Healthy Zu Spa

For $ 40 all-​in, I got the exact massage I needed. It’s a solid Chinese reflexology place. Regular price is $ 28, specials are typically $ 25. I didn’t even bother buying the deal in advance so I paid the $ 28 and gave Xie the $ 12 tip.
I was leaving work on Friday thinking about how terribly tight my shoulders felt. My weekend was already busy and I had dinner plans in 2 hours, so I was really racking my brain on how I could fit in a massage at some point. Knowing that I didn’t need a full spa experience but really just some good shoulder, neck action, I jumped on Unilocal for any place nearby. I called Healthy Zu to see if there was any availability and they said to come on in! I walked the brisk 15 minutes there and was taken into the communal room as soon as I arrived. Xie really did work out my kinks! He was firm and frequently checked in to make sure the pressure was okay. Throughout the 60 minutes, there was only about 4 minutes of squinting and squirming on my part because his pressure was too much. I thought he was trying to hurt me at one point! but I didn’t ask him to ease up because I knew my body would thank me later.
Anyway, if you don’t already know how reflexology places work — keep your clothes on (so wear something loose fitting if you actually plan in advance), for the base $ 28 experience you won’t be in a private room, it’s still quiet with soft soothing music playing in the background (turn off your phone — don’t be that person), it’s cheap so tip them well, no frills.
Also, they have a frequent visitor punch card… after 10 visits you get 1 free.

This massage place is aweeesome! If you have a lot of knot on your shoulders and upper back, or feel your neck is super heavy and stiff, come to this place! They will soothe your knots away. Their massage technique, if I were to describe is like Shiatsu and Thai massage combined. They use a lot of pressure, and not only kneading your body with the palm, they will use elbow a lot. It might be a little rough for some people, but hey, it works very well for me. They also have this awesome deal, $ 28 for an hours massage (feet, neck, back, face, everything…). For me, every time I come out from this place, I feel soooo light — like walking on the cloud — this is my cloud 9!

Excellent experience. I’ve come to find reflexology massage far more effective than traditional massage for getting rid of aches and pains. So when I saw this come up on Groupon I bought it. The massage was excellent. The only reason I didn’t give it 5 stars is the customer service up front and by phone is a little blasé.

I love this place! The first time I went I had no idea what to expect. I got the foot massage which is actually a full body massage but you aren’t in a private room and you keep your clothes on. You walk into a dimly lit room and there are 5 very large comfy chairs. They start by putting your feet in warm water to get rid of toxins while they massage your shoulders, head and upper body. Then you flip on your stomach and they massage the rest of the body. The pressure was phenomenal and every time I go I swear they know exactly what areas need more work! At $ 29 how could you not keep going back?

This is an ahmmmaaazzzing spa. They handle you with such care. I’ve been to numerous high end spas and this is the best! The value, quality, and friendliness of the staff beats all!!! I tell everyone about this spa!

Really liked this place and the massage was really good too! The price for the massage is great but I just thought the suggested tip amount was too high.

Great spa place in a nice neighborhood. We called them in morning for an afternoon appointment for a party of four and they were very accommodating. May was amazing in recognizing my pain points and gave very relaxing massage. Overall a great experience and we all loved it!!!

AMAZING! In my TOP 5 massages ever! Desperately needing one today, I wanted something close to home, West Loop. Decided to try this place… Much more of a traditional atmosphere. If you’re wanting a «spa experience» this place probably isn’t for you. VERY CLEAN, relaxing environment, most comfortable table ever! BEST PART $ 50 for an amazing hour of massage that left me feeling a complete body restoration, even energized! I will be going back regularly!

So my boyfriend and I have never had a reflexology massage before, but we found a groupon for 25 bucks and thought why not? What a surprise. We showed up not thinking much, and then were ushered into a room with 8 tables in it. There were 2 other people having massages, and it was similar to a couples massage, but like with 2 other people. You’re fully clothed, and they work on your whole body. It was AMAZING. My boyfriend doesn’t believe in holistic therapies, so for him to say it was as good as I thought it was meant a lot.
Id wear shorts and a tank top to give as much access as possible. They start you out laying down with your feet in water while they work on your head, neck, shoulders, arms, and my most favorite my hands. Then they move to your feet, then have you flip over and work on your back. It’s AMAZING. It’s cash only tipping, so be prepared.

Cheap and a great massage — highly recommended. A few things to note: it is in a big room with others being massaged at the same time, you remain fully clothed, and your feet are placed in warm water. For the money, it is well worth it!

Honestly I was not expecting the best message for $ 25 bucks, I just needed to relax for my one day off and decompress, but it was the best hour of my life! These people really know what they’re doing.
People complain about the tipping amount but honestly I’ve paid way more for way less of a message and these people deserve so much more.

I came over due to its 4 stars plus its the closest to my home, but sorry, I can give only 1 with my experience…
first, we called to make an appointment, they said we can come anytime.
We arrived on time, but then they said there was another two who also said that they have appointment… and asked us to wait, since we already there, we just waited for 35 minutes.
ok, at last its our turn, the water for soaking my feet was not even luck warm, nearly cold, I wonder whether its a «second hand»…
The woman who did my massage was totally exhausted that she was just simply «touching» me, nothing got to the point of any part of my muscle… neither on my feet nor my body.
I wanted to ask her to give a little more pressure, but I was thinking this is the end of her day, she must be super tired, so I just left her to «touch» me without saying anything!!!

