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The owners and people here are super chill and very accommodating! This is my second time coming here and I really appreciated the care and precision they put into their work!! Will definitely be coming back here again and would recommend coming here too! Artwork is amazing and same with prices!!

Been to several artists in the past few years. By far the best quality tat I’ve ever got. The time they took and detail for something small is unmatched. Run don’t walk!!

I got my second tattoo here and it was by far the best experience I’ve had. Everyone was so friendly and polite and the artist was so attentive to what I wanted and made sure I was comfortable the whole way through. I did a thin, fine line tattoo, and the artist who did mine absolutely nailed it. Would one thousand percent recommend!

Love this place! I’ve only been twice but it’s always good energy, vibes, and nice people. Vikk has done both of my tattoos and I love them. He is kind, HILARIOUS, and can tell he truly cares about the quality of his work. It’s icing on the cake knowing he’s from East Austin. I’ll be back for sure for mini Monday or another day!

So good! I went in with my friend and together we had 3 different tattoos and it was done in less than an hour. Tattoo artist Victor was amazing, made me feel super comfortable. Will def be back!

Highly Recommend! Walked in and they were able to fit us in on a Sunday afternoon. They took our design and showed us multiple different sizes and the prices of each. Everyone was very friendly.

Walked in with no appointment. Tracy and Vic took care of me and was very attentive! Good vibes as soon as I walked in. Vic did my tattoo! Came out better than I expected. Absolutely love my tat! Drove down from Dallas! Found my new tattoo spot! I appreciate it fellas ready for my next visit!

I had such a wonderful experience at this charming tattoo shop! From the moment I walked in, the atmosphere felt welcoming and relaxed. My artist, Taylor, was absolutely amazing—so gentle, professional, and incredibly talented. She took the time to really understand my vision and brought it to life in the most beautiful way. The piece she created exceeded all my expectations. Her attention to detail and calm demeanor made the entire process feel easy and comfortable. I couldn’t be happier with the result. Highly recommend this shop—and especially Taylor—if you’re looking for quality work and a great experience!

Had to shout out David for this piece. Easily one of my favorites so far. The detail in the skull, the smooth shading on the hat, and that clean old-school vibe with the bow tie and suit came out perfect. The way everything flows and fades really makes it stand out. I’ve been getting tattooed by him for over a year and he keeps leveling up every time. Super chill and always delivers quality work.

I have had two sessions here with the unbelievably talented Rey, and I can’t recommend him enough. His calm, laid-back energy instantly puts you at ease, making the experience enjoyable and relaxing. He is also friendly, extremely professional, and frankly just a cool guy. His art speaks for itself – I couldn’t be happier with my tattoos and am already looking forward to coming back to see Rey for more in the future.

I also got a nose piercing with Jade during my last visit, who is equally wonderful – I loved her upbeat and bubbly personality. She explained both the piercing process and the aftercare thoroughly which put me at ease. She also made herself available to answer some follow-up questions via text after my session. I highly recommend her services!

Aside from the amazing talent they have staffed, the shop is clean and stylish. The private rooms create a sense of comfort. Both my walk-in and appointment experiences were smooth and efficient. I highly recommend this shop, and the wonderful artists that really make this place special.

Got my first ever tattoo done today by Taylor. She made it easy and simple throughout the whole process, and she was very easy to talk to and get along with.

The shop itself is clean and very welcoming, as well as the rest of the artists there. I will definitely be coming back for another tattoo very soon. Thank you guys!! ❤️

Very nice, neat and friendly place! Came to get my first tattoo with Taylor and she’s artist and very helpful if you have any questions! Got my first and second tattoo with her and will be back for more!

I had an absolutely amazing experience at Ink Couture Tattoos, especially thanks to my incredible artist, Taylor.
From the moment I walked in, the process was incredibly convenient and easy. I came in as a walk-in, and was pleasantly surprised by how smoothly I was able to get in with an artist, particularly since I specifically requested Taylor after seeing her work. It speaks volumes about their efficiency and customer service.
Taylor herself was phenomenal. The entire tattooing process was so good and smooth from start to finish. She was professional, attentive, and clearly incredibly skilled. She made sure I was comfortable throughout, and the result is exactly what I envisioned, if not better.
I highly recommend Ink Couture Tattoos, and if you’re looking for a talented artist who makes the whole experience a breeze, ask for Taylor! You won’t be disappointed.

