This review is for piercing only. I came here a couple months ago to get my flat pierced (cartilage piercing), and Rico was clean, efficient, and did a great job. He explained the process throughout and gave clear aftercare instructions. Piercing is healed with no complications. Would return for future piercings. You can also bring your own jewelry and pay a small sterilization fee, which was hard to find at other shops. read more

Rey is awesome. Personable people with reasonable prices and I'm in love with my new tattoo.

This is my second time getting a tattoo here. The first time I got matching tats with three of my cousins and Rey Contreras was our artist. He was amazing and I love his work (he's done a few of my friend's tattoos as well). This time he was unavailable, so I went with Tasha, who also was highly recommended. I called the shop same day and was able to book an appointment. The receptionist was super accommodating and spoke to the artist to fit me in. I was beyond happy because I've been dying to get wings on my ankle in memory of my dog who passed away in February and finally got the guts to do it for my birthday, which is in a couple of days. Tasha freehanded my wings because I just couldn't decide on the exact design of the wings I wanted. Not only was she was super patient with me in choosing the right size and placement of my tattoo, but she continuously checked on me throughout, which helped ease my nerves big time. The whole shop is really clean including the bathroom! ...You Guys on here know how I feel about bathrooms! I definitely recommend this little spot in Dyckman for your body art! read more

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Elvis did my 2nd & 3rd ear piercing! He was so careful with the placements and he was patient with my indecisiveness. It wasn't an easy job because my ears are asymmetrical AND I had my second hole done poorly by a different shop. This shop was clean & spacious, everyone wore a mask and it was a comfortable. The other workers doing tattoos were kind to, it was a relaxed environment. read more

Not For Nothing Tattoos and Piercing - 2nd & 3rd piercings. - Tattoo Near Me - New York, New York

I came here after being recommended by a friend to Rey. He did my entire sleeve over the period of 10 months or so. The entire staff is awesome. All of the artists are extremely talented. I actually got excited to go each time because I knew it was going to be fun to see everyone. Reys work is amazing. I recommended 3 of my friends, all whom ended up going to him for work as well. If you're looking for a comfy environment to get solid work done, this is the place. Plan on getting a lot more done in the future as well. Here are some pics of his work on me :) read more

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My friend and I came in to get some piercings on a Sunday night around 7:45 (also happened to be Easter). We had to wait about an hour which kinda sucked cuz we sat there thinking about backing out. But we were a walk-in & came closer to closing, so I understand the wait and didn't really mind because they played good music the whole time. Vanity was our piercer- she awesome and made my friend and I feel very comfortable, which was important because we were partially nude for the process. I got a little light headed and she had someone bring me gum and water very quickly, which made me feel 1000% better. The piercings turned out even and I am very satisfied with how they look. The guy at the counter was super nice too. Definitely recommend! read more

My appointment was for 4pm and they didn't see me until 5:45pm and didn't offer any explanation or apologies and when I asked to use the bathroom the receptionist on duty who was a man said "oh there's a tree in the back that you can use" and played it off as a joke but it still rubbed me the wrong way. It had me thinking "does he joke with everyone like that?" And then as we were picking fonts for my tattoo it just felt rushed and I can tell he was trying to be patient but why was it so hard for him? And then they were also talking about the R Kelly documentary and he said "Those girls were smart enough to make their own decisions" basically blaming the girls. Not for nothing, I wouldn't come back or recommend anyone to this tattoo shop. read more

Upon arrival to shop, temperature is taken. Clients are asked to wear masks and use hand sanitizer. There is social distancing between clients. All artists are wearing masks and gloves. Eli performed two piercings for me. He was extremely sweet and kind. I was nervous and he walked me through the piercing process and provided thorough instructions for aftercare. An outstanding experience and true example of customer satisfaction. Thanks! read more

Not For Nothing Tattoos and Piercing - Daith and earlobe piercings! - Tattoo Near Me - New York, New York

My wife and I got tattoos done with Noah and had a great experience! He listened to our requests and checked in with us throughout. It was so nice to work with him and we love our tattoos. We absolutely recommend Not For Nothing! read more

