I've had a mere half-dozen professional massages in my time, but this one was astounding! There are two styles offered here, straight Thai or combo. I assume that the "combo" incorporates Thai style with shiatsu, or something. Anyway, you can either go with no oil for $40 or do the "combo" and get Thai + oil for $50. The skin-on-skin Thai component was really great. It might sound like there's a ton of friction involved, but I didn't experience any discomfort as other reviewers may have mentioned. It was mostly a lot of pressing and knees and elbows and forearms and such. My therapist worked very hard for the entire hour. I explained where I was hurting, and she paid a ton of attention to my needs, but also left ample time to work the knots in my shoulders, upper-back, arms, hands, calves, feet, thighs, etc. A fantastic massage. I will definitely be going back, and at $50/hour (plus tip) I have no reason not to. read more

Last minute Sunday appointment. The owner did my massage. Amazing. I feel like a whole new person. Place was clean, safe, professional. I highly recommend! Love this place. Going to try to get in again after two days of Universal Studios. Well worth it! read more

My hubby and I were in desperate need of a good massage. We have tried many places around town, and this place is now one of our faves. It's $50 for a combo Thai/Swedish massage - a lot of places are $40 - but this place was worth the extra cost. Especially when you compare it to the expensive hotel spas or BW. The therapists are not tiny women, like most places we have tried. What was funny is the man (owner?) who helped us called them "men" - because the two we had were not petite! I was a bit nervous at first, but completely impressed afterward. Don't get me wrong, it was painful at times - especially if you have a ton of knots like me - but you will feel BETTER. Great at loosening up tight spots and hitting key pressure points. They don't speak English very well, but you just point and they get it. They have the padded tables with the face hole... much better than the floor mats, for sure. I do recall some kind of music box type music, but the massage is so good, you get over how strange it is! Definitely try this place. read more

I was in so much pain when I stumbled upon Olive Thai Massage. My therapist had me twisted into a pretzel and I loved every minute of it. The best part was when she asked me "can I step on you". I don't think she picked up on my sense of humor when I promptly responded with "I thought you'd never ask!". You have to park on the street....so what, who cares? But for $40, your muscles will thank you and I guarantee you'll be back. Side note: I was there and there was a jerk in the next room who would not get off his phone and has clearly never been taught about "inside voices". The establishment doesn't ask you not to be on the phone so you may have to take it upon yourself and yell at your neighbors to "GET OFF THE PHONE!!" But it worked. read more

Go here!!! its great. and professional and friendly. I first went a few months ago and now go every other week. I set at a desk all day and stress out and my back just seizes up like crazy. Necessary for self care. read more

This is one of Burbank's gems. The best massages for the best price. I've been to Olive Thai Massage probably over 10 times in the past couple of years. Since my first visit, I've never tried to get a massage anywhere else. They're always friendly, professional, and clean... but most importantly, I've never had such a fantastic massage (every time!) AND they're extremely reasonably priced! I always get the 60 minute Combo Massage (only $50, but I leave a hefty tip) which is a deep tissue massage with stretching at the end. This isn't for people who don't like to be touched. They REALLY GET IN THERE. So if you have knots and tight mussels and need a masseuse with serious strength and power, see these ladies! All of them I've tried are fantastic at what they do, and deceivingly strong women! However, I've started requesting Suda (sp?), she's great. They're always open, it seems. Just give them a call and tell them when you want to come by. The owner is extremely friendly and accommodating! read more

I just have to say that having a masseuse that listens to you instead of going through their pre determined routine is quite nice. I'm sorry that I don't remember her name but I appreciated not only the massage, but the stretching that she worked into the hour. I've been twice and each time she listened and adjusted for my aches. Also, I like that she works the tendons as well and not just the muscle masses. My wife has enjoyed their service as well and we will return. I enjoy supporting local, owner operated businesses and I am happy to have found them. read more

I am so incredibly impressed. When I saw how reasonable the pricing was for a Burbank shop, I questioned the quality. But I needed pampering fast and I'm on a budget. So I went and as soon as I walked in the door, I could feel the warmth and healing overwhelm me. The place is cozy and dim, and--to my surprised joy--has lullaby music playing. There are individual rooms and beds, all comfy and warm. I had a wonderful woman give me an excellent swedish massage, and she didn't skimp over anything. She made sure I was always comfortable too. I left feeling relaxed AND rejuvenated. Needless to say, I'm their newest customer. read more

