Massage Parlor Reports

[Steve Naive]

After a lot of yard work on Saturday, I decided to go for a massage. I had a good time at Knapp St, last time. I brought the number from my notes with me, and called when I got to CT.

I was surprised that the lady who answered told me the address was on Harrison St, second floor, but I went there. It is NOT the place at the barber pole from some time back. It's a nice place, newly refurbished and clean. May (English name) was a strong-looking and pleasant Chinese lady, perhaps in her 40s. I was quoted 1 hour massage for $70.

Now some of you are more interested in having a young and attractive lady for your massage, and I can understand that. But for those of you looking for a good therapeutic massage, let me tell you a little secret: you'll get a much better therapeutic massage from someone who is a little older, like May (or Aiko). They have survived in the business because of their skills.

I started with a bathroom break. There's a shower, apparently available for customer use. The small room had a good, new massage table. May chatted with me as I started to undress, then discreetly left as I got to the last bits.

I asked for a strong massage, and I got it. She used oil, sparingly, enough. Spent a lot of time on neck, shoulders, back, perhaps sensing that I needed a lot of attention there. Less on arms and hands, then hips and legs.

I never like it when monitoring the phone is part of the deal, but the calls were short, and most of the time she kept at the massage with one hand. But the bell rang - a new customer, so she made a couple of calls to get her partner to come in. So a few interruptions - but judging by the clock, I think she made up for them with a little extra time, so no complaints.

What some guys call "teasing" may just be part of the Chinese massage, because in my experience Chinese masseuses are not shy. Fingers go where they go. Of course, sometimes there really is teasing, but (at least on this first visit) I did not get what I would call real teasing... except that when she finished working on my back, before the flip, she did thes wonderful gentle strokes with her fingertips all over, ending in a way that suggested that I might be happy at the end.

Before the flip, a hot wet towel to clean up the excess oil, and then a dry one. I have come to expect such services from a quality MP.

On the flip, she did even more work on my sore shoulders. My face and head. Chest and stomach. Legs. I had the sense that a good amount of time had passed, and she announced that the hour was up. I mentioned an area she had missed, and with a little reassurance, she took care of that... very nicely indeed.

I wondered why the number I had was not for Knapp St as I expected. Perhaps these numbers travel as their owners go to a new shop. The number (which ends with 7082) may have belonged to her partner, who she recommended for my next visit... Alice, perhaps the same one that has been discussed here before.

I thought I tipped her according to Big Bobby35's guide, but realize now that I was a bit light on the tip. She seemed satisfied but not overjoyed, but encouraged me to return. I headed to a nearby restaurant where they have a special on lobsters for $8.95 for one or $14.95 for two. Talk about a happy ending! For me, I mean, not the poor lobster.

Overall I give 8 for massage quality (10 is reserved for my local therapeutic-only masseuse, who also costs a bit more, and who requires booking two weeks in advance). Finish was a 9. She was decent looking for a woman her age, but I wasn't there for looks. Yes, I would definitely go back. I might try Alice next time for variety, but would be happy to repeat with May too.

Back at home, I googled the full number and found a "Grand Opening" ad for this place on CL, with all the details you'll need. You'll also see that there are rates for 30, 60, and 90 minutes.

Maybe one of you can fill in the details about how 7082 moved from Knapp to Harrison?

[Member #4063]

I think this is untrue, I have not been there, but Alice formerly of Knapp St. is supposed to work there and she is a very nice she. I suspect this is a competitor writing to scare customers away. I am fairly sure the there are post-ops at a number of Jolin's places.

Jack

[Bigbuzz]

I saw this in the rant & rave section on Cl. Tell me it's not true. If it is so I will cross them off my to do list.

http://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/rnr/1457446754.html

Went to the Tremont St place above the pizza store and met Siu who is a middle aged chinese woman. For .7 all I got was the massage and she wanted way to more than I had for a HE. Decent massage but the room sucked.

[Craven Head]

Unlike most of you mongerers, I prefer the quick in and out. Lie down. Give it some tease. And get the HE done with, at a reasonable donation. Actually, she doesn't rush you at all.

Ling advertises in the Phoenix. She used to work out of Brighton but she is in Chinatown now. According to her, there is less LE hassles. (She is sporting a government issued ankle bracelet. LOL ) If I had to guess, I would say she is 35-40yo. She works out of a tiny apartment in CT. It's off an alley in the back of a building. I've been there numerous times. Never had a problem.

If you're into a great prostate massage. You have to go see her.

She'll even let you roam and probe her too.

