Visit Francis Nails
726 West Side Avenue, Jersey City, just south of Fairview Avenue. Call ahead to plan your visit, ask for your favorite technician, or ask any question about services, colors or designs.
Directions & parking
The salon is on West Side Avenue just south of Fairview Avenue, in the Marion section of the West Side. From Journal Square, head west toward West Side Avenue; from Lincoln Park, it is a short walk east. Buses run along West Side Avenue, which makes it easy to arrive without a car.
If you drive, street parking on West Side Avenue and the side streets nearby depends on the time of day. Allow a few extra minutes to find a space, particularly on Saturdays, so you can arrive relaxed.
Coming from McGinley Square or the Journal Square area, follow one of the cross streets west until you reach West Side Avenue, then look for number 726 just before Fairview Avenue. If you can't find the door, call (201) 433-5050 and someone will guide you in.
Fitting a visit into your week
Francis Nails is open six days a week. On Monday and from Wednesday through Saturday, the salon opens at 9:30 AM and stays open until 7 PM, which leaves time for an after-work manicure. On Sunday the hours are 10 AM to 6 PM. The salon is closed every Tuesday, so if a nail breaks on a Monday night, plan to call on Wednesday morning.
Weekends and evenings tend to be popular, especially before holidays, so calling ahead helps if you want a particular technician or a longer service such as a new set or detailed nail art. Simple services like a polish change or a basic manicure fit into a shorter window.
What to mention when you call
To help the salon plan, say which service you would like, whether you want gel or regular polish, and whether you are thinking about a new set or a design. If you have a favorite technician, such as Amy or Elizabeth, whom reviewers mention, ask whether they are working that day. If you are bringing a friend for side-by-side pedicures, mention that too so two chairs can be planned for you.
If you need to change your plans, a quick call lets the salon know and frees the time for someone else. And if you have a question about a service, a color or a design you saw online, the phone is the fastest way to get an answer before you make the trip to West Side Avenue.
What to bring, what to expect
A photo
If you have a shape, length or design in mind, a picture makes it much easier to get exactly right.
Open-toe shoes
For a pedicure, sandals or flip-flops help polish set without smudging on the way home.
A little time
New sets and detailed designs take longer. Plan your day so the work doesn't feel rushed.
Your feedback
Look over your nails before you leave, and mention anything you would like adjusted.
What happens at the salon
When you walk in, let the front know your name and the service you discussed on the phone. You'll be shown to a chair, and your technician will ask about the shape, length and color you'd like. Take your time choosing from the polish display; there is no rush.
If you have sensitive skin, allergies to any products, or a nail that is damaged or sore, mention it before the service begins so your technician can take care. At the end, look over your nails in good light, and for gel, check that every nail feels smooth before you head home. If something doesn't look right, say so while you're still in the chair; that is the easiest time to fix it.
Payment is simple: the salon takes credit cards, debit cards and tap-to-pay from your phone. Prices depend on the service and any extras, so ask at the front or call for a quote before you sit down.
Good to know
Are you open on Tuesdays?
No, the salon is closed on Tuesdays. It is open Monday and Wednesday to Saturday from 9:30 AM to 7 PM, and Sunday from 10 AM to 6 PM.
How can I pay?
Credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments are accepted.
Is there a restroom?
Yes, there is a restroom for clients.
Can I request a specific technician?
Yes. Call ahead and ask whether your favorite technician is working that day.
How much does a service cost?
It depends on the service and any extras such as gel or designs. Ask in the salon or call for a quote.
How long will my visit take?
It varies by service. A simple manicure is quicker than a new set or nail art, so mention your service when you call.
See you soon.
726 West Side Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306.