I paid for one hour Massage $73 after 40 minutes. I was asked to turn over and then asked if I wanted a hand job for $80. If I did not want a hand job it was $40 for the Massage. I said I still have 20 minutes left on the Massage in order to get the 20 minutes I needed to pay the $40 tip before she finished. I asked for a strong massage. It was not a strong Massage but since when did a $40 tip be mandatory for your Massage. I will never ever come back to this place again and I advise anyone to be careful Because if you don't want extra services, you will be overcharged and under Serviced. read more

I went here for a 1 hour massage with a sore back. Lili took me right away. She gave a strong massage that was very helpful and did an adequate job. Not quite my style, but a fine massage. I left an appropriate tip of $20. Please tip your massager well. These people work hard for a living. The place is convenient, clean and tidy. I'm giving it 4/5 stars because there was a lot of talking by the staff over the pleasant music and she cut the massage short at 50 minutes. I asked for further work on my hips and she massaged them for 5 minutes more. This place is a little cheaper at $55/hour but I guess at 55 minutes to the hour it's the same as $60/hour elsewhere. read more

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Ignore the old reviews. They offer very good massages and the business is well organized and responsive. When I call for an appointment they are ready and waiting when I arrive. read more

I loved my massages by Mimi until I was told I had to tip at least $20.00 apparently my $15-$20 tip was not enough. The massage: She was great strong yet gentle hands she took her time I explained my stress areas and asked her to focus on those and for most of the time she did. I came here 3 times and after every time I felt a good sore. I've read about a sauna and never seen it or was offered it. Service: I had no problem getting an a appointment with her. She is friendly, a couple of times she left the room to talk to someone and also answer the phone and talked on it which was not a big deal just odd to interrupt my relaxing time and then after my 3rd visit being told I need to pay more tip. I think I would not have a problem with it if I left no tip don't get me wrong she worked hard and I left what I felt was fair. I would suggest they inform the clients upfront to avoid any weirdness and uncomfortable situation. Sorry Mimi I've decided to not come back. read more

I've been here 4 times, and never had anyone demand a tip or be rude to me (I always tip at least $20, though). The woman at the front desk has always been jolly, and I have yet to make an appointment- I've always just walked in and they had someone to see me. Great massages- very firm pressure, therapists use their knees and elbows, good stretching. The last one did end with the weird hard slapping routine someone else mentioned (the others didn't), but other than that, awesome service for the price. (And the rooms are actually kept warm, which is a huge deal for me as I get cold super easily.) Not a fancy spa, but cheap, skilled, pleasant, and crazy convenient. It's become my go-to time-waster when I'm trying to wait out bridge traffic back to the city. read more

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Unlike many massage parlors, Theraputic Massage Center El Cerrito delivers a quality, and professional healing touch, at an affordable price. I have been going here for years, and I have never had a bad experience, In San Francisco, where such services are regularly mislabeled and customers are consistently ripped off by so called 'high-end,' spas, it is nice to know that there is a reputable and reasonable massage parlor that can be visited when you really need to heal. Thank you Theraputic Massage Center. *Note - This business is closed on Sundays. read more

Nice crap story here. Ok, Herbal mortar granite grinding, against 1 bone at a time. Let's get that out of the way first. No massage with oil on top like everyone else does. Tip. Card? Ok. (shows $21 on a receipt) Ok so, I didn't say any tip amount. "Oh ok so yeah it $21 only for tip it wont let me" (I see a $10 minimum sign right next to me) Can you give me back $10? I was going to give 10. "No sorry, no cashy on amee" Ok, refund it. Thanks. "Oh........... Ok" (Refunds) Yeah, $10 "Oh ok I put 10 on it" (Receipt is for $11) "$1 extra for card" BYE Don't go, telling you. These people act stupid but they're not. They think you are. And they will keep going, but be persuasive. read more

It's okay to ask for payment prior to massage but asking for tips before the session begins is a huge turn-off. My massage therapist Coco was not good at taking direction. I kept instructing her to my shoulders and upper-back however she continued to move away from this area. This place does not have a receptionist at the front so if the massuese are all busy they have to leave every time a customer walks in. My 1 hour session was cut 10 minutes short because they suddenly became busy.. Someone mentioned Corral in another review. She was really good and now is at a spa in Hercules. read more