For a 30 minute massage, with the prostate action, and a HE, the total dames was .60

Digits available for senior members.

[Bigboy22]

Here is a report from the Springfield newspaper on-line. The big news here is the implication of organized crime out of NYC. I still think the actions are over the top and it is not apparent that they have much of a case.

Jack

http://www.masslive.com/news/index.s...assage_pa.html

Closing eight AMPs by only two or three "experienced" police investigetions is not at all comply with the legal rules in this country. I happened to visit one of the places a couple of times. It's pretty clean. The state licenses are posted on the wall with the girls names on it. The door is not allowed to be locked during massage. In the process, I did ask for "extra" and was told "if I did it, I would be let go." I tipped them simply because of their friendly attitude and better than average massage. I tell you: if that place is closed for prostitution charge, all Boston MPs should be closed. Belive my twenty years of experience, if I say that is a legit place, 95% of the chance it is. You can see that from the girls attitude, right?

[Harderik]

I went, but will not return. not even just for massage if tha'ts all I wanted. I've had a lot better at other HE places. no tease, no accidental brushing, not even DIY.

I took the bait w/ the suggestive wording in their ads "pretty young therapist"

"table shower". bait n switch. If they want to be legit - fine, no problem. just don't try to fool us horny mongers because we won't return.

Heartily agreed! One of the most important rules of business is to get recurring revenue. Doing a bait and switch is just simply bad business. They might get the occasional monger being fooled and stopping in, but that will disappear very, very quickly. In the meantime, legit people (their actual audience) probably won't go there because they'll assume it's not a legit place. If you want to be a legit spa, advertise as such!

[Member #4063]

Here is a report from the Springfield newspaper on-line. The big news here is the implication of organized crime out of NYC. I still think the actions are over the top and it is not apparent that they have much of a case.

Jack

http://www.masslive.com/news/index.s...assage_pa.html

[Dan Wesson]

I mostly agree with HD. Angel will NOT do extras. She made that clear to me in an interesting way (told me "I am not your courtesan", I loved that choice of words). She does work no draping on back and have had her just toss a wash cloth on the front.

However, she does get the occassional employee who does do extras. I think she put her foot down on that as well a year or so ago and I stopped going.

If you have never had Angel's light touch massage, try it. It will make you nuts. On second thought, maybe you should skip.

[RickyRicardo]

Thanks Dan. Same question then for Spa A. I have been there plenty of times during the week as well but stick to one girl (PM only on her)who does not work weekends. Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks
RR

Spa B is closed on Sundays. Check out Spa A for a change.

[Dan Wesson]

Spa B is closed on Sundays. Check out Spa A for a change.

I usually frequent during the week where I can see my usual (Chrissy). But...I want to go today and have no idea on the weekend staff. Can someone PM me on who to choose?

Thanks
RR

[RickyRicardo]

I usually frequent during the week where I can see my usual (Chrissy). But...I want to go today and have no idea on the weekend staff. Can someone PM me on who to choose?

Thanks
RR

[Mbk1999]

I guess I would have to agree with other reviews, Eastern is strictly a massage parlor that offers, surprise. A good massage for a reasonable price.

Perhaps this is a sign of the times, a competitor with Massage Envy that offers a 'bit' more but not a 'lot' more.

[Boston Ampfan]

Amazing that so many new AMPs are around....massage quality varies from non-existent to reasonably good and lately it seems the new places offer no extras. But they must be in business for a reason--i.e., they must be making money, but how?

BTW, thanks for your review. Saved me the trouble..as well as money.

Haven't been on the board for a while, hence, did not see the Oasis review and made the mistake of a recent visit. I've had some pretty bad experiences in all my years in the hobby, but this 'almost' trumped the few that I actually walked out on in the middle of the session for one reason or another.

First off, this place is an old 80's style office type. You know, the old-time booker keeper's office, a place a social worker my have a mailbox at, physicians office, etc. To say the least, the place boarders dumpy, no doors for the rooms, old carpets, who knows how many coats of paint on the wall and so on.

Made an appointment with Stephanie, actually ended up getting the so-called massage with her too. Room was dark and hot, not comfortable, but hot. Uncomfortable table, the type you may come across at a yard-sale. The two ladies running the place are young and in my opinion are trying to make a buck. Extremely unprofessional, most likely due to their age and lack of experience.

