Hello Birdie Nail & Lash Lab

Nail salon · San Diego

Hello Birdie Nail & Lash Lab

Nail salon · San Diego

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3032 University Ave, San Diego, CA 92104

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Boutique nail & lash salon offering artful manicures, pedicures, and extensions  

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"Step away from the traditional stark white salon and step in to this boutique nail & lash salon. Make an appointment with one of their artists for a nice, quiet, and relaxing time in the salon." - Grizzly

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"Hello Birdie, North Park by Grizzly. Step away from the traditional stark white salon and step in to this boutique nail & lash salon. Make an appointment with one of their artists for a nice, quiet, and relaxing time in the salon."

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Wyvona Barrett

Google
They do nail art as part of a pedicure. I've been looking for years for a place that would do nail art on your toes, and they do it. Koky was fantastic! However, I've heard from a long-time customer that everyone there Is amazing. I made my next appointment before I left.

Akoni

Google
The salon is always clean and sanitary. They don’t use the built in soaking tubs for pedicures, so you always get a clean new tub for your pedicures. Nail tools are also autoclaved and taken out of their sealed packaging. Nail techs are friendly, talented, and great individuals.

Myna

Google
Great service! The ladies are always so friendly. We had 3 of us getting our nails done, would have had 4, but the manicurist called out sick, Hope she feels better soon. Amanda was so help informing me about the sick manicurist in plenty of time. Other than that, service and cleanliness is great. My two daughters and I really enjoy the friendliness and professionalism at Hello Birdie. They are also so accommodating, they schedule our appointments together. Our nails always look fantastic! My daughters, on occasion will get nail art. They do an awesome job. The salon is very clean and the instruments they use are clean. We also enjoy chatting with the ladies. They are so friendly. We love the way our nails look when we walk out of there.

Sarah Bruce

Google
High quality service on both my visits. Koky applied the beautiful nails that are pictured, which got many compliments. Destiny performed my pedicure, and it was just as lovely. I was sad when it was time to return home and had to have Koky remove the nails, which she did efficiently. Everyone here was friendly, including Amanda at the front desk who helped me check in.

Confetti Darling

Google
The best nail salon in San Diego. I love the atmosphere / decor here. The staff is very kind and attentive, beverages offered upon arrival. The chairs are vey comfy. Claire is the best nail technician I've ever met, she has amazing nail art and tons of attention to detail. I have also had my lash extensions done here and they were great, lasted a very long time and were done meticulously / to perfection.

Adrienne Donahue

Google
I had an amazing experience with April. I appreciated the thoroughness of the business with taking precautions so that their clients are safe. It was very clean and cute inside! April did an amazing job and took her time to make sure that my nails looked amazing. She is very easy to talk to as well! I am very happy with the final look and my overall experience at Hello Birdie.

Makala

Google
Carla did an absolute amazing job. This is both my mom and I's favorite place to go to get our nail art done. Although they only work on natural nails, they do allow you to come in with acrylics as long as it's just the acrylics (no color polish). The staff is ALWAYS super friendly and helpful as well as welcoming. They're the best place to go in my opinion.

Meg Sicola

Google
Absolutely love this nail salon. Next-door you can get your hair done, and in here it is personal and comfortable, they ask you upon entering if you would like any kind of refreshment including wine, bubbly, or Boochcraft!
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Rhiza D.

Yelp
Great place for a LUXURY nail salon (at luxury prices). I am going to consider this place the most luxury nail salon in San Diego (that's not a full on spa). They truly care about the health of your nails. If you're tired of being rushed or the hustle and bustle of a busy nail salon - this is a great place. I almost fell asleep during my service. They are gentle with removing polish and have great sanitation practices. I went back to try a different service - this is my first time trying structured gel polish! I chose a light color and an iridescent top coat - which turned out so cute! My nail artist, Destiny did an amazing job. She was meticulous with my nails qnd provided excellent service + hand massage (my favorite). I usually do dip nails, which this salon does not do. It was nice to have another option that still gives me a bit of a sticker stronger nail than regular polish or regular gel. Just to warn you, it kinda burns a little with the LED or UV lamp (was unsure what) so if you're sensitive to that just be mindful. I don't recommend this place for regular polish on hands unless it's a clear or sheer coat but recommend this place for all other services. They also do lashes!
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Alice B.

