Stride

Stride Spa is amazing! Annie is friendly and knowledgeable. She took her time with my mom and I while giving us specialized treatments for our individual foot problems and we will be returning to see her in the future for continued treatments!
Kim F.

Love this place and go there regularly. It is pricey, but worth it. Nice courteous service, very professional, and excellent results. Using non-​invasive techniques (only scrubs and files) they make my feet feel like baby’s. Manicure is not their forte, but everything about the feet is.

I visit Dr. Ewan annually for an examination and visit the Spa every 2 months or so for a Foot Revival and Manicure. I have been very pleased with the improvement to my feet. My nails are healthy and my callouses and corns are under control. Annie Cao is attentive and thorough and listens carefully to any concerns I have. I am in my seventies and like to walk regularly and it is important to me that my feet stay in good shape. As my Mother would say «you are nothing without your feet». Annie is an excellent nail and foot care technician and has cared for my feet for more than two years now.

I just visited Dr. Ewen at Stride for the first time today and my experience was very positive! I went in for a doctors appointment and not a spa treatment. Dr. Ewen, was very personable, extremely knowledgeable, and professional.
She not only addressed my issues, but also thoroughly explained the «why» behind what was happening. The pricing is very reasonable. Overall I could not have been happier and will definitely go back next time I have a foot issue.

Please remove yourself as a podiatrist because nearly every review on here is for the foot spa. I went in looking for a treatment for excruciatingly painful ingrown toenails. I got suggestions for an in-​office treatment while I was there and then never got a call back. Then pain never subsided so I called again, was promised that I would get a call back, and never did! What a joke.

An absolute rip off. Got the Groupon specifically as it stated doctor review. As someone else stated, the technician stated that Dr. B had purposely left so that she did not have to do the examination. False advertising. It was an expensive pedicure, even w/​the Groupon rate.
November 2015 interesting, just read the owner’s comments. Was it false advertising that caused all the Groupon reviewers to be so unhappy? Glad she noticed that as well.

I’ve been looking over the reviews about Stride, and I can’t help but notice (and point out) that the only unhappy people are the Groupon customers. All of the non-​Groupon customers — the ones who pay more money — rave about the service.
That’s amazing!
Isn’t it ironic that the people who pay *more* are the ones who are happy, and the ones who pay *less* are ungrateful, and think that they have a reason to complain?
Shouldn’t it be the other way around?
Really, one would think that the clients who pay full price have a reason to comment on the price, and the clients who have received a steep discount should keep their mouths shut and appreciate that they received almost $ 300 worth of service for $ 100 or less.
But that’s not what’s happening, is it? No.
The clients who pay more are thrilled. T-​H-​R-​I-​L-​L-​E-​D! Imagine that!
Honestly, if I received a double digit discount on something, I would be overjoyed and I certainly wouldn’t look a gift horse in the mouth and complain about the discount I was receiving. I would read the fine print of the offer, realize that I received exactly what I paid for based on that fine print, and keep my mouth shut.
I certainly wouldn’t slam the business that offered me the discount. Shame on you, Groupon people!
So, once again, for those of you who are looking for quality service:
You get what you pay for. This salon uses medical grade equipment and products. You are going to be in a private room, in a reclining chair, with music tailored to your specific preferences. You will be pampered by a highly skilled, highly experienced technician, who cares about doing not just a good job, but an excellent job. Your pedicure will last a month. A month, ladies and gentlemen!!!
If you don’t feel like paying for the above, you are certainly welcome to go to a lower cost salon in Menlo Park or Palo Alto and risk getting a fungus, or worse, a recurring MRSA staph infection, as I did. Fact.
In fact, on pretty much every block in this area, you’ll find a nail place that is more than happy to take your money. Feel free to go there. Will it be clean? Will they reuse equipment one client after the other, without giving any thought to sterilization? Will harmful bacteria just waiting to attack you reside in the teeny tiny crevices of the foot bath? Who knows? However, just to be on the safe side, once you’re done at the other place, you might consider scheduling an appointment at the Stanford Infectious Disease Department.
Alternatively, you can go to Stride, with confidence.
To be clear, I have no personal interest in Stride. I am a client, nothing more. I simply want to foster the success of a neighborhood business that cares about providing high-​touch, high-​quality, top-​notch service to its clientele.
So, if anyone reading this review decides to give more weight to a review written by a Groupon customer — who went to Stride once, probably slept through the entire appointment (in the reclining chair!!!) and therefore has no clue about what kind of service she received, and, on no factual basis whatsoever, chose to never go back — over my review, which was written on the basis of many, many visits to Stride, go ahead. It’ll just mean that there’s more scheduling flexibility for me to book my next appointment at Stride. So, thanks in advance.

