King Bay Nails

I started coming here about 5 years ago because the other location I was going to was unprofessional and the manicurist were always in a hurry. Kings Bay Nails is family owned clean facility. They accept walk-​in appointment which seems to be the way to go. Unfortunately there is no loyalty for customers with appointment. If I make an appointment and it’s on a busy holiday I seem to wait for over 1 hour. Sometimes you make an appointment and they forget to write it down.
They will accept walk-​ins and continue with their service even though you have an appointment. It is not the fault of the manicurist but the wife and husband that run the business. Totally unprofessional! I will be looking for another location but it saddens me because I love my manicuris kindly known as «Chino». Chino is a kind man who takes his time with your manicure/​pedicure. If he ever leaves that location I will follow.

No frills. Good prices. Good service. Kim and Ana do amazing work!

I really wanted to love this place. My mother in law had been going to this salon for over 10 years before she moved to another city. The place is a dust blanket. There is dust literally everywhere. The technician’s station was also covered in dust and clippings. Absolutely disgusting. I did my gel manicure and it was whatever. We got to the pedicure and ¼ of the way through I asked him to stop and just paint my nails. I had told him that my nail felt ingrown and he started using the WRONG tool. I told him to please use the smaller tool and he brushed off my request, causing my toe to bleed on the side. He tells me «no pedicure? I’m almost half way done,» and I tell him «no you’re not, you’re not even ¼ of the way through,» as there was no scrubbing, no clipping, no massaging. I also noticed that one of the other techs seemed to be packing a nasty cold — coughing, sneezing, sniffling, watery-​eyed. I understand if someone needs the money they may feel compelled to go to work under those conditions, but it shouldn’t be at other people’s expense by getting them sick as well! The pedicure tubs looked less than immaculate. They also don’t have a «quiet voice or minimum cellphone use» policy like other nail salons do, so I was stuck listening to some lady arrange her entire move by phone. I mean, I heard EVERYTHING. really annoying when you’re trying to relax. The nail technician was nice, but that’s about it. I also second the other reviews about the teenage kid in the front.

This place is amazing, everyone that works here knows how to do nails and takes there time! I drive all the way to here from downtown !!! Great prices too !!!

This place is awesome!!! I’ve been coming to this place after I left the other place I used to go to, and I am super happy that I found them. They are so patient, and I love the way my nails come out in the end. DEFINITELY RECOMMENDED

The only reason that I am even giving them one star is because my nail tech always has done a wonderful pedicure and I have been going to him for over 5 years… however the rest of the salon, staff and owners as well as owners teenage children leave much to be desired… I have no idea how these people stay in business. They are rude and have no manners. When you walk into the salon no one says hello when you pay the bill no one says thank you. The owner is a mother of two teenagers a boy and girl that also work at the salon… lets just say they are all rude and have no manners and do not know the first thing about customer service. I am about to change salons despite how good a job my nail tech does because the owners are so rude and have no class… they have no business being in business!!! DO NOT GO THERE!!!

I wish I could give 0 stars. I sent my wife here based on Unilocal reviews. First off we aren’t picky and we aren’t highly critical people. In other words we are normally easy to please. However they did a HORRIBLE job. The pedicure — involved washing the feet and clipping nails — basically 5 — 10 minutes. No cuticle work. She tried to kill time by massaging legs and talking to coworkers by yelling across the room. The nails were a disaster, he cut them crooked, didn’t remove nail polish from underneath the nail, he cut the sides, she requested square cut and he cut oval instead. She actually just grabbed the nail file and fixed most of what was messed up herself. At the end she had to pay for this and they had the audacity to request a tip. This place is a DISASTER!!!

I wish there was the option of 0 star’s. Let’s start from when I walked in. The salon was very well taken care of very clean which I can appreciate because I’m a neat freak. I was greeted by a teenage boy who clearly didn’t what to be there. No hello, hi, welcome NOTHING, what I was greeted with was «what are you getting» I should have walked out right there and then but I was desperate.
The women who I assume was is mother was no better, she ask me to pick a color which I did and was cold and also unwelcoming. She rushed like she had a line of people waiting which wasn’t the case. I am a over tipper but this woman got nothing from me for that horrible service.
I could deal with all of that if my nails would have come out decent. They looked horrible, so bad that my boyfriend noticed and he doesn’t notice things like that.
In conclusion STAY AWAY, I know I will.

I just visited this salon for the first time despite living here my whole life and now I’m kicking myself for not trying them earlier. They do a great job for a decent price. I paid $ 30 for my mani/​pedi and it came out really nice!
Now, in response to the comments: this place is NOT a spa. They are not there to
completely lavish over you and massage you and all those extras. They do your nails, they do it quick, and they do it well. I personally like that style of business but if you’re looking for a more relaxing, spa sort of deal then maybe this isn’t the place for you.
Want a quick, cheap, good mani/​pedi on the fly? This place is for you.
Warning though: tips can only be given in cash so make sure to have a couple bucks in your wallet.

I live in Phoenix and wanted to get a simple manicure and pedicure while on vacation. I did a search on Google maps and found this nail salon which showed nearly 5 stars for reviews. I would give it a 2 for service and cleanliness. My nail tech hurried through both services and did a half-​ass massage on each hand/​arm during my manicure that lasted about 30 seconds each if that. My nails did look nice when she was done. My pedicure massage was also extremely short. The nail station and pedicure tub weren’t the cleanest looking. Next time I come to Miami I will be going somewhere else.

