I just got my first ever tattoo from Ana. Ana helped me finalize an amazing design starting several months ago, and at the appointment, she thoroughly and patiently explained how the tattoo would proceed, and how I would need to care for it. The tattoo took 3 hours, but it felt like a fraction of that because of how friendly Ana and the whole team were. They really treat everyone like family, and I was very uplifted by seeing the camaraderie among the team. I also appreciate how dedicated the shop is to supporting vulnerable members of the community through outreaches, developing partnerships with the community and other small businesses, and working to dismantle negative & harmful stereotypes around tattoos and piercings read more

First Place Tattoos - Tree of Life (Revelation 22) done by Ana on 11/16/25 - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

I have had MANY (13) piercings here by Justin. They just got a new piercer in and I'll be trying her soon (she is special ordering an earring I want). Justin is amazing. I've never had a problem with a piercing. Their prices are fair -they don't over charge for earrings. *I've seen a LOT of their tattoos and they are amazing, and they run pop-up specials. The place is amazing. This is THE place to go for a piercing or tattoo. read more

I had a piece done by Don. I got to say all around this shop was great. The receptionist, when taking my call got me to whom, in my opinion, has to easily be one of the best artists I have gotten to know and work with. I somewhat grew up close to this industry. And guys like Don have carried this industry for decades. He is an all-around great guy, a fantastic artist, and extremely easy to work with. I look forward to working with him again! read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

ranon, i believe his name is at the front counter does not know what he doing. i came in and asked if i could get a piercing that day and he goes it's going to be a 30 minute wait i say ok then use the bathroom and come back and ask about prices he then proceeds the say "oh no we can't do that today" after telling me he could n then he tells me that i can walk in the next day and get it done so here i am the next day i walk in and asked if i could get it done and he goes no? i understand if i needed to make an appointment but he never mentioned anything about me making one just said i could come in and when i came in he refused to pierce me. i've been here many times before and have never had an issue this is the first i've ever encountered with this worker and i am not satisfied read more

I arrived to the studio at 7:40 after talking to someone that let me know that was fine. my friends and I drove 30 minutes to get here and no one picked up the phone and they closed and lock their doors 20 minutes before their hours read more

I brought my daughter to get her second ear piercing in each ear. Previously, we had her pediatrician do it and although quick and easy, we needed to bring her back to redo one ear because the locations didn't match. Even after redoing it, the doctor didn't get it quite right. So we looked for somewhere else to go. I called a half a dozen places, and finally realized by doing some digging online that a tattoo/piercing studio has some of the most experienced people doing exactly what we were looking for. Plus, they would have to maintain certain standards to stay in business. So after being recommended to First Place Tattoo, we decided to go there. It's right on Main Street, with big windows in front, and sectional couches in the waiting area. The hours are very convenient, the receptionist exceptionally friendly (I found that out when I called looking for information and to make an appointment, and she confirmed it when we arrived), and overall ambiance of the place was welcoming. To be honest, I was hoping for a woman to do her piercing (she gets nervous around outgoing adult men), and was a little disappointed that the person doing the piercing was a man. That disappointment was soon alleviated when we met Justin. He brought us into a private studio, which was clean, comfortable, and had a number of pictures and posters that made it pretty interesting to be his space. Super friendly guy and he made my daughter (and me) feel completely at ease. He told us what he was going to do, extremely careful in making sure that he located the piercings just right, created the piercing (I think) by hand. It definitely wasn't a piercing gun. But my daughter said it was very comfortable and was very pleased at the outcome. My wife and I have been delaying this second piercing for her for a couple of years, but next year when she turns 18, I'm sure she'll be going back. Overall, while I'm not a tattoo/piercings kind of guy, I wholeheartedly recommend this place. A little more expensive than the places in the mall, but here you're getting a professional that the time to get it right. read more

Pierced my nose for the second time. This place is 20/10 exceptional. It's suppppper clean, best customer service and honestly so chill.

Kat was phenomenal! Took my idea and made it even better. Clean lines, attention to detail, and most importantly EVERYONE was super friendly and informative! Dangerous living around the corner from here! read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo by Kat - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

I got my septum pierced here and it was incredible from beginning to end. Comfy atmosphere, friendly staff, and their piercer did an amazing job. Very easy to talk to as well. Would highly recommend! read more

Have had two piercings done with absolutely no issues. Extremely happy with both the professionalism and surface!

