Deep Massage & Bodywork
Neighborhood: SOMA

246 First Street, Ste 101
San Francisco, CA 94105

Jennifer B. writes: Sara Aymami is my Massage Therapist. I love that she is conveniently located at Chiro-Medical Group (also see my full review for the office) where she can work with my doctors to discuss my care, although you need to make reservations and payments…

Oh La La Salon
Neighborhood: Russian Hill

2356 Van Ness Ave
The little red shop, east side of Van Ness
San Francisco, CA 94101

Eric M. writes: After the Barber incident of 2003, I don't do it anymore.  I have "a guy" in Long Beach I see when I visit the folks.  That isn't enough since my hair grows relatively fast.  Oh La La is literally a thirty second walk from my apartment door so when I…

The Pampered Girl
Neighborhood: Hayes Valley

225 Gough St
San Francisco, CA 94102

gwynnie p. writes: It doesn't get much better than this. Pampered Girl is a relaxing place for a mani/pedi that will last last last.

The least expensive m/p combo is $35-$12  for the manicure and $23 for the pedi-so it isn't your rock bottom pricing but it's clean and…

Edge Salon & Supplies
Neighborhood: UC Campus Area, Telegraph Ave

2492 Channing Way
Berkeley, CA 94704

charlotte s. writes: after we moved to the east bay we had yet to find a local hair place for my husband to get his hair cut.  we'd usually just wait for an occasion where we had to go to san francisco and just have his hair cut in the mission while we were there.
but it…

Cuticles Nail Spa
Neighborhood: Lower Hills

3814 Park Blvd
Oakland, CA 94602

maria m. writes: Like high-end nail salons in NYC.  
In a word: hygiene.

Diamond Massage & Wellness Center
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow

1841 Lombard St
San Francisco, CA 94123

Dani B. writes: I am picky about massages and hate those fancy spa massages where they just slap oil on you and then it costs $200+.   Don't go if you are looking for spa style massage with a sauna and steamroom.  This is the real deal.

I have always been a fan of…

Eight Thirty Seven
Neighborhood: Inner Sunset

837 Irving St
San Francisco, CA 94122

Beth T. writes: I paid Aurora a visit after realizing half my office gets their hair done by her! What better testimony to her skills?

I made an appointment on a recent Saturday for a trim and allover color. I've had blonde highlights for years and was really…

Master Waxing Studio

1000 Central Ave
Alameda, CA 94501

Susan S. writes: My folks have been happily married for over fifty-two years.  Like most old married couples, there have always been some basic fundamental disagreements between them and sometimes I can't decide on whose side I really fall.   Take the…

Mademoiselle Nails
Neighborhood: SOMA

681 Townsend St
San Francisco, CA 94103

Jaimee C. writes: Update: I finally got a pedicure and if I could give them 6 stars I would. I mean -- my toes actually look soooo pretty! I never thought it was possible to make my heels as soft as the day I was born, but there I was - feet that felt like a baby's…

Lucky Nails
Neighborhood: Union Square, SOMA

760 Market St
Ste 369
San Francisco, CA 94102

Catherine H. writes: Just got a mani done here. The room is totally no-frills, but they are also really efficient and did an excellent job-- including cutting my nails down to the exact length I wanted, and doing a great job on shaping-- for $9 (a bargain around Union…

Lisette, Hair Ninja

San Francisco, CA 94101

vickie j. writes: Lisette is awsome.
And she's empathetic about those of us with hair trama... An inch really is an inch.  Before I met lisette I lived in fear of getting my hair cut. I dreaded it.

Most of my friends go to lisette, and she's great at a range of styles…

Grand Nails
Neighborhood: Grand Lake, Lower Hills

3667 Grand Ave
Oakland, CA 94610

Kiki G. writes: (Enter Grand Nails)

Me: good morning!
"Jenny" (not her real name.  we stupid Americans probably can't pronounce her real name): hi, what you like?
Me: mani-pedi
Jenny:  ok, you pick color.  we do for you.
Me: great! (sit in pedicure chair)
Jenny: you like…

Gaetano Zanelli, MD
Neighborhood: Castro

45 Castro St
Ste 215
San Francisco, CA 94114

Astrid X. writes: Just returned from seeing Dr. Zanelli. Between the less than positive reviews and the 5-star ratings, I figured it was a fair bet.

