I chose this place because they use Dazzle Dry and that's a polish/system I like. When I use "regular" nail polish, I'm lucky if it doesn't start chipping immediately and I hate it to look like that so until I learned about Dazzle Dry, I would just get my fingernails buffed. But DD looks great and lasts for at least a week, even on my fingers, even after typing and cooking and so on throughout the day. I had a good experience here. There were a couple ladies who I think walked in and because they wanted to sit together, I opted to do my fingers first and pedicure second. It worked out ok but next time I might want to have them do it in the typical order both so that my toes have time to dry and that I can feel more free to use my hands during the pedicure. Luckily I was just listening to podcasts so I didn't need my hands much. The one star came off because I was slightly disappointed in their color selection or lack thereof. It wasn't tiny, but they didn't have nearly the range of colors that I was expecting. Lots of pinks and there were only a couple colors I would have wanted (luckily I found one of them), so I'm not sure what happens next time I come. I may call them to see if I can bring in my own bottle because I don't want to miss out on a color I really like because they don't have it or because someone else got there before me. My toddler was very impressed and she has said multiple times in the two days since I had my nails done that she likes my nails. I think for her birthday we're going to go together and have our nails painted. Now that she knows the outcome, I hope she's willing to be patient and enjoy the treatment. read more

French 4U - Nail Salons Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

New owner for a few years, super clean, fast and friendly! I like that you can make your appointment online and they are always prompt.

The people were nice. The process took a bit longer than I expected, so that's why I took off a star. But otherwise, the facility is super clean, no wait, and the nails did not chip/they lasted a few weeks. Overall happy with the experience. read more

French 4U - Nail Salons Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

A lot can depend on who you get for the services you're seeking, but for the price this place is great.

The pedicure massage chairs are brand new and very luxurious. The pedicure was relaxing and done well. Anna gives a great leg massage which was a huge bonus. Many pedicures I've gotten leave you wanting more. The atmosphere is relaxing and clean. I highly recommend this location. Their polish selection is large and organized! read more

French 4U - Nail Salons Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

I've been here twice to have a no chip gel manicure and will not be returning. I really like the convenience of making my appointment online but I do not want to waste my money any longer. Both times my nails chipped and polish cracked within a week. Just very disappointed! read more

The pedicure was awesome! Got a French the polish last 5 weeks plus. The pedicure itself was gentle, relaxing, and they were very thorough.

The service is fantastic. They always do a great job and don't rush. Very clean and relaxing. Online booking is a bonus! Love this place! read more

I arrived to my appt. and I was treated so incredibly rude by the only lady there that I stormed out less than 5 min. after arriving. No excuse for it. Apparently they don't need the business and they don't care who knows it. Never in my life.... just an embarrassing disgrace this nasty woman was. I wasn't impressed AT ALL! I'll never go back there again. I'm not paying someone my hard earned money just to be mistreated. It was so undeserved. read more

Friends-I had the BEST experience with my no-chip manicure. This is such a lovely nail salon! Please visit French 4U for your nail care needs. You won't be disappointed! read more

I had a no chip manicure there and will never go back. The young woman there did not understand the concept to NOT put no chip nail polish on the cuticle because it will allow water to get underneath and peel away. She did and I went back to repair it and Kim did a really bad job. I think they are new owners. Also, the pedicure with Kim was really painful when she was snipping away way too much skin and toenail. She was very rude and thought she knew everything. NOT! Never going back... read more

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Wow! It's been a long time since I have had such a wonderful pedicure. I truly felt pampered. Thank you!

