Tranie Nails

I rarely review places but had to give this place 5 stars because everything i read about it in the reviews were spot on!
Comfortable atmosphere
Jamie is the nicest guy ever
Great leg massages
I put alot of merit into how comfortable a place makes me feel, and i felt at home the very first time here. And the prices are great! I’ll finish with this is my favorite nail salon ive ever been too!

High praise to this nail salon: exceptional customer service and stunning results! I have been coming to Tranie Nails for almost a year now and only wish I had discovered this wonderful salon sooner. Tranie knows how to make my nails look beautiful, and all of this is done with a smile and great attention to detail. Her husband, Jimmy is also outgoing and thoughtful (he always makes sure I get a water if I am thirsty). I have never received so many compliments on my fingernails as I do now. Both Tranie and Jimmy truly care about their customers as I witnessed firsthand when Tranie and Jimmy would not accept any payment from one of their customers who sadly is terminally ill. That customer was given a free facial, mani and pedi to help lift her spirits as she battles cancer. Yes, I was eavesdropping and heard them refuse to take her payment. I also appreciate how clean the salon is. If any tool is accidentally dropped, it gets placed in disinfectant or tossed immediately. The time goes by quickly there: they have a large screen TV, plenty of magazines, and Tranie is a fun conversationalist. Parking is never an issue: there is a free lot in the back of the salon, not to mention plenty of free street parking. You usually do need to make an appointment in advance, but isn’t that to be expected with a salon that is in high demand due to fair prices for stellar results? I read another Unilocal review of this salon that criticized that appointments are usually needed; I felt that criticism is undeserved. Happy returning customers = high demand = the need for appointments. .. it is that simple. Oh yeah, I also appreciate how nobody at this salon tries to ‘upsell’ you for additional services (a big ‘pet peeve’ of mine). Tranie Nails is a salon that I feel more than comfortable giving my ‘thumbs up’ to. If I could rate this place 6 instead of five stars I would.

Walked in with no appointment and had a fantastic mani pedi. Excellent service, so relaxing, I’ll definitely be back

Kind of disappointed, sadly. I like them and they treated me well. But my gel mani barely lasted a week before it all lifted off. My nails were shaped weird, they didn’t do much with my cuticles at all, and the clear top coat was kind of messy (she didn’t remove the excess). My pedicure was… I don’t know. My feet didn’t soak very long and were still pretty rough after, there was only one coat of polish on my toes, and they were chipped by the next day. I could have done better myself, but I thought I was treating myself to something nice. Nice experience with a meh product/​result. And the gel mani with a regular pedi was almost $ 50, which would be worth it if it was awesome.

It was my first time here and I loved it! I love how clean and organize the place is. The staff are pretty friendly too! They made my nails fast and it looked great! I recommend this place for people who loves a clean and relaxing nail spa

I found this place via Unilocal and realized it’s only 2 blocks from my home. She was able to fit me in last minute without an appointment. I showed her the picture of the nails I wanted and she did just that. She was very nice and I really enjoyed my experience. I will be back since they are really close, the prices are great and the service was phenomenal. Thanks again tranie for making my nails look amazing.

I don’t usually have mani/​pedis, but came here with a friend who recommended them. Had the pleasure of having Jimmy working on my nails! He’s awesome and had a great time. He really knew what he was doing. Buffed out a stain I had from previous polish and cut my ingrown toenail with the least amount of pain possible. The two other girls I went with seemed to enjoy their experience as well. Everyone was really nice. Will definitely be coming back again!

Quality work and great prices! I really enjoyed the foot/​arm massage that came with the pedi/​mani. I am absolutely obsessed with the cherry blossoms Jimmy painted on my nails. He did such a good job! Customer service is an A+ in my book. This is the only place I go in SD when I want my nails done. Period.

My nail girl V! or VI? super nice, super friendly! i have came here twice now for the Gel Nails. I use to be a nail biter but no more! now i just get really annoyed of them for being too long haha but better than no nails right? the prices here are super reasonable too. $ 20 bucks for gel nails that wont chip and lasts for 2+ weeks.

Came in, after being referred by a friend who lived lived in la Mesa, with a photo and left with a very similar version gel manicure got $ 23. Such nice people and they really try to replace nail designs as best they can. I love in point Loma and definitely will return!

I have been here now on a few occasions. And why will I keep going back? You feel welcome and Traine and her husband are so nice and accommodating.
Not to mention their pedicures are amazing! They go above and beyond to make you feel comfortable and happy. Terrific leg massages as well. They do beautiful manicures and pay attention to detail. Their prices are very fair!
True pride of ownership. They have been in business for 21 years and I completely understand why. Don’t let the exterior of the building fool you (it looks a little run down). Go inside and enjoy their comfortable, clean and pleasant atmosphere. You will not be disappointed. The pace is a little small so I would suggest making an appointment.

First timer && I gotta say it was such an amazing experience! I know where I’m coming from now on. Jimmy did such a great job all I got done was a pedicure but it was a great experience… So clean right when I walked in they were so welcoming ! Will come again soon.

