When looking for a place to get a tattoo, I look for a few things: artists that are friendly, knowledgeable, and competent; a clean and comfortable atmosphere; and a reasonable price...not ludicrously high, but high enough that I know they take the work seriously. Elite Ink in Centerline is 5 stars in all of those areas. Ashley L did an amazing job putting my tattoo on me, but she also spent time consulting beforehand and working with me to enhance the art that she was going to do so that the finished product was better than the original artwork, even. I will definitely be back. read more

Got my naval pierced here and not only was it pierced crooked, they used fake metal jewelry and did not assess my stomach to make sure i had to right anatomy. Became infected just days after getting and and is rejecting. Would not recommend wasting your money to sit in pain for months just for the piercer to say "just remove it". read more

Some friends and I all got tattoos from this shop, and every single one of us had issues. One friend was quoted a price, but midway through the tattoo, the artist realized they had underquoted her. Instead of honoring the price, they completely botched it--it's crooked, uneven, and blotchy, with half of it way darker than the rest. It started off fine, so I don't know why it suddenly got so bad after they were told the actual price. Another friend got two tattoos from the same artist, and both were messed up. One even had a missing part of the design and was crooked. When one of us tried reaching out about a bad tattoo, they were told to email, only to be ignored. The shop also tried to brush off clear mistakes as 'just the healing process.' Super unprofessional--wouldn't recommend this place at all. read more

charged me 600 bucks for this pos tattoo when i was younger and didnt know about how pricing worked read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

This is the worst place to not get a piercing here. The piercer does not give out any aftercare instructions doesn't warn you when he's piercing. You just sticks the needle in no 123 or breathe in or out thank God, my friend got more piercings and experienced with this then wanted to argue with her about the placement and how it wasn't crooked, even though it was now she has a lip piercing that is totally crooked. When she smiles. This is bullshit and if he does not fix this, he will be getting sued. She deserves a $130 refund this man is a scam artist and deserves to be in someone's garage not a tattoo/piercing shop this is on someone's face. This should not have ever happened. she already goes through so much about hating her appearance and now she hates it even more that she has these crooked piercings. She just wanted to feel beautiful and now this piercing place has her hating herself. read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

I took my sister here for a surprise piercing for her birthday. I got a rook piercing ($55), and got her a tragus piercing ($45). She decided to go all in and get the outer conch ($55) and daith ($75). All the prices included our jewelry (we didn't get anything extra or special). Due to Covid, you need to make an appointment to come in, but for quick things like piercings or consultations you can call ahead for a same day appointment. John pierced us super quickly and we were in and out within 30 minute tops! Super kind and professional service from the woman at the front desk and John. My sister got John's card so that she can return because he does tattoos as well! The shop was very clean inside and there is a decent sized lot around the back of the building. I'll definitely be back for future body modification needs! read more

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Took my ugly scar belly button to hidden scar hottie belly button. Recently dropped 45 lbs and wanted a cute belly ring again. Shop was impeccably clean, you could smell it as soon as you walked in. I didn't get the woman at the front desk's name but she was super nice and took me last minute at the end of the night. John, was my piercer and he was fantastic and informative. Piercing is super straight, thick enough and it was super quick/barely any pain at all just a pinch. Will be back for other ear piercings. 10 out of 10 would send my friends and family here! read more

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This is absolutely horrible, Do not get a tattoo here. They suck clearly! Can't even do writing correctly. You can see where his hand was shaking and you can see where he went too deep in some spots and not enough in others. 0/10 HORRIBLE. This is a TATTOO not an ear piercing from clair's. Do BETTER or CLOSE. read more

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Artists and office staff are super friendly and open to walk-ins. I've been there 2-3 times and they are my go to tattoo shop.

