Dropped in for cross tattoos for my wife and I while in town for son's wedding. Owner Mike and artists were great. Wonderful experience. Would highly recommend!! Will visit again next time in town after all travel tattoo dates are the best!!! read more

I've gotten all my tattoos done here and this is definitely my favorite, huge shout out to Enrique! read more

Death Or Glory Tattoo Parlour - Tattoo Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Went in 9/11 for some art work, Sid was the artist, everything about the shop was informational. Everyone welcomed us like family. Sid was very thoughtful and did his best to make my experience rememberable!! Would highly recommend setting up a visit read more

Mike did a fantastic job on my tattoos! I got my first tattoo here and he was so patient and made sure I got everything the way I wanted it. The shop is so cool looking and the music is such a vibe too. Mike is super friendly, so professional, and thorough! He worked rlly quickly too and made sure I had all the info I needed. Best shop ever!! read more

Death Or Glory Tattoo Parlour - thigh tat (not fully healed- next day photo) - Tattoo Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Awesome Experience! Thank you Enrique, we're in love with our Elephants!!! Went in and had a consult with Enrique as this was the first tattoo my daughters and I were getting and wanted to feel comfortable with the shop and staff. Enrique was fantastic, made us feel confident with his knowledge and for us to move forward to book our appointment. Arrived the next afternoon and went over the artwork and placement which was a great success! The vibe at the shop was welcoming and easy going, just what's needed for us first timers. As seen in the pictures below, Enrique did not disappoint! The artwork was well done and turned out AMAZING! We are so freaking happy with our results and the decision to chose Death or Glory Tattoo Parlour. Thank you again for making this such an enjoyable experience and life time memory for me and my girls! read more

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Katie is phenomenal!!! I've Gone to her over the years And she is so sweet, gentle and exceptionally talented!!! She is a gem in Gainesville!!!! read more

Yooooo, you I've been to this spot 3 times and each time, I've loved it! I walked in to this job on a random Sunday after horrible customer service from another place in town, and the team at Death or Glory were very open and receptive to having me as a client. I've seen Jesus (literally) there, and he is amazing! I come in with my random, ideas and he gives me honest feedback (he's not just trying to make a buck) and helps me bring my ideas to life. He's the guy and this is the place for all my Gainesville tattoos! read more

Death Or Glory Tattoo Parlour - Tattoo Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

I went for a walk in tattoo yesterday (7/6/21). The staff I interacted with were all very friendly and welcoming. I don't know the name of the person who actually did my tattoo, but he was very efficient and the tattoo turned out great. It only took about 15-20 minutes. The place and process itself was very clean, and I am very happy with the results! read more

Death Or Glory Tattoo Parlour - Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers symbol by the bend of elbow, $150. - Tattoo Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

this tattoo was done by Nick. it's a memorial tattoo for a lost family member. so unfortunate. we were dumb for not noticing before he began.....but you would think a professional tattoo artist would notice such a huge mistake. especially because he's the one who typed it out. hope he sees this and learns from his mistake read more

Death Or Glory Tattoo Parlour - this tattoo was done by Nick. - Tattoo Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

Fantastic place to get a tattoo! Staff are super friendly and made the experience so fun and enjoyable!

Best damn tattoo parlour! There is so much to say so let me break it down: Atmosphere: Part of the experience of getting a tattoo is the atmosphere. Not only is this place extremely clean but it has the feel of a true vintage WW2 Era tattoo parlour. Other artists: Every artists in that building is a master of their craft. When they weren't tattooing they were drawing or doing something productive to perfect their craft....not moping around the building complaining about a piece they don't want to do. Mike Mehaffey as an artist: Aside from the fact that this was my first tattoo from Mike...I researched my artists (as most should do) to get a piece I have been wanting for years but couldn't find the right artist for. Mike corresponded back and forth with me over email and then made several revisions that I wanted showing me the same interest as he did when I first approached him. When sitting down to get the tattoo Mike did more prep work to his equipment than I have ever seen anyone do...and I'm pretty industry educated. If I'm going to carry something for life...and it's not an STD....jk.....Mike set the standard for whom I'm willing to work with....and in my case moving forward it will only be Mike because my tattoo is flawless! Mike as a business owner: Every shop that I have been to in Florida Tattoo, Retail, Restaurant.....whatever can take a lesson from this place. Every artist and person in this place has a goal of providing the best product with the best customer service based on a standard set by Mike. This place is ran like a true Business where the customer is first. I'm a business owner and I'm quite the jerk about what I expect. In Summary: Other than my first piece of art from Death or Glory I have never met Mike...I'm not his long lost cousin giving him a great review. It's 6:20 am and I can't sleep so rather listen to my wife complain about me turning in bed I figure I would sit in my living room and give someone the credit they have earned. If you want a piece of art that you can enjoy for a lifetime go to Death or Glory.....if you want to get tatted....go to any of the other idiots in town! read more