Laid on the table and she wanted to drape me with some blanket that was filthy, told her no and she brought in some towels to cover me with. Can't say it was much of a massage even from the beginning, more like a rub and pinch motion (awful). About twenty minutes in I very politely told her to stop and suggested we move over to the foot massage she has setup in the waiting area. I could tell she was a little disappointment. I calmed her down with a little white lie about my bad back and we moved forward.

The foot massage was decent. She did put a little more effort in. Told her to keep the house fee and left with a smile.

I do hate writing bad reviews, however, this place really gets negatives from appearances thru service.

We all know, it all evens out at the end of the day. Yes, the sure things are nice and we all have our secret providers we don't share, but we can't help but crave variety. Of course we all think our experience will be different and so on, but in this case I felt I just threw money out the door period. I can always make light of it, even if it didn't go as expected, but sometimes, even the old-timers have to vent.

Thanks for listening!

[Masmanb]

Haven't been on the board for a while, hence, did not see the Oasis review and made the mistake of a recent visit. I've had some pretty bad experiences in all my years in the hobby, but this 'almost' trumped the few that I actually walked out on in the middle of the session for one reason or another.

First off, this place is an old 80's style office type. You know, the old-time booker keeper's office, a place a social worker my have a mailbox at, physicians office, etc. To say the least, the place boarders dumpy, no doors for the rooms, old carpets, who knows how many coats of paint on the wall and so on.

Made an appointment with Stephanie, actually ended up getting the so-called massage with her too. Room was dark and hot, not comfortable, but hot. Uncomfortable table, the type you may come across at a yard-sale. The two ladies running the place are young and in my opinion are trying to make a buck. Extremely unprofessional, most likely due to their age and lack of experience.

Laid on the table and she wanted to drape me with some blanket that was filthy, told her no and she brought in some towels to cover me with. Can't say it was much of a massage even from the beginning, more like a rub and pinch motion (awful). About twenty minutes in I very politely told her to stop and suggested we move over to the foot massage she has setup in the waiting area. I could tell she was a little disappointment. I calmed her down with a little white lie about my bad back and we moved forward.

The foot massage was decent. She did put a little more effort in. Told her to keep the house fee and left with a smile.

I do hate writing bad reviews, however, this place really gets negatives from appearances thru service.

We all know, it all evens out at the end of the day. Yes, the sure things are nice and we all have our secret providers we don't share, but we can't help but crave variety. Of course we all think our experience will be different and so on, but in this case I felt I just threw money out the door period. I can always make light of it, even if it didn't go as expected, but sometimes, even the old-timers have to vent.

Thanks for listening!

[Hand Deliver]

While getting my tires rotated at Sullivan Tire in Framingham, I was motivated to go back to Angel's Magic Touch, which is across the street on Union Ave. So I called mid-week in the evening/early night. I called on a cell phone number I have and Angel said she was closed and gone. Then, I got a call back, and she said she would meet me there.

Well, although there are never any extras at Angel's (she even apologized again for that), and everything is draped, I think I get the best and most relaxed massage anywhere from her (except for the ultra expensive salons). This week was no exception.

The massage was thorough and non-stop for over an hour. From the head, to the earlobes, to the top of the ears, to the face. Then the neck, arms, fingers, and the full walk on the back. Nice and deep and continuous. She does the legs, toes and feet. She does not give me that ticklish feeling when she does the bottom of my feet (a lot of providers who do the bottom of my feet tickle me and make me twinge, which I do not care for). Soft Asian massage type music, and a nice comfortably warm room. Then the flip, and it is all the same on the front side. The only un-massaged part of the body is the detour at and around the vertical organ. Sometimes they can border on too much oil or lotion. The grand finale is a head-to-toe front and back warm towel rubdown.

She is Cambodian I think but spent time in Thailand, or something like that. She has wall diplomas up the ying-yang. They do not do nails, but they do men's waxing in the place if you are into that (I'm not). There is a younger girl who gives massages as well. Both are articulate and easy to understand, which makes the massage more enyoyable for me.

When the massage was completed, the only stone unturned were my stones themselves. That won't stop me from going back for more though!

[Hey, I usually throw them away, but I was bored and just opened one of those blue coupon packs in the mail while finishing up this post, and there is a .39 offer for a 1 hour massage session at Massage Envy on Linden St in Wellesley......so, I will def be giving that a try to save a few bucks in this economy. I just hope "session" means a full hour massage. Kinda hard to think about getting a massage at a straight massage place though.]

Damage .75 + .5 tip
Massage 9
Cleanliness 6 (wish they'd fix a couple broken things)
Looks taking all into account 6
Congeniality 8/9
Reliability 8
HE 0 (non-existent)