Worst customer service I've ever experienced. Upon arriving with TWO people already waiting, the lady behind the counter was very short, and very rude exclaiming that they weren't open yet.. THERE WAS ALREADY TWO PEOPLE WAITING AND LOOKING THROUGH THE PAGES BEING OFFERED FOR THE DAY... how are you not open but have customers inside?! Not to mention an open door, and the open sign on? After looking through their shitty tattoos for friday the 13th (one being a penis with cum spilling out) I decided not give my money to some rude ass people with obviously no morals. Lol update: great customer service from the just the business owners comment to my review. Maybe change the way you run your business and handle complaints... UNFORTUNATELY IM FROM THE SAME PLANET AS YOU. read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - Obviously didnt realize that he could change his rude manner, but screenshots are still a thing... - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

I went in today wity my sister because I have been wanting another tattoo. I was contacted a few weeks ago by the owner and my artist about the other tattoo. He said he would happily fill in the r for me, no charge. I saw him today and I got my penguin tattoo. He showed me different sizes and sued the one that I wanted. We worked together to find the spot I was aiming for. He did a lot of filling and took mini breaks to ensure I was not in pain. After completing the tattoo, he gauzed me up. He then went to fill in my other one. He even filled in some other letters that simply faded over time. He was very generous and wanted to make me happy. He also kept checking to see if I was comfortable. They do cheap piercings here as well. My sister only paid $35 I beleive for a cartilage piercing with a cute stud. Orhan is super professional and kind. He kept up the conversation to keep me distracted, as he said this one would hurt more due to a lot of shading. The penguin tat is on my side. I was on an angle when I took it and my camera quality is not the best. I also cropped the picture which distorts quality. It is completely filled in though. I have not taken a picture of the filled in tat that he worked on yet. When I do, I will add it. This place is very professional. Orhan said he always takes responsibility for his work. I feel like he is a perfectionist, and wants his work to look fantastic. He said he is always willing to fill something if it ended up not filling correctly. read more

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i went to get my second done which he didn't even do my seconds. i clean my ear i know how to take care of piercing as i have more. he pierced my ears completely different and had the earring on so tight that this is what my ear ended up looking like. read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - horrible place for piercings. - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

This was a Valentine's Day gift, My first tattoo ! This place is amazing, Friendly, Clean and helpful. My artist was Ashley, phenomenal and patient. She made my first tattoo experience very memorable. Love, Love, Love. Many thanks to the entire Elite Ink Staff for showing Michigan Love to this Virginia Beach Chic ! read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - King & Queen - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

i got the worst tattoo of my life from "artist" Adam. I was forced to pay for it up front before any work had been done, which has never occurred with the six artists I had been to before him. The shop owner John says that tattoo was artist interpretation and admitted to it not being good. No refund, no apology. It is not centered on my neck, nor round like the google image he was given as a reference. A simple Yin Yang tattoo now looks like an oval with different sizes dots in the middle And uneven ink saturatio. I bled an unusual amount from the tattoo for four hours after. The photos should speak for themselves. Now John the owner wants to claim that Adam never worked at the shop earlier this year.... That's a new level of gaslighting I've never experienced. You can lie all you want John, but your shop will always produce this type of work if you act this way and everyone will notice. As long as you are proud of it I guess... read more

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GO SOMEWHERE ELSE! I went to get my naval re-pierced because they are who did it the first time. However, this time the piercer, John, was notified that both of my holes were open, but one wasn't large enough to fit the bar through. He proceeded to pierce and by the end of my session I had three holes. Two old and one brand new because HE MISSED THE ORIGINAL HOLES!...I went back and he "fixed" it. He ripped the bottom two holes to make one hole, by forcing the jewelry from one side to another. I will not EVER be back personally. For someone who has their license in this he should've done a much better job. I don't recommend. Elite ink needs a new and educated piercer. Peoples bodies are not a job you can just wing. Know what you're doing! I couldn't f@cked myself up on my own dude. read more

