Two weeks after getting a terrible mani/pedi in Noe Valley, I went to Pretty Nails in the Castro and walked out with a perfect manicure and pedicure. The ladies at Pretty Nails are by far the best in town; they are very meticulous, thorough, and take pride in their work. The downside is that the shop isn't much to look at (I love Mani/Pedi's shop, but didn't think the manicure was all that great), and their color selection is limited. You may want to bring your own polish.
Pros: meticulous, highly skilled, thorough
Cons: ltd color selection
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