Most of the salons on this list sit along the main shopping roads in southwest and northwest Bakersfield, such as Ming Avenue, Stockdale Highway and Brimhall Road. Others are in the south and east parts of town. You will find acrylic and dip powder at most of them, with Gel-X, silk wraps and nail art at a few.
Each pick was confirmed on the salon’s own site or booking page in October 2026. The cards list the address, phone, hours where posted, the services each salon focuses on, and where to book.
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1. Allure Nails & Spa
Why we picked it: The menu lists Gel-X, hybrid gel, dip powder and acrylic, and the site posts prices for the main services. You can book online before you go.
Starting prices: Gel manicure from $38; Gel-X extensions from $60+
- Address
- 2660 Oswell St, Bakersfield, California 93306
- Phone
- (661) 404-4263
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9am to 7pm, Sun 10am to 5pm
2. Royal Nails & Spa
Why we picked it: This salon covers acrylic, dip powder, gel and silk wraps, plus paraffin and callus treatments. Hours run late on weekdays and Saturdays.
- Address
- 9000 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93311
- Phone
- (661) 665-0789
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9am to 7:30pm, Sun 10am to 5:30pm
3. Steri Nails & Spa
Why we picked it: The site leads with volcano spa pedicures and a clean-salon message. It also lists mani and pedi combos if you want both done in one visit.
Starting prices: Gel manicure from $35+; Acrylic nails from $35+
- Address
- 9500 Brimhall Rd #506, Bakersfield, CA 93312
- Phone
- (661) 829-2244
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9am to 7pm, Sun 10am to 5pm
4. Pro Nails & Spa
Why we picked it: This salon opens at 8am on weekdays, which suits early appointments. It takes online bookings and also lists kids services.
- Address
- 7850 White Ln Suite G&H, Bakersfield, CA 93309
- Phone
- (661) 831-5350
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 8am to 7:30pm, Sun 9:30am to 5pm
5. Imperial Aura Nails & Spa
Why we picked it: You can book online and add facials or waxing to a nail visit. It has long hours, including Sunday.
- Address
- 12716 Stockdale Hwy Ste 200, Bakersfield, CA 93314
- Phone
- (661) 384-7032
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 8:30am to 7:30pm, Sun 9am to 6pm
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6. Happiness Nails & Spa
Why we picked it: The menu covers acrylic, gel and dip powder along with lash extensions and skin care. Services on the price list start at $7.
- Address
- 9530 Hageman Rd J, Bakersfield, CA 93312
- Phone
- (661) 589-2457
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9am to 7pm, Sun 10am to 5pm
7. Cali Nails
Why we picked it: Cali Nails lists full sets, fills, ombre and dip powder, plus gel manicures and pedicures. Kids services are on the menu too.
- Address
- 3400 Panama Ln Ste A, Bakersfield, CA 93313
- Phone
- (661) 837-4435
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9am to 7pm, Sun 10am to 5pm
8. Moshi Nail Spa & Lashes
Why we picked it: You can get nail art and eyelash extensions in the same visit. The site links to online booking.
- Address
- 4200 Stine Rd, Unit C, Bakersfield, CA 93313
- Phone
- (661) 885-6365
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9am to 7pm, Sun 10am to 5pm
9. Galaxy Nails & Spa
Why we picked it: The menu covers acrylic, dip powder and Gel-X extensions, plus waxing. The site links to online booking.
- Address
- 1601 Panama Ln Suite D106, Bakersfield, CA 93307
- Phone
- (661) 282-8117
- Hours
- Check the salon website for current hours
10. Citi Nails
Why we picked it: Citi Nails offers manicures, pedicures and acrylics with kids services, open seven days a week.
- Address
- 2710 Ming Ave, Bakersfield, CA 93304
- Phone
- (661) 397-5452
- Hours
- Mon to Sat 9am to 7pm, Sun 10am to 5pm
Bakersfield nail salons at a glance
| Salon | Area | Known for |
|---|---|---|
| Allure Nails & Spa | East Bakersfield | Gel-X and published price list |
| Royal Nails & Spa | Southwest Bakersfield | Full menu with silk wraps |
| Steri Nails & Spa | Northwest Bakersfield | Volcano spa pedicures |
| Pro Nails & Spa | Southwest Bakersfield | Early hours, online booking |
| Imperial Aura Nails & Spa | – | Nails plus facials, online booking |
| Happiness Nails & Spa | Northwest Bakersfield | Nails, lashes and skin care |
| Cali Nails | South Bakersfield | Acrylic sets and dip powder |
| Moshi Nail Spa & Lashes | South Bakersfield | Nail art and lash extensions |
| Galaxy Nails & Spa | South Bakersfield | Gel-X, dip and acrylic enhancements |
| Citi Nails | – | Basic nail care on Ming Ave |
Tips before you book
- Pick a color before you go with the free Nail Color Matcher, which matches shades to your skin tone.
- Look at the salon’s recent work on Instagram before you book, and bring a photo of the exact look you want.
- Not sure which shape to ask for? The free Nail Shape Finder suggests one for your hands.
- Save a few looks from our nail ideas before your visit so you and your tech are on the same page.
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Salon details were checked on each salon’s own website or booking page in October 2026. Hours and prices can change, so call or check online before you go. Spot something out of date? Email contact@nailstyleguide.com.
