Quiet care,
beautiful nails.
Francis Nails is a calm, friendly nail salon on West Side Avenue in Jersey City. Manicures, gel, pedicures, new sets and designs, done with patience in a clean, welcoming room.
Six simple things, done carefully
These are the services clients mention in their reviews. Ask in the salon or call for a quote.
Manicure
A simple, neat manicure: shaping, cuticle care and polish, for hands that look looked after.
Gel manicure
Glossy gel color that is cured under a lamp and made to last longer than regular polish.
Pedicure
Time to sit back while feet are soaked, cared for, shaped and finished with polish.
New sets
A full new set in the length and shape you want. Bring a photo and describe the look.
Nail designs
From a subtle accent to seasonal and summer designs, ask about the look you have in mind.
Cuticle care
Careful cuticle work that keeps nails tidy and helps polish sit cleanly and last.
A calm room in a busy neighborhood
Francis Nails sits at 726 West Side Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306, just south of Fairview Avenue in the Marion section of the West Side. It's a few blocks from Lincoln Park and a short ride from Journal Square and McGinley Square, so it is an easy stop for neighbors on their way home, between errands, or on a quiet Sunday afternoon.
West Side Avenue is busy, with buses, shoppers and traffic all day long. Inside, the pace slows down. Clients describe the salon as clean and the staff as friendly, welcoming and kind, and one review called the service excellent. It is the kind of place where you can sit for a simple manicure, put your feet up for a pedicure, or take your time choosing a color.
The work is everyday and essential: neat manicures with careful cuticle care, glossy gel that lasts, relaxing pedicures, new sets in the shape you want, and nail designs for the season. Many clients have a favorite technician, and reviewers mention Amy, who has the first chair as you walk in, and Elizabeth, who one client called patient and skilled. If you have someone you like, ask for them by name when you call.
The salon is open six days a week, with longer hours until 7 PM on most days, a Sunday schedule from 10 AM to 6 PM, and Tuesdays off. Call (201) 433-5050 to plan your visit.
What matters here
A clean, calm room
Reviewers describe a very clean environment, which is the first thing you want from a nail salon.
Kind, welcoming people
Friendly staff and a warm welcome come up again and again in what clients write.
Technicians you can ask for
Regulars have favorites. Reviewers name Amy and Elizabeth, and you are welcome to ask for yours.
Open six days
Evenings until 7 PM most days, Sunday afternoons too, closed only on Tuesdays.
How to get the nails you want
A good result starts with a clear conversation. When you call, say which service you are after, whether that is a simple manicure, gel, a pedicure, a new set or a design, so the right amount of time can be set aside. If you have a technician you like, ask for them by name.
Bring a photo if you have a particular shape, length or design in mind, and look at the colors before you sit down. While your nails are being done, speak up if you would like anything changed: a little shorter, a little rounder, a different shade. Before you leave, take a moment to look over your nails in good light. It's your hour, and it should end with nails you are happy with.
In their words
“I have NO complaints! Amy always does a great job with my nails.”
Lorraine Barbee · Google“Elizabeth is my fav nail tech. Def recommend her. Very kind and has skills.”
Yaraimis Harris · Google“They were very welcoming and kind.”
Maria Osilla · GoogleBefore your visit
What services does Francis Nails offer?
Manicures, gel manicures, pedicures, new sets, nail designs and cuticle care. If you have a specific shape or design in mind, call ahead and describe it.
Do I need an appointment?
Calling ahead is the easiest way to plan your visit, especially for new sets or detailed designs that take more time. Call (201) 433-5050 to check availability.
Can I ask for a specific nail technician?
Yes. Clients often ask for their favorite technician by name. Reviewers mention Amy and Elizabeth, and calling ahead is the best way to check who is in that day.
How much does a manicure or pedicure cost?
Prices depend on the service and any extras such as gel or designs, so please ask in the salon or call for a quote.
What payment methods are accepted?
Francis Nails accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments such as tap-to-pay.
When are you open?
Monday and Wednesday to Saturday from 9:30 AM to 7 PM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM. The salon is closed on Tuesdays.
Take an hour for yourself.
Call to plan your visit to 726 West Side Avenue.