Yelp
Had a lovely polish-only manicure with Destiny last week, who was super sweet and professional. Also good to see that Birdie is still a clean and cute place to come and get your nails done in San Diego.
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hannah c.

Yelp
Most expensive, disappointing pedicure I've ever had. Footlogix pedicure (which is just one spray they put on your feet) over $100 with tip and previous gel removal. Chairs are not comfortable, it wasn't long or relaxing, didn't do enough cuticle work to even paint a straight line for the gel polish. Studio is cute enough but also signs of wear, vinyl peeling from chairs. The woman who did it was nice but the only fix was to sit through another hour and 15 minute pedicure which wasn't an option for me.
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Nasim R.

Yelp
Had a gift card from this place and decided to give it a try. There was no appointment available so I put myself on the waitlist. But luckily got a call and was able to fit me in on Saturday at 5 pm. The salon is cute and clean. My 2 nail technicians were super nice, however I was not happy with how my manicure turned out. I was the last appointment and didnt want to tell her to remove and redo but I am not sure why nail polish is not applied to all of the nail bed. My nail-polish looks like its 2-3 days old. In the beginning there is a card that they make you fill out asking what you are expecting which I thought was thoughtful. Maybe paying more attention to that would be great. My pedicure looks good, I had the deluxe and got a nice massage. I could have asked to redo my nails when my manicurist asked if I am happy with it, but it was 5:50 pm and they closed at 6 and I had to be somewhere too. The picture below was taken when I got to my car.
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Jason S.

Yelp
The place is nice and I almost was going to make this my go to spot. The price is on the higher end compared to local competitors, but I figured if it's dope it's worth it! My nail tech was nice and had some amazing art skills drawing smiley faces on my nails. They looked great when I left. Unfortunately my gel polish fell off my fingernails within a few weeks. (I know that sounds reasonable but it's something I've never experienced at the other 3 salons I go to. (Kensington nails, Leo, and Kim's nails). I have been getting my nails done at those 3 other spots for years and usually the nails start to grow out but gel stays put until my next appointment. (I go once a month) I imagine the polish or gel they use isn't as strong? Unusual that out of 36+ manicures this is the only place I've had this issue so I won't be returning. hate to leave a bad review but just being honest! Hopefully whoever's reading this has a better experience or lower expectations.
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Diana M.

Yelp
After getting disappointing nail art at another nail place, I gave this one a try based on the good reviews. I definitely recommend this place and I love that they can do nail art on your natural nails. I personally don't like fake nails because I feel like they get in the way, but some places make you get fake nails before doing artwork. I'm happy this place does nail art on your own nails. (I saw someone getting nails put on so that's available too, if you prefer longer nails.) The people working here put a lot of attention to detail and hard work into your designs. I went with Alexandria, "Alex." Alex listened to what I wanted and took the time to see my reference pictures to ensure I got what I envisioned. I was very impressed that Alex painted all of the art without any stencils. I would come back and recommend this place, and Alex's nail art, to others.
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Emmy M.

Yelp
Unfortunately this place is just very mid. It's super expensive and the polish selection is pretty terrible. They don't have any cats eye polish and insist they can custom mix colors for you instead but that was a big fail. The gel application was very watery and uneven I think maybe they've been watering down the nail polish to make it last longer?? Bubbles were everywhere as well. Overall I've had better nails from the cheapy places. Not worth the price at all, sorry this place is just such a big miss for me even though the techs were nice and it's very cute, the outcome is just nothing special. They do a 7 day fix but they're closed two days a week and won't extend it to 8 days to accommodate the days they are closed.

