Stopped in on NYE so that my fiancé could get my name tatted on his future ring finger. We got to the place around 5ish when they closed at 8pm. When we arrived, there were 2 tattoo artists and they both were working on clients. Dave was working on a large back tattoo, so Rosana helped us. She said for a name on the finger it was $60. Which was high, but I just wanted to get the tattoo done on my fiancé. Well we had to run to the chase ATM because their credit card machine was down. But overall I think that Rosana was in a hurry. She wrote out my name in her handwriting.... It looked terrible. She didn't even try to match the font I wanted. It was as if she wanted us to be done and out as more people had come in. I asked if she had a computer & more fonts, she gave us a font book but the fonts were ugly and generic. We ended up having me write my name for his tattoo, which turned out better. The actual tattooing only took a minute. Overall not really pleased with the service, felt rushed and hurried, and as if she was trying to do a sloppy job just to get it done. Well its been 3 months and I called the shop to see when my fiance's tattoo could get touched up since it was completely faded. The shop owner let me know that Rosana no longer worked there and that he would still do a free touch up for my fiance. Only for that reason am I giving them 3 stars. read more

TERRIBLE, HORRIBLE EXPERIENCE! The Rising Phoenix Tattoo shop is a completely hostile and unprofessional environment. I walked in on a Friday evening and there were 4 workers sitting on their chairs watching the Office on Netflix. There were no customers, and I was a potential for both tattoos and piercings (sounds like money to me). I was there with my mother and we asked the piercing specialist some questions about the front triple helix. He was repeatedly rude and blunt with his responses, as if I was intruding on his personal time. My questions were not out of the ordinary. I asked about price and procedure. His attitude discouraged me from getting the piercing, so I proceeded to ask about getting a small tattoo for me and my mother. He informed me, rudely and abruptly, that he can't answer any of my questions and I have to ask one of the other workers sitting there. I then asked which one and he said, "There's two of them, you can pick". It is bad practice to undermine your customers. I understand his restriction with answering questions outside of his field, but a good salesman would have introduced me to an artist or called one of them over. Furthermore, he could have been nice about it. The three men that were sitting there, doing nothing, should have taken the initiative at a potential client and answered my question as well. However, they all remained silent and I walked out with nothing but a bad taste in my mouth. The service was terrible and I would not trust any of them in there with a piercing or tattoo. read more

Last night, I went to get my very first tattoos at Rising Phoenix. I was SO scared, but it's something I had wanted to do for a few years now. When I walked in, someone (who I believe was the shop assistant) greeted me, asked me what I wanted, had me look through a font book, etc. He was really nice and wanted to know all of the details of my tattoos so he could do the sketch. There was a group of women that wanted small tattoos in front of me, and a guy that wanted a small tattoo also, so he told me to either stay and hang out or leave a $40 deposit and come back in an hour. I left and came back. The font that I had found online wasn't in their font book, so he drew one up as close as he could get. He did a great job. When I came back, I filled out a piece of paper, and he put the stencils on me. I was getting two tattoos of my daughters' names. "Nevaeh" on one wrist, and "Alexis" on the other. I had been wearing a hair band on my wrist all day, and didn't even think about the fact that it would leave an indent. He helped massage the indent out of my wrist for a minute and then had me do it, until it went down. He kept reassuring me that it wouldn't hurt as bad as I thought, and I'll laugh later because I worked myself up over nothing. He also mentioned that I gave birth to two kids and if I could do that, I could do this. I laughed at that one. :) He was super reassuring and he really calmed my nerves. After that, I sat in the actual tattoo chair. Chris a.k.a. "Big Daddy" was doing my tattoo. He showed me photos of his (adorable) daughter and also said that I would be fine. I was really shaky but he held my arm down hard so he could do the tattoo and it turned out great. It was kind of painful in certain areas but he gave me a lot of breaks which was really nice. He was cracking jokes and making me laugh while he was doing it. My tattoos turned out REALLY nice, they were exactly what I wanted. I was very impressed with his work. I know they were simple tattoos, but they mean a lot to me and I am so happy that I decided to go to Rising Phoenix. Don't judge the shop by looking at the outside. Once you come inside it's really nice. There are a bunch of flat screen TV's on the wall and they play movies in surround sound. While I was in there, "Heist" was playing. The shop is very clean, I watched them sanitize EVERYTHING repeatedly. I was really relieved to see that. Everyone that got a tattoo while I was in there absolutely loved what they got. Out of about 6 people I didn't see anyone that was disappointed in their finished product. I've seen some of their other work and they do amazing portraits and color tattoos as well. The price was moderate, I paid $120 for 2 wrist tattoos. After calling around, I found out that was about the same amount that any other reputable tattoo shop would charge. It was more than worth it though. I'll definitely be recommending this shop to friends and going back to get more work done. Tattoos are my new addiction...and this could be a very dangerous thing. LOL! ***If you're looking to get your first tattoo-- DON'T get it in a friend's basement by Tyler the "tattoo" artist that has no experience and is a friend of a friend of a friend. Go to a professional place like Rising Phoenix. You get what you pay for-- if a shop is only charging you $20 for a tattoo like mine, run while you can. If it's that cheap, something is most likely not right, and the quality of the work will reflect the price. Overall I had an amazing experience at Rising Phoenix, and would recommend that everyone in the market for a tattoo checks them out, whether it's their first tattoo or their 60th. My blog: http://www.hustlababy09.blogspot.com read more

