Elmwood Nail Salon
Neighborhood: Claremont, Elmwood

2834 College Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94705

Kitty C. writes: They were nice and the french pedicure seemed fine.
It's elmwood, so I would assume it would be a bit more expensive.
The place was super clean and well laid out.
They take credit cards, but make sure you have cash to pay tip.

Good Nails
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2208 Filbert St
San Francisco, CA 94123

megan w. writes: Teeny tiny little somewhat stuck in the 80's nail shack. Centrally located in the Marina for your emergency French manicure needs.

About Face & Body
Neighborhood: Claremont, Rockridge

3190 College Ave
Berkeley, CA 94705

Nikki c. writes: This is the best place for a quick bikini or leg wax.  For some reason I don't want the same woman to wax my eyebrows and my nether regions, so I go elsewhere for brows.  Parking can be a challenge on the weekends.  The walls don't go all the way to…

Ulta Cosmetics

1140 El Camino Real
San Bruno, CA 94096

Trish P. writes: I wasn't sure what to expect when I stepped into Ulta. It remindes me of a Pure Beauty meets Sephora meets Target.. I say this because the store has high end cosmetics and fragrance like Sephora, drug store products like Target and a salon like Pure…

Joseph Cappucci Salon & Spa
Neighborhood: SOMA

82 2nd Street
San Francisco, CA 94105

Connie C. writes: I recently got a fabulous haircut from Asaf Wiezman, who just joined the team at Joseph Cappucci. Asaf has cut my hair, along with 4 of my coworkers' hair, all in the past week. You can just stop by my office and see his amazing work, and then go up…

Super Nails & Spa
Neighborhood: Lakeside

3251 20th Ave
Ste 234
San Francisco, CA 94132

Wendy H. writes: This place is okay i guess, but so far the best place I've found to get gel nails done.  The service is not consistent, which makes this place not so great.  The workers there are pretty friendly.  They try to make conversation with me.  Some days my…

Stilo Salon

1100 Park Place
Suite 80
San Mateo, CA 94403

jessica m. writes: This review is long overdue.  I was sorta bohemian about my hair for a long time, either letting my friends cut it, cut it myself, let it grow, or sporadically went to a stylist.  I NEVER was "one of those girls" who had a grooming schedule, a…

Pro-Nails

88 Eureka Sq
Pacifica, CA 94044

Karen L. writes: I just went to Pro Nails for the first time and I was Very Pleased with the whole experience.  I had the Signature Pedicure on a Pedicure Thrown which includes an exfoliating scrub, massage of the feet and lower legs, a mask, hot towels....nail care…

Golden Nails

5817 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94112

kimby t. writes: UPDATE 9/06:
although their nailpolish collection is now complete (opi, essie and orly) the last mani/pedi i got there sucked.  polish application could have been a little neater, and did not last as long.  down to 3 stars :(  will try again…

No Mercy Tattoo
Neighborhood: SOMA

155 12th St
San Francisco, CA 94101

Hannah N. writes: How often would you give a mediocre review of a tattoo place AFTER you've had the work done?

For me, not often.  (I've been spoiled by my first tattoo parlor.)

Let me tell you though to not scare you off- the guys there are very nice, the tat came out…

Jenny's Nails

425 Bancroft Ave
San Leandro, CA 94577

Tricia S. writes: Good value and nice job on my nails.  Love the fact that they are open on Sundays!

Supercuts
Neighborhood: SOMA

215 Fremont Street
San Francisco, CA 94105

Andy F. writes: Ever since I started going thin on top, I've had developed a very blasé attitude when it came to my hair...Keep it short and neat and do your best:::: ME TALKING TO THE STYLIST::: to use what hair there is to cover that thinning spot upon my…

Angela's Nails
Neighborhood: Financial District

473 Pine Street
Fl 2
San Francisco, CA 94104

Kate K. writes: I normally go to Tammy's Nails for my mani/pedis - however, they are not open on Saturdays.  Sadness...  especially since this Saturday I took one look at my normally pretty toes that were looking pretty wretched; and then at the bright-sunshiny day…

Angel Beauty Supply
Neighborhood: Uptown

2003 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94612

Emily X. writes: Just stopped in to buy some perm rods for ghetto beauty school (http://www.yelp.com/bi...) and saw that along with the myriad of synthetic hair in a bag offerings (Indian, European, and most importantly, cost efficient Yak hair for the diva on a…

