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Located in the vibrant heart of San Diego’s Little Italy neighborhood, Lena Nails at 1770 Kettner Blvd is a nail salon that redefines the pampering experience with its warm hospitality and meticulous attention to detail. From the moment you step inside, you’ll feel instantly welcomed and at ease, a reflection of the friendly energy that customers consistently praise.
Lena Nails isn't just about getting your nails done—it’s a sanctuary for relaxation and flawless beauty treatments. The salon may be cozy in size, but it makes up for it with cleanliness, comfort, and a genuine care for each visitor. The massage chairs provide the perfect comfort, whether you’re indulging in a gel manicure or a refreshing pedicure, complete with invigorating hygienic foot soaks.
What truly sets Lena Nails apart is the exceptional skill and calm professionalism of their technicians. Customers like Andromeda Kovic highlight how artists like Tiffany and Nancy create a welcoming and soothing environment, transforming each appointment into a mini escape. Meanwhile, regulars return for Chi’s unparalleled precision and thoughtful color consultations, ensuring every gel manicure or pedicure is tailored perfectly to their style and mood.
Flexibility is another major plus. Walk-ins are welcomed, and the team works diligently to accommodate same-day appointments—even on busy Saturdays. Rachael Low’s review beautifully captures the salon’s customer-centric approach, sharing how the staff not only delivered stunning nail art on the spot but kindly offered to fix a smudged pedicure after a day exploring the neighborhood.
For those who appreciate a boutique yet deeply professional nail salon, Lena Nails offers a rare combination of attentiveness, skill, and comfort. Whether you’re looking for a refreshing solo treat or a fun outing with family and friends, their team ensures you leave feeling wonderful, polished, and eager to return.
If you’re in the San Diego area and want a truly calming and customized nail experience, Lena Nails is a gem that invites you to relax, indulge, and embrace your best self—one perfectly painted nail at a time.
Tiffany and Nancy did a wonderful job on my nails today and did an amazing job at making me feel welcome and calmed throughout my stay. Cant wait to head back to my new favorite nail spot :)
Treated myself to a pedicure. Called ahead to inquire about a same-day appointment and they were able to get me in ASAP. Not bad for a Saturday! After I walked in I had picked my color and was seated in a massage chair with a hygienic foot soak in less than 5min. 35min later my toes are looking fantastic ;)
Update: Came back to this place and was not disappointed again. I love a couple hours away from San Diego but if could come get my nails done here every time I would do it. Came here with my mom sister to get our nails done and while the place is a little small but is is clean and they do an amazing job. Everyone is really nice and friendly. Oanh did my nails and I couldn’t be happier because she was able to do a beautiful almond shape with my natural nails. And the place I used to go to would always tell me no my nails weren’t long enough that I needed acrylic. But Oanh did them beautifully. This picture are my nails at day 3 this picture doesn’t do them justice.
Chi at Lena Nails is the best! She is detailed and thorough with her gel manicures and pedicures. She always helps me with color selections based on inspiration photos. I appreciate her pleasant and calm demeanor. It’s often a relaxing nail experience when I visit Chi.
Loved the gel manicure and pedicure. We stopped in without an appointment, and they made room for us. The gals are so nice. They accept credit cards! The massage chairs are comfortable. I love the designs that the gal did on my nails, so perfect! Just what I wanted. I will be coming back. They even touched up my pedicure after an hour of walking around Little Italy, and somehow, they got smudged.
My girlfriend always had cute nails and I finally asked her where she goes! Great prices (mani pedi with French gel on my nails regular on my toes cost around $60) and service, I got in & out pretty quickly and I like that fact! Def my new go to