Laid-back and friendly tattoo shop! Got small matching heart tattoos with my mom (it was also my first tattoo), and everything was done in less than an hour! Artists are helpful and chill, and we were very happy with our new tattoos. The tools were also kept clean and sanitized! :-) Overall, very good first tattoo experience, I'd recommend! read more

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Brother Ronson is the man. Fast, precise and experienced. His craft is understated and provides excellent quality with the craziest nerve pain Ive ever experienced. With that said- culturally it was worth every penny and ounce of pain. Can't wait for sessions 2-4 read more

So I got inked by Ronson and I was not disappointed. I had called when they opened to see if they would take a walk-in and ronson was able to take me for a small to medium size tattoo. Ronson was friendly and honest. He finished a small part of my existing tribal work done. And I'd say I'm more happy and with the work he had done then my previous artist. He really knowledgeable about different styles of tribal art and even Filipino tribal. Just give him a call and schedule a appointment for your tribal. He did some snake skin pattern in between my bands and free-styled the rest of the blank spaces in my left sleeve. Also cash preferred. Mahalo plenty ronson! read more

Hilo Tattoo Company - By Ronson - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

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Ronson busted out this tattoo very quickly and it looks amazing! Thanks so much! I'll be back next year! read more

Hilo Tattoo Company - Hibiscus flower - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

While I'm writing this review this business has five stars on Yelp and that is completely reflective of Hilo Tattoo Company. I found out about them through Yelp (thanks Yelp) and then scanned photos of their work on Instagram before going to the shop. I chose them to do a realistic style black and gray tattoo with clean lines and beautiful, readable lettering and that is what Marco gave me. This was my first tattoo ever and from the time I made my phone call, to stepping into the shop, I had a good feeling that things would go well-that I would be heard, taken care of, and provided with quality work and service. Marco worked with me from taking the phone call, to meeting for consultation, and then designing and applying the tattoo. He was kind to me and checked in as he did his work to make sure I was doing fine (since it was my first tattoo). He completed the beautiful outline with a single-go. He truly has natural talent for art that transfers into his tattooing skills, as well (a nice steady hand). I bombarded him with a hundred questions while he worked, which he kindly answered and shared about himself and his experience and passions. It made the experience that much more meaningful and memorable for me. Since I wear this artist's work for the rest of my life, I'm glad to know some of his story. Thank you for sharing your talents, Marco. Much aloha. read more

Hilo Tattoo Company - Olive branches and script: Abide by Marco Barrios - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

Ronson....your work is amazing! Definitely will be back for more work. Anyone looking for great people, great work, great conversations and personal connections with your artist, this is the place for you! My husband, son, and I all got tatts by Ronson and they're all amazing and have deeply personal connections with us as individuals. Thanks you for being you and being an amazingly talented guy!! read more

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Cannot say enough! Not only are they professional, experienced and skilled, but they were (extremely) patient, understanding and thorough! My tattoo is better and prettier than I ever expected. Marco is so very talented. Still can't believe he and Ronson accommodated my last minute whim the way they did. Highly highly highly recommend! These guys are awesome! Mahalo!!! read more

I walked in without an appointment after Robson had completed his last appointment. He was working on something for the next day and graciously stopped to do a little script for me! I couldn't be happier with the work I received. Mahalo Robson read more

What an awesome place to get a tattoo. I'm so thankful we went here and met with Ronson and thanks to Marco for the recommendation for what we were looking for. Ronson made this with my basic verbal description of what I wanted, he made this masterpiece. I'm still mesmerized by his artistry. Thanks so much! From Shreeveport LA. read more

Hilo Tattoo Company - Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

I don't have words. Ronson is brilliant and extremely funny and at the same time, very professional. He took a ratchet botched tattoo I got a few weeks prior at another shop and turned it into something spectacular. That is true artistry. I cried when I looked at the final product! Lol. Marco and Ronson are so welcoming and the way they make you feel like you're part of the family really went far with me and was so refreshing. Mahalo for everything Ronson!!! I can't wait to come back in! :) read more

