Top Reviews about 16 Nail Salons in Turlock, CA (Part 2)

linda soto THEY’RE NOT PROFESSIONALS!! I was attended by a younger looking female. I gave her a simple line design for which I sat for 2 hours watching her struggle. I had to stop her because of how thick and uneven the lines were. To make it easier I just told her to do a black and brown French tip, by then I noticed ugly white dots on the base layer. I asked her about it and she responded by saying she didn’t know why it tuned out like that. Overall the side edges were undone, lines uneven, gaps, and didn’t even clean the glitter well. All my fingers were different and uneven. Don’t waste money or time here! I added the design I wanted for reference.

Nicole Gutierrez This is my new favorite nail salon. I havent been to this particular salon for some time and the interior decorations are so charming. Keeping up with covid regulations, they have these real neat mobile dividers in between clients and workers which I think is absolutely perfect. I got a pedicure with my boyfriend and Im happy to say his toes look so cute now. After getting a pedicure, they gave me a complimentary little pedicure kit of the disposable tools that the workers used on my toes. Which is good to know that the same tools arent used on every client; very hygienic and non-waistful to recive the kit myself so I may continue to use it.

Fanny Castro Solares I came here today with my sister expecting to have a relaxing time but unfortunately it didnt turn out that way. My sister and I both got a regular French tip pedi and we were expecting to pay $60 without tip. Unfortunately we ended up paying $110 WITHOUT tip. They have a pricing set for $27 on pedi I dont understand why they werent able to tell me with details how we ended up with such a high rate. This is what I get for trying somewhere new and not going to Jennifers nails which is also in Turlock. Very disappointed and sad with the service. Will be speaking to corporate about this.

Amanda Munoz Walked right in no wait! Place was busy, but they took their time and did a great job. Henry did my nails and my 8 year old got her mani/pedi. We both felt takin care of and were very happy with the results!

FB I dont really know what to say. Here is a picture of what I wanted and what I got. I just asked him instead of rainbow just draw a bow. He messed that up and he was giggling under the mask. He knew it was like a 5 year old drawing. I asked him to take it off but the lines are still there becuse it was cured already and I did not had time to wait on him to take them off.

Maryann Milone Horrible I went in and got a pedicure pink and white with shellac I payed 50 not including the tip for it to start completely coming off within that hour. That is crazy I have had shellac done at other places that has lasted almost a month I have 3 toe nails that already came off within 2 days.

P Jaye I think these might be the worst nails I’ve ever had. Super bulky, older man did my nails, cut me twice. He was constantly wiping his nose and mouth then touching my hands. Bubbles and marks in my nails. $45 waste

Holly I went in for a fill, my nails being around an inch long. My real nails had also grown out under the acrylic nail. I asked for the nails to be trimmed a little. The manicurist ended up cutting my nails to a third of where they were. The tips now barely reach over my finger tips. I have been using this salon for over a year and have never had an issue. I will now have to go to another salon and get a new longer set put on. I did voice my disappointment with how short my nails now were, but didnt want to make a scene. I paid for my fill, but left no tip. I did call later in the afternoon and was promised a call back to discuss the appointment, my number was taken but I never received a return call. Appt was made for Cindy

Mar Absolutely amazing experience! I had booked an appointment with Jennifer Nails for a pedicure and full set, but when I showed up they told me that I couldn’t get a full set, as the lady who does them was gone for the day. They told me I was only going to get a pedicure, so I left. It was pretty awkward, but I ended up booking here as a result! Already they were much more professional over the phone and actually took down my information for the appointment, which Jennifer’s didn’t. I got a gel pedicure and full set, and everyone in the store was incredibly sweet and friendly. I gave them a Pinterest picture, which they replicated perfectly, but with the Spring colors I requested. They do a great job cleaning cuticles and ingrown nails, and checking to make sure you like the shape. My nails feel super secure and look amazing, especially since most places do not want to do my shape, since it is not very popular. I can’t wait to go back and get to know these amazing ladies better! I don’t leave a lot of reviews, but this is the first time I have ever not felt awkward in a nail salon. I chew my cuticles and like to get acrylic tips to help me stop. These ladies were incredibly sweet and nurturing. I felt like family.

