Massage Parlor Reports

Recently saw Alina at Maria's Massage Therapy. Paid 55 for half-hour. Alina is a typical stoic Russian woman. She has an easy demeanor and she is not bad in appearance. I would guess she is in her early forties.

Her massage technique was outstanding in all respects including the standard finish. She is a pro. I asked if she would go topless but she doesn't. Bummer on that front. Only light roaming allowed. I tipped 45. I wouldn't repeat only because I need a girl that lets the twins come out and play.

Generally I hit places north of here however saw an add and hoped it would be at least 50% true. Would provide a link but it's not there anymore (phone ended with 9558) - showed a hot asian woman and said "22 - young. Independent - guaranteed young. Blah blah blah. ".

Turns out was at the Best Western on Waukegan road. She was 40 ish. And based on english could not have communicated setting up our meeting. Experience was a 3/10 and I should have walked when she opened the door but sometimes you just can't! Anyway. If you're chasing the dream in the add and they send you to Best Western, beware!

[QUOTE=aniboy777;3333511]I used to get a fabulous massage and usually found it quite enjoyable. I heard from one of the girls they recently had some LE action. Most importantly the washing machine is broken and has been for a long time. The towels and sheets are filthy and previously used without having been washed. I stopped going.[/QUOTE]Marta there is a sweetheart. I'd definitely see her again. Place is getting dirty, I agree. Back area near washroom really sux.

Visited a massage place Howard on a Saturday evening. Was busy at 7 pm Asked me to come back at 8 pm And assured me that she will give good, hard massage. So I ran some errands and came back at 7 pm Totally legit massage by middle age 40 something Asian woman. Not fat but some extra pounds around the middle. Covered the entire time during the massage. She did give a hard massage. Although I suspect that there is a difference between a hard massage by someone who does not know what they are really doing and a massage that actually uses touch to find places of tension and eases them. As I said, totally legit and no hint of extras at all. So when I was dressed and leaving, I handed her a twenty for a tip. Now here is my dilemma / question. She wanted a larger tip. Says that she worked hard. Says that hard massage is $75 not the $65 she charged me upon entering. I answered with the statement "more next time" - after all, that is what they tell us. And that seemed to satisfy her. So the question is: I assume that if the massage is legit that the MT is getting a piece of the entry fee. Am I correct or incorrect in assuming that? A twenty tip plus half of the entry fee is more than I make per hour! On the other hand, if the MT is really not receiving any portion of the entry fee, that is a problem in my eyes. Is it safe to assume that when the massage is legit that they are getting a cut of the entry fee? I would like to know others' thoughts on this.

[QUOTE=Aplayfulone;3361315]Visited a massage place Howard on a Saturday evening. Was busy at 7 pm Asked me to come back at 8 pm And assured me that she will give good, hard massage. So I ran some errands and came back at 7 pm Totally legit massage by middle age 40 something Asian woman. Not fat but some extra pounds around the middle. Covered the entire time during the massage. She did give a hard massage. Although I suspect that there is a difference between a hard massage by someone who does not know what they are really doing and a massage that actually uses touch to find places of tension and eases them. As I said, totally legit and no hint of extras at all. So when I was dressed and leaving, I handed her a twenty for a tip. Now here is my dilemma / question. She wanted a larger tip. Says that she worked hard. Says that hard massage is $75 not the $65 she charged me upon entering. I answered with the statement "more next time" - after all, that is what they tell us. And that seemed to satisfy her. So the question is: I assume that if the massage is legit that the MT is getting a piece of the entry fee. Am I correct or incorrect in assuming that? A twenty tip plus half of the entry fee is more than I make per hour! On the other hand, if the MT is really not receiving any portion of the entry fee, that is a problem in my eyes. Is it safe to assume that when the massage is legit that they are getting a cut of the entry fee? I would like to know others' thoughts on this.[/QUOTE]Some people work for a salary. Some people work on commission. Some people work on a small base, + commission. Some people steal. It shouldn't make a real difference. A "tip" should be your acknowledgement of good, quality service. Sometimes you know what the expectation / demand for the tip is upfront. Sometimes it's left to your discretion. Pay accordingly. Pay whatever you can afford to lose.

I knew one who was supposed to get half but she got screwed out of that a lot of the time. Other than that I'm sure others have better intel than I do on this.