Castro Nail Salon
Neighborhood: Castro

431 Castro Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

squinka c. writes: Sweet.
complete.
not too expensive,
not too cheap.
not alot of massage,
but no yelling across the room,
and making squinks feel overlooked.
princesses and queens one at a time
close to the theatah Castro chikabow!
so very NOT overbooked,
Lines are not for…

Sunny Daze Tanning Salon

11 Civic Center Ln
Millbrae, CA 94030

Oliver S. writes: When ever I'm traveling back to Minnesota I have to stop in here on the way to SFO to get my fake n bake cali tan.. so I can impress my midwestern counter parts...

The location is convienient, the staff is really friendly... but the beds are dated,…

Heads Up Haircare
Neighborhood: Noe Valley

1233 Castro Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

Cara E. writes: I was visiting SF from Pittsburgh for Pride a few weeks ago. I always cut my own hair, and haven't been to a stylist in 7 years. I have a sort of fohawk-flock o' seagulls hairstyle, and it's very unique. I went in to Heads Up and asked if I could use…

The New Nails
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

2291 Chestnut Street
San Francisco, CA 94123

becca h. writes: this place was pretty quick - all 20 digits primed and polished in about 30 minutes. everyone's really nice and friendly. my only main complaint is that my manicurist was much more skilled than the pedicurist. my toenail polish was very uneven in…

Fancy Nails & Skin Care
Neighborhood: Gourmet Ghetto, North Berkeley

1792 Shattuck Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94709

Lisah H. writes: Just had my first set of acrylics. The manicurist did a fabulous job. Sally, the owner or manager, was very friendly and watched over all of the staff. I paid $30 for a full, sport-length set with nail polish. I was amazed at the process that I…

Em's Place
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

154 McAllister St
San Francisco, CA 94102

John G. writes: The term to keep in mind at Em's is not "food" (and DEFINITELY not "foodie"). The term to keep in mind is "hungry." Yes, some people in this world are simply hungry and only want to make themselves no longer hungry. That's where Em's comes in. You're…

Greg's of Larkspur Barber-Styling

475 Magnolia Ave
Larkspur, CA 94939

Todd S. writes: Great location.  Fun to watch the people walking Main Street Larkspur.  Old School Barber who does it like it should be done....with a clippers.

Terry Demarco's Barberia

939 Edgewater Blvd # D
Foster City, CA 94404

Karen K. writes: I have been going to Terry's since my first hair cut ever.  My brother got his first haircut there too, at the age of two...and I can still remember him crying as Terry cut his hair (he had nothing to cry about, Terry did a great job).  

Terry is the…

zensAsian
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

1311 23rd Ave
San Francisco, CA 94122

Leslie H. writes: i went in at the end of december so i can't remember names, but i got a brazilian wax. no one has mentioned waxing so far so i figured i'd put in my 2 cents. this place is run by a mother/daughter/boyfriend (?) and they work well together. the…

Supercuts
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

6046 College Ave
Oakland, CA 94618

Jeff D. writes: I used to spend $75 to get my hair cut, and now I go to Supercuts.  

I don't miss the glass of bad wine I'd get at the expensive salon while waiting - there's enough bad wine out there for less than $75 per glass!!

I love the friendly service at this…

Richard G Glogau, MD
Neighborhood: Inner Sunset

350 Parnassus Ave
Ste 400
San Francisco, CA 94117

gwynnie p. writes: Dr. Glogau is great for a few reasons:
-quick and accurate diagnoses
-he's conservative-he will not recommend the most radical or invasive forms of treatment unless he thinks there's a compelling reason
-if you get his attention for long enough he is a…

Hair Tech 828 Salon
Neighborhood: Outer Sunset

2301 Irving St
San Francisco, CA 94122

Pixie B. writes: LUH-VE them!

Best Japanese straightening I've had and the price is great as well. $180 excl. tip for just below the shoulders length.

Place is clean and tons of new mags to keep you occupied during this 5 hour process.

Elegant Hair & Nails by Lannie

189 Pelton Center Way
San Leandro, CA 94577

Tricia S. writes: Did an nice  job on my nails and the staff seems nice.