Seriously, Stride! Thank goodness I purchased your Groupon because that was such a waste of $ 45. I have had better pedicure service from my local nail salon. If I had known it was just an overpriced pedicure, I would not have bothered purchasing it. I can’t believe that people are willing to pay for this type of service. Yes, it’s a little more intimate but that is about it. The lady did a sloppy job painting my toe nails and even missed a few spots. I think she is more interested about getting me in and out then she is about customer service. The only time she talked to me was to b**tch about the Groupon customers she has had. Really, lady? Ugh, if you can– try to get your $ back from Groupon. You’re not missing anything, trust me!

I have to agree with Amy. I had a Groupon for an annual foot revival ($ 245 value, paid $ 99) and I basically had an overpriced pedicure. When I looked at the brochure and inquired as to why the service I just had costs $ 85 and the value of the service I purchased was $ 245, she explained that the prices and services changed since the Groupon was purchased last year. My opinion is for those who paid $ 99 for the $ 245 service should be offered another foot revival. I’ve had better pedicures for $ 35

I had the annual foot revival. The treatment itself was nice… a very deluxe pedicure. That said, it was no different or better than the pedicures i get in menlo park or san francisco. I appreciated that they use stainless steel bowls and everything is incredibly clean. The callus remover didn’t remove any more callus than a regular pedicure. The pedicure was just under an hour.
The worst part about it was this service is supposed to be $ 270. i bought a groupon for $ 100. This was certainly not a $ 100 service. very, very disappointed!: (

This was a run of the mill pedi in a nice chair in an upscale Dr.‘s office. Kim wasted no time in telling me my bloomspot or groupon $ 49 pedicure (regularly $ 99.) did not include a Dr.‘s visit. Funny, I didn’t think it did. For $ 49 bucks it’s a nice yet pricey pedicure, for $ 99, it’s a total rip-​off. I deliberately went in with gardeners feet, a bit of mud and gunk, from working in my yard. Kim was either disgusted at my feet or simply oblivious. There was no «consultation» unless you consider ‘pick a color’ a consultation. If Kim had taken a few minutes to look at my feet she would have realized a good soapy soak was in order. She was not ‘present’ she didn’t give me a custom pedi or she would have soaked my feet a bit longer. The salt scrub was mostly on my legs and the top of the feet. Why not the bottom and heals where most of the gardeners dirt lay? I don’t get it. 40 minutes for the pedi, 10 – 15 more for my toes to dry.
I came with dirty feet, I left with dirty feet and polished toe nails. I won’t be going back. Oh by the way, Stride advertises with Unilocal,so I expect this review to get ‘filtered.’ Stride should really de-​couple the mani experience from the Dr. experience.

Dr. Ewyn was rec. by a friend/​Plastic Surgeon… so I knew she would do an excellent job. It was easy to schedule (online and in office) and a modern fresh office. She is darling, professional and refreshing to have her work on my foot. She is specialized in Podiatry Medicine so I knew she knew her stuff. I had 2 treatments by her and her special“potion” worked amazingly well.
I have not had any spa treatments… but from the looks of this place and the fab reviews. I will.

Very professional, modern, clean, comfortable and private setting right in the heart of downtown Palo Alto with private parking! Getting a luxurious spa treatment for your feet in a medical office also makes you feel confident that the treatments are being done safely.

Went in for an Annual Foot Revival with Kim. She is very nice. You know how it’s awkward sometimes when you’re getting your nails done and it’s silent? That doesn’t happen here. Kim is so easy to talk to.
So I had to book my appt a couple weeks in advance because they do get book fast. Upon arrival, there was no wait and I was immediately serviced. Kim walked me to a private room with really nice décor. I loved the privacy. It felt more like a spa or health office than a salon.
It was about an hour and the Annual Foot Revival consists of callus removal, mini massage, pedicure, and a couple other things. It was a nice treat. My feet looked good and ready for summer.
I plan on coming back for the Mini Foot Revival because it really did help with my callus. It’s the 8 hrs in heels, but thank goodness my friend referred me here. It’s definitely a facial, but for your feet.

Just had the Annual Foot Revival. With a prepaid coupon, it was $ 99 instead of $ 249, but still overpriced, imo. I’ve had better pedis @ LaBelle, Pinkies, Tru & several resorts for similar or less cost. The highly touted glycolic treastment wasn’t that unusual, as I’ve gotten it at other salons, including as a $ 5 add-​on at the cheapos. I also have it to use at home.
Didn’t see «Dr Ewen» until I was on my way out. Since she never saw my feet, no input. I had told Kim when I made the appt the there were a couple of things I wanted to ask about. The answer was that I would get a pedicure & if I had Dr questions, I’d have to make a medical appt to see her.
Here are the things that I found sub-​par in a place this expensive:
Help-​yourself open-​pitcher water in lobby, no tea or other beverages offered;
Rest room had ring-​around-​the toilet bowl;
No offer to preview color, so because I couldn’t see it going on from the deep non-​vibrating chair, I got a pedi with an unbecoming color which I changed the next day;
I asked for nails short & straight — got 1 square big toe & 1 odd trapezoid. I filed it the next day, but will still have mis-​matched toes until it grows out unless I shape the nice one to somehow match;
No receptionist to schedule appts, so leave a message & wait for a call back which may not happen until a day or 2 later;
Open window next to chair can make the room chilly. I got a funny look when I asked to have it closed;
Uncomfortable late pm sun glare in my face — window coverings don’t block it.
The pros:
Color co-​ordinated fluffy towels & tech smock;
Slate tile floors probably easy to keep very sanitary;
Big room, maybe to accomodate another chair later?
Stainless steel soaking basin assures cleanliness — that also means that the water cools to room temp almost immediately.
Oddity:
The clipboarded 2 page med history questionnaire which Kim told me I had to complete. Made me feel as if I was being shilled as potential patient, even though the Dr was not in evidence.
Not a place I’ll return to.

