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YARCO STUDIO | MOUNTAIN VIEW

Nail salon · Mountain View, CA · reviewed since 2023

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 64%88+55.9Reliability 28%81+22.9Replies to reviews 8%99+8.2Momentum penalty77−2.3Experts Score= 85Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.85SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#25 of 67 nail salonsPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 64%
4.9 ★★★★★ 272 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.76★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
3.1%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
98%reviews answered by the owner
$103typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

YARCO STUDIO | MOUNTAIN VIEW at a glance

Customers frequently praise the salon for its clean environment, skilled technicians, and long-lasting manicures and pedicures. Reviews highlight punctual appointments and professional service, though some note that pricing is higher than competitors. Criticisms include language barriers affecting communication, unexpected polish staining, and instances where results did not meet expectations relative to the cost.

  • Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 272 reviews (97% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 272 Google reviews (214 with written comments, 80 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 17, 2026.
  • Service: Nail Salon serving Mountain View, California.

Data from Google, last updated October 28, 2026.

Score profile vs other nail salons

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: replies to reviews and satisfaction; weakest: momentum.

Satisfaction88Reliability81Craft & service–Value–Momentum77Replies to reviews99Satisfaction: 88 (median 84)Reliability: 81 (median 78)Momentum: 77 (median 100)Replies to reviews: 99 (median 66)
YARCO STUDIO | MOUNTAIN VIEWNail Salons median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.YARCO STUDIO | MOUNTAIN VIEW: 88/100 on this factor. Category median: 84.A
88
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.YARCO STUDIO | MOUNTAIN VIEW: 81/100 on this factor. Category median: 78.A
81
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 90.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.YARCO STUDIO | MOUNTAIN VIEW: 77/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.B
77
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.YARCO STUDIO | MOUNTAIN VIEW: 99/100 on this factor. Category median: 66.A
99

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Star ratings

272 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars26397%
  • 4 stars10%
  • 3 stars10%
  • 2 stars31%
  • 1 star41%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 214 written reviews

  • Praise28696%
  • Complaints124%

Price

What customers reported paying

$103+47% vs typical nail salons

Middle half of what 82 customers paid ($88–$116) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Quality & results10134%
  • Staff & attitude8729%
  • Would recommend5719%
  • Speed & response269%
  • Price & value124%
  • Honesty & trust93%
  • Communication62%

What customers talk about

We read 214 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “Daniela did a wonderful job and handled my nails and cuticle with precision and care.”
    “I only mentioned one nail in the message, but the rest were also damaged.”
  • “Daniela was friendly, professional, and took her time with my structured gel manicure.”
    “They charges very high price but they are not professional at all.”
  • “Great service and quality overall definitely recommend Daniela and Yarco Studio!”
  • “I can definitely see why appointments can fill up quickly.”
  • “These are actually my wedding day nails, so I took a slight risk going to a new nail place but it was well worth it.”
    “Overall, for being nearly double the price of other nail salons this is NOT worth it.”
  • “I’ve been coming to Yarco Studio for over a year now, and I can honestly say it’s the best nail studio I’ve ever been to!”
  • “Since it was my first time getting gel, she talked me through each step, helped me decide between a few colors, and answered all my questions.”

People customers mention

  • Area 17 reviews
  • Yara 16 reviews
  • Russian 12 reviews
  • Lena 11 reviews
  • European 10 reviews
  • Alena 7 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired YARCO STUDIO | MOUNTAIN VIEW for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

zZGeN3riicLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Had a great first experience at Yarco Studio with Daniela! I arrived about 10 minutes early for my appointment and barely had to wait we actually started a few minutes before my scheduled time. Daniela was friendly, professional, and took her time with my structured gel manicure. She also took before and after…

Paid $100–120Gel manicures
Angelica2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

I love this place because my manicures always last so long. I go once every 4-5 weeks. Everyone is super friendly and accommodating as well. If your nails grow fast like mine and have been considering getting a Russian manicure, go here!

Customer photo from Angelica's review
Paid $80–100Gel manicures
KimLocal Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

This was my first Russian manicure and I wish I’d tried it sooner. Yarco is super clean, the staff is welcoming and kind, and the nail techs have an amazing attention to detail - my tech was Amanda. I got a simple nude manicure and while it was a bit more expensive than other salons, you definitely get what you pay…

Customer photo from Kim's reviewCustomer photo from Kim's review
Paid $80–100
Jessica2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 9 months ago★★★★★

I don't normally get manicures, but I really wanted to try a Russian manicure so I decided to splurge and booked an appointment online. The process was very easy and I was able to get an appointment the next day. Evelina was very meticulous and the results were exactly what I was looking for - classy, professional,…

Paid $100–120Gel manicures
JoanneLocal Guide · 115 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

I really liked my manicure from Lilia! She was very attentive to detail and checked in on me during the process

Paid $120–140Gel manicures
Elena4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Hi! The Lana was very good, it is really rare nail service with high quality. I couldn’t compare it with anything. Clean, polite and super high quality of basic manicure that I’m always doing.

Customer photo from Elena's reviewCustomer photo from Elena's review
Paid $40–60

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Customer reviews

4.9 ★★★★★ 272 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).