Rising Phoenix Tattoo - My new tattoos, done by Chris AKA "Big Daddy". Very impressed!! :) - Tattoo Near Me - Addison, Illinois

Not sure why my previous review got deleted. But hey, I'll write it again. Both my friend and I got our tragus piercings done here about 3 months ago. It took forever to come to the front counter to help us. Took forever to get the forms as well. The piercer, I've forgotten his name, was very rude to us. After cleaning my friend's ear and marking her piercing, he went and worked the counter for a half hour. Terrible customer service. Finally it got to be my turn. He didn't even ask if the placement was ok with me-a piercing must. Additionally, he only wore one pair of gloves per customer. Not ok. Anyways, both piercings have gotten hypertrophic scarring. Another friend had the same outcome with the exact same piercing from this place. Do NOT go here for piercings, drive down to Insight and save yourself a bad experience. read more

Once upon a time, Rising Phoenix was a place I'd have gone for my ink and piercing needs. In fact, I had. But just this past Friday I went to have a half-sleeve done and I was treated like absolute crap. My friend and I walked in and were greeted by a greasy hippie who asked me what we were doing there. He looked at me like I was nuts when I pulled out my sketches, then when he barked his orders at me to come meet the guy in the back room (where I had been pierced before, so I knew the room), he referred to them as my "little pictures." Not a great start. The artist I spoke with was working on a girl and asked me if it absolutely had to be done that night, as if I was putting him out in some way by paying him to do his job. Then he tried to shock me out of it by quoting me a price that was literally $200 more than I had been quoted elsewhere. Without blinking I said that was fine, and he grunted at me and told me that he had at least another hour and a half before the girl in the chair (getting a lovely little flower on her ankle) was finished. I scoffed, my first time showing how put off I was by the whole experience, and I told him I was going outside to make a phone call and never came back in. It's not my first time in a parlor, I have 9 tattoos to date. Rest assured, number 10, or any other number from here on out, will not be done at Rising Phoenix. read more

they do an amazing job on my boyfriends tattoos and are very nice to him, his star and banner are perfectly done, but if you are a woman be prepared to be treated like you don't belong there mine was terribly done lines look scribbled and the feather part of my arrow looks like clouds. NOT a female friendly environment......... and they have been open for 10 years not 30. read more

Rising Phoenix Tattoo - Not even straight lines and those feathers look like clouds. - Tattoo Near Me - Addison, Illinois

Just got my first tattoo from here a couple days ago and I love it. I got it done by Mr. Lee and he did good and I felt comfortable. I would go back for sure. Thanks Mr. Lee!!! read more

I got my septum pierced and thought it would be fine because my friends always have good experiences here, and the staff was very nice, but he pierced it way too low in the wrong spot and when I was at another piercing place for a friend, their piercer was shocked at how badly placed it was and removed it for me. The piercer at the new place fixed it and it looks how I always wanted it now. Maybe you could get other piercings here but I wouldn't get your septum here. read more