Lindsay S.

Yelp
I've never had such great service and communication with my nail tech as I did at Birdie's. I was consulted every step of the way and my nail tech was soooooo thorough, meticulously applying polish and art ensuring everything was perfect. Hello Birdie's is definitely on the higher end but you get what you pay for. If you just want a basic manicure you could go other places but Birdie's really eats on the custom nails.
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Nell C.

Yelp
Very lovely nail salon and take covid seriously. I have been here twice and the nail artists are great and do a wonderful job! Thank you! The gel manicure stays on well and lasts over 4 weeks. Tips need gel as well to prevent peeling at the tips.
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Wendy G.

Yelp
This review is for Destiny. I was a first-time customer at Hello Birdie & had never had a mani/pedi before and was admittedly a little nervous as well as anxious since this was my first experience in doing so. Destiny gave me the Paradise mani/pedi and I had told her that I was a little anxious as I had never had my nails done professionally before. She told me that I would be fine + that I was going to have a very relaxing experience and she was right about that! She took her time (wasn't rushed) and I noticed that she paid good attention to detail in her work. She also asked me every now and then during the process if I was okay and this reassured me that she had kept in mind my anxiety concerns. Overall the entire experience was extremely relaxing and not only did the condition of my nails improve (I had dry, peeling fingernails and the cuticle oil worked wonders!), even my hands were noticeably softer too (could be due to the hand scrub.) I didn't get gel polish, I requested regular polish yet the polish used on me lasted a very long time afterward. Overall I had a wonderful experience and I cannot recommend Destiny enough! :) I am already looking forward to my next mani/pedi relaxing session!
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Heike B.

Yelp
This place is cute, but the girl who did my pedicure cut me while doing the cuticles and didn't even apologize when it happened. I find the chairs pretty uncomfortable and it is definitely overpriced for the service you receive.

Sofia M.

Yelp
Amazing QUALITY work by talented humans, so worth every penny! Lash and nail services are both phenomenal.

Nancy L.

Yelp
I was in SD visiting and have not had my nails done since last December. Because where I'm from if you have an appointment they don't respect it and still make you wait forever, aren't clean and when you show them what you want it's nowhere near what you get. I was nervous going in but so happy I took the chance. I had Alex and she was very sweet, I was undecided on what I wanted and she was helpful. This place is adorable, super clean and very talented. I got gel extensions which I've been wanting to try and just am so obsessed with my nails. It is pricey but I understand why, they really take their time and are meticulous.. bottom line you get what you pay for!
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Rebecca Y.

Yelp
Love love love Hello Birdie! I've been here three times and all three times have had the best experiences. Everyone is really polite, professional, and skilled! First time I got flowers from Ashley. Second time I got the blue marble with gold foil from Nyah. And Third time I got negative space flowers from Tomoka. They all did an incredible job! Love my nails and would highly recommend to everyone! Gel manicures start at $40, and nail art is an additional $5-$20 depending on the complexity. They also last a LONG time (I usually take them off after a month but they're still in pristine condition when I do). After the manicure, they also do a hand massage which feels great. Such a fun and relaxing way to do some self-care.
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Danielle D.

Yelp
Honestly, probably one of the top 3 pedicures I've had in SD. She was thoughtful and diligent, friendly and professional. Thoroughly removed all the dead skin and made me feel NEW again! I'll definitely be back!
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Jen L.

Yelp
Got my nails done by Alina and I truly loved my gel manicure! She was super friendly and made the appointment go by so fast! The salon is very well kept and I really love how cautious they are with the safety of their clients. You must wear a mask or show proof of vaccination which I appreciated. I would def come back here again!

Erica F.