I had a tattoo once. It looked like a ten year old's hand-drawn science project, and was done by a couple in Detroit. The work was done in their home, because they were under house arrest. They charged me $200. For the same price, you can go to Death or Glory and get a professional, clean, painstakingly beautiful piece of art. Lee did an incredible job on the tattoo in question and is in all respects an artist. He has my complete confidence. I am under the impression that his work is worth a lot more than he charges (though I'm not saying the tattoos are cheap). read more

My first tattoo was at BT in Gainesville, FL. I was less than happy with their customer service and the artist took a meal break in the middle of working. I vowed to find a quality place for my next tattoo so I asked around. I received a lot of recommendations but almost all agreed that Mike at Death or Glory was the man to do the large winged lion I wanted. I went in with multiple picture for my idea and he perfectly integrated all the concepts. I just got finished having him do my other shoulder with a dragon around the Celtic cross I already had. His use of color and shading made it come alive! I could not be happier! Death or Glory has a classic feel and professional tattooists with the best modern equipment! Check them out! read more

Death Or Glory Tattoo Parlour - Mike finishing up my tat! - Tattoo Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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I travelled from Tallahassee just yesterday to get my tattoo with katie after she had a last-minute cancellation. Let me just say it was totally worth the 2.5 hour drive. Katie made my vision come to life. She was very flexible with pricing and size. I'll post pictures and let the artwork speak for itself, but I am over the moon happy with this tattoo. I would definitely recommend not only Katie, but this whole shop for anyone looking for a great place to get a tattoo. read more

Death Or Glory Tattoo Parlour - Thank you, Katie! - Tattoo Near Me - Gainesville, Florida

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Got my first tattoo from Kristyn. She was extremely nice and reassuring throughout the entire process. It could not have been a better experience for me. Her line work is incredible, and the tattoo is exactly what I wanted. The shop is clean and very nice and everyone was so friendly. Great atmosphere!! read more

Best Tattoo Parlour in Gainesville hands down. Both Mike and Rob are genuinely amazing artist and gentlemen.

Death or Glory is owned by some of my favorite dudes in town. As a lifetime resident of Gainesville, and having now been getting tattooed for over a decade, I can attest to the solid work these men AND lady put out! I have well over 30 hours of work done by the tattooers in this shop on myself, including by Kristyn, Lee, Mike and Rob, who did my first tattoo back in '04.This crew genuinely cares about their clients and the work they put out. With circulating guest artists there is always a chance to be tattooed by someone great in this community who you might not get a chance to! The shop is clean, the hand-painted signage on the windows is authentic, and the flash is classic. No TVs, no awful radio. Just good conversation and great books to leaf through. Whether you are just dabbling with the idea of a tattoo or getting ready to sit for a few hours, this diverse crew of honest artists is where I go. I sincerely love all of the wok I have done by this crew that I consider great friends. Being able to grab a locally made sandwich and craft soda right next door at pop-a-top (another local joint) is also a major plus when considering staying hydrated and fed for the sit! Take your time, relax and enjoy the process! read more

Enrique did a phenomenal job on my tattoo. It's pretty small with tons of detail and he gave me exactly what I wanted! The shop is clean and the artists are true professionals, I highly recommend this shop! read more

Just got tattooed last night by Katie Ryan. It was my second tattoo, and I have to say that this is my favorite tattoo shop. From the moment my sister and I walked in, we were immediately greeted with a smile and a welcoming energy. Katie had drawn my tattoo out prior (emailing her helps, she gets busy bc she's way talented!) and it was exactly what I was imagining. I had no idea where I wanted it, if I wanted color or just line work, so she helped me figure those aspects out with no push for the more pricey option. She ended up spending about an hour and a half on my tattoo, but was more than accommodating with breaks as I needed them. She talked to us the whole time and was extremely patient with my sister- it's hard for her to sit still, and she had too for about 2 hours. I noticed how clean everyone was as well (always a plus). Honestly, don't think twice. Go to death or glory. They're more than accommodating, funny, open to challenges. I think they truly enjoy talking with their clients to get exactly what they are looking for. And I left with a free aftercare kit; some shea butter cream, sticker and instructions. read more

i got treated like trash when i said i was unsatisfied with the work. they acted like i knew nothing because i was young i will never spend money here again read more

Katie did such a wonderful job on my tattoo! I would highly recommend her to anyone looking for a beautiful design done by an awesome artist! The experience was great and the tattoo looks even better. 10/10 Katie! read more

First time getting tattoo and it was a wonderful experience! Jesus was friendly, talkative and enthusiastic. The tattoo experience was quick and easy, and it looks great. read more

Nothing but the best! All of my tattoos come from this shop. Great, talented artists who take the time to make sure you're happy and comfortable. Not to mention they're all super nice and laid back. The shop is beautiful and they are A+ at being clean and sterile. In all the years I've had work done by them (even prior to Death or Glory), I've never had a problem. Even 10 years later my tattoos look great! Can't go wrong here. Quality work by awesome people. read more

Beside the great tattoos, they're nice! I don't feel like just another dollar to them. Jesus has been doing mine and Lee does my roommate. The tattoos are great, they take their time with it and make it really custom. They care about your happiness. Jesus talks with me through all my tattoos (one was five and a half hours) and he really makes me feel comfortable. I refer all my friends and family to this place. read more