***FIVE STARS FOR DOUG for Exceeding my Expectations!** Doug is a seasoned professional with reasonable prices and he's an artistic genius who pays great attention to detail. Not only does Doug listen to your requests with patience and understanding, he tattoos with skill and precision. Over 20 years ago, I impulsively got some tribal tattoos on my back which I later regretted, so I needed a good cover-up along with some fresh ink on my shoulders. After much thought, consideration, and research I found Doug from Mile High Tattoo to do the job. After over half a dozen appointments, Doug's masterpiece on me is complete with beautiful and exotic Hawaiian flowers on each shoulder representing my family heritage, along with a badass filigree cover-up on my upper back. From consultation to completion, Doug did an absolutely brilliant job the entire time--Plus, he's a funny, imaginative storyteller and a genuinely nice guy too! Thanks so much for all of your amazing work, Doug! I couldn't be more satisfied and excited with the completed artwork, along with the overall fun and professional experience I had at Mile High over the past year. I highly recommend going there for your next tattoo. All of the guys there are pretty cool and great artists too. No regrets this time at Mile High Tattoo--Absolutely stunning job! In the end, you get what you pay for, and true quality tattoos are priceless. The only complaint about Doug is that he does not keep a better portfolio showing off all of his phenomenal artwork, but he's been working on it! ;-) I will definitely be back for more tattoos soon. read more

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Isla is the best! Quick easy conch! I also had an old earring in my tragus that was stuck. Multiple piercers have attempted to remove it and finally Isla was able to!! She was quick, clean and so kind. I look forward to coming back and adding to my ear piercings with Isla!! read more

Mile High Tattoo - Isla is the best! Quick easy conch and swapped old suck on tragus! - Piercing Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

I wanted to share my experience because it was quite disappointing. During my first appointment, Donnell had to reschedule because he was running late. The next time, he was almost 45 minutes late. As an indecisive person, I expected the artist to help guide me and provide ideas on what would work best. Unfortunately, this was not the case. He charged me $180 for some shading on existing tattoos, but I can hardly see any difference. I'm pretty upset and regret tipping him. I won't be coming back here again. The other staff members were nice, but the tattoo artist was very unprofessional. read more

I get everything pierced here. Always a good vibe and everyone is super friendly. Definitely book piercing sessions online to make sure you don't miss the piercer. read more

gave me the wrong directions sent me to 140th and grant I was going in circles she ask me where are you at I said by in-N-Out and buy canes, and she said I don't know where that's so I asked if I could talk to somebody else that knows what they're by because she cannot answer that she said hold on one second then came back and said there's nobody here and when we pulled up there's like eight people in there and they were all rude. I recommend going somewhere else. This place sucks people there suck it was very very dish respectful I will never send anybody there. Rest in peace while hi tattoo. read more

Great work at a great price. Pablo is the man, an absolute wizard! Highly recommend him to anyone that is hesitant, he is very personable and makes you feel very comfortable right away. read more

I've been here numerous times for piercings and went smoothly from piercer Paul. However, I just went in to get my daith pierced with Natalie I believe. This piercing has caused me the most excruciating pain of my life, and I knew something was wrong since I have 21 other piercings and never had an experience like this. After trying to bear through the pain for two days I went to my local tribal rites to get it removed. The piercer there who is wonderful and done many of my piercings too told me she pierced it completely incorrectly in the wrong spot and i'm lucky I didn't end up in the ER. done coming here lol. read more

Very quick and easy piercing. Paul was very nice and comforting. Everybody was nice and the process was very smooth. I would definitely recommend this place. A bit more of communication with the piercing would have been nice but overall great experience! read more

Mile High Tattoo - Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

I loved this place when I walked in the people were so nice to me , it was supposed to be a birthday gift , then we needed all these things that I didn't need at my last salon , birth certificate, student ID . we had the birth certificate, and I took a photo of my id and then the person helping us tells up that it's not valid cause the thing won't work, and I understand that but the thing is that my last piercing was even more serious than the one I almost got and the shop I got it at didn't need all this extra stuff and just needed my signature then I got peirced no question. read more

I came here not too long ago to get my ears pierced and was a little nervous because it was my first piercing. The staff here were all very friendly and ensured i was comfortable though. They did a good job of educating me on the risks, how to maintain a piercing, etc. I left this place with a new piercing and a wealth of knowledge about it, all at an affordable price at a comfortable location. Good place here. read more

