Tattoo Maven

I cannot overstate how welcoming and professional the team at South Shore is. After reading some…read morestellar reviews and looking at online portfolios I was genuinely impressed with what I saw of Jesse's work. I had a vision of what I wanted done as a tribute to my sons and from my initial inquiry through the finishing touches they helped me bring it to life. Communication was spectacular every step of the way - I shared an overview of what I was looking for through those first texts which paved the way for a terrific consultation where Jesse took the time to go over everything, let me know what he needed from me, and provided some great resources for picking out the right font, even providing helpful pointers for what to look for in different fonts so that it would continue to look great for years to come. On arrival day of Jesse already had a mockup ready to go and was more than accommodating with some minor changes I wanted done. I can't say the process was painless for obvious reasons but it was as smooth as one could ever hope for. The work was clean, the price was extremely fair, and I left with a piece I'm super happy with that has already received a bunch of compliments even though it's still in the healing phase. South Shore has my highest recommendation and has definitely won a repeat customer with me. Can't wait to do it again.

Love this place!! I get basically all my piercings from John and I couldn't recommend him more. He…read moreis extremely knowledgeable, very professional, and every time I get a piercing from him I couldn't be happier. I've had some of the best healing experiences when done by him and I will always keep going back!

By Greg

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House Of Colour Tattoo

4.0(57 reviews)

3.4 mi

From the moment I walked in I was greeted with a big smile from Natalie. She was so helpful and…read morepatient with me simply because I'm indecisive. I was pierced by Nick who is also welcoming and took his time making sure the piercing flowed with the rest of my piercings which is super important to me, I was so pleased I went back 2 days later for another. I went back (yes 3x in 1week) and this time I met Dean, the sweetest person you can tell and feel his passion for piercing. Him and Natalie were both eager to help bring my vision to life by helping me find the perfect pieces. Dean took his time made sure it was perfect and it sure was he exceeded my expectations !! Dean I'm forever grateful for you! You know how much it means to me thank you for listening! Both Nick and Dean have gentle hands I didn't feel a thing!! And not to mention they have beautiful pieces you can choose from !! Everyone was amazing , thank you all for your service! (You know I'll be back )

came into work realizing i was having a piercing emergency.. a rather sensitive piercing had fallen…read moreout and was at risk of closing up. not being familiar with the local spots, i called around town and house of color stood out right away. the front desk folks were super friendly, understanding, and open to a walk-in. i stopped by in person about an hour later, and they took the time to really listen to my concerns and what i needed. dean, one of the piercers, helped me out.. incredibly accommodating and easy to talk to. though i haven't had my original piercing or any tattoos done here, i'd definitely consider it based on this experience alone.

Dermal piercings & nose piercing

Dermal piercing & triple helix

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Evermore Ink

3.5(8 reviews)

0.8 mi

I've been going to Vicky for over 2 years now. I have no complaints about her work, love it! Her…read moreshop is like a little boutique. Love her jewelry. And I enjoy our conversations, she's down to earth.

I don't trust anyone but Vicki, she has over 15 years experience, probably more. She is a talented…read moretattoo artist and she is extremely clean and professional. I go to her for all my piercings, and have never had a single issue. I travel from Valley Stream to her shoppe, because reliability, cleanliness, dependability and professionalism is not always easy to find. When I see negative comments, I question if they were ever a patron.

Something for everyone

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Cosmetic TATTOO SPECIAL $199.00

Body Designs

4.2(30 reviews)

7.1 mi

My third tattoo. Amazing work done again by Tara. Always a pleasure. Great energy and a great…read moreartist. I definitely won't rule out a fourth.

I decided to get a double lobe and navel piercing for my birthday and was not comfortable getting…read moreit done by a male piercer (most in my area are men) so I decided to come here. I submitted an online inquiry, booked my appointment online detailing what I was looking for and filled out a consent form. Again, my booking says lobe and navel. I get there and get greeted by Jessica with "you're here for the tongue and eyebrow piercing?" -- Whoa... nope! We eventually move to the piercing room (wildly uncomfortable plastic chairs that belong in a backyard, not a tattoo/piercing shop) and begin to mark my ears for the lobe piercings. I didn't love that the marks were so far from my existing piercings so I asked for them to be adjusted. They adjusted it, I approved. Finally they pierced them. The piercings were UNEVEN. I had to let the further one close so I could get it pierced again in the proper place. The navel piercing is fine in terms of being centered but my skin reacted poorly to the original jewelry and didn't start to look normal until I was allowed to change it out months later. Most notably I was hoping that whoever did my piercing would be at least somewhat personable but instead Jessica barely looked at me and or spoke to me outside of a regurgitated spiel about keeping the piercings clean and minimizing infection. It was delivered so quickly and monotone that it sounded like the bleak side effects portion of a medication advertisement. I wouldn't recommend coming here unless you want to be spoken at instead of to, be forced to wear the ugliest starter jewelry (that's also next to impossible to remove) or to get uneven piercings. In the end I spent $120 total tip not included with plain starter jewelry. In retrospect I think that's kind of insane