Great mani/​pedi. Wonderful foot rub, yes. The only knock for one star is because the tv was on and it was super annoying. I came to celebrate my birthday and have some ‘me’ time. I kept watching loud «feed the children» commercials. I should have asked them to turn down the tv. I think nice music would be much more relaxing.
Good little place. There is a reason they have been around so long.

I love love love this place! Amazing nails, great prices. I’ve gone to many nail shops and the first time I came here I was hooked. The owners are so sweet & the nails they do are amazing quality. They don’t charge extra for anything, $ 23 for everything and anything. You can’t beat that! I won’t go anywhere else! Definitely worth it, you won’t regret coming here.

Thankfully I availed really early so they were able to fit in before all their other appointments. Everyone was friendly and I love my Halloween nails! I also got a spa pedicure and the leg massage was AMAZING! So places skimp on those but not here. I know people give bad reviews because they don’t take walk ins but they are just too busy! It’s not their fault

So I made the mistake of going to Professionails to get my gel manicure done, hoping I could get something fall style, with glitter and maybe a leaf on one. Well it turned out awful. My tips were too big, they were a yellowish orange with brown glitter. Not cute. So of course I went to Tranie only 3 days later, who I SHOULD’VE come to first. I told her what I wanted and she went above and beyond. Not only are the nails beautiful, she gave me a big discount on the replaced design. I love this salon because they remember you and chat about life. I’ve never gone into a salon before and had them ask about how my visit was with my family a couple months ago… She remembered that!!! So amazing. This is my nail care home!

Always a great experience when I come here! I’ve know they like for people to make appointments but they allowed me to walk in today and get a Shellac Mani and Spa Pedi with a very long massgae by Jimmy! Him and his wife are ALWAYS nice and personable. The shop is always clean and 3 out of the 4 tech speak fluent english so its not all akward like in other nail shops when they only speak their language and cant even understand what you want as a customer. I love this little tucked away gem!

I went to Tranie in years past when I was in the area, and always loved them! I returned today and felt compelled to write a review. Their shop is smaller than some around it, so it’s best to call ahead and make an appointment. But the smaller size, to me, is just a perk. It makes for a quaint, and more personable experience.
Tranie and her husband work very hard to keep the shop clean. They have two big screen TV’s to watch. They provide such amazing service, and are so sweet and hospitable. You are greeted as soon as you walk in, by name! Many of their clients are returning clients, some who have been going to them for years. Tranie’s husband gives the BEST pedi massage ever. He knows what he is doing and takes his time. They both engage with you, speak to you and converse with you. They can also judge when you prefer to just relax and watch some TV :)
I give them 5 stars, hands down. Their service, prices, hospitality and workmanship are all awesome.

Hands down (LITERALLY) the best nail salon in San Diego. I love it here so much! I’ve gotten several gel manicures and each time has been absolutely flawless. Tranie and Jenny have both done my nails, and they are so sweet and so good with everything.
Jimmy did a pedicure for me as well, and it was heavenly.
Prices are super, super fair. The setting is intimate and really relaxing. You can walk-​in, but they’re so popular, that I would suggest making an appointment just to be play it safe. I mean, I made one just a day ahead of time, and it was no big deal at all. You should really be doing that anyway. It’s kind of silly to get angry at a really successful nail salon just because they’re super booked, especially during the holidays… Everyone wants to get dem holiday nailz done! I think most of the time, you can walk in and get your nails with little wait, anyway.
Just seriously amazing. Everyone here takes time with you, the massages are so wonderful. The quality here is A+++. Great experience, overall.

I have been coming to Tranie nails for a little over a year and a half now. I’m so lucky to have found such an awesome nail salon.
–Family owned & operated: Tranie, her husband Jimmy, and Tranie’s sister Jenny, are the only employees here. They don’t hire anybody else and they do all the work themselves. I love supporting local family run businesses! They’ve been in La Mesa for the past 19 years!
–Clean. Enough said.
–SOOOOO friendly & accommodating: They do everything in their power to make sure you’ve had a wonderful experience there. They are gentle (Ladies, no more worrying about being cut or nipped when you go in for acrylics!). They don’t try to upsell you or push more services onto you– they just want you to relax and have a good time! I have always left more than happy, and if I chip or break a nail, I can just call in and they will fit me in! I LOVE that! They never make you feel bad or like a burden if you have to come in for a chipped nail or whatever. They genuinely care about their clients, and I LOVE that!
–Great services. I get a gel fill and pedicure every time I come in, and they are ALWAYS consistent. Jenny & Tranie do the manicures & fills, and Jimmy does the pedicures. Both Jenny & Tranie are awesome and do my nails exactly how I like them. Oh, and Jimmy gives an ammmmmaaaazzzzinnnnggg foot massage! They take their time and don’t ever make you feel rushed.
–Prices never change. Because they aren’t pushy or try to upsell you, you always know what you’re in for whenever you come in. They’re honest and never take advantage of their clients.
I can go on and on about how great this place is, but you have to check it out for yourself! They know and remember everyone’s names and preferences. They pay attention to detail, and overall are just a wonderful salon. I love this place!