Mile High Tattoo - The door - Piercing Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

I had my consultation with Pablo earlier this month and it went well. I made an appointment with him for 5pm on a Thursday. I arrived 10 minutes early. After the receptionist checked me in, Pablo showed me the designs he made up and I picked what I liked best. He told me he just had to add the font and then we'd get started. At that time it was 5pm. A piercer employee walked in and he started chatting with Pablo. Nothing too important, just talking about anime, this and that about some group chat, etc.  After 10 minutes of listening to them chat I looked over and it appears they're just talking, not working on my tattoo, just catching up. Kinda rude, but I can be patient. Another 5 minutes go by. At this point since I've arrived, one customer received a piercing, someone's getting a tattoo, another customer finished his consult with a different artist and scheduled his tattoo, the receptionist made about 4 or 5 reminder calls; everyone else is busy working but these guys are catching up while I wait. I know my design is done, he just told me all he needed to do was add the font so what is taking so long... I kept looking over at them hoping for maybe some acknowledgment or explanation but got nothing. At 5:20 I was about over it. Twenty minutes in theory isn't long at all- but when you pay $100 deposit on a tattoo and you're sitting there excitedly anticipating a 3 hour session, except what you're waiting on is an unimportant personal conversation, 20 minutes goes by really, really slow. At that point I felt insignificant and forgotten about. I felt like his friend was more important than the 3 hour tattoo I had planned. I'd be willing to wait 20 minutes or longer if he was doing some finishing touches, adding some shading, etc. but not for you to catch up with a coworker. Another coworker noticed my look of frustration and asked if I was ok. I'm a big ol' baby about confrontation so by then I'm pretty much already in tears. I asked him "Is it gonna be much longer? I've kinda had a long day, I'm really not trying to be rude but it's been like 20 minutes and they're just chatting about anime characters and other random sh*t and I would really like to get started." The coworker was nice and told me not to worry, he walked over to where they were chatting and told them I was getting impatient. Pablo told him it wouldn't be much longer, just finishing up the printing. After the coworker talked to him I hoped there'd be a change in his distracted attitude but I didn't feel like there was any empathy towards my frustration, even as the coworker told them I was upset they looked over at me like I was being unreasonable. When Pablo came over he asked if everything was okay and if I needed to reschedule. I said "no, I don't want to reschedule, but I've been waiting here for 20 minutes listening to your personal conversation and it gives me bad vibes, like you're gonna be distracted and chatting with your friend while you do my tattoo or that I'm just another task to finish up before you can hang with your buddy." He seemed really surprised by all this. He told me that this was a coworker he hadn't seen in a very long time and they were just catching up... I couldn't believe how lame of an excuse that was to keep me waiting. I told him I'm in the customer service industry and I would never keep someone waiting 20 minutes while I catch up with a buddy no matter how long it's been since I've seen them. His response felt unapologetic, he looked totally thrown off that I said anything. He told me he was a fast tattooer and that he'd get things done quick, but by then, after everything, I lost all my excitement in that shop. I don't want a quick tattoo, I want a great one. One where the artist focuses on the paying customer and not his friend. This is going on my body forever, I feel like I have the right to expect that during the tattoo I'm paying a lot of money for, I shouldn't be fighting for the attention of his "buddy" he hasn't seen in a while. I told him sorry, I'm just gonna take the sketches and go elsewhere. I'm beyond disappointed. Mostly because I had been looking forward to this for a while- but more so because I hate hate HATE being that person. I am reluctant to be confrontational and frankly it makes me sick to my stomach with anxiety, but I had to say something because that was so disrespectful to my time. And worse, a waste of his time and money too, because me being someone who works for tips, I tip big for those who work hard and deserve it. Obviously after this experience I won't be coming back, please be warned that some employees have important conversations to have with each other about anime instead of focusing on their job. Really wish I had better things to say, and really wish I didn't waste $100 bucks on a deposit for such a negative experience, but in the long run $100 is a small price to pay for avoiding a rushed or distracted tattoo by someone who has catching up to do with a buddy. read more

Went in for 4 piercings from Paul. Everything went perfectly. I couldn't be happier or more satisfied. Will definitely be going back for more piercings as well as future ink. read more

