#1
Nails X Lounge
“Thank you, Nancy! Sweet woman, gentle pedicure, and great legs massage! This was a great first visit - perfect for waiting out my son’s time at the mall!” — Google review
Experts Reviews · 2026 Ratings
The Best Nail Salons in Sacramento, CA
We graded 10 companies on seven things customers actually report: satisfaction, reliability, workmanship, value, momentum, track record and how owners handle complaints.
$71typical jobMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range).
100%say the price was fairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”.
4.82★average ratingPlain average of every Google star rating we collected for these companies.
3%bad jobs (1–2★, 2 yrs)Share of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
From 31,356 Google reviews of 89 top-rated nail salons nationwide; 10 of them in Sacramento, CA. Updated November 11, 2026.
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Overall ratings
Experts Score 0–100Experts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. and a letter grade per factor (A = top 20% of nail salons).
| # | Company | ScoreExperts Score (0–100)Absolute quality first: recency-weighted star average (≈54%), share of 1–2★ reviews (≈24%), customers’ price verdicts (≈14%), owner replies to critical reviews (≈7%); minus up to 10 points each for complaints flagged in Google review highlights and for a real slide in recent ratings. Hover a company’s score on its page for the full breakdown. | FactorsFactor grades, in orderSatisfaction (54%): Recency-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.Reliability (24%): How 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.Craft & service (0%): Google 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.Value (14%): Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Momentum (0%): Penalises 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.Replies to reviews (7%): How 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.One letter per factor score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = below 20. | ★Google star rating as shown on Google Maps. | Typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews). |
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| 1 |  Nails By Tina LeSacramento, CA | A 92How 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 59%89+52.2Reliability 26%94+24.5Value 15%100+15.2Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 92Not enough data for replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AAAAA– | 4.91 | $56 |
| 2 | Nails X LoungeSacramento, CA | A 88How 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%84+23.7Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Experts Score= 88Not 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. | AA––AA | 4.88 | $68 |
| 3 |  Nature Love SalonSacramento, CA | A 86How 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%90+57.2Reliability 28%88+24.8Replies to reviews 8%54+4.4Craft & service penalty97−0.3Experts Score= 86Not 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. | AAA–AC | 4.84 | $89 |
| 4 |  Cute Cute NailsSacramento, CA | A 84How 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%84+53.4Reliability 28%86+24.3Replies to reviews 8%76+6.3Experts Score= 84Not 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. | AA––AB | 4.74 | $49 |
| 5 |  NAILS 21 & SPA LOUNGESacramento, CA | A 81How 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%82+52.1Reliability 28%74+20.9Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Experts Score= 81Not 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. | AB––AA | 4.81 | $68 |
| 6 |  GA Nails & SpaSacramento, CA | A 80How 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%85+54Reliability 28%76+21.5Replies to reviews 8%57+4.7Experts Score= 80Not 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. | AB––AC | 4.83 | $73 |
| 7 |  Superior NailsSacramento, CA | B 79How 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%85+54Reliability 28%77+21.7Replies to reviews 8%35+2.9Experts Score= 79Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AB––AD | 4.84 | $53 |
| 8 |  Smudge Nail BarSacramento, CA | B 79How 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%82+52.1Reliability 28%68+19.2Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Momentum penalty93−0.7Experts Score= 79Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AB––AA | 4.82 | $83 |
| 9 |  Grace NailSacramento, CA | B 76How 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%80+50.8Reliability 28%67+18.9Replies to reviews 8%73+6Experts Score= 76Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | AB––AB | 4.80 | $79 |
| 10 |  Oasis NailsSacramento, CA | B 75How 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%78+49.6Reliability 28%71+20Replies to reviews 8%92+7.6Momentum penalty82−1.8Experts Score= 75Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade B: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews. | BB––AA | 4.79 | $63 |
What jobs cost
What customers paid, from the price Google asks reviewers to report.
| Job | Low25th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid less than this. | TypicalMedian of the bill customers reported in their Google review (Google asks reviewers for a price range; we use the middle of each range). | High75th percentile: 1 in 4 customers paid more than this. | FairOf customers who rated the price, the share who chose “Great price” or “Reasonable” rather than “Overpriced”. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pedicure | $45 | $58 | $73 | 100% |
| Manicure | $45 | $56 | $73 | 100% |
| Nail art | $61 | $76 | $96 | 0% |
| Acrylic nails | $50 | $63 | $79 | 0% |
| Foot massages | $45 | $56 | $79 | 0% |
| Nail painting | $48 | $63 | $81 | 0% |
| Gel manicures | $50 | $68 | $91 | 100% |
| Nail extensions | $58 | $71 | $86 | 100% |
| Nail designs | $65 | $77 | $93 | 0% |
| Sculpted nails | $45 | $56 | $73 | 0% |
| Polish removal | $11 | $47 | $58 | 0% |
| Dip powder | $45 | $53 | $63 | 0% |
Nail Salons in Sacramento, CA at a glance
How the 10 nail salons we rated in Sacramento, CA compare, and what customers praise most.