2nd time here. No complaints! Thai combo massage. Good price. Good service. Very Effective massage. My shoulders and back were hurting and my hips were tight. Loosened me up considerably. Can't wait to go "back" for more! Thanks read more

I've never had a thai massage before. Just when you think "oh the lady could stand to push a little harder," is when the elbows and knees come in. And the swedish portion of the massage was actually much more effective then the swedish massage I got in Sweden (and payed 300 bucks for). Pretty effective massage at a great price. read more

Went here a few weeks ago for a 1 hour combo massage was okay lady very nice paid with my card $50 and gave her cash for her tip. I find out they charged my card $120 so I called shop and they said talk to your bank and my bank says they manually changed it. I have been to many massage shops and they can add any amount on your bill like a restaurant until they close the day on machine. I would suggest pay cash or they will screw you. Also sounds like they were doing the nasty next door to me so be aware. I do not care about the money just do not lie in my face when you know you screwed up thats all. Now I know massage shops are closing everywhere due to this type of bs that is going on. This place deserves 0 stars but will not let me so be aware. read more

This place lives up to the hype...Wow. I have had some amazing massages but this place is top notch. The place is a hole in the wall and when you walk in you think you may be in Thailand but the women in there know how to give massages! This place is a must try. I will be going back. Very unique skills, this was my first thai massage. read more

Joe is a master. If you are a Martial artist, boxer, musician or athlete, this is the man to see for super tight knots in your muscles. He wrang me out in one session after years of intense shoulder and back pain. Super painful at first but so worth it. Thank you Joe! read more

The great thing about Olive Thai Massage is that you can have your choice of what KIND of massage you get. Look on the wall and choose accordingly. If you want a relaxing massage, then ask for a Sweedish massage - then you won't be complaining about the pain. If you want a deep massage, be prepared for some pain! You can also ask for a combo of any of their offerings, so if you end with Sweedish, you have had the therapeutic deep or stretching massage, and then you relax it out with Sweedish. My new favorite over there is hot stone! It is another great one to combine with one of the other choices.... I highly recommend this place - and I go there as often as I can :-) read more

I've had Thai massage in many places, and believe this is the best. My wife, daughter and I have been going for over three years. Be sure to tell them what you need and how hard you like when you go in - my family varies in what they like (level of hardness), and if you are sure to tell them, they will meet your need. read more

This is NOT the place for you if you cannot handle a seriously deep massage. I, who have abused my body with boxing and kickboxing, LOVE the abuse. This is the only place where my body is forced to behave itself and not be in pain. Plus, I am extremely difficult for a chiropractor to adjust. Their technique is not for the weak of heart & holy crap it does sound like my head is being snapped off, but dear God it's so happy afterwards. I love that there's no question about stepping & really working the issues in my body. Most massage places are worried about putting that much pressure on a 105 lbs frame. All the ladies are equally strong & if you are experiencing too much pressure they will back off, just let them know & they promise not to tell anyone you're having a wussy day. read more

Amazingly good. Came all the way from orange county. She took time to work on every knots. Very happy and will come again.

The lady who massaged me was nice. It was a little annoying hearing the young child playing in the lobby as I got a massage but not a huge issue. The real issue was the massage itself. She was very rough and very fast. It was not relaxing. If she just slowed down it might have been a better experience. But she was ridiculously fast in her massage movement. It was not the relaxing experience I expected and a lot of times it just plain hurt. When I asked her to massage softer she did but I felt weird asking her to slow down. Her massage technique/moves were not particularly good either. The facility itself is dark in the rooms and that's not a bad thing all it needed to be was a room with a table for a massage. Since it was dark I can't tell you if it was nice or not. I really wanted to like this place. But I won't be back. read more

Got a massage here a few weeks back. The reviews made it sound awesome. My masseuse basically tried to sever my muscles from the bone using her pointy elbows. It was the most painful massage I have ever had. Being a 'tough guy' I decided to just let her go figuring maybe it was one of those things where I'd feel totally awesome the next day. Nope. I was bruised from head to toe. I don't know if she was just mad at her husband or what but I won't come back to find out! read more

