Prison Break Tattoos

Committed to satisfaction

Established in 2002

Got A Bridge Piercing From Cody Himself, Cody Did Me Very Well Throughout The Whole Journey He's…read moreCaring And Smile Brings Good Vibes Thru The Room Also The Staff Aswell Will Come Back Thanks PiercedByCody :)

I thought I understood piercings. Turns out not all piercers are created equally. 713 stays busy…read morefor a reason. That reason goes beyond its prime location and good vibes. Here, they pierce with integrity, they educate before, during and after. If there's a risk or problem, they tell you. They really make the process as efficient, clean, and painless as possible. I truly appreciate the knowledge. We learned that one of my friends has a slightly deviated septum, while another has one ear that would best fit a rook piercing, but all three of us agreed that this experience with Meagan was a 10/10 experience. After experiencing the aftercare from my septum with another piercing, I'll definitely be back if I'm looking for any other piercings. Just be mindful of the limited parking--it is Westheimer after all!

Entrance

Custom tattoo by Homer Saenz

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Since 2002

Houston Heights Tattoo

4.6(73 reviews)

2.0 mi•The Heights

Certified professionals

Women-owned & operated

Shop was amazing and everyone is so polite! My artist went above and beyond to ensure I loved…read moreeverything about my tattoo!! I definitely will be back!

I came in on my birthday for a nose piercing and had a great experience! Because my nose had been…read morepierced previously and they didn't have to re make a hole, they ended up taking the piercing fee off and just charged for the jewelry which I thought was super nice. The shop was lovely and had a great vibe about it so I decided to schedule a tattoo appt here to get a little MJ piece. Unfortunately, I didn't have that same amazing experience. During our email communication, I was told that the piece would only take an hour and that the artists hourly rate was $200. The tattoo only ended up taking 30 minutes but when I went to checkout, the artist rang me up for $250 on a design that wasn't modified at all from a web search I did. I'm all for paying for skills and years of service but I was really thrown off that the total was different than discussed previously. I brought that up and she changed it back to $200 but I thought that was a very weird thing to do. Overall, I'd return for piercings, if I wanted more, but I don't think I'd return for a tattoo.

Double lobe piercing

By Alan

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Front of the shop

Timeless Ink Studio

4.7(155 reviews)

12.0 mi•West Oaks

•$$$$

Took the plunge to have my nipples pierced and I couldn't be more pleased with the results…read more Friendly staff, clean location, and very efficient and informative technician. I'd go back and do it all again if I had another pair of nipples.

Reposting since owner deleted my initial review and didn't wanna take accountability of the poor…read morecustomer service. Would give 0 stars if I could. Save yourself the headache. If I didn't send a message first, I wouldn't hear anything. Every response required me to follow up, sometimes multiple times. My appointment was rescheduled over and over, and then canceled the day before after I had already rearranged my schedule around it. This became a pattern of poor communication and last-minute changes. Meanwhile, I was never sent my tattoo design or kept updated throughout the process. Clients shouldn't have to beg for basic communication or wonder if their appointment is actually happening. There may be talented artists out there, but professionalism and reliability matter just as much. Unfortunately, this experience had neither. After wasting weeks trying to make it work, I requested my deposit back and took my business elsewhere.

1.1 mi•Washington Corridor, The Heights

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3 weeks healed

3rd Generation Ink

4.8(108 reviews)

We were blessed by an appointment with Julio and to say we were impressed is an understatement!…read moreJulio got us in and out under two hours and gave us some really great pieces to commemorate our time in Houston! He also casually mentioned that he came in on his day off. So nice! Shop was clean and professional and we will absolutely be coming back. Thank you Julio!!

I got my first tattoo here and it was a great experience! I was so nervous but my tattoo turned out…read morewonderful. My artist was so kind and made sure I was comfortable the whole time.

Mickey is the GOAT

This is a normal heart tattoo

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My leg sleeve worked on by Joshua Troye

Rose & Dagger Tattoo

4.5(48 reviews)

15.6 mi

•$$$

Tim is awesome. He was very honest and straightforward the entire process, which was a nice change…read morefrom other consultations I did prior to my tattoo. Tim has a great artistic view, and helped me adjust my design to look better than I could have imagined. His line work is top tier, and his shading brings everything to life. Will definitely be a repeat customer, and have already recommended to multiple friends.