I can't say how thrilled I was to find him; he was kind, professional, informative, polite, and, above all, generous…

Evo Spa

216 Strawberry Vlg
Mill Valley, CA 94941

Rachel G. writes: I have a list of how to take charge of my life which I really want to do.  So, on a mental health 24hr sabbatical, I decided to write said list down.  It goes something like this:

Laundry
Closet Organization
Drop off to Goodwill
Gym
House Cleaning
Pay…

Karuna Healing Arts - Jennifer Chien, CMT
Neighborhood: Castro

2120 Market St, Ste 201
San Francisco, CA 94114

Ben M. writes: Jennifer is an incredibly gifted massage therapist who has just opened a new practice in a small studio in Glen Park. She specializes in a number of different types of body work, and based upon my wife and I's visits, appears to excel at them all. My…

U2 Health & Beauty Center
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

3940 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94118

nobu k. writes: Please don't drive after the foot massage.

After I had a lunch w/ my 2 sons at Judahlicous.
We decided to get a foot massage.
We are all 1st timer to get a foot massage at a massage parlor.
3 guys Go to a Massage parlor sounds like.... just go to get…

OneSelf Massage
Neighborhood: Union Square, SOMA

870 Market St
Ste 619
San Francisco, CA 94102

Hazel Grace D. writes: Attention Yelpers - Read this and feel good all over !

I was referred to Christina at Oneself through Ladies Who Launch, which I always trust for fantastic recommendations. So, I booked her for the 100 minute massage and was totally blown away!…

Lonni's Punani Waxing
Neighborhood: Potrero Hill

1756 18th St
San Francisco, CA 94107

genevieve g. writes: there aren't a whole lot of people i'd let near my naughty bits with hot wax, but lonni, with her no-nonsense waxing deftness, can be fully trusted to get the job done down there with precision and artistry.

i've been going to see lonni for over a…

Mochi Massage
Neighborhood: Financial District

582 Market St
Ste 908
San Francisco, CA 94104

John B. writes: Nothing like an awesome massage to start the weekend!  
Just got worked on by Winnie in a parking space on Second at Market and am flying high.  I had this kink here and another one there and Winnie's magical hands and elbows made them go away.  Talk…

Bliss: Judy Ko, CMT
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Lower Hills

Harrison St
Oakland, CA 94611

Ellen O. writes: There's nothing better than getting straight out of the shower, throwing on some sweats and walking across the street to get a massage!  It was my birthday yesterday and I treated myself to a massage from Judy.  And it can't be any more convenient to…

Five and Diamond
Neighborhood: Mission

510 Valencia St
San Francisco, CA 94110

Oksana T. writes: Sometime during my conversation with the salesman this happened:

"My dad so would not approve of this."

"Really? ... Where are you from?"

"o.O"

Little did he know that belt was going to be the biggest part of my costume.

There are many things I can't…

Pacific Tan

57 Tamal Vista Blvd
Corte Madera, CA 94925

lisa w. writes: i don't tan often, but when i do i go to pacific tan. i've never been anywhere else and i'm not motivated to bother trying because i'm very happy with pacific tan.

the only reason i ever did the tanning bed thing was because a few years ago my gold's…

Uncoil Massage & Bodywork
Neighborhood: Nob Hill

2000 Van Ness Ave
Ste 706
San Francisco, CA 94109

Frederic B. writes: Nothing much to write that hasn't been said already. EXCEPT to say that this is the best value in town for massages, by far. OK, maybe some of the "massage parlors" I keep hearing about are cheaper, but I would not know, I don't go there.

Back to…

Studio Lagorio
Neighborhood: Financial District

245 Market St.
Suite 1b Beale St. side
San Francisco, CA 94105

Michelle S. writes: I know Jen Rea through mutual friends. And lemme tell you, they look pretty damn slick because of her skilled hands. (Look up "Frankenstein LIVS" on my friends' list). This afternoon, I finally got on a BART train to check out this fine establishment…

Susy C's House

San Francisco, CA 94199

Susy C. writes: First and foremost, I would like to say thanks to my dear friend Lily for writing a review of my house. Pure effing genius - I love ya Cinnanim! Wait, why is my house categorized under makeup artists!?
Secondly, I wish I could say I love my house but…

Sandalwood
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond

5323 Geary Blvd
San Francisco, CA 94121

Princess Buttercup C. writes: I really, really wanted to like this place, and give it a 5 star review to counter all the obviously FAKE reviews planted by competitors below.

