I use Yelp a lot when shopping around. Once again, it didn't fail me. I walked in to Boardwalk just to get a consult on some script work on my forearm. (I did not have an appt). The shop is extremely clean and well kept. There were 2 artists busy with customers and Abel was preparing for his next appt. After a few minutes of speaking with Abel, I felt really comfortable with him and what he had in mind for my tattoo. I asked if he could fit me in today and he said, yah of course after my next appt, which shouldn't take long. When his client came in, Abel asked him if he could take care of me first which shouldn't take very long at all. I really didn't expect that and his client was more than happy to oblige. WOW ! It took Abel a few minutes to get set up and then we were ready. It only took about 30 minutes from start to finish and it turned out better than what I thought. I've got a bigger piece that I want next and there is no doubt where I am coming back too. Abel is top-notch and he does hella work !! I highly recommend ! read more

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We came in from out of town for tattoos. We contacted the shop ahead of time and the communication was great. When we arrived, Abel had drawn up some preliminary designs. He was kind, courteous and the tattoos came out great. This was such a pleasant experience. read more

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Went in for a nose piercing and honestly have 0 complaints. Clementine was absolutely amazing, gentle, informative, and made the whole process so comfortable. The vibe was super chill and welcoming, which made the experience even better. I'll 100% be coming back to get more piercings with her! read more

Excellent customer service. Very professional and kind. Rick was my artist and he was amazing. Did exactly what I wanted and carried on great conversation during my time in the chair. Everyone in this establishment is very kind. This will be my go to place in the future. Hats off to Abel and Su for their fine place of business. read more

Sue, Rick, and Abel were all so sweet and accommodating to us. I went to get my nose pierced on a whim and Rick was prepared to answer any questions I had and also deal with me changing my mind on the placement a few times. He was so patient and kind with me, in the process of actually doing the piercing he told me what every piece he grabbed was for and tried his best to distract me (I have a low pain tolerance). Sue was so helpful with explaining pricing and answered all questions I had. Able was also wonderful. He showed me some of his work while I waited to go back. Overall, I had a delightful first experience here and I will be returning when it's time to change my jewelry. Thank you guys!! read more

Absolutely hated my tattoo, the circles aren't circles, I asked for color and there are gaps of plain skin that weren't colored in. The reference picture has no black outline around the color, yet they chose to outline it without asking me. It looks nothing like my reference picture. Now I'm heading to another shop to try and fix it. read more

Typically going to a tattoo shop by a military base is frowned upon! However, I took my chances with Boardwalk tattoo and was very satisfied! I've gotten tattoos around my other duty stations, but boardwalk is by far one of the better ones!! I'd highly recommend all the military members to come here They also do walkins and still do an amazing job! read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - An eagle globe and anchor tattoo as if it were colored in crayon - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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So...this was my 1st time to a tattoo parlor. Is that even what they still call them?! Anyhow, I wanted 3 different ear piercings. I got there & kinda panicked about the conch piercing & the guy helping me was so kind & so patient with me. He calmed my nerves so I did it. Everything was so clean. Mask were worn. He disinfected everything well. I felt safe & had a lot of fun. He gave me very clear instructions on how to care for everything too. I'm 24 hours in & I love all 3 piercings. Highly recommend!!! read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Ear piercings - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Very professional, friendly, and awesome service. I went for an easy tattoo. I was left impressed! read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Bass cleft - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Stay TF Away from this place! I regret getting nose piercing replacement here! The lady that did it forcefully shoved the bar into a healed hole, it hurt! The pain made me jump and I was bleeding, I've gotten plenty of jewelry replacements before and I never bled nor did it hurt. We actually had plans afterwards, but because I was bleeding so much we just went straight home. I left the shop TRAUMATIZED! Never in 6 years of having a nose piercing have I experienced a piercer that was as rough as this lady was. At first, she seemed knowledgeable and legit, but once I had paid professionalism was out the window. She wasn't gentle at all and was rushing me out the door. I will never come back to this shop and I will never recommend anyone here for piercings. Go to a reputable shop with higher reviews, better quality and professionals. You truly get what you pay for at this shop, mediocre quality and substandard service. No thank you! You've been warned. read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - When I got home - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Very friendly service and very good artists. We were coming into town and wanted to get tattoos. We saw good reviews for this shop and decided to stop by at the end of the day just to inquire. The artists were very friendly and listened to what our ideas were. They gave us appointments for the next day. Sean did mine and Frankie did my wife's. They both did really great work. The lines are great and no blowouts. We were really happy with the end results and the prices were very fair. read more