Dayanna Godoy Such a great experience here! The staff was friendly, professional, and very skilled. The environment is spotless and very inviting. This will be my go-to nail salon from now on!

Tiye Davis Every visit here is a five-star experience! The salon is cozy, the team is professional, and my nails always last a long time. Can’t wait for my next appointment!

Kimberly Kutzen I had an amazing mani/pedi service. Thank you for taking your time to make sure my nails looked flawless! I will definitely be a returning client! 10/10 recommend!!!

Brenda Terrible service. The lady did a sloppy job. Nails were thick and uneven. The bottom of my nail had a bunch of acyrlyc buildup from the bad job she did. I had to request someone else to fix her job. Would never come here again, even for a free set of nails. Least to say, my acyrlic set came off on its own a little over a week after I got them done. This place is unsanitary and it doesnt look like they clean their surfaces or equipment. I do not recommend this place.

Emily Hervey The lady that took me was super rude. I asked for a dark red acrylic. When she did the nails, she would almost shove my hand away when she was done. Felt like she didn’t want my business at all. During the service, she never cleaned the nail or moved the cuticle up. She never made the nails even either. One nail would be super thick while the other would be really thin. The worst thing about this whole thing was that I got a FUNGUS on every single finger as the nail was growing out. Every nail was bright yellow underneath. Please save your money and go somewhere else.

Brittney Mae It was alright... I payed 105 plus 10 dollar tip for gels on my toes, and a full set but theres a few bubbles and the nail tech didnt even cut off my dead cuticles. When she asked me about doing my nails I had a hard time getting her to understand what I want so I didnt even get what I wanted. The reason I was getting my nails done is because I was treating myself for my birthday, I didnt get what I wanted, they didnt listen well and didnt really care to communicate or talk to me about colors or prices instead asked me personal questions I dont want strangers knowing about like how old I am and if Im married or a single parent. I wont be coming back.

Erma Aviles I have been coming here for about 4 years now and I’m never disappointed. Any time I needed a pedicure or my nails done they have taken me in without an appointment and never make me feel rushed. I’ve recently been getting acrylics here and love how they turn my inspo pictures to reality ! I also feel like Jennifer’s nails is reasonably priced and the work lasts a while. I recommend giving them a shot, they’re all so friendly and love new customers.

Mary Ella Williams I’m puzzled by reading some of the negative reviews here. I’ve been coming to Jennifer’s Nail Salon for 12 years (at 3 different locations). While my mom was on this Earth and confined to a wheelchair, they treated her with loving kindness, respect, and superior service. My husband comes occasionally and has”bad toe health.” He has always been treated with respect and great service … they always attempt to make him feel less embarrassed about his toes than when he arrives, and he is always thankful for their care. As for me, I’ve always received great service. English is their 2nd language, so their onsite visual aids come in handy. I’ve never had a fungus infection on my fingernails, and they’ve repaired some pretty badly injured toenails by adding acrylic for several many weeks as a “bandaid.” On several occasions I’ve let “newbies” work on my nails. Always, always I’ve left satisfied because more experienced workers step in to oversee to my satisfaction. On 2 occasions I had nail issues and returned for touch up repairs … again I was satisfied when I left, and they DID NOT charge me to perform the repair. (All service organizations make a mistake every now and again.) Never has cleanliness been an issue!!! Sometimes they are very busy but I can return later or wait … my choice. As for appointments, they fall behind on occasion just like other service organizations do. They get all 5 stars from me. (Today I created the simple graphic for my toes, and they came thru with what I had imagined. The white line is straight… the seeming curve is my poor photography.)

