aven't gotten any ink there but have.friends who have and work is beautiful. I've gotten my septum pierced twice and gauged up to a 10. Also got both nostrils pierced and ears gauges to 5/8 of an inch. Every time I was met with courtesy & respect until got close with the old piercer who 2qs awesome. The woman who replaced shower might not have as many years of experience, however she is just as talented and intuitive( she knows what looks good, where  the placement would look best for an individual's face, et cetera. The owner is also an awesome guy that is very talented. 5 stars for sure. Ice made appointments and even just walked in and was able to get whatever i needed everytime! Thanks American Classic! read more

I had a very good experience here with my first tattoo and a piercing. However, my tattoo has a bunch of weird white bumps on it now - who's to say whether it's from the ink or it's just my skin? However, the tattoos I have gotten from other places do not have these bumps. The next tattoo I got was also good, however the same white bumps appeared a few months later. The NEXT tattoo I got was a disaster. It was immediately infected with staph., which I initially thought was because my dog had touched it or something. However, after speaking with two doctors and a dermatologist, I found out that it was so bad that the only way it could have entered my body was while I was being tattooed. What was the reaction from the staff members? I talked to the tattoo artist and he said that he was sorry and hoped that I recovered quickly, but I NEVER heard ANYTHING from him again. I posted pictures on Facebook of what had happened but did not blame the shop or artist, and didn't actually provide any identifying information about where I had gotten the tattoo - I just wanted to share the horror with my friends since I was such a shitty situation. In return, I was asked by a staff member (not the owner, not a manager, not either of the people who had given me tattoos, nor the person who pierced me, but a different person who had never provided me with a service) to take the picture down since it "made them look bad". He was polite about it and apologized for what had happened to me and thanked me for taking it down. The next time I went in, about a week later, one staff member asked to leave the shop because it was seen as unsanitary. No one contacted me after this exchange. Because no one contacted me again, I was never able to tell them what the doctors had told me, which was that the infection entered my body while I was being tattooed. Although I had good experiences here, almost losing a limb was more than enough for me to NEVER return here. read more

Frankie did a cover up on this horrible tattoo I had on my back and she drew this gorgeous free-form hibiscus flower which I love! She is so awesome, super sweet and patient because I am a big baby! I love that she created something that is perfect for me. She was very reasonable in terms of price and I felt really comfortable with her and the whole process. I stil need to go in again to get the color touched up but I am looking forward to seeing Frankie because she is amazing! 5 Stars!!! read more

Just stopped by to get my nose pierced that I've been wanting forever, Frankie was the one helping me, she was absolutely amazing, funny and so clean. She explained everything step by step of what she was doing and made me feel comfortable and always made sure to ask if I was doing okay. She even tried to help me with my dermal piercing but I'm a whimp and didn't actually go all the way with it. The pricing was fair and I will for sure be back to see Frankie next time I decide to get a piercing :) Thanks for the great experience!!! read more

Just stopped in to get my Tragus piercing changed with Frankie. Not only is she super knowledgeable, she is super super clean. She explained exactly what she was doing and why she was doing it and told me to come back if I ever had any problems. It was fast and painless. The pricing was extremely reasonable too. I highly recommend Frankie for all your piercing needs! read more

American Dream Tattoo - New little diamond in my Tragus! - Tattoo Near Me - Petaluma, California

This tattoo shop is little with a lot of personality! I got a beautiful tattoo from Bryan Vargas and I love it! All the people in this shop are so funny and its defiantly entertaining. I forgot I was getting tattooed like 10 times!. read more

American Dream Tattoo - Bryan Vargas @ American Classic Tattoo Did this beautiful piece on my arm. - Tattoo Near Me - Petaluma, California

Frankie gave me a double tongue piercing. She was so patient and extremely knowledgeable. She walked me through the entire process, gave me time in between each piercing. I loved her. Only complaint was that it was very hard to schedule her. She has unpredictable hours and I actually had to have one of the tattoo artists switch out my original piercing for a smaller one (after the healing process) which ended up being a very long and pretty painful process. Since I was living in SF at the time and he was the only person in the shop when I arrived (even though I had asked what days/ hours she was in ahead of time to try and avoid this) I went ahead a gave It a shot, but I definitely recommend just waiting for Frankie. Over all, if you can get her, Frankie is the best, just make sure you call ahead of time to be sure she is there. read more