Yelp
Had the delux pedicure ($56). Pros: Great paint job- she was careful to remove all the excess polish and made sure the polish was even She did a great job making sure the nails were all shaped and cleaned. Cons: No massage chair- just a regular chair that I kept slipping down. Bowl of warm water was carried out and was pretty cold after the first 5 minutes. If you love a good soak, this place is not for you! The water barely covered the top of my feet. I did the delux pedicure for the added scrub, but the scrub wasn't very gritty and felt like a waste of time. After experiences at other salons, I was expecting a leg scrub/massage as well but she didn't touch my legs, that's fine. Obviously my heels look about the same as they did when I walked in. Dry, cracked. I would suggest upgrading the scrub to a better quality and using a pumice stone instead of the stick they rubbed on my feet. I'm from Tennessee so I wouldn't be coming back anyway, but I also wouldn't recommend this place if asked. It was fine, nothing exceptional.
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Ellen K.

Yelp
The most expensive mani and pedi I have ever paid for and the quality was absolutely trash. I got "deluxe" for the extra scrub and my feet still look like I just got back from hiking for 7 days. I could have done a better job myself in flamingo pose in the shower but was hoping for a relaxing experience instead. Nope. The chair is just a standard chair and the foot soak takes place in what looks like a crab boiling pot. They have you twisted and turned to do both at once to save time but was super uncomfortable. My nails chipped the very next day and the gel starting lifting off my nails within 4 days. For $131 before tip, you'd think you'd get better quality. I asked for a refund and they said they only do fixes ‍
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Kimberly M.

Yelp
Good but very very slow . My pedicure took an hour and my toes were not THAT bad off!!
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Cameron B.

Yelp
This is hands down, my favorite salon in San Diego! I feel like with most things in life, you get what it pay for--and especially when it comes to beauty, paying a little more is usually worth it in the end. Pay the little bit extra and come to this salon; the all-women team is fabulous and make you feel very comfortable and most importantly, they're all amazing at their job! I've gone to Alina and Ashley now and love them both. Just book an appointment already!
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Y.J N.

Yelp
I hate to write this review. It's such a cute salon and I think they have all the best intentions to provide a safe and serene experience. I was heading out to a trip and wanted to treat myself to a nice manicure since it's been so long. This is by far the most expensive manicure and pedicure I've ever paid for and I always examine the work a day after. Nail shape was uneven which I could live with but what really made me upset was how my cuticle looked only a day after! This is unacceptable for a $90 mani/pedi! No oil sealant and I couldn't alleviate them with lotion and my cuticles looked terrible my entire trip. If I knew this was the quality I was going to be receiving then I would've just went to my normal salon. Sadly, I won't come back.
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Eden V.

Yelp
I don't recommend getting pedicure here. I have to cut and even out my nails when I got home. Nothing I can do about the gel polish. Not what I expected for $63.
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Christina V.

Yelp
I strayed from all that I knew. I had been going to another salon in Mission Hills. I didn't hate it. They did a good job, but the last time I was in they seemed rushed and my gel manicure lasted less than a week (!!!), not to mention Fox News playing on the tv. Not my cup of tea. So I strayed from the path. I tried somewhere new. And holy. heck. Let's start with the basics: 1. No, there are no massage chairs (but be realistic, after that first round of massages, do you ever restart it? And for short and petite people, I hardly felt much of the massage anyway). 2. Yes, it's a bit more expensive (not anything to write home about, though). 3. No, they don't do acrylics or extensions (I am unaffected by this, but some people want that). 4. Yes, you should believe the hype/other reviewers. The girls that did my nails (gel mani with art and regular pedi) were bright, bubbly, and super easy to talk to. The place has *epic* people watching. But I'm getting ahead of myself. Making an appointment was easy, and they do take walk-ins. I was welcomed and checked in quickly and offered a variety of beverages. I was introduced to my manicurist and invited to sit down in one of the comfy chairs they have. First thing I noticed? No tubs. What's up? Oh, right, they fill a tub and bring it to you. Second thing I noticed? Everything is sterilized. I never noticed this at my other salon, but at this spot, they unwrap every tool from a sterilized plastic pouch as they start on you. In a state where toe fungus seems to run rampant, thank you thank you thank you for sterilizing tools! Conversation with the girls was easy, and they made me feel extremely comfortable. I didn't feel like I was on a mani/pedi assembly line. Which I also had never really noticed was a thing before until it was absent--it was glorious. My nails had a habit of being ultra unhealthy and breaking after I started getting manicures. Partly because I think so many different things and chemicals are used. This place seemed a lot less toxic/more straightforward (and no bloody cuticles!). My toes are neon coral and obnoxiously awesome, and my nails (with simple nail art) are matte (!!!) and fabulous. Part of why it was extra $$ was because I tipped so well! No regrets there, folks. It was worth it. Parking can be annoying, as this place is just off University and Ohio, but I found free parking a block away. In a safe part of the neighborhood with many neighboring restaurants. I will definitely be returning when it's time to get my next up on nail art!
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Nicole A.