J.Darryl Gorman Oh my gosh, I went in there and it was so very festive for this time of year. I got a chance to meet Jenniffer the owner and the other technicians were there to assist me in getting my pedicure and my manicure. I really needed this done because my feet and my hands were a total mess and they brought them back to life. I would really recommend this place to anyone that needs to pamper themselves. I even notice a spot for the kids so this is a great family friendly environment.

Mallori Resendez Cecy did a wonderful job! She is clean,materials she uses is sanitary, but most importantly,She makes me feel comfortable n gave me better than i asked for, she never disappoints!! Highly recommend her!!

Brooklynn Adame Great vibe and nice people! Definitely will be back soon!!

Yvette Nicole Histo Lopez Mayra does the best nails!

Annie Shalita I absolutely love this nail salon. My nail tech is the owner Catherine, and she does the best job. I had been searching for a nail salon for months and finally found this spot and have never gone anywhere else. My nails and toes both last me a solid month, with no lift or breakage. They always do exactly what I want and perfect it every time! I highly recommend going here, they are the best spot in the 209!

Brooklyn Ringer Good job, clean salon, nice lady. They have waxing as well. I got my lip done for $8. I liked the second pedicure option with the scrub and 10 min massage. I’d come back.

Bavlina Youri I LOVE Catherine, she is so open to my concepts, every time! I’ve gone to other salons and it always felt like I was asking for too much when I wanted a specific look or design. Not Catherine, she’s so sweet, open to trying any design and vey talented! If you’re looking for someone new or you want to try acrylic nails, go to her!

Qveen _Ange My first time at this place and i did not get what I asked for, i nail are bulky, no polish on the side, i asked the lady to drill my nails down and she refused and was charged $150. I was accused of giving them a bad card even though their machine said connection error, along with the ATM when I pointed that out The old man inside stated that my card was no good. They all were talking and accusing me as if I was a thief. I went next door to the sandwich shop with the lady and bought a water to prove I wasn’t trying to leave behind a bill. I then headed to the liquor store to get cash and paid my bill. I then found out their WiFi was the cause of all this. These people are racist, they will talk about you In their language, mumble racist words when voicing dislike on what they’re doing. If your a darker colored person they will over charge you, rush your nails and give you attitude when their the ones wrong and not even apologize. STAY AWAY FROM THOSE PLACE AT ALL COSTS!

ヴァル So... I heard/read fairly promising reviews of this place. Figured Id give it a shot. When I first arrived everything was fine. Everyone was pretty nice, atmosphere was friendly. The girl doing my pedi was very sweet. I honestly wish it was her the whole time, but once it picked up she was moved to other people. The new person doing my nails did a rushed job. She had me walk barefoot on their floor with wet nails. She injured my nails and fingers more than they have ever been injured during an appointment. My nails did not turn out the way I wanted either. They hurt quite a bit, & Im honestly very disappointed my nails got rushed despite the fact I was there before the rush. The person doing my nails stopped in the middle of it to start someone elses as well. It seemed like a lot of musical chairs. I would recommend this place if youre a regular.. not a walk in.

Maylee The man was very nice and did my nails good

Juliana A First time here and was super impressed! Two of us came as walk ins for pedicures and were helped right away by Malena and Jennifer. They were very friendly, we could easily communicate with them, and the polish colors they recommended for us were exactly what we wanted. Great foot massages too! You can tell they take pride in their work. We will be back!

Trin E Malena saved me from a disaster. I previously went to a place to get my nails done and they did a horrid job. It was my first time here and already loved the vibe she was emitting, she reshaped my nails and replicated the inspo I wanted. She saw what I envisioned and she did that.

Linda Lorente I came across Malena by simply searching “best nail tech” on Yelp, and let me tell you—she truly lives up to the title! From the moment I sat in her chair, I knew I had found a gem. Malena is not only incredibly talented but also meticulous and passionate about her work. She takes her time to ensure every detail is perfect, and her artistry speaks for itself. Whether it’s shaping, design, or durability, she exceeds expectations every time. I originally found her at a different salon, and when I learned she had moved, the owner was kind enough to share her new location with me—because once you find someone this good, you follow them! To top it all off, I also had a pedicure with Amanda, and she was absolutely sensational! She was thorough, gentle, and made the experience so relaxing. My feet have never looked or felt better. If you’re looking for a salon with top-tier talent, Malena and Amanda are the dream team. I can’t recommend them enough!

