Angels Nail & Spa

Professional, hygienic, accommodating. Very sweet employees. The shop is very clean, tastefully decorated, clean massage chairs and very nice bathroom. They have a whole wall of nail polishes, and six chairs, including a back area with nail stations. They watch the clock to make sure the massage is five minutes per side. Ive been here many times and haven’t been disappointed. Really scored finding this place!

I got my nails done about 2 days ago and they already almost all chipped. The polish was very thin and watered down. I went in and asked if they could touch them up since they chipped so quickly after but they said they I would have to pay to get another manicure. After only 2 days of paying for one! It was a waste of money. They aren’t very kind there either. I don’t recommend going there at all.

Since moving to SB I’ve had a difficult time finding a nail salon that is clean but not also outrageously overpriced. I would say that this place is a happy medium! While slightly cheaper than some of the other salons around here, it definitely isn’t «dirty» like some of the other reviews have said. If you are looking for pristine, luxurious conditions, you will not be satisfied here. However, if you want a clean, nice mani/​pedi — it’s great! I love my pedicure and my technician gave me the longest leg and foot massage I’ve ever had!

I walked 20 minutes to this salon during their business hours only to be greeted by a paper sign on the inside of the door saying that they had decided to close for the day… Not excited.

Tan, Khanh and Ryan are wonderful. So sweet and very funny. I dont often get mani pedis, but when I do I only come here. Anytime I have some «treatyoself» money I head right over. Great prices. Great people!

I love this place! Its the only nail salon in SB that I use. They are always super efficient and I can be in and out in about 30 minutes with a gel manicure that lasts for 2 – 3 weeks. They are friendly and chatty if you want to talk or they will just let you relax and watch TV after a long day if that is what you are in the mood for. I usually decide spur of the moment that I want to get my nails done so I have walked in here without an appointment many times and have never had to wait long.

I use Unilocal regularly to find the best nail salons in any neighborhood I am in; I saw that Angels Nail & Spa had 4 and a half stars so I decided to try it. Nope, never again.
The salon itself is quite dirty and not in a very good neighborhood even though it is on State street.
So I walk in (without making an appointment), and this lady with a shit ton of makeup, rudely tells me to sit down after I repeatedly said I would like a gel mani pedi. She filled up the foot tub that had a plastic bag in it with cold water and I even told her it was too cold (she didn’t give two flying f*cks), and she just walked to the back room while the water was overfilling!
Another lady quickly ran to my station and switched the water off but it was ice cold so she had to throw the bag of water out and start again.
After my french gel nails were done and the foot water was drained, the lady with a shit ton of pimples looked straight at me and squeezed the giant zit on her neck into the foot pan. I saw it spew out and she just giggled. Disgusting!!!
$ 110 for gel mani pedi? I told the lady I would pay with a credit card and she awkwardly tried to ask if I can add MORE money as a tip in my card before realizing I was going to tip with cash.
They were crowded at their register and repeatedly yelled «cheap» and laughed after I only added a %15 tip. LOL that is insane service.
— THE STAFF
The girl that wears a shit ton of makeup was rude as hell and couldn’t comprehend most nail terms I asked for. I mean really, how hard is it to understand what a gel french mani pedi was? Isn’t that your job?
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Don’t go here it’s comical, and not worth anyone’s time.

Love this place! Stopped in for a quick gel mani and pedi today. Staff is super friendly and the facility is very clean. Loved the classical music playing. A nice way to treat myself! Thanks, Angels staff!

This place was very clean professional and staff was very nice! I went in first thing in the morning and it got busy quickly. I got a mani pedi in about 40 mins!

Went here while in town for a girls weekend with my two roommates from college. I received a pedicure, my roommates asked for manicures. The prices were reasonable and the length of time we were in and out was GREAT!
Amazing service — very clean and extremely friendly staff. A little gem in the heart of Santa Barbara. Would recommond stopping here if you are visiting or are a local and need your nails done!

It’s crazy, I know: I’m in my late 20’s and, until last month, I had never had a manicure or a pedicure. But, with my wedding coming up, it seemed like the perfect time to start. I asked my closest friends for suggestions and ultimately decided upon my wedding planner’s recommendation for Angels Nail and Spa.
I had an appointment for Thursday morning, but it didn’t matter. Angels wasn’t busy when I arrived and, appointment or not, I was immediately greeted and directed over to the selection of polishes so that I could select a color. I chose a traditional French manicure (gel) and a purple that perfectly matched my bridesmaid dresses for my pedicure.
I was a little apprehensive about getting my first ever mani-​pedi and wasn’t sure exactly what to do, so I simply told the Angels staff that it was my first time. They were very understanding (if perhaps a little surprised or excited) and made me feel at ease throughout the process. As it was mostly slow and there were several staff available, one woman worked on my manicure while another did my pedicure. Neither of them talked much, which was perfect for me (though I will probably bring a book or magazine next time), but they were careful to check in after each step and make sure that I liked the progress (I did!).
Everything was perfectly clean and hygienic and the massage chairs were very comfortable. The woman doing my manicure was also careful to come around to each side as she switched from my left hand to right, so that I did not have to reach over.
The price ($ 40 for gel French manicure; $ 25 for pedicure) was a little higher than I had anticipated, but well worth it. My nails were not only perfect for my wedding that Saturday, but they also remained intact for nearly 2 weeks afterward. I will definitely be back.

Very satisfied customer!
I have been going to the same nail salon for 19 years and they are slacking! I havent felt like they were making an effort in a while. I saw the good reviews for this place and gave it a try.
The woman who did my pedi took her time and massaged my feet & legs for 15 mins. The shop is super clean and sanitary! Prices are competitive.
I will be going back for sure!