Guys super nice but this is the most trash tattoo I've ever gotten. Completely wrong shading. This…read morewill be the first tattoo I've ever had to get removed...

2.4 mi•Montrose, Fourth Ward

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Assassin Tattoo & piercing

4.1(181 reviews)

Jack did and excellent job. High quality details and it was easy to schedule. Will definitely come…read moreback again.

Jack was my artist. He was very talented and creative with my idea. This was two sessions approx…read more8-10hours for $1000. The staff and booking was very easy and the vibe is great. Especially if you are an introverted person because this is an ESL environment with a very professional and talented team that can easily collaborate with you on your tattoo idea. If you Show up early be careful with parking (reference image: I'm the grey Hyundai sonata )

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Gnosis Tattoo Studio & Art Gallery

5.0(5 reviews)

20.9 mi

Gnosis Tattoo Studio & Art Gallery is hands down one of the best shops I've been to...my…read moreartist...Slim...may be young...but his talent is next-level...he's meticulous...creative...and truly passionate about his work...one thing I really appreciate is that Slim takes his time...not to stall...but to make sure every detail is done right...he even reaches out with suggestions if he thinks it'll improve the piece...which shows how much he cares about the final product. The shop itself is clean and professional...with a relaxed and welcoming vibe...all the artists are friendly and supportive of each other...which adds to the great energy in the space. I've got a couple more sessions to go...and I'll definitely add a photo once the work is complete...but so far...I couldn't be happier with how it's coming along...highly recommend Slim and the entire Gnosis team if you're looking for quality ink and a great experience.

I did my research to find a tattoo artist that could do very intricate designs. I certainly found…read morethat and more! First, the studio is an art gallery! It was inviting, relaxing and very clean. I especially enjoyed the conversation we had with the owner. He is such a wonderful man and pursuing his passion. It shows in what he has accomplished! Brenda did my tattoo and she was very nice and serious about getting my tattoo perfect. And it was, I'm very pleased. Thank you!

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Texas Tattoo Emporium

4.3(129 reviews)

2.1 mi•Montrose

It Texas a long time to get a tattoo, and poor people get better food, honestly... luckily, I…read moream-poor, yum! As you can see, this place can do some seriously sexy tattoos for some seriously sexy people. They can do big ones and they can handle it just fine. So they're very professional and very sexy and very in tune with the human body. My friend who is in porn is covered in tattoos from head to toe, and she thinks these guys are some of the best in town. I paid for at least one of her tattoos at this place as well as some others at other places, and this one is the one that we both agree is the sexiest. And the most professional too. Of all the tats I've gotten her, this is her fave. Of all her tats in total, this is in her top 5 and she has at least 50 (not exaggerating).

I have 4 piercings done by Byriah and 6 in total(2 plugs, 2 helix, 1 nose ring and 1 daith and all…read morebut the plugs were by him) and he's always been a professional and takes cleanliness VERY seriously which is very important. He takes the time to go through your requests so that you know what you're in for and he actually cares how they look as well. He spent the time thinking about how the Helix I just got lined up with the one I got 5 years ago. I ended up fainting for the first time in my life probably because I had very little sleep and didn't eat for several hours before but he took care of me and made sure I had my energy up before leaving and walked me out. He's a good man who does good work. I think I need one more before I'm done for good and will be back. I recommend him to anyone who needs to get pierced.

Daith piercing I got during this session

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Flying Squid Art Gallery & Tattooing

4.7(58 reviews)

2.7 mi•The Heights

Okay so this was my first choice for my first tattoo but I never got to get it bc of other…read morecircumstances.... 2 tattoos later I decided that I wanted to get my 3rd one here and let me tell you I regret not doing my 2nd here... Valentin was my tattoo artist and dude he's amazing i gave him the inspo and he went beyond it, we talked about the place and how it would look at certain angle and position, the whole thing took 5 hours, he would give me breaks and I also remember that I came in right when he was about to eat I felt so bad :c I was also hungry mid tattoo so he offered me one of his egg rolls after that I was getting a little of pain and asked for numb Cream and it went by pretty smooth... I also forgot to mention that he gave me pasties and made me feel pretty comfortable during my tattoo it was an amazing experience since I told him I had a bad experience with the 2 other places I've been before and he exceed my expectations it's been 7 months since I got my tattoo and I just love it... i really recommend Valentin for black tattoos Lol I also decided on not doing the starts bc of the pain but hey still looks pretty sick I also forgot to add the he added better designs like the brow area of the moon and the shading !

