Happiness Nail & Spa

Meh they’re okay. You can always do a walk in and get your nails done but I never leave fully satisfied with my nails…

Leaving feedback here for the managers because I felt bad calling out the individual when I was there — he’s young and it’s not his fault he wasn’t taught this during his training. ***Please tell your employees to not start cleaning the pedicure station immediately after the end of the pedicure, before your customer has a chance to get up! So awkward.
Other reasons for 2 stars — pedicurist was holding my ankle in a way that was actually painful. I’ve had other experiences with minor cuts and poor quality nail application.
Main reason I come here is that I can always walk in and get a pedicure without scheduling an appointment, which is critical with a toddler and infant. I wish they would train their people just a little bit better and ask them to be a little more careful.

This nail salon is great. I don’t know why it has low reviews. The only downside is the ventilation. If that could be improved this place would be a 5+! I went today for the first time and had a pedicure. My nails look amazing, they feel great and I received a back massage that was fabulous. I love this place!

I’ve been here in the past and it’s been nothing special so when I received a gift certificate for my birthday for a spa pedicure I was a bit hesitant to go back. I looked at the reviews again to see if maybe the service had changed but it hadn’t. A free pedi is a free pedi right ;) So I went in on Wednesday to get my pedi and was helped by Cynthia. She was REALLY good and very sweet. We ended up talking about a lot of random stuff the whole time and I enjoyed my pedi! From the reviews it looks like not many of the girls in there are friendly but if you want to give this place another shot ask for Cynthia and you will not be disappointed! The reason it got 4 stars instead of 5 is because their prices seem very high compared to many of the other salons in the area.

This place was great. I work across the street so I came in for a quick pedicure. Quan did a great job on my little toesies.
The atmosphere is very bright and friendly.
This may be my new place for a mani pedi.

So I’ve been here a few times. And it’s really nothing special. They do a decent job on pedicures, and have a good selection of gel colors BUT. They’re rude, all of my nails end up crooked. I got an eye brow wax and the lady butchered my eye brows and made them very thin. They usually are really busy but I think it’s because of the shopping center not because of their quality of work. They do have a free 5min massage sign which doesn’t happen. I’ve paid them for a massage once and the man was very rough and it was at bit awkward. I really only use them as a last resort.

Best new nail salon! Clean, great new massage chairs. They have a guy who comes around and gives free neck massages while you get your mani/​pedi. Good prices. I will def be back!

Went to Happiness Nails Encinitas for the first time today as a walk in and got serviced by Tina. She was AMAZING! I had been looking for a new nail place for a while now and I’m so happy I found her. She did such a great job shaping the nail to make my hands look more feminine (I have short chubby fingers). I left feeling super great and returned shortly after to have my daughters nails done too. This is definitely my new go to spot.

Filed my nails without Paying attention. Causing me to bleed. Then she tried to imply there was something wrong with me toe. Yes, there is– you cut it.
Massage was half hearted. Scratching me with her nails as she talked with the other ladies.
Waste of time and money. I should have left at first sign of blood. :-(

I love to do my nails with Mai .
I ‘m from Brazil and we are very pick with the way people do nails here .
We like to remove our cuticles very deep and have the color go all the way Down to the cuticles covering all the nails without a gaps .
Mai does not remove my cuticles I do it at home but she is amazing coloring and takes her time to do the best job as she can. She gives her all to please you and takes her time (I like take my time)
I really recommend her service.

TERRIBLE. As others have said, they are rough and RUDE. They act angry and treat you like a dog or horse. Seems like they hate customers. The woman who did my pedicure just snapped and yelled at me the whole time, «foot down! You put toes down!» etc… while hitting my foot or leg with a scowl on her face. She never once used the word please and when I suggested she might at least say please, she started yelling and lying. Didin’t even mention that I didn’t get the foot massage I was supposed to get. Also, had to scrub off the stinky cheap cream they put on my legs because I wreaked of cheap old lady perfume.
The woman who did my daughter’s gel manicure was also rough and cut my daughter. I tried to discuss this calmly with the manager but the nail technician continued to be loud and rude and try to engage with me. I will never go here again. Terrible experience. Wish I had read the reviews before we went.

I have had great service at Happiness Nails.
Luu is great with with gel and acrylic nails. I’ve had pedicures here too, and they are usually able to get you in rather quickly. You can call ahead and get same day appointments and that is super convenient.
I will stay a regular client for sure!

Terrible pedicure. Rough. Fast. Unpleasant. Massage??? Ha. They advertise free neck massage but I was offered one for $ 10. While I was there, 8 other women were there and no one received a massage. Several employees were just sitting around.
Foot massage? No… Just rubbing in of the lotion. Couldn’t believe she was finished.
And I got the most deluxe pedi on the menu.
Bleh. Never again. There are too many other great places nearby. I tried it since it is so convenient to Trader Joes and Ralphs.
Thumbs DOWN.