First of all, they do do nails well but that’s only half of the experience in my eyes. Getting a mani/​pedi for me is a treat and supposed to be a relaxing experience but it was anything but relaxing.
The lady who did my pedi was shouting and talking very loudly to other ladies across the room. I couldn’t concentrate on the book I was reading.
I was turned over to another lady for my shellac mani and she was watching a DVD on a portable player while occasionally glancing at my nails during her work. I felt completely ignored. I even tried to start a conversation after I saw a picture of her sons. No dice. Same shouting thing during the pedi too.
All in all, I was disappointed but if you don’t care about the experience and just want a good mani/​pedi, then you have the right place.

Really happy with this place! It’s an average price for all services but worth it! A guy named Hnon (almost sure that was his name) attended me and did a great job on my acrylics. Also when he was doing my pedi he asked if any nails were bothering and fixed them so it won’t grow in wrong. I will definitely be going back! (The owner was in a little bad of a mood, but that shouldn’t ruin the experience)

This nail salon is really dirty. There were black hairs on the floor and the stations were not very clean.
My manicure and pedicure were alright, but I have definitely been to better places.

Great service and affordable!!! $ 30 for a mani/​pedi. I have been there a couple times to get my nails done, and I will keep going.

I went to this place because of its reviews. My nails came out great and so did my moms. It was $ 30 for mani/​pedi. My only complaint was that I had made an appointment for the both of us and they thought it was for one. So, my mom had to wait a bit longer. Other than that, great service.

I was on vacation in Miami and sooo scared to get my nails done. I usually end up at a horrible salon that’s not clean because it looks nice from the outside or got good reviews only to find out that all the insturments are dirty, and have dead skin hanging off of them and nail shavings already on the files… YUCK! (At least thats how it is here in California, very hard to find a good, clean salon).
I was actually so scared that I meticulously went through the reviews for the Miami nail salons and called to make sure I could get clean instruments. I was very pleased with the manicurist’s response on the phone to my rather insulting question if they would make sure all of the instruments were clean for me. She said, «Sure, you can have new if you want.» That surprised me. I expected to be barked at, but instead she was very happy to oblige.
They made an appt for me within the half hour. I was on time and got a rather rude greeting from the grumpy teenage receptionist who looked like she hated her job, but I didn’t take it personally. :)) I was kept waiting for maybe 20 minutes as they busily finished with the people already seated. I was told they would have time for me but I wasn’t upset to wait a short while for a clean salon, and I did call only 30 minutes prior to coming, so I was actually happy they made me an appt on such short notice.
They kept my appt and took me prior to the walk-​ins. :D awesome!
I believe Helen did my nails. When I sat down, I told her they said that I could have everything clean. She said: «Sure, no problem,» and disinfected all the files with alcohol in front of me. I believe she removed the ones she had used for the girl ahead of me, got out a different set and then soaked them in something clear, I think alcohol, and then sprayed them with alcohol. She took the nail clippers out of the autoclave, oven thing and I got a different nail file. She did not disinfect the table or wash her hands. I know its not operating room cleanliness, but it was definitley the best and cleanest experience I’ve ever had at a salon and I felt comfortable that the level of cleanliness would ensure I didn’t come home with an infection, or warts or fungus. S: o
She was sooo great at her job! What a perfectionist! A girl after my own heart. I asked for nail art on my ring fingers, a big flower. She redid the flower on my left hand like five times because she didn’t like how it turned out. I was actually okay with it the first time, but I really appreciated that she wanted to do the best job possible and didn’t rush, even though it wasn’t a slow day at the salon. A++++. Great job Helen! Wish they were here in California so I could go back. Awesome nails, clean (Im a germiphobe, so my recommendation says a lot.) :)

This is my favorite nail salon so far! Ive been doing my nails there for a couple of years now and its the best so far. Since i no longer live nearby i have been trying out different ones but nothing compares. Whenever i have enough time i drive down there just to get my mani and pedi. The place feels clean and everybody is friendly

I have been going to Kings Bay Nails for years now. I also go to several others in the area due to «timing», but Kings Bay Nails is my favorite. They are good for several reasons, they do a top quality job, regardless of what your having done. I’ve been to other nail salons that rush to get to the next customer, and within days the nails chip, polishing is coming off, and sometimes the nail. Not this place — and that is what I love about it; Quality — fair pricing — and fast service but not leaving anything out. I do recommend you call and make an appointment ahead of time. Sometimes you still have to wait a while even with an appointment. But it’s like that in most nail salons.

I LOVE this place! Eric has been doing my nails for over 7 years. This place is clean, relaxing and such friendly staff! I’ve never felt rushed even when there’s a huge crowd. It’s a smaller salon and I love it that way. Prices are just right and the service is amazing! Definitely try this place at least once — you’ll definitely be back!

Dear King’s Bay Nails,
Yay! I am a first-​time fan. Wanting to try something/​where new, and having you so close to my house, I decided it was time to break free from my routine and check out a new nail place. I am definitely glad I did, as now I have options.
You are a much smaller, and quainter, nail salon that my regular spot, and actually found that to be a positive. My regular salon can feel like a nail painting factory at times, as there are SO many pedi chairs and nail tables. Here, you have just a few of each. So already, it felt more personable. Additionally, I liked the style in which the whole procedure was handled. From the moment I walked in, I was first asked to sit down to have my manicure. This was a nice change, and by the time my nails were done, I was ready to sit and relax in the pedi chair.
The lady that did my nails was older, soft spoken, and very sweet. She did a great job with my hands and feet, and took her time to do it right. Even when there were a couple people in your waiting area, she never rushed me or the process.
Same price, better service. I will definitely be back. :) Thanks for changing up my routine.
Regards,
SabrinaAnna*