Polished Nest

Great service, great pedicure and a great price (as long as you get the Early bird special– read up more about it on the website)
I live around the corner and will definitely be coming here all of the time for pedis in the future.

Paid $ 72 for mediocre mani /​pedi including tip. Felt more like a polish change than full service (cuticles were not fully cleaned up and heels are not happy). I’ve received much better services including paraffin wax and massage for $ 38 elsewhere.

What a gem! Can’t believe I’ve been walking past this place for so long without ever trying it. Was looking for a new nail spot to get pedis with my mom and decided to try them out. They did such a meticulous and thorough job with my nails! I don’t think I’ve ever before had anyone spend as much time making sure each and every nail was done perfectly.
I got the early bird mani + pedi special for $ 33 and my mom got the classic pedi for $ 23. Such great prices :)
The ladies doing our nails were just so sweet and friendly and the place itself is super cute and cozy. I wish I could give them 6 stars instead of 5. I don’t get my nails done all that often, but this is definitely my new ‘go-​to’ place!
Thank you for the awesome experience :)

My first time there and I absolutely loved it. Tammy was so nice and I felt so relaxed.

Love coming to this cute spot! Truly cute décor and one of the best Brazilian waxes I’ve ever had. Also, love that there is always parking.

I decided to try polished nest because they were close to work. They were very nice and accommodating none the less. However, I went in 9 days ago to get a gel mani and my nails are already chipping out of control. My middle finger first chipped then of course it broke soon after because it was brittle. The whole point of getting gel is so that I don’t need to get my nails done weekly. Gel mani usually last 3 weeks for me and 9 days is ridiculous especially paying $ 40 before gratuity.

If your «Dream Home» Pinterest board is covered in shabby chic, then this is your place. Relax in an overstuffed floral chair with a warm neck wrap while listening to soft French music (but they really do need to fix their speakers, which are constantly cutting out). I personally prefer a massage chair with a foot spa, but there aren’t many in the area, at least not for this price.
I texted for a lunch time appointment (turned out to be unnecessary, as the place was empty, but I loved the convenience and prompt response) and got the «early bird» express. I didn’t feel like I compromised anything and had a nice relaxing 45 minute manipedi (including dry time) and it even included a brief lotion leg massage.
Unfortunately, it started chipping faster than any manipedi I’ve ever had (even my pedicure started chipping in less than a week). But they were so friendly I’ll give them another try in case it was a fluke.

First time @ Polished. Its a very swanky and chic nail salon. The vibe is Bohemian and the service is great. Rustic furniture, earth tone colors and the unique music played in the background creates a very southern and relaxed environment. Definitely a great place for ladies’ nails, eyebrows, manicure and pedicure. Also, if you check in via Unilocal,you’ll get prompted for a coupon :)

Love them. The express mani + pedi during lunch is so convenient and the quality of mine has always been good. They are all really accommodating to your needs. Once they ran a bit late for my start, so to make sure they still finished in time (it is lunch break), one woman worked on my feet and another on my hands at the same time.
My friend also said the waxing there is great which I plan on trying out soon.

I was forced to go to the only place that had availability last minute for mani and pedi.
There weren’t a lot of people there.
There was some remodeling going on above the salon. So lot of noise and banging.
I asked for express mani and regular pedi and specifically instructed not to touch my cuticles by the lady doing my pedi was obsessed with cutting my cuticles… I had to repeatedly remind her!!!
She barely did any massage or other stuff included in a pedi.
The mani woman forgot to apply top coat since she was so busy texting on her phone the whole time without paying attention to what I needed.
It’s not like there were many people in the salon to begin with.
Nihoo… Don’t want to go back there again when there are so many excellent options right around the corner for me.
Lesson learnt. Plan ahead!

Nice people working here but waaayyy too rushed for what I got. I called to ask for a same-​day appointment, and they said they could take me right now if I came within 15 min, because of another party coming in after. I said sure, got there on time, and requested a gel removal ($ 8?! WHY.) with a regular polish after. Came out to $ 27 which I think is steep for such a rushed job. Wish they were just honest and told me that they couldn’t take me instead of trying so hard to squeeze me in…
Friendly ladies though! Loved the heated neck pillow lolol. I would give this salon a try, but don’t fall for the «can you come in literally right now» if you want a full service.