I needed to re-pierce my earlobe after having it repaired a few months ago and decided to come here based on the generally positive reviews and accessibility for me. I did a walk in and was told the piercer was out and I decided to just wait. They have you fill out the Covid form with all your info. The piercer himself was not very personable in my opinion. I actually never got his name because he just pointed at me when he got in and was ready to start. I was interested in an additional piercing on the ear and he made it seem as if it would be more complicated based on what he would have to use. I just said forget it and just decided on the earlobe piercing. I explained my situation on having my original hole repaired due to stretching and deferred to him on ideal placement for the new piercing while also noting it probably shouldn't be where it originally was. He really wasn't trying to guide me in the process and just marked me up a few times to let him know if I liked the placement. I just went with where I thought was best as it seemed he was in a rush. I asked if they sold any jewelry as I didn't just want to walk around with 1 earring in 1 ear , he sold me another earring from what he uses for the initial piercings for $10 which is kind of insane. The earlobe piercing is $20 and not painful. I personally wouldn't come back here for anything more complex as I didn't care for the service. read more

Got my first tattoo done here with Rey. We talked about anime the whole time. Need I say more?! Jokes aside, I had a really great experience. Very clean, professional, and they played great music. 10 out of 10, would get tatted again. read more

Not For Nothing Tattoos and Piercing - Tattoo Near Me - New York, New York

I recently got my nipples pierced here. I called a couple hours prior and they told me I was welcome to come in that same day. Everything was clean and all needles were opened right in front of me. Everyone was so nice and made it feel as least awkward as possible. If you want to go somewhere with professional workers that make you feel comfortable I 100% recommend this place. My piercings look great and I will definitely be back if I get another! read more

So it's been a year now since I've gotten this tattoo. The lines are still as clear and solid as the day I got it. I constantly get compliments on it, and it is 100% the favorite of all my tattoos. To top it all off, the guy was so gentle that I took a whole nap while he was working. Sadly cannot remember his name, but he has mad skills. read more

Not For Nothing Tattoos and Piercing - Vista Cruiser from "That 70's Show" - Tattoo Near Me - New York, New York

Was looking for a new place to set up for future tattoo projects. Had a small, simple thing I wanted done. Called on a Monday to ask if they were still accepting walk-ins in COVID times. They told me to come in after 5pm, when I did everyone was attentive and friendly. The space is open, clean, and used effectively. The whole place had a very relaxed and outgoing vibe. They set me up with Rey (@reycontreras_) who was awesome. He got right to work. Rey has a great personality, makes you feel at ease. We had each other cracking up. He works quick and his focus is to the task. Had me in and out. Reasonable pricing; great spot; chill, friendly staff; and solid work--will definitely be returning to NFN for those future projects. read more

I was looking to get a quote from my grandpa for a while. I looked all over the internet for an artist or a shop. Honestly it was exhausting, luckily enough my friend recommenced Not For Nothing Tattoos. I went into their Instagram and say the various artist. I also crossed reference with yelp and noticed that the artist I was interested in, Natasha, got many praises within the Yelp community. So it was easy, I dm her through Instagram and was able to set everything. @turbo.tash was friendly and made the booking process so simple. When I went for the appointment the shop made me feel at home. The crew was very personable and easy to talk to, honestly making the experience better. I ended up scheduling an appointment for the next day to get tattoos with my Mum and I am planning on coming back for More. Not for Nothing Tattoos is THE place to go!!!! read more

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I got my tattoo done with Rey and he was amazing. He was friendly, patient, honest about his feedback on my request, funny and efficient. The studio is small but super cute and cool. All the staff members were super nice. If I decide to get another tattoo I will certainly be coming back. read more

Destiny is the best. I am thrilled that I got my first tatt from her. It was worth the trip. I may make another one later on. read more

Not For Nothing Tattoos and Piercing - My dream 1st tattoo became a reality. 6/19/19 - Tattoo Near Me - New York, New York

I went in for a nipple piercing. Eli was ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. I got their early and he even set up early to accommodate me. He asked so many questions and had so many practices I wondered why I've ever been anywhere else. It was quick, and he was funny yet real about the process!! Everything was clean and he opened everything in front of me. Thank you so much! Loved it! 6 stars if Yelp would let me! read more