This place is awful. I came in with a gf of mine wanting my first tat and this was going to be my bday present from her. I was super excited, but as soon as I walked in I was greeted by a gal who I think was 'on something' and gave me the dirtiest look like what I am doing here. Seriously by far the worst welcome I'd ever recieved from a place that gets many walks of life. Sorry I don't fit your mold of a client but I got money and willing to spend if the job is done right. Anyways moving on she proceeded to ask what I'm doing here and what is it that I wanted. I explained this wuold only be my one tattoo so the size and where it is placed is important as I wasn't looking for a trashy tattoo. I gave her my sketch and she proceeded to make it her own. I kept saying that this has to be smaller then what I brought in as I made it big so she can see what I am looking for. Doesn't mean that is the size I want on my body. Well her sketch was nice but WAYY too big. I asked if they could make it just 2 times smaller and she refused. In the area that I wanted, it would look super trashy and not what I would imagine. Thank god I looked at my friend and said we would have to pass. The price was fine just wouldn't willing to work with me. Trust me Rihanna & Angeline Jolie both had something similar done in a very tasteful small pring tattoo. I don't agree with them not wanting to make it smaller. I do not regret my decision. I found a much better facility that treated me and welcomed me in just fine. read more

I took my sister here for a simple script tattoo on her rib cage. It was her first tattoo and she was a little nervous but the guy was really rude and rushed her throughout the entire process and didn't even make eye contact with her the entire time. His attitude was awful and his instructions on tattoo care were brief and unhelpful. I've gotten 3 tattoos all at different places and I would never recommend someone to come here. The guys at this shop act like they couldn't care less about your tattoo as long as you're throwing money their way. read more

ANOTHER AMAZING EXPERIENCE!!! I went yesterday to get the semi-colon tattoo. I felt like I shouldn't get it because literally EVERYONE has it. I was the second one to get it that day. I got it behind my left ear with Chaq L. Again. Amazing customer service I was in and out in 30 minutes. Chaq deserved the tip I gave him. He was funny, kind, and knew the meaning which made him take his time and get it done right. Again I have had nothing but amazing experiences with these people. Thank you guys again for all your hard work, I'll definitely be back when I wanna get ink'd again. By the way, just so you guys know if you don't pay cash its an extra $3 charge for using a debit or credit card. Its not a huge deal to me though. read more

Got my first tattoo here 8 years ago and started going somewhere else because my artist made me feel uncomfortable. I decided to try them again and I couldn't be happier. Ruben did a fantastic job! He made me feel comfortable and he's really into details. I've gained more faith in rising phoenix and I will be back for sure. Very clean, professional, fun to talk to and watching a movie during a tattoo is a huge plus!! read more

Rising Phoenix Tattoo - After second session, the detail is fantastic - Tattoo Near Me - Addison, Illinois

Really really wonderful shop. Clean, proffesional, welcoming. All of the artists are super talented. I was tattooed by Arthur who knocked it out of the park. The art and work ethic is unbeatable. It would be 5 stars but their website advertises 22% discount to first responders and military personnel. I went there specifically for that reason and it wasn't honored. read more

Sean, in particular, is an amazing artist! He even stayed an extra hour after they closed to finish my memorial tattoo. It was very important for me to have my piece done on that particular day, I was a walk in customer, and he made it happen. The detail, coloring, shading, etc is absolutely great, I couldn't be happier! Thank you Sean K!!!! read more

Rising Phoenix Tattoo - Done by Sean - you are amazing!! Couldn't thank you more :-) - Tattoo Near Me - Addison, Illinois

This shop is where my sister went to get her tattoo which I got for her passing last year. I was not treated different because I was a girl. The healing process was less than great but that can be blamed on me as well. I'm happy I went to them About a month and a half later I also got my semi colon tat behind my ear. That was completely painless and took only 5 minutes. Downside is they have a 60 dollar minimum. At least that is what they wanted for mine. All in all the place is clean and they play movies all day which is nice to watch while your getting tattooed no one can come up next to you on the chair which is nice for a distraction free environment for the artist sad if you want someone with you. read more

