definitely jacking peoples money for crappy nail work!

Anna Lea First time and I was not disappointed! The technicians were amazing and did such a beautiful job! Everyone is very friendly and the shop is very clean and relaxing. I will be going back for all of my mani/pedi needs! Thank you Helen!

Michelle McKenrick There are a lot of choices when it c omes to a pani/pedi, I have never been disappointed when I get pampered at Prestige....These ladies take their time and make you feel relaxed. Helen is a great nail technician and a perfectionist. Ive been coming here for a very long time...

Taylor Wiestling I’ve been going to Tina for about 5 years now because she does the most durable set of acrylics I’ve ever had. Her sister, Helen, works at this salon with her and is equally as talented. For my most recent set, Tina did the short coffin shape exactly how I wanted, and Helen did the beautiful airbrush/ombré design. If you come here asking for either one of them, you will not be disappointed!

Molly Mullaney Just went there last week for the first time in years. The new management is so warm and welcoming. They make you feel right at home and really go above and beyond taking care of their clients. Helen did my nails (tap gel). She gave me exactly what I asked for and was so kind, patient and took her time. I really appreciate their customer service in making sure I was happy with my nails. I will definitely be back.

Anna Belanger Best nail artist Ive been to in a long time.

Mari Lynn Terga If I could rate this place no stars I would. I had to literally walk out of this place. I went in for a SIMPLE nail removal of my acrylics and the lady removing my acrylics was being so rough and aggressive which left my nails in pain. Never have I ever received this type of treatment for a SIMPLE nail removal. I will not be a returning customer. If you’re looking to get your acrylics off, you’re better off doing it yourself at home. I would not trust this place.

Natasha Lugo Thank you so much for fixing my nails I had a nightmare of a time at a different nail place and they fixed me right up

Maria Clara Coder They did a great job! I needed an acrylic fill in and I don’t like my nails long and emily did a awesome work

Luz Helena Thompson Health standards not followed. I asked the nail tech to change her gloves after watching her clean out a pedicure chair and bowl from the last customer and she would not. She instead ran her hands under the sink and said no. I would NOT go here and I do not recommend this nail studio. Just a matter of time before someone gets an infection, sick, or worse. Also: made an appointment and waited over an hour with my feet sitting in a bow of water before they bagan. Terrible service.

Ken Wall I went in Tuesday for a walk in. Service was okay. Customer service could improve. 48 hours after getting serviced I noticed I have contact dermatitis. This could have been avoided by acrylic and monomer being left on my skin. She also didn’t use sterilized tools nor new un used hand files. Was wanting to give hope on this place but I will not be back and will have to go to a dermatologist now for this.

M. A. This place has a modern/Vintage vibe to it. Their super clean and seem to have sterilize all there materials. They have the trendiest nail polishes from shelf to rack. As well as a broad variety of gel collections. I only wish they would not charge you for every little thing. But I do have to admit they are worth it.

Arisandi Avelar I went in to get a pedicure. The women that did it looked middle aged. She was excessively cutting my cuticles on my toe and I literally moved my foot back and looked at it and said that it hurt and she had absolutely no concern, didn’t even say a thing. She also never asked me if I was okay during the pedi at all. My friend came along with me and they said it would be a 15 min wait. It took them 30 minutes to start my friends manicure and told the other clients coming in it would be a 15 min wait everytime which was a lie. Do not recommend.

Elizabeth Hidalgo I dont really know how to describe this place. I went 1 time the owner shes not friendly, had my nails done she cut me 2 times, she didnt even said sorry. I pulled my hand I was bleeding a little. Since I had them done there. I gave it one more chance. Nothing changed. I will not be returning.

Elizabeth M Matheny This place is absolutely terrible. I walked in and asked to have my acrylics removed. I sat down and she was just going to peel them off. They’re fairly new I’ve only had them a week and a half but since we are moving next week I needed to have them removed. I know that it is not healthy for your nail to have them peeled off so I kindly ask if they could do the soak method, they stated that they don’t do that there. What professional nails salon does not soak off acrylics? I’m sure that they just choose to do the peel method because it’s quicker. They surely don’t care whether or not it affects the health of your nail.