The Body Cafe

I had a massage today with Kristen and it was good. She was able to fit me at the time and day I needed and was super sweet on the phone. When we met we had a 4 PM appointment. I arrived 10 mins before to fill out the paper work and was already laying down on the massage bed by 4 PM. We talked and I felt comfortable especially since I had pulled a shoulder muscle and she was working on it. We got to chatting and time flew by when she tells me that my time is up. I think to my self wow that went fast. I put on my clothes and look at the time and it was 4:50. I thought oh okay she finished a little early no problem. Then I look at my Groupon and it says I had a 75 minute massage with her not a 60 minute massage. Then I got a little mad and sad because she shorted me 25 minutes and because I could really have used all the time I paid for to help ease the pain of my shoulder. One star for ease of making appointment and one star for good personality and strong hands, but minus 3 stars for not giving me ¼ of my alloted time even after I brought it up :(

I got my daughter a groupon for this place and she like the massage with Paula so much that she got me a couple of gift certificates for 60 min massages complete with tip. In the meantime my husband got me a groupon so I used that first. Paula was super sweet but she never stopped talking. Then she couldn’t take appointments because she hurt her wrist and couldn’t do massage — so when I booked again I got Alisa. She was awesome and so quiet! If I could make the time I’d go every week — she’s that good!!! Anyway, since then I’ve tried to book using my prepaid gift certificates and was told since Paula sold them to us and she’s not there anymore they can’t honor them but maybe Alisa could provide a massage if I agreed to pay her a fee. I guess I get it and she should get paid — and of course I would tip her — but the certificate says Body Café not Paula’s massage so I’m a bit po’d that they wont honor them. Makes me think twice about doing business with them again and my daughter is out $ 140 for gift certs!

I am so disappointed!
I wanted to love this place because it is a co-​op. Same prices as ‘chain massage places’ with less nice facilities (clean but run down) but the therapists take home more and have autonomy, so that is good.
Last week I had a 75 min massage with Aiden. It was very good, the best deep tissue work I have had done. Despite the building’s lackluster appearance, the sketchy conversation of people hanging out by the door, and difficult street parking situation, there was nice music, good oil, a comfortable massage table, and even hot stones inside the massage room.
After my massage I felt great and immediately scheduled a 90 min massage for the next week. The next week, for my second massage, I arrived on time and the building was locked. Aiden showed up a few minutes late, but had the wrong keys! He said the owner gave him the wrong keys (new locks) and since he couldn’t reach the ‘boss’ or landlady, he had to cancel and would reschedule with me, and he would do 90 min for the 60 min price for the inconvenience. Not perfect but understandable, and a nice gesture with the discount. I rescheduled for the next day.
I showed up on time. Again, no Aiden and a locked door. I texted him. No response. I called Body Café. No answer, and a voice mail saying they rarely check messages. I texted Aiden again. I waited 45 min outside the facility and he never came or called or texted or emailed. How unprofessional! I was worried that he was hurt or worse.
Nope! After I emailed the Body Café the next day, he sent me a text. ‘Sorry, my phone was locked and something came up yesterday.’ What? Something came up so you no-​showed? No communication, no apology for not showing (only for not communicating), no legitimate explanation?
I should have walked away at this point, but he did such good deep tissue, and he offered a discount for the second session, and I was really hoping to make this a weekly thing as part of my rehab after a sports injury and surgery. I then rescheduled for two days later, he said that was fine. Then 3 hours later, he asked if I could come an hour early, at 5 pm, because it would ‘work much better for his schedule.’ I don’t know if he had Friday night plans, or was trying to squeeze in another client. I booked 6 – 7:30 because I couldn’t get there earlier after my last work meeting of the day. I told him I couldn’t do 5 but could try to make it there by 5:30.
I wasn’t able to get there until 5:35 with traffic and because my meeting ran late. I was glad I had booked 6 pm and hadn’t changed it to 5 pm! He was curt and didn’t apologize for missing our other appointment.
He lead me to a room where the table was so high I had trouble getting up. He came back in at 5:40 (clocks in the room), and then started. He seemed rushed and tense the whole time. There was no music, and the room was in the front on a busy road so I heard traffic, horns, and racing engines the whole time. Another massage therapist opened the door during the session! He didn’t even get to a spot I told him needed work. Poor pacing and he stopped early! Just before 7 pm he said time was up. 80 min, I scheduled and paid for 90. If I had been late, maybe I could understand. However I wasn’t late– I was 20 min early as a courtesy to him. Plus he didn’t tell me her would only do the 80 min.
He made me wait at the counter to pay (where did he go this time?), then said nothing about ending early or missing the other session, or even if I wanted to schedule a second appointment.
The massage left me feeling tense, and with a limp.
5 stars for the quality the 1^st time, 3.5 for the quality this time, 0 stars for professionalism!
Tl;dr: Good first massage but sketchy facility. He was locked out and late for second massage and so he cancelled on me. No showed without communication or apology for the second massage re-​schedule. Asked to move the time of the re-​re-​schedule second massage, I said I’d try to come early, then he ended a curt massage early, leaving me sore.
See other comments about communication. This co-​op model doesn’t work when it depends on the individuals who can’t be bothered to arrive on time or even show up.
Go to places with professionalism so you can make sure you actually get the massage you scheduled, in a quiet environment!