Went in for an Annual Foot Revival. It was AMAZING! Kim, the nail tech, did a great job and was super easy to talk to. After the revival, I went into the treatment room for a consultation. This part was necessary, as I learned some things about my foot/​joint that I was totally unaware of. Dr. Brynn was knowledgeable and really helpful. She answered my questions and advised what kind of insole I should get for my foot/​joint problem.
Overall, place is really nice and clean; the staff is wonderful; and the foot revival was revitalizing. My feet have never looked and felt better!

Relaxing, quiet, soothing – and my feet look and feel terrific! Dr. Brynn’s lovely office/​spa was a treat for my feet and for my whole body. I actually fell asleep in the chair while enjoying my «foot facial».
Having «challenging» feet isn’t always easy, but after my treatment I went to a wedding wearing silver, high-​heeled sandals and thought my feet looked pretty darn wonderful.
Dr. Brynn checked my feet prior to the treatment and gave me some very helpful advice for keeping my feet healthy and attractive. I really appreciated her careful, gentle and VERY thorough approach.

Brynn is amazing and the foot spa she has created is equally wonderful! I had a minor foot problem and Brynn was able to get it taken care of quickly! I’ve realized how important it it to take care of your feet-​esp in an amazing clean, medical but still spa-​like feel.
Can’t say enough good things about Stride and Dr. Ewen!

STRIDE is an amazing boutique nail salon in Dr. Brynn Ewen’s practice. I absolutely loved the treatment that I got there. The office is super clean, organized, and cute.
It feels more like a spa than a nail salon.
I went for the the Mini Foot Revival and it was exactly what I wanted. The lady who worked there spoke perfect English and was really observant of my needs. She noticed where my calluses were and removed those without my having to point them out.
As part of my treatment, I also got my nails trimmed, feet soaked, and foot massaged. This whole experience has been comparable to some of my best experiences at Burke Williams in the city, where I normally go for my pampering.
For me, it is extremely important to have a sterile environment and all the tools used here are completely clean (it is in a doctor’s office after all). I will definitely go back now that I know I can just drive to Palo Alto rather than San Francisco to get my feet pampered.
As a side note, if you have any questions about the health of your feet in general, Dr. Ewen is extremely helpful. I am a runner and she gave me some advice about general good practice when running. She herself runs full marathons so it was really reassuring to get some professional, yet practical advice from a runner/​doctor.

This is what I needed.
I camp in the Black Rock desert in the late summer. It is beautiful, vast and near some great hot springs. The down side you ask? They call it playa-​foot. I can never bring myself to wear boots out there and the environment is extraordinarily alkaline. Many people get cracked heels and severe dryness, and it isn’t like my feet were perfect beforehand. I’m active and have reached that age where I see just the beginning signs of my feet transforming into my grandmother’s feet.
And so I complain about all this to a friend. She tells me she just had a «facial for her feet» at a foot spa in Palo Alto, that I need one. Who can argue with that looking at my scaly feet.
The Foot Revival was one of the most pleasant experiences I have had in ages. It is even more satisfying because my feet still look like pampered girly feet a month later. Not a sign of tomboy or grandma. Pedicures have never worked for me, but this is an entirely different thing.
I can’t remember all the steps, but there was toenail brightening, sugar exfoliant with alphahydroxy acid, volcanic clay foot masque, a magical spray that is good for cuticles, another step, and urea cream that thins the tougher calluses, etc. My feet feel different, soft, more comfortable.
One thing I didn’t know was going to be included was a consultation with the doctor. She examined my feet and with a few educated observations, helped me make sense of things that have been troubling me lately with not only my feet, but also with my knee. She showed me issues I should be keeping an eye on and made suggestions about how I could correct problems. I’m only 44, but things have been hurting here and there lately. It is clearly time for me to start paying attention so I can keep running and hiking.
The technician who performed the foot revival was an intelligent, interesting med student who made helpful suggestion throughout. Beyond just the physical services, I felt like I got an education.
I cannot say enough good things about Stride and will definitely be going back regularly.