Flying Squid is a comfortable, professional location located in Houston Heights. Billy Ho is the…read morereal deal! Traditional, portraits, you name it- he's your guy! Not only is Billy a true artist but he is customer focused!

A couple of months healed

Random traffic jam photo op...

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Publik Studios

5.0(9 reviews)

2.5 mi•Sixth Ward

Johnny Beavers gave me something I'll carry with me forever. I got a fine line tattoo of my dog…read moreTank, and I genuinely couldn't believe it when I saw it finished--it looks exactly like him. Not just the details, but his expression... it feels like him is with me. This tattoo means so much to me, and Johnny handled it with so much care and intention. You can tell he really understands how important pieces like this are. Publik Studios is also beautiful--calm, private, and almost spa-like. The whole experience felt peaceful and really special, which made it even more meaningful. I'm so grateful for this piece. I can't stop looking at it!! Thank you Johnny!

tl;dr johnny and melanie make a great team. They work well together and their personalities differ…read morebut work well at making you feel comfortable and welcomed in the studio. The place is kept really clean and Johnny even offered snacks during a break. It's a private studio which is nice because I don't really a big fan of random people popping in while I'm being worked on. 5/5 In depth review of the whole process. Objective: Booking periods happen only so often. I submitted my application with two concept ideas. I received my email October 2nd telling me I was selected for the Feb/Mar cycle. I paid my booking deposit then gave them my availability, they worked with my availability and I was scheduled for March 15th. Once the appointment was confirmed I told them I'm willing to switch appointments if necessary to work around his other clients. My appointment date remained the same but my time was moved to 7am which was nice. Johnny reached out February 16 for a confirmation on the exact design (I kept going back and forth sending in different things) and March 8th I got a courtesy email for my upcoming session. I showed up to the studio and Johnny was finishing up the final design. We talked briefly on the different aspects of shading and line work but I told him that I trusted him because he's the artist and he knows what will probably look best for the final piece. The session was about 6 hours with 3 breaks. Snacks and beverages were provided. The studio itself is open with tall ceilings. It has couches and a long meeting table. The tattoo I got cover parts of my chest, my sternum, some ribs, and my upper abdomen. It was a painful tattoo Subjective: The booking process was really nice and communication from his assistant was nice. I think he got a new assistant sometime after my appointment was confirmed, nothing was wrong with his old assistant but his new one Melanie has a much more welcoming online persona. Her personality in person matches it too. Johnny comes off as a casual laid-back guy. He's nonchalant yet he's very interested in his clients. He gave me a sense of autonomy throughout the whole process. In hindsight I gave him very little to work with and while doing the final touches he was asking me what I liked specifically about the reference pictures. I sent him a couple of pictures of different designs by other artists and it was really nice to know he took them into consideration. I've been to an artist before where I brought in printed references and the artist glimpsed at it then pulled out the sketch he already had before I showed up. While I was being worked on the pain was too much for me to handle in the beginning, given the location and design it's expected to hurt. I asked if I could have a break after the main outline was done and Johnny agreed. I didn't feel any mental resistance from him. He wrapped up the area so I could go outside and get some fresh air. After that I didn't have to ask for breaks, Johnny stopped and gave me two more. I'm not sure how but Johnny knew when I was getting reaching my threshold. Given he's had years of experience I'm sure he's picked up a 6th sense on how to read people. After the main outline was done Johnny stopped and asked how I wanted the rest of the session to play out. I told him I'd prefer to do the top part of my tattoo because I knew the bold lines would hurt more and I personally like having the most painful part of a tattoo done first. Johnny is the first artist to give me that option. Johnny himself as a person is hella cool. During the whole session we didn't talk much which was nice because I just wanted to relax (i'm on spring break from nursing school and my life since august has been studying so I actually don't know how to talk to people anymore lmao). From our conversation Johnny comes off as someone who wants to know his clients. This isn't just another transaction for him. He asked me questions to get to know me but he never pushed me to share. We both shared stories and aspects of lives that were interesting. Melanie went out for a bit and offered to pick something up. Johnny asked if I wanted anything which was really nice and I asked for coffee and a sandwich. When she came back I offered to pay and Johnny told me that he'd pay for it ( johnny is just nice af). This is my opinion but getting a tattoo is only cool after you get it. When I'm getting work done I'm being vulnerable to the public. I'm not a fan of getting work done while random people walk by watching me trying to hold myself together. The whole process is just painful and it sucks. I like this studio because it's just him and his assistance. Overall I had a really great experience. It's only been 4 days but I wake up every morning still in awe at his work. Pros: Johnny is cool Melanie is nice final product is dope snacks privacy Cons: that shit hurted

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Grace C.

