
Nails By David Lee
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About Nails By David Lee
On Tully Road in Modesto, Nails By David Lee is a nail salon that takes walk-ins rather than scheduled appointments. It opens daily, giving flexibility for those stopping in without a set time. Payment at the salon is cash only, a detail worth knowing before a visit. The walk-in format keeps the salon accessible for anyone passing by on Tully Road looking to fit in a service without advance planning.
Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention french tip nails, acrylic nails uneven, pedicure quality inconsistent and cuticles not cleaned properly.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention french tip nails, acrylic nails uneven, pedicure quality inconsistent and cuticles not cleaned properly.
Customer Review Summary
Pedicures draw the strongest praise, with reviewers describing gentle massages, well cleaned cuticles, and a "flawless" finish that lasted, alongside acrylic sets and hand painted french tips singled out for their detail. Several return specifically for particular technicians, one calling a favorite pair "a dynamic duo" for their toe acrylics and gem work. Close behind, though, is a recurring set of complaints about rushed, uneven acrylic application, with one client asked to have a new tech redo an uneven french tip and crooked nails "filled" before finishing. Hygiene and safety concerns surface repeatedly: one visitor describes the salon as overcrowded and "sweatshop"-like with dismissed sterilization questions, another reports a bleeding toe from clippers used too close to the quick, and a third says a worker ripped off glued nails after a complaint, with the owner allowing the tech to yell at them in front of other clients. Several reviewers say they will not return, and one notes the quality "has really went down the drain" after a year of visits.
Customer Review Summary
Pedicures draw the strongest praise, with reviewers describing gentle massages, well cleaned cuticles, and a "flawless" finish that lasted, alongside acrylic sets and hand painted french tips singled out for their detail. Several return specifically for particular technicians, one calling a favorite pair "a dynamic duo" for their toe acrylics and gem work. Close behind, though, is a recurring set of complaints about rushed, uneven acrylic application, with one client asked to have a new tech redo an uneven french tip and crooked nails "filled" before finishing. Hygiene and safety concerns surface repeatedly: one visitor describes the salon as overcrowded and "sweatshop"-like with dismissed sterilization questions, another reports a bleeding toe from clippers used too close to the quick, and a third says a worker ripped off glued nails after a complaint, with the owner allowing the tech to yell at them in front of other clients. Several reviewers say they will not return, and one notes the quality "has really went down the drain" after a year of visits.
Featured reviews
- Tracey Spencer - Cribbs
“I’m sure some people that work here are really good but I’m visiting from San Diego and didn’t know anybody. I found the place to be highly toxic and three different people touched my feet.. All of my nails are crooked not properly filed looks like someone trim them and never shaped them. I’m a cosmetologist and have done nails before as well as hair for over 40 years. I pride myself on customer service as I have managed many different salons and just feel like this place is all about shoving people in and out and making as much money as possible and leaving the passion in the break room because it definitely wasn’t used on the floor. The girl next to me who had her nails done, were a nice shape and had a lot of bling with gems and what not but the nails were so thick I could not believe it. Acrylic nails should not look like that they should try to look as natural as possible, definitely not like somebody took a break and laid it on The nail…. I picked sparkling red # 173 I think and I told them to put a very dark color underneath the red so it would look dark/ deep, but she didn’t listen or didn’t understand what I was saying so just ignored request . So basically my toes look like Christmas time, but I don’t care so much about the color as I do about the quality of the work. one of my nails bled after the first girl trimmed it with toenail clippers so close to my quick that I had to pull foot back. Anyway, I won’t go there again. I felt like my lungs were being burnt by the chemical that was so strong in the salon. It was ridiculous so ventilation is an issue there and definitely don’t have much pride in their work.. when checking out they notified that it’s cash only I may have missed the sign as I was walking in, but I didn’t see one as I was walking out thank God I had cash on me. If not, I’m not sure how that would’ve been handled.”
- Cassandra
“I had a disappointing experience with the owner. I came in regarding a broken nail I had got them done the week prior, and he repeatedly asked who had done them and which chair I was sitting at. I told him I wasn't sure of the employee's …”
- Celia Butler
“Worst place to get my nails done! Worker ripped my glued nails off my fingers because I said one was crooked. The owners didn’t care they let her speak disrespectfully because I was talking to owner and she began to yell at me in the salon in front of everyone. WILL NEVER GO BACK!!!!!”
- Mr.V
“I visited this salon on May 9th and had a very disappointing experience. The shop is overcrowded and feels like a 'sweatshop'—they prioritize speed over safety and professional care. When I asked about their sterilization protocols for the tools, my concerns were dismissed. The technician was extremely unfriendly, abrupt, and manhandled my feet during the pedicure, causing actual discomfort. The management at the front was just as cold, directing customers like cattle. I will not be returning and do not recommend this place if you value professional care and a relaxing experience.”
- Kaitlynn Mccleary
“Worst experience March 25 2026 Table 16 My nails suck …”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Good to know
- ReservationsWalk-in only
- AccessibilityHas wheelchair-accessible car park · Has wheelchair-accessible entrance · Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
Amenities
- Has Wi-Fi
- Has wheelchair-accessible car park
- On-site services available
- Has toilet
- Accepts walk-ins
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- Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
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