Top Nails

I went back to Top Nails again for a full set of acrylic nails — I was looking for pointy tips (shaped) with a small square end — Tony gave me just what I wanted with sparkly fairy dust colored polish :) I was very impressed that I got an appointment early in the day and they kept it for me, even tho there were other people waiting and trying to get fills. They were even turning people away at the end of the day, (I was only 1 hour before closing) so I got my nails for my vacation.
I’ll probably go for super pointy next time — I like the almond shape I’ve seen other people posting … I’m trying it all!

Summer of last year, a really good friend of mine brought me here for a full set mani/​pedi. I’ve been back ever since!!! I love love the way my nails and toes come out every time! They always do a great job, my nails always last until my next visit! I can say I am one happy customer! Thank you Top Nails!

Honestly the worst manicure Ive ever had. I went with a friend who had an ok waxing service (hence the two stars) while I got a gel mani and pedi. The guy doing my manicure had no idea how to take gel off and ended up literally sanding my fingers (to blood) which was painful and unacceptable. Avoid this place at all costs.

Quite possibly one of the worst refills I’ve had. Look how crooked and inconsistent the shape is. The lengths don’t match. I think Vicki must have been new because Tony kept coming over and checking her work. This took 2 hours and this was the result. The color wasn’t even the one I selected. Why can’t I find a decent nail salon in the southbay? I’m done with Top Nails, this is the 3^rd unpleasant experience. Last time I didn’t get my service started until 45 mins after my appointment time.

Peter is super skilled at manicures, he gave me an American French manicure which is a French with more transparent tips. He knew the exact length and shape the manicure needs and my nails came out looking amazing! On top of that, Peter is the most entertaining manicurist I’ve ever met.

Ask the women that did my nails for white tip (French tip) and she needed up painting my whole nails white + they over charges me never coming here again!!!

Sophia did my nails exactly like I asked. She took her time to do it right and was pleasant and kind despite my nails being WAY OVERDUE for a fill in. The other employees were kind and fun to talk to as well. They even let me bring my little dog inside so she wouldn’t be alone in the car.

I love this place! I had so much fun getting my nails done here. Not only were they good but they’re so funny and nice to chat with. So happy I found a good place near my house :) thank you!

Both times I’ve been here, I’ve walked in and been taken right away without a wait.
The last time I went was this past Tuesday and I was very impressed with the service that I received.
I was in desperate need of getting my nails done… They spent over an hour on my pedicure, meticulously cleaning my feet and making them look brand new. Tony worked wonders on my finger nails. He removed my acrylic tips by hand without damaging my nails and then applied gel powder on top to strengthen them. He then filed and painted them to perfection… a far cry from how they looked when I walked in. The whole time he was chatty and joking around too… which made for a pleasant experience. What made me smile also was that a hungry woman came to the door asking for money for food and Tony handed her some cash for Subway next door and said «Happy Thanksgiving».
The icing on the cake is this: I was cooking on Thanksgiving and damaged a couple of my nails. a few of the tips just got ruined. I went in early this morning and Tony took care of it right away for me, and my nails look as good as new again.
Good customer service is huge to me and I’ll definitely be back!

Don’t f c k n come here. They will turn you away … Even after an hour of waiting. And tell you they don’t have time for you no one will do your nails because everyone leaves at 7 !!! If they knew they couldn’t take me off bat they should have informed me they would not be able to take care of me !!! So I can go some where else ! Its unprofessional ! It also smells disgusting on there and they pretend to like you ! This is not the first time it’s happened to me at this location ! I don’t know why i tell myself to come back here! I should just stick to paying a little more and go to Beverly Hills where they treat you nicely and Try their hardest to make time for the customer !!! Laque nail bar on Robertson in Beverly Hills ! And they even serve you champagne

I came during my lunch hour. Called ahead and went to 1411 Lincoln in SANTA MONICA not Venice which is what is linked up here and will take you to the wrong location which I’m sure a lot of people have done. Other than that, they have a parking lot which is awesome. No one was there since it was odd hours. The people were friendly and my nail man was Tony who did a great job on my fill and making my nails look «natural». Thanks!

THIS PLACE HAS THE WORST CUSTOMER SERVICE EVER.
I arrived at a little before 900. Tony did not arrive until 920. I was the first customer, but they quickly filled the shop. He knew I wanted designs on multiple nails. He juggled multiple customers at a time, and told me to come back in 15 minutes for the design, when I was the first customer to arrive. I came back in exactly 14 minutes. I asked him to paint my initials ‘jem’ as if he were reading the book in English from left to right and drew it on wrong three times. Then he asked me if he could sit in my lap so he could get it right, and then he proceeded to try to physically sit in my lap.
WORST SERVICE EVER I WILL NEVER COME BACK HERE AGAIN.