Brent, the piercer, is amazing! He's very knowledgeable and cares about quality of the piercing and not just rushing the process. I have been many places and none compare. I have already been to Rising Phoenix 3 times since I discovered the location. I would definitely recommend Brent at Rising Phoenix! read more

I got my third tattoo done here by Justin and i was pretty scared because it was my first time getting one in the states but all my friends told me to go here and i am so glad i did! The vibe at this shop is so great, we practically had a little party going with all these strangers and it made the experience so much more comfortable for me. Justin did such a beautiful job on my tattoo and i feel no need at all to search for a different artist, he is such a radical guy. The customer service i got that day was probably the best i have ever experienced as well, i cannot wait for my next tattoo really, read more

Rising Phoenix Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Addison, Illinois

Just got my front helix done. I wanted to get the triple done but my ear is a little bit small for that so I just got the two done and it looks beautiful. It was my first time there. I actually called a little bit ahead of time just to make sure they take master card and they do. When I got there they said hello and asked what I wanted done. I told them that I had called and the guy remembered me. So he got Brent B. for me. He was very informative and helpful. While I was getting pierced he was very nice and concretely reassured me that if at anytime I change my mind I could just let him know but he did a wonderful job. He also informed me how to clean it and if anything I can always come in and let him have a look at it if need be or to just call. Love this place and would defiantly recommend people to go here. It is a little pricy but it's totally worth it. If you do use a credit card it'll be an extra charge of $3. They have a $40 service charge and if you are getting more then one piercing done its $20 for additional's. Also depending on what jewelry you want it would be an extra $20, $25 or even $40 and that's per a piece and I got two and I picked the $40 pieces. Over all I spent $150 because I also got the sterile spray. Other than the pricing (which is understandable) super love this place. read more

I was recommended to Rising Phoenix by my friend who had gotten a tattoo done there a few weeks prior. I called to see when David, whom my friend recommended, was available, and had a very helpful conversation on the phone where I was told when he would be working next and that I could put a deposit down to make a set appointment or go in when he was there because enough artists would be working so I could meet with David with no wait. Everyone in the shop was very friendly and welcoming, and David helped us as soon as we walked in. He listened to exactly what I wanted, looked at a picture I brought in, and took his time drawing something up for me. When I asked him to make a couple of changes to the drawing, he was great at listening to what I thought and drew exactly what I wanted. The tattoo was hardly painful at all and David was great at making sure I was doing okay during the process, calming my nerves, and explaining everything that he was doing. The price of the tattoo was very reasonable as well, and David told me what the price would be before he started the tattoo. I could not be more happy with my tattoo and I will recommend Rising Phoenix and David to anyone who is interested in getting a tattoo. read more

Went in with my sister who just turned 18. She was super excited about her first tattoo but the assholes working there took her excitement away. Only two people working and didn't even acknowledge us when we walked in. I had to get the guys attention then he said they can't talk because they are busy working which is understandable but they didn't even say come back later or set up a tattoo appointment. All she wanted was a little rose and no one could help. NEVER GOING BACK!!! Plus the inside is shitty. DO NOT GO HERE UNLES YOU WANT TO BE TURNED AWAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! read more

Great place!!! It's Friendly, clean, custom drawn art everywhere, and professional. They have a good amount of really cool jewelry.

I went here for my 18th birthday to get my first tattoo, I was obviously so nervous I was basically shaking. The guy who was at the front was so friendly and more than accommodating. I showed him what I wanted and he immediately told me to email it to him so he could start drawing it up. After waiting for about 20 minutes they printed out the sketch and it was gorgeous. I waited a couple more minutes and then my tattoo artist, Dave, came out and started cleaning his station. At first I didn't think he was very friendly but as soon as he called me over he was friendly. Overall this place was wonderful with a great staff as far as I can tell. I would highly recommend this place to a friend or anyone who asked me. read more