7 years ago

I've been following prison break for a couple years now- Before hero ink, before the remodel, and I knew I wanted to get my first tattoo from them. I emailed the studio in July, and set an appointment for my birthday in August. Throughout the process emails were responded to so quickly that had I not asked questions, I'd have thought that there was instant reply on their end- in reality they just are great at responding to contact. I went in unsure of what to expect, and really nervous because every other tattoo studio has been off putting. When I walked in for my appointment, I was greeted right away. BK was on the phone, and my artist was still on the way in however the receptionist was there and let me look around the studio. Honestly, that made me feel at ease almost instantly. As soon as Bk was off the phone he came over and introduced himself along with my artist Alan. I had a general idea of what I wanted, and discussed it with Alan. He was really honest with what colors WOULD work with my skin tone as well as what wouldn't. My biggest fear was that I wouldn't be able to get color (being black I didn't know if it was even possible) but he made red work! We then talked design. He let me know too many flowers and the words would get, that wording should be a certain size, etc. then drew up a design that I loved instantly. When I got on the table he joked with me and again, helped me feel at ease. We got down to it and he knocked it out in about 1.5 hours. We did take a break in the middle, which I was greatful for. As I was gettin my ink, another family was in as well and watching BK and the other artist interact with them melted my heart. You can tell that this is a place where they CARE about their customers as well as their work. There was pride in every detail, and detail to attention. The studio was clean and spacious, but best of all was the decor. Coming from a law enforcement family, and hopefully going into LE myself it's incredible to see a place dedicated to the men and women behind the badge. I'll gladly support Prison Break Tattoos for as long as I possibly can. I will definitely be back for more ink in the future! Thanks for the work guys. read more

Bart S.

11 years ago

I wanted to get my second tattoo at a different shop than my first (713 Tattoos) since my tattooer had appeared to be a bit out of it. I called PBT in the morning and asked if they could get me in. The person who answered the phone said to text him the picture of what I wanted (which I did - a black and red tattoo to go on my upper arm, though not a sleeve). When I asked him for a price, he said that he wouldn't know until the tattooer did the sketch. In hindsight, this should've been a sign of what was to come, but I was excited about getting this done. When I finally arrived, my first question was whether they accepted credit cards. He said they did, but hemmed and hawed about it and mumbled about service charges and taxes - "We prefer cash." I then started to sit with my tattooer, who began sketching on wax paper. When I asked him about how long it would take, he said about an hour. Then, I asked him about cost, and he redirected me back to the owner (Brian). When I asked how much the tattoo would cost, Brian countered with "how much were you looking to spend?" I was shocked - because I wouldn't have thought that negotiation tactics would come into play here. So I countered with a "how much do these usually cost" question, not wanting to name a price (since I DO know how to negotiate, even if I got surprised here). He hemmed and hawed again, and quoted $300 - which was TWICE what I paid for my 1st tattoo, and my first tattoo was both bigger than this one and in full color. I mentioned that my budget was more like $200, and his final offer was $240, due to the fact that "there's a lot of black in this tattoo." We're never going back, never recommending, and by the way, the parking lot is bad enough that my wife may have damaged her car. read more

Gt J.

8 years ago

My story: I am 56 and I have never had a tattoo. I've wanted one for more than seven years. I went to a few places and chose Prison Break. Brian (BK) was great. I never felt like I was treated like I did not know what I was doing or what I wanted. They worked with me, and when I got there, they explained everything. Ivan did the work, and did a great job. They used a new technique for healing and the tattoo was healed in five days. Since then, I have had a few questions, and BK has promptly responded every single time. I see the tattoo every day and I am very happy with the outcome and the customer service. I will probably never get another tattoo, but if I do, I am coming here, and if anyone asks me, I will highly recommend Prison Break. When I gave Ivan my cruddy little idea on paper, he did a good sketch, and was able to size it and move it exactly where I wanted it to be. And like he said, "It will look better on skin than on paper." He was totally right. Thanks, BK and Ivan. Keep up the great work. read more

Tari Z.

