Nails done right, down to every detail.
Number 1 Nails Salon is a calm, clean nail salon at 742 West Side Avenue in Jersey City. Manicures, pedicures, gel, tips and gel, nail designs and lashes, in a quiet room with friendly people.
Everything for hands, feet & lashes
Six services clients mention in their reviews. Ask in the salon or call for a quote, and book ahead for longer services.
Nail designs
From clean accents to full sets of art. Clients call out the great designs, so bring the idea you love.
Gel manicure
Glossy, long-lasting gel color, cured under the lamp and shaped the way you like it.
Manicure
Shaping, cuticle care and polish, done with care.
Pedicure
Sit back, unwind, and leave with fresh feet.
Tips + gel
Added length with tips, finished in gel for a strong, polished set in the shape you choose.
Lashes
Lash services are available too. Ask about the options when you call to book.
Your nail salon near Fairview Avenue
Number 1 Nails Salon is at 742 West Side Avenue, Jersey City, NJ 07306, just north of Fairview Avenue in the Marion section of the West Side. It is a few blocks from Lincoln Park, a short ride from Journal Square and McGinley Square, and on the bus routes that run up and down West Side Avenue. For neighbors, it's the salon on the way home; for everyone else, it's worth the trip.
Step inside and the pace changes. Reviewers describe a quiet, calm atmosphere, a pleasant scent and a clean room, with friendly staff and quick, careful service. It is a place to switch off for an hour while your nails are done properly.
The name of one technician comes up again and again. Clients say Thao is the best, that she takes her time and is right on point with all the details, and one client wrote that she is always very happy and that all the staff are amazing. Other reviewers simply praise great service and very nice employees. One longtime client says they've been going here for over 15 years, and reviews mention a mother and daughter who visit together.
With hours until 8:30 PM from Monday to Thursday and a Sunday schedule too, it's easy to fit a visit around work. Call (201) 200-1500 to book your appointment and ask for Thao.
Why clients keep coming back
Detail-first work
Reviewers praise technicians who take their time and get every detail right, from cuticles to the last coat.
A calm, clean room
A quiet atmosphere, a pleasant scent and a clean salon: the setting clients mention when they explain why they return.
Seven days a week
Evenings until 8:30 PM early in the week and Sunday hours too, so there's always a time that fits.
How to get the nails you want
Start with a phone call; the salon's listing says appointments are required. Tell the salon which service you would like, whether that is a simple manicure, a pedicure, gel, tips with gel, a design or lashes, and ask for your favorite technician if you have one. Longer services like full sets and detailed art need more time, so mention them when you book.
On the day, bring a photo of the shape, length or design you love, and choose your color before you sit down. While you're in the chair, speak up if you'd like anything adjusted. Before you leave, look over every nail in good light. It's your appointment, and it should end with nails you love showing off.
What clients say
Ninety-five clients have reviewed the salon on Google. Three of them, word for word:
“Thao is the best!! Always does a great job, takes her time & is right on point with all the details!!”
Nakida Brown · Google“Great service and very nice employees.”
Victoria Johnston · Google“My experience at Number one nails is always Exceptional.”
Ana Diggs · GoogleBefore you book
Do I need an appointment?
The salon's listing says an appointment is required, so call (201) 200-1500 to book. Mention the service you want, especially for tips, detailed designs or lashes, so the right amount of time is set aside.
Can I ask for Thao?
Yes. Reviewers often mention Thao by name for her attention to detail. Call ahead and ask when she is available.
What services do you offer?
Manicures, pedicures, gel manicures, tips with gel, nail designs and lashes. Call to ask about anything else you have in mind.
How much do services cost?
Prices depend on the service and any extras, so please ask in the salon or call for a quote before your appointment.
How can I pay?
The salon accepts credit cards, debit cards and NFC mobile payments such as tap-to-pay.
What are your hours?
Monday to Thursday 9 AM to 8:30 PM, Friday and Saturday 9 AM to 7:30 PM, and Sunday 9 AM to 5 PM. Open seven days a week.
Book your No.1 look.
Call to book your appointment at 742 West Side Avenue. Open seven days a week.
Call (201) 200-1500