I received multiple recommendations to this business for my first tattoo and I am so happy I…read morefollowed the recs! Maddy was FANTASTIC. She is super personable to talk to - that my session went by pretty quickly - and so skilled at what she does. I sent over two inspo pictures and she got the design just right with the font, spacing and even delicateness of the letters! I absolutely love it. I normally get skin hives from environmental stressors but my tattoo was only slightly red immediately after and not hiving at all in the recovery. It is healing really well, too. The business itself is also very welcoming and bright. I cannot recommend this business and Maddy enough!

Cute little area in Vienna! We had the piercer Dennis and he was quick and efficient. My friend and…read moreI got matching helix piercing. They have a mixture of gold and titanium jewelry where you can choose from! The team was friendly and attentive to my friend and I questions.

Jesse Najara is an AMAZING artist that does tattoos. He is the owner/operator of Old Town Ink in…read moreAlexandria, VA (535A E Braddock Rd). Jesse will work with you to find the right artwork with the right mix of colors to showcase your piece. His work is flawless!!! Jesse has a team or artists at Old Town Ink and he just opened a new shop in Dupont Circle, DC (1608 20th ST NW Washington D.C.) with artists ready to talk through your ideas. Check them out before you go to any other artist in the VA, DC, MD area. https://www.instagram.com/oldtown_ink?igsh=eXpsd3loOGp1dzk0 https://www.instagram.com/oldtown_ink?igsh=eXpsd3loOGp1dzk0 https://www.instagram.com/oldtownink_dc?igsh=MWhzaDF5cm9heXFnbQ==

By far the best experience and customer service received from a tattoo parlor. Jesse was quick to…read morerespond through emails, took my ideas into consideration, and made sure I was happy throughout the process. He is also a very cool chill dude, great vibes throughout my sessions. I have received so many compliments from his work. Extremely satisfied with my tattoo and highly recommend!!

Rooster has done two tattoos for me--my very first tattoo and another one that's incredibly…read moreimportant to me. Both times, he did an amazing job and made sure I felt comfortable throughout the entire process. We always end up talking about aliens , which makes every session even better. I 100% recommend Rooster as a tattoo artist. He's incredibly dedicated to his work, and the quality speaks for itself. I refuse to go to anyone else except him!

Everyone was nice except for the red head girl piercing ears. Extremely unnecessarily rude. If you…read moredon't like talking to people dont do customer service

Eric is truly an exceptional tattoo artist. His work is consistently outstanding, and I couldn't be…read morehappier with every single piece he's done for me -- and there have been many. His attention to detail, precision, and artistry are top-tier. The studio is always clean, professional, and welcoming, which makes the entire experience comfortable from start to finish. Eric takes his craft seriously, and it shows in the quality of his work and the care he gives his clients. If you're looking for an incredibly talented artist who delivers amazing results every time, Eric is the one. Highly, highly recommend.

This place was a total disappointment. I called this morning to ask about nose piercings and was…read moremet with nothing but rudeness. When I inquired about same day or next-day appointments, I didn't even get a "let me check" or any alternative options. Just a blunt "no" and a hang-up. If you're not happy with your job, it's best to find something else rather than being disrespectful to customers who are paying for a service.

I got my first eyebrow piercing here it's so peak I love it. It was painless and the vibe was chill…read morethe piercer made me feel calm

Amazing spot. I have went their for both of my first piercing which were my industrial and nostril…read moreand both with painless with Reo, he is a very skill piercer who is very quick! Both were relatively painless because of how efficient and speedy he was and I was in and out for both in less than 5 minutes. I deff recommend.

This place is my go to shop! I've gotten multiple tattoos from different artists at this shop and…read moreI've loved every one of them. The quality work is great. They were also very informative on aftercare which I really appreciated as I got my first tattoo here. The vibe of the shop is great tons of super cool artwork along the walls. Also the artists each have their own private room which makes you feel more at ease. Scheduling was super easy and hassle free. Definitely would recommend this place great quality work at good prices.

My artist was Maurice "Reese" James. He was awesome. It was my first tattoo and I was there for…read more8hrs due to the size and detail. His work was unbelievable. It turned out even better than I could have imagined due to his creativity and artistic ability. Not only that but he made the whole process easy and enjoyable with his chill demeanor. I could not possibly recommend Reese and Dark Horse Tattoos more!