Got my first tattoo with Taylor. She was amazing. She was super friendly and did great work. She helped me create a piece with my mom’s fingerprint. Definitely ready for Taylor to do my second.

I went with my friends for them to get piercings. The wait wasn’t long and the staff were great, super friendly! I wasn’t gonna get anything but I did have some questions about a piercing I had gotten a while ago. Raul was really patient and kind and answered the questions my friends and I had and even went ahead and switched out my jewelry for me. Incredibly chill guy and expert at his craft. Will definitely be going back to Raul for my next piercing!

The only place I’ll ever go for piercings, Ive gotten 10 here this year alone, the piercers (I believe I’ve had a different one every time) are always amazing, super funny and chill to talk to, it’s quick and easy and significantly cheaper than other places, you can always trust their professional opinion on placement and healing, I recommend going on a Tuesday-thursday because it’s cheaper than normal but not so cheap that its super busy like on Sundays. They have a great assortment of jewelry for the days you don’t need any new body mods but need some more pizzazz (and I believe you can order jewelry online if you don’t wanna go in person, could be wrong tho), I recommend them to everyone I know who wants piercings and I appreciate them so much for the confidence boost I’ve gotten since the first experience.

I came in originally to get a rook and helix piercing. Wait wasn’t too long—I came in at opening, but since it was a Sunday, there was already a wait for the $24/piercing deal. It moves quick though, and I was helped after around 30 minutes. Raul was super lovely about taking a look explaining how my ear anatomy wouldn’t be the best for a rook. He was super patient in suggesting alternatives and answering my questions, which I really appreciated. The whole process was incredibly clean and quick—I’d definitely come back!

I had an exceptional experience here getting a piercing I’ve wanted for years. Drew did my piercing. He was calm, informative, and knowledgeable. He even took the time to share his opinion on my anatomy for another piercing I have been wanting. The person working at the front took my phone call before hand and was very kind to me and everyone else who entered while I was waiting. They use high quality, titanium, internally threaded jewelry for piercings. They also have a huge collection of ear studs and other jewelry. I will be returning for all future piercings.

I went to get my labret done today. Super friendly staff and I got in very fast. I got my lip pierced by Drew. Super nice guy and super down to earth. He told me everything he was doing and had very good communication. The placement of my piercing is perfect. I have gotten over five piercings with Drew. He is awesome and I always recommend him to people going to this shop. I have never had a bad experience with getting a piercing from him. Super cheap piercing for such good and efficient service. Drew was talkative and funny. He was very clean and everything was sterile. The piercing itself was so painless and quick. I will definitely be coming back:)

Hey guys I went here on my lunch break to get my brow pierced. No appointment, and the wait wasn’t long at all. The customer service was very professional. Drew done my piercing. He made sure everything was sterile. the piercing was quick and painless. He talked me through the process, gave me detailed information, on how to clean the piercing site and what to expect while healing. Drew was patient and informative with all my questions. The only complaint I have is the parking,. That’s it. If you’re looking to get pierced or a tattoo Platinum ink on Burnett Rd is your place.
Thank guys. I’m enjoying my piercing!

I have been coming to this shop for their piercer, Darren, for 10 years. Darren is the best piercer I have ever had! He is always kind, patient, and knowledgeable. He takes his time explaining the process and puts great care into making sure the piercing placement looked good (none of my piercingsfrom him were ever crooked). He also always double checks if I like my placement. He never ever makes me feel uncomfortable or scared to ask questions. I recommend him to everyone I meet. If you’re a woman, POC, queer, a first timer, or just nervous from previous bad experiences I would 110% recommend going to Darren for your next piercing!

