Yan Foot Spa

Best foot massage EVER! Let me first say that if you are looking for a pampering, relaxing foot massage, this is not the place for you. However, if your feet are tired and sore from all the walking in NYC, then look no further. I took advantage of their Unilocal special (have to check in here to get it) which was an hour reflexology massage for $ 28! The masseuse found soooo many painful trigger points, but when he was done my feet are feeling the best I have felt since I moved here a month ago! I will defiantly be back… Maybe more than weekly!

This review is long overdue. I was in NY on a business trip years ago (in 2012) and I was searching on Unilocal after work for a decently priced massage that accepted walk ins rather late at night. Hands down — this is still THE BEST massage I’ve ever had. I’ve had plenty of massages and I still have not had one that remotely compares to the one I received here. I was so impressed by my masseuse (unfortunately don’t remember his name) that I requested a foot rub afterward. During my full body massage, he did something I had never felt before; I can only explain it as massaging the bottom of my sacrum. Amazing place to go if you need to feel rejuvenated.

Still my favorite! Definitely a must to recharge tired feet running around in the city… Thanks guys!

The first time I was here… stellar foot massage! And $ 25 with Unilocal check in for one hour?! My feet felt like new. Second time I was there-​I had to ask them to press harder… seemed preoccupied. The 3^rd time was a different person, and needed more coaching. I will be coming back though because they know the spots… just sometimes need for you to tell them the pressure-​which I don’t mind at all!

I got scammed! My friend and i made an appt. when we arrived on time, we were shown to our room, where we got undressed and faced down on the table. We waited and waited and waited and the ladies did not come. I walked out in my towel to the reception room and asked if they forgot about us. The receptionist quickly scurried and came back to tell us that we will have someone in one minute. Five min later we both started our sessions in our respective rooms. Within ten minutes i knew my lady was not a real masseusse. I asked her if she was the Esthtician and she said yes! I asked her if she is a masseusse she said no. I immediately stopped the so-​called massage and walked out. My friend later reported that he got a so– so massage but the woman short changed him by 15 minutes. I will never ever go back. This place is running a scam.

The staff does not stop talking loudly to one another and the massage itself is too aggressive. They have zero respect for the customer. Do NOT go here!

Walked in this place while visiting Chinatown. Massage was pretty decent. Got a 15 minute chair massage and 15 minute reflexology. The guy was really really rough and I can usually stand it but this was borderline unbearable. Definitely felt much better after it was over though. Taking some stars off because two other women who work there were sitting next to us and burping the entire time. Pretty gross. Price was okay, can definitely definitely find something similar with better service elsewhere.

called an hour before they closed and they gave me an appt. best 30 minute foot massage for my aching feet and such a great price. would definitely recommend and come here again.

My friend and I got foot massage, while massage was ok for the price 20 $ for 30 min what was not ok and completely unprofessional that two therapist were talking in mandarin for the whole time they were giving us massage. Isn’t it common knowledge that people come there to relax and quietness is necessary or at least some relaxing music not listen to two man chatting non stop for half an hour.

Would have given 3 star if the guy that gave me the foot massage was a bit nicer and didn’t talk behind my back. He didn’t know that I speak and understand fluent mandarin. He complained about me cause I checked into Unilocal app to get a $ 5 off coupon… He also said I would give her $ 6 off if she don’t waste my time. What a horrible attitude. I probably will never return again. The massage was $ 30 after the Unilocal coupon. I had better foot massages in Flushing china town at Coco spa for $ 20hr foot massage.

This place was kind of ghetto. The place itself was cramped with an awkward layout. I got my feet massaged in the basement area. The same area that you see in the photos only it’s not as nice. It was small and kind of dingy. They could use a new chair and my seat was located right next to the bathroom. Other places would at least play some music like the Chinese flute rendition of Celine Dion — My Heart Will Go On. I spent my time staring at the ceiling. Apart from all of that the massage was pretty good, the guy went to town on my toes and that’s all I can ask for. Not sure if I’d return personally but it’s not bad for $ 35/​hr foot massage.

I came in to Yan Foot Spa for a back massage, neck and head massage because of a headache. Half an hour later my headache is gone and my back and neck is relaxed. I come here once a month and it is always worth it.