Summary: I went to Cobalt for a large cover up tattoo on my back. They did a horrendous job in our…read morefirst session. When I complained, Cameron (the owner) was dismissive and insulting. Several other tattoo artists in other shops have validated that this is unacceptable work. I am completing my project at a different shop and have been deeply distressed by this situation, since it's not going to be easy for another artist to fix Cobalt's malpractice. The full story: After seeing Cobalt's great reviews, I contacted Cameron with pictures and details of my cover-up project. He referred me to his apprentice, Belle, because her schedule was open and he was confident she could do the job. I met Belle for a quick consultation. She listened to my concerns, shared some ideas, and conveyed a lot of confidence. I left feeling excited to work with her. At my appointment, she showed me her design (a large mandala) and said the whole cover up would take 4-5 hours to complete. This was quicker than I expected and I was in no rush, but I trusted her judgement. After three hours, Belle said she had mostly completed the line work except for touch-ups to make the weights even throughout. She had made good progress on the coloring and shading. She estimated another 1-2 hours would be needed, and we scheduled a second appointment. Later, at home, I looked closely at photos of Belle's work and my heart sank. The line work is imprecise and lacks any symmetry. It looks rushed. I kept thinking, "this looks like a doodle." I could say more, but the photos speak for themselves. I looked again at the design and was shocked to notice strange glitches that suggest it was made with AI. It's clear where these glitches threw off Belle's line work. I raised my concerns with Belle over text. She claimed that she had planned on redrawing most of the lines, which is not what she told me at the end of our appointment. She insisted she was using a technique called "blood lining," but other artists tell me that blood lines are done either with no ink or very light grey ink, not black, and they should be drawn carefully, not as a sloppy first draft. Belle sent me a rendering of what my completed tattoo would look like, and it shows many of the errors fixed - but it also represents many hours of reworking what she had already drawn. She also denied using AI. I turned to Cameron over text, who offered to take over the project 6-7 months later but would not find time in his schedule sooner or refund me for Belle's time. He said, "If you don't trust Belle, and you're unwilling to wait patiently for me, then I can't help but feel this would have happened no matter which artist you'd chosen." Direct quote. I've since met in-person with a much more experienced tattoo artist who pointed out that, also, the bottom of the tattoo is off center by close to an inch, and the lines of my old tattoo will absolutely show through in areas where Belle said they would be hidden. This artist estimates 10-15 hours of work to make my back tattoo presentable. My take: Cameron was careless in assigning a large mandala cover-up to his apprentice. Belle does not have anywhere near the experience required to handle what I now know is an advanced project. Instead of owning up to his mistake, Cameron doubled down. This shop gets many five star reviews, so they are clearly capable of satisfactory work, but they are evidently not capable of accountability when they make serious mistakes. I feel vandalized and ripped off. Please reconsider trusting these people with your body.

Many a tattoo by Chyenne, and I have never been more satisfied with an artist. She has also…read moretattooed my brother and sister and everyone had been NOTHING but happy. Belle also pierced my son's ears and Cameron is an amazing owner. He makes all clients comfortable- whether he is tattooing them or not. This is my shop. Could not recommend more.

Got a simple tattoo from here and it was fine, came back another time and the tattoo was really…read morebad, it doesn't look pretty at all. I'm currently lasering it off now. If the style is above your ability, please do not say yes to a client, there is a ton of blowout and just looks bad. It is permanently on my body and will take years to remove and maybe coverup, and the money I spent removing it...

Highly recommend Hybrid. I have been going to Hossein for a couple years and love every piece I…read morehave gotten. Everyone at the shop is very friendly and easy going.

This artist is simply incredible, and has great customer service skills. Email her when her books…read moreare open, and she will work with you to create the most amazing piece. The studio is bright and wonderfully clean, everything is super sterile and she cleans the skin thoroughly before and after the session. She noticed I was having pain during my session and offered ample breaks, water, and was able to even reschedule me to finish the second half when I realized I couldn't sit for much longer. She even gave me recommendations from prior customers for numbing creams so I could better tolerate my next session. She has an hourly rate which easily matches the wonderful quality of her work. Would recommend over and over again, I cannot wait to finish the piece I started with her!

Let me tell you. I was so nervous to get my first tattoo but Steve and the crew made me feel really…read morecomfortable. Any slight pain I felt was worth it. The place is nice and open and people are nice and welcoming to everyone who walks in. Great experience! I'm looking forward to my next tat - with them!!

A Masterpiece of an Artist -- and a Place That Feels Like Family…read more I don't even know how to begin describing what Lucio at Dale City Body Art has done for me. There are tattoo artists... and then there are people like Lucio -- people who put their heart, their spirit, and their entire soul into their craft. People who understand that sometimes a tattoo is not just ink on skin, but a piece of your heart you're trying to keep alive. Lucio didn't just give me a tattoo. He gave me my loved ones back in the most beautiful, sacred way. He brought my grandma and my brother to life on my skin -- two people whose memories mean more to me than anything. When I look at these portraits, I don't just see artwork. I see their smiles. I see their warmth. I see their love. Lucio captured something I thought was impossible to recreate. And he did it with gentleness, patience, and genuine care. What makes this even more incredible is that Lucio squeezed me into his already busy schedule -- and he did it while feeling under the weather. Most people would reschedule. But not him. He showed up, poured every bit of himself into this piece, and still exceeded anything I ever could've imagined. That level of dedication is rare. That level of heart is priceless. This shop... this whole team... there is something special here. You can feel it as soon as you walk in. Everyone is talented beyond belief, but more importantly, they are kind, welcoming, humble, and real. It doesn't feel like a tattoo shop -- it feels like a family, a place where your stories matter and your memories are treated with respect. Lucio, from the bottom of my heart, thank you. Thank you for giving me something I can carry forever. Thank you for being patient, for listening, for caring, and for treating my loved ones with the delicacy they deserve. You don't just create art -- you heal people through it. And I will never forget this experience. If you are looking for someone who will treat your vision like it's sacred... if you want a piece that carries emotion, life, and soul... if you want the kind of artwork that makes your heart stop for a moment -- go to Lucio. Go to Dale City Body Art. You won't walk out the same. This place is everything. And I will cherish what they gave me for the rest of my life.