9 years ago

So, I'm new to Houston (Cypress actually) And I've been wanting a ton of tattoos for some years now. I turned to the people of Houston and this name and number was recommended about 15 times at least. So I got on Yelp and their website to check it out. I was blown away by the talent. I emailed them and got an appointment that next day at opening. Fucking Awesome! The place is really fucking awesome! Love the theme and atmosphere. The guys were so nice and polite. Great manners! Totally made me feel welcome. I was impressed by the talent and creativity by B and Ivan. It was a nice and chill experience. Really laid back but totally perfessional. I can't say enough great things. I've gotten a shit ton of complements on my tat. Literally people will stop me or stop what they're doing to check it out. Will totally be back for all my other work I want done!!! I recommend Prison Break Tattoos to anyone looking for the best of the best in Houston. I recommend Ivan!!! read more

Ed R.

11 years ago

UNBELIEVABLE is most appropriate to describe my experience at Prison Break Tattoos. I visited several studios, prior to getting my first Tattoo, but NONE compared to Prison Break. First and foremost, I was impressed with the cleanliness of the studio. Also, BK was very helpful, helping me identify the perfect tattoo. I just wrapped up my second session on a larger tattoo and I could not be happier. Bottom line, BK and the Prison Break Tattoo artists are committed to making sure you walk away ecstatic with your ART and Prison Break experience. Lastly, I am very thankful for the brave men and women that lay their life on the line for me and my family's safety and freedom (Law Enforcement, U.S. Military, Firefigthers). Prison Break Tattoos donates a portion of every dollar earned to charitable organizations that support the families of heroes that have paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom and safety. read more

Anthony R.

11 years ago

Set up an appointment and began my tattoo a month ago. Due to time constraints in my schedule, I wasn't able to have it all finished in one session. Just finished up my final session and I couldn't be happier! Extremely professional shop, and hands down the best shop I've been to. BK (owner) was very easy to stay in contact with, and schedule appointments that fit my schedule. I drove from Odessa TX (8 hour drive) to get my work done here, and I would drive farther if I had to, just to get work done here. My artist (Trey), was awesome. Trey does absolutely amazing work, and makes the process extremely easy. Easy to sit here and get work done when your artist is easy to get along with. I would give them a higher star rating but the sight onl lets me give a 5 star. Absolutely recommend to anyone wanting to get a tattoo whether it be your 1st or 10th. read more

Micha R.

11 years ago

Now this place is seriously legit! Went here for date night with the wifey after El Tiempo on Washington Avenue. BK the owner met us at the door. (What a difference that was from any other shop we had ever been to in town.) and we have tatts. This guy is a riot and more than helpful. They were very busy but BK managed to tell us about the shop, show us all of the amazing art and made us feel comfortable. Such a crazy fun environment with a cool theme. We loved not having to look at papers on the wall...everything was custom. We like choosing who we get and BK definitely helps with that! The artists were very busy and smiled and very friendly. One guy in the front corner did not look happy but all the others were joking around and made it fun. We did our research and we were right. This is our new place. Can't wait for our INKED-UP appointments! read more

Jennifer P.

8 years ago

If I could give this place 1000 stars I would! My friend and I are visually impaired, and after being basically ignored at another tattoo shop, we called Prison Break and were able to walk in. It was legit like walking into a real jail by the way! Super sweet ambience! The owner and tattoo artist were accommodating beyond compare! I was getting a cover-up tattoo and wasn't 100% sure about how I wanted to go about it. The owner/artist BK/Allen were more than willing to assist me, were super descriptive and in the end we arrived in a true work of art! No one can tell my old train-wreck of a tat is even there anymore! While I was getting my ink done, we had awesome conversations and laughed the whole time so rapport was definitely great! I am absolutely floored at the hospitality! Go see these guys now! DO IT! read more

Stephanie S.

11 years ago

My mother -in-law and I went to get tattoos this past saturday on 03/26/15 and I have to say Chris did an AWESOME JOB. I am in love with my tattoos and so is my mother-in-law. Everyone in there is so down to earth but professional and they have really great skills!!! This was my first tattoo by the way and I know I will be back for more. If you are unsure or hesitant about the artistry or professionalism of a tattoo place in houston, you won't be at Prison Break. The owner answers the phone, gets back with you immediately and most importantly they know what they are doing. They answered all my questions and help make sure that my tattoo would be something I loved which i do. My mother-in-law loves her's as well. So from now on this will be the place I am going to, hands down!!! read more

Dirk J.

