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Getting your nails done should be an indulgence and Tiptoes Nail Spa understands this. We want to pamper the ladies and gentlemen of San Francisco with unique manicures and pedicures that not only leave your nails looking dazzling but also make you feel rejuvenated. From the minute you walk into this hip and modern San Francisco nail spa, friendly atmosphere and amazing services will change your idea of what a neighborhood spa should be like.

The team prides our self in being the best in every way to serve each client with the highest quality amenities. We offer specialty manicures and pedicures, facials, waxing, and tinting. At Tiptoes you will feel pampered, and receive consistent quality work, while being able to enjoy the amenities and perks of an upscale spa at affordable prices.
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We love discovering new products and accessories to add to our treatments and retail center. We have skin care, chocolates, jewelry, wallets, clutches, scarves, flip flops and many other knick-knacks we have discovered here and there. We also have an art gallery wall filled with paintings of all sorts available for purchase.
Mani/Pedi- This classic treatment includes nail/cuticle care, foot soak and warm lotion massage. Gel Mani/Pedi - Gel Manicure/Pedicures that last for two solid weeks without chipping and doesn't requires any dry time seems downright miraculous. The color is painted on and then "cured" underneath a LED light.
Host a party at Tiptoes for your next event. Bridal party, baby shower, office party, or just a group outing, we can accommodate your party needs. Relax and let us pamper you and your guests. Princess parties also available for children 12 years old and under. Choose between our Non-private party and Private party package deals.
Reviews (26)
Tg
Tg
Jan 03, 2022
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Clean place and the manicurist was great! I was not too fond of the front desk lady. I observed she wasn’t very nice to walk-ins. She wasn’t very friendly when I had tried to book my appointment as well.
Sara K.
Sara K.
Dec 30, 2021
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The main reason i give them 2 stars is because they are friendly and they provide good service. First time I went there I was very happy with the results however the second time was awful. I did manicure gel for my hand and started to peel off in lease then a week. I think the regular nail polish would stay more. My pedicure was regular nail polish although it was better compare to my hand but started peel off at the corner as well. When I get my nails done at home without any base coat or top coat they stay longer!!
Jenna M.
Jenna M.
Nov 29, 2021
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Unorganized, I went there and the new front desk person was just confused didn’t know what to do. Nail ladies were so entitled saying “ I don’t do designs.” I had to return home without getting anything done. So frustrating.
Dominique B.
Dominique B.
Oct 23, 2021
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I went to lunch at a Roman place next to this establishment. I had no idea it was there. After having lunch a decided to stroll in here for a pedi . Luckily for me their 12pm was a no call no show so I was easily accommodated . Wonderful service.... Beautiful staff and decor... very clean as well. My own problem was I should've gotten gel pedi .... I messed up my paint due to it still being wet. It's okay. Next time I will pay for gel .

Anyways, sense I enjoy my time here I decided to schedule a mani pedi for my 8 year old . Wonderful experience. We will be back soon.
Thank you so
Alma H.
Alma H.
Sep 21, 2021
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Have been going to this place for six years now & I love it. Easy to get in, clean, and most importantly the technicians are so thorough & gentle. My nails last much longer than from any other place. Also they play a movie so it’s nice to zone out & relax.
Tiffany S.
Tiffany S.
Jun 25, 2021
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Tiptoes is not my regular nail salons but I had to kill some time in the area. They do a really great job but is a LOT more expensive than other local nail salons, in my opinion (likely due to higher rent prices in the mission?).

For a regular pedi, gel mani, it cost $80 before tip. Head to the Inner Sunset and the same service will cost $50-60.

