TLDR: A relaxing oasis in the heart of the action! Worth. Every. Penny. Do it! Visit: Weekday (afternoon) Service: 60 min. Full body massage Price: $85 (with Yelp $10 off check in) 1st time in San Diego and staying in the Gaslamp District. Stumbled in one afternoon while exploring the city, and I'm definitely glad I did! My therapist, Susan, was on point. I requested a deep tissue massage and she didn't disappoint, finding every sore spot without explanation. Skillz. Only in town for a few days, I'm seriously thinking about going back before I leave. If you're needing a self care day, treat yo self! Do it. read more

Came here after a google search. My family has been in town for a bit on vacation and our legs were sore from the walking. Half hr foot massage and our feet have been rejuvenated. You can tell them how hard you want it so they won't go so harsh on you. I wanted my massager a bit lighter but after some thought, I told her to go a bit harsher. It was the right choice. There's an older lady there who was assisting my mom and she mentioned that she didn't go as hard as she would have liked so maybe request or stay away if that is something you are or are not interested in. read more

After a long convention, I was in so much pain! Mia worked me over and made me feel completely new again!!! They got us in last minute, and were so kind and personable. Mia did my massage and Sunshine did my colleagues. They were both amazingly skilled. No pain afterwards, either. Just pure relief. Next time I come to San Diego we will work in a full spa day! HIGHEST recommendation!! read more

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I had an excellent 90 min deep tissue massage here by Yoshiko. I was able to call about 45 minutes in advance and book a massage when another place canceled on me last minute. The building is a hole in the wall. I walked right by it initially. You walk in the door, and then you walk upstairs. The room was a comfortable temperature. The massage table was ok. The face hole was to small for my face, so I had a lot of pressure on bony points. The massage itself was fantastic. Excellent pressure, and different technique than I've experienced before. Overall, I highly recommend Massage and Tea. read more

If you are looking to get rubbed , this is the perfect place . Went here to relax, but ended up Coming out hurt instead of relaxed . read more

The guy there was really nice, and in order to receive the Yelp Discount, I had to complete my check-in. I was basically forced to write it right in front of him so I did a really quick (nice) post. However, I felt obligated to take the 5 minutes to log back in and clarify some things for those who are considering visiting this place... 1. The place wasn't exactly clean. The towels used were old. The oil used didn't smell fantastic. And I don't believe the A/C was working. 2. The women who massaged me must had been 90 years old. She was nice, didn't speak English well. The massage itself was.. inappropriate. Now, I've visited many placed for massage so I have a good grasp on what's supposed to go down. Let's put it this way, I've never had anyone actually move my junk to the side to massage my groin. Granted, she pushed it with the towel, not barehanded but... definitely inappropriate. Also, never had anyone run their hands down my crack and she spent way too much time massaging my butt. I was extremely uncomfortable and asked her twice to go back up to my neck area as I had previously pointed out.. in her defense, not sure she understood a word I said. 3. Don't drink the water. Looks refreshing but tasted like shit. Well, at least what I imagine shit would taste like anyway. I honestly feel bad writing this review because the guy who runs the show was so kind.. but as I sit here and think about the $95 I spent I felt more and more compelled by the minute. **Don't go here** unless you want you like the kind of shit I just pointed out. I'm sure there are some who would be down.. but if you're looking for a legit massage, this isn't the place. read more

Wonderful, relaxing massage! Mia got out all my knots and helped me to relax. The couples massage was amazing! read more

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Very unprofessional crew, sheets not clean. Misleading advertising. Do no recommend, didn't even stay for the whole hour

A friend found this place while we were visiting SD for a bachelorette and sore after a weekend of dancing and walking. Asked for a deep tissue, and May hit all the spots. Also a very sweet lady and we had a great convo. Thank you so much May! Can't wait to return when we're in SD again. read more

I think I came by on an off day. Signed up for a couples massage , they were short staffed and I waited about 15 mins for my Massey us while my partner started getting his already. The lateness was fine, the thing that was really irritating was the .... massage . I wanted a 30 minute foot massage, started ok. One of the ladies was going back and fourth from me to my partner until the other masseuse came. When I actually started getting the massage , it felt like the masseuse just brought her friend for back up .. had zero skill or idea on what to do. When asked for stronger pressure and to adjust, it just didn't work out. read more

The massage was terrible, did not feel anything, I was sure that the lady fell asleep. The smell was terrible and there is no air condition. Not recommended at all ! I feel like I was scammed! read more

Were able to get a same day Appt, staff were very friendly and attentive. Amazing couples massage. Will definitely be coming back.