So unprofessional. Las time I was a walk in and they told me next time I should make an appointment, so I did. It was for today to get my nails done for my wedding tomorrow but I have to be back to work as soon as my appointment was done. They just told me it was going to be a 15-20 minute wait longer plus the 10 minutes I was already there sitting. So, now I get to get married tomorrow without having my nails done because they couldn't keep their commitment. Won't be back. read more

This business has always had the kindest, friendliest and most gracious employees. They work to accommodate your timeframe as much as possible and provide excellent manicures and pedicures. read more

I was looking to get a mani/pedi and this place came recommended by a friend. I would never have looked twice at it since it's very unassuming from the exterior, but it's very nice inside! Mani/pedi was very nicely done, affordable at only $36, and the staff was friendly. Credit cards are accepted for payment, but tipping is cash only. read more

Worst pedicure I've ever received. Before I start with the negative, I will say that they do stay open past closing to accomodate customers, but do a VERY rushed job. As far as the actual pedicure went, my mom and I were sitting next to each other, and we had VERY different experiences. Most places will round out the corners of my nails, as they're pretty short to begin with. This lady decided to cut mine to the quick, and in some cases, all the way down to the skin (ouch! my left ring toe still stings.) They buffed only the nails on my right foot, completely forgetting my left, and did a terrible job anyways; the woman was litterally just smacking my toes with the buffer, not even bothering to get the actual nails. The sea scrub and hot towel treatment were nice, but felt rushed (slap-on, slap-off) and while my mom got a nice leg and foot massage, my pedicurist skipped that part altogether for me. A major thing for me are calluses. I'm a teller at a bank, so my days are ten hours of standing in the same spot in front of a computer, which builds up nasty heel calluses. My pedicurist ignored these completely; she swiped a paddle buffer over my left heel, but didn't touch my right foot at all, and ignored the balls of my feet as well. Lastly, the paint job was shabby; she took more time on this part than the rest of my pedicure combined. She painted them like she was still in beauty school, only painting the middle portion of the nail and leaving the back and side edges bare. The polish was globby and she got a ton of it on my skin. I ended up going home and repainting them myself, I was so frustrated. I did see other clients getting a small shoulder rub at the drying station, but we never made it there as there was a huge group of teenage girls who refused to leave even well after their nails were dry. The place seemed clean, although I didn't seem them cleaning the tools between clients, and when it came time to paint my nails, she pulled a handful of clearly used toe spacers out of her pocket to use on me. Also, the only english these girls seem to know are "sit", "switch" foot, and "pay now". I won't be back. read more

I pop into this salon 3-4 times a year and have always been satisfied. Not thrilled, but satisfied. It has an old-fashioned feel to it, which is not a bad thing. And they do a nice foot massage and scrub. My complaint isn't with the service; it's with the outright demand for a tip. When I entered, I noticed that they had a Venmo sign right by the Tips in Cash sign. When I was getting ready to get out of the chair, the manicurist came up to me with an iPad and said, "Tip please." And I said, "I wanted to ask about that Venmo sign," to which she shook her head and said, "no, cash tip please." (I wanted to ask if they wanted the tip via Venmo, but the more I asked, the louder she got, repeatedly saying, "NO, TIP please!)" Another attendant came over and she and I spoke, but by now I was getting angry as the first one STILL kept saying Tip Please! I turned to her and said, "yes, I get it. Just give me a minute!" I think this Tip/cash thing at nail salons has gotten a bit out of hand, but nothing like my experience at French 4U. I was really upset and I really felt harassed. I wanted to say, "Who SAYS I'm giving you a tip?" but I did, and it was 20% but that's my last visit to a salon I took my daughter to almost 30 years ago for a kindergarten birthday party! read more

Warm welcomes every time I arrive; excellent no-chip French mani just the way I like it; lasts at least two weeks; shoulder massage while they set; clean; no rush; this is the best place in Park Ridge IMHO. They accept credit cards but ask that the tip be in cash. read more

This place is clean, but honestly, the best nail technician at this place is GLORIA, who no longer works here. If anyone has her contact information or where she is employed now, PLEASE SEND ME A MESSAGE!!!!! Thanks so much! read more

This place has a really comforting and awesome feel when you enter the salon. The nail technicians are very welcoming with the customers. There is a good customer service! I would definitely want to come back to this place again!~ read more