Rising Phoenix Tattoo - Done by Dave ! - Tattoo Near Me - Addison, Illinois

My experience here was phenomenal. When I went in to schedule an appointment for a tattoo (my first tattoo), they were flexible and personable. I also noticed it is super clean and people were even cleaning while I was there. They recommended David. David took my "inspiration" picture and drew up even better artwork than the original. This was a semi-large tattoo, so he walked me through everything and was the best possible person I could have asked for to do my first tattoo. I wasn't in a ton of pain and the price was very reasonable (the price was given to me before the work started). My tattoo looks incredible, I couldn't love it more. Definitely recommend this shop and David to anyone looking for a tattoo. read more

My daughter wanted a piercing for her 16th birthday. Brent was so nice he made a special appointment on his day off to come in for her just so she could have it on her birthday! Brent was great in going through the process. Rising Phoenix makes sure that everything is clean & sterile. I wouldn't go anywhere else for a piercing. Thanks Brent for making her Sweet 16 memorable!!! read more

Walked in tonight and Brent G got me in and did three tattoos for me they all turned out amazing and were exactly what I wanted. He took his time and was very detailed. They got very busy and he did not rush through me just so he could get more work. ( this has happened in the past at a different shop) Very clean place! Everyone there was very nice and accommodating. Will definitely be going back for more work and would recommend to many people read more

I've gotten my last two tattoos here and have been extremely satisfied with my experience both times. I worked with Tony for my most recent tattoo. I came in with a poorly sketched idea that he turned into an amazing piece of art that I will love forever. I highly recommend Rising Phoenix for your next tattoo! read more

Great customer service. I walked right in. Did not need an appointment. I told them what i wanted, a few drawings I was set to go. Clean work stations and very friendly staff. Another artist came over and took pictures for me. He did everything to make sure I was happy with the finished product and took extra care to not dig in the skin. I would definitely recommend and return. read more

What is the one thing you want in a tattoo shop ? No no no - not cleanliness (that's ridiculous!) - Attitude. And Jaime's got that in spades. Attitude, a meticulous attention to detail, and incredible sanitation (I was joking about that - someone's sticking you with a needle and all you care about is the fact that it's never been used before) - and great art - make this shop one to visit. Two tats later and I wouldn't use anyone else. If you're looking for art make sure to make this the place you go first - and last . read more

I never review anything, but I can't let this one go: please, please research before you get tattoos! I walked in to Rising Phoenix on my birthday for what I assumed was a simple tattoo that would be impossible even for an apprentice to mess up - I learned my lesson!!! I received the worst quality tattoo I've ever seen, and not only was I lied to regarding the shop minimum and duped into paying a ridiculous amount of money for a 1-inch tattoo, I now need to pay to have it removed and redone by an actual professional. It's one thing to swindle some extra cash when the shop is empty on a Saturday night, but at least provide a decent tattoo for it! AJ had a complete inattention to detail and total disregard for quality. Would never, ever recommend!!! read more

Yelp removed my negative review about Jade Dragon because my account wasn't "active enough" for their standards, which I think is a crappy policy in and of itself (seeing as how I took the time to write a detailed, honest review of my latest experience there). But that's another topic... See my Jade review for details on where not to go and/or who not to see if you do go there. I came across Rising Phoenix while trying to find a guy named Eddie Powell who did some of my earliest tattoo work for me. It turns out Eddie moved to Florida, but I took a ride over to RP anyway to check the shop out. Per my Jade Dragon review, I had a tattoo in need of serious cleanup, and I wasn't going back to Jade's "artist" to have it re-botched. The commute and location was nice -- a straight highway shot into a small but sufficient parking lot. No Chicago street or side-street parking, which is nice. Met with Dave Lee and went over my situation. Bad tattoo, bad touchup, need it fixed correctly. Dave had me come back in six weeks to allow ample healing. Long story short, Dave did an excellent job. Clean lines, cleaned up the existing blowout as nicely as was possible given the design. Personable, respectful, didn't wreak of smoke. The Rising Phoenix shop itself is nice by tattoo parlor standards. Not a bunch of guys standing around ignoring customers but rather working. Seeing as how two of my prior tattoo artists moved far enough away to make re-visiting them impossible, I'll be going back to Dave Lee for more work. Don't move to Florida, Dave! read more