I was a loyal customer for about 3 years now I even referred my family and friends to go here. But I have gotten two piercings from this place and it always seems like a rushed job and whenever I ask the piercer to replace my piercing spot he looks at me like I'm stupid. But these two piercings I got I've had to take both out due to improper placing and one they didn't tell me I didn't have the anatomy for. They have great service , the people there are well mannered and amazing to deal with but I will not be coming back for any more piercings. read more

Piercing is crooked even after I told the guy it looked crooked but he insisted it was straight. I'll just do it myself next time. Waste of $55, had to take it out. It looked terrible and sooo off center. Also, they do not offer refunds, even if they are at fault for an askew piercing. They will only offer to re-do it, but at the risk of it being messed up again, I chose not to return and would prefer to go to a different piercer with better aim. Would not recommend. With every review response it says "this is not a typical experience" but after reading the reviews on multiple sites, it seems bad piercing is pretty common and the most reported complaint. I wish I would've read more reviews before coming, because now I have a scar on my top lip that just looks like a zit. Cool. read more

Awful service overall. I called ahead and made an appointment to get a navel piercing. The first woman who answered was very friendly but sounded confused. I scheduled an appointment for around 2pm and when I arrived and walked in and let the receptionist know what I was there for. Then the woman whom I met at the front desk used profanity and told me that the woman who I talked with over the phone had never written down the time of my appointment therefore the no one knew and the piercer left for the day but would return around 5pm. I left and returned at 5pm and got the piercing done, but the overall process was a mess. When I had gone back to get the piercing done the piercer was very short with me and barely spoke at all, and now that I think about it, I left the shop without even knowing his name. The piercing itself was not painful at all and I would rate it a 1/10 but the pain that came after became a 9/10 very quickly. Over the next few days the piercing started getting itchy, very red, and seemingly close to an infection as well as the top ball of the ring started pressing deeper into my skin causing a small dent. I figured I needed a longer bar instead of the one I had so I called back the shop and asked to come in for a consultation in hopes to get a longer bar out in for it to heal properly. I returned days later and the same piercer greeted me, still with a cold attitude, and immediately told me they don't offer longer bar options. And thinking about it, when I initially got it done I was told there would be different ring options Id be able to choose from but that wasn't true. Anyways, when I was there so that he could look at it and i explained the pain is been in, he quickly just told me that he could put a hoop in it and it would heal fine. I agreed, but he did it very quickly and aggressively that I ended up being in a lot more pain than I had been in before I returned. Turns out that I was only able to keep my new piercing for about half a week due to it becoming more infected even though I had been taking care of it properly. I eventually decided to just take it out because the pain had reached a high level and when I truly inspected the whole area I realized my actually belly button wasn't even pierced!!! The ring was pierced right ABOVE my navel and through a part of my stomach!! Appalled, I began to look up reviews of this shop and found out this happens quite often here. I found other reviews of people who got their navels pierced here and the same thing happened to them too! I've heard good things about this shop previously but from what I've seen, it is run by unprofessional, non caring, cold individuals. I will not be back and do NOT recommend this place to anyone! read more

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I wanted a small tattoo of an eye.. this is what I got. It bled a ton during the process and got infected almost immediately. The artist and business was very unprofessional when I questioned the work and asked for a refund. Luckily I got it fixed at Signature Ink in Ferndale and am very happy with it now. I've had multiple pieces done at Elite and this was the worst experience I have ever had. Very disappointed and I would unfortunately not recommend this establishment. read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

I've gotten all my tattoos and piercings here. The staff is really nice and my tattoos aren't perfect but they're good enough for me for the price since I don't have millions to spend on them. read more

Was there yesterday night and got my belly button done and it was fine till I got home and noticed my belly button isn't even pierced it's not even close to it I'm so angry read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

Just went here a few days ago with two of my friends to get piercings. I got my septum, then one friend got a rook and the other got a nostril piercing. Everything was very professional and sanitary, and it only took the piercer 30 minutes to finish all three of us! I would definitely recommend going here for a piercing. read more