Awesome nail place– the employees definitely know how to paint nails. Came here with my boyfriend to get mani-​pedis. Chairs were great, and the place is very clean.
I only give it 4 stars because when they were cutting my nails, they put all the excess nail and cuticle «shavings» into my foot spa. I just thought it was a little gross, but I guess it’s like a bath– you’re basically soaking in your own filth. Also, if people aren’t going to put nail polish on their hands and toes, I don’t think nail salons should charge the same price for those who get nail polish and those who don’t (like my boyfriend).
Other than that, great place.

NOT GOOD!
I went here as part of a bridal party prep day. I showed up 15min early and they were busy so I was hopeful. The place is a tiny little hole in the wall type of place (4 chairs wide), but I’ve never let that stop me before and have received amazing manicures and pedicures from places like that. I asked for a mani pedi with acrylics. THEY DON’T DO ACRYLICS HERE! First time I’ve ever heard of that from a nail salon. Q
Because I was part of the bridal party, I stayed to have a pedicure done with the rest of the party. The foot/​calf massage… wasn’t. She just rubbed lotion on my legs. I had to ask her to trim my nails better too, and she even cut me! After all that I was anxious to just get out and go somewhere else to get my nails done. They took 20 minutes to take my payment, and it was still $ 33! SO expensive! And terrible! I live in LA and most pedicures cost $ 20 – 30, $ 35 – 45 for the REALLY nice extra service ones. I should have made a fuss, but the last thing I wanted to do was cause commotion on the brides day. The service at BEST was mediocre, so I simply had to write a review. Don’t waste your time here.
Went to Nu nails down the street. Waiting to get seen, so far… much better.

I went early on a Monday morning and it was already pretty busy… I’m guessing graduation events? I got a mani and a pedi. The woman who did my nails was new, she had only been at the salon for 6 mos. She was nice, but I didn’t like a few things:
— I accidentally smeared my nail and she just «touched» it up (it didn’t exactly match)
— I asked for a soft square but the shape on some of my nails were lop-​sided.
— No one checked on me as I was waiting for the nails to dry.
— Sort of on the pricey side: $ 40 for both.
But it wasn’t all bad:
— Lots of street parking
— Takes credit cards, (cannot take tip on the card).
All in all, it worked out in a pinch, but for that price, I might as well have gone to Aqua.

Went here for a mani/​pedi the for my college graduation… love love love them! They give you a decently long leg/​arm massage and the quality of the paint job is very well done! Stayed intact for 4 days without chipping. Highly recommend them!

This place is great! It’s run by a bunch of Vietnamese people who are very skilled at what they do. The girl who did my nails had only started working there a few months ago, but she could have fooled me. She was very nice and we had a good conversation. It was funny because she started the conversation by asking me, «You Chinese?» just as every other Vietnamese nail salon has.
Went on a Thursday afternoon with no appointment, but I’d recommend booking one because they were packed.
I got a French mani -$ 20 pretty cheap for SB.
Orly for the tip, didn’t pay attention to what the pink was, and seche vite top coat. Lasted a little over a week!

I stopped by Angels the other day to get a gel mani that was long over due! I walked in without an appointment and was seated about 5 minutes later. My nail tech was super nice & friendly. I got a French gel manicure for $ 40. It was a a little pricey for my taste but the massage at the end made it worth it! I live just a block away so it’s super convenient.
*update*
So a couple days after my manicure I wore some new black jeans and they ended up staining my white tip. I went back yesterday to see if they could fix it and Teean went over them with such a positive attitude. I think I have found my permanent nail salon! They look fab!

I’m from out of town and was looking for a pampering weekend in SB on a budget. We originally were going to One Carat but the place was booked which steered us to Angels (just as good reviews and cheaper!)
Not very fancy but the service is phenomenal and they have more than enough workers to get you in and out quickly. I had a gel mani and regular pedi and which was done simultaneously by two workers. I know some may not like that but I prefer it (otherwise you can end up being at a salon forever!) Ryan did my manicure and he was gentle and meticulous. He even redid some of the nail art because he felt it was not perfect enough (even though I thought it was fine). The price is right, the massage chairs feel great, and feet/​hand massages plus hot towels are included. Many of the customers were regulars and Ryan explained that they have been open for five years and much of the clientele have become like family. If I lived in SB I would definitely make this my go to.

I think I found my nail spot in SB. (Thanks to Unilocal). I was totally set on getting a french gel manicure.
I came to SB bright and early. Parked. Went to Daily Grind. Sipped on my awesome Hazelnut latte as I walked over to Angel Nails. They opened at 9, and I was there at 9:04 as a walk-​in. They took me immediately. Super friendly service too.
So Yuum was my nail tech. She was sweet, friendly, and oh-​so meticulous! She made sure I loved my nails every step of the way. They ended up perfect. I was curious about glitter and rhinestones, Yuum was more than happy to let me try the styles (which I didn’t like). But hey, she was patient! Which is totally rare quality in nail salons these days.
ANOTHER HUGE PLUS– THE TECHS DONT GOSSIP IN MANDARIN IN FRONT OF YOU! That is the first time i experienced no awkward feelings in a nail salon. Totally awesome!
A bit expensive but worth every dime. They have pedicures for $ 25 (shellac pedi for $ 50, which I heard isn’t widely available but great for vay-​cay).
I also talked to two other fabulous clients during my time there. One was getting a gel mani next to me. She was totally happy with her experience BECAUSE THE TECHS UNDERSTAND YOUR NAIL DESIRES. Another lady was getting a gel mani/​pedi, said she had been coming here for 6 months and it’s the best.
There you go. 3 reviews in one and a million reasons to love it. Get your butt over there pronto. (Maybe make an appt if you’re not too impulsive like me :))