DO NOT GO HERE IF YOU ARE A GIRL. I went in here because A lot of people in my high school had gotten tattoos here and raved about the shop and the artists. I went in there and the moment I walked in I was treated with HUGE amounts of disrespect. the artists were pretty much laughing at me. SO UNBELIEVABLY UNPROFESSIONAL. The main guy who greeted people was so rude to me I can't even explain it. Then I got my tattoo done and the fricken artists didn't even know how to stay in the lines! I GOT A SIMPLE HORSESHOE tattoo on my foot! How hard is it to mess that one up? It ended up fading so bad that I went to a different shop to get it redone and now it looks fantastic. I am just so appalled as to how I was treated. I do not care who it is getting a tattoo. YOU NEVER disrespect a paying customer. NO MATTER WHO. read more

Thank you Brent, piercer at Rising Phoenix, for getting me out of a jam after I took my nose piercing out too early. Your professionalism, thoroughness, and cleanliness impressed me greatly. I wish I had come to you in the first place. Brent of Rising Phoenix is highly recommended. read more

As many other commenters have said, Brent B is great. I first interacted with this shop a few years ago when I went for a piercing consultation I ultimately didn't pursue (for reasons completely unrelated to Rising Phoenix). At the time I was impressed with their knowledge and honesty, so when I recently decided to start another project they were the first shop I considered. Time has clearly worked in their favor as they have only improved since then. I've gotten several piercings from different shops over the years and Brent definitely goes above and beyond to make his customers happy, relaxed, and (above all else), safe. All other staff members were equally professional and pleasant. Rising Phoenix is on top of their game. read more

I got my last tattoo at Top Notch in Elgin and was planning on returning but was treated very rudely on the phone. Deciding to look elsewhere, I found Rising Phoenix and I'm very happy that I did. Great shop, awesome people. They fit us into their schedule and Dave did an amazing job on both my tattoo and my sister-in-law's. This is my shop of choice now. read more

Just got a tattoo done here about a week ago. The whole experience was amazing and everyone was friendly. Arthur was the one who did my tattoo. Well worth the money and I love it. Very clean shop. Would reccomend. read more

Basing this just on Brent and his piercing. I messed up trying to change my tragus hoops myself so I had to go to Brent to get new ones put in. He was very quick, very professional and didn't give me a hard time for trying to do it myself in the first place. I walked in, he had a girl in front of me but knew that he could have me in and out in 2 minutes so he did just that. Thanks Brent! read more

I recommend not coming here for a tattoo. I called ahead and asked if I could make an appointment or if i could come in as a walk in. I came in and wanted a tattoo from a certain artist, this was also the same artist that I to talked over the phone. He immediately tried to pass me to another artist that was quite the expert in American Traditional. That was not the type of tattoo i wanted. The artist proceeded to the back with a really bad attitude and was not helpful whatsoever. Do not go there they have terrible customer service and they overcharge. read more

Honestly my worst tattoo experience. First of all- an 80 dollar minimum is RIDICULOUSLY overpriced. I paid 80 dollars for a tattoo of a tiny constellation on my chest. It was literally three thin lines and a few asterisks. The tattoo was drown sloppily and done sloppily. The line work is NOT STRAIGHT at ALL and it almost looks as if there are extra lines as if it was drawn on with a pen and smudged. Horrible. I'm planning on going to a different shop to get it fixed or covered up, hopefully. Seriously. Do not waste your money here. read more

Brent Baker (piercer) is the best piercer I have ever had, hand down!! I have been coming to him from years and my experience is never short of AWESOME! He is so clean and professional and clearly knows what he is talking about. He always lets me know that I am in control whenever we are doing a piercing procedure and really makes me feel relaxed and comfortable. He's even fixed some bad piercings I've had in the past and always uses high quality jewelry. Like I said, the guy knows his stuff and is ready to educate any customer about their piercing, the process and the after care. He will always have my business! read more

I came here for a forward helix ear piercing done by their piercer, Brent. I have been pierced by Brent at his previous shop, so I knew that I was in for excellent service, a dedicated employee, and a good conversation. Brent was highly professional and hygienic, as always. The shop as a whole was the same way. It is a good tattoo parlor with a bar to watch the artists work, and the piercing room in the back is private and comfortable. Awesome place, good people, excellent work. read more