French 4U - Nail Salons Near Me - Park Ridge, Illinois

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I haven't been back here in a while, nor do I really plan to. I tried ignoring the negative reviews and repeatedly rougher service that I had experienced here multiple times, but was finally unable to accept it anymore. The staff is friendly and you can tell that most care about their service, however it just doesn't go much further than that. I showed up at 6 one weekday as it was the only time I could come in before a big event, and I understand that they close at 7 and this only gave them an hour to give me a manicure, but the remaining 4 workers essentially turned off all of the lights around 6:45 and were crowded in front of the door waiting for me to leave as my nails were drying. This caused me to feel rushed even though my nails were nowhere near dry, and I eventually ended up scuffing them while getting in my car. Despite this incredibly unprofessional and rude service, I continued to go back multiple times. In these next times, I think every time I went I came out with bleeding cuticles. This is essentially the main reason why I can't bring myself to go back. It is very unsanitary to have this happen multiple times, and there is no reason to be so rough that my cuticles bleed, when I can just try cleaning mine up by myself. I really wish I could come back and that I could give a good review, but overall I have experienced too many negatives to do so. Mostly friendly staff, but can definitely receive way better service elsewhere. read more

Looks like new management, all technicians are nice and really good work for my nails^^ read more

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I've been coming here a year and a half. Quiet relaxing environment. The nail technicians don't rush and are friendly.

I've tried this place a few times since I live close by but it's not worth it. Rude & rushed. Seems like they feel like they're doing you a favor by having you come in. I paid extra for a 10 minute foot massage. What did I get.... 6 minute leg rub barely focused on my feet. .. waste of money. The girl next to me started before me n I was done with my manicure and she was still getting hers done not sure how that happens plus she got a neck massage mine didn't plus with wet nails had me carry my stuff n my nails smudged. Don't go to Lori. Don't bother coming. Dissapointed each time. read more

New to PR and needed a pedicure. I looked to Yelp for help! Saw the reviews for French 4 U and thought I would try it. Glad I did. The salon was super clean and very tranquil (no tvs were on, just nice music). The ped chair was very comfortable and the nail tech was great. Her name is Gloria. I ended up getting a manicure also. I will definitely go back. FYI-they do accept visa/mastercard but tipping is cash only. read more

A co-worker and I stopped in during our lunch break for pedicures. Great place! Clean, friendly, nice decor, no wait, and a job well done! I really enjoyed the foot scrub/massage; and the neck/back massage for a few minutes at the drying station is a very nice touch as well. They had plenty of nail stations and employees, so it's very accommodating. Pedicure only was $25. Most places charge $30 for a spa pedicure, so I think it's a great deal! It's rather unassuming, stuck in a strip mall with a 7-eleven and a dry cleaners, but it's worth a stop! read more

This place does a good, thorough and clean job with nails. Whenever I go to have my pedicure done the outcome is consistent and above satisfactory. I recommend this place for manicures and pedicures! read more

Absolutely the worst manicure I have ever had wish I could rate lower than 1 star. This place charged me $100 and spent two hours working on a dip manicure that in my experience should take 45 minutes and be no more than $60. Left with nails that were uneven and thick, when they started to fall off 10 minutes after leaving. I went to request a refund and they wouldn't offer one. Wish I had a picture to share how awful the treatment was but all of the nails came off within minutes. I have never written a review but for such poor service I hope this saves someone's nails and time. read more

I had gone to French 4 U a few times about a year ago for pedicures, and it was a great experience! Like a previous yelper states, Gloria was awesome, but is no longer there This place is TERRIBLE now!! I went there a few weeks ago to get a full set of pink and whites, and everything about the experience was awful! My appointment was at 5pm, and I was still there at 7pm while they were cleaning the floors and turning the lights off! It does not take 2 hours to apply nails. Not only was I rushed out, but within 24 hours 3 NAILS HAD BROKE!! They applied SOOO little acrylic that you could not do anything without them breaking. I went back the next day to get them fixed and they told me I was "rough on nail". Uhhhh no I was not rough on nail, you just suck! Within 2 days the french manicure was rubbing off and looked like crap. I do NOT recommend this place whatsoever!!! read more

Great place, the staff is knowledgeable, friendly and remembers your name and makes real connections with the customers. Love it!

