M & K Nails

If you are looking for a fancy nail shop, this is NOT the place. Very basic, run-of-the-mill business. What makes this place spectacular, however, is the QUALITY of the work they do. I am less concerned with how FUN a place is--what matters to me is what kind of service is provided. I went here once to get a manicure and it was great. I followed up and came again later to get a full set and they did a fantastic job. I have been going religiously ever since. Another bonus: the employees are very pleasant and nice in a genuine way that is hard to find. WATCH OUT: no credit cards here--cash only, but there is an ATM in the store if you come unprepared like I always seem to do! Pros: Nice people, excellent work quality Cons: No pedicure spa chairs, cash only more

When I saw this shop on the ""Best of"" list and learned how close it was to my house, I had no reason not to try it out. I went on a weekday afternoon and was only one of three customers. I was not impressed with the ambience, pedicure, or customer service. It was just a mundane experience at the ordinary corner nail shop. I don't understand how this place could make the ""Best of Los Angeles List."" I hope the other shops on this list have much more to offer. Pros: Pleasant staff Cons: boring more