So i went there last night for a deep tissue massageswhich i have had before and it is not that painful, the girl kept pressing down on my body with her elbow really deep and shoved her fingers so deep she pretty much touched my bones, I'm sure she tore a muscle or something because i can barely move my arm now. I had severe back pain and problems 3 years ago from a previous car accident, well it came back to haunt me! The girl put her leg on my lower back and pulled me up from my legs causing my back to give out. I told her 4 times to take it easy, but all she would do is laugh say ok and continue to abuse my body. Never going there again. read more

So I went back again. I steeled myself for all the pain and I went in knowing it would be worth it. And, for the most part, my second visit wasn't painful at all! It was almost, dare I say it, soothing! I have some theories: 1) The first time, I was pre-menstrual (TMI, I know) and actually the massage might have expedited the process. Got my period 1/2 hour after the massage... THREE days early! So maybe I was extra sensitive? 2) They read my yelp review and somehow recognized me and put me together with the review and took it easy on me. Alls I know is now I'm SUPER excited to go back! My neck feels amazing. read more

I went to this massage place based on the reviews here. I never have gotten a worse massage ever in my life. I get massages often, about 8-10 a year. I go to Burke Williams, Message Envy, and various Thai Massage places when I want to save some money. I requested a 1 1/2 hour massage and while I was on the table, I requested to change it to 1 hr because it was so bad. And I'm the type that doesn't like to complain! It has to be realllllyyyy bad for me to say something. She was so rough and her technique was terrible. I couldn't relax because it was so uncomfortable. Her hands felt bony and I think she even used her elbows on me and not in any relaxing kind of way. I would avoid this place at all cost! I gave this 2 stars because they were nice and friendly. But the quality of the massage was terrible. read more

5 stars is an understatement! I love this place. If your looking for a relaxed, oily massage where you wonder off into a ocean breeze then this aint the place for you. This is what you call an actual deep tissue Thia Massage. My job requires 8 hrs of sitting and my lower back had taken a beating. Called in and setup an appointment for the same day no hassle! I went with the combo deal for 50 dollars. Man was this the best 50 dollars spent! Tina, my masseuse, went to work! I had to hold my breath a few times but overall enjoyed the experience. The next day, my back was sore but the aches and pains were gone. I'm writing this review on day 3 and my back feels great. This is my new go to place and will recommend it to anyone. read more

Never imagined getting a massage would be so much torture! If you tell them to stop they do NOT listen, we went for a relaxing massage and left sore with lots of pain. Don't understand how standing on your back is relaxing or even good for anyone. Biggest mistake and Manager was very unprofessional and showed no pitty for the torture we endured. I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!! read more

absolute incredible. one of the best real original Thai massage's I've ever had. super strong, super powerful. My backed and shoulder were all fkd up as I'm 6.5' tall and my therapist Christine completely fixed it. Will definitely come back here. highly recommended if you can take the pain! (feels much better after!!) read more

I love this place!!! STRONG! Best massage I ever had (albeit painful)...worth ever penny!

I just had one of the most amazing massages of my life by Joes. He has strong hands that get all the kinks out and he is so nice!

Upon first walking in I was really disappointed by how dingy this place is. It needs a face lift really bad. Even worse, I had to use the bathroom.. Scary! But I was in a rush and already committed so I went through with my thai massage anyway. I'm so glad I did! Tina did an AMAZING job. She was more gentle when she could tell I couldn't take it. She really in tune with where my trouble spots were and she worked hard to get the knots out. And to the "men" who posted that the massage was to rough for them, that is the whole point of thai massage. Put your ego aside and just tell your masseuse to go a little easier and they will happily oblige. read more

This was a great experience and one of the best massages IVe ever had. I had a rough week and really needed to relieve some upper neck and mid/lower back tension. I went to another place on Cahuenga by Studio City across the street from Carls Jr last night after work, I think its new. It SUCKED. I left feeling almost as tense as I did when I arrived. I came to Olive That after reading some reviews and am glad I did. I saw Joe and he was amazing. I need a LOT of pressure and its hard to find someone that can do it. Great price , rate, overall 5 stars. read more

Good value and friendly service. Deep tissue is painfully good. Midway through I asked for a little less rough and they easily obliged. Overall it's a nice family place. read more