[QUOTE=Aplayfulone;3361315]Visited a massage place Howard on a Saturday evening. Was busy at 7 pm Asked me to come back at 8 pm And assured me that she will give good, hard massage. So I ran some errands and came back at 7 pm Totally legit massage by middle age 40 something Asian woman. Not fat but some extra pounds around the middle. Covered the entire time during the massage. She did give a hard massage. Although I suspect that there is a difference between a hard massage by someone who does not know what they are really doing and a massage that actually uses touch to find places of tension and eases them. As I said, totally legit and no hint of extras at all. So when I was dressed and leaving, I handed her a twenty for a tip. Now here is my dilemma / question. She wanted a larger tip. Says that she worked hard. Says that hard massage is $75 not the $65 she charged me upon entering. I answered with the statement "more next time" - after all, that is what they tell us. And that seemed to satisfy her. So the question is: I assume that if the massage is legit that the MT is getting a piece of the entry fee. Am I correct or incorrect in assuming that? A twenty tip plus half of the entry fee is more than I make per hour! On the other hand, if the MT is really not receiving any portion of the entry fee, that is a problem in my eyes. Is it safe to assume that when the massage is legit that they are getting a cut of the entry fee? I would like to know others' thoughts on this.[/QUOTE]

In general Evanston. Skokie used to be much more "exiting" in respect of Asian massage, not anymore, I guess.

Please pm, if there is some available.

I got to know a Chinese MT that is legit and I asked about that and she gets 40% of the entry fee.

[QUOTE=Aplayfulone;3361315]Visited a massage place Howard on a Saturday evening. Was busy at 7 pm Asked me to come back at 8 pm And assured me that she will give good, hard massage. So I ran some errands and came back at 7 pm Totally legit massage by middle age 40 something Asian woman. Not fat but some extra pounds around the middle. Covered the entire time during the massage. She did give a hard massage. Although I suspect that there is a difference between a hard massage by someone who does not know what they are really doing and a massage that actually uses touch to find places of tension and eases them. As I said, totally legit and no hint of extras at all. So when I was dressed and leaving, I handed her a twenty for a tip. Now here is my dilemma / question. She wanted a larger tip. Says that she worked hard. Says that hard massage is $75 not the $65 she charged me upon entering. I answered with the statement "more next time" - after all, that is what they tell us. And that seemed to satisfy her. So the question is: I assume that if the massage is legit that the MT is getting a piece of the entry fee. Am I correct or incorrect in assuming that? A twenty tip plus half of the entry fee is more than I make per hour! On the other hand, if the MT is really not receiving any portion of the entry fee, that is a problem in my eyes. Is it safe to assume that when the massage is legit that they are getting a cut of the entry fee? I would like to know others' thoughts on this.[/QUOTE]

Blue & Aplayfulone, I can give you some tidbits to consider. (1) Many chains, like Massage Envy places pay by the hour. Like $15-$20. I don't know about the upscale SPAs. (2) Many Chinese places pay 1099 (contractor payments) by the massage. (zero customers, zero money) If licensed, 50% of door. Unlicensed people often 40%. We only use licensed people. And we also make sure they earn a living wage. (3) It is common (at other places) to charge $10 more for deep tissue, because, frankly, it is really hard work, compared to a lame Swedish massage. Those of you who have been to our shop know how hard Mei works. So people who know the business and who know the difference tip Mei (and Alice) appropriately, given that we charge a flat $55/ hour for what other places might charge $75.

In the case of your massage, she gave you (in theory) a $10 discount. (or $5 off her share). She made $32.50+$20 ($52) but she was probably hoping for a $30 tip ($62). Having said that, she was out of line complaining about her tip. Let's say I'm the owner of this shop. First of all, she cut the door price by $10 (my share $5). And then she made the customer feel bad. So, if I was her boss, I would coach her to be kinder to the customer.

Another way to look at this is to consider your out-of pocket. $85. That's a reasonable amount to pay, including tip, for a good massage. Had you come to our shop, $85 ($55 + $30) would place you on Mei's list as a very good guest. Massage tipping should never be thought of as a percentage of cost thing. Think of it as an all-in street price for a service. Years ago, I'd go to those foot massage places $28 per hour. I'd tip $30 or $40 which placed me on their all-time favorite list.

Frankly, you did nothing wrong. I'd say that shop is a little bit overpriced and the MT should have never shown her disappointment over any tip.