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Diana2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Diana has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Daniela did a wonderful job and handled my nails and cuticle with precision and care.

  • Busyness: Busy
  • Service duration: 2–4 hr
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you so much for your feedback!

VeeLocal Guide · 5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Vee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I’ve been going to Yarco Studios for almost a year and have always found the staff polite and talented, which made today’s experience disappointing. After removing my orange/coral polish, several nails on both feet were noticeably yellow, especially my big toes. Polish staining was never mentioned until I Googled it myself and brought it up. Only then was I told that reds and oranges can stain nails. The discoloration was limited to where the polish had been, while the new growth was clear. Initially, I was led to believe it could be a fungal issue from water getting under my nails and was told to see a doctor, which was alarming. I have no symptoms and clearly the yellow was only where the polish was and across several nails. I always dry my feet before I put shoes on. There was no explanation of why this happened, whether this particular shade was a factor, or how to prevent it in the future. When I asked about the color, I was simply told that people don’t really choose it. I’ve worn reds and corals at many other salons without this happening. I don’t blame anyone for the staining because it’s unclear what happened but all I know is regular nail polish has never stained my toes before. It was how the situation was handled. There also seemed to be more focus on whether I had signed previous documents than on helping me understand what happened. As a longtime customer, I expected a more informed and customer-focused response—recognizing staining as a possibility, explaining it, and offering guidance for preventing it in the future.

  • Price: $100–120
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · a month ago

Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We’re truly sorry that the situation made you feel concerned. Our intention was never to alarm you or to protect ourselves first. When our nail tech notices unusual discoloration, our policy is to be cautious, never make a medical diagnosis, and recommend consulting a doctor if there is any uncertainty. This is meant purely as care for our clients’ health and safety. We understand that there was likely a misunderstanding in how this was communicated, and we agree that possible staining from highly pigmented polish should have been explained more clearly. We truly value you as our longtime client and appreciate your feedback. It will help us communicate better in situations like this.

zZGeN3riic -Local Guide · 12 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews zZGeN3riic has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Had a great first experience at Yarco Studio with Daniela! I arrived about 10 minutes early for my appointment and barely had to wait we actually started a few minutes before my scheduled time. Daniela was friendly, professional, and took her time with my structured gel manicure. She also took before and after photos, which was a nice touch. I went with clear gel and a matte top coat, and I really liked how clean and natural the finished result looked. The studio itself was nice, comfortable, and organized. I can definitely see why appointments can fill up quickly. I also appreciated all the little extras at the end. They gave me a nail file and brush, aftercare information, hand cream, and cuticle oil to take home. Those details made the experience stand out compared with other nail studios I’ve tried. Great service and quality overall definitely recommend Daniela and Yarco Studio!

  • Price: $100–120
  • Services: Gel manicures
Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you so much for your feedback! Looking forward to seeing you again soon ☺️

Jennifer Ottoy3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jennifer has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Amazing service❤️ Nataly is the besttttt!!!

Response from the owner · 2 months ago

Thank you for your feedback! ☺️

Gulsina Miller1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Gulsina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

They charges very high price but they are not professional at all. I was shocked the one who was doing my nails was just a student and wasn’t a professional.

Olesya Seliverstova10 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Olesya has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I highly recommend this studio to anyone looking for a truly beautiful, high-quality manicure and pedicure.Thank you for such an amazing experience—I will definitely be back!

Response from the owner · 3 months ago

Thank you for your feedback! Looking forward to seeing you again! 🤍

Jhanvi P4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jhanvi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Exceptional service! My gel mani and express pedi turned out perfect. The staff is gentle, professional, and genuinely skilled. Plus, it’s the only salon in the Bay Area I've been to that actually prioritizes cleanliness. I'll definitely be back!

  • Services: Gel manicures
Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Hi Jhanvi, Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to share your experience with us! We’re so happy to hear that you loved your gel manicure and express pedicure, and that our team and cleanliness standards stood out to you — that truly means a lot to us. We’d also love to learn how we could make your next visit even better. We noticed the 4-star rating and were wondering if there was anything we could have improved to make your experience a 5-star one? Your feedback truly helps us grow, and we’d love to welcome you back soon!

Angelica Garlit2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Angelica has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I love this place because my manicures always last so long. I go once every 4-5 weeks. Everyone is super friendly and accommodating as well. If your nails grow fast like mine and have been considering getting a Russian manicure, go here!

  • Price: $80–100
  • Services: Gel manicures
Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you so much for your feedback! Looking forward to seeing you again!

Julie Ann Beadell9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Julie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

Great service. I am always pleased with manicures and pedicures here!

  • Price: $140–160
  • Services: Service not listed
Response from the owner · 5 months ago

Thank you so much for your feedback! Looking forward to seeing you again!

Amy MacBeath9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Amy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

This place is awesome! They did a wonderful job on my manicure & pedicure - and were super accomodating when I had a special request. Everyone is really friendly. =) Very much recommend!

Response from the owner · 6 months ago

Thank you so much for your feedback! Looking forward to seeing you again ☺️

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