Yelp
Always consistently pleased here. Ari was extremely sweet and did the cutest peach nails for me. IYKYK. Love the vibe, the professionalism, and literally the best nail art.
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Lindsay M.

Yelp
This review is for lashes. I went a total of 4 times . I tried 3 different lash ladies. I have gotten lash fills elsewhere in the past and I have to say that everyone here took longer than the hour I'm used to it taking. The longest was over 2 hours, though she did do the best job. Unfortunately one of my appointments was the day before I was leaning on vacation and they sent me an email with a 1 hour notice canceling my appt. There was no explanation and no phone call. They didn't even offer a discount for a new appt. They ended up getting me in with someone else and she was not very good at all. She took forever and they didn't seem filled all the way and retention was terrible. I will never be going back.
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Fran D.

Yelp
I wouldn't trust anyone else to do my wedding nails! This place is the best there is. You'll get quality work every time!
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Lia T.

Yelp
I went in for lash extensions and as a virgin to the process, went with the mid price Premium set. The Lash Artist (?) had an emergency and was delayed, but the front desk staff let me know and gave me a 10% discount t make up for it. Kai did a great job assessing what I wanted and what would be appropriate for me. She's super sweet and smart and did a fantastic job. My lashes are gorgeous and I have no discomfort at all. I just feel like a dick because I won't be returning for a fill. I had a gift card but otherwise this is a pure luxury for me and there's no way I can keep this up. When these fall off, it's back to mascara.
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Giena L.

Yelp
Completely obsessed. I first encountered Hello Birdie at a bridal show earlier this year and finally made it out to the actual salon today. Used their online booking system, which was simple and easy to use. They do recommend making an appointment as they do book up fairly quickly. They have various options for manicures and pedis. I chose a classic manicure with gel nail polish upgrade with nail art for a pair of fingers. The salon called a couple days later to follow up after I made an appointment to clarify my needs as well as see if I could come in earlier (like 15min) to make time for the nail art. And then they reconfirmed the day before. So, they'll definitely remind you of your appt! The salon itself is so refreshing and different from any other nail salon I've ever been to. The nail bar is awesome, literally a bar top. It's just nice and open and clean. The staff are über welcoming and friendly. I got my nails done by Moka and she is amazing, we talked about the nail art I wanted, and the colors. And while she was shaping and filing my nails, she let me scroll through her Instagram with pictures of nail art she has done before and then I came across a picture of one that I absolutely adored (cacti) and she told me it wasn't too late and I could change my mind. I totally did. Moka is a pro, I'm pretty sure she can do whatever nail art your heart desires. I'm obsessed and thinking of all the cute little things I'd want on my nails for future times. Definitely come here to get your nails done, you won't be disappointed even if nail art isn't your jam, a regular mani would be just as spectacular. Treat yo' self.
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Lola M.