First Tattoo

Key tattoo

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My Tatoo done by Tara at Body Designs Deer Park

Vintage Ink

4.5(16 reviews)

11.0 mi

Took me 7 years, finally and worth the wait, my first tattoo, in Dennis' handwriting a phrase he…read moreoften wrote & said to me, "love your everything" Dana of Vintage Ink Northport, you're the best!

I never thought getting a quote or at the very least a response for a tattoo would be so difficult…read moreand frustrating. This business was recommended to me by a few people and after looking at Dana's work I liked what I saw. Going back to 2021, calling to make an appointment for a consultation. Stopping in and giving a picture of what I wanted. No response. I put it off. Now I really want to get my next tattoo. I called. She said she would call me back. No. Called again. Made an appointment for another consultation. The day of, she calls to tell me she can't meet, why don't I text her a picture of what I'm looking for. Did that. On July 10th. It's now August and she's never even given me the courtesy of a reply! Unbelievable how she stays in business

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John's Tattoos

3.1(20 reviews)

0.5 mi

I have gotten 12 piercings in my life 8 of which are from John. All of my piercings have healed…read moreperfectly which I can't say is the same for other shops in the area. John's prices are unbeatable for piercings and do 2/$40 deals as well as sales on tattoos often. The entire staff here is super talented and the place is really clean. They always accept me as a walk in. I cannot recommend John's enough.

Everything about my experience is flawless. Sam does incredible work and the price was reasonable…read more Clean bathroom. Happy customer

Piercings by john

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Station 1 Tattoo

4.5(29 reviews)

12.1 mi

Chuck takes pride in his work goes above and beyond listen to what you have to say and make…read moresuggestions. Very happy with my tattoos looking forward to getting some more! Thanks Moose

Got my Cartilage done here, it was my first time getting anything besides my first and second holes…read morepierced, Bryan was amazing! He talked through every step and made sure I was comfortable with everything he did. Was really quick and painless. Nicest people ever. My second hole was also closed up and he reopened them, only cost 10$ and cartilage was 35$. Couldn't recommend enough. Super clean and super friendly!

Originally designed by my best friend but creative direction by Brian at Station 1!

Re-vamped my lilo and stitch tattoos

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Chuck did an amazing job! He helped me with the placement and design!

Notorious Tattoo

4.8(20 reviews)

9.8 mi

It's been 10+ years since I've been in the piercing chair...I was definitely overdue!…read more Upon walking in I was immediately greeted. I spoke to Jess about what I wanted, and explained an issue I was having with a current piercing. Jess listened to all of concerns and about what I wanted for my new piercing. She didn't rush me and actually listened and gave me feedback. Then, in the chair I was. Before I knew it Jess took care of one of my piercings and then I had the new piercing I wanted. Jess had such a gentle touch and made sure I was comfortable. We even made some small talk during the short piercing process. I will absolutely be back for all my piercing needs as well as when I decide what my next tattoo will be. The shop itself was very clean. Great music playing as well. 5 stars all the way!

Shoutout to Heidi! She helped me figure out what was wrong with my navel piercing and create an…read moreaction plan to get it right. She recommended cream, explained and throughly answered all my questions, and was an overall delight! If you have issues with a piercing definitely go to her!

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Nine Moons Piercing

4.8(491 reviews)

42.3 mi•SoHo

Women-owned & operated

Luxury

My first time at Nine Moons Piercing and what an amazing experience with Elaine. I've been wanting…read moreto get a tragus piercing but after hearing some horror stories, I knew I had to do research before getting it done and Nine Moons Piercing kept coming up on my searches. After selecting the jewelry, I'm in the room with Elaine and everything was explained to me thoroughly. There was such a joyful warmth in how Elaine spoke that it completely relaxed me. A couple of deep breaths and I was expecting a pain level between 5-6 but believe it or not, it was like maybe a 1-2 and I think part of that is Elaine's experience with placement as well as her technique. I am so happy with the result and that I went through this with Elaine and Nine Moons Piercing.

