So disappointed. Expected to get a hour foot massage, was given much more expensive deep tissue…read moremassage. I made an appointment online for an hour foot massage, when I arrived I was only asked "30 minutes or an hour" I assumed they knew I was coming and just said "hour." I was surprised to be taken to a room without footbaths...just figured that maybe they had changed things? Anyways, I don't enjoy deep tissue or heavy massages but I kept thinking while he was massaging "the foot part is coming I'm sure" ... it never did. It was a good massage but not what I had expected. Checking out is when I realized I was given the 70 dollar deep tissue instead of the 48 dollar foot massage. I did express my disappointment/ confusion and they took off 9 dollars. Anyways if you do go make sure you point at the menu at what you want and repeat it. If you made an online appointment don't assume they even looked at it.

They know what they're doing, they work on the body as a whole and understand pressure points, use…read morevarious techniques to get knots and tangles out, recommend ways to help tense muscle strains. I've been coming here for 2-3 years and the level of quality has remained consistent, the rooms are clean, peaceful, and dinner with lighting and music to reflect and promote a truly relaxing atmosphere. The med spas charging $120+ are shameful as I realized that the level of mastery does not even come close to what they premise: $70/1 hour deep tissue massage and I walk out of here feeling like a new person. I highly highly recommend to anyone!!!

Lovely spa. Will go again. Vibe was good and quiet. Service was high quality. I had a full body…read moremassage.

Came for a couples massage with my husband while we were on vacation! We had an amazing 90 minute…read moremassage with hot stones. I have had a few massages in the past, my massage at Melody Spa was most definitely in the top 3. We both left completely relaxed and rejuvenated. Everyone was extremely friendly and accommodating. If we are ever in the area we will be back.

Went in for a couples massage with my wife which was ok but they left the door open to the…read moretreatment room so we could hear street traffic and people talking/walking in and out. Asked therapists to close door but they said it needed to stay open. Went to try again with a Groupon and was told since I'm not a new customer I could not use it. Really disappointed with these experiences. Would strongly reccomend Mongolian Massage instead.

Very good massage. Lovely young woman did it. I will definitely go there again…read more The one thing I thought could be nicer is to have the place look prettier. Maybe some fresh flowers, something to make the place have even a tiny bit of charm

Love this place! I have an autoimmune disorder that causes joint pain and that sometimes attacks my…read moreAchilles' tendon. This along with sitting 10+ hour days in front of a computer makes for bad times sometimes. I cannot afford $70+ dollars each month for a possibly mediocre massage. Here comes Relax Center. It is not the prettiest place to look at, and the person massaging you may or may not smell of cigarettes. What sets this place apart is that you can get a one hour massage for $30 plus tip. I try to tip generously because I am unsure of what the employees are being compensated. There is a language barrier here because the majority of employees only speak Chinese. The person at the front desk speaks English so she can help with special requests or questions. Massages can be hot or miss depending on your masseuse. I have been to a few foot spas in the area and find this place is less choreographed and is able to work on your trouble spots. I also feel like you get a longer back massage but that could be me. Don't forget to pick up a punchcard on the way out!

This was one of the worst massage experiences I've had. The entire place was chaotic and anything…read morebut relaxing. The therapists were talking to each other at full volume the whole time, even after being asked to be quiet. Staff were arguing with customers at the front desk, people were constantly coming and going, and another customer was playing video games on their phone at full volume. The "reflexology" was just aggressive, fast, painful rubbing with no actual technique. I left sore, stressed, and wondering how this place has such good reviews. I won't be coming back.

I had my 2nd reflexology treatment today and I am walking easier, feeling significantly less…read morestressed and my posture has already greatly improved. Arlene is an authentic healer in whatever modality she applies. I have already booked my 3rd treatment and looking forward to receiving her wisdom and magic healing hands.

Arlene has a small frame but powerful hands! She spoke to my feet in ways that moved a lot of the…read morepain out. She touched trigger points all over my feet that made me want to cry with joy. It was "good pain". I haven't walked normal in years due to RA but am happy to have found her on Yelp. I plan on using her services to eventually get in high heels at least one good day!