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I recently decided it was time to get my cartilage pierced and so after doing my yelp research, it led to me Boardwalk Tattoos. I called on a Wednesday night and made my appointment with High Five for Saturday. He was very informative over the phone and the appointment was made easily. I had seen on a few reviews it is cash only, so I made sure to confirm - so make sure to bring cash! On the day of the appointment, High Five helped me pick out my jewelry (he was a little low on jewels/colors, etc. but I'm guessing you could probably bring your own? make sure to ask) and figure out the placement of my piercings. I went with the double helix (because if I'm already getting one, I might as well get two!) and High Five walked me through the entire process. He was extremely professional, made sure he sanitized everything thoroughly, and overall was a calming presence. I've been pierced a few times in the past, and I would 1000% recommend him to anyone, whether it's your 1st or 10th piercing. I'm obsessed with the end result - they look super cool! I could not be happier with my piercings or the experience. Thank you, High Five! read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - A little blurry - but here's the end result! This was right after the piercing. - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Boardwalk Tattoo is an awesome shop. I researched several shops throughout the San Antonio market and settled on Boardwalk Tattoos. I looked at each artist portfolios online and decided to check them out especially after reading the customers reviews. Every artist is capable and they all bring with them a certain style. I liked Sean's work as he did a lot of realism and also did a lot with black/gray which something I personally like. I stopped in and talked with Sean for a few minutes and showed him what I wanted. I was specifically looking at an Asian dragon to represent a part of my heritage. Sean reached back out and sent me a drawing. It was exactly what I was looking for and set up a session with him. I just did one four hour session as the dragon is pretty large and I actually just got home. I'll come back in a few weeks for another session to finish it up. This shop atmosphere is pretty awesome. All of the artist are friendly and pretty hilarious. If you looking for a piercing or just tattoos then thus is the place for you. A lot of AIT soldiers come into this shop looking for tattoos. It's almost like it's a rite of passage for these young soldiers as I remember I got my first tattoo when I was stationed at Ft Bragg back in 92. The place is awesome. I highly recommend. I promise you won't be disappointed. read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Great service, myself and some girlfriends went together to get nose piercings. Received great care, piercer was great. Went over piercing care thoroughly. He was very sanitary, appreciated that. Would return. read more

Incredibly professional studio- everyone on staff was kind and customer oriented. This shop welcomes walk ins and my artist, Vic (@improvedink), did amazing work. Boardwalk Tattoo will now be my "go to" studio for future pieces. read more

I've gotten a piercing and three small tattoos here, was a walk-in both times. High Five and Bobby are great! Very professional, clean and friendly studio. It's been 5+ years since my last tattoo and I was amazed at how painless the process was this time around. I'll refer my friends here and will definitely be back. Note that it's a cash only establishment. read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Beautiful lil' snake by Bobby. - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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Wanted my left cartilage pierced and to get a consult for coloring my latest tattoo. I got excellent work from Rudy who suggested the right size earring and gave one that he gauged my piercing with. He instructed me on cleaning it and recommend who I should talk to about coloring it in. Rudy was finished with my piercing in less than 3 minutes and I watched him sanitize for the next customer. Very nice atmosphere and clean shop. Comfortable for you to bring your babies or your grandma. I will be back. read more

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What a great experience! The shop itself is clean and well-lit. Prices are very reasonable. Most importantly: the artists are super friendly and knowledgeable. Abel and I were able chat through the whole process and I had a beautiful piece of art put into my skin. I will always return to this shop! read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I went in to get a small script tattoo and was very nervous since it was my first one. Everyone was very quiet and sort of stand-offish when I first came in and were very serious. But once I was there a bit longer everyone turned out to be so nice. I just walked in because it was smaller tattoo. I had to pay up front and I'm pretty sure they only take cash. He then told me to wait a bit so they could prepare with a new needle, which I saw him open. Then they helped me find a font I liked and then printed it out to put on my back so I can make sure I loved it. I did! The actual inking took about 10 minutes and my tattooist, Bobby, always made sure I was comfortable and made me laugh. It did hurt, especially when it got towards my side but it was over very quickly. Bobby did an awesome job and I'm so happy with my little tattoo! Afterwards, he told me exactly how to take care of it and I have had no problems with the healing process. Overall, I highly recommend this place. read more