I came in for a nose ring I was able to make an appointment the same day and the process was really quick. They're implementing social distancing and you have to wear a mask for people worried about that sort of thing. They also have hand sanitizer for everybody. And the guy that did it was really friendly. read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - The Piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

I was feeling spontaneous at work today, and decided to get a tattoo on my lunch break! My co worker and I went together, for my first tattoo I wanted something simple. I got my husbands Initial on my ring finger! Rick was my artist, he was really great and made me feel comfortable. I was super nervous and anxious but I'm obsessed with this simple little tattoo! read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

The older woman helping me was very very sweet and welcoming however even though I explained and even showed her my size barbell for my industrial she insisted on what she thought looked best. Bought two barbell jewelry and one or them doesn't fit, and the second one the ball won't even unscrew AT ALL!! Called and said explained the situation and couldn't even get a replacement or refund. Time and money wasted. read more

I decided a few months ago I would get my first tattoo. ive had a few people recommend this place to me, and with the way they were talking it up I figured I would go here. lovely people and the place was clean, but one thing that slightly bothered me was that the artist I had took pictures OFF OF GOOGLE and traced them for my tattoo. (they were smaller butterflies going up my arm) and it cost me 400$. almost had a heart attack. I get you pay for the quality but holy shit wasn't expecting that for tweaked google images on my body. I still love my tattoo don't get me wrong, but maybe make sure your artist actually uses their talents. read more

My Boyfriend and I came in to see if they can do a certain tattoo on a Friday, Yes they were busy and that's ok but my beef is that no one said anything or even acknowledged us, or said we will be with you in a moment that would have been good but no nothing! We stood there for 15 looking at some potential tats to talk to them about and not little tiny tattoos but I'm sure some high dollar tattoo! so we said screw let's go somewhere else and on top of the crappy service when we left an employee was standing right in front of the entrance door puffing away on a nasty cigarette that we had to walk through the stinking smoke to leave! You lost a good customer and money! this place not recommended ! read more

I got my fourth tattoo here at Elite Ink and Rick was my artist. My girlfriend was also with me and she got one too (her ninth). The staff is very friendly and accommodating. The facility is very nice, especially the lounge area which is separate from the front lobby. They have a TV, a pool table, a foosball table (my favorite), and bubble hockey with nice leather chairs for you to chill on while you observe the artwork on the walls and the overall cool things to look at. Rick expressed the most sincere interest in ensuring that the ideas we had for our pieces were well-thought out and well-executed. He's a real down-to-earth guy who has a penchant for laughs. In other words, a very desirable person to shoot the shit with for a few hours. My girl went first and Rick did a fantastic job from start to finish to be communicative and share his knowledge and advice. What started as an idea was turned into a very fantastic piece, with Rick being attentive all along the way to ensure that she agrees with the ongoing direction of the piece. Rick makes a point to show you HOW and WHY he is a professional, but not in the way of a braggart. This is a man who takes pride in his craft and is happy to share it with you simply because he loves applying tattoos day in and day out. My turn arrived to get a piece on my left calf and Rick instructed me to not dive onto the chair so as not to faceplant (sage advice). I pretended I was tough as the sweet needles penetrated my skin and delivered the beautiful and soul-cleansing experience that is putting permanent artwork on your body that will stay with you forever. Rick was also very thorough about aftercare directions and was open to questions afterward (as well as throughout the process). I know where I'm going and who to see for my next tattoo. read more