WHOA. Zu Spa offers AMAZING massages. I love a good reflexology place and this was probably the best I’ve ever been to. I got a 90 minute massage for $ 65 in a private room and oh boy it was amazing. The massage people there are like muscle whisperers and know all the muscles that are dying to be de-​knoted. After several days of walking around Chicago my calves were dying and after getting a massage here I felt like a whole new person. Rarely is a massage that good.
Prices are fantastic and foot reflexology is often a misnomer. Even if you’re just getting a «foot massage» they do the whole body including neck, back, and hands.

Amazing place! I got the 60 minute foot massage which included neck, head, arms and almost like a full body massage. Alex my therapist was excellent. This is a very good value. I can guarantee I will be back again and again. The staff is very friendly as well.

This place blew my socks off. Don’t expect a 5 star spa like experience– you walk in, there are 15 (really comfy and big) reclining chairs lined up in a dark room. Still, it’s relaxing in it’s own way. I initially bought a groupon for a 30 minute reflexology, but when I got there one of the managers offered me an extra 30 minutes for only 7 dollars more. How can you say no to that?
I don’t know why they even advertise this as only a foot massage. They would probably get even more business if people knew they would be getting a whole body over-​the-​clothes fabulous rub down.
Typically when I get a massage, I have to constantly ask them to use more pressure — the staff here really understands where/​when to increase or decrease the pressure they are using. They start with a head massage, which totally gets you relaxed and let your feet soak in a hot tub in the meantime.
Their base price is 28 dollars/​hour. I will definitely be back. I want to go back right now thinking about it lol. Tip between 10 – 20 dollars; I mean come on, where else can you get an amazing rub down for 28 measly dollars?

Who ever it was that did my massage did a great job! It’s very calm and relaxing in there. The chairs that fully recline need some lumbar support! The buckets in which your feet soak have little nubs on the bottom that feel so good on tired feet. The 60 minute foot/​body massage with clothes on is only $ 28. Currently there is a Unilocal deal for $ 25 for $ 20.
…and now the bad part… The cashier had a hard time explaining the Unilocal deal. I thought it was like any other «deal» that functioned like a gift card but she made it into this long explanation that ended up confusing me and asking if I knew what she was saying. After 5 minutes she got to the point which is exactly what I thought it was… like a gift certificate.
As I was walking in the cashier was yelling after a guy leaving asking if he left a tip. A tip is considered a gift and is optional so shouting after someone to ensure they left a tip is a bad customer service move. And with that said I am a good tipper. Then I noticed when I was paying they have a sign on the counter with 4 smiley faces showing different ranges of thankfulness from crying to holding a bouquet of flowers. under the crying smiley was «$ 5.00» and under the flower holding smiley was «$ 20» and two in-​between. So basically they are saying that if i Leave a $ 5 tip on a $ 28 service I’m being an ass and I ‘m going to make them cry. Seriously? I left $ 7…does that still make me a jerk?

我的按摩是伟大的！peter was awesome!!! I will be back!!! She suggested the $ 28 deal and I tipped Peter what he was worth. Wish I had more. I will be back!!!

Looking for a luxuious pampering experience? This is not the place. Looking for people who can expertly relax you, workout your muscle kinks and leave you feeling 110%?, this is THE place in Chicago.
No, this «spa» does not have nice lounge areas, champagne and great interior décor. It is a group of people who understand how to us reflexology to reset your day and leave you refreshed.
Originally, I was introduced through a day of desperate soreness and a convenient groupon. Now, this is the place I go when I need after long flights, hard workouts and stressful weeks. The therapists are mostly men who start with your head and then work from your feet up. Note that the foot massage is not just a foot massage, but a full body, over the clothes deal. Both of my therapists didn’t ask where it hurt or how hard to press. They were able to assess that and adjust on their own. In fact, my last massage was a solid 60 minutes of quiet music.
Especially at their price, it is definitely worth a try. IF you like a good massage you will come back.

Totally legit, clean, properly run Chinese massage place.
The customer service communication is a little lacking, so just ask if it’s your first time and you don’t know what to do.
I splurged for a 75 min in room massage. You get a private room (lofted so you still hear outside noise), he asked me to take off my top and covered me with a towel. Very good pressure and thorough massage!

My latest and greatest massage place. I believe, it’s the most thorough body massage in my life (face, neck, ears, legs, calves, foot etc). I didn’t hesitate to tip 50% for a worthy service. I agree with David S (another reviewer) that $ 10-​$ 15 cash tip is appropriate.
Face Massage is Anti-​Aging.
Spa — not really. But comfortable. Massage Room is 80−90% dark.
Vanity Tip — no filled-​in eyebrows, bronzer instead of blush as you «may» loose the brows after massage. Girl… do you wanna look like a scary hot mess?
I shall be dropping by every 3 weeks.