Shout-out to my Artist VIC for doing my coolest (Cover Up) wolf tattoo design. He drew up everything and matched the drawing and ideas perfectly in my tattoo. Absolutely in love with this piece and happy with the tattoo quality. This was well worth the price for the quality done. It’s received lots of compliments and likes from people. Absolutely love this tattoo and wanted to say thank you to Vic for doing such an amazing job. Highly recommend y’all come see Vic if you’re thinking about getting your next tattoo.

We did 2 walk in tattoos and had Chris and Charley. They were amazing with helping us with placement and sizing. Tattoos turned out perfect. Thank you both!

Loved this place! Today I came in as a walk-in for a Helix piercing. Joe is truly the best! I came in feeling very nervous and Joe was able to make the whole process smooth and easy. Surprisingly the helix piercing did not hurt as I thought. Joe also explained throughly the after healing process and answered all my questions and concerns. Thank you so much, Joe!

This was such a a great experience! My friends and I just walked in one night a little after 8:00, while we were in Austin. My friend and I got outter conch piercings and another friend got a helix piercing. Joe was so great and calmed my nerves! I have had piercings done before but this was definitely the easiest. He was very nice, funny, and walked through a little meditation session so that it was really relaxing. They had a really great selection of jewelry. With tattoo and piercing it came to a little over $80. #GoKingJoe

Love this place! I’m particular about piercings and get all my piercings done here. Joe is the absolute best!!!! He is very knowledgeable about body anatomy and takes his time thoroughly explaining everything. Highly recommend true blue for piercings, especially piercings with Joe. Thank y’all again! Yay!!

Some friends and I went to get an eyebrow, industrial, and helix piercing. Fair pricing and extremely professional setting. Sarah, the manager for the piercing studio, is VERY knowledgeable and so incredibly welcoming. I absolutely recommend this place, I’m glad we ended up here instead of another shop. I would rate this place 10 stars if I could, love love loved it!

I love it here. They truly care about informing the client and doing things right and what is best for healing. They use quality jewelry so the price is ALWAYS worth it here. I was mutilated at Platinum Ink and came here to get my piercings fixed and they just helped me so much. I’ll never go anywhere else. I recommend Sarah and Laura but they are all amazing and care about you before money or anything else.

Marco at All Saints is incredibly talented. He’s done large pieces on me and all from a simple description. He’s able to take words and turn them into a beautiful piece of art. Something so intimate, personal, and just perfectly designed. He has a light hand and impeccable line work. His ability to add color and bring his pieces to life is a journey in itself. I trust him fully. Thank you Marco for being such a joy to be around and tattooed by. Your presence is powerful and in the best way. Blessed to have found you.

Looking for a new tattoo? We’ll stop looking and go see Marco. Dude knocked it out the park on everything I asked for. The artwork is impeccable. Lines? Crisp. Color? Vibrant. The art he draws? Would make Picasso tear up in awe. The price is VERY fair but if you’re getting art on your body forever why worry about price? Everything you should be worrying about is top tier. So stop by and give his art a look. I bet you won’t be disappointed because I’m far from it.

The people were so kind and friendly, the environment was very welcoming. They got me in immediately and the work was fast and diligent. The space was clean and regulations were up to standard. They did what I wanted perfectly and left me more than satisfied. Had an amazing experience and I recommend them for both beginners and experienced people!

Such a great experience at this shop. Finally got to visit and the new location is adorable and very welcoming. Everyone was extremely friendly, patient, and professional. Alyssa (?) was at the front I believe and was so friendly and welcoming. We had just walked over from another shop that didn’t say a single word to us. Walking into All Saints was the complete opposite. Super welcoming from the beginning and walk-ins are actually welcomed.

Justin Smith and Frank Ball were our artists today and I’m so glad they were. When we left we couldn’t stop talking about how nice everyone was.
If you want a legit tattoo and you’re not at all saints where you atttttt???

We had such a great experience at All Saints. Our tattoo artist Hannah was professional and does amazing work. Alyssa at the front desk was amazing and even wrote a list of restaurants she recommended and live music venues. Such great vibes!