Jeffrey Rogers Loved this nail salon. The atmosphere was so welcoming and everyone was very friendly. They have a large staff of people working here, which was great because they were pretty busy with lots of customers. The great thing was though that even though it was very busy, my friend and I didnt have to wait at all to get a pedicure, they were able to take care of us right away. I would definitely recommend this salon and I will definitely be going back here again too.

Elisa Magana I usually have really good service here but idk what happens today I was disappointed since the get go. They said they had time for 2 pedicures at 1pm they put my feet in the water and literally no one started on me Til 127pm I was with my sister and they started working on her right away while Im sitting there. Then he finished up painting my toes and says thank you happy new year and walked away didnt help me with my sandals or even bother to offer the foam ones and thats how I messed up my toe. The way my nails were cut also Im just done. Im really disappointed at my experience today.

Jared Mendez Very patient & gentle pedicure, I am a diabetic and very ticklish and it’s important I take care of my feet. I swear they did perfect job and took great care of me. Would definitely return in the future. Ty!

Karly Falkenberg Extremely happy with the quality of service and the work they do! Came as a walk in for a manicure/ pedicure and was seating almost right away. Inside is big with lots of chairs for pedicures. All the staff is very friendly. The woman who helped me went above and beyond, she even added cute little touches and was so creative! All the ladies are welcoming and great at what they do from gel, shellac, and dip. The whole experience was wonderful. Reasonable prices. Would highly recommend and will definitely be back! The only place I go to :)

Jennifer Sweet Best nail salon in Turlock! Experienced and friendly technicians keep my fingers and toes looking great with the latest trends in styles, shapes, art and color! Large selection of colors in gel or regular polish. Dip manicures, spa pedicures and waxing available, too! Newly redecorated, clean and spacious. Amazing nails gives spa vibes at affordable prices. Can’t recommend highly enough. 10/10!

Bailey Gomez Thank you Wendy! Very talented and gentle. I enjoy my time with her :) The whole staff is wonderful.

Kim Rufo I went to another nail salon for years, and I still love them. But someone referred me to Congs and I absolutely love her and her sister. So kind, speak good english, outgoing and very personable. I thought it was fun too that they were so up to speed on current events. It was fun to converse with them.

SH I have been going to Cong’s nail salon for several years now. Sadly, today will be my last visit. I’ve had a few encounters lately with one of the nail techs being less than friendly, especially when asked about a business practice that they have of charging for a service that they don’t provide. On their sign they list “Shellac Pedicure” and “Shellac Manicure” which is supposed to include a high-end nail polish brand called “CND Shellac”. The name “Shellac” is trademarked and only refers to this particular polish. They have a sample of several colors that they ask you to choose from prior to your service. If they do not have the color you chose, then they simply pull out a similar color in a cheaper, off-brand nail polish and proceed to paint your nails with this (while still charging you the Shellac price). Today, when I specified that I would like to get the brand of nail polish listed on the sign, the nail tech who was going to do my nails insisted that the polish she was going to use called “Gelish” was just as good as the other brand. She argued for several minutes with me about this and then the manager told me I should “calm down” and “let it go”. I was calm, and when I tried to “let it go” as I was leaving this establishment, the nail tech wanted to continue discussing how she was right. When I go into a nail salon and spend nearly $100 out the door, I expect to be treated with respect and be able to relax. So, long story short I decided to just not get my nails done there today, and will not be returning. This is an unethical business practice called “false advertising” and I hope they reconsider how they treat their clients in the future.