Pretty much everyone in my family has a tattoo from Angel. My baby girls even got their ears pierced for the first time here. They are clean and professional. And true artists of their craft. read more

I got my tattoo years ago at a tattoo expo and Tito did it! I was obsessed with it then and still am now. And I still haven't needed a touch up. Tito was a great artist! So nice and friendly. It really made me feel comfortable. Also I got my nose pierced my Frankie and she was amazing! So funny and nice and did a great job. Definitely the place to go for tattoo or piercings! read more

I've been coming here for about 2 years. Angel is amazing has won many awards for his work. He's done 6 pieces for me and at least 2-3 times a week I get complimented on his work. All the artists are crazy talented and will make sure to give you the best tattoo for your money. Everyone is super friendly. Hell, sometimes I just stop in to B.S. For a minute or two. Personally, I love black and grey and I think you'd be hard pressed to find anyone in the north bay that does it better than these guys. They are also amazing with color. Do yourself a favor and book your next appointment here. read more

American Dream Tattoo - You won't find more talented artists in Sonoma county! - Tattoo Near Me - Petaluma, California

When I got my bellybutton pierced right as I walked in there I was really nervous but I sat down on the table and she was telling me about how much she hated germs and she uses a brand new needle for every piercing. She is hilarious and made me feel right at home shes great! I deffinintly recommend Frankie she really is amazing. Most sanitary place in town! read more

This shop,in my opinion, is the best tattoo shop around. I have been to several tattoo shops and none give off that feeling you get when you visit your family like this shop. The guys know what they are doing and do anything they can to make their clients happy with their work. Each artist has their own unique style and I really can't complain with my award winning work; best black and grey for a cherub at The tattoos and blues convention 2016. I'd give them 100 stars if I could. Yes they are booked out a lot but good work is worth the wait and the money! read more

Bryan is the Best !!! Hands down beautiful work..Soft hand defantally ...super funny guy, wonderful work Will always come to him, customer for life ... read more

American Dream Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Petaluma, California

I was visiting Petulama for approx. 24 hours. A couple hours before we were leaving, I decided to get a tattoo. Walked into each of the 4 tattoo places and got lucky when Frankie at American Classic Tattoos said she could help me out. I had a primitive skull design in mind that was a little unusual, but Frankie worked with me until we got something cool put together. Then she set up and we got the tattoo done. Frankie was fun to talk to and really made the whole process enjoyable. The tattoo came out great! I will be returning to see Frankie the next time that I'm in town. read more

My son and I had "father, son" tatts done a few weeks back. Both artists were great. Good work, took their time, gave us breaks when needed. Great price. My son set up an appointment about two weeks later for some more work. The artist he set the appt with showed up with another customer! Fortunately Dan, another artist, was available and willing. He spent time with my son to get what my son wanted done right. I had set an appt with the same artist that did my work and failed my son. He failed to show. I sat at the shop from 1pm (Sunday opening time) till 1:40pm. No artist. When I first entered the shop, one of the other folks working there asked if I had an appt. I told them yes, with Tito. He told me Tito should be there soon. That's the last time anyone talked to me. No one said anything to me as I walked out of the shop. I will find another shop to take care of the rest of my work. read more

I have been going here for years to get piercings by Frankie. I recently got a new piercing (triple forward helix) by a new girl who didn't introduce herself so I don't know what her name is.. But she took me into the back, didn't even ask me which ear I wanted pierced (luckily she went to the right ear or I would've corrected her) DIDN'T CLEAN MY EAR, luckily she pulled out a clean needle and proceeded to pierce my ear. After the procedure was done she barely said one word to me and didn't tell me how to care for it after words. Long story short my ear is now extremely infected and I have been cleaning it the way Frankie told me to years ago. If you are going to get a piercing at American Classic please please please make sure its frankie and not this new girl who has no clue what she's doing!! read more

I just think that all clients should be valuable considering each Person is word of mouth. I get that people are busy but a common courtesy email letting us know that your booked up. For that reason I WILL NOT step foot in this shop for work. read more