From the moment I met Frank, I immediately felt welcomed and confident about my tattoo process. This was my first tattoo and Frank was an amazing artist! He was very patient and understanding, and asked numerous questions to ensure I was comfortable with my tattoo and the process. The new location of All Saints Tattoo was clean and had a very professional environment. Love my tattoo and would come back again!

Had a great experience! Alyssa was so welcoming and supportive. I had just walked out on an appointment I had at a different shop after feeling not the best vibes there; I was totally bummed. I walked-in to All Saints on 6th and Alyssa made me feel so much better. I got a thin line wildflower tattoo and Kyle crushed it. He had awesome energy and did an excellent job. Planning on visiting their new location next year to add more. If you want good vibes, check out All Saints in Austin

Phenomenal tattoo shop!
Everyone here is so sweet & they’re very accommodating, fast, and clean. All the artists here do beautiful work but they still execute small tattoos so well!

4 of us were walk-ins yesterday and we had a blast with the tattoo artists. Their souvenir tattoo flash is the cutest, great selection. I got a close friend’s handwriting tattooed on me & my artist was a guest artist actually, and he did a beautiful job. Thank you, Garza!

I’ll definitely be back for more when I’m in Austin!

My friends and I came here for my bachelorette party. I messaged the shop on Instagram a couple weeks in advance to let them know our plans and they were so prepared when we showed up for our tattoos. 5 of us were getting tattoos, some of us got multiple, and we were in and out in a little under 2 hours. I couldn’t believe it! The artists and front desk were so professional and kind. We had such a great experience and all left happy with the work the artists had done!

Love this shop & its staff! Sage is the best, both as a front desk person & a piercer, & Amanda is amazing! She’s such a good artist, plus usually has some fun stickers to give out.
+ serivice is always quick & reasonably priced.

Jeremy was the best!! Tattoos were great and service was awesome, so happy they were able to take us as walk-ins☺️✨ Would definitely return and recommend to others!!

I LOVE Austin Tattoo Co.! I’ve gotten multiple tattoos here from different artists and they’ve all been kind, efficient and gave me gorgeous work that I’m excited to have forever.

From flash tattoos (highly recommend their flash special on Tuesdays) to custom pieces, you can’t go wrong.

One of my favorite tattoo spots in town!

I went to the research blvd location and my artist was Kayce. He said not one word to me and made me feel completely uncomfortable. When I asked him questions he answered in one word answers. He then proceeded to give me the world’s sloppiest tattoo. He didn’t connect simple lines and made me feel bad when I asked him to correct it. He gave me no after care instructions. Worst experience ever. Do not go here, terrible service with unprofessional artists who think they’re too cool.

Sage did a great job with my piercings and took time to help me pick out jewelry and decide on placement to balance my asymmetrical lobes. The jewelry they carry is super cute, and Sage made me feel very welcome and taken care of!

Mel is great! She did an excellent job bringing my brother’s design to life. My expectations were more than exceeded and I’m am very grateful for the thought she put into a tattoo to remember my dad by. I’m looking forward to her doing my big project I have wanted for years. She’s so very talented and very respectful. She communicated with me easily before I arrived. Studio was clean and comfortable. Scheduling was very easy. Great studio and highly recommend the place and especially Mel.

I’ve done 2 sessions so far with Cory and have my 3rd coming up. Cory is an artist that has his style defined and his technique perfected. His results absolutely speak for themselves, but what you don’t see in the results is how easy he makes the process of designing your own custom piece. If you’ve always felt that part to be daunting, schedule a consultation and you’ll be amazed at how well he can help you and work with you to get the ideas flowing. 5 stars isn’t enough.

Very clean shop with experience you can see and feel when you walk through the door. Flew from St Louis for a first time tattoo here and strongly recommend. Mel brought my vision to life and turned a previous tattoo that held no meaning into a powerful piece of art that I’m now proud of.

My only kickback would be that pricing wasn’t quite as transparent prior to receiving the work.

