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3.0 of 5 stars.
I have had one experience at Orchid Spa so I can't give a hugely thorough review but that one experience was excellent.I scheduled a Swedish massage on a Saturday afternoon, 60 minutes for $75 which...
yelp.com - user review - 09/20/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I really like this salon because my pedicures have always been flawless. The pedicures last at least 3-4 weeks, especially if you add a clear top coat after the first couple weeks. The people are...
yelp.com - user review - 09/19/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I decided that after a 4 day backpacking trip followed by a bought of the flu which was all the two weeks before I started a new job, I was due for massage. I searched the yelp pages for the best...
yelp.com - user review - 08/30/2009
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The first time I went here I had a fantastic experience but ever since then its gone downhill. I had gel nails put on, they started coming off within two days, so I went back in and got them fixed....
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2009
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3.0 of 5 stars.
Went here for a mani/pedi and thought it was just OK. Spent $45 for a French mani/pedi. The other Yelpers were not lying when they said the nail polish bubbled. So for the manicure, I got french...
yelp.com - user review - 08/04/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is oen of ym favorite spas in the area. Everytime I've gone I've been pleased witht he results. The chairs for the pedicures are comfy and the owner who does the majority of the waxing is very...
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2009
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1.0 of 5 stars.
My friends told me great things about this place, so I was really looking forward to it, but I had a terrible experience.I heard they use new tools for pedicures and you even keep the disposable...
yelp.com - user review - 04/14/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Had a facial here last month and am going back in a week or so. Loanne is such a sweetheart, did not try to push products on me, in fact I had to ask if she could recommend anything! She was very...
yelp.com - user review - 03/16/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
My husband and I had a couples massage here on 2/13/09 for an early Valentine's celebration. My husband had a deep tissue massage and I had a prenatal massage (since I'm 7 months pregnant). The...
yelp.com - user review - 02/19/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I'm gone here several times over the past few months for the $35 Warm Mani-Pedi Special, which is about $5-7 more than most of the places in downtown San Mateo, but I feel it's worth it for the...
yelp.com - user review - 02/17/2009
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Relaxing, nicely decorated salon/spa. I happened to walk by and saw they do eyelash perms here for $35. I am Asian, so I have very straight lashes, and was delighted to find a salon that does perms....
yelp.com - user review - 12/29/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've had my toes done twice here and nails once, they do a great job and are very nice!
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've had mani-pedis here with friends and the staff is very nice and provide a high quality service. The salon is very clean, comfortable, and modern - great for spending a relaxing time with...
yelp.com - user review - 12/02/2008
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Just discovered this Salon and have been going there ever since. The place is extremely clean & professional. The prices are reasonable. They also have wireless connection, so I bring my laptop while I crank...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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who doesn't like to be pampered? this place is great. a perfect spot for a relaxing day, afternoon, or even night. they even do coiuples massages for a really great price too!
citysearch.com - user review - 11/25/2008
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The people seemed genuinely kind and helpful, but I found the service and the condition of the spa lacking...the price I suppose was ok-- $125 for a Brow and Brazilian Wax, French Pedicure and Buff...
yelp.com - user review - 11/22/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I met my friend here for an mani/pedi and the husband/wife owners were so nice and welcoming. The foot massage was probably one of the best I've ever received and the pedicure lasted a good three...
yelp.com - user review - 11/08/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Moved down from San Diego, Ca a year ago, currently live in Hayward, Ive looked around for a place where I could relax, and just enjoy a spa pedicure/manicure. Found it finally here. John and...
yelp.com - user review - 11/02/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
After a stressful move, there's nothing like a massage to help your aching muscles from lifting too many boxes! We did a couples massage here, and it was fantabulous! My man had a massage here last...
yelp.com - user review - 10/24/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
They have a special for $35 both mani/pedi and that is a good deal running now for summer.
yelp.com - user review - 09/16/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
This full service, and I mean full service - waxing, nails, ,hair, massage, facials - spa is the best you're going to get in San Mateo! Owners John and Lynne are professional, friendly people who...
yelp.com - user review - 08/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I was looking for a spa that provided "couple's massage" to share a relaxing moment with my boyfriend. After researching on Yelp and calling around I came across White Orchid Day Spa. I was...
yelp.com - user review - 08/14/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I've been here a couple of times. The last was to prepare for my wedding. It has a great ambience and it definitely an upscale salon - I only come here for nails, not for spa services. I enjoyed the...