We are in town for vacation and my husband and I wanted to get a couples massage. I was very happy that they answered the phone right away and made an appointment the same day. We actually came an hour and a half early and they took us right in. The facility is cozy, clean, and quiet. Throughout the massage they made sure we were comfortable and communicated with us. My husband's back pain is extremely diminished and I felt so relaxed. Next time we are in town we will definitely come by. read more

You have to walk up a long flight of stairs to get to this place so my first impression wasn't a good one. We walked in and just wanted a foot massage. They sat us in recliners facing a wall, covered with sheets and put our feet in a metal bowl to soak. I still wasn't impressed. I didn't like the atmosphere. However, our massage therapists were really good. It started with a mini head massage then foot salt scrub and massage. It felt great. I also thought the price was too expensive. $35 for sea salt foot massage only. 30 minutes. You could go to happy head down the street and get an hour for that price. Because of the message therapist we give it 4 stars. Dont expect a lot of frills here. read more

Massage and Tea - Chairs facing a wall, feet soaking in metal bowl. Lets see how this foot massage rates. - Massage Near Me - San Diego, California

My 3 girlfriends and I decided to have an impromptu spa day yesterday together. We each got the 30 minute sea salt foot massage and every single one of us regretted nit getting the full hour instead! One of the best massages we've had in San Diego and certainly the best downtown! The women who worked on all of us were all so kind, accommodating and made us feel extremely relaxed and comfortable. Once we were done with our massage none of us wanted to leave because we felt so relaxed. Each one of us can't wait to come back. read more

Although we won't be regular customers at this massage place since we live far and we just tried this after our dinner to pass the time, i can say we had a great massage. We did the 1 hour foot massage w/ sea salt scrub. I'm a critique with massages and for some reason i'm expecting to not have a great experience on this one, but i was wrong. Normally they would obsess on the knots in my shoulders but the way the masseuse kneaded my shoulders felt relaxing and the pressure was just right, then came the foot massage were i dozed off. I would come back to this place if we live nearby. read more

Had an amazing experience here! They were sooo nice and super attentive. Wide rage of services and well trained staff. The location is perfect as well. We'll definitely be back. read more

Highly recommend!!! Found this place after another place cancelled on us. Sooo happy that happened. They were accommodating for 3 of us and soooo sweet. We live far away but when back in SD we will be back! read more

The ladies were so sweet! We had Saki and Tina! They were so nice and held great conversation! We got two Sea salt foot scrub and massages for 30 minutes and it felt more like an hour! I was able to rest and enjoy :) thank you! read more

If you're looking for a great massage this place is for you! I loved the service, staff and tea! Ask for Susan, she has a good skills ! Wonderful spa! read more

Staff were friendly. My massage was ok not worth 100bucks...maybe I should have asked for deep tissue. I would have rather went to a bigger chain for the same amount of money and received a better massage. read more

Amazing! The sweetest staff and most rejuvenating massage. Cannot recommend enough. Our masseuses were warm, kind, and knowledgeable! Must stop by. read more

It was great and fantastic, thanks a lot. The massage was nice and relaxed. I'm coming back read more

I really love this shop!!! I have been here 3 times!!!! I recommend for a Japanese woman her name is Hatsami !!! She so great for massage and polite people. read more

I get a massage weekly. I was SO impressed by Susan. I got the 90 minutes Swedish massage. Communication was perfect, she worked on my stated "problem areas" as well as my whole body. I fell asleep several times! Super impressed. Highly recommend, wow! read more

My wife and I discovered this gem on a trip to San Diego 4 years ago. I went for foot massages twice that trip and my wife went in 3 times for various services. We went back recently and both of us went in twice. The massage professionals there are welcoming, friendly and so, so gifted. I HIGHLY recommend this spot! read more

After flying into town and being a tourist for 1 day, my neck and shoulder were giving me major problems, so much so that it was difficult to enjoy my vacation any longer. I'm a regular for therapeutic and deep tissue massage due to chronic joint/muscle pain and see my own therapist at home in Texas about every 3 weeks. Additionally, I also see a chiropractor at least every 2 weeks. I researched spas in the area and read positive comments about Massage and Tea and decided this was the place for me (the fact that they state that all therapists are licensed with 3+ years experience also played a big factor in my decision, as well as that they are within walking distance of the Omni Hotel in the Gaslamp area). They also have an accurate (prices as advertised for example) and informative website as well. I am very pleased with my choice. They called and gave me an appointment within the same hour, and even texted me to let me know that they could get me in even earlier. Mie, the therapist, was interested in my health history and concerns. She paid extra attention to my shoulder and neck during the 60 min. deep tissue session, and let me know that I should speak up during the session if pressure was too much or if I experienced any problems. It was obvious by her confident muscle maneuvers that she had ample experience behind her belt. Afterwards, she even gave me tips on some exercises I could do to help alleviate discomfort even further and provided a receipt with her license number so I could attempt to have my medical insurance reimburse the cost. The whole experience was professional and comfortable, and first time massage clients or out of travelers need not worry...Massage and Tea is a great choice for a massage! read more