I booked a consult and an appointment with Henrry. When I walked into the shop he didn’t know we had a consult for that day. It was confirmed through email and text messages. He asked me when I wanted to schedule an appointment, not knowing I had already scheduled an appointment with him for the following week. He didn’t know my design even though I had emailed him my concept art. We did not go over any design details, he acted like he didn’t even want to talk to me. Why would anyone want to do business with a man who didn’t even know we had multiple appointment schedules and acted like I was wasting his time? Henrry’s nonchalant, unprofessional, I’m sooooo cool, attitude is not cute.

I couldn’t be happier with my tattoo experience! Andres was incredibly professional from start to finish. He took my initial concept and transformed it into a design that exceeded my expectations. The studio was immaculately clean and had a welcoming, comfortable atmosphere that helped put me at ease.

Throughout the process, Andres explained each step and made sure I was comfortable. The actual tattooing was surprisingly quick and painless – their technique was so gentle! The final result is absolutely beautiful, with crisp lines and stunning detail. Andres’s artistic skill and attention to detail really shows in the finished piece.

I highly recommend Andres to anyone looking for high-quality work. He’s not just talented but also took pride in creating a safe, professional environment. Definitely worth every penny for such amazing artistry!

I worked with Mel earlier this afternoon. I thoroughly appreciated her professionalism, attention to detail, and cooperation. She took time with the stencil placement to make sure it aligned anatomically. I’m very happy with how everything turned out and would 100% get another tattoo from her again. 10/10 experience.

Had an awesome experience at Lost Edge today. Henrry Bravo designed and applied a tattoo of my guide dog’s paw, along with his name. Henrry listened to my idea, provided his feedback, and created a cool piece.
A big shout out to Soul also! She was super accommodating to my disability and was a great interpreter for me & Henrry.
I highly recommend Lost Edge.

This is a special place y’all. Went last night with my dad and sister to get some little matching longhorns as we all graduated from UT. 2 of us had never gotten tattoos before, and let me tell you- our experience was incredible. Mom’s feels like family. The artists are knowledgeable, caring, and talented. While we got simple, small designs, I would send anyone here knowing they would be happy. Thank you again!

This review is long overdue. I decided to get my first tattoo at Mom’s after finding them online, and it was a great experience from start to finish. Setting up an appointment within one week was very easy and I got matched with Donny. I was very nervous and anxious about getting a tattoo for the first time, but Donny put me at ease instantly. He’s incredibly talented, professional, and a great guy to chat with: the tattoo seemed like it was done instantly! I went back to Donny to get my second tattoo as well, this time some writing in my native language. Both came out beautifully and still look great a year and a half later. Highly recommend Mom’s Tattoo to everybody!

Blake did an amazing job on a landscape piece for my lower arm, working it around an existing raven tattoo. It was based off a photo I took while on vacation, and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out!!

Billy was amazing! Me and a group of friends called to see if he had any walk-in openings and he had time to squeeze us in. Girls trip so of course we had to get matching tattoos . But he was fantastic, very friendly, very professional and did a great job on the tats. Would def recommend

Great experience from start to finish. Mom is a fantastic business owner, and I will definitely be trusting her and her crew with my art in the future. My fiancé and I went in on a whim (his first tattoo, my 4th), and we hadn’t picked an artist or much more than an idea for our tattoos. Within an hour, we had designs we both loved, and we’re placed with appropriate artists. We heard a couple of young girls come in and he and haw over the big decision to get a first tattoo, and mom handled them the way you would want your kid to be treated. She patiently reminded them it is a forever decision, and she would be the last person to encourage them to “just go for it”. I love that. She cares about people and it shows. Her artists are phenomenal, her shop is clean, and her reasonable prices reflect the quality of the work. Can’t recommend this business enough.

I was connected with Donny for a tattoo request. Our initial consult went amazing, and I had such a good feeling moving forward. I’ve gotten 4 tattoos, 2 each time (hula girl, boombox, and some lettering) and they are nice, clean tattoos which required minimal effort during the healing process. I’ve had such positive experiences and great conversations with Donny, he’s def my go to in Austin!

Called in on short notice at the end of a girls trip on Easter weekend and Billy was happy to help us out. Drew up our design before we even arrived, and had us all feeling comfortable from the start. Thanks for making our trip even more memorable!!

