Hua Kang Best Qi Gong Tui-Na

This was SUPERB. My masseuse didn’t treat me like a piece of meat to be tenderized. She was very deliberate, totally on a mission to locate and eradicate knots and tension. And not a lot of frou-​frou nonsense. Just touch with intent. Wonderful work. I’m definitely coming back.

Recently tried this place for the first time and I will definitely be back! I am a personal trainer so my job is very physical and I try to get massages every once in a while to reverse that/​I found this place after a few clients of mine recommended it and I was NOT disappointed. It’s certainly a No-​Frills kind of place but the prices are very reasonable and the massage therapist I had (forgot to get her name) was amazing. I walked in without an appointment and was taken in right away. I told her what my problem areas were and she tended to them very well. So why only 4 stars? The lady actually answered her cell phone while working on me which I found to be very distracting an off-​putting. I hope this was a random and isolated incident as this place is right around the corner from me and I w plan on going back very soon!

No frills at all, but I use (and love) this place as a MUCH cheaper and more effective alternative to physical therapy for tight IT bands and other problems from running too many miles. It’s not particularly relaxing, but it works.

Late twenties male. Live in the neighborhood. Usually go here with a mission (ie. Please focus on these 1 or 2 spots in particular – you might need to gesture because English is not their first language). Been going here for a couple years now. Good massage at an affordable price. Open relatively late. The place is no frills but it seems clean enough, and I am not paying for a spa experience, I am paying to feel better.
What I will say is there are many different women doing the massages (apparently 1 male?) and obviously not everyone is equally talented, or uses the same technique. I experimented and experienced mostly good massages that had me coming back, one bad massage (she did some cracking spine thing that I did not like), and then found a woman I think is fantastic. Now I call ahead and only go to her.

I had been going to this place for the last 5 years and was always satisfied. Today, I went and was given a very inexperienced masseuse who had no idea what knots are. Previously, I’ve had masseuses here who would intricately work on each knot on my back, very gingerly and careful. This woman probably had no idea how muscles worked. She was just rubbing every which way, even in areas where there are clearly no muscles! She touched my breasts twice and was just rubbing every which way. Did someone show her a clip and tell her to go at it?

Ehhh, this place was not bad but not really good either. My go-​to in the neighborhood is Taiji, but they were booked up so I thought I’d give this place a chance. The place itself is about average for what you’d expect from a budget massage place: rooms separated by curtains and a fair amount of background noise of people in other rooms, people shuffling through the hallway, etc. That being said, it’s super cheap so you know what you’re getting into.
The massage itself was just ok. My masseuse spent a lot of time on «over the towel» macro work and not enough using more pressure and digging into my knots. She also didn’t get to my entire body in the HOUR session I booked, then asked if I wanted to do more time. I said yes, because I wanted a full body massage, but it felt like it was a ploy just go get me to pay more money.

Just, strange. I wanted to like this place, but left 5 minutes into the massage. You’re taken upstairs to an apartment room where the tables are divided by curtains. It smelled musty and not clean, but I figured I’d give it a shot. There was no music, so it was eerily quiet. I mentioned it to my female masseuse and she took out a phone to text someone about starting music (I assume?). Then I clearly heard someone peeing, and a male voice. It felt like 10 feet away from me and was just an awkward, not pleasant experience. Felt uncomfortable so I decided to stop the message and leave– the shady environment wasn’t worth the price. There are inexpensive things they could easily do to improve: play some calming music, get a few essential oil diffusers to mask the old apartment smell. And maybe don’t put a bathroom so close to the tables? If you do decide to give it a try, ask to be downstairs.

Affordable? ($ 48 p/h)Check. Clean? Check. Courteous? Check. Deep, nice, relaxing massage? Check.
Honestly, what more can you ask for? If you’re looking to having the experience depicted in Groupon spa pictures, this isn’t the place for you. The place is a bit cramped in that you probably can’t walk in twos along the hallway that connects the ‘rooms,’ but once you’re face– down on the bed, what difference does it make? Everything is very clean — bathroom included.
My friend and I called in advance for an hour-​long massage on a Saturday evening at 9:30, but I heard others just walk in and get served right then. As other posters have mentioned, the rooms are divided from the hallway by just a curtain with an open ceiling, so you can hear everything, but everyone whispers and is courteous so you can still fall asleep if you wish!
I never got my masseuse’s name, but she was absolutely wonderful. She always asked «too hard?» whenever she moved onto a different body part, or when she felt me flinch. I also loved that she didn’t spend too much time on my arms or legs — she invested more time on loosening my knots in my shoulder and neck, which I so, so appreciated.
My friend and I left feeling much, much lighter and happier. My eyes and shoulders had been sore this whole past week from just sitting and studying, but a full 24 hours later, I feel great! Will be returning:)
Tip: try to give the tip to your actual masseuse so that the owner can’t deduct against the masseuse’s will. I unfortunately didn’t know this when I went yesterday, but will try to do it next time!

I DO NOT RECOMMEND GOING TO THIS BUSINESS AT ALL.
WARNING: There is a tall, Mandarin-​speaking male masseuse who gives inappropriate, groping massages very near your private parts. I read through the reviews and see that I’m the *third* woman to complain about an inappropriate massage that left me feeling COMPLETELY VIOLATED.
Most of the massage was normal, but towards the last 20 minutes, he subtly got closer and closer to my private parts. He had a soft, hesitant voice, spoke with an accent, and wore crinkly sweatpants. At the end of the massage he was waiting awkwardly by the front desk.
It was a VERY UNPLEASANT EXPERIENCE.