13 years ago

All we can say is HOLY SHIT! Prison Break Tattoos is the greatest shop ever to come into Houston. This place is like a MOVIE SET! They have bars, bunk beds, inmates and guards and an awesome atmosphere. The wife and i stopped by here yesterday and ended up with 2 amazing tattoos. CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN. This place has it all. The owner BK and the all of the artists are super nice and do amazing work. After going to Montrose for years, this is our new place! Go check them out..I promise you will not be disappointed. They were even on the news..look! http://www.khou.com/news/local/Local-tattoo-shop-provides-prison-atmosphere-with-a-worthy-cause-225607222.html read more

Alisa O.

12 years ago

I recently wrote a "one star" review on Prison Break Tattoo due to a tattoo artist giving me a tattoo with "blow out". I was contacted by the owner who let me know that particular artist is no longer working for them. He also offered to make things right and fix my tattoo. As a result I have removed my previous review and am replacing it with this one. The only problem I had was with that particular tattoo artist. I was very impressed with the shop. I have never been in a tattoo studio that was so incredibly clean. I will definitely give Prison Break Tattoo a second chance and visit them the next time I get the itch for more ink! :) read more

Hannah E.

11 years ago

I had originally gone to a parlor in Montrose for a second ear piercing. I received terrible customer service, and three months later developed a blister behind my ear. We went into Prison Break for help, and not only did they take care of the blister and clean it, they showed me step-by-step how to take the earrings on and off. After giving me some helpful tips for cleaning, I left happy and satisfied to finally get the answers I was looking for. The staff are all visual artists, and the founder went to HSPVA like me. Thank you so much Prison Break, and I highly recommend them to anyone that needs a piercing or tattoo done!! read more

KristiJason C.

10 years ago

Best tattoo experience ever!!! My husband and I went in after hearing such great things about Prison Break, hubby was getting more work done and I was getting my very 1st tattoo. They made me feel extremely comfortable and the whole experience was wonderful, they settled my nerves and made it easy for me. The work is some of the best either of us have seen. Oscar did both of our tattoos and before leaving we booked our next session, so pleased and can't wait to go back. Go visit BK Klev and the rest of the crew at Prison Break, wether it's your 1st tattoo or you're getting more work done you won't be disappointed!! read more

Sarah U.

13 years ago

I would have put 10 stars, but they only give us the option of 5. The atmosphere is great, and everyone that works there is so nice and easy going. From the moment you walk into the shop you know that you are not in Kansas anymore. The decor is impressive and there are plenty of photo ops with all of the props. They are patient and make sure that you are comfortable before getting started. My sister and I both got tattoos done on our forearms by Trey and he did an awesome job. I also brought my kid with me and they were very good with her as well. From now on I will be going there to get all of my future tattoos. read more

Erin A.

12 years ago

This place is amazing! The atmosphere is awesome and the owner, BK, made the visit very relaxing. This was my first tattoo and I was very nervous, but he and the artist, Brandon Lee made every attempt to put me at ease. The place is very clean and They were very professional. I wanted something specific and Brandon drew it right there, to perfection. When my tattoo needed a touch up, I went in, by appointment, and Brandon Lee fixed it without question, and it looked even more beautiful the second time! I am planning another tattoo and will definitely make Prison Break my one and only stop. read more

Gerdi S.

13 years ago

Awesome place! Cleanliness is top notch! Much more professional than other studios we visited. My artist, Chris did an amazing job. My tat is simple so it had to have perfect line work and it does. He freehandedly drew my design. It rocks! The owner extremely helpful and patient. My son wanted a tat and wasn't 100% sure on his design so owner didn't push for a sale. Just told him to come back when he has a good design. Great customer service. Everyone was friendly and accommodating. We will definitely go back and highly recommend Prison Break! Thanx again! Love my new ink!! read more

Anh M.

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8 years ago

I got a whole whole back piece tattoo. I was very nervous about finding the artists that can do it correctly but they got it done perfectly One of their artists, Ivan, did it better than I could imagine. I'm assuming any bad reviews on here are because someone wanted a "quick/ impulse" tattoo or did not put more thought into it. The owner is straight forward and I can appreciate that. Artists are also mindful about the tattoo and won't push anything on you. I've been to more than 4 parlors (all I've had great experience) and this is by far one of the best service I've received. read more

Rich H.