Loved my experience here , quick and very attentive to making sure i was comfortable and understood…read moreeverything that went on throughout the process

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Brandon K.

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2 years ago

Great shop, I have been tattooed multiple times by George. Shop is always clean and the artists are always professional. Shop always has a great vibe. As a business owner myself in a day and age where people use reviews to try and target businesses with the threat of posting a negative review to extort or satisfy their own personal vendetta while having no valid reason for doing so..I find a need to post my personal experience to contribute to a well run place. I can tell you I love this shop and George is one of the best you can work with. Wouldn't go to anyone else. read more

Dan B.

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6 years ago

Had my first tattoo ever done by Brendan the other day, and I cannot recommend him and this shop enough! Brendan helped workshop my design, and was an absolute delight to work with during the whole process. If I get another tat, I know I'm definitely going to Brendan! Also, the shop itself is clean, professional, and sticks rigidly to COVID-19 precautions - as a family member of a survivor, this means the world to me, and made me feel that much safer going outside of my comfort zone. Amazing first experience!! read more

Alexa J.

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2 years ago

I had the pleasure of being tattooed personally by George and have seen the other artists in this shop tattoo other clients as well. Their attention to detail is incredible. They really take their time when making your vision come to life and they're able to do a broad range of tattoo styles to really accommodate anyone who walks into this shop. Tattoo Maven is by far the cleanest shop I've ever been tattooed in and the most aesthetically pleasing. I will always support and admire their work! read more

Camryn F.

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4 years ago

this place is awesome. any of the people who dis this shop clearly don't like to be treated with respect or can't treat others the same. I've been getting my tattoos done by Gavin and have only developed a great friendship while feeling safe and comfortable in his area. the other staff members CURRENTLY there are also awesome and make my experience even more pleasant. Mr.Maven ( owner ) good job and thank you for your wonderful business read more

Alex P.

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7

6 years ago

Amazing experience. My first time getting a tattoo here and the level of comfort I felt was off the chart. The energy is uplifting and my artist was amazing. Gavin did an amazing job.. the amount of compliments I've received is crazy! I will continue to recommend Gavin and I most definitely will continue coming here. I've been tattoo shop hopping for a while and I think I finally found my place! read more

Toniann M.

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4 years ago

I have been going to Tattoo Maven for 6 years and I could not recommend them enough. I have sent all of my friends and family here and all of us are now consistent, reoccurring customers. The artwork and quality of every single tattoo I have seen done at this shop speaks for itself. If you're looking for a clean, professional and trustworthy shop, here it is. read more

Mia R.

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4 years ago

Great artists. I've been tattooed by Gavin and Adam from tattoo maven, and couldn't have asked for a better experience. All artists are exceptionally knowledgeable about their profession and do a great job at making all feel welcome. Aside from having great artists, the customer service when it came to booking an appointment was just as pleasurable. read more

Maria M.

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4 years ago

Adam was amazing! got a flash piece from him and it's one of my favorite tattoos to date. super cool and professional, great conversation. as a woman, i feel safe and comfortable here. best tattoo experience i've had in a long time! PS the shop looks dope too, love the aesthetic! read more

Brooke H.

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6 years ago

got two tattoos done here by gregg and both came out amazing!! this is now going to be my go to tattoo shop with a go to artist everyone there is super nice and welcoming non judgemental at all couldn't of asked for a better artist or shop :)) i should be back soon!! read more

Jaime D.

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3 years ago

Talented professional and nice ! I was very happy with my first tattoo. I plan to get more in the future! Tattoo Maven is the best place to get a tattoo I highly recommend them ! read more

Edwin M.

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2 years ago

New shop in Bohemia. delivers quality tattoos definitely check them Out !! Located at the oakdale merg - 4107 sunrise hwy . Bohemia. right Next door to Go West read more

Samantha M.

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10

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4 years ago

Trashy and unprofessional. Don't recommend wasting your valuable time and money at an establishment that doesn't respect women.

Alexis P.

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5

4 years ago

Gavin is the best!!!!! Recommend to anyone and everyone !!! I book multiple appointments months in advance.

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Best art. Best people EVER. Owner is the BEST!! Good prices. Artists are great! Good location…read more Good hours.

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Always great sitting with them. They always make it great time to be in there and get some great…read moreart work done. So relaxed and fun. Can't wait to get the next one done.

Had my tattoo done by Buster. he did an amazing job in helping me turn my tattoo into the perfect…read morepiece for me. I am super happy with his work. place was very clean, and he was very professional, and made me feel so comfortable. Thanks so much!!!

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