Used to come here all the time once every two weeks. No more. It is a totally skeevie place to begin with. They put you in a tiny «room» on a bed with a paper sheet over it (making you wonder if they clean the sheets underneath) You can hear the workers talking nonstop to each other. Regardless you get what you pay for and I wanted a cheap massage. I went for an hour massage. And during my massage my masseur left me on the table twice alone to to answer the phone or talk with coworkers. I laid on the table for at least five-​ten minutes with no massage. I checked the clock afterwards, he didn’t add that time to the end. When I went to pay I gave him a 15% tip which is a perfectly acceptable tip for a massage and he had the balls to tell me he deserved 20%. I told him that no, he didn’t. Tips are subjective to service and that he left me alone for at least five-​ten minutes to attend to other business. He kept on bothering me until I literally had to walk out the door. So. If you want subpar service, and then to have someone badger you for a higher tip for said subpar service you got your place. You get what you pay for I guess.

I have been to this establishment several times and have always had a pretty decent experience. During my last visit I had a major issue with my masseuse and was incredibly upset afterwards. However I was eventually able to get in touch with the manager, Cindy, and am very happy with how the situation was resolved. Cindy is very professional and took prompt measures to ensure my experience wouldn’t be a repeat for anyone. I really appreciate Cindy’s help and would go back here again!

No frills, no English, awesome, deep massage. When I first called, I was totally confused. However, I stopped by and only had to wait a few minutes to be led to a room. There the masseuse (Tina) told me to lie down and then went to work. In 30 minutes, she went incredibly deep into my back, along with working my legs and neck. All for $ 26… Which was amazing. I’m definitely going back!

Having only gone four times I must say the best foot massages I have ever had. The staff is friendly and the prices are awesome. My feet feel afterwards that I could either do one if two things: Run a marathon or go straight to bed. Either way I am one happy camper!!!

As someone else mentioned, absolutely no frills but they will work extremely hard to get any tension that you have out! I should honestly go more often since it is so reasonable compared to places in the area. 48 for 60 minutes!
I would call before because I have gone there during the listed ours (Saturday at 9:15am) and they have been closed.

New York City law requires that places that offer massage conform to a specific building code. This massage p, ace does not have the peoper zoning and the space does not conform to the requirements of New York City law. New York State law requires massage therapists to be licensed. This law helps protect you by making sure a therapists knows how to safely massage and understands sanitary requirements. None of the therapists are licensed.
If you are injured by a massage therapists you may not be covered by any insurance because this pkace operates illegally.
Recently this massage place changedtherapists. The therapists now try to get you to extend your massage by touching you in ways they should not. They used to provide good, although licensed massage. Now theyrovide sex massages by therapists who are not very experienced.
The New. York State Education department regulates places that offer massage. I have reported this place to that department.

Not the prettiest massage place, but it’s clean, quiet, and they get the job done, and with remarkable skill considering that it’s not a «professional» massage place. I always feel better after leaving, and for a few days later too — though there is the mild soreness. But seriously you cannot beat the deal. Just note if you pay with credit card you’ll be charged a bit more for the processing or whatever, so I usually go with cash.

This is probably the best Chinese massage experience I’ve had in NYC so far and I’ve been to lots of places in Chinatown and various other areas around Manhattan.
The ladies there were very welcoming and polite. I just walked in and was getting a massage within minutes. The Masseuse was amazing… She really knew anatomy and hit all my trouble spots on my back, shoulders, and neck… Really good neck rub and massage! Don’t listen to the idiot, spoiled brat, psychos with the one star reviews.
These ladies are top notch professionals and you can bet your ass I’ll be back for more. :)

Very nice establishment. Very nice prices too. Qigong is intense and painful but I loved it. At moments I was trying so hard not to scream and others I was drooling. I can’t imagine everyone enjoying this kind of experience, so prepare for a little pain and pleasure before you step through those doors. Planning on going back!

I have been getting massages here for the past few years, and it really is as good as it gets– frills or no frills!
For just $ 48, I get 60-​minute full body massages, which means that even after $ 10 tips, they come out to less than a $ 1/​minute. And although I never ask for the same masseuse, they all have been equally relaxing and therapeutic.
Divided by curtains, the «rooms» are nonetheless private. Also, because the employees speak in whispers, the noise isn’t a bother. The tables are always covered with fresh linens, too. And even the bathroom is extremely clean!
Unlike some other Chinese places, you are given the option to take off all of your clothes, minus your underwear, and they use lotion to be able to give the deepest massage that you can tolerate and believe me, they can go deep! However, they always seem to know where to go and how much pressure to apply for the best effect, so while you may be uncomfortable at times, you always end up feeling much better than when you go in.
I recommend paying in cash, as credit cards are charged a surcharge. And not to forget to have a cup of water before you leave!

Came here for a massage and was violated!
Got here and was greeted by the desk guy perv who then said they had someone available to give me a massage. I was shown to where the bed was and was told to get undressed — so I did since this was pretty standard. I’m sitting there with the towel over my body and the PERV DESK GUY comes in and tells me to lie down where he then starts to massage me and grope my ass. I flipped out and said I WANT A WOMAN MASSEUSE NOT YOU!!! — I think this is when he backed off cause I was ready to cry rape.
I suggest if you’re going to come to this place for a massage you better be ready for perverted skeevy asian men to molest you.
I wouldn’t recommend coming here — go to Mama Spa they were much more accommodating, clean and not pervs! The prices are just about the same, the only thing is that you need to go downtown, but so worth it.