My boyfriend and I visit here about twice a month - $100 + tip puts us in another place. Judy generally works on me and provides a massage as good as any I've ever had, from San Francisco to Sedona. It does seem, perhaps, "bare bones" and impersonal at first but, at this point , Anna, who runs the place, knows us well and greets us like friends. They know that we like to use the steam sauna before our massages and always have it on for us. And actually, I rather prefer their initial distance - this is a real experience and you won't be lulled into some false sense of relation with anyone here because they're trying to make money off of you. You will get a great massage. I have never been pressured into giving a tip but yes, I do feel that 20% or more is expected and obligatory considering the very inexpensive cost ($50) and the fact that they have to deal with your nekid bod in whatever condition it may be; hard, soft, stinky, heavily-perfumed, acne-ridden, dry or withered. read more

Great spot. Very professional but my therapist, as noted in a prior review, just stopped! She said, 'one hour', though her english was bad, nearly demanding a $10.00, 20% tip. (No bad english here). All and all an exceptional, inexpensive massage for an anthlete, though very impersonal. Although didn't like the ending when she slaps the hell out of your body......kind of like, get up, get out, give me my tip. Still a 4 star though....for the money. read more

My husband and I have followed Mimi to this place. We've been using Mimi for a couple of years now. She is fantastic! I've never had any 'tip' issues with her but we do tip at least $20. These masseuse work very hard and the 1 hour full body massage for $45 is extremely inexpensive in comparison to spas and are much better. I would agree that this place looks skeptical from the outside, except for the over head sign 'Therapeutic Massage, you wouldn't even know it's there but don't let the lack of aesthetics deter you. I've only gone to Mimi so I highly recommend her. I have her cell phone on speed dial read more

The massage was decent, it ended rather abruptly--almost like "oh, no it's time stop everything". So there was not the slow coming to an end and you're relaxed. She did put a lot into it, but it was more what happened afterward...I had left her tip on the table and I had tipped 15%. This is not a high end establishment with tea being served, the cozy robe and you don't get any down time to relax after the massage. So I thought 15% was reasonable and it was what I felt was the right amount. She promptly told me that it was not enough of a tip and told me to give her more! I gave her over that amount and walked out vowing to never come back. They just lost a customer! read more

Yes, this place totally looks shady from the outside. And yes, I was still a little skeptical even once I was inside. Once they lead you into the back, it gets less shady, and looks more like any massage/acupuncture place. I paid $35 for a very intense 30 minute massage for my aching neck and upper back. The woman masseuse I had was very strong and nice, alebeit a little chatty for my liking. It's especially hard when I'm trying to relax so she can really break up some knots in my back and I have to try very hard to understand what she's saying. She kept complimenting me on my hair h read more

I've been using Therapeutic Massage for several years. The place is no- frills, so if you are looking for a fancy spa experience, this is not for you. But if you are looking for a deep, therapeutic massage to get out all those stress-induced knots, look no further. The price is right, and it's always pretty easy to get an appointment. The therapists aren't real proficient with the English language, but they are very professional and proficient in their work. read more

I get regular massage and have tried many different places around the East Bay, and this is one of the few places I keep coming back to. The massages are consistently good no matter which massage therapist you see, I have always found the people friendly, and I have never been pressured about the tip, just thanked -- and being pressured to leave a bigger tip is probably the #1 reason I often won't return to a place (on principle; you shouldn't have a certain amount "demanded"). I would recommend this place to anyone, as it's affordable, professional, and has excellent massage therapists, as well as a free shower and "sauna" (steam) upon request. read more

Giving Coral 5 stars, I was in so much pain last night. Coral did a good job I didn't know I was still that flexible. I'm going to treat myself once a week much needed acupressure. read more

This is an update. Now under new ownership and even better than before. They accept credit cards now (no checks though) and have new staff who are amazing! $45 for the best one hour massage you will ever get. I tip $20 each time as they work soooo hard and are very intuitive and knowledgeable about the body. LOVE THIS PLACE!!! read more

Needed a shoulder massage bad, unfortunately Metta was all booked. I was a regular here back when Ann was the front desk/massage/schedular. The masseuses were chatty but I dont mind that much because the massages was good.I was pretty skeptical but after today ill be making my ER massage trips here. read more

This place really helps work out my sports injuries and I like a real firm massage which they deliver. I have found their accupressure to be consistent and thorough. This is the Chinese style and they know their stuff. Don't expect any med-spa type sacrial cranals or the like. They release a lot of stress that I build up in my muscles so inevitably I'm back in every other week or so. 10 tip for a 50 hour of intensive accupressure is a pittance. read more