The Staff Is Professional & patient from entering to leaving the business. Very organized due to their schedules prior to your arrivals. They are literally ready for you when you walk in.. I've had several piercing at this location with NO issues , complaints nor concerns. of anything from beginning to end.‼‼‼ read more

Mile High Tattoo - This Ear Is Stoked for A Conch Piercing. - Piercing Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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I can't speak to the shop, but I have been researching and was very excited to get a booking here. The artist let me pay my deposit, and schedule within the 48 hour period (which at time of booking I was unaware of) so when I changed my mind ( behind the ear placement- I was nervous and wanted to apply the deposit on a different piece) that's when he informed me my deposit was non refundable bc it was last minute. Of course it was last minute! We had just booked the appointment less than 24 hours prior. I don't even want the deposit back- I was just hoping for some sheer human understanding (tattoos are permanent after all) and wanted to apply it to a different piece, and reschedule the appointment. Being as he didn't even give me enough time to meet this rule- I'd say it's pretty shitty of him- as a human, an artist, and a representative of this industry. All I would say is, if you want work done by an honest, understanding human- don't go here. read more

I sent charlie an email, asking when he could get me in for a tattoo. He sent me a response saying he could get me in the next day at 3. I replied with, I will see you at 3, tomorrow. Then I show up and he says he never responded to my email and I didn't give him a deposit, which was never brought up. HOW AM I SUPPOSE TO KNOW! He was extremely rude to me and I would not recommend this place to anyone. read more

My sister and I came in as walk-ins for two small fox tattoos. There was a small wait time of 30 minutes before Charlie was free. He quoted us a reasonable amount. In total from the time we started the paperwork and both had our tattoos completed, the process took a little over an hour. This was my sister's first tattoo and she was a little hesitant about getting the tattoo because she didn't know what to expect pain level wise. Charlie was very friendly and fun and made it a very enjoyable experience for us. I would highly recommend seeing him! Thanks Charlie for helping create an awesome memory for my sister and I! read more

Mile High Tattoo - Piercing Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

Oh My Gosh!!! i love this shop, me and my sister came in on a monday we had made our appointments a couple days prior and on our way there we hit a lot of traffic and accidents all along the main street and ended up being a little late to our appointment and she was still able to see us. natalie is very professional and made me feel better about my body to be honest (i was getting nipples). she made me super happy and i felt like we just connected about certain physical features. thank you so much again for helping me read more

So I finally decided to get my ears pierced and honestly it was super easy and professional! Paul was amazing and helpful in easing my anxiety and everything was super smooth! read more

Came to Colorado to get a tattoo with my bestie and I found Charlie and he was amazing and funny and very professional, he knew exactly what I wanted and hand drew it even made sure it was exactly how I wanted it. It quoted me a good price and we talked the whole time and joked around he was very concerned with my well being and at the end of the service he explained everything to me and showed me how to clean it and what to do and not to do. He even told me if anything happens to it or if it needs a touch up he will do it for free. Which is awesome, can't wait to come back and see You Charlie. Thank you bro Also thank you to the front desk guy and to the tattoo shop entirely, it was so clean and honestly everyone was funny and outgoing I truly appreciated everything. I will see you guys again soon!! God Bless read more

Worst shop I've e ever been too. My fiancé had a consultation at 3:30, the place was completely un organized and packed let alone by the time we were about to sit down its was 4:05 and because I didn't have anything I was getting done I was asked to leave. After THEY WERE 45 minutes late they asked me to leave the shop so I couldn't sit there with my fiancé while she was getting something drawn up. By far the worst experience I've ever had at a tattoo shop. Will never go back and will be telling all my friends what happened. read more

Went in for a nostril piercing and specifically requested a placement where I could swap out to a small ring in the future. He swabbed just the outside of my nose and then marked it high saying if it was lower a thin hoop might tear my skin. Shouldn't have let him do it (but I did) and the experience was painful and bloody. Walked out of there with a high nostril piercing with an odd angle that wouldn't allow the stud to sit flush with my skin. Paid $30 and then I took it out later because it just wasn't right. Went elsewhere the next week and got a way better experience (placement, cleaning, pain, blood, etc.) for $25. I think the piercer was nice enough, but perhaps inexperienced. read more

Donel (I hope that's spelled right! @dondunntattoos) did a memorial piece for my dog with incredible detail and fine line work. I cannot recommend enough. Really hope I can get more pieces done by him in the future. read more