That being said, I'm happy with how my nails turned out. But I was shocked by the price.
Prabha D.
Prabha D.
May 27, 2021
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I've been going here for the past year but recently the woman at the front desk has been rude and I won't be coming back. I had an appointment scheduled for 12:00. Received a missed call from them at 11:18 with a voicemail with only two words on it. I show up to my appointment and am told they moved it to 12:30 but she thought she could squeeze me in earlier. I ended up waiting 20 min only to be told they could only do my nails at 12:30. I had to leave because I had another commitment- which is very frustrating as I waited for nothing. On my way out I asked to please be given a heads
Aisha Higgins
Aisha Higgins
Mar 15, 2021
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They do good nails. They are not open on Mondays. I love the lady who does the pedicure she's so sweet.
Tara George Tara Lee
Tara George Tara Lee
Oct 04, 2020
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I was way overdue for a mani/pedi due to the Corona virus and all the closures, and I was very pleased with the service at this salon! My technician did a great job on my badly needed pedicure and my manicure still looks great after a week of sanitizing, cleaning, and dishes! The salon was modern and clean and had a nice selection of polishes and services that they provide at reasonable prices. The employees appeared to be very careful about sanitation and sterilization. I would definetly recommend this salon and return for more service
Sofia P.
Sofia P.
Sep 24, 2020
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Way too expensive for average (if that) results . I spent $60 ($70 including tip) for a regular mani and pedi . I've never had to spent that much in my life. I still have skin left on the bottom of my feet , and the lines of my mani on my cuticle is left unstraight. It was hot as hell inside too. I should of just bought nail polish and done it at home , instead of paying $3 per finger nail .
Leila Mehr
Leila Mehr
Jan 30, 2020
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I have no idea how these guys are getting five stars. Their place is dirty and the staff are nasty! Their work also sucks!! They file the nails sooo much before putting the polish on your nails become sooo thin that they break so easily! They don’t even bother using hand files! They use electric ones!! If you ask them not to, they simply ignore you!! I asked them to make my nails even and this is how they did it! Also two of my nails look bumpy like there is extra nail polish on them after putting on the polish! Oh by the way, the gel polish came off even after all the brutal filling they did
Angela T.
Angela T.
Jan 09, 2020
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I've been here twice, and both times I've been disappointed.

I went in last week thinking I'd give this place a second chance since it's so close to me, but was sadly disappointed again.

The good:
+ Able to get a same day appointment
+ Clean
+ Fast

The not as good:
- The nail technician tried to talk me out my color (which I don't mind someone mentioning), but after thinking about it for a while and deciding to keep it, she kept persisting that it wouldn't be good..
- She cut me. At least half the length of my thumb cuticle was bleeding. She poured some powder
T. S.
T. S.
Jan 05, 2020
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I was able to walk in and be seen right away for a gel manicure. Their nail stations are a bit weird as they are these large contraptions that you have to climb up onto. I saw an older women and her mother struggle a bit to get situated. Other than that I feel that they did a good job on my manicure. It ja tad expensive and I forgot to unlock my Yelp offer which would have give me 20% off, don't forget to do that if it's your first visit!
Inga W.
Inga W.
Nov 25, 2019
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I gave it some time before writing this but decided to do it anyway. While a part of me feels bad about writing this, another part of me does not. If I was a business owner, I would want to know about these types of situations because that's how you can lose customers.

This review is for the receptionist and how she handled an issue, not for the staff. The women doing the nails are all great, the place is clean, they are always on time and I have had great experiences here.

I don't know her name, but she is a heavier set African American woman that started to work the front of the
Nancy Y.
Nancy Y.
Nov 02, 2019
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I decided to get my nails done here through ClassPass. Service was great except that they could have scrubbed a bit longer. The nail tech scrubbed my heels for 15 seconds and that was it. Chrin was very easy. However, my nails chipped badly the next day. I didn't do anything different or wasn't being rough. Not what I expected from my manicure.
Tess C.
Tess C.
Oct 04, 2019
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So clean - I'm such a stickler for cleanliness. Walked in for a manicure and luckily it wasn't too busy. Lots of polish options. I wanted an eyebrow waxing as well but the esthetician wasn't in. I guess that's what I get for not calling ahead. Seemed like a great manicure - was satisfied when I left but a little bit of gel was stuck between my nail and skin which chipped later :(
Holly B.
Holly B.
Sep 04, 2019
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Fast forward to 2019....I've been going to Tiptoes for 8 years. Not every month but often enough. The owner, Howard, is a super nice guy. Today I have to say I was really disappointed. I was, LITERALLY, the only customer there. I had a mani/pedi special (great deal) but the 2 gals who worked on me made me feel like they were trying to set the land speed record in the category of mani/pedi. They were both rough with my hands and feet and the pedi gal kept bending my toe in a way that was quite painful even tho I asked her NOT to do that.