DO NOT GET PIERCED HERE! This is the SECOND piercing I have gotten from a worker named Frankie that has caused great irritation! I have over 14 piercings on my body & not once have I ever had a problem with the piercings or healing process (only when I was 15 due to the fact I was 15) The first piercing I got from her was my nose. I came in to get my ring switched out (into a basic hoop) bc the ring was so tight she did a lot of tugging on it which created a keloid!!! I've worn hoops before without an issue! No keloids no nothing! She tried to convince me it was just the way my skin healed...YES! Due to the tugging!! I could have done it myself; which I've done in the past but I thought HEY! Since I'm buying the hoop there I might as well have her install it. (BIG MISTAKE) Since I didn't learn from the first time (obviously) I thought hey! Let me get my septum done (which I've had done before) AGAIN, with no irritation or issue AT ALL. She pierced it WAY TOO CLOSE to my actual cartilage which is causing my actually bridge to shift place & tenderne read more

This tattoo/piercing shop pierced my ear with a piercing that was too short and subsequently caused it to heal into the skin in my ear. It was very painful and I had to pay more money to get it removed and changed to a longer piercing at a new shop. Not worth the money! read more

I wanted to surprise my husband of 5 years with getting his name on my body. I called all around Marin but could not find a female tattoo artist. I checked yelp and saw great reviews for Frankie here at American Tattoo. I called and got her on the phone. I explained to her what I wanted and she took my info over the phone - she told me company policy was to only take appointments in person but she booked my appt anyways. I walked in exactly at my appt time and she was ready for me! I have a few tattoo's and have to tell you I have always had to wait for my appt. Not Frankie, she is extremely prompt and punctual!!! Frankie took the time to sketch my husbands name, and what she came up with was perfect - perfect size and all. Frankie was totally cool. she made me feel extremely comfortable the entire time. We talked about everything and had a lot in common. My tattoo was completed in 25 minutes and didn't hurt a bit - Frankie's bed side manner is amazing, and I plan to go back to her for touch ups, and other creative ideas! read more

I went to Frankie to get a nose ring. I was in and out in like 15 minutes. She explained everything to me and was super knowledgeable!! She showed me how to close the ring and how to clean. Honestly, one of the best piercers I've ever been to and I have 8 total. LOVE HER! I would definitely go back or even to get a tattoo. She was amazing! Thank you so much Frankie! read more

I've been coming here for awhile for my boyfriends tattoo artist but I finally decided to re-pierce my nose. Frankie was great, I was very nervous thinking it might hurt even more than the first time because of scar tissue. She uses this clamp that helps stretch out that tissue before re-piercing and she made sure I was breathing! I watched her take things out of sterile and unopened kits which was awesome! Shes the best read more

I went last year to get a septum piercing and Frankie was THE BEST!!! Great vibe, clean, experienced. About to go back this week!!!

Frankie did a piercing for my daughter and was awesome! So patient and did a great job. Highly recommend her!

Bryan is AMAZING!!!! I found out about him a year ago and has been tattooing me since! His work is amazing and always goes that extra mile to make sure it's perfect. He's always booked in advance but he makes sure to fit me in as soon as he can. I haven't had a bad experience with him or the staff at all. I'm so glad I found him!!! read more

Their current piercer is super chill and they have very reasonable prices. Super thorough & diligent work as well.

My husband and I both love American Classic. Angel does both of our tattoos and we get compliments almost everywhere we go. I'd highly suggest him and everyone at American Classic if you're looking for a new tattoo artist. read more

American Classic is the one and only place i will ever go to. Every one is awesome there but Frankie is the best by far.

Dan is the best! He will make you feel comfortable during your tattoo and make you laugh but most importantly his work is amazing! Frankie is also great. She has pierced me with a dermal implant twice. Both times were super easy and healed well. read more