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
For the price this place is amazing! We randomly walked in to just check out the services and price and we were very pleased. I got the aromatherapy facial and my husband got the Swedish massage....
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I miss this place soo much. I used to go once every month or two and get a facial and massage from Lihn. She is the best. This place is tranquil calming and will destress you from the worst...
yelp.com - user review - 06/23/2008
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I got a Delax Spa pedi here and have to say it's a very nice nail shop; I will try hair and facial services next time.Linh very friendly she was doing most of the pedi's while I was there.They're very clean...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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White orchid is once of the best in san mateo. I got a hair color by john spa manicure and pedicure by amy here and absolutely loved it. They were friendly, professional and extremely clean. The ambiance was...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/25/2008
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I use White Orchid regularly and appreciate their reasonable prices (I'm a grad student - soon to be a school teacher). This is a clean, relaxing spa that is professionally and cordially run. The...
yelp.com - user review - 03/02/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
the place is very clean - i got a manicure / pedicure there and i was very happy with the way they did it.
yelp.com - user review - 02/27/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I've only been here once almost 1 whole year ago. Its just a little out of my way and kinda pricey so that is what's been deterring me. However, the place is very clean and has a very nice ambiance...
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Great place to go for a pedicure. When you walk in, you smell the relaxing scent of oils burning. All your worries and stress of the day have somehow...vanished! In need of a pedicure, this is a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/06/2008
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The do the best manicure and pedicure. They last forever. It's also very relaxing. I love this place.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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3.0 of 5 stars.
The decor is very simple and clean which I love in a salon. The workers were all very nice and accommodating. I called around noon on a Friday to get a 5 PM appt and it was no problem. When I walked...
yelp.com - user review - 01/15/2008
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4.0 of 5 stars.
most of the reviews have been about the mani-pedis. this one's about the hair salon at white orchid.so i went in really not having a specific idea about what kind of haircut i wanted. basically, i...
yelp.com - user review - 12/11/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This is the ONLY place I will go to get a pedicure. I've seen too many news stories about women who get infections on their legs from pedicure places that have the sinks w/jets, which are difficult...
yelp.com - user review - 11/20/2007
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1.0 of 5 stars.
What a traumatizing experience. Came here to get beautiful nails, and left with ugly nails. The guy who did the pedi did a good job, but the woman doing my mani was just awful. Two of my cuticles...
yelp.com - user review - 09/07/2007
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never knew that there was a spa in the san mateo, I recent found out about this location by a referral from a friend of mine. She told me that this spa gives the best facials and massages. I just went there...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/03/2007
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I have been going to White Orchid for over 2 years now since it opened, and I enjoy my experience every time. I have become friends with the owners who are a very nice couple and pride themselves in their...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/26/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Well, I've been to this place once before with my husband and I thought it was a cute shop. It's clean and they have friendly staff, except their massage therapists don't seem to really have a lot of...
yelp.com - user review - 07/30/2007
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3.0 of 5 stars.
[Review based on my experience a year ago]I owe Vivian my hair sanity!I walked into the salon at noon after a horrific haircut, which was received elsewhere. Vivian, the sweetest stylist I've ever...
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I went here after reading some reviews and was kinda scared..... I am super afraid of "chop shops" and didn't want to find one if you know what I mean. But I walked in w/o and appt and they had an...
yelp.com - user review - 05/24/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I got a pedi here and have to say it's a very nice nail shop; not sure if I'd go for their other salon services but they're very friendly. Mandy was doing most of the pedi's while I was there. She...
yelp.com - user review - 04/25/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
hey, i really liked it here. i had vivian today for a pedicure and she was great. really efficient and clean. i also checked out their bathrooms and the previous person was right, totally clean. i...
yelp.com - user review - 04/06/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
First of all, i must say that finding a good masseuse is very hard to come by. With that said, i booked a double massage and had one of the best swedish/deep tissue massages ever. My boyfriend was a...
yelp.com - user review - 03/26/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
If you are looking for place to get a mani/pedi. Look no further. I have tried several nail salons in the area, and this place seems to do the best job. Its clean, inviting, and really easy to get a...
yelp.com - user review - 02/13/2007
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4.0 of 5 stars.