8 years ago

Oh where to start. Brian "BK" was awesome. I knew what I wanted but didn't know how it would all go together exactly. The anchor was a last minute thing that he had some good advice on sizing and type. Alan did my tattoo. I can't speak highly enough of this guy. Being that these were my first tattoos he made me feel so at ease and he has a smooth way he tattoos that I barely felt anything. I live in College Station and I'll gladly make the drive to come back for more work. Alan even offered to back my truck out of the tight parking space. Thanks guys!!! read more

Crystal Y.

8 years ago

All I can say is AMAZING ....we were there for almost 7hrs getting ink and from start to finish it was outstanding. I flew in from out of state and was not disappointed at all .The welcoming feeling was tremendously appreciated. The tattoo artist who did both tats was amazing too. He took his time and his work is fabulous. I highly recommend and will definitely go back for more ink. BK Klev your amazing and meeting you in person was even better like I said before "Much Respect " love the whole shop , again thank you! read more

Jeannette A.

7 years ago

Amazing experience from scheduling to our arrival and then the tattoo experience itself! My retired LEO husband'a first tattoo and B.K. arranged for Ivan to do it! Ivan's work exceeded our expectations! Phenomenal work and he entertained us for nearly 5 hours while he completed Mark's four law enforcement badges on his arm! LOVE Prison Break Tattoos, B.K., Ivan and I'm a little partial to darling Ink!! Thank you for welcoming us and making us feel at home!! read more

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4.7

(11 reviews)

I got my ink with Kevo months ago- I absolutely lucked out finding this brilliant artist. I had an…read moreidea for a piece to include the tree of knowledge and the yin/yang symbol- he free hand drew it on my shoulder and made it come to life! It was my celebration of turning 50 and I can't say enough great things about the work and the experience. I have a few other tattoos from over the years- they all have a story- this one is the best one yet. Oh yea- great price too! Lmao

I personally recommend walked in and already being a coo guy I got a small name tattoo he worked…read morequick and detailed no doubt I'll b goin back

3rd Generation Ink

4.8

(108 reviews)

I got my first tattoo here and it was a great experience! I was so nervous but my tattoo turned out…read morewonderful. My artist was so kind and made sure I was comfortable the whole time.

Shaw's Tattoo Studio

3.7

(63 reviews)

Positive: studio was clean, courteous staff and like my tattoo…read more Unsure: once I was done they advised I needed to get cash from store next door instead of taking Visa which I had confirmed. I did it but seemed sketchy. Negative: a staff member followed me out to my car and proceeded to ask for my number. Although it was flattering it was not professional and scared me that he followed me down the street. Summary: I had planned to return but not sure I will now.

Are you Shaw you want to get a tattoo? Then come to Shaw's!…read more Definitely one of the friendlier tattoo studios that I've used. One of my beautiful girlfriends who is in the adult industry (yep) is covered from her neck to her toes and tattoos and they're some of the sexiest I've seen. She likes to go to different places so she gets lots of different looks and styles. She's had two done here (one of which I paid for), so as I did at 2 or 3 other places, I took her here and held her hand throughout. Fun times. Honestly as friendly as they are, it's one of the least professional tattoos that I paid for. It came out looking a little bit immature. But since they're so friendly and local then I give them a three despite having higher than average prices.

Destroy Ink Tattoo

(2 reviews)

Popped in on a whim with my wife and daughter and we couldn't have had a better experience. Very…read moreclean and professional, the tat work was excellent and the guys really worked to help the girls flesh out their designs. They have already decided they are coming back to Destroy Ink for their next tattoo!

Superb workmanship Excellent advice on rendering my image…read moreinto a tattoo Tattoo looks as good today as it did last year, 9 months ago, when it was done. I highly recommend this artist

Ink Creations

3.4

(17 reviews)

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If I could give this place 0 stars, I would. My tattoo artist was literally RUDE and have no…read morebusiness being in the tattoo industry. Not only do my tattoo look rushed and like total crap, but he was also soooooooooo rude the entire time. He's the guy in the far left named Ernie. He made me so uncomfortable. I asked for something very simple on my finger and he couldn't even do that. The line work is awful, and quality. I had to go to another tattoo shop to get it fixed. I will never step foot back in this place ever again. If you need GREAT QUALITY work, good vibes and great customer service, you better off going to Red Shores Tattoos in Houston. They are real artist, great customer service and way better vibes.