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Abel knocked it outa the park again yesterday ! He did this piece right above my last one (see previous review). These will tie into a larger piece eventually. We had to alter my idea a little due to some font issues, but Abel's idea was spot on and I am wicked happy with my piece. I have definitely found my artist and I highly recommend ! They also do piercings ! read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - "Love" with color. I had just put on the A & D lotion, so it looks really glossy. - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

This was my first experience in piercings since I was 10 lol. I was very nervous but when I walked in, everyone was so friendly my anxiety melted away. My piercer did an excellent job. I've been to two diff places since to get other piercings done and Boardwalk was the best BY FAR. read more

2nd time with Sean, and the crew at Boardwalk. Very clean, organized, and talented. When I'm in SA, this is where I will continue to visit for artwork read more

10 out of 10! I went here for my first tattoo, when I first entered to schedule my appointment I knew this was a good environment. The people here are absolutely amazing with customer service and making you feel welcome and comfortable. My tattoo artist, Abel, is amazing. I'd 100% come back and request him again for a tattoo in the future. He ensured me that it would be a breeze and I'm so happy with the service I got here. They gave me a discount for military service and made sure I was satisfied with everything! If you want a tattoo, come here! - Zachary Erway, SN, USN read more

I got my first lower back tattoo with able today! I sure picked a hell of a spot for a tattoo. It was crazy painful but i absolutely love it! It was definitely worth it. I really appreciate the fact that he let me take as many breaks as I needed even though I was a bit of a baby haha. 3 hours later and this is what I left with! I love the color and the detail. Me and my husband will definitely be back when it's time to get his tattoo. Thanks again able! read more

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Went in for one thing left out with a load of other things! Thanks so much Ashley you are awesome. The shop had a very nice vibe to it, really relaxing made the experience even more pleasant. Very happy that I walked in and that you all did not have a problem with my short notice. read more

ok so I don't love the idea of leaving a review on businesses .but this one has to be addressed. my friend and I visited the boardwalk tattoo shop on blanco coming from the food place next door first mistake was entertaining the douchebag that shoved the young lady attempting to help us my friend asked to have a cute little ladybug no bigger than my thumbnail .the guy then proceeds to put it on her after telling her it was something referred to as hyper/photo realism and was going to cost 400.00 due to its detail so my mind is racing like what it's the size of a tic tac. how is that 400.00 not only was this appalling it's robbery I'm not entirely sure his position there but it seems he charges what he wants may be the owner his name is gabe he also made it a point to make so many advances and crude sexual jokes that were not even close to funny and the touching was so creepy stay away from this place at all costs read more

My 16 year old daughter wanted her nose pierced. They came highly recommended. Not only did they take walk ins, the price was super affordable. High Five was knowledgeable, professional, and precise. He calmed my daughter and did an amazing job walking her through the process and the care after. Would 100% recommend him! read more

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So the workers were nice. I gave them the 2 stars for that. I went in to get my daith pierced. The piercer appeared nervous through the whole experience. I was uncertain about her recommended placement and showed her pictures on Google but the piercer and another worker assured me it was just my anatomy. Well I still don't like the placement of my piercing. It looks like its almost coming out of my head. I came here because they were cheaper than other quoted shops. All in all, you get what you pay for. read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - You get what you pay for. - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

My very go to place. I recently went to frank for just line work and he was willing to do it for such a cheap price! Will be my go to artist from now on. Y'all got to check it out, might be small but they'll surprise the hell out of you! read more

If I could give zero stars I would. My friends and I were on a girls weekend and we came in asking for four different tattoos. We called ahead of time and they told us to come on in. When we arrived and they realized our tattoos were small but mighty (aka they wouldn't have made as much money) they were booked until Monday. There was one customer at the time and one artist was sitting there with his feet up on his phone. It seems profit took place over customer service. Don't go to this place if you are looking for quality over making a buck. read more