Two friends and I went to this place first for Friday the 13th after our overnight work shift. We got there around 9:48am because we knew the place opened at 10am, which was perfect for us since we finished work early. We noticed three other customers sitting in there, looking at the pages of available tattoos for that sale. The OPEN sign was also on and the door was unlocked when a friend of mine tested it, so we figured they just opened up a little early for some reason and stepped inside to see. When we walked to the counter, the lady there gave us a sour look and said that they weren't even open yet, and tells us that she "guesses" we can sign in anyway since we're already inside before repeating that they didn't open for another few minutes. Why were customers inside already, and why did they unlock the door, then? Did she act this way to the others as well? I was so confused. She didn't explain much about the process either (different shops go about this Friday the 13th thing in varying ways--whether it's paying up front first or paying with cash only--and people usually explain how things will go for the people who sign up for a tat that day), and didn't hand us a copy of the 5 pages of available tats. After we signed in and sat at one of the benches for a couple minutes, one of my friends went to go ask for a copy of the pages to browse since we weren't handed one at all. I was already NOT getting a good impression of this place. After looking through the options, one of my friends went to go ask how big these tattoos would be, and the lady said "the size of a stamp." They were asking for $31 for a simplified tattoo, the size of a stamp. So my friends and I left. As I stepped out of the shop, I heard the lady say in a louder voice behind us that she guessed this wasn't the right shop for us. Really didn't appreciate unnecessary comments. One of my jobs always says that the cashier is the first and last thing customers see before leaving the place, and that greeting people and leaving a good impression is important. It really is. Not coming back for any kind of service. They really gave a horrible first impression. Ended up getting a tattoo at 13th Hour's shop for $31 plus tip, but with way better customer service from all workers there and definitely bigger than the size of a stamp. Very disappointed about Elite Ink because I looked at all the sample art against the wall and they were gorgeous. I had been thinking that a future detailed tattoo here would be amazing, and I'm sure the actual artists are amazing people, but I won't be coming back here. So whoever it was at the counter that greeted us sourly, I would suggest you work on your customer service, because the way you spoke to us was not cool. : ( EDIT: Saw the business owner's response to my review and I have to say I am doubly disappointed in the lack of professionalism. No video/photo had even been posted on my part regarding this business, and my friends and I were actually there early since we worked an overnight shift. Please re-read the review before saying you reviewed a video that doesn't even exist. Only three other customers were in the establishment at the time, aside from us. To assume that I had a sour face under these circumstances is... confusing and comes off as rude. I noticed you changed your responses to my friends but kept your response untouched with mine. Your initial response to us was immature and unwarranted. My review was specifically to address the customer service and how we were greeted with a horrible first impression, and your responses didn't make it any better. All I can suggest is that you look into that instead of immediately berating customers who personally had to deal with it. My review is lengthy because I type in full sentences and describe situations as much as possible. Doesn't make it "odd and peculiar." read more

I don't recommend going here for a tattoo removal. I had a Groupon, and didn't have a good experience. The tattoo removal process takes place in their back storage room which didn't feel very clean or sterile. They didn't offer pre-treatment numbing cream or anything. The staff was nice, and if I were getting a tattoo, I'd feel comfortable going there, but for removal I did not. Obviously the removal process is painful anywhere, but if you are looking to get your tattoo removed go to the Skin and Vein Center in Sterling Heights, who has the most updated laser. I started going there and my tattoo has begun to fade much faster and I am so much more comfortable in the environment (it's sterile, there are doctors, they track your progress and offer lots of information) and the price is completely comparable. They also give you numbing cream to use pre-treatment. It helps (but obviously it's still a painful procedure). read more

Went here to get my ears pierced for gauges...I called and the gentleman on the phone explained to me their prices... It was 30 min before close, but we decided to go in. We met John and he was seriously super nice. He talked to me and explained to me the best size to start with to gauge my ears and show me jewelry. He took us to the back and showed us the different rooms. Everything in there was clean and super sanitized! The whole place was cozy. He talked me through the whole process while he did my ears. Made me feel very comfortable!! I was super nervous, but he just talked me through everything. When he was done he talked to us a little bit past closing and I felt so bad! I found out he was the owner! So, John...Thanks so much for everything! We will definitely be coming back to you. read more

i went to go get this tattoo a couple months ago and they did a great job but the prices are stupid high. $175 for a mom & dad tattoo? and it only took like 15-20 mins. They did a great job but the prices there are just too damn high. read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - Mom & Dad Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