Me and my boyfriend came a couple months ago to get pierced , I was getting an industrial and my…read moreboyfriend got his 2nd lobed pierced. We both have had problems with our piercings healing but I soon took my industrial out because the bar was too big for my ear ( I have small ears) and I was getting a bump like keloid on the top of my ear . Instead of telling me my ear didn't fit the anatomy for an industrial, they just took my money . Honestly I wouldn't go back here again it seems like they don't really know what they're doing , they just want money at what ever cost even if the piercing doesn't look right in someone's ear . I wasn't really talked through the process or was given any aftercare tips . Only my boyfriend was told after care tips. And also my ear was cut in the process which I think should've never happened.

Painstaking Art Tattoo Shop & Piercing

(3 reviews)

Alex the Piercing Artist is very helpful, knowledgeable, and I trust them! I felt like the staffed…read morecared about me. Will go for my next piercing.

Awesome tattoo shop amazing artist specially recommended Big Gabe for all your traditional tattoos.read more

Rodeo Tiger Tattoo

4.7

(3 reviews)

As a tattoo aficionado, imagine my enthusiasm when a traditional tattoo parlor opened right next…read moredoor to my old apartment in downtown Houston! I've been there twice and have gotten amazing tattoos both times! I made an appointment the first time for a flash sale they were doing and then walked right in the second time. Each session I was in and out in about an hour. Can't beat that! It's a small shop but they totally make it work! Always clean and welcoming.

If you are looking for a real traditional street shop tattoo experience this is it! Walk in and…read morepick something off the wall from a huge selection of custom flash all designed by the artists that work there! How badass is that? Everyone who works here is incredibly talented with a passion for not only traditional and custom work, but also for the history of tattooing. Three of the artists here are bilingual and speak Spanish fluently, which is incredibly valuable from a customer service point of view. I personally see Jared Green (the owner) for all my custom tattoos. I find Jared easy to work with and he executes my ideas perfectly. I get a huge amount of compliments on his work every where I go and some people even approach me asking if it is Jared's work, because they recognize his style! Jared is incredibly talented with over 20 years experience tattooing and it shows! He's fast, clean and not super heavy handed. I also love the location! So easy to find in a walkable, super rad area of inner loop Houston. Surrounded by some of my favorite retail shops, bars and restaurants in the Mid Main area in Midtown by W Alabama.

Redemption Ink

(4 reviews)

Shout of to my guys at my favorite tattoo shop! The staff there are seriously the sweetest, and…read moretheir prices are great too. They really know their stuff when it comes to tattoos and piercings, especially aftercare, which is super helpful!!!! (Your girl used to dry heal her tattoos because everyone who gave me advice on them were previously incarcerated ) Every time I've gone in with my friends, they've been so welcoming and friendly. There aren't many shops that actually feel welcoming. We've followed a few of our artists here, but the whole team is great. It feels like one big family here. There is so much I could say about this shop!!! The shop is always clean, which is a big plus for me. They really go above and beyond to make sure you're comfortable, offering plenty of breaks if you need them. It's clear they care more about their clients' safety than just making money. Oh, and a pro tip: make sure to eat a snack or a small meal before getting any tattoo or piercing so you don't end up feeling dizzy (no more raw dogging tattoo sessions anymore we are grown now). So thank you to the crew at Redemption ink for all of the good work we've received here :)!!!

This shop is everything you want in a tattoo experience--clean, professional, welcoming, and filled…read morewith artists who truly care about their craft. My artist took their time from start to finish, making sure every detail was just right. You can tell they put real passion and pride into their work--it's not just about getting the tattoo done, it's about making sure it's something you'll love forever. They checked in often during the session to make sure I was feeling good and comfortable, which made a huge difference in the overall experience. The vibe in the shop is super chill but still professional. You immediately feel at ease walking in. And the owner? Incredibly nice and down-to-earth. You can tell they've built a place that's focused on quality, respect, and making every client feel welcome. If you're thinking about getting a tattoo and want to go somewhere that truly values both the art and the person wearing it, Redemption Inc. is the place. I wouldn't go anywhere else.

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