The good:
–A calm and pleasant environment — cute music and comfy arm chairs.
–Great job on nails — I’ve been complimented every time.
-«Early bird» deal a very reasonable price! Best in the area!
Tip: They don’t have spa chairs — if this is a deal breaker for you, then you’ve been warned. It’s actually quite pleasant — big bowls with hot water and lemon infusion.

Came here for the first time today after seeing great reviews on Unilocal!From a quick search, the prices seemed quite reasonable compared to other salons in the area with their early bird special. Mani & pedi for $ 33 and Brazilian wax for $ 36 if you come between certain times.
I called for a last minute appointment and they were able to squeeze me in half hour later. The shop décor is super cute and feels peaceful without the normal hum drum of a regular nail salon. Almost as if your grandmother invited you in for tea and crumpets kind of vibe :)
The staff was also really friendly and helpful! You can pay by card for services but cash tips are appreciated.
Will definitely be coming back in the future!

This will be my go to nail place for the SOMA area! The people here are great !!! It was my 1^st time and the work and staff definitely exceeded my expectations. Their work place was so chic, welcoming and CLEAN !!! I got a gel man and regular pedi. On my part was I was being really indecisive but they were so willing to help! Glad I came !

I came here with my sister for a express mani/​full pedi. Unfortunately the Unilocal deal only works during certain hours, so be careful to reach it before coming! We made that mistake and only realized once we got there that we couldn’t use it. Either case, it was an extra $ 5 for full price ($ 38 instead of $ 33), so it wasn’t too bad.
They did a pretty good job with painting our nails and were pretty efficient. The two cons were that I wish my massage was slightly longer and that they had more nail polish colors to choose from; I think the selection was pretty limited compared to other places I have been. Still, the french décor/​atmosphere is really cute and we learned this salon is owned by the same person who owns the tea place next door. My sister and I plan to return and get tea afterwards another time. :)
FYI, this place is tiny! I think at max they can only work on 4 people, so I would highly recommend calling before going.

This place must have gone downhill. None of the reviews I read (even by my OWN friends from years ago) and photos on Unilocal matched my impression and expectations when I walked in. Maybe new ownership?
TINY, basic salon with 3 attendants. My girlfriend and I were looking forward to gabbing away while we got mani/​pedis and they started us at different times despite us calling in advance to book joint appointments. This ended with my friend leaving first while I was still getting my nails done because her meter was up and she was then forced to trek alone half a mile in freezing /​windy conditions back to her car.
While we were talking, the technicians decided that they were part of our little gabfest. I would ask my friend a question and the ladies would literally cut her off and answer me. Weird but I tried to make the situation as smooth as possible by not drawing attention to the weirdness. My friend looked pissed and annoyed– and she was!
My friend was trying to pay and put on her sandals with wet nails and the owner/​manager didn’t bother to help her even though she asked. Twice. RUDE!
Located in a yucky part of town. Immediately outside was a homeless encampment. I felt uncomfortable navigating past the tents/​sleeping bags while holding my dress tight against my body due to the high wind factor and not wanting to flaunt body parts to a homeless audience.
Paint job was just «okay». This is why they get an additional star. Yeah, just 2. I’m trying to be fair and objective here, guys. But the technician actually told me it wouldn’t last a week and she was right– after day 2, paint was chipping and cuticles looked snaggly and horrendous. Broken nail that they glued looked absolutely deformed after they «fixed» it. Same thing happened to my friend. We left with deformed nails. Nice.
Overall this salon wasn’t worth the high SF prices. Expected a LOT more for a basic mani/​pedi @$ 43 +tip that is overhyped on their website and on Unilocal.Not the nice atmosphere we expected. Sorry guys, if you’re looking for a nice, relaxing place to hang with a friend and get your nails dolled up, this isn’t it!

