Near By Massage, Brunswick

Near By Massage at 656 Sydney Road, Brunswick is a small Asian massage shop that offers solid basic massages and a modest extras menu depending on the therapist on shift. Reviews show a mix of well‑delivered therapeutic work and variable erotic finishes, so the outcome depends a lot on who you book. Read real reviews on The Naked Truth.

Communication and customer interaction

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  Reception is straight forward and bookings can be done online or walk‑in; staff handle simple English well.

  
  


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  Therapists typically check pressure and comfort, and extras are usually discussed after the flip.

  
  


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  Some providers are chatty and friendly; others are more passive and business like.

  
  

Venue, atmosphere and cleanliness

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  Small, discreet shop on busy Sydney Road with private rooms and a solid door for privacy.

  
  


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  Interior is practical and tidy rather than luxurious; most reviewers note acceptable cleanliness.

  
  


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  One visit reported a transient smell issue, but other reports describe a clean, well‑maintained room.

  
  

Facilities and amenities

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  Standard massage table, heater and small speaker in rooms; hot towels and basic oils are provided.

  
  


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  A sink and simple clean up provisions are available, but no notable luxury features.

  
  


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  Rooms are private and functional for both massage and a quick finish.

  
  

Providers and appearance

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  Asian women 30s and above mainly.

  
  


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  Skill and enthusiasm for extras vary by therapist.

  
  

Services and experience

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  Core service is relaxation/therapeutic massage with firm or medium pressure available on request.

  
  


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  Extras commonly offered: hand job (typical $50); some therapists may offer nude or fuller options but availability is inconsistent.

  
  


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  Best experiences pair a good massage technique with an engaged, willing finish; weaker visits feel transactional or limited to the basics.

  
  

Pricing and value

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  Typical prices reported: 30 minutes $55, 45 minutes $70, 60 minutes $80.

  
  


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  Extras generally add about $50 for a hand finish; higher‑end options may cost more if available.

  
  


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  Value is solid when the therapist provides both quality massage and a caring finish.

  
  

Service flow and timing

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  Common flow: arrival and payment, undress in room, face‑down massage, flip, extras discussed and performed if agreed, cleanup with towels, get dressed.

  
  


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  Sessions generally run to time; therapists often leave a short shoulder/head rub at the end if time permits.

  
  


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  Asking about extras before you undress helps prevent awkwardness at the flip.

  
  

Recommendation

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  Maybe — try Near By Massage if you want a convenient, no‑frills massage with a chance of a decent finish, but be prepared for therapist variability and ask about extras up front.

  
  


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  Read real reviews on The Naked Truth.

  
  

Quotes

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  “Straight away she takes the towel right off and scrunches it up between my legs.”

  
  


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  “Super solid handjob, certainly knows what she’s doing.”

  
  


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  “This shop is now less of a sure thing, but maybe a 50% chance.”