Been here before and got a great service but this time no that great…
The girl asked me to upgrade to a better service as stuff i wanted was not included even though last time it was…
It was a good pedicure but dont expect anything extra… the 10 min foot massage was timed to the second and was over the minute the buzzer went off…
She got grumpy when i asked her to redo a nail as it was not short enough…
Didnt say goodbye or thank you which is not normal for this part of the world…
Probably wont go back as there are happier places i can spend money in

I share most of the sentiments expressed in the bulk of the reviews for this place.
There are a few super sweet technicians. They do a nice job painting and are often meticulous with their gel manicure. Their conscientious attention to the paint application usually results in a manicure which lasts for 10 – 14 days, easily. That being said, I give 5 stars for most of their work.
I’ve lived in Encinitas for over a year now and have frequented this nail shop at least 15 times. There are several chairs, if you make an appointment you’ll get sat more quickly, if not you’ll still get sat within 15 – 20 minutes.
It’s true the pedicure says «10 minute foot massage» and you definitely don’t get that. They will rush you along, and I usually don’t feel «relaxed» there are usually several women talking, loudly, on their cellphones and the nail technicians will speak Vietnamese the ENTIRE time. But, this isn’t an anomaly in a nail shop. They will entertain pleasant conversation if you initiate and maintain it.
All in all, in North County, I will always choose Happiness Nails. There is ample parking, it’s clean, you can bring in a bottle of champagne and have a chat with a girl friend, your husband or boyfriend and you’ll get a nice mani or pedi and you will pay a competitive price not too pricey and not cheap either.
Give it a try and make your own decision.

This used to be my go to spot but I’ll never go back after my toe was cut into today. Picture’s worth a thousand words… decide for yourself if you’ll go to «Happiness» after looking at the pics I posted. And I still had to pay after my foot bled for the entire pedicure! Mani cancelled and they lost a customer. I just hope I don’t lose my toe from some funky fungus. Thanks Happiness, sure appreciate the miserable afternoon and still sitting in pain tonight.

I have been going here for years. It’s large enough that you rarely have to wait for a chair. They take their time and do a great job– plus the price is right. I have chipped my polish within a day or two and come back and they do a touch up. The staff is nice and the location is clean! I recommend this place over others in Encinitas also because it is not crammed and you can actually relax.

I’m not sure why there are negative reviews here. Will all the happy customers of Happiness Nails please stand up?
Every time I come here, it is PACKED, obviously by repeat customers who know the staff and request specific nail artists. There are about 20(?) chairs and even when it’s full I usually get in a few minutes, and I never have an appointment. Yesterday was the busiest I’ve ever seen it with every seat taken but I still only had to wait 20 minutes.
It’s the best deal around without having to deal with a sale or promotion, plus the staff and nail artists are all nice and friendly AND they do a very quality job. Regular price is $ 15.99(!) for a spa pedicure with the full remote control massage chair set up – clean and relaxing. For $ 10 more, you can add a regular manicure. There are other upgrade packages, and they are listed very clearly and honestly on a card that each nail artist carries, and you specify the number of the service package you want. There are never any hidden charges and surprises. They are very honest here.
Additionally, you can get a free 5-​minute shoulder and neck massage while you get your nails done. It’s done by an elderly man who hangs out in the back, and you may have to ask your nail artist for it but it’s definitely one of their regular perks as they have a big sign in front that lets you know. I usually don’t get it but yesterday tried it and thought he did a great job for only five minutes.
I have been to so many mediocre nail salons but this one is outstanding! Even though I don’t live in Encinitas, I always make it a point to come to this nail salon when I am nearby in La Jolla or Del Mar.

My daughter and I like to go here because it is so close to our house and reasonably priced, but the actual experience is not very good. The workers love to talk bad about customers right in front of them, in a different language. They also are often too rough and focus on hurrying you out.
When we went yesterday, there was also a foul smell of fish through the whole salon. Not just fish, but dead– in-​the-​trash-​rotten fish. It ruined our appetite for food after!
You get what you pay for here.

I have decided to update my review because this was a terrible shellac manicure! Started chipping after 4 days on almost every nail… I have never been so upset! Especially since the place wasn’t that cheap! They were quick and had a large selection but I have now had my mani-​pedi for 10ish days and all of my shellac fingers have been chipped and my toes look mediocre at best. I am normal king willing to try various nail salons, I generally think service is about the same, but this was one of the worst lasting services I have ever had, something I cannot respect because I can get my shellac to last three weeks on a normal manicure. If you want high quality this is not the salon to go to!