First of all, walking in, the receptionist gave me Bitchface.  I can't even say it was total bitchface,…

Didi Salon

1221 Donnelly Ave
Burlingame, CA 94010

Phil W. writes: Didi used to be one of the top stylists at Trio. She left about 6 months ago to open her own place, coincidentally right down the street from Trio. Didi Salon is located directly behind the Gap store on Burlingame Ave, nestled between the parking…

The Nail Spa
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Rockridge

6251 College Ave
Oakland, CA 94618

Lee R. writes: I needed some personal grooming for the holiday weekend so I went to the Nail Spa for a mani/pedi. Since my pilates instructor is just up the street, I came here after our workout to enjoy a little relaxation and polish.

The place is clean and…

The Beauty Lounge

2417 Broadway
Redwood City, CA 94063

Jarren A. writes: Ok so already have a salon that i usually go to but i can't Yelp about them because they are my little secret =P. But i can't help but spill about this salon...

First Appointment...Hair Cut
I was introduced to my stylist Melanie...she was super nice…

Parkside Chiropractic
Neighborhood: Parkside

2394 31st Ave
San Francisco, CA 94116

euge l. writes: not quite sure what happened. so the morning after st pattys, i woke up to EXTREME back pains. back in hs, i had a little *accident* and had to wear a back brace for a bit. after a month or so of treatments, i was in pretty good shape, enough to not…

Aesthetic Laser Concepts
Neighborhood: Civic Center/Tenderloin

490 Post St
Ste 1701
San Francisco, CA 94102

Kirsten V. writes: This place is great!  They knock $50 off for referrals too.  Very professional, the most flexible times imaginable and very very affordable.  Do not go anywhere else for laser.  I've shopped around, trust me!

Fusion Nails & Spa

1235 Park Street
Alameda, CA 94501

laura b. writes: Best pedicure ever!  Now I will preface this by saying that I am not a girly-girl and very rarely treat myself to something so divine but that being said, I had a really great time here.  I went in on a Saturday at about 11 am and told her that I had…

Institute For Health and Healing
Neighborhood: Pacific Heights

2300 California St
Ste 200
San Francisco, CA 94115

Ravena F. writes: Dude, you gotta travel in your *mind* . . .

My travel coordinator (massage therapist) was Pauline, who was all business and jumped right into an energetic plot to send me off on a healing mission fast.  I'm not one for chit-chat during a massage, and…

Private I Salon
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond

616 Clement Street
San Francisco, CA 94118

Perci N. writes: If you like mah hair, you can thank Lisa here for helping do the chop chop.

You know how you can't trust anorexic cooks? Well, Lisa is the only person I know who changes her hair more often than me -- perfect.

$100 for a cut and color, $20ish for a…

17 Jewels Salon + Spa
Neighborhood: North Oakland, Temescal

4801 Telegraph Ave
Oakland, CA 94609

Bone D. writes: 17 Jewels is a brand new salon + spa in Oaklands Temescal area.  Julie the owner, did my hair, and I loved it.  So often i go to the barber shop, and need to go back in a couple weeks, and I never really leave feeling that special ooomph!  Julie was…

Suki @ Tresses Hair Design
Neighborhood: North Berkeley

1734 Solano Avenue
Berkeley, CA 94701

Denise C. writes: I was also persuaded to see Suki after reading the great Yelp reviews.  For me the experience was incredible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
This is my second visit to her skilled hands!
I went in with a specific style in mind and was very clear as to what I wanted.…

The Skin Studio
Neighborhood: Piedmont

4125 Piedmont Ave Ste 12
Oakland, CA 94611

NISHisHOT g. writes: If you've spent anytime . . .

1) boozing it out . . .
2) lighting it up . . .
3) tanning it on . . .

you probably can't lie about your age anymore . . .

Facials, Treatments, Laser Hair Removal for the substance and acne prone. Boy it's great to…