Came here with my wife on Mother's day. We scheduled an one hour deep tissue couple massage. This was one of the best massage experiences we've had in our life! We were greeted and welcomed, they served wine and tea at the spa. Therapists checked in to ask what our massage needed, and they were able to apply just enough pressure in the stress areas and continued to check in throughout the session. Their techniques are highly professional! My wife and I left feeling incredibly relaxed and stress free. The spa is very clean, quiet, and calming even in a busy Gaslamp area. We highly recommend Massage And Tea! read more

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This place is amazing. Walked in and need a reflexology for Achilles tendonitis. They did a great job of getting me relaxed and my feet feel great. Don't hesitate to try it! read more

After chiropractic ajustment i decided to get a foot massage. I usually got foor massage in china town area. I have to say this is my best foot massage ever. Sometime massage therapist only touching my feet but they use some tools to do an amazing pressure point. I feel so good after it. If you are tired you shpuld try. The stairs a little long. But worth it. read more

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Very dissapointed. I had been going here for the past few months and it was my favorite place to get a foot massage. I just left and had a terrible experience. They didn't do the head/neck/arm massage, did not do a good job on the feet and didn't even offer water. I asked the lady and she tried to convince me everything was extra (which it is not). Sad to have to find a new place. read more

Really nice front desk manager and ladies were nice enough but the massages was not that great or memorable. Foot massage did not hit any sore spots, just a lot of leg rubbing ($29 for 30 mins). Deep tissue massage was with another masseuse and she was better but still did not do it for the shoulders. Her routine on the calves and feet were much better than the foot massage itself which says a lot about the unimpressive foot massage. The full body massage only worked on the back and did not flip over. The place is like any no-frills Chinese massage, clean enough and small but services were way too pricey (60 mins for $95 body massage). Also the name "Massage and Tea" does not serve any tea but ice water only, even though I requested room temperature water, they did not give any. People that worked there were nice enough but not worth the money and will not return. read more

I'm not a massage guy. Like, at all. In fact my previous massage experience ended about 38 minutes into a 90 minute session; i recall telling the poor gal to "Just get off me, please?" However. I'm also not a neck spasm guy, until two weeks ago. Since I'm 53 and I've never had one before, mine was THE WORST MUSCLE SPASM IN RECORDED HUMAN HISTORY. So I was open to my doc's suggestion of deep tissue massage. Josh at this oddly named neighborhood joint was available that same day. He gave me a very careful, thorough, and effective massage of the muscles in my upper neck and shoulders. And pain that prevented me from driving was gone. Simple as that. It's a little tricky to find on 4th Ave, between Market and Island (on the left relative to traffic flow) but once inside, I was in the care of professionals. They do a bunch of massage/facial/nails/etc stuff that are probably very popular with the hordes of bachelorettes thronging the Gaslamp, but my urgent, painful situation was solved quickly and affordably by Josh. Try em out. read more

This place is AMAZING!!! Literally. I have been 2 days in a row for the hour foot massage with sea salt. I had 2 different therapists.. BOTH equally amazing! The setting is so peaceful with overstuffed white chairs and dim lights and they use a soft silky sheet if you want a blanket/ not a towel!!! Omgosh I can't get enough!!!! Come and get pampered!!! Soooooo good!! read more

One of the best reflexology massage I've gotten. Everything felt really clean. Looking forward to going again!

Mie put my lower back and rest back in order. Highly recommend this place. Chic, cozy, and very professional.

This place is horrible. I had to swap the girls out 3 times because they didn't know what they were doing. I felt like I was getting pats on the back more than a massage. It's expensive. It's very very hot. They don't run the air and the linens smell. Stay away. read more

I've had two massages here, both were not good. The massage therapist was not well trained and did not make any effort to communicate with me in order to address my back pain concerns. In addition, the place is not clean and smells strange. The price is high compared to similar places in the area. Would not recommend. read more

Wonderful relaxing massage. Exactly what I needed! Very respectful and quiet and took good care of me.

It was definitely easy to get in as a walk in. I got 30 min foot massage with sea salt. The sea salt part was kinda rough but the rest of the massage was enjoyable. After walking around downtown for the weekend it was just what I needed. read more