La Bella Nails and Spa

They are very gentle when doing cuticles, which is great. They are on time for appointments but get irritable if you come 10 minutes early. Big problem is that they are constantly on the phone. They stop in the middle of the massage a minimum of twice and this is for each of the three times I’ve gone. This is not relaxing. Also, they do the scrub and then do the massage with the scrub still on — very scratchy. Once I did a manicure as well as a pedicure and this was a waste of money — the lady did a poor paint job and it chipped later that night.

The staff was very friendly and was able to fit me in for a pedicure on short notice. :) They were a little rough on my toes/​feet. I prefer someone to be gentler when pushing back my cuticles. They didn’t really get rid of my calluses and their lotion smelled weird. It was a decent pedicure for $ 25. I will probably try someplace else next time.

They do an awesome job but the employees are probably the least pleasant people possible. Never smiling, very monotone over the phone, pretty robotic and unwelcoming even in person.
Anyways, prices are fair, very clean mani pedis, ambiance is good.

This was my first time here and I was very pleased! My sis and I got pedicures and the service was great! I especially enjoyed both the leg and neck massage.

Last week my sister and I went to this place on the internet it says no reservations needed walk ins welcome when I got there my sister goes into the salon and before she can even say anything they had already turned her away so I said let me talk to them so I went up there to talk to the lady and she tells me oh they don’t have any room today but there’s no customer in the Salon and three workers there that were doing nothing but playing games so I told her that on the internet it says no appointment necessary she tells me I need to call two hours ahead of my feeling is she didn’t want to services because of our ethnicity… all money is green and it’s been everywhere around the world I didn’t know what was wrong with our money but I wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone… you’ll be better off doing your own nails I would never go here again… if you want a good now job go to Pinky Nails its in San Mateo they do the best work and the prices are fabulous!!!

I have been coming here for the last year or so. Everything is extremely clean. They use individual tub coverings for each pedicure. A mani or a pedi come with nice shoulder massage. I have had regular mani, pedi and shellac. They been well done and lasted a long time. I currently have acrylic nails and they do wonderful job on those. I highly recommend!

I had a 10 am appt the staff showed up 8 minutes late. I went for a shellac mani, vacationing from SD and was shocked they don’t put sunblock on your hands before they put them in the uv light. The end result was pretty dull as I don’t think the quality of the products are so great. Last time I visit.

I was not impressed. From the moment they told us that I had to pay extra for new nail polish, I was turned off. Afterwards, when they opened my mom’s polish, it was too old and dry. Instead of throwing it away, they struggled to still use it. In the end, I only had polish on my toes. My nails do look clean and trimmed, but if you’re looking for some color, I do not recommend this place.

My first review of 2015, and I’m excited to bestow praise on a lovely local nail salon. I was looking for another regular spot close to home, and I found this gem on where else, Unilocal.I am hesitant to review it, as it seems still to be pretty hidden, but I can’t help but give this spot props.
Why It’s Awesome:
–Parking is free and easy in this shopping center located in Emerald Hills.
–They do a detailed and beautiful job on your nails. (I do gel and they have a large selection, they look incredible, and last for weeks).
–Their massages are soooo relaxing! Not just standard foot and hand, but also neck and shoulders. I absolutely melt into my salon chair.
–On time with appointments, friendly, and efficient.
–Wonderful waxing; pain free, quick, and their eyebrow shaping is the best I’ve had.
Other more personal benefits include:
–It’s five minutes from my house.
–it’s right next to Sancho’s (which I will plug for having the BEST fish tacos ever) so I get beautified and then enjoy the heaven that is fresh Cali Mexican food.
This is a very small salon with only about five mani/​pedi salon chairs and two-​three nail stations. I like the intimacy and it’s slow enough now that it’s not an issue. For now, this is my new go-​to salon for sure!

Wonderful service! I got a French tip shellack mani with red polish pedi. They have comfy chairs that massage your back while you get your pedi done. The lady who did my toes brought me a cup of water and gave me the best foot massage + my toes look flawless. There was relaxing music playing in the background as well, so I didn’t feel rushed at all. While getting my mani, Kathy gave me the most amazing neck massage with lotion. All in all, my french tip looks perfect, my toes look adorable, the ladies were so sweet, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there. I will definitely be coming back again!

Wonderful place for mani/pedi’s! I’ve been coming here for years. Used to be Helen’s but Kim has taken over. She & her new team are doing a fabulous job.
Everyone is very sweet and remember your preferences. I don’t feel rushed. It’s very relaxing while I listen to my audio book and get an included neck/​shoulder massage; which is icing on the cake!

I love this place! They know my name! Lol i have recommended a few friends here. And indeed i will keep coming here

I would’ve never walked in to this place if it wasn’t for a gift certificate. La Bella does a amazing job for mani/​pedi and to top it off, they give you a back rub with it. I’ve always had Kathy, she takes her time and does not rush through the process like other salons. The big plus is that it is CLEAN!

My first time getting my nails done here. I happen to be in the area and asked if they do walk-​ins. They prefer appointments but will take walk-​ins. I was just getting a manicure, so I can not comment on their pedicures or other services. Nice job on the nails but what sold me was the shoulder and neck massage. Normally you get the hand and arm but this place went above and beyond! And I REALLY needed it. Taking one star off, only because I had to go next door and use an ATM machine that charges because they only take credit cards for services over 25 dollars. Now I know for next time to bring more cash with me. I will be back.

If you’re looking for a different nail salon, you should really give this place a try!
This used to be called Helen’s Nails but recently sold to one of the young ladies, Kim, who has been providing excellent service there for 6 years. I’ve been going 4 years now and they consistently do a great job on my nails (especially Cindy, Kim and Ruby).
Pro’s
–VERY clean
–Personally labeled box with instruments used ONLY on you and stored in the salon
–Massage chairs (plus a hand massage to your neck, shoulders and arms)
–EXCELLENT customer service: I’ve seen customers come in because they’ve smudged or chipped a nail from a mani/​pedi the day before and the ladies happily oblige a quick touch up
–Ample and free parking
–They are currently giving 10% off for new customers
–In the building are Speederia Pizza, a coffee shop, Sancho’s Taqueria, dry cleaning and a gym (SNAP Fitness and La Bella is next door)
Con’s
–None except they get very busy Friday-​Sunday so I’d recommend going on other days to get more time for a massage (closed Mondays)