Hey, slow down, make your client feel pampered. If
Tina L.
Tina L.
Aug 12, 2019
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This place is nice but not enough for the cost.

$47 for gel manicure and removal
$44 for a pedi plus

My pedicure was really lacking. I mean it was fine but there was nothing plus about it besides a paraffin wax which was nice, but a pedi usually cost $25 and maybe $10 extra for the wax?

The manicure was aggressive subpar. I asked for almond and she said my nails were too short: my nails were so long!!!!! So then I settled for round. I have to ask her to correct them so many times. They ended up below par. Photos below.

Also I am very particular about not putting my hand under the light more
Cal C.
Cal C.
Jul 30, 2019
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Came here to get my gel manicure removed. For $10, I guess I can't complain too much.

The place seemed clean and was surprisingly busy for early afternoon. Luckily I was able to get serviced right away as a walk-in.

Couldn't use the 20% first visit Yelp discount - the woman said it only applies to mani/pedis. It would be good to clarify that on Yelp.

Nail cutting wasn't straight or consistent across nails. Thus 4 stars instead of 5 stars.
Lucy Z.
Lucy Z.
Jul 01, 2019
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Cute place for a nail spa in the city. Clean and professional services upon check-in and out. Staff is friendly and polite. I found a deal on Groupon for a Pedicure Plus option, which includes nail cut/trim, warm lotion massage, paraffin wax treatment, and polish application. I have not been pampered before so I opted for the French Tips (additional $8). My first experience went well and I enjoyed my visit. Very likely to return in the near future. (:
Marisa S.
Marisa S.
May 10, 2019
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I have been to Tiptoes about 10 separate times over the past year and a half. Honestly, each time I go the price creeps up and the quality seems to be suffering. Previously, I felt like the price premium was justified given the quality of services and convenience relative to my work (5 minute walk), but that no longer seems to be true.

Today i had gel removal (on 5 finger nails) and a gel manicure. The total cost before tip was $48....

*WHAT?!?* I genuinely thought this was my friends total for her gel pedi.

The quality was shotty as well - there is still residue from the gel on my fingers.
Alisa C.
Alisa C.
Apr 09, 2019
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The owner saw my review over the weekend and just called to extend their warranty to me (a re-do of my mani). He was really kind about it. I'll give them 4 stars for trying to make it right so quick and will update here if I end up visiting again.
Lulu K.
Lulu K.
Mar 12, 2019
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I had Julie for a gel pedi and it was amazing. Their setup is chic (although they don't have massage chairs. It was still nice). They have a lot of gel colors to choose from. I remember reading on Yelp that some people thought they need more colors but I literally felt like they had every hue you could want!
I got a chamomile tea which was very relaxing and overall I was very pleased.
I will be coming back :)
T. J.
T. J.
Dec 30, 2018
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Came to this nail salon because I had an event to go to and this was one of the few places that would take a last minute appointment request. After looking at the reviews on Yelp, I figured that this place was good and would be able to give me a great mani/pedi for a reasonable cost. I was wrong on both counts.

When I first walked into the salon, I was greeted by the receptionist. She promptly led me over to the chair that I would be getting my nails done where two women were waiting for me. This alone was a little....odd to say the least as I'd never had two different women working on me
Sarah Krotz
Sarah Krotz
Sep 19, 2018
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This was my second time here with my boyfriend. We enjoyed it last June so we decided to go back even though it's a little on the expensive side. We won't be returning as both our toe nails and some of my finger nails were trimmed in such a way to be painful like ingrown nails were working the following days and for some nails still almost two weeks later. My gel manicure lasted 1.5 weeks before starting to lift from edges so I was happy with that and impressed with the color choices for both regular and gel but for $70+ for a pedicure and gel manicure, I expect to have an experience that doesn
Katherine Moran
Katherine Moran
Jul 14, 2018
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A group of us got our nails done before a friend's wedding. We were able to reserve the whole salon for an up charge, which ended up being worth it. We were able to bring snacks and drinks and use their bar area. The staff was friendly and helpful. They didn't try to hurry through services and rush us out the door. I had a great gel manicure and neck and shoulder massage. Since none of us had ever been to this salon (most of us weren't from SF) we were so pleasantly surprised that it turned out to be great!