Lee’s Nails

Was early for a doc appt. and found this place on Unilocal with good reviews. Super nice ladies work here and they gave me a great mani-​pedi. I highly recommend this place and only gave 4 stars rather than 5 because parking is tough and it’s not super clean.

Love! My first time coming here. This place is my sister in law go to spot. She has been coming here for the past 15 yrs. Wanda did my manicure and i mentioned that 2 of my nails had broken. She said dont u worry and was able to put acrylics on them to even out may hands. I am newly engaged and she even put a silver glitter above my ring finger as a special touch. Jenny did my pedicure she is magical. Took her time fixed a hangnail tjat was bothering me on my big toe. Truly attentive and toom her time which i appreciate. Will be coming back.

First time here and had a great experience. Wanda attended me when I came in. She informed me they only do cash and asked me where I parked to make sure I knew they had free parking. I found this very helpful because I don’t usually carry cash and it was nice that she let me know ahead of time. I sat down and she offered me tea and cookies. I got a manicure and it was only $ 8.00 great price for the work she did. She is very sweet and her staff is friendly.

it was the worst place i have ever been to do not waste your time they kicked me out because of my kid they said «are you done get out» when my toes were still wet worst pedicure of my life rude people.

Been coming here for many years! I always have a wonderful experience! They always ask about my Mom… My sisters. So personable. Love these ladies! Best prices in town!

Thank’s Lara!!! Greats job. All girls are super pro. They have new fashion colors and I love the scrub massage

The most sweetest people ever! I am never disappointed. They take b good care of me, always go above and beyond to give me more than what I ask. Great pedicure and manicure. And v v reasonable prices — the cheapest I have seen on the west side.

I would probably rate Lee’s Nails a 2.5. Somewhere between «Meh, I’ve experienced better,» and «A-​Ok.»
The finished product is decent for the price, but the atmosphere is not something I’d return again for. I came here because they are inexpensive, but sometimes, you get what you pay for! This place is truly no frills, somewhat dirty and cheap in every aspect.
They have like. 5 different gel colors. Sure, 20 variations of red, but not much else. They use brands I have never heard of or seen (which I don’t mind if the quality is there), and many of the bottles look quite old. Even the regular polish selection consists of no name or drug store brands. The black was from the Halloween store! The cap has a gravestone that says «RIP» on it! Really?
I could tell they use cheap acetone to remove gel polish because my manicurist filled an entire bowl with it. The acetone reached all the way up to my knuckles. She also forgot to take it out. By the time my fingers started to ache a bit, I asked if it was ok to remove my hand.
When she put my hand in the dryer (which also looks extremely cheap), she forgot to set a timer, and my hand also started to hurt lol.
I knew this place was no frills, but it was really quite dingey. The color wasn’t what I wanted due to the selection, and the shape wasn’t quite like I wanted either, but eh, it was worth a shot. The finished product came out ok. We will see how long these cheap polishes hold up.
I paid $ 32 for a gel mani and regular pedi. With other shops charging $ 43 or $ 45 for the same service, I think I’ll pay the extra $ 11-​$ 13 for a better experience next time

If zero stars was an option that would be my choice. So awful, dirty and the lady second in (the one who did my nails) was so rude! The lady who seems to run the show is so so sweet and I’m so sad to see her have such an awful employee! I will never go back, and I advise you to be very cautious! I’m bummed that I had such a terrible time because the one was so sweet but I just can’t afford to waste my time! I have to go somewhere else tomorrow and spend another hour while they try to fix them!

Not only is this place well priced, but the manicurists working here are the nicest people ever! I’m happy it’s so close to work. Perfect lunch errand.

Wanda and Co are so pleasant and the waxing and Manis look great. I have little loyalty to merchants, but here is an exception.
question ladies, since Wanda is the owner, do you tip her? in style always says you don’t have to tip salon owners. but maybe that is for fancy expensive places?
try to come in the middle of the day if you don’t want to wait. park in the apartment complex behind it, the place is empty since tenants are at work.