Yelp
I was in desperate need of a pedicure so I booked the Wellbess Footlogix Pedi. This was terrible. The water was cold, and I felt bad asking my manicurist to carry the large tub back and get hot water. She did a terrible job of removing my cuticles and I have no idea what I paid for because there was no 5 step footlogix system. I had to go home and cut my cuticles and buff my heels myself. Definitely do not recommend coming here.
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Kimme F.

Yelp
Aileen is amazing. Shes patient and kind... and she does not mind that I fall asleep and snore during my sessions. My lashes are always looking perfect when I leave this place. They last about 2.5-3 weeks if you take great care of them. Aileen fills my lashes to make them look so full and yet feel so light. I've tried many lash salons and she is definitely my go to. If you havent yet, you need to book yours now.
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Maria C.

Yelp
What an awesome find in North Park! I'm very picky when it comes to getting my mani-pedi since I'm a germ-o-phobe and I hear stories of salons that are not sterile. Not this place! My husband and I came here for our pre-wedding mani-pedis. Hubby got a mani-pedi with no polish and I got a mani-pedi with gel French tips and silver lining. We were offered soft drinks, beer or wine to start and we were led to the bar to get our nails started. Ashley worked on my mani and Maria worked on my pedi. Both are very professional, experienced and super sweet! My work took the longest with it taking an hour and a half for both to be done due to the Gel application. Came out beautiful and everything was so sterile! All tools came out of sealed packets and I was put at ease. Lots of great eateries nearby so after you get your nails done, take a stroll for some good grub. Remember ladies, if you get our pedi, bring your flip flops! I totally forgot and they provided me with disposable flip flops to wear out. They provide validation if the parking is super busy at the nearby structure.
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Brittany F.

Yelp
I am doing another five star review- yes, it's allowed (I think). I have been coming to Hello Birdie for four months now and I didn't know if I could be more of a raving fan but with time comes relationship building and I KNOW I won't be going anywhere else for nails! I've rotated through a few of these lovely ladies for great pedicures but Maria is my go to for my manicures. I expressed to her that I have really thin, crappy nails. I've taken vitamins, changed my diet, etc but my nails are still always lackluster. She recommended the IBX Wellness treatment last time I went in and I have to tell you this is a GAME CHANGER for those of you who consistently wear gel polish or those like me who just have crappy, brittle nails. She did the IBX Wellness treatment on me and then polished and I HAVE to express to you that it is now day eight (EIGHT!) of my mani and it has not moved. No chips, no nothing. It's magic. And yes, this is regular polish and not gel. My mind is blown. Love you ladies- keep up the great work!
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Kris H.

Yelp
Love this place! Alina did my nail and nail art and turned out absolutely perfect! I've also had Andrea in the past and she was great as well! Highly recommend. Worth the price for the quality of the service. They also have a really fun matte top coat that works really well.
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Gigi S.

Yelp
All I can say it WOW! Jen is a (nail) life saver! Coming in I had my long acrylic overlay, my poor natural nails were lifting, cracking, and breaking under my overlay. I couldn't stand watching it happen anymore, so I came to Hello Birdie. I was prepared to walk out with no length whatsoever because of the condition of one of my nails, it was cracked near where the nails separates from the finger. Jen silk wrapped my nail that had the major crack, and managed to salvage the rest with delicate care! Not only did Jen give me a gorgeous manicure, I was able to walk out with great natural length. They also offer a LARGE variety of 5 free nail polish. I used Kendra Scott, gorgeous colors. Will be sure to come back! They also serve Nespresso, for anyone who knows is amazing!!
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Mary T.

Yelp
I lalalala LOVE this place. Jess was my nail artist/technician and she NAILED it. Jess made me feel relaxed, pampered, and so well taken care of. I approached Jess with a inspo board and let her do her own creative spin on my nails. I wish I lived in San Diego because Jess would have a monthly standing appointment with me!!!! I love that this place also serves complimentary beverages. Thank you, Jess!!!!!