I went there to get a estimate on a face tattoo by my ear and they were the most expensive outta everywhere I checked and the worker there tried to tell me that a face tattoo would effect my highering ability and also told me that at most I'd end up working at walmart if I get a tattoo of my idea. He needs to keep personal opinion to himself!! It's not his life choice but mine!! read more

My husband and I got tattoos here about 6 months ago and had a very good experience and thought the price was fair. We went in today to get a quote for another simple design and was told it was going to be $200 a piece or more for the size of a half dollar tattoo! We were discussing this between the two of us deciding if we wanted to pay that much and were rudely interrupted by Charlie saying 'oh are you a professional tattoo artist?! You're not so you don't fucking know how much a tattoo should cost!' Mind you I have about 30 tattoos, not my first time here. Needless to say we walked out. Get some customer service skills and don't be a dick! read more

I'd have to say this was one of the best experiences I've had getting a tattoo, and I have a few. They were professional and listened to what I was looking for. Pablo was my artist and he did a beautiful job of taking my ideas and sketching out a beautiful piece. I highly recommend the shop and Ask for Pablo. read more

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I got a semi-colon tattoo here a year or two ago. It has faded. My son has gotten several tattoos here as well as piercings. I know quite a few people who have gotten work done here. My son told me that he was told that there were free touch ups for life. I contacted them through messenger (turns out it was a year ago, almost exactly. I have severe memory and cognitive issues and thought it was about 4 months ago) to ask about getting a touch up done. Whomever answered my message told me that they offer 1 free touch up in the first 90 days. They asked if I'd be getting another tattoo as they could touch up my semi-colon when they had the equipment out anyway. I told them that I didn't think so because this is the only tattoo I have and it is in memory of my daughter who took her life in 2015. The message I got back was "Give us a call, we'll take care of you." I have had some severe health issues and just general life things happen and haven't called or gone by. Today I was having a horrible day. My daughter's bday is coming up soon and shortly there after the anniversary of her death. I am having a really hard time. I was having a HORRIBLE day. A lot of self esteem issues and trying to want to be here. I mean here on earth. I already had ECT for 18 mos to stop my own suicidal thinking after my daughter left us. This is why I now have severe memory and cognitive issues. Today I went there to get my nose pierced. I wanted to feel do something for myself to help me feel better. So as I am asking about the piercing I ask about the tattoo touch up. I get the company line about 1 free touch up in the first 90 days. Okay, I get that, not a big deal. I did tell him about the fact that I had already asked about this and was told that they would "take care of me". He says that it was probably the owner who said that and he wasn't in today. From across the room another man, who is one of their tattoo artists says loudly, "I have a tattoo here on my arm from 1985 that has faded, that's to be expected." I was in shock. He just entered our conversation, from across the room, for no other reason than I can see (and I've thought about it) than to make me feel like a stupid piece of shit for even asking about a touch up. I was so upset. I asked him, "Did you really just yell that across the room for the sole purpose of embarrassing me?" He got up and walked over to us to point to his tattoo and started saying something. At this point I said, "Fuck you assshole! Why in the hell would you try to compare the tattoo you got in 1985 with the one I got maybe two years ago?" Yes, I cussed. Which if you knew me you'd know is not like me. I mean I cuss, but hardly ever in public and truly ALMOST NEVER out of anger. I left, crying. Sat in my car and talked with my husband for about a half an hour and then my son for a bit before I was able to drive again. This guy, he took the opportunity to make someone who is struggling with life, with self esteem, with the will to live and made my day that much worse. What a great guy! I wish him the same good energy that he sent my way. I sent them a message that basically said this. It told them how he made me feel and to "thank" him for me. I got a message back that said "Sorry you had a bad experience here today", then laid out their 90 day policy (it would be good if they told you this when you got your tattoo in the first place. trust me I know many people who have had stuff done here and don't know this is their policy) and then stated that they would do the touch up for free and would this make me happy. NOPE. I wrote back that they were missing the point. I have the money to pay for a touch up if that's what it takes. I am not broke. I am waiting for a call back from the owner, they say he will call tomorrow. I wouldn't go back here if they paid me to do so though. I will never walk through their door again, ever. I will tell everyone I know about what happened today and hope they do not go here either. The lack of human kindness, empathy or even sympathy was astounding. WOW! read more

Got my nose pierced, not expensive at all and I felt really comfortable! Love this, definitely will come back.