This place is great! Everyone's friendly and informative. My piercing experience was great! I was nervous but they made everything feel chill and relaxed! My piercing is healing so nicely with their advice! read more

First Place Tattoos - Conch piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

I had my septum done by Justin, super cool dude and whole vibe of the place is amazing. 100% will be coming back for my first tattoo. and not to mention all of the staff are so kind and sanitary about their work. read more

I have received a few small tattoos and piercings and this staff is so friendly and clean. My son goes there as well. It is not awkward at all they really take the time to get to know you and make you feel welcomed and appreciative for choosing them, plus they do great work read more

I don't know why I waited so long to write a review since I've already been back several times and phage appointments already in the works for more tattoos but I honestly can't say enough good things about this shop and their employees I've never been in a tattoo shop being a young women most want to take advantage but everyone here is out for your best interest and want to give you amazing artwork you'll be proud to display. I go to Evan and he's seriously by far one of the best tattoo artist I've seen in a long time he really is a perfectionist and it shows in his work. Would highly recommend this place over any other in the area! read more

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Absolutely love this place! Super clean , super friendly staff . Great vision in accommodating artwork requests and placement. Kat's my favorite artist but my friends have used others as well - great group! read more

Got three tattoos yesterday by Ana. She is friendly, personable, professional and has an eye for detail. To say I walked out of there a happy client is an understatement. She is the absolute best. read more

If I lived in town I'd be in trouble cause this place was amazing. The shop is beautiful! Each artist has their own private space, which I loved! Jeff did my tattoo and he is as awesome and nice as he is talented. Really a great experience! read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

Got my first tattoo done by Kevin. Very happy with how he took my design and made it work.

Recently got my first tattoo there and Ana was great. She made me feel comfortable and was so patient with me trying to decide on the look of the font. read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

I had an amazing first experience at this place. Evan did an amazing job on a tattoo of my cat, Pancake. His skills are phenomenal and I truly feel like I have a piece of art on my body. I would wait for months to get a tattoo done here; it's 100% worth the wait!!! read more

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I absolutely love my new tattoo. I searched though many artist work and decided Evan was the guy for me. I brought in a picture of what I thought I wanted until he got his hands on in and made perfect. He is a pleasure to deal with and takes the time to make sure you are happy with your choice. Evan is Highly recommended! read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

i wanted a tattoo with Ana. Her page says its about 1 month wait. i saw her work and was excited to have something done with her. Over the summer i filled out the online application, sent examples of what i wanted and a description. I called First Place after about 3 weeks and was told that she moved my art to the want to do folder and i would hear from her by the end of the or by the end of the week. i was very excited because it was earlier then the month wait. I hear nothing. i call back about 2 weeks later. i'm told exactly the same thing. i wait. no phone, no email, no text. I call again, now its another 3 weeks or so Ive lost track of time. I'm told AGAIN she moved my art to the want to folder and i would hear from her by the end of the day or the end of the week the latest. Nothing. Crickets. I call again, today November 17 spoke with Kaitlyn (?) and was told again that she wants to do my tattoo and i would hear from her by the end of the day or by the end of the week. At this point id had enough and told them to forget it. On that same phone call i was offered another tattoo artist. I declined. I dont trust this shop. i wrote a google review. they responded that it was a "misunderstanding" and had they known about the issue they could have resolved it. I'm not sure what "I" was suppose to do. i'm being told for motnhs that shes taking my work and i'm calling but nothing is being done. thats not on me. Ana had my art, she had my contact information and she had it for many months and was obviously looking at it but made no effort to contact me. In the end the artist is responsible not the receptionist or the customer. read more

I went to first place for my first time yesterday & to say i left a happy customer is an understatement. The piercer, Justin, was so professional, helpful & over all amazing! He was very knowledgeable & answered all of my questions. He even helped me with another piercing I had done by someone else. As soon as I walked in the door I was greeted with a thermometer & COVID sign in sheet. The place was spotless & every staff member said hello & was welcoming with a big smile. Katie at the front desk is an absolute sweetheart! Thank you first place for making my first experience with you guys a great one, cant wait to come back in the very soon!! read more

First Place is a really neat little parlor, and very professionally operated. I have been pierced here, and watched tattoos done here before. The staff is very knowledgable, friendly, and patient with every client. The facility is VERY clean, warm, and comfortable. The only problem I have with First Place is that they are ALWAYS crowded. They usually have about 6 people waiting at all times. Otherwise, I adore this place! read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo by Robert @ First Place! - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