I’ve been getting tattoos from Noska for the last 20 years!! I’ve probably got close to 70hrs of work on my body! He’s an incredible artist and just a good all around person. The shop has a friendly vibe and I’ve never had any issues with how my tattoos heal up. I get compliments on them everywhere I go. 10/10 recommend!

I looooove this shop. I went in randomly while visiting Austin and it was the best most magical experience. Everyone there is cool af, really chill vibes. Jeffrey drew me up the cutest lil armadillo and I really couldn’t be happier. I will definitely go back next time I’m in town. My only regret is not getting something bigger so I could’ve hung out longer 🙂 Thank you guys, truly was the best time <3

Extremely clean shop, great music, vibes and staff were the highlight before even mentioning how awesome and happy I am with the tattoo. Walked in on a whim with some friends on vacation and it’s first come first serve. Dani was an absolute Gem and worked with me to get the exact design I was looking for.

went in on tuesday for a tiny tattoo and it was great! pedro did it and i love it- super professional and reasonably priced. the atm in the shop didn’t work with my debit card so he let me zelle him the money which saved me- thank you pedro!

Stopped by with my wife for a walk in and had a great experience. No wait, Kristian (the artist) was great, clean space and an honorable mention for our guy Rick! We will totally be back.

We were literally just walking by and decided to stop in. I was brave enough to be the first one and everybody liked my tattoo so much that four of my friends got tattoos after me because they thought Daniel was such a great artist!

I was in from Chicago & seen a show. The artist I was there to see drew a little flower on my arm. Stopped in & got it done. Noska is an Incredibly nice guy. If I’m in town again & need something done, I’ll definitely stop by again!!! Thanks again Noska!!

Absolutely obsessed with Little Pricks Tattoo! The shop is spotless and beautifully decorated — it has such a fun, inviting vibe that immediately puts you at ease. You can tell a lot of thought went into creating a space that feels both professional and welcoming.

One of the things I love most is the variety of styles represented. Each artist has their own unique flair, which makes the shop feel like a true hub of creative talent. No cookie-cutter designs here — just genuine artistry.

Tita is my artist and I can’t say enough good things about her. She is incredible. Her work is absolutely stunning, and she has this amazing way of translating exactly what I want while still making it uniquely hers. She’s efficient without ever making the process feel rushed, and she’s so warm and friendly — every appointment feels like catching up with a friend.

I can’t wait to finish my sleeve and I won’t be going to anyone else for tattoos — Tita has my full trust and loyalty!

Nervous old guy who always wanted a tattoo. Walked into studio with some photos in my phone. Carlos put those together in a nice design and a couple hours later, I was good to go. Happy with his work.
Definitely recommend him as an artist and Little Pricks overall.

I have had 3 tattoos done by artist at Little Pricks and my husband has had 1. Tita has done my last 2 and is scheduled to do my final Tattoo in Feb. I am over 60 year’s old and did not get my first Tattoo until I was 55yrs old. Little Pricks is Amazing! Their shop is extremely well maintained and Staffed. I would highly recommend them to everyone and have

Clean, friendly and chill – my wife and I have both gotten tattooed here (artists were Tita and Noah, both of whom were awesome to work with). They’ve built a space that is honestly really inviting and just fun to hang in while you’re getting work done. Would also note that both of us were walk-ins the days we went and didn’t get stuck having to wait around crazy long or anything. Will definitely be back!

I got a glitter tattoo from Tita today and I’m OBSESSED!!! It came out better than I could have ever imagined! I love it so much!
She was also very kind and patient while I was trying to decide on specific details. I will definitely be back!

Been going here for the last couple of years and has always been a pleasant experience. Having been to a lot of shops in Austin, this is by far is my favorite and best experience. Kyle gave me my favorite tattoo ever! Every artist there are so talented and love them all.

Super friendly place. The owners are cool to work with the design that you are thinking about getting. All the artists I have meet there are great people. Also they have a really nice piercer. Who is really knowledgeable at what he does. I would recommend this place to my friends anytime