Good energy, fantastic artist, especially Ray and Tasha. Very clean and dope sound system. Playlist was a vibe for sure. If you're looking for Tattoo artists who genuinely care about the craft come uptown for some chill vibes and new body art. read more

I've gotten two tattoos from Rey and will definitely be coming back for more. The shop is super clean and the atmosphere is very chill. You'll definitely feel comfortable while you're getting your tattoo. All the artists are super nice and crazy talented. Rey listened and executed my ideas perfectly and added such a unique touch to both of them. I have zero complaints. By far the best experience I've had thus far. read more

Not For Nothing Tattoos and Piercing - Slash tat done by Rey - Tattoo Near Me - New York, New York

I got tattooed recently by Rey. I consider myself a tattoo collector and have been to various artists throughout the state. Rey provided hands down my best tattoo experience. He freehanded some of the most beautiful blackwork I have. He has a fairly gentle hand while still packing in the ink so it lasts. He is a great conversationalist and very talented artist. Minimal wait time, the staff is very nice, COVID safe and the shop is organized/clean. I'll be coming back in a few weeks! read more

I got a tattoo from a guest artist that left my arm scarred by the tattoo artist digging too deep into my skin and a shitty tattoo. I have reached out to the owner via email and I still have not received a response. Be mindful and do more research before getting something done that is permanent... read more

Ray is one of the owners and also did my tattoo. He reviewed my finger tattoo that I wanted cover. Ray was very blunt with me about what I could or could not do which I appreciated. He came up with a fee ideas that would align with me. Truly appreciate his patience and his professionalism. read more

I popped in around 7:30pm for a quick piercing and I was extremely impressed! Only women working there at that time and everyone was super nice and helpful. I get a bit nervous when it comes time for the piercing but they were super supportive. I also got a pricing for a new tattoo and I thought it was extremely fair. Excited to head back there in a couple of weeks! Very clean and organized. Nobody looked stressed. read more

Will be coming back for more! To start, the setting is so clean and welcoming. Came in for a walk-in and expected a quick fix on an old stencil tattoo...walked out with something way better! Eleanor is amazing. She took her time coming up with different options for me. She's creative, great with details, flowers, and animals! She brought my tattoo back to life and I can't imagine having gone anywhere else. All of the staff is super nice as well-welcoming and wanting the best experience for their guests. So my boyfriend decided to get a tattoo while he was waiting for me! Elliot brought dimension to an older tattoo of his- pics below! Thank you thank you thank you! My new go-to place for tatts read more

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Got a cover up with Natasha and I am soooo happy with the piece. It was better than I anticipated. She took her time and did an exceptional job. The whole team was very friendly. Highly recommended!!! read more

Not For Nothing Tattoos and Piercing - Tattoo Near Me - New York, New York

My overall experience was amazing, clean shop, very professional yet laid back ambience. Everything was ready and set up when I arrived to my appt. I am in love with my tattoo. It turned out way better than I could have ever imagined. Noelle did an amazing job. She is a great artist and made me feel super comfortable during the whole experience. read more

Just came back from my first session with TurboTash. It's just the outlines right now but I already love it. It looks so amazing and she is the sweetest artist I've had the pleasure of being tattooed by. I'm thrilled to have her work on my body forever, she's incredibly talented and really makes sure you're happy the entire time. I did my sternum and if you're afraid of how much it's going to hurt, she will comfort you as much as possible. I still have a second session to go to but I'll be coming back for sure. read more

Friendly, knowledgeable staff. Clean environment. Went there as a walk in on a Saturday for a nose piercing was seen right away. I was told all of the things I needed to do to care for my new piercing. The ola e is beautiful and clean. read more

