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A sweet co-​worker of mine treated me to a mani-​pedi as a birthday gift and I loved it! Lovely clean facility with friendly faces all around. Incredible selection of colors. Will definitely be returning soon!

One of my New Year’s resolutions for 2016 was to live cleaner and using fewer toxic products, whether in my beauty regimen, in my household, or at work.
When I recently went to get a manicure, it only made sense to go to a salon that uses five free polishes and boasts a toxin free environment when it comes to the products they use. Cote, in Brentwood is a gem of a nail salon. The décor is what you would expect if a New England town had a baby with a smaller version of Santa Monica. The smells like and feels like a spa. It’s small, with cozy sea-​inspired shabby chic décor. The name of the place, in fact, is inspired by the Cote D’Azur in Southern France. But I digress, let’s get back to the nails.
Cote has an extensive line of polishes in all kinds of colors, from delicate neutrals, to eye-​popping candy tones. I went for a metallic purple-​y blue, that even after 4 days hadn’t majorly chipped. (I’m usually that girl that chips her nails the same day).
The thoughtful customer care they provide was the incredible. The staff offered me something to drink as soon as I settled in, champagne, water, tea or coffee, and when my parking meter out in front of the salon was about to expire, the lady at the front desk refilled it for me, without me even asking!
Maybe the best part though, is getting a manicure experience that is not only luxurious, but also safe. It is pricier than your local nail salon chain, but for me its totally worth it. After the luxury experience I had at Cote, I may never go back to a regular salon again!

Had a mani-​pedi and it was delightful. Everyone is very nice and my technician was sweet and respectful. The color choices are great and not tacky. The atmosphere is very calm and peaceful. Would definitely go back next time I’m on the west coast :)

First I want to say that this is an adorable nail salon. I gave it 3 stars because of the great quality of their service providers. I have gotten the BEST pedicures of my life here and the salon is so well maintained.
However their front desk and management is another story. Yesterday I scheduled an appointment for this morning using the Unilocal app. I just went in for my 10am appointment. I was not greeted by the reception who was on the telephone and never once looked up to acknowledge me walking in the door. then waited at the front desk for her to end her phone call. I tell her I was there for a 10am appointment that I had scheduled via Unilocal.She just says no we don’t have that appointment. I again wait patiently for her to help me figure out the mistake. She proceeds to start unboxing inventory before she looks up and says «so what’s your last name?» At this point I’m not even that upset, sure her service skills haven’t been stellar but whatever. I let her know that maybe since I booked the appointment through Unilocal there was a mistake in the booking system. In the middle of my taking the phone rings again and she proceeds to have me stand there while completely taking down another appointment. I mean you have to be kidding. So rude.
The reason for my review is this is the second incident I have had. I had scheduled a December 24^th appointment for my mother and I that also was «missing» and when I spoke to management they were less than helpful.
I am also a business owner where my staff requires a reception to book appointments. I just am disappointed that this girl didn’t have proper training. Always deal with the person standing in front of you. They are the priority over the telephone. I am frustrated and found the entire situation really icky
While she was on the phone again putting me off, I just collected my things and walked out. I don’t know where the mistake happened. But I won’t be back based on repeat back front desk service. Disappointing!

I want to update my review and give Cote five stars. After I posted my review below, Ebonee Woods, the shop manager, reached out to me to address my concerns about my service. She was so sweet. I was supposed to go in for another pedicure, but had to leave town on business. Ebonee followed up with me a few months later (she’s really on top of it).
I ended up going back to Cote last week and had the Luxe pedicure. Let me tell you, my feet were in HEAVEN! The Luxe pedicure includes an exfoliating sugar scrub, collagen treatment for my feet, hot stone leg massage, and foot massage. I was in happy town after the treatment!!! And my nails (the paint job) looked great this time! Hakari is great at giving pedicures and super friendly too! We chatted the entire time.
After the treatment, Ebonee checked in on me to see how I was doing. She gave me a big hug and thanked me for giving them another chance (when I should be the one thanking HER)! I am so pleased with the way she handled everything. This is the type of manager you want to run your shop.
Cote, I will be back! =)

I would not recommend going to cote for a manicure nor a pedicure. I was genuinely looking forward to a nice time of some pampering. It’s great that the nail polish is non-​toxic– huge fan of that but it disappoints. The polish comes on streaky and even after it dries does not have a polished finished. It also chips easily and does not last more than 3 days without chips. In addition, the manicurist I had was not able to shape my nails in the shape I had requested. I had politely asked several times to shape the nails in a classic round shape and she continually shaped it square. Suffice to say, I left feeling not only disappointed by the price of the mani/​pedi but also disappointed that the price did not match the quality. I will not be returning.