I was visiting in the area for work and it was an intense couple of days, I saw this place and I…read morewas so excited! That's where it ended... This was probably the worst massage experience that I've ever had! It is a store front, but I never expected to receive my massage literally sitting in front of a window, for every person walking by to be able to observe!!! Like seriously? Then The actual massage... Absolutely boring and robotic technique! I felt as if I just literally given money away.... No relief, and the massage was actually shorter than it was supposed to be! I didn't even bother calling that out, because a few more minutes wouldn't have changed my experience! This one is a thumbs down for me!

This place is fantastic if you are looking for pain relief in neck, shoulders, low back, etc. You…read morecan walk in or make an appointment for chair or table massage. Yes, the therapists wash their hands and they wear masks. They have 15 min, 1/2 hour and 1- hour options. Me and my husband go there often to get chair massages. I really like the way they work the pain out in my shoulders, neck and back of head. They are also fantastic at reflexology, so if you've been up on your feet all day like me this is a bonus. The location is great as well because you can eat at near by (outdoor restaurants) when you are done with getting massaged such as: Na Korn, La Macchina, Farm House and Celtic Knot.

OMG This place is AMAZING!…read more Please go! I fell asleep like instantly and woke up with such a brain cleanse So glad this place is walking distance. Really enjoyed my time here and affordable!

This place is fantastic. I've never had to wait to be seen and they have an amazing table and chair…read moremassage, especially the foot massage. I'm a bigger guy and need very strong pressure and they don't disappoint!

Sara is amazing! Not only is she one of the best massage therapists but she has such a calming…read morecharm to her. Very cool.. Fixed my horrible back and has the great advice to boot. Go see her, your body will thank you.

I've been to dozens of different massage therapists in my life and I'm extremely picky. I'm glad…read moreI found Sarah and will be going back. Woke up this AM with a terrible neck pain and found Sarah on Yelp. I normally wouldn't look for a massage therapist in Evanston because I live in the city. But I was going to be headed that way for a meeting today and I have never found a great massage therapist in the city so I figured give Evanston a try. Luckily she had a slot in her schedule and fit me in same day. She is easy to talk to. Not too woo-woo. Down to earth, understands basic health and medicine that other massage therapists are sometimes clueless to. She is strong and goes deep without being a bull in a china shop - she is very smooth in her movements. Her office is clean, organized, and had a relaxed vibe. It was quiet too, which I really appreciate as many places I've gone to lately are really loud with thin walls. Plus, I love that it does not have smelly candles or potpourri. It was one of the best massages I've had in Chicago. I think she will be my go-to gal from now on when I'm needing to de-stress or have pain. I live near Andersonville and have tried many massage therapists in my neighborhood, but from now on, I'll be trekking to Evanston to see Sarah.

My boyfriend and I booked a couples massage on Sunday. We enjoy getting massages together and have…read morebeen looking for a place that offers couples massages. We left extremely disappointed. We booked deep tissue massages. My masseuse used way too much lotion, didn't apply any pressure and just aggressively rubbed oil onto my body. At one point, she intended to apply pressure to the arch of my feet (which are sensitive due to my plantar fasciitis) but her nails were not short so it felt more like being scratched. No one introduced themselves to us, they walked in while we were undressing without knocking or warning. During our massages, a bell kept going off. My masseuse walked out of the room 3 times, talking to someone about other clients. If I had been there alone, I would have walked out. This was the worst massage I've ever had. We will stick to VRC in Skokie. At least we receive quality massages.

Purchased a couples massage off Groupon and was a bit hesitant due to some of these other reviews…read morebut we both had an amazing massage (I think maybe one of the best massages I've ever had). Staff was friendly and courteous.

Such a great massage! Elena did a great job. Easy to schedule, clean and comfortable facility, easy…read moreparking. Highly recommend and will be rescheduling.

I had a massage today with Amy and she was INCREDIBLE. One of the best massages I have had in a…read morewhile. I have been running a lot more lately since the weather has gotten warmer and pulled a muscle recently. She completely reduced the pain in my leg and also the eliminated the tension in my shoulders. I can't wait to go back!