Jennifer C.

Yelp
Really loved Hello Birdie and was a good customer, even brought my mother in for a service. However, was trying to get nails done on my day off and honestly booked the wrong day. I saw a missed call while at work and saw the voicemail. I was horrified to learn I chose the wrong date and immediately called them back even though I work at a hospital and was in between patients. However, Diana at the desk was extremely forceful and unfriendly. I still want my nails done on the correct day, my day off but after her curt response telling me they would bill me full price I'm done. They have just lost a great customer!!!!! Will take my business to LEO by LIV 3 down the road. Is it really worth charging me $60?!!!!!

Andrea M.

Yelp
I was unfortunately disappointed... For so long I wanted to get my nails done here after following them on Instagram for years so finally I made an appointment for a gel manicure with 2 nail design. My manicurist was the sweetest and talented, but sadly she cut me pretty bad and I bled for a while which wasn't a huge deal but unfortunately it got infected and I had pus in that nail for about 2 weeks after... The design itself was cute! But 2 days after my polish started cracking and didn't stop cracking. I paid almost $100 for this service that unfortunately didn't last nearly as long as my $25 gel manicure you can get elsewhere. I won't be going back ;(
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Daniela R.

Yelp
I'm only reviewing this place for eyelashes. NOT FOR NAILS. I was super excited to try this place out, but came out disappointed.I got them done. The chick doing them didn't have a the most friendliest personality to begin with. She seemed like she was over the day. After getting my eyelashes done I woke up with a red eye and had it for 3 days. The owner messaged me and she said it was the pad and she could give me 50 percent off my next fill. (I was considering coming back but after a red eye and my eyelashes not even lasting. The eyelashes weren't quality and half of one eye was gone a week later. I wouldn't waste my time or money coming back. I know this place has good reviews for nails etc. But I would never come back for the eyelashes.
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Yolin H.

Yelp
I've been looking for a wonderful nail salon in San Diego for years, and now I think I found my destination! Alina is an awesome artist, and she made every details on my nails! She was also succeeded in making adjustments per my request! I really appreciated her excellent job done on my nails! I will definitely come back soon for more fantastic designs!
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Linds B.

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Wonderful place to get a relaxing, fun pedicure! Treated myself and mom -- loved the experience from the moment we walked in until the minute we left. Great staff all around, especially Jess and Andrea who worked with us. Both were friendly and did an excellent job with our nails. They're super busy so make sure to book an appointment in advance! It's no wonder why. Lovely place to get your nails done. They even include beer, wine, or any other beverage you may like while you relax in the chair. Thanks for being awesome!
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Pearl R.

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Not your average nail salon Alaina and Anna were superb. My first gel manicure and my first pedi in a long time. It was a recommendation from my hairdresser and anything she recommends, I take. So glad I did because this afternoon is for my son'dwedding this Saturday. I am truly impressed. If you want the best, here it is!!!!
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Peggy G.

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I had rarely had a manicure before, and never done a gel manicure. Ashley explained all the benefits, then gave me the most awesome gel & polish, along with some cute nail art she did freehand! Reasonably priced, and worth every penny.
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Marisol B.

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I was so disappointed with the artwork and it was so awkward. I had to tell her I didn't like it because I'm paying $45. I don't usually get my nails done and I was really excited to go all out so I was really hoping for better artwork. The girl that did my nails was really nice. Everyone was nice and they serve you wine but I asked for them to make a small rosary like my Pinterest pic and I don't think it was close. Before we got started I even asked if she had suggestions (this was her way out if she didn't think she could do it) but she had nothing. So when I told her I didn't like it and she could just remove it but not replace it she ended up redoing it and I felt bad telling her I didn't like it again. My friend who got her nails done by another girl at the same time actually had a nice flower decoration. Her nail lady even took pictures for her file.
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Jennifer L.

