Service: Tattoos My boyfriend and I came in for a price idea…read moreon a tattoo, the owner gave us a price between $400-$600. Great so we set up an appointment and let a deposit.. My boyfriend gets there and was told it will basically cost $900-$1000. He said he didn't look at it good enough the day he gave us the price. I see how he does business. We rather spend whatever it takes elsewhere than to support this business.

Brian is incredible! His work speaks for itself! He is so kind and his vibe radiates through the…read morewhole shop! 10/10 recommend

CHITO did amazing w/my tattoos I had in mind. Clean lines. Looks better than the photo I provided…read morehim! My tattoos were on my R inner bicep area. Thank you Chito

Walk in - Internet Lead Got a Surface Tagus piercing from…read more"Dmitrii Brut." He was really nice & welcoming. Cracked a few jokes. Gentle with the needle. I would definitely recommend coming here. No other tattoo shops would do the piercing I wanted. He seems to be very knowledgeable.

I had an absolutely incredible experience at this tattoo shop from start to finish. David truly…read moretook the time to understand exactly what I wanted and somehow brought my vision to life even better than I imagined. David's attention to detail and ability to translate my ideas into a clean, beautifully executed tattoo was seriously impressive. What stood out just as much was the communication throughout the entire process. Everything was explained clearly which made me feel completely comfortable and confident moving forward. There were no surprises, just professionalism and transparency. On top of that, the atmosphere in the shop was amazing. You could tell all the artists genuinely enjoy working together, the camaraderie and positive energy made the whole experience even better. Plenty of times during my appointment, multiple other artists came by to check in on the work being done and uplifted each other which was very refreshing. I couldn't be happier with my tattoo or the experience as a whole. I'll definitely be coming back and recommending this place and David specifically for anyone looking for high quality and well done tattoos.

got my double helix pierced by luis flores and he pierced both in seconds, used two curved barbells…read morein the holes and told me any jewelry works which wasn't true and i got a crazy infection and had to go to the doctor to get drained have stitches in my ear now lmao

Do you prefer impatient artists? Do you like having the knowledge that the person who began your…read moretattoo may not finish the piece? Are you looking to have the artist provide no professional insight whatsoever? If so, many tattoo locations in the Chicago area that will provide you with that experience. I encourage you to seek one of them out immediately. Are they gone? Good. Now that the D-Bags have left, I can tell you about Stephen Knight, and Knight Studios looks to serve people who are serious about body art. I do not mean snobs or elitists. I do mean people who fully understand the life-long commitment they make when one decides to get a tattoo. As a result, Stephen and Alex take the proper time, professional approach, and trained input to ensure their clients have the best experience possible. Earlier this year I moved to Washington State. As a result, I waited months until I was in Chicago again to have Stephen tattoo me. To me, it was more important to receive a tattoo by someone whom I trust me than receive the immediate gratification of having the piece completed. I do have a quick example of my experience at Knight Studios. I brought Stephen several ideas I had for tattoos and where I wanted them placed. Stephen took the time to create stencils, discuss the realities of each suggestion, and work with me to find the best possible design, size, and location of each piece. If you want someone a "Yes-Man" who will give you a tattoo you will regret within seconds of completion, go elsewhere. If you are looking for tasteful, skilled, and creative artists, visit Knight Studios.

Preliminary review - I have as yet, not actually had the tattoo done, but I felt that Stephen…read moredeserved a review. I've been to a couple of places with my idea, that has been a pet project/labor of love for almost 10 years, and Stephen was the first to actually see it the way I saw it, and run with it in a way that I really loved. If you're looking for a hipster type tattoo, or looking for some old school flash piece - he could probably do it with this eyes closed (but hipster tat factories are a dime a dozen around Chicago). But if you want art, real fucking art, take it to him. So far he has taken the time to sit with me, go over the artwork, and really understand where I am coming from with it - and it gives me great confidence in his abilities. I will check back in after my first sitting. I just had my second sitting with Stephen on my arm piece and am blown away with how amazing this thing looks already. He took one of my favorite pieces of comic art and added a touch of realism to it and it is amazing. Alex worked on an existing piece for a family member, and made what was essentially a garbage tattoo look like a well crafted complete piece. I can honestly say that you would not be disappointed after coming here. Both of these folks are the real deal!