I was searching for a place and an artist to get my first tattoo. I was fortunate enough to find Not For Nothing Tattoos. (@notfornothingtattoos) on Instagram. The space is cool, open and very clean. The staff is amicable, honest, and skillful. My experience was made easier because of Natasha. (@turbo.tash) on Instagram. I reached Natasha through Instagram DM for a consultation. Once I met her, I knew she was the artist and this was the place. Natasha was very friendly, professional, and accommodating aside from being an incredibly talented artist. She took the time to speak to me about my ideas and how she could take them and make them unique. She also consulted my girlfriend that also wanted to get some pieces done. I put my trust in her and it was completely worth it! Natasha advised me on sizing and placement. She was able to take my idea of my fave comic book anti-hero and bring his iconic symbol to life. The end result was a unique piece that I'm ecstatic about. It completely exceeded my vision and expectation. My girlfriend also had work done and was just as delighted with Natasha's efficiency and attention to detail. Shout out to the staff that were also doing incredible work. Shop co-owner Rey Contreras is also an amazing artist and a very personable guy. Had a great conversation about food and travel with him and Natasha. (@reycontreras_ , @jdelgadoarte, @vanityinkz, @tattoobyloso) on Instagram. I highly recommend this shop if your thinking about getting ink. Support local small businesses...Support Latino owned businesses/artists. read more

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Came in with an idea for a tattoo, and Natasha did an amazing job of creating and finishing my tattoo! Chill and great environment. The tattoo artists are nice and charismatic! read more

I had a floral/constellation piece done by Destiny and I really liked her! Definitely worth it if you're looking for floral designs to be done. I like her booking system and that you can see the appointment times unlike other artists where you have to guess and wait to see when they're available! She was very nice and made sure I was doing okay :) read more

Had a custom piece done by Natasha @turbo_tash yesterday and it was overall a great experience. The studio is clean and professional and as other reviewers have mentioned, the staff make you feel welcome and are very friendly. Natasha made sure I was comfortable and really took her time to answer questions and make my vision come to life. Can't wait to come back here for more work. read more

I just finizhed getting an awesome band tattoo and the service was amazing! Ed was an awesome down to earth guy, and he did great work. I totally recommend this place to anyone in Upper Manhattan! read more

I came to the shop for an appointment for ombré powder brows with Destiny & it was legit one of the best beauty purchases I've ever invested in! I've been researching and wanting to get my brows done for a really long time, but I've been really apprehensive about who to trust. Destiny is so knowledgeable and she's such an amazing artist - ultimately her background and talent was what made me confident that she was the perfect person to trust. She listened to all of my questions and worries, patiently answered every one of them, and paid really close attention to exactly what it was that I wanted which made me feel so secure that my eyebrows would be safe in her hands. During my appointment she drew the shape first and I was already sooo in love, she took her time and explained everything every step of the way. For the procedure she applied numbing cream so I was completely comfortable it really didn't hurt which was a pleasant surprise. I loved that she explained in detail all of the aftercare instructions, touch up info, and answered all of my follow up questions without ever seeming annoyed (I had a lot of them lol). My eyebrows look AMAZING. Like, people have stopped me in stores and outside, and all of my family and my clients are asking me where I got them done my grandma and mom even booked their appointments! I already made my appointment to get my next tattoo with her and I can't wait I know I'm going to love it as much as I love my brows. My overall experience was incredible - the shop is clean and spacey, Destiny is an amazing artist with great vibes, and I look forward to coming back for all of my future tattoos and my eyebrow touch up. I recommend Not For Nothing 100000%! read more

This place is wonderful each time I've been in there I have been greeted with a friendly face and a courteous person. They are knowledgeable and willing to assist with your piercings or tattoo needs. Love it here read more

I came to get a nose piercing and I really cant emphasize how great of a job he did. He was so thorough with the whole process and made sure that I was comfortable. This shop is extremely clean , the employees are so nice and just the ambience there is just great! I am definitely coming back for more piercings. read more

Showed Rey what I was looking to get and he delivered. I'm so happy with my piece and will definitely be returning. I would recommend him to anyone looking to get quality tattoo work. read more

went in for a piercing (industrial bar). they accept walk-ins and I did not need to wait long at all. they were clean and professional. will definitely return! the tattoo artists' portfolios looked impressive as well. I'm glad to have NFN uptown. read more

Elliot has been my only tattoo artist since day one and I'm always excited every time he wants to tattoo me .. We been working on my sleeve for 6 years and I'll always be loyal thanks for putting 1000 percent in my tattoos at all times I appreciate you and not for nothing tattoos. read more