Experts Score grades
A = score 80+, F = below 20.
- Grade A660%
- Grade B440%
- Grade C00%
- Grade D00%
- Grade F00%
Google ratings
Average stars per company.
- 4.90★ and up110%
- 4.80–4.89★770%
- 4.60–4.79★220%
- Below 4.60★00%
What customers praise
Share of Google review highlights.
- Quality76930%
- Professionalism75329%
- Responsiveness00%
- Punctuality51120%
- Value55221%
Was the price fair?
All price verdicts left with reviews.
- Great price1144%
- Reasonable1456%
- Overpriced00%
- Not sure00%
Price verdicts by year
Share calling it great / reasonable / overpriced.
2026
How we grade
Satisfaction (54%) — Recency-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.
Reliability (24%) — How 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.
Craft & service (penalty, up to −10) — Google 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.
Value (14%) — Customers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.
Momentum (penalty, up to −10) — Penalises 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.
Replies to reviews (7%) — How 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.
The 10 best-rated nail salons in Sacramento, CA average 4.8★ on Google across 4,416 reviews. Nails X Lounge has the top rating (4.9★), and Superior Nails has the most reviews (1,536). Updated November 10, 2026.
10 companies that meet our bar: rated 4.5★ or higher on Google, with a meaningful review history (4,416 reviews combined) and currently operating. Request a call back and the company will phone you directly.
#2
Superior Nails
“I stopped in as a walk-in for a quick touch-up before a work trip, and they were so accommodating! I just needed my fingernails and toenails cleaned up around the edges, and they did a great job. I was pleasantly…” — Google review
#3
Nature Love Salon
“I’m deeply grateful for the care Nature Love team provides. After each visit, I feel relaxed, restored, and never quite ready to leave. Beyond the love of my family, it feels like one of life’s greatest gifts. Their…” — Google review
#4
GA Nails & Spa
“I called for a regular pedicure and removal of dip manicure and they were able to see my hair urging 30 minutes of calling. I upgraded to the pamper pedicure and it was super relaxing. Lea didn’t wish at all. I also…” — Google review
#5
Oasis Nails
“Finding the right nail salon among thousands is hard to come by. So I had to come back on here to give you an update. These are my nails a month later. They have grown out and are still intact. It's not lifting, it's…” — Google review
#6
Smudge Nail Bar
“Loved coming here today!! The salon has ZERO smell. Techs are incredibly knowledgeable about nail art trends. I only get my nails done for special occasions and I was recommended to add a rubber base for longevity.…” — Google review
#7
Grace Nail
“Kelly is amazing! She is so sweet and detailed! I went to get my nails done here after a bad expierence at the nail salon just down the way which I won’t ever go back to. Attention to detail and I loved how relaxing…” — Google review
#8
Cute Cute Nails
“I've been coming here for several years. I really enjoy myself, excellent service, friendly staff. I recommend this place . Today was my husband's birthday. He wanted to experience a pedicure. He really liked it.…” — Google review
#9
NAILS 21 & SPA LOUNGE
“Omg the best nail salon in all of West Sac! Near downtown also. This place was so gentle with my nails and didn’t scratch or hurt me at all. My nails look and feel so natural! I am literally in love with this art…” — Google review
#10
Nails By Tina Le
“Such a great experience, went back for my second time and was even more impressed with the service. The staff makes you feel welcomed and on top of it they listen and care. Asked for a design and yumi did fabulous…” — Google review
How we pick nail salons in Sacramento
We scan Google Maps for nail salon listings in and around Sacramento, keep only open businesses whose main category matches the service, and require a Google rating of at least 4.5 from at least 20 reviews. Companies are ordered by a confidence-weighted score that balances rating and review volume. We do not accept payment for placement.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the highest-rated nail salon in Sacramento?
Nails X Lounge has the highest Google rating on our Sacramento list: 4.9 out of 5 from 851 reviews (as of November 10, 2026).
Which nail salon in Sacramento has the most reviews?
Superior Nails has the most Google reviews among the companies listed here: 1,536, with a 4.8★ average.
How are these nail salons chosen?
Only open Sacramento-area businesses whose Google category matches the service, rated at least 4.5★ from at least 20 Google reviews. They are ordered by a confidence-weighted score of rating and review volume. Placement is never paid.
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