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I wanted to try this place out given the good reviews and got a gel French tip manicure done. After a week and a half one of my fingers was beginning to lift, followed by the commence of another without doing anything strenuous that could have damaged them or the usage of harsh chemicals. I've gotten gel manicures in other places before that have been in tact for 3 weeks. I did call to see if they would be able to fix it given how disappointed I am in the duration. They didn't offer to complementary. It's a small gesture like that, especially being a first time customer, that would have had me return and recommend to others. Unfortunately I'm not satisfied with how short of a timeframe they lasted.
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Natalie F.

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THIS IS THE BEST NAIL SALON I'VE SEEN SO FAR! I was not dissatisfied at my previous salon, but saw the nail art of this one and was blown away. It is located right in the middle of North Park, so plan accordingly for parking. The salon is super cute and the staff are very friendly and helpful. The color selection is excellent both for regular polishes and for gels, too! They're a GREAT instagram follow for ideas and to see which stylist matches your style, but truly you can't go wrong. I have seen Ashley, Jess, and Jourdan here and they've all been amazing. The staff really know their stuff and the quality of the manicure is really high. They're also really personable and just great to be around! I got pretty elaborate nail art the first time (THE famous pinterest flowers) by Ashley and she NAILED it (sorry about the pun) and they lasted really well for two weeks! They would've lasted longer but I was ready to change them out due to nail growth. Jess gave me the COOLEST alien nails and got super into it, and I absolutely loved that collab. Again, I got a solid 2+ weeks with the gel and would have kept it forever except my nails were just too long for me. I met with Jourdan for a standard gel manicure and had the most wonderful conversation and my nails look great! I love how they clearly care about their work, and it totally shows. A note about cleanliness: This is a place to trust! The instruments are autoclaved (above industry standard) and you can request that your technician wear gloves if you prefer. The pedicure tubs are cleaned in a way that I trust as well, I just forget how so if I re-find out I will update! You cannot go wrong. Prices are great for the quality. This is great for your standard salon or for a treat! Book online ahead of time weeks out because they book quickly!

Anna L.

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Alina did an amazing job with my nails!! She is so kind and this place has saved my natural nails, they look and feel healthier than ever. Longest lasting gel manicure I've ever had done too. Over all great customer service and I'm always so excited leaving this salon. My nails look so cute I highly recommend going here to treat yourself!
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Rebecca N.

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I came here to get my very first pedicure and elected to get the deluxe pedicure cause I'd had a rough week and felt like treating myself. To be honest, it didn't feel especially deluxe. From what I've seen and heard about other nail salons, it seems like it's not worth the $50 I spent and that I could get a similar experience for much less. The receptionist was very sweet and welcoming but I didn't get any warm and fuzzies from Moka. She wasn't outwardly rude, but kept yawning and sighing and that just made me uncomfortable. Maybe she had a rough week too. The nail art she reproduced for me on my big toe looks pretty nice, but again, not $50 nice. I would come here only if you're seeking something really special and fancy on your nails. For your run of the mill finger and toe needs, I would go elsewhere.
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Emily S.

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Amazing!!!! Jess did a wonderful job and I'm so happy! She really took the time to file and shape my nails which I really appreciate. I showed her a couple pictures of what I liked and she did exactly what I wanted! The colors came out really well. The place is very clean and has very aesthetic decor. Will definitely be coming back to Jess!
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Alice R.

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The salon is super cute and some of the staff are sweet; i was here with a big pre-booked group and enjoyed treats etc while we were pampered. Unfortunately my mani looked awful. The second layer was uneven leaving this double edged look that looked terrible. The girl doing my nails was pretty unfriendly and when I asked her to refile some of the edges as they were visibly ragged, she only did two and wasnt happy about the request, then moved on. At that point I didnt see any value in requesting her to redo the mani. It wasnt a gel so I didnt expect it to look perfect but I was very disappointed, along with a couple others in our group. Their color selection for classics is also pretty lacking. For the price and the reviews I expected a lot better.