A friend and I came here for piercings together back in July. Jeff did our piercings for us. The environment was clean and relaxing. My friend had her labret done which went quickly and with ease. It's healing really nicely. I did a double forward helix which has healed fairly nicely as well. I jumped each time Jeff pushed the needle through, but he was unphased. I appreciated it as some piercers get really mad at that kinda stuff. Everything went well. read more

The guys at this shop were super friendly and professional, welcoming and were patient with both of us, especially my mom. The shop is clean and user friendly. My mom and I were walk-ins and were in and out in less than an hour. The prices were great. We both got small things and paid the shop minimum for each. We also bought some of the merchandise, which has excellent designs and is comparably priced. Overall a great experience, and I'd definitely suggest them when you're in the Denver area! read more

Awesome staff and AMAZING work from all artists. They are reputable and talented. The piercer is always happy to help with questions on aftercare and is very comforting during the piercing. I will never go anywhere else, this is the best there is. read more

This was, by far, the best experience I've ever had at a tattoo/piercing shop. From when I called to inquire about the piecing to when I walked out of the door, their professionalism and kindness exceeded my expectations. Jeff was extremely knowledgeable, well-trained and took pride in his craft. I would recommend him to anyone! If I ever want another piercing or a tattoo, this is the first place I will turn to. Thank you to Jeff and the rest of your team for an awesome experience! read more

Got my nose pierced here by Paul a few years ago , he's the best !! Does anyone know where he went though ??? Been wanting to get more piercings but I don't think he works there anymore :( tattoo wise this place treated me like crap . I guess because it was going to be my first idk . read more

Doug is seriously the man. Got a welcome to Las Vegas tattoo. This pic is right after. Straight lines and perfect circles in less than 2 hours. Book ahead because this gentleman has a long wait for a reason. read more

Mile High Tattoo - Piercing Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

Came in today just to get the ball put back on my rook piercing. It fell off randomly in the shower. The guy (I forgot his name) helped me out with it and was very friendly. He also gave me advice on how to take care of it. They didn't charge me and I felt horrible that I didn't have any cash for a tip. The place was clean and well light. Not dingy or dark like a lot of places. I'll probably try to go back to by a new earring at some point or get a new piercing read more

i want to start off by saying this was the best experience i've had in a tattoo shop EVER! everyone from the moment i walked in was sooo nice. the girls in the front were so talkative and made me feel very comfortable. i got pierced by paul. he was very friendly and started to talk me up and reassure me when he noticed i was getting nervous. when i left he made it clear if i had any questions i shouldn't hesitate to call. i love the placement of my piercings. i'm definitely coming back for future piercings and tattoos! thanks y'all! read more

Great customer service- supper friendly! I needed help with something ASAP and they were able to accommodate:-)

I went in for a rook and conch piercing. The conch piercing literally was in my ear at such a crooked angle (basically diagonal) and hurt constantly because it went through more of my ear at that angle. I had to take it out because I can't even put a hoop in it which is exactly what I told the piercer, Paul, I wanted. The rook is also crooked but not as bad, I can live with that one. I called to get my 25$ back and they said they would have their manager call me to refund me my money and no one ever called. I would maybe consider going back if they refunded me but that was a hell of a pain to go through for it to look like crap. I will post a picture. read more

Mile High Tattoo - Going in on the edge of my inner ear. - Piercing Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

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I came in as a walk-in, hoping to get a previous tattoo fixed and add something to it as well. Charlie was very honest with me about the difficult of fixing the tattoo, and let me know my options for fixing it were basically to cover it up or get it removed. He still worked with me on what I wanted and was willing to help me with deciding where to place it and incorporating it into an existing tattoo. He was friendly and easy to talk to, and did excellent work. I won't go to anyone else for future tattoos. read more

So happy with my Mako Shark tattoo. Matt Garner is definitely one of my favorite tattoo artist thank you so much for giving me such an amazing tattoo! read more

Mile High Tattoo - Piercing Near Me - Thornton, Colorado

My sister and I went and saw Matt on a family trip to Colorado. He was very kind and did exactly what we asked of him. We both got unique hand drawn wrist tattoos and we are both very happy. Wish we lived closer to this shop for sure!!! read more