This is definitely one of the nicest nail salons I’ve ever been to. They don’t use traditional polish so it doesn’t smell like chemicals. In addition they keep your card on file so you don’t need to worry about rummaging through your bag post-​manicure to find your wallet and ruining your nails. While I enjoyed the experience, I have to give Côte three stars. My manicure took two hours to fully dry — making it impossible to do anything all afternoon. In addition, it started chipping four days after. Normally I can get a solid week out of my manicure, so I’m pretty disappointed.

What a cute little place! Their nail polish is non toxic which is a huge plus for me. I give them a 5 star for the experience and atmosphere of the nail salon! Such great customer service, but make an appointment ahead of time. I think this would be a great place for a mom and daughter manicure in Brentwood or definitely for pregnant women. I love that I don’t smell that awful nail salon smell when I am here and it is so relaxing. I would recommend getting your nails done on the day you want it to look great though because I am not sure it will last very long since it is so natural. Kinda reminds me of piggy paint which is for little girls. This is not the place for you if you like getting gels so your nails last forever. If you are super health conscious, but love having your nails done, this place is perfect for you!

Come here for the experience not the quality. While the polish is vegan, it chips very quickly and very easily. The ladies are nice, the rose is wonderful, the ambiance is relaxing. I have been here a handful of times, it is best to book reservations at least a week or so in advance online.

I feel conflicted about Côte nail salon. The shop is extremely cute and I love that they offer drinks upon arrival. I am also a huge fan of 5 free nail polish, so I love that they only allow Côte brand polish at their store to prevent toxic fumes from polluting the air. However, at $ 26 for a regular pedicure (not spa pedicure), I expect perfection. When I got home following my service, I examined my toes and noticed that they did a horrible job at painting my nails. The polish on my toe nails were uneven and there were grooves everywhere! Also, the technician chipped off a piece of my nail while trimming my nails!!! It was not like that when I walked in to the salon. I could have paid $ 10 down the street for a regular pedicure and the pedicure would have turned out better. In short, I paid $ 26 for a super sloppy job. Côte, If you command such a steep price for something that can be done at a fraction of the cost, then you better step up your game to ensure perfection. Otherwise, you will lose your fan base.
PS — Based on other reviews I’ve read on here, it seems as though Côte management could care less about their customers and their overall satisfaction. That’s sad because I see potential with this nail salon, but not with that sort of pretentious attitude.

Well my wife has been begging me to try a pedicure for 15 years. She told me there’s this amazing place in Brentwood and guaranteed I’d like it and even said if I didn’t love it she’d show me some special love. Well, I loved it. Very classy and cool place. They had me when they gave me fresh lemonade as I entered. They gal was phenomenal. What a great experience. Guys: give it a shot!

One of the better pedicures I have ever had. I stopped in after hiking up the Temescal Canyon Park and visiting the Pacific Palisades farmers market. My feet definitely needed the love!
One of my favorite parts is the sugar like scrub they use. They produce all their own polish, cuticle oil and scrubs and are generally much non toxic and free of most toxins other feet products are made with. I loved the color selection but you must be a little more patient for it to dry – two hours patient to be specific. If you forget your own flip flops no worries as they will give you disposables but do not plan on walking to far as they are not endurance ones.

Absolutely fell in love with this place. Not only is their nail polish free of the most common 5 toxins and chemicals, but they have an awesome array of colors to choose from. I tend to stay away from getting my nails done because of the multitudes of chemicals you get exposed to. But this place fit my needs! The interior design is also very pretty and relaxing. I got the luxe pedi and it was worth it. I came in with my toenail being messed up because I hit it on something the other day. Olivia was my specialist and she did a fantastic job evening out the lengths. My toes look and feel great and I’ll definitely be back again!

Great service and beautiful polish colors. Definitely a bit pricier, but worth it for the kind staff, quality manicure/​pedicure, and relaxed pace. Also has an assortment of pricey, but nice gifts/​accessories.

So my first experience was fantastic. I was referred by a friend and the place is just so cute! Chic coastal vibe that I love. However, the service is eh. Maria did a great job but I went in again recently to treat a friend for her birthday and the girls we had just seemed to be rushing. (Maria was not in that day). My service was 45 min and last time was an hour. It’s supposed to be an hour. That was upsetting and the girl who did my toes seemed annoyed wouldn’t talk to me and when she would was kind of rude about it.
I felt very uncomfortable and she seemed very complacent. I really like this place but the service is just inconsistent and they aren’t very nice to you. Just because you have a beautiful slice of heaven on a busy street doesn’t mean you can skip on service and quality.