Nice clean place for a chocolate body scrub. Appears to be extremely sanitary. Though, I wouldn't have do my pedicure there again. It hurt like heck when the lady did it for me.
yelp.com - user review - 02/03/2007
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5.0 of 5 stars.
finally I have found a decent place to get a pedicure in the peninsula. Ask for Lin though, she is the owner; you can tell by her attention to detail and professionalism.
yelp.com - user review - 01/22/2007
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I walked into the salon at noon today (Sunday) after a horrific haircut, which was received elsewhere. Vivian, the sweetest stylist I've ever met, managed to squeeze me into her full schedule (which is very...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/07/2007
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2.0 of 5 stars.
The place is nice and clean. People are nice.---one star for it!I went to there twice for facial. The first time was good, except the pain during the deep pore cleansing. But I understand it would be...
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2006
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I've recently started getting facials regularly. I just tried White orchid day spa for the first time upon the recommendation of a co-worker. The staff was friendly and efficient. My facial was awesome. My...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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I get my hair regulularly cut at White Orchid--and each time it has turned out beautifully! The staff is really friendly and easy to talk to. The spa itself is gorgeous! I feel so relaxed whenever i'm there....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/03/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I decided to check this salon out, based on fellow Yelp reviews and my need to pedi on the Peninsula. My experience, and those of my friends, was great! I practically tortured the receptionist (and...
yelp.com - user review - 10/30/2006
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2.0 of 5 stars.
Not sure if I'd go back to this place. Got two pedicures here and it wasn't that great. The first time I went here to get a pedicure, i went all out and tried their chocolate bliss (or something like...
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I had initially been a big fan of this place when I first started going. However, I recently had a facial there that was not so great. It was supposed to be 80 minutes with decollete massage -- it...
yelp.com - user review - 08/23/2006
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5.0 of 5 stars.
I got a facial there and had a great experience. I called to schedule an appointment and Linh was extremely helpful and thorough in explaining the different facial treatments they offer and what...
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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3.0 of 5 stars.
I got a mani/pedi once that this place. I did enjoy it, they only thing that was a downer is the price. It was $75.00 for both. I liked the atmosphere and products they used. It was very high quality....
yelp.com - user review - 08/07/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
I found this place to be super cute and welcoming. The staff was friendly and knowledgable and accepted walk-in appts for me and my friend who wanted a mani/pedi. A huge PLUS is the fact they take...
yelp.com - user review - 08/02/2006
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4.0 of 5 stars.
This place gives good manicures and pedicures, but their spa chairs (the massage chairs you sit in while soaking your feet) are less comfortable than the ones at other places.They do get busy, and...
yelp.com - user review - 07/01/2006
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I get my hair regulularly cut at White Orchid--and each time it has turned out beautifully! The staff is really friendly and easy to talk to. The spa itself is gorgeous! I feel so relaxed whenever i'm there....
citysearch.com - user review - 06/21/2006
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I just got back from a couples massage with my girlfriend Nana. I had a therapist named Ginig, and she was fantastic! They stayed open late for us and were very warm and friendly. Our massages started late b/c...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/09/2006
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Let me first say I am sceptical of all the other reviews, since they are all glowing and written by users who have only written one review. I had the White Orchid Manicure done here about a week ago. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/27/2006
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The atmosphere is very zen and warm. The owner-Lynn came right over to introduce herself-what a professional and sweet lady. My mom and I tried the lemon drop pedicures-awesome! John did my pedicure and was...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/29/2006
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I spent one of the most relaxing days of my life on my last visit to White Orchard Day Spa. I had been through a very stressful week and needed to unwind. So I booked a day to treat myself to a day in...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/23/2006
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To anyone who's ever dreamed of having silky straight hair, you've got to try their Yuko System. I was given a thorough consultation by one of their stylist beforehand. Also he's price quote was more...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/03/2006
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I've been getting many facials in the past and thought it was facial until I went to White Orchid. The esethician introduce me to Yonka facial and it was the best facial. Also the atmosphere is beautiful and...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2006
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I love this place!! From the wonderful ambience, to the professional, attentive and skilled staffs, this is the best day spa I've ever experienced. White Orchid uses the best quality products and the staffs...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/31/2005
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I absolutely enjoyed my time while visiting White Orchid Day Spa & Salon. The atmosphere was warm and friendly, they treated me like i was family. The people are nothing more than wonderful. I experienced the...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/17/2005
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