I work in Santa Monica, and this is my go-​to place there. Their prices are really good and they’re nice.
Sometimes it’s a little challenging in to get in because there are only 2 – 3 of them working but I appreciate that they usually try to work with me and get me in. They are not open very late (their hours are very inconsistent), so that is a challenge at times as well. They even try to be helpful in working [quickly] with me when I’m on my lunch break and rushing.
Even though they are extremely reasonably-​priced, I would not continue to go here if they didn’t do decent work and they do.
*They only take cash so make sure to have some on you.

LOVE LOVE LOVE this place!
I asked Siri for nail salons in the area and Lee’s was just around the corner. I walked in and was helped right away– I was asked where I parked so I didn’t get a parking ticket (very considerate considering Santa Monica gets a little ticket happy)
Ok about my nails, I got gel nails and they were so affordable I decided to get a pedi too, I had one nice lady doing my nails as the other did my feet. Not only did they do a really great job but I was in and out in less than an hour!!! She made sure I had magazines to look at and was very polite and courteous.
I’ll be back for sure

Love this place & Morgan and Wanda. Morgan is great at Waxing! Nails get done quickly & beautifully!

VERY DIRTY. i did not see any disinfectant. technician did not even wash her hands. she started to use a very coarse emery board in my thin, fragile nails. did not polish the sides of my nails. will NEVER go back there again.

This is my pedicure place. Cheap, VERY well done, and friendly. What more can you ask for?
The first time I came here with my bf, they offered us a cookie and the most recent magazines as we were getting our toes pampered. The next few times I came in alone, and even though it was always months between visits the woman asks how my bf is doing. She totally remembers her customers, their names, details, etc, and it’s comforting!

They get the job done well and in a speedy manner. Out of the three ladies that I have had my nails done by, Jenny is my favorite. Jenny helps me with the colors, works fast and is gentle on my feet.
This is a decent place to go to if you are nearby. Also, if you just need your nails painted — it is $ 3 for hands and $ 4 for feet. Their selection of nail polishes have improved but I still recommend bringing your own.
I would avoid driving here. Walk or bike here if you can because parking is very limited.

WORST NAIL SALON EVER!
I’m not joking, I’ve been getting my nails done for nearly a decade (acrylic french tip) and my experience was awful! Horrible parking, doesn’t even look like a legitimate salon upon entry, and my fingers got sliced 3 times. Blood! Yes bleeding! The shaping of the nail was terrible, surface very uneven and bumpy, and the topcoat had turned yellowy orange by the time I got home. Worst $ 30 I’ve ever spent! I went to Best Nails (12 126 Santa Monica Boulevard, Los Angeles, CA (310) 207‑0161) the following morning. NEVER returning to Lee’s Nails! I do not recommend it to anyone! Best nails is very good and it’s the only place I’ll go. They are very sweet and I walk out with perfect nails that last for weeks!

Came in here because I messed up my own polish. The lady that did my nail was quick and efficient. Plus very affordable for 8 $ for manicure and polish change. Not a big selection of colors and they seem to be random brands + old polish but once it went on your nails you really cant tell what’s what.
Might come by again when I need a quick fix.
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1 star — «will be telling everyone to stay away» bad
2 stars — it’s okay, i won’t return
3 stars — it’s okay, i’ll come back
4 stars — it’s pretty good, i’ll come by again!
5 stars — it’s really good, my go-​to places!

When they say you’re in and out, they mean it.
Everyone I saw there (including myself) was out within 15 – 20 minutes. I got a French manicure, but I’ve had better. It was $ 10. Inexpensive, but the lines are pretty sloppy, there are brush hairs stuck in the paint, she did it so fast that the sides aren’t painted, and a little bit of the nail polish I came in with is still there.
Maybe it’s better to just get the simple paint done here :(