Brian is the WORST at customer service. I truly think he is just looking for the money and doesn't give a lick about his customers in general. Even though to him, it's just another tattoo he has to do,to the customer it can be a very personal and meaningful experience. The other artists (not from this shop) that have done my tattoos actually seem like they care. My close friend and I got tattoos together before my year long deployment to Afghanistan. (08/12-08/13) Marin is my childhood home but I currently reside in Oregon.We explained to him that if my tattoo were to need touch-ups that it would be after the year mark for free touch-up. He assured us that when I got back I would not be charged. When I got home and came down to California to visit with family and friends (in 09/13), my friend and I immediately called Brian to make an appointment or see if he had any availability. This is where he starts acting fishy. He kept saying, I don't know (does he not have a schedule book) and that he would call us back. We never heard from him. I was down for over a month and we called him numerous times, stopped by the shop (he was never there when he said he would be), and we kept getting the runaround. I came back down to Cali in Dec of '13. We tried again, and again the exact same results. This time he told us he would have time on Sunday. Finally! we call Sunday morning as soon as they open to confirm he was indeed there. He showed up HOURS late and didn't bother calling us to say he had arrived even though we left messages with another artist. I had to call him for him to tell me "oops sorry, I forgot." UNACCEPTABLE Fast forward to yesterday (05/13/14) I am back again visiting so I decided to try one last time to see if I can get my touch-up. I physically stopped by the store. There was Brian! I said his name out loud, he was on the phone, but turned around and nodded to acknowledge that he saw me. He turned back around, finished his phone conversation then started watching TV and completely IGNORED me. I said "Um, hello?" and he goes "Oh yea, sorry". I explained to him my whole situation and the number of times we have tried to contact him. He interrupts me, chuckles and says "I remember you" I ask him if he had time tomorrow, he shrugs and goes "I don't know maybe, write your name and number down and Ill call you. Unless you want to book an actual appointment but we don't have openings until August" I've never had to book an appointment for a touch-up except for my large back piece. Have I heard from him? NOPE. I'm done, and unfortunately will have to pay someone else to touch-up work that is not their own. I would also like to note that the tattoo in question is just one word. A very simple and quick tattoo that would take a max of 15 minutes to complete (the original only took 25 minutes). Absolutely the worst customer service I have ever seen that spans almost a year now. The only reason I am giving two stars is because he actually happens to be a good tattoo artist. I will NEVER come to this shop again. I can't speak for the other artists, only Brian. I'm offended and pissed to think that he may treat other customers like this. read more

Frankie just pierced my nipple. I was somewhat apprehensive because I had my other nipple pierced a long time ago and it was SOOO painful. Not so with Frankie. She talked me through the whole process, was very patient with me and it was just the best experience I've had.. Well.. I've only got two nipples so I guess I'm done with that now.. HA... Anyway, if your thinking of getting something pierced, I would totally recommend Frankie. She is just great! I'm going back for a tat next... read more

I got my rook pierced with Frankie. It was such a great experience. Immaculate and with arms wide open. Will be back again and again. Frankie is also a beautiful person. Much love. read more

I got my jewelry changed by Frankie! I really wish I would have gotten all of my piercings done by her she not only is the most sanitary piercer I've ever been to but also the sweetest! I highly highly recommend her to anyone! read more

This review is WAY overdue, but you know how crazy life can get, huh? Any who! I came here back in November of 15' for my first ever piercing on a spontaneous whim, and being that I reside in Petaluma it only made sense to stick with local business. However, I chose this little spot because of the great reviews (yes, I'm a true reviewer), and thought to give it a shot based on the rating, and I'm so happy that I had! When you walk into the shop, it's a really nice feel, a bit cozy space wise, but it gives you the time to really get acquainted with the artists. When it came my time to go into the piercing room, I was met by Frankie, who, let me just say, is by far the sweetest young woman you could ever ask for - she was amazingly professional and has a kick ass personality (don't you change, girl!) I had my nose done, a simple stud of course, but still something I'd wanted for years, and she talked me through every step of the way, making me feel super relaxed, and once all was said and done, it looked even better than I'd expected. I've been in love with my piercing ever since, and with her instructions on care, it healed up in weeks. I will definitely be going back for more, and especially to get some ink! Thank you guys and gals for being the best place in Luma to feel welcomed and special. Keep doing your thing! read more

I love it here. its a fun place to get tattooed. the people are awesome and Dan is THE MAN at tattooing. I've gotten two done by him and will be back for more. read more

This place is amazing! I took my two year old to get her ears pierced and Frankie was clean and professional not to mention personal. She was very sweat with my little girl and patient. This shop is run and kept very clean. They handle clients with the utmost care. I recommend Frankie for anyone with children or a piercing in mind! read more