[QUOTE=BlueUc;3363060]I got to know a Chinese MT that is legit and I asked about that and she gets 40% of the entry fee.[/QUOTE]

[QUOTE=Bob521;3364044]Blue & Aplayfulone, I can give you some tidbits to consider. (1) Many chains, like Massage Envy places pay by the hour. Like $15-$20. I don't know about the upscale SPAs. (2) Many Chinese places pay 1099 (contractor payments) by the massage. (zero customers, zero money) If licensed, 50% of door. Unlicensed people often 40%. We only use licensed people. And we also make sure they earn a living wage. (3) It is common (at other places) to charge $10 more for deep tissue, because, frankly, it is really hard work, compared to a lame Swedish massage. Those of you who have been to our shop know how hard Mei works. So people who know the business and who know the difference tip Mei (and Alice) appropriately, given that we charge a flat $55/ hour for what other places might charge $75.

In the case of your massage, she gave you (in theory) a $10 discount. (or $5 off her share). She made $32.50+$20 ($52) but she was probably hoping for a $30 tip ($62). Having said that, she was out of line complaining about her tip. Let's say I'm the owner of this shop. First of all, she cut the door price by $10 (my share $5). And then she made the customer feel bad. So, if I was her boss, I would coach her to be kinder to the customer.

Another way to look at this is to consider your out-of pocket. $85. That's a reasonable amount to pay, including tip, for a good massage. Had you come to our shop, $85 ($55 + $30) would place you on Mei's list as a very good guest. Massage tipping should never be thought of as a percentage of cost thing. Think of it as an all-in street price for a service. Years ago, I'd go to those foot massage places $28 per hour. I'd tip $30 or $40 which placed me on their all-time favorite list.

Frankly, you did nothing wrong. I'd say that shop is a little bit overpriced and the MT should have never shown her disappointment over any tip.[/QUOTE]Sue from the long gone Technicolor told me that if the MT has a license the cut was 45-50% of the house plus tips. Without a license anywhere from 25-33% depending on how long they had been there. Average tip there was 40-60 dollars.

She did well, had a massage license, worked 6 days / week and averaged 5-6/ day.

Did Enya get busted? I'm not local anymore but I do get back there every so often. Still open?

[QUOTE=Chicag0;3382664]Did Enya get busted? I'm not local anymore but I do get back there every so often. Still open?[/QUOTE]PROSTITUTION.

A 51-year-old woman, of the XXXX of XXXXX in Morton Grove, was arrested for prostitution after grabbing and manipulating the genitalia of an undercover police officer at the Enya Spa on the 9200 block of Waukegan Road on March 23.

All of this leads the Morton Grove News to ask the following questions:

1. Trustee Grear, can you explain why the new ordinance did nothing to curtail the spread of diseases through unsanitary practices. Or why it failed to abate this nuisance and unlawful activity?

2. Village manager Czerwinski, does this mean that the administration saw nothing inappropriate in the behavior exhibited at the Enya Spa or was the action on the part of the undercover Morton Grove police officer part of the village's proactive measures under the newly modified ordinance?

3. Finally, not to seem ageist, but Mr. Village president, (or possibly any of the village trustees whose job it is to protect the quality of life in Morton Grove), explain exactly what is there about our village that would attract 51 year old hookers to ply their trade here?

Been there a couple of times. 70 at the door. Newer young girl who travels from China Town. Told me she is a student. Pretty face but skinny. Allowed roaming. Gave a decent massage and standard finish on the flip. Tipped 30 so I have been out of there for 100 all in. Great location off of a side street. Very discreet as opposed to some of the other ones talked about on this board that are located in strip malls off of busy streets. In the nicer part of Evanston if you want to visit after the sun goes down.

[QUOTE=OldChicagoDog;3384778]Been there a couple of times. 70 at the door. Newer young girl who travels from China Town. Told me she is a student. Pretty face but skinny. Allowed roaming. Gave a decent massage and standard finish on the flip. Tipped 30 so I have been out of there for 100 all in. Great location off of a side street. Very discreet as opposed to some of the other ones talked about on this board that are located in strip malls off of busy streets. In the nicer part of Evanston if you want to visit after the sun goes down.[/QUOTE]Is it a legit spa or do you get extras?

[QUOTE=Villa1028;3427724]Is it a legit spa or do you get extras?[/QUOTE]They go the extra mile for customers. You will leave happy.