By far the best reflexology/​foot massage I have ever had. Foot massages are by far one of the things I enjoy in life. After walking around the city all day, I was in desperate need of a good foot massage. After reading many Unilocal reviews, I decided this was the place. They take walk-​ins. I opted for the 60 minute foot massage, mentioned Unilocal and the price went from A$ 35.00 to $ 30.00.
I was escorted back and sat in a reclining chair. The place appeared to be clean, but as others have mentioned, absolutely no frills. For that price, I can deal with that. They use a roll of paper towels to prop up your feet, which I thought was strange.
The massage was absolutely amazing. The pressure was firm but was exactly what I needed. I didn’t want it to end.
It is right off the street, so you do hear some traffic and the phone ringing and at times, staff passing thru. Again, for the price, I can overlook all of that.
The one thing that bothered me a little was that the person giving my massage got off during the massage and went to a sink and loudly hocked up a loogie. I had my eyes closed most of the time, but at one point opened my eyes, and saw him spitting into only God knows what. I couldn’t see what it was. That part was creepy, but overall, I was a very happy customer. When I opened my eyes, I noticed him using this instrument (I never would have known he was using an instrument.) He also used his hands of course, but now I am on a mission to find out what that instrument is so I can buy one.
At the end of the session, they wipe your feet off with paper towels. They really need to invest in some towel warmers.
I would absolutely return the next time I am in Soho.

I have lived in Asia for 2 years, been to many massage places from Chiang Mai Thailand, Zhengzhou China, and so on but my new best friend Tom wrote the book on a great foot massage. He was deep and the wife heard me snoring in next room!
Xie Xie Tom and Yen Spa!!!
RT

Brother to the
they share a space with a connecting walk way.
I’ve been frequenting Yan since the deals can’t be beat. Search online for coupons, you can usually find a 60min foot/​shoulder massage for around $ 20-​$ 25, and I think they still do the Unilocal check in deal for $ 30… Although iirc the last time I walked in, the printed «menu» offered it for $ 28. Any way you slice it, for less than $.50/​min the guys here (and an old lady I had once who totally held her own) will smash your muscles, flesh and bone into submission and you’ll leave feeling better.
Not a massage like you’ll fall asleep, a massage like it will hurt and then you will feel better. See my review for La Peau for a more detailed breakdown ;)

Good:
Massage skill
Only on feet
Availability
Price
Bad:
Lack of music
Use of paper towels
Can’t speak English

One word: Ouch!
This place really pissed me off. But I won’t let that affect my review. The foot massage itself was 4.5 stars. You must like pain though and be able to take it. This was more painful than the reflexology I had in Hong Kong. (Think my masseuse name was Kevin). The atmosphere is pretty bad. They could at least put some soothing zen-​like music on.
If you have a gift certificate here — make sure you use it up in time. I had paid $ 25 for a 60 minute massage in advance through a service, and the certificate recently expired. They would only give me 30 minutes for $ 25. So I was pissed at the girl at the desk who was a bit rude, I was pissed at myself as I was the one who let it expire and I was pissed off that my back and feet were killing from once again over-​walking the city for 8 hours.
After only 30 minutes, my feet left feeling like a million bucks. So much so that I continued on walking for another 3 hours!

Great price. Great massage.
Wish they would use hot towels rather than paper towels. It feels better on our skin and good for the environment too. Yes you’ll have to wash towels after. But that’s a few loads of laundry right?

I would be a regular here if I lived here.
My guy was nice. Just a smiley guy who didn’t say anything except for «Very good» because I think he just wasn’t confident in his English or didn’t want to let on that he understood any? Idk and idc.
I put him to work with a chair massage. And he was GOOD. Like real good. Only thing was that he didn’t adjust the chair to my proportions, but that’s partially my fault for letting it go.
I don’t know what else to say… It cost me $ 25. A foot massage is $ 20 for half hour. How can you complain? In fact, I just changed it from 4 to 5 stars, because for what it’s supposed to be and for what it is, it absolutely fulfills its purpose to the full value. Maybe I’m biased because I haven’t tried other places, but that’s what they get from me.

No-​Frills spot but clean and foot massages are pretty good
Thanks to the Unilocal deal, we got a 60 minute foot massage for just 25 dollars. Don’t expect a comfy, pampering swedish-​type of massage. You’re not gonna get that here. Expect a bit of pain at times, but don’t worry cuz its all good for you in the end.
p. s. They offer to bring down your massage with 15 minute back rub and 45 minute foot. rub Personally, I didn’t really enjoy the back massage. They weren’t equipped on back massage head rests so we had to lay awkwardly on the back of a charm which was pretty uncomfortable. Foot massage, however, was very good. Will be back !