Jim Cat 2000 This was where I was yesterday, getting my nails done at Congs nails, somehow Maps thought I was at the business next door to Congs Nails. Congs Nails is where I get my nails done. Best place in Stanislaus County to have gel nails done and pedicures! You can also get hair removal as well! My nails turn out perfectly beautiful every time I go there! My nails are strong and healthy because I only go to Congs and they truly care about having healthy nails! Awesome customer service! Love, Love Congs Nails!

Maria Sandoval I love that I can make an appointment online through the website. I came here because Windy F. was recommended to me and she did not disappoint. She is amazing!!!! She will make all your nail wishes come true! She is very kind and does an amazing job at shaping your nails. I’m so happy I found my new nail spot. Recommend booking with Windy 10/10!

Sheri Baker G I had never been to Affinity so I thought I would try it. I got a gel Pedicure, Manicure and my brows done. I have never been so pleased with all of it. My feet are super smooth, I had asked him to be careful of a on my toe when working on my feet and he did. The manicure was awesome and so are my brows. Win and Wendy did my pedicure and nails. I didnt get the ladies name that did my eyebrows but she was great too. I will be back for sure!

Derrick Safrino Took my girlfriend to get her nails done. First of all, the place was clean and welcoming. Peter and the staff were very nice and listened to my girls request. Nails came out EXACTLY as she wanted. Thinking about a manicure myself now!

Kimberly Walsh Lauber I absolutely adore this place. I have never been loyal to one nail salon before, but my gel nails last so long here. I dont know if its product or technique, but my gel nails usually start lifting at the cuticle within a few days at other salons, so it never seemed worth the expense. At KV, my nails last at least 14 days. They offer snacks and drinks (including mimosas) which is a fun touch. You can tell that they really want to be cutting edge in what they offer, and I am constantly hearing about new things they are doing. As for the pedicures, they offer like 15 different kinds, so there really is something for everyone. They use these steamers on your legs which is so relaxing and something I have never seen before. I usually take my 6 year old daughter with me, and they are incredibly kind and patient with her. No matter what crazy nail design she has in her head, they do it just like she asks. I never feel like they think she is a nuisance. Everyone is great but I especially recommend Vivian and Vince. This place really is something special!

Mary Agassi-Shimrado The nail salon was spotless and well organized. Albeit it’s a fairly new location but it was still refreshing to walk into such a clean place. I was impressed with the overall ambiance of the location. It was a very quiet and calming experience—one that didn’t leave me feeling overstimulated with the chaos and noise. Vivian was super attentive and her attention to detail was appreciated. I really liked her work and will definitely be going back. I’ve already told a lot of people to make appointments. If you’re looking for professionalism and quality nail services, I wouldn’t hesitate to make an appointment and check them out. Thank you for your services and welcome to our little town in Turlock. Wish you all the success.

Harleen B My first time at Kv Nail & Spa, I booked an online appointment for a gel pedicure and a dip manicure with Vivian after reading their reviews. Had a positive experience and would recommend this salon to others! Vivian took her time to ensure I was happy with the results unlike other salons that rush you through. It was a pleasant and peaceful experience. Not all nail techs know how to correctly apply dip but she did a wonderful job! I also loved the attention to detail, cleanliness and sanitation. This has been a huge issue I’ve seen at other local salons so it’s nice to see the attention to these key details and keep each work station clean and sanitized. They even had mini sanitation machines for the dremel attachments to immediately be sanitized after use! All in all it was a positive experience and I can confidently say I will be going back!

Christina Arakelian I came here because she had such great reviews and I will definitely be back! Cathy did exactly what I asked for and checked in along the way. It was $47 for a new set. The nail stations are tucked in the back of a salon and there is 2 pedicure stations and 2 manicure stations. She has lots of nail art options and plenty of color choices. She accepts cash or card.

Gabriella Weiss I absolutely love Cathy! She is such a sweet heart and is constantly making sure she creates a good experience for her clients. I’ve been coming to her since November 2023 and I still love my nails every time!

Sonya Frieda Reyes Demapan Cathy did amazing on my birthday pedicure set!! I’ll definitely be coming back!! She’s so sweet and takes her time! I highly recommend her! :)