Soleil Tanning Salons
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area, Downtown Berkeley

2171 Allston Way
Berkeley, CA 94704

Mark B. writes: Ok, I came here.  Yes me, anti-reality TV, make fun of trendy people, Mark. I admit it, but it ain't what you think.  I do quite a bit of wood-working. My wood of choice, walnut. American walnut looks and smells great, it has that wonderful dark…

City Center Elite Nails
Neighborhood: Downtown Oakland

475 14th Street, Suite P100
Oakland, CA 94612

mac m. writes: Oakland City Center isn't exactly teeming with hipness and this place is no exception.  You can get a decent pedi here - I've never been very satisfied with the manicure (they always leave that little dangling ridge of not filed off nail - argh!).…

L'Bel Paris
Neighborhood: Financial District

101 California St
Suite 800
San Francisco, CA 94111

Cat R. writes: I was hoping to already find a review for this place so I can get its address but alas I will just have to add it my self and hopefully someone will add the rest of the info.

So this is an awesome company. They have great skin care products at a great…

Choy's Wig & Gift Shop - MOVED

4400 Macdonald Ave
Richmond, CA 94805

Trixie J. writes: Get hair here. Synthetic only. Long hairdo, short hairdo, flipped, streaked, highlighted, full-on wigs and also ponytail attachments.

Proprietor was nice enough, but stern about hygiene. You are limited to 3 try-ons per visit. So if you think you…

Pretty Hair Salon

1219 Park St
Alameda, CA 94501

ckkoba t. writes: Not the fanciest place but sure is cheap for a guy's haircut! I think I paid $9 (It's been a while). The lady here is very nice and remembers you whenever you come back.  Good place to go for a quick haircut for cheap, but parking is a little hard to…

Siciliano Nails

1640 Tiburon Blvd
Ste 15
Belvedere Tiburon, CA 94920

Ann P. writes: Well, I've been going to Siciliano Nails for years b/c my sister lives up the street from them. There isn't an Italian in sight (so I'm not sure what the deal with the name is) but I think they are terrific. I'm not sure what bee was lodged in the…

Purebeauty
Neighborhood: Castro

3600 16th Street
San Francisco, CA 94114

Dunzo S. writes: Wow, are these boys queens.

Not of the charming variety, but the fag-viscious assortment.  The kind who will throw out a snarky  "oooooh, girl" at you in a co-conspiratorial sort of way when you're choosing lip gloss (so they know you know how…

Holiday Hair & Nails

26775 Hayward Blvd Ste L
Hayward, CA 94542

Linda M. writes: As Stel G. said, this is your typical Vietnamese hair and nail salon.  The women are very sweet, though they do seem to spend more time talking to one another than to their customers.

They did a very nice child's cut for my daughter, quick and…

Kim's Nails Salon

1542 Newell Ave Ste A
Walnut Creek, CA 94596

MissP .. writes: I was looking for a mani-pedi place like this in the East Bay and this is it! The owner/manager is really nice and they have a special during the week where the mani-pedi is $30. Watch out though either pay cash or check  because they added $1 for…

Lipstick Salon Beauty Supply
Neighborhood: Mission

2573 Mission Street
San Francisco, CA 94110

claudia o. writes: for eyebrows, this lady ROCKS! she takes such a great amount of time and really cares. plus she is a riot! she not only does a great job but is very entertaining for conversation.

Nautilus of Marin

1001 4th St
San Rafael, CA 94901

Richard C. writes: I worked out here for about a year when I lived in SR.  The gym has very old equipment, closes pretty early, and is very expensive (I paid $50 a month).  Also, parking can be tough in downtown San Rafael, as a lot of people would park in the gym's…

Da-Vi Nails

1150 El Camino Real
San Bruno, CA 94096

Olma M. writes: I first heard about "Da Vi Nails" at their grand opening in Tanforan (San Bruno) in October 2005.  The store is relatively spacious for a nail salon in a mall, and very clean.  I go here when I make last-minute decisions to treat myself to a quick,…

Supercuts

470 Las Gallinas Ave
San Rafael, CA 94903

Ahna P. writes: I took my boy for a haircut this Sunday. I thought she did a great job! His only comment was "its not a fancy-shmancy place". Not sure how a 6y/o is clued into fancy/shamncy places....but that was his observation.

So for the price, it was fast and…