I went to Bob for a remembrance piece. He knew that it meant a lot and was very patient with my…read moreidea as well as making sure the tattoo was exactly what I wanted. And I quote he said "I understand that means a lot, it has to be perfect!" Bob worked with me for a whole month and was patient and understanding! The actual tattoo process was great experience as well. He has a great taste in music, easy to talk to, put on a movie to pass the time while he worked. His artwork is awesome. I am incredibly satisfied I even put down a deposit for my next tattoo as soon as he finished the remembrance piece. I highly recommend!

My hubby and I decided it would be cool to get tattoos after we retired, which is hilarious . I…read moredid a little research and came across Burning Sparrow Tattoo in Oak Park. We met Bob and he is so cool and friendly! I ended up getting 4 tattoos which I absolutely love and my hubby has a great piece of art on his arm. We had a blast ... Thanks Bob!!!

Did not get a tattoo, but was badly in need of a bathroom. These kind souls let me use theirs. Left…read more$5 for the intern. If they are decent enough to do that in this city, they must be good artists.

Had an appt 02/16 @4PM (received confirmation via email)…read moreShowed up on time. Told to wait in another part of the shop. Waited. Waited. Waited. Asked to use the washroom. Came out. Was finally approached by someone asking if I had an appt. Said person I made appt with didn't get it. I should have done it via IG I was referred to someone who had a piercing appt so I would have had to wait. One star bc Yelp makes me rate a minimum of 1. No thanks

Mike does a fantastic job! Highly recommend! He walks you through the process and helps crafts your…read morevery own personal piece!

J expanded on the tattoos that I already have on my head and he did a great job. At the very first…read moresession, he paused before starting and said, "are you sure this is how you want it?", and thank God he did! Because I thought about it for a second and changed my mind! I'm not sure why he asked, but I switched the design to one much better and I'm so thankful that he asked before he started. The second time, he used a ruler to make sure the left and right sides were even and symmetrical, and I must say - it came out PERFECT! Both sides are exactly the same and even. I mean he looks, sounds, and acts like a wimpy nerdy dork, but he did really good work.

Joe is one of the most creative individuals I've ever met. I'm honored to have three tattoos by…read morethis gentleman over the course of 15 years. His talent is endless no matter which medium he uses. His attention to detail comes naturally all while making sure you're comfortable with the piece. Joe showcases professionalism every step of the way. Starting with proper communication, leading the way in the design process and checking in on your state of mind throughout. The studio is an intimate gallery of original artworks from various artists. The space is breathtaking and inviting - alluding calmness upon entering. It was also very clean. I highly recommend!

If you are looking for the cleanest line work in Chicago, Joseph is your artist. This is the ONLY…read moreshop for ornamental, tribal and sacred geometry. I am a firm believer that tattoos should hold and look good forever and he knows how to deliver. His 25+ years experience shows his work to be tried and true! I was referred by a good friend to go to his awesome studio and I was not disappointed. The studio had a peaceful vibe, relaxing music and the shop was filled with beautiful original art pieces by Joseph. I found the booking process to be simple and straightforward--pay $100 non-refundable deposit to secure the booking and he texted to confirm the day before. An artist of his caliber should expect a $100 deposit, as this is industry standard. I believe it is fair that the deposit is nonrefundable as the artist loses $$$ if the client cancels. Joseph is extremely professional. His years of experience shows because my tattoo was fast and pretty painless. Trust your ARTIST! I came in with the idea of a small tattoo on my forearm but he suggested a back piece. AND I LOVE IT!! He created an original design on the spot. Joseph doesn't talk much because his work requires a lot of focus. Who wants to sit in a chair for 4 hours, when it could take only 2. I plan to go back for more tattoos, especially for this level of precision.