I received a groupon for a 90 minute massage as a gift. I used the website to request an appointment, I was contacted shortly after and able to book an appointment for the following day.
When I arrived, I met with a sweet friendly woman names Millie (Milagros). We discussed my medical history and problem areas before she showed me to the massage room. The room was neat, clean and the décor lent to a relaxing setting. I was concerned that I would be able to hear the traffic outside, but the room was so secluded and private that I dint hear anything besides the soothing music playing. .
The massage was wonderful. Millie checked in with me frequently to make sure the pressure was good and that I was comfortable. Millie used a combination of techniques that hadnt seen before; it really worked to relax the kinks out of my neck, shoulders and back. I was so relaxed that I even dozed off a few times.
Even without the groupon, the standard rates for a 90 min massage are very reasonable. I hope to return again soon.
The only negative about this shop is the limited street parking, but I was able to find a spot quickly just around the corner.

I purchased a groupon. When I messaged through their site I was immediately contacted by two of the therapist working there. I set an appointment. Easy and quick. I had a 90 minute massage with Millie. Five stars for Millie! She helped my tight muscles and I felt MUCH better after my appointment. If you leave a phone message they will return your call. If you email they will respond. There are many independent therapists working here, so I’m sure you will find the right style for your needs.
I’m going back in two weeks! That’s how happy I am with this place.

I Groupon to find the best– and I rarely find 90 minutes for a good price. I’ll try this one… and see what happens
I met with David… he is quiet, calm, and just a nice guy. He was there when I walked in and didn’t have to wait and he started on time. His pre massage consult was fast and he did read the paperwork and that did not come out of massage time.
The place was clean and fresh. Location is close to 50 for easy on and off!
The experience… ooooohhhh ahhhhh AMAZING! This guy rubbed and pushed just right.
Something new for me was that h used heating pads on an off the various parts he wasn’t working on. His technique was… well just WOW. I didn’t have to say a word during it. He checked in with me a few times but he really looked but he felt my responses and reactions to push as deep as I could tolerate and not hurt… He just knew.
I am still not sure what happened there and could not believe I was there for 90 minutes but zoned out and would have to say it was the BEST I have had. That was my first time losing concept of time during a pampering session.
I can’t wait to have more. Don’t waste your time on looking for others places. I haven’t tried other CMT here… I am quite happy with who I have.
Recommendation without hesitation.

I had a massage this morning with Paula. She is wonderful! Easy to book with, and was right on time. She’s perfect for relaxation and muscle tension. Me and my knot filled back will be back next time I’m in Sacramento!

If there was a zero star option that’s what I would rate this place because that’s pretty much what they gave me, ZERO SERVICE. I decided to buy a groupon for a massage here and was really looking forward to it because I was stressed out and just needed one. I even considered becoming a regular customer here since the location wasn’t too far from my house. However, upon buying the groupon, I called this place everyday for a week with no reponse. I even emailed them at
but my email was kicked back multiple time (I don’t even know if the email is valid). After reading what others had said here, I decided to be a bit more patient since I read that they didn’t have a receptionist, however after a week of doing this the effort is simply not worth it!!! If body café really wants business, they need to hire a live person and cater to basic customer services. I understand the nature of your independent work schedules, but seriously, we shouldn’t have to pursue you for service, especially when we already paid for it! Sorry but taking my business elsewhere!

This time I came here I had a massage w/​Naomi. Naomi was absolutely AMAZING! Her massage was intuitive, focused, DEEP and consistent. It’s clear her profession is her passion. I am unsure how long she’s been a CMT, but her hands felt like she had been in the profession for years — like «buttah!» She is now officially in my rotation. HIGHLY RECOMMEND.

I purchased a Groupon for a 90 minute Deep Tissue Massage. Called them at least 5 times with a voicemail response each time. I left a message as well as sent two emails, with no replies in three whole business days. I was finally able to track down the phone number of one of the massage therapists that work there in order to find out if this place even had a receptionist, and the answer is no. She couldn’t even tell me who listens to the voicemails or reads the emails. Are you kidding? Then before I could ask, she tells me that she wouldn’t give me an appointment if I had a Groupon voucher. I’m left wondering if this place is even operational.

These guys are really legitimate. The massage is great, I always leave feeling wonderful. I would recommend them to anyone that needs a good massage. They can do forms of Reiki and deep tissue or whatever is needed. Check them out today!