Tina! Tina! Tina! Just ask for her, she is the best! she takes care of your cuticles like no other, I highly recommend her. She takes her time and I always walk away feeling refreshed clean and happy. I recommend her for both Mani & Pedi

I don’t really understand the high reviews this place has because the place didn’t look clean and the nail tech did a horrible job on my nails. Instead of painting all the way down to the end of nail, she left some of it unpainted, so I walked out of there looking like my nails had been growing out for a week already. When I brought it to her attention, she told me that part of the nail was actually my skin. Um, what? Lol I have no idea what she was thinking and so I just left it alone and got my nails redone somewhere else.

I was able to make a same day appointment which this salon kept without running late.
Lisa did high quality work in a very short amount of time. Seriously it was amazing.
VERY reasonable prices. Seriously, I got an acrylic fill for $ 16 (not including tip) with an accent nail on each ring finger.
They filled up very quickly so I would recommend calling at least a couple hours before you get there.

I’m not sure who exactly said this place is sanitary because it’s not. I saw my technician take his box of tools of out a TOWEL WARMER, not a sanitizer. You definitely get what you pay for here. $ 10 manis were enticing but it’s definitely NOT a spa feel, the people aren’t that friendly and your manicure probably won’t look very great. Came here the other day and although it’s been 4 days and my nails have kept, I probably could have done a better paint job that the nail tech. He clearly saw there were white flakes in the nail polish and shrugged it off. The polish is cracking for some reason and it’s very uneven.
Don’t get me wrong. I came here because it was cheap. So expect the worst because that’s around range that you will get. There is a small parking lot which was definitely a plus! 100% won’t come back.

Peter!!! Love love love. I am so picky with my acrylic nails and Peter took great care of me. The staff is very friendly and the shop is clean.
Tip: Make an appointment — this place gets busy.

Let me start by saying I’m a pain in the ass when it comes to my nails! Seriously I’m so laid back, except about my nails, eyebrows, and my hair:) Hellen did such an amazing job on my toes, while I annoyingly tried to tell her what to do (which I will never do to her again, she has my full confidence). My toes and feet look and feel amazing. She took her time and did everything I asked on my $ 18 pedicure. Tony did my full set with gel polish $ 40. He is a sweetheart and master manicurist. I’m a hairstylist in the Venice area and all my clients and coworkers have complimented my beautiful nails! The prices are super reasonable which leaves plenty to tip these hardworking nail techs with;) Go To Top Nail!

I’m so picky about getting my nails done. But had to get them done in LA (I live 6 hrs away). Dreading it since I have such sensitive nails and only go to one lady, I sucked it up and ended up here.
If I could I’d always come here. I had Tony, and he was amazing. Never hurt and turned out perfect. Everyone working there was polite and thorough. I read my book most the time and he was done before I knew it and I couldn’t be happier.
Highly recommend. Best nail salon I’ve ever been in.
I got an acrylic fill and colour.

I. LOVE. RIKKI!
She’s an absolute doll, does an UH-​maze job at both manis and pedis and she is super-​sweet, as well as militant, about always pointing out that she’s using a brand-​new file, buffer and scrubber before we begin.
(If you’re curious about why I’m so psycho about this, please, read on.)
Note: All caps have been added below for my emphasis:
«The establishment must have clean, working equipment and a clean work area. Licensees must wash and disinfect all tools and instruments, including whirlpool foot spas, before they can be used on customers. An operator should never use the same tools on you that were just used on someone else without first disinfecting them. If an item cannot be disinfected (SUCH AS A NAIL BUFFER BLOCK OR AN EMERY BOARD), it must be thrown away immediately after use. If a clean set of tools is not available for use on you, do not allow the operator to perform the service. Tools that are not disinfected properly can spread disease and bacteria from one person to another. For example, a manicurist who is not using properly disinfected tools can spread nail fungus to multiple clients.
In addition to disinfecting tools and instruments, operators are required to wash their hands between clients. Before beginning nail care services, operators should also ask their clients to wash their hands.
NOTE: You have the right to ask the operator to explain the disinfection procedures before a service begins. Many viruses, including HIV, Hepatitis B, and Hepatitis C, can be transmitted through the use of dirty instruments. Don’t risk your health. If the disinfection procedure doesn’t sound right to you, you should refuse the service.»