I think they offer a nice massage. I try to visit once a month when possible. I have never felt pressured to leave a large tip. They normally work out my many kinks in my back and I feel like a new person when I leave. I hope to continue my services here as I feel they have earned my customer loyalty. read more

I got an excellent massage here from Lucy two days ago and still feel great! This is a clean and comfortable place for an excellent and affordable therapeutic massage. I am a long-time customer and have found all the massage providers to be professional and polite. I go here regularly as part of my health regimen and to get relief from chronic low back syndrome, which flares up occasionally when I am under stress. The providers are skilled in Chinese acupressure, which has been very effective for me. My favorite massage provider here is Lucy, who though petite is very strong, giving a hard, deep tissue massage as needed, relieving tension and aches and pains in my muscles and joints. I always feel rejuvenated after her massage. - Michael read more

Went there today on president's day. After reading all the reviews, I decided that it was worth a try. My shoulder and neck was killing me and the massage was good. Good pressure but didn't hurt me. $45 plus $15 tip. They asked whether I wanted to pay first. I did. It would have been perfect if it was just $45 without the pressure of a tip. read more

The masseuses here do a decent job. I didn't want to write a negative review, but after going here several times, I realized that they usually finish an hour-long massage in 50-55 minutes. Also, at $45/hr, I always tip $10, which is over 20%. However, the last time I went, I was told to tip $20 because $10 wasn't enough. I find it infuriating to be told how much to tip. The lady was very rude about giving me my change back. Bad business skills. read more

This place just wants your money. I gave 2 stars because first time my experience was nice. The massage was good and I made my payment without any problem. I gave the tip I wanted. That is why I decided to come here a 2nd time. I went in they asked me to pay before the massage actually started.I was ok with that and then she asked me if I want to tip. I was a little confused. I told her tip is usually after the service. She told me but some people tip before the service which sounded odd. Never in my experience anywhere in the world I have heard or seen that. I told her sorry I will tip after the service she gave me a weird expression and showed me to the masseuse. She was very nice but the massage was very horrible unfortunately. She did follow directions but it didn't seem like she knew what she was doing. The painful hour massage ended at 50 mins and then I gave her 15 dollar tip Eventhough I felt like giving 10$ because of huge turn off. She turned and told me you should give 20$ because that is normal. By this time I was really mad. I told her if you guys really are desperate for tips you should put up board here saying minimum tip is 20 $ which should be paid before the service. She said ok ok for now 15 but next 20 dollar please. Well there isn't going to be a next time. You want a good massage best go a block down Qi Gong. read more

I made an appointment for a 90 min massage., which was $75, an average in the area. When I checked in, I was asked to pay. I gave the person my credit card. She asked me for a tip. I said add $10. I was led to a treatment room and got ready. Another woman came in and told me that $10 tip was too low. I told her that a tip is gratitude; she can't force me to pay before the service. She said it was a part of the treatment fee. I said it's cheating, put my cloth back, and left. read more

Excellent deep tissue massage for $50. I have been going here regularly for 2 years and have yet to be disappointed.

I agreed with the previous reviews 110%. My job gets on the road a lot and I have had massages in many places around the world. Let me tell you TMC is always my favorite place to go to after a long and stressful trip. Anna and her staff are always sincere in providing the best massages to their customers. An appointment is always preferrable to guarantee your spot but walk-ins are ok too. A few times I just showed up without appts. and they were able to accommodate me without any issues. I highly recommend you to try their herbal steam sauna before your massage. In my opinion, it makes the massage even better. TMC rocks!!!! read more

message is not good, worst experience in terms of message, tips they are demanding which i think is not polite, i will suggest kabhki 8 in SF every pany worth is there, no way i am not going back to this place...... read more

massage is ok.the thing is regarding the tips that they ask for.i dont know the name of women who worked on me.usaually ,i am so generous and i always give a big tips to everyone wherever i go.what stops me from giving me is when someone indirectly ask the tips.so what happened is that $45 dollars for 1 hr and then she said another 2 dollars for the credit card whoh would be $47 dollars and asking me whether i wana add the tips.i was like.........god.....I told her that i am going to give in cash.despite being said.she at another %14 dollars as tips.i was kinda mad .but pretend as if i am not. read more