Calling all pregnant ladies!!! I had no idea that when you’re pregnant you have to be really careful about the type of nail polish you use and the nail salons you go to, luckily a friend of mine told me about Cote.
Im a mani pedi addict and super picky when it comes to where I go… Cote has it down!
They have a great selection of colors.
You can also do a little shopping while you wait but keep in mind the items are a little pricy.
The staff is very welcoming and very accommodating.
The seats are super comfortable and they offer you a tablet in case you want to work a little.
You need an appointment, they’re always booked.
Highly recommend it!

The best place for manicure and pedicure in Los Angeles !!!
Interior decoration is very harmonious!
The most important and enjoyable there the best masters that I had ever met !!!

I started going to Cote when I lived around the corner, and now that I moved it’s still my go-​to nail spot. Pricing is in line with Bellacures, but I much prefer the soothing ambiance, friendly customer service, attention to detail, excellent polish color selection, and overall experience of Cote. There are no harsh chemical smells thanks to the 5 free products they use, and the atmosphere is always very relaxed as opposed to the run of the mill salons, which to me always feel frantic and noisy.
Don’t forget to request a glass of rosé!

I love côte! I’ve tried the luxe manicure, the signature manicure and the luxe pedicure. The luxe pedicure comes with a hot stone massage and it’s absolutely worth the $$ and time! The store itself is super relaxing. mellow music, comfy seats, and tea (or rose)! It also doesn’t smell like chemicals because the store uses toxin free polish. If you’re looking for a small way to treat yourself … definitely come here!

I like this place alright. It is beautifully decorated, and somehow seems like I’m in the living room of a light and breezy beach cottage rather than a nail salon.
Because their own Cote brand of polish (only brand they carry) is free of the nasty chemicals found in all mainstream polish brands, the place is free of any of the harsh smells of other nail salons. I’m obsessed with their polish. It’s of fantastic quality, and best part is that they don’t do gels. I REPEAT: GREAT NEWS! THEY DON’T DO GELS. Gels are terrible for your skin and nails so don’t be sad!
The chairs you sit in are like those out of a Pottery Barn magazine, not the typical gross, germy leather ones. They have ipads on stands next to the chairs loaded with magazines so you can touch reading material and ‘turn pages’ without messing up your pretty new nails.
Tips:
+ Booking online is a breeze.
+ How the polish looks in the bottle is exactly how it will look on your fingers.
+ Arrive on time! I was told they would cancel my appointment if I were even a few minutes late.
+ The parking enforcement in the area is ALL OVER IT. Don’t skimp on adding extra time to your meter. I was literally seconds late to my meter and they were already ticketing me when I approached my vehicle.
+ The pretty back patio area can be rented out for $ 300 + cost of services, and you can bring your own food and beverages in. Perfect for a birthday party or bridal party! I’m thinking of renting it out for me and my bridesmaids.
My only complaint: wish the staff was a little friendlier/​warmer.

They had me at «Online Booking.» Awesome service, loved chatting with my nail tech, gorgeous décor/​setup — such a spa-​like experience. They have iPads on stands so you don’t mess up your nails and a super cute shop.
I’m so picky and particular but this place lives up to my standards. I wish I lived nearby. I would refer all of my friends and come back regularly.

From the moment I walked in, I was treated like a king. I was offered a beverage within moments of walking in the door. Coffee, tea, rose… coffee was very good. Rose was a nice touch. It was slow so I literally had and army of techs fawning over my jacked up, ugly toes. They had plenty of charming conversation which is a nice change from the chatter of vietnamese that I can’t understand. How do I know they aren’t talking about my jacked up toes?
Anyhow…
Bathrooms were very nice, clean and smelled really good. Hand towels were super soft… it’s the little things that count!
I really recommend the salt scrub on your feet. It tickled like crazy but felt really good.
Then they put my feet in these little bags filled with some sort of gooey substance that warmed up. Kinda creepy but cool.
I hear oprah, Taylor swift, katy perry and Queen latifah get their nails done here. They weren’t there today, just my luck… I wanted to hang out with oprah.
Loads of parking in the back so don’t bother parking on the crazy street in front.
I see some people thought it was expensive, but good work is worth it. I drove all the way up here from orange county and will again.
Katherine, the lady at the front, was on point!