I have been getting services done at First Place since they were located in their old location above the Warren Reporter. I have been a customer for nearly 15 years now, since I got my first piercing when I was 16. Since then I have gotten 3 tattoos there and a few piercings. They are always accommodating with appointment times and explain everything you need to know to take care of your new tattoo/piercing. In my opinion they aren't always super friendly, but I am also by no means a ¨regular¨. I wouldn't even consider going anywhere else, and recommend this shop to everyone considering getting body art done. read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

I've gone to First Place for almost 6 years now for all my tattoos- the guys are really nice and upfront about designs and how they'll work on you. Evan is my personal favorite- his line work is AMAZING, but everyone there is super talented. The prices are very fair and the work by far is the best I've seen. read more

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got a sternum piece done yesterday by the amazing and talented Evan! i couldn't have picked a better artist to create this piece for me. i was pretty nervous going into it but once i saw the design he laid out i was ecstatic and just wanted it on my body already! he made me feel so comfortable and his attention to detail is incredible. he was so nice and easy to talk to through the process and i really appreciated all of the work he put into my tattoo! the shop was so clean and beautiful with a sort of calming vibe. the staff were really friendly and i would definitely recommend this place and Evan as an artist to anyone in the area. Thank you so much Evan read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

Just got another tattoo from them. Ana was the artist. I highly recommend her!! Wonderful work, professional and sweet. I had her do my moms handwriting on my arm. I recently lost both parents. Her compassion was equal to her talent! I will not go anywhere else now! read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

The only tattoos I've ever had done have been here. A while ago I also had my lip pierced by Justin, who did an amazing job. Although I don't plan on having any more piercings done, as well as tattoos, I would recommend this place to anyone looking for piercing, tattoo or both. read more

Clean Professional Great Artists. I had a very old piece refreshed by Jeff. He did an amazing restore on it. My wife wanted to get her first ink for her 60th B-Day. Went to Jeff. Once again a great job she was thrilled. My son has a lot of work that was done here. Great place and Jeff is the cat's pajamas!! read more

It was my first time getting a tat. EVER. and Everett was amazing! So patient and thorough with the whole process. I highly recommend him and the place itself!! Thanks Everett! read more

I recently got my first tattoo here and was really excited about it. I made the appointment 3 weeks prior and came in with a VERY VERY complicated design but wanted it pretty small. Although the design wasn't feasible to do that size, I worked with one of the tattoo artists, Evan Jones, who is incredibly talented and helped me rework my design so that I still loved it and it still had the same feel. When I came in 3 weeks later, he had worked on the design even more, making it better than I could've ever imagined. He is a genuinely nice guy and helped me through the process and created a perfect tiger tattoo with shading beyond compare and that stares straight through your soul. The place itself is so clean and professional, actually if you search it in google maps there is a virtual tour of the place. All the people here are so nice and so professional and there's always something to look at and talk to them about. For any tattoo, especially the 1st tattoo, I would highly recommend this place. Get Evan (everybody refers to him as Ev) because he really is amazing and keeps you calm during the whole process, and makes sure that your tat is really a timeless piece and not just a plain tattoo. read more

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This place is clean and professional. I asked for Julian to do my tattoo and he did a great job. I would definitely go back to him but he is always booked so definitely make an appointment! read more

I got a good majority of my work done here by Jeff In the early 2000's. Jeff is a very good artist. The shop is professional and clean has a overall good vibe would totally recommend to anyone in north nj looking for a quality tattoo shop to get any work done. read more

This place looks great and very professional inside and out. I got my nose and helix piercing and both were done terribly. Nose ring fell out and helix was done in the wrong spot with the wrong sized ring. Thought I'd give them one more chance and got a small wrist tattoo. Came out terrible and has to go somewhere else to fix. This place sucks. read more

This place is amazing. Not only do they do superb work, they don't price gouge you to do it. My man Everett is the real deal. He knows his craft and I highly recommend him and First Place. read more

My wife went to first place to have "nanny" added to her tattoo and to clean it up a bit. Evan did an amazing job. Check out the attached photo read more

First Place Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Hackettstown, New Jersey

Evertt is the best. Everyone is real nice and professional. Super clean. I started getting tattoos about 15 years ago here. I live in South Carolina and when I'm in Hackettstown for a visit I usually stop in. read more

Got my first tattoo here just last night. Ev spent a lot of time with me discussing options beforehand; very knowledgeable and thorough, and everything came out perfect. I'll definitely be back, both for myself and to refer anyone else I know. read more

Had an awesome experience with Evan for my first tattoo. He made the entire process so easy for it being my first time. The tattoo came out perfect. I will definitely be back and would highly recommend Evan. read more