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San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 440-4033
Balance the Clinic
Categories:
Day Spas,
Skin Care
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow
Caroline the owner is incredible with her customer service also, as I in recent months have had some things to work out, and she has always been really helpful!
Other than that it's relaxation as usual at Balance.
1 Previous Review:
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11/30/2010
I really only come here because of Amanda. I used to come to Tia also but she is no longer there, sadly.
But Amanda is amazing. First off, as a facialist, she herself has perfect skin. If I'm going to someone on a regular basis, then I hope that person would be an example of what I should strive for. Amanda is exactly that. She also is really good about checking in with me on each visit to see how the skin is doing, and what is going on with my life that may affect my skin. I leave everytime with the softest and cleanest skin ever. And yes the extractions do hurt, but I think they hurt no matter where you go, at least that has been my experience. No pain, no gain, right?
In regards to the wraps, which I have done, also about 1-3 times a month, depending on time, Amanda is great. She takes her time, explains what is going on, and overall does a great job, I always see a noticeable difference. As part of the wrap too Balance offers a mini facial too which is nice.
I've never felt pressured to buy anything here, though I eventually did buy stuff here.
I know they advertise free parking but I have yet to hear about it or see it.
Also if you leave a voice message on the days they are closed (I think Tues) it won't get returned so just call again. :)
But yes the services are great with Amanda - she is amazing.
First off, she is very concise and focused on you during your workout. She notices the small stuff and corrects it so that you can maximize your workout and get the most out of it possible. She also starts at a level that you can work at and also changes it up once your body gets to know the exercise.
Unfortunately with my work schedule, I could only do mornings and at the time I was with Informed Body, Heather didn't have any openings during the times I needed (a good sign). What was great though was that instead of trying to just say "too bad" she tried to find someone else to help work with me, and when that didn't work, she refunded me the remaining money that I had with the studio. How many people/places would do that!?
I would recommend Informed Body to anyone!!!
2 of my favorites:
Crab meat fried rice: delicious flavor and they don't skimp on the crab meat either.
Yellow Curry: one of my favorite curries, and it's never off on the taste.
And for the $7 lunch special you get an entree and a soup and salad, more than enough especially considering the entree sizes really could be split into two meals!
San Francisco, CA 94112
(415) 584-5122
Pissed Off Pete's
Categories:
Dive Bars,
American (Traditional),
Pubs
Neighborhood: Excelsior
The regulars in there could have been rude to us, and weird, but they weren't. They let us do our own thing, and didn't say anything about us pulling all their stools around a small cluster of tables, and the staff was great.
Kinda weird to be stumbling out of a dark bar into the sunlight but that was our own fault for starting the drinking midday. And really, everyone loves to day drink, right?
San Francisco, CA 94118
(415) 752-5198
King of Thai Noodle House
Category:
Thai
Neighborhood: Inner Richmond
Everything is good. I don't think I've ever not liked anything. And I've had other Thai places, and I don't think any has been as good as here.
Yes it's small, and sometimes not always the cleanest, and there is little to no ambiance, but it's really all about the food here.
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 673-7100
Delarosa
Category:
Italian
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow
And of course the food was still really good.
1 Previous Review:
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12/17/2010
The restaurant is getting two stars for the food alone. It was really pretty good overall. (standout- crab arancini-crispy fried balls of crab!) (though the pork spiedini was a little dry)
But the service was horrible. We waited 45 minutes for anything to come out. And when we asked here and there to check in and see if the food was going to come out, the waitress apologized and then never came back with an update. We had to ask 2 other people for an update and it took 20 more minutes to get an answer as to where our food was.
When the food finally came, it took 15 minutes to get a plate, and when we were ready to go home, another half hour for the check.
All in all, the great food was overshadowed by the shoddy service.
Bummer too because I really wanted to like this place.
San Francisco, CA 94111
(415) 633-6173
bodyFi
Categories:
Trainers,
Gyms,
Pilates
Neighborhood: Financial District
In the short time that I have been here, so far, I have lost 8 inches on my body, a majority being from my hips! How have they done this for me?
Private Personal Training- You can do 1/2 an hour or an hour but either way you are going to feel the burn and also see the results. Aemar is high energy, and John is slow and steady but equally challenging, and Cassie, will push you but also go with your needs.
Pilates- I do this also with Cassie, and though I also go to The Pad (see review) which I love, I am not going to lie, working out a half hour with Cassie at pilates is way different than my hour at The Pad. It is quick, and it makes you sweat and you feel the challenge.
Group Classes-I'm doing the morning boot camp which is incredible because in half an hour a morning I am able to feel the workout and also see results. You may wonder what can be done in 30 minutes with the changing of positions and adjustments to your TRX or bosu ball, but trust me they make it work and you feel the workout.
And to tie it all together, the food. They have food available for your consumption in their fridge weekly from Lilah Belles (food delivery service) that is fresh, organic and healthy, and you can also pre-order weekly to ensure you get what you want and enough of it.
When I first started going here, they were first starting out, but they worked with me and my inconsistent schedule (I am the FIRST to admit my schedule is a challenge to any personal trainer) and never gave up on me even when I couldn't make it in, and they listened to the things that I needed (boot-camp type series, more morning hours, nutritional guidance) and made everything happen.
What else can you ask for?
San Francisco, CA 94123
(415) 929-1690
The Pad Studios
Categories:
Yoga,
Pilates,
Massage
Neighborhood: Marina/Cow Hollow
Nicole, is who we do our duettes with. She is patient, and works with you yet also pushes you to your limit. She also is constantly correcting your form/posture and making adjustments. While I know I'm not going to sweat buckets of water during a session here, I also know I am going to get a hard workout with alot of muscles burning throughout.
The studio itself is clean, modern and welcoming and warm. They have water by the front door, a small selection of clothes for sale, and also yoga classes.
My only minor complaint is that on reformers are pretty close together so sometimes we have some paths crossing as we work out. Also, I wish we were able to do some work on the cadillac, but there appears to only be one.
Either way I am happy as can be with The Pad.
San Francisco, CA 94121
(415) 386-9008
Elevation Pilates
Category:
Pilates
Neighborhood: Outer Richmond
But unfortunately it wasn't all that I had hoped for. The studio it self is a little older than alot of the studios here in the city, which isn't a huge deal if you are getting a good workout in and it's close to you (plus for me!). But in this case, I took a few pilates group classes and didn't feel a thing. I don't know if it was the instructor or the class itself but I didn't feel anything at all like I normally do with pilates. No burn, no stretch, nothing.
So I haven't been back since, and now have to drive a little further and out of my way, but at least I am feeling a workout now.
Wish it had worked out!
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Now fast forward to August:
Now a week before my appointment, I still haven't been able to move my appointment, and I have called 3 times again to try and see if I can be accomodated this weekend. And of course, I still don't ever get a live person. And when someone finally gets me live, she says they are booked up and I should have tried to reschedule earlier. Are you kidding me!?
I know with modern times, automated systems are more cost efficient and the way to go, but this is nuts.
I haven't even been to the spa yet and I've had a horrible experience.
Considering how the hotel is so known for an amazing guest experience, the spa is severly lacking in the same experiences.