I found côte on Unilocal,and then continued to do my research. I haven’t gotten my nails done in so long, so I wanted to go someplace relaxing and professional. Now, they have their own brand of «5-​Free» nail polish — which was important to me – and they are close to home. All the reviews for this place were fantastic, and I wanted to check it out for myself.
I really enjoyed my experience at côte, they aren’t a place to get in and get out of – expect to sit for a while. They’ll bring you a cup of tea, coffee or rosé (I think they also have lemonade for kids) and you relax. They have iPads at every chair, but I haven’t ever really seen anyone utilize them. Usually people are chatting with their nail techs or using their own phones.
When I go, I usually get a classic manicure and a luxe pedicure. I’ve has the luxe manicure and there really isn’t much of a difference between the two manicures (the luxe has a collagen hand treatment is all I think), but when it comes to pedicure — there is all the difference. I live for that hot stone foot massage. (Now it also has the collagen foot treatment, etc — but let’s be honest, I was sold at hot stone foot massage).
My only issue with their services is that the polish doesn’t last very long according to the color you choose. Sometimes they last forever, and I have to get them re-​done just because my nails have grown out, others start chipping 2 – 3 days down the road. So the colors aren’t consistent in quality, which is a serious bummer.
Overall 4.5÷5 star. It would be ⁵⁄₅ if the quality of the nail polish was more consistent (and it’s not the fault of the nail techs because I have had several of the girls more than once with different polishes and had them turn out differently depending on the polish).
Good place to go and relax, that’s for sure. Just make sure you make an appointment!

This is my first time writing a negative Unilocal review, but after three bad experiences here I felt it was important to share, especially b/​c I know women make an effort to book an appointment here and schedule around it.
First of all, on a positive note, the place is absolutely lovely and full of curated home, jewelry and apparel gifts. The polish colors are great, and it’s nice that everything is non-​toxic. Tasha is awesome.
However, on my first visit, my sister’s nail technician was out and out rude to her and skipped over any massaging of her hands and feet entirely, while my mom and I were being massaged for the same level treatment. When my sister politely asked for her massage, the woman brusquely told her that it was an add-​on that she didn’t have time to perform. She was very rude, and that’s not true. My sister’s polish chipped the following day, as did my mom’s.
On my second visit, the experience was lovely bc I again had Tasha, who is both skilled and delightful. However, the polish chipped within three days.
My third experience was the worst. A dear friend of mine booked us mani-​pedis to celebrate the coming birth of my baby — I’m due in two days. We both work and have little ones so had to arrange appointments and coverage in advance to make this day happen and were so looking forward to it. The same morning as our 11:20 appointment, my friend got a call that one of the technicians was sick, so they decided that one of us couldn’t have a manicure. My friend tried talking through options, and the manager was to call us to let us know how the matter would be resolved. We received no phone call. We showed up early to try and figure something out, but we were told that they simply were not going to be able to serve both of us because they had a full schedule. The manager’s attitude was terrible and very short-​sighted, and we had to find another salon to provide service to us in a pinch.
The problem here is that this place runs on a skeleton crew. The schedule is booked solid, back to back, with no room to provide proper service or accommodate even modest changes. If they don’t figure out the service end, the beautiful décor isn’t going to save this place over time.

Albeit on the pricier side, I’d definitely recommend this place. A few weeks ago, I had the luxe pedi and enjoyed every bit of it. Immediately upon entering Cote, you go into relaxation mode with the calming décor. The staff was very friendly and you have a good selection of colors. My pedi lasted quite some time and upon removing the polish, I noticed my nails appeared better than when I go to a cheaper salon and use the regular polishes. Their ‘five-​free’ polishes do make a difference.
The only downer is the chair — it’s more upright and doesn’t provide the ability to lean back a bit. That’s about it. Go treat yourself at Cote!

I wanted to wait a few days to write my review to monitor my feet. I have callous feet in a few areas, but I’ve been good about putting lotion on them every night. Nevertheless, it’s still rough in certain spots. I made an appointment online (love that you can do this) for a basic pedi, but as I grew closer to my appointment, I really wanted to do the luxe treatment. Luckily they had a cancellation and I was able to move my appointment up.
Going in on a Sunday morning is great. It’s nice and quiet and oh so relaxing. The luxe pedicure treatment is so worth it. They take their time with you and the collagen footie bag is awesome! I swear after my feet came out of that, it felt so soft. Even now, days later, my feet still feel great. Usually the fresh clean feeling goes away by the next morning for me. Anyways, I found my new pedi spot!