So Relax

I love this place. They give the right pressure. If you can’t handle a firm massage… This is not the place for you. I come here so often they all know me. Very friendly. They say hello when we cross paths at the parking lot or if I see one of them working at the Mission Valley location.
Stay away from the Plaza Bonita location. They don’t know how to massage there and they nickle and dime you.

Just had a massage here and these guys do it right. I’ve been coming here for several years and it’s only today that I write this review. Personally, I won’t get a massage here unless the two bigger dudes are here. They’re the only ones that can speak a little English while everyone seems to just have come from China. The atmosphere would be better if they could close the doors because the music from the mall can be piercing if you’re trying to calm down and relax. When I’m doing an hour massage I usually get half on the bench and half on the table. I’m kinda reluctant to do the tables now because I’m not sure if they wash the towels that they lay on the table just before you lay down. It looks like they fold it immediately back up after your massage is over rather than placing it in a bin to have washed. No doubt, these guys have the strength you need for a deep tissue but not sure about how clean the place is.

I usually enjoy a 30 minute massage at So Relax. Most of them are quite good. But then occasionally you get a therapist who is just not good. I just had a massage where he literally shook me the entire time. I tried to tell him to go slower and less shakier, with more massage and pressure but (and this is the main problem with So Relax), you can’t tell them anything because they don’t speak a word of English. It would be really great if you could choose your therapist, and give them some feedback.

I had never had reflexology done so I decided to give it a shot while at the mall last week. I paid $ 28 for 20 minutes. The guy doing the reflexology was pressing down to hard and I told him, more than once that it hurt but he just kept right on pushing. Finally it hurt so bad on my inner calf that I grabbed his hands. I think he couldn’t understand me as he didn’t seem to speak a lot of English. I left in pain. The next morning in the shower I noticed that I had bruising all up both of my inner calves. I’m STILL hurting now and it’s been a week.

The second you walk in you are greeted. the place smells great and is CLEAN. The whole staff is very nice and are easy to talk to.
it was a little bit expensive but totally worth it. definitely gonna come back.

This place was great. .especially if you like an intense deep massage! I did the table massage /​foot massage combo. was well worth it. I left feeling so relaxed and calm. I am definitely returning! Love that you can just walk in! If you are more into a sweedish type massage. .this may not be the place for you.

I left in pain!!! Told the guy to stop being so harsh and didn’t listen. Ended up in tears. Waste of time!!! Best part no manager to speak to. Just got looked at told to pay 53 dollars. After asking 5 times for a manager they just gave me my money and I left. Horrible.

2₂₂_​15 I paid for a 30 minute chair massage for 35 dollars. The price was fair and the massage therapist was very good. He had no problem maintaining the pressure of the massage. I thought that the experience was good except that the chair itself needs more face padding. My face was injured during the massage because the metal or wood under the padding would make contact under the pressure. I would give this place five stars if they add additional padding to prevent the pinching of face and wood/​metal.

just threw away 20 dollars so I’m none too pleased and had to immediately warn others. I’ve been here several times out of convenience and have been mildly satisfied, expensive but quick chair massages conveniently located in the mall. today I’ve left fuming. I debated getting a table massage but opted out of paying 38 dollars for a 30 min massage and decided to pay 20 for a 15 min chair massage. the man waiting to massage me was apparently upset that I didn’t choose the table massage and proceeded to pet my back rather than massage it. I kept waiting for the pressure to begin but it never came. I basically paid 20 bucks for him to irritatingly stroke my back and touch my arms quickly then throw them yes throw them back on the chair. no relief and now not only am I out my money but I spent 15 minutes I’m my life irritated waiting for a massage that never came. never again will I be back. if u only want to sell table massages that’s all u should offer and if ur going to pet people instead of massage them you should add it to ur menu so pple know what they’re in for.

As a reviewer, I must state that I am fiery loyal to this place. I have only tried the chair massages, but every time I do, I knows that I will come out feeling «so relax» :D yes there is a bit of a language barrier, but this is the only place that gives intense enough massages for me. This is not for the faint of heart. Because of my scoliosis I consider myself an expert on massages and this place earns my seal of approval. The people working here are so earnest and are good, hardworking types. Make sure to say thank you at the end of your experience !!

Ok, but they really need to listen and read people’s sign that it is too hard. They also need to stop talking so loud

Ahhhhhhhh, its hard to type now that I’m so relaxed!
Great hustle and service! Passed this place many times and talked myself out of going. Today after lunch we were killing time waiting for our apple store appointment so why not!
30min table massage for $ 36. Within in 2 min, pop goes the back… Ahhhh, I started drooling. I felt like a million bucks afterwards!
Well worth stopping! Stay Relaxed Unilocalers!!! :-)

Engrish, no so much, but service is A-​OK! I’ve gotten a couple massages here and they’re pretty nice. If you don’t want to go through all the hassle of scheduling an appointment at a «real» massage parlor, this is the place to go.
In a heartbeat they’ll welcome you in, find out what kind of a massage you’re looking for and get started. They’re very professional, play light Asian-​sounding music inside, and even though its located inside a mall, I find it pretty relaxing. You also don’t have to disrobe like with a traditional masseuse, everything is just done on top of the clothes you already have on. I always wear jeans and t-​shirts, so that’s never been a problem for me.
I’ll go back next time my back is sore. Always seems very worth the money to me.

I’m not a big fan of dropping my clothes for a stranger, so I come here for a massage. They do a really good massage, and it’s only 33 $ for 30 minutes. The only thing I don’t care for, is that they like to talk to each other during your massage (It’s not that it’s not English, it’s just that I want to relax during my massage) and the noise from the mall is very over powering. I highly suggest an iPod and the chair massage! I’ll definately be coming back.

So it may not be the cool zen oasis that you find at a ritzy spa, but my gosh this place rocks!
Don’t waste your money on over-​priced, spa table massages. It may be nice to have a private, dimly-​lit room with sweet-​smelling essential oils rubbed all over your bare body (Am I turning you on yet? haha ;P) but I promise you that the actual massage itself won’t be half as good as these guys. They may not know much English but damn can they give a good massage! Trust me, I’ve had a lot of massages in my day due to my scoliosis so I know what I’m talking about.
15 minutes & $ 17 is all you need to feel looser & lighter. They are experts at finding all your tight knots in your muscles and working them out. Even the women have strong hands!
Although there is a language barrier, the massage therapists are very sweet and work really hard to please you. There was even a time where I still felt tense in my shoulders… I told the guy who had worked on me and he spent another 3 – 5 minutes getting out my knots — at no extra charge!
There is a younger Asian guy that works there who speaks English and is pretty pushy with sales, but I’ve only seen him once. I wanted a 10 minute massage but he pushed me (more like annoyed me) to get a 15 minute massage. I didn’t care only because the extra 5 minutes were worth it.
Looks-​wise, the place has a nice set up. The massage chairs are lined up against the left side of the wall, out of sight from the entryway, and the massage tables are hidden behind a room divider so you have decent privacy. Whenever I’ve gone in it’s always been pretty dead, which I like because it’s cool having the place to yourself (nice & quiet! ^_​~).
Next time you’re shopping at North County Fair Mall give this place a try. You’ll feel good not only physically but financially as well! ;)