This little nail salon is buzzing with business. You’ll need to make a reservation because while they take walk ins, it’s only if there’s no appointments in the near future. If you don’t, you’ll likely leave disappointed.
Came here with a couple of friends while we were looking for a nice, relaxing place to hide out from the heat in the city. We called in advance and made an after brunch reservation then showed up a bit early. Even though they were understaffed, the ladies were very attentive. We enjoyed chatting with them.
A few things I love about this place:
1. It doesn’t seem like a factory. There’s no massage chairs, or fancy schmancy oohs and aah’s everywhere. It’s simple, has comfy chairs, lovely French music, and absolutely relaxing.
2. The ladies don’t speak in another language to each other about you. They are so polite, which I really appreciated.
3. Non pretentious feel. You don’t get the typical San Francisco vibe here (thank gosh!).
4. Great natural light.
They do a fabulous job here. Stop in to get a mani pedi!

Making an appointment via text was easy peasy lemon squeezy!
A cute little home-​y nail salon. Not your typical jetted tubs and massage chairs. The room is filled with cushy pillows, comfy armchairs, and vintage lamps. Such a cute and colorful boutique salon. They bring out a metal bowl of warm water with a beautiful blue hue and some lemon slices. It smelled refreshing! What I also loved was that the salon didn’t smell like nail polish or chemicals AT ALL.
I wish they massaged my legs/​feet more, but I am happy with the end product! I had the polish for over a month until I decided to remove it. There were only 1 – 2 tiny chips when I removed it!
Didn’t get a chance to check out the back room, but based on pics, Polished Nest seems great for a baby or wedding shower.
Traffic and parking in that area is a beezy to deal with though.

Cute place that shares the same building as Dartealing, and you can tell. I love how you can make an appointment via text and that’s what I did a few days prior. The early bird special is only $ 33 for an express mani and pedi. Ladies were nice and not too overly talkative/​nosey like most can be. I had one work on my hand and one on my feet.
They take Square too and it’s fine to tip on card, which I appreciate since some don’t allow or like that. I was in and out in about an hour, and that’s only because I asked for a second coat on my toes because I didn’t like how light it looked after she was done the first time. I got my nails done on Thursday and by Friday night I got a chip on one nail and by the cuticles I think they were lifting a little since when I would run my hands through my hair it would get caught on the polish. Come now Tuesday, they still don’t look that bad despite some chipping. 3.5 rounded up.

This is the most cozy salon I’ve been to that’s not ridiculously overpriced! I’m absolutely in love.
The place
— Very nicely decorated. It feels cozy and stylish at the same time.
The service
— They soak your hands and feet in lemon water before your mani/​pedi which I think is so much better than just warm water or water heavily mixed with products that some other salons opt for.
— Some of the technicians get pretty chatty, but mine was really quiet, which I’m not sure if I prefer. It may have made the experience little less friendly, although I still enjoyed it overall.
— Great color selection and good techniques.
I recommend the pla

Polished Nest is a non-​traditional nail salon. Don’t be shocked when you come through the door and see a cozy cottage-​like space that feels more like your stylish grandma’s living room than a sterile nail clinic. They still get the job done!
I was REALLY pleased with the service, ambiance, and price. They have a killer Unilocal check-​in offer: $ 33 mani/​pedi before 4pm on weekdays. A great excuse to leave the office early for an «important appointment». They don’t have space for more than 2 – 3 technicians to work at a time, so be sure to make an appointment so you’re not turned away.
The «salon» is connected to a tea room, and the décor spills over. There are frilly pillows and loveseats in leiu of the mechanical massage chairs you’ll find elsewhere. There’s a large collection of fashion magazines, and plenty of fresh OPI and Essie colors to tempt you. I found the whole experience really quaint and relaxing. Best of all, my mani/​pedi was top notch. They took their time and made sure all the edges were clean, double-​coat was solid, and I had plenty of time to dry.
There’s a gazillion nail salons in SF, most of them indistinguisable from each other. But Polished Nest stands out! Plus, candy on the check-​out counter. They know what the ladies like!