This may one of the most unprofessional and disappointing tattoo shops I've ever visited. Ryan the artist I contracted to do my cover-up created a totally basic, lazy, and ugly concept. I provided him with multiple assets and direction and what I got back was awful! He then went on vacation for 3 weeks and never bothered to tell me. Since I paid a $50 non-refundable deposit, I'm now left without a good tattoo and $50 poorer! Thank god I didn't let this dude put ink on me! And I found another shop that will do it and is Very professional and amazing! Oh...and I have emailed the Manager several times! read more

I have had 5 of my 8 tattoos done here. 4 of them were done by Ryan. He is an amazing tattoo artist! I always feel comfortable with him. Each one of the tattoos Ryan has done for me hasn't been on easy areas to tattoo: wrists, finger and foot. Everyone that works there is really friendly and will stop by and chat to help keep you calm and comfortable while you're being worked on. They are very clean and only use sterile equipment. I'm looking at having two more tattoos done and will only go to Elite Ink to have them done. read more

Elite Ink Tattoo Studios - My last tattoo done by Ryan at Elite Ink in Center Line, Mi. - Tattoo Near Me - Center Line, Michigan

Hello My name is Charlene and I got a piercing done on Sunday from the Dearborn Heights location. I went to get septum piercing that morning and it was hurting like hell! At first I just thought the ring he used was just too big so I called them to ask them what gag do they start with for that piercing they said 16" my daughter just got hers done on Thursday very pretty nice and cute but at a different place. So today is Tuesday it's still hurting like crazy and very swollen I called the person who did my daughters which is another professional place and he told me to come in so he can look at it.... Just to find out it's very wrong it's not even where it's suppose to be for a septum piercing. He recommended me to take it out because it's painful and very swollen and to come back in two weeks. I called Elite in Centerline because Dearborn is closed today and left a message to speak to a manager. I want my money back! It wasn't in the correct spot, my nose is very swollen and I'm in pain. The place where he pierced it out is at the beginning of my nose here are pictures so you can see how wrong it is! I wouldn't recommend no one to go here for a septum piercing because he did me wrong read more

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Great place and affordable price to get your tattoos done! I got so addicted to tattooing I want more lol. I don't know who gave the bad review but every artist does an exceptional job and really knows their stuff! All my tattoos except for my first, done at No Name in Utica, were done here. The staff is great and knows me by name! If you want an affordable tattoo done with the highest standards done by great artists come to Elite Ink! You'll be glad you did! Also check out the FB page! read more

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I went in to get two small tattoos done. I saw the artists work and I was confident it would be done well. Unfortunately she rushed both tattoos and when I asked about the birthdate tattoo she reassured me she was very good and it would look fine. I doesn't look fine because a letter was smeared and could not be corrected. The Roman numeral was better but not impressive. I went back to get the Roman numeral fixed up that same day and the other artist who helped admitted that some artists don't take small tattoos seriously because they don't require much..... so now I have two tattoos that are mediocre at best from the top tattoo place in Michigan. Hard to believe that when I now have a messed up and permanent tattoo I wasted money on. They have great customer service but I am very disappointed. I will not be returning. read more

By far my favorite place to get both piercings and tattoos. John the owner is amazing! As well as Ashley and Brenda, they all make you feel so comfortable and they are all hilarious. My tattoos and piercings could not have come out better. Thank you again elite ink, I recommend u guys to all my friends and family.. love this place. read more

The people here are professional and down to earth, as well as friendly. I needed help with my daith piercing with my barbell that fell out, and they welcomed me in on a holiday weekend to put it back in for me. I am super appreciative!!! Thank you, and I will definitely be getting my next tattoo there once I decide what I want to get:) read more

Love this place. Everyone is very friendly and welcoming. Got multiple piercings and a tattoo done here great work :)