My love and I came in for some much needed massages. I've been suffering from frequent headaches recently. My neck and shoulder area has had a lot of tension. Then the other day I've had a sharp pain under my left shoulder blade. We both had the combo Massages. WOW! My massage was incredible. I had a lot of pressure points I had no idea existed. The pain under my shoulder blade was released before I left the table. It wasn't exactly relaxing for me, because I went in with a lot of discomfort and back pain. However I was more interested in feeling better and less stress. She treated areas on my body I had no idea were under so much stress. My pain tolerance is pretty high so I love Tai massages. If you don't have a high tolerance I would recommend having a Swedish massage. I have asthma and eczema. The lotion and oil they used did cause me any reaction. A matter of fact, after the massage my chest didn't feel so heavy. I was able to breath easier. We were impressed in the quality of the massages. Customer service was very friendly. There was a cute little preschooler sitting in the lobby. She was well behaved and very quiet. We plan on going once a month. I highly recommend this place! read more

Great Massage, clean , nice 'Family Run for GREAT VALUE! I Have have a Jacked neck from surgery etc & the "Combo- Deep tissue w/Thai Stretching+ western. Style tbl. With Head Hole is wick !! Just be sure and TIP AT LEAST A TENNER! My wife was a masseuse and you wouldn't believe the amount of humongous,cheap & Hairy, bathing deficient oily dudes that eIther don$ tip OR Put dwn a dollar..Joe is THE BEST! HE runs a tight ship!my wife and I HIGHLY recommend it! K I peas it goood yo!! read more

The best. Joe and his team are amazing. Hardcore deep tissue- maybe not for everyone- but for those who appreciate real Thai massage there is no substitute in LA. read more

I was looking for a real thai combo massage. Walked, digged in and massged with lot of pressure. I walked in and an older Asian man(with a flare of a doctor) greeted and asked my issues.....certified chiropractor!! Said he will take care of it no problem. Nice, private room, clean, quiet and good energy. Nancy worked me and I was drifting with good pain!! Ahhhhhhh. I am a hard critic because I need lot of pressure with precise technique. $50 for one hour full body Thai Combo and I got worked and she even adjusted & cracked me! I just have to try their foot and body brushing!! I luv dry brushing, wet body scrub.....I am an Asian spa junkie:) read more

Best massage my husband I have ever had! Highly recommend this place to everyone!! I found my healer in Burbank.

Just had my first Thai massage here. I feel amazing. What have I been waiting for. I will definitely be a regular here.

The facilities are a bit bare bones, but they do an amazing job with their massages. I would often go to fancy massage places because I didn't know any better, but always felt like the facilities are beautiful, but the massages are sub-par and the prices are high. Olive Thai Massage is just the opposite - the facilities are humble (ex. they use disposable paper sheets like at the doctor's office rather than real cloth sheets. At least I know the sheets are clean!), but the massages are out of this world (if you seriously like very deep, strong, massages)! My muscles are always very tight and these gals really work hard to loosen them up - by then end of the massage, they are panting and out of breath because they've been working so hard. It's always easy to schedule with them and they are so nice and accommodating. They always remember me when I come in even if it's been months and they always offer me a piece of fruit and some water after the massage. As long as you know you're going there for a great massage without breaking the bank rather than a place with frilly ambiance, you'll be good to go. read more

This is the first place I have ever been for a massage so I can't compare it to other places but I can say it is totally awesome! I wanted a deep tissue massage to get the knots I had out but they also do the lighter Swedish massage (if you are a wuss.) Not gonna lie, it hurt....a little. There were only a few areas she worked on that made me scrunch up my face up for a second. When she was working on my back I could feel the tension fly away. Good price and I felt like a rubber band. :) 10/10 would be a rubber band again read more

I'm big on massages as I have a lot of tension from stress and traveling. Not sure what I did to my shoulders, but this is the only place that can fix it! Better than any chiropractor or physical therapist I've ever seen. I've had a lot of massages in a lot of places, but none as good as here. If you're looking for someone to lightly rub oil on you while you relax, this is NOT your place. They really get it done here. I float out of this place every time I'm lucky enough to visit. I feel like a whole new person! read more

Don't do it! I've been to this establishment about 5 times. The theme is inconsistency. When I finally got a person that I liked and wanted to ask for her by name next time, turns out something fishy was going on. Next time I went in and asked for her, it was a different girl! Forget about trying to figure out what was going on because there's barely any English spoken here. Also, the funky music that sounds like it should be at a preschool is enough to make me jump off the table and run out screaming! It's priced right at $40 for a thai massage, but still not worth the frustration. read more