I walked in to see about getting a memorial tattoo after I lost my dog. Abel was able to get it drawn out and tattooed onto my back in no time at all! I am very happy with my tattoo and extremely satisfied with the service that I received. Abel was very nice and friendly. If you are looking for somewhere to get a tattoo, this is the place! read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - My tattoo memorializing my dog, Scrappy. - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Disappointed with my piercings. The shop is clean; the artists are friendly and welcoming unlike many tattoo/piercing shops, so that's a plus. I've seen a lot of good reviews about the piercer, but possible he had an off day. My friend and I both got multiple ear piercings. I got 2 forward double helix piercings and a cartilage piercing. Unfortunately, 2 of the 3 piercings are uneven (pierced at an angle). This has extended the healing process and makes it difficult to change out the jewelry. Also, the back of 1 of the forward double helix piercings sticks out quite a bit. Ultimately, they just don't look or feel that good after 5 months. Hindsight, would have gone to a different shop that may have charged a little more but may have been more knowledgeable on these types of piercings. read more

Our family stopped in at Boardwalk Tattoos while we were visiting San Antonio from out of town, to have a simple family tattoo finished that each of us has on our arm. We called first, and the person who answered our call gave us different information about appointments & availability than the person who was at the counter when we arrived, which was a bit disappointing since we had a tight schedule - but after some initial confusion, all worked out. The place is small and a bit run down, but in a "good way" for a tattoo place - everything was very clean and the artist who worked with us was very kind and took great care of us. In the end, we're all happy with the finished tattoos we left with! read more

Bobby was my artist and he was great! Not heavy handed at all, and very talented. By far my best tattoo, its a piece of art that I'm proud to have. The shop overall was relaxed, clean, and enjoyable. Price was also great for the quality I got! Su did a great piece on my Aunt as well! 10/10 will get tattooed again :) read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

I've recently had 2 miscarriages with the latest being 12weeks and knowing the gender. I wanted a tattoo to help heal myself and emailed here with an idea. They responded within 12 hours asking to go in for a consult and pricing, etc. I went in today and talked with what I wanted, showed pics, etc. Abel said he could do it right then if that worked for me.. and it did! I am in love with this and the love and reminder it gives me. Everyone there was nice and easy conversation. Would def go back the next time I have a tattoo urge! read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Very clean and very friendly. Everyone was super professional and did amazing artwork. A little pricey but that sort of to be expected. My husband still need to get his tattoo finished. The artist purposely didn't finish so that we would have to stop by and complete it in another session. So that was a little frustrating but overall the work they do is great. read more

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They did a really good job I love my little tattoo and it hurt the least out of the 4 I already have. The price was a little much I thought, $75, only because he just had to print it and stick it, I drew it it was my hand writing he only had to straighten out the cross. No military discount. Very friendly offered us pizza very personal overall atmosphere was a 10 I would definitely recommend this place to anyone! read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - I absolutely love it bc it's my artwork and my hand writing - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

What a great experience. Best tattoo shop ever. This is my fifth tattoo shop and first in SA (the rest were in California). My artist was Claire...friendly, helpful, patient and skilled. She's new to the shop, but unquestionably a pro in all aspects. Shop is clean and has a nice vintage vibe to it. Very pleased with the end result. I will definitely return. (The phrase is Irish Gaelic and means "suffer, learn, change"). read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Awesome shop. Great people. Awesome piercer "HIGH FIVE". Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to get pierced or tattooed. Shop was clean and ver well kept. High five was very informative on the cleaning and caring for my piercing. I will definitely be back. read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

Had a great experience at Boardwalk! I walked in shortly after open on a Monday a few months ago with a general idea/sketch of what tattoo I wanted, and Chuy gladly helped me figure out the details. He helped me choose a font for the text as well as choose a design for the graphic. Overall, it was a great experience -- incredibly friendly artists and a good atmosphere for my first tattoo. read more

Boardwalk Tattoos - Right after getting inked; was given a sheet with clear instructions on how to treat my tattoo at home. - Tattoo Near Me - San Antonio, Texas

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