I've been here twice, once when I was pregnant for pedi and once after to treat my mom. I love the atmosphere inside and the ladies are all very nice, but I ended up getting a toe nail fungus from them..yuck. My mom got it too and I don't ever go and get a pedicure so it wasn't from any where else. So that could only mean they don't clean their tools and pedicure bowls very well. And they don't turn down clients that have a fungus..which is disgusting. So now I'm weird and bring my own tools to nail salons because I don't ever want that to happen again. read more

I got a no chip and pedicure here last week from Jay. He honestly gave me the perfect no chip. I'm still admiring it. If you need a great manicure and pedicure, Jay is your guy! read more

It's a nice place on the inside, but the service to me was unfriendly. The first experience a year ago wasn't a happy relaxing time. The only reason I returned was to use a gift certificate I received. No smile or eye contact. I felt rushed choosing polish color even though no one else was waiting. Jenny did not change her pressure on my feet even though she saw that I was sensitive. There are plenty of other nail places around who will treat you like a valued customer. A simple smile goes a long way. I know I will go elsewhere. read more

so my name is Erica. Truly, i dont like this place. Every workers freindly nice. However salon's manager Lori. Who had such fake smile tricky catch, goofy smile. Last year i was servicing this place. When i doing manicure, Manicurist girl who forget charged for the manicure /pedicure. I was doing just manicure. But the manager making so mad to MAnicurist girl looked her. Im so symphatized her. Then I told to the manager "this is no big deal" while she bring my pedicure's value. I thought Everybody looking nice, clean environment but the manager such a goofy just think about by yourself And money . Sorry I dont recommend to you read more

I have never in my life done a review on yelp however the pedicure I just had warrants this review. I have been to French 4 U multiple times before and have been generally pleased. Today I received a pedicure from Liah and it was terrible. The whole pedicure took 15 minutes and she barely sloughed the skin off my feet. I think it's time to try a new place in town for a pedicure!! read more

I've been going to this salon for years, and I have always had great service at reasonable prices. Clean, spacious and welcoming. I never have to wait, and the technicians are friendly and courteous. They do a beautiful job, especially the pedicures. I love the massage chairs, and relaxing atmosphere. I will continue to go to this salon as long as they are in my area. I would highly recommend this salon. read more

Absolutely the WORST nail salon EVER! 1. They are overpriced 2. Bad customer service- I was pushed around to 3 different staff for my french manicure 3. I went here to get a special full set manicure and pedicure for my wedding day and the day after my wedding my fake nails fell apart..literally...piece by piece . Would not recommend them at all! read more

The nail salon has a great service with great and friendly people. When you enter the salon, you will get warmly welcomed with joy and the nail technicians do an awesome job with manicures and pedicures or any service you like~ Just know that this salon doesn't take cash for tips and they don't do acrylics. They do no chip manicures regarding to acrylics. This is a nice place with fancy interiors and I would come here often to get my nails done~ :) read more

I am never going here again. I used to frequent this place quite a bit when Lori was in charge but since then it has been all down hill. I went for a mani pedi three days ago and had the rudest woman working on my toes. Now I have the worst toe nail infection ever. This has never happened to me before. She seemed very sloppy and now I'm freaking out over their lack of hygiene. I will be finding a new nail salon read more

I gave this place 4 stars for a few reasons. First, it's clean. Second, manis are $14. Third, they are efficient. Fourth, they are nice. Rarely have I gone to a nail salon of this caliber and been warmly welcomed. Here though I'm always greeted with a cheery smile and hello, and then they get down to business. I appreciate that. I don't need too much small talk. I'm only there to enjoy the process of someone making my nails look pretty. I could do without the TV, but it's not any more distracting than my phone. The shoulder rub is a nice little bonus. Bring cash for tips. read more