Hilo Tattoo Company - GORGEOUS!!! Thank you for taking the horrible ink that I was told to "let go" and making it beautiful. Here we go Ima cry again, LOL. - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

The several hours I spent with Ronson Kealohi at Hilo Tattoo -- while he talked to me about the tattoo work I wanted, sketched out designs, told me some of his life story, and then gave me a tattoo that's not only truly beautiful but full of meaning -- was one of those amazing experiences that, if you're like me, you try to have more of in life but which insist on coming along randomly and when you don't expect them. If you happen to have Ronson create body art for you, and if he tells you some of what he's about, consider yourself honored. Go to him for serious work -- not for flash or vacation tattoos; he's an artist and you should treat him like one. Even while he was working on me, I was thinking: When can I get back here and have some more work done? Don't forget to check out their new space in Jan 2019, close by the current shop. Me ka naau hoomaikai, Ronson. read more

I've been going to this shop for the past 5 years now. HANDS DOWN Hilo Tattoo Company is the best tattoo shop in Hilo. All the artists are super down to earth and friendly, they all have year's of experience tattooing. You can see it in their work. What I love most is the vibe in there. I've been to other shop's where the employee's don't give a damn about connecting with the customer and you're left feeling out of place and not at all comfortable getting a tattoo. But not at Hilo Tattoo, when you walk in it feels like you've known them forever, it feels like family.... Everything is sanitary and properly cleaned. I have never once had any issues with tattoo's I've gotten from this shop. (Can't say the same for shop's I went to in the past) There are five artists at the shop Marco, Ronson, Delshay, Cyrus, and D. They all have many different skills. My go to guy is Marco Barrios. He's been my artist the last 6 years and I've never gone to anyone else because he is GREAT at what he does. The lines are perfect and no matter what I throw at him he's able to incorporate it some way in my sleeve (which you should know I've been making piece by piece which can get stressful) But, Marco always goes above and beyond anything I expect, and he make's it 100x better than what I thought it would be. Luckily I'm able to watch all the other artists do their thing when I'm getting my work done. They all are extremely talented! I've seen cover ups, intricate designs, portraits, lettering, new school ,freehand, polynesian, etc. You name it, one of these guys can do it. Go see for yourself, tell umm tash sent you(; read more

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If you're looking for an amazing place to get tattooed with trustworthy artists, this will definitely be your place to go. I've been tattooed by 5 different people in 5 different shops, this shop and these guys are truly the best. Marco and Ronson make you feel welcomed from the moment you walk in and both are extremely talented! DO NOT hesitate to come to any of these two, you wont regret it. read more

This tattoo shop is the best on the island.. MARCO has done about 7 tatts of mine and quality is amazing!! Ronson did a poly leg piece that I have gotten endless compliments about!! Full professional and reasonable read more

Hilo Tattoo Company - Sick Poly piece.. MAHALO RONSON!! - Tattoo Near Me - Hilo, Hawaii

I've been coming here for a few years now and I have to say that this place is a gem. I use Marco and his work is absolutely incredible. They are extremely easy to work with and are on par with the quality you would get in any major city tattoo parlor. Honestly someone compliments me on one of the tattoos i got from him at least once a day. They are really reasonable price wise and super flexible with their schedule so you don't have to to wait forever. I've literally recommended someone fly to Hawaii just to get work done here. I've been all around the United States and this is my favorite shop by far. I guarantee you won't regret any tattoo you get here! read more

Got my first tat here a few weeks ago. Definitely trying to come back again for anymore tattoos. Marco made sure that I knew what I was getting into before hand and he also made sure I was prepared for the time that it would take for this tattoo. I recommend anyone who is looking to get work done to come in and check out the shop, very welcoming atmosphere. read more

Best Guys to get tatted by, they make you feel super comfortable and vibes is great as soon as you walk in the shop. Got all my tattoos done by them & have another appointment this Friday! Definitely recommend coming here! read more

Marco was amazing! I popped in to see if he could give me a small wrist tattoo before I caught my flight back to the mainland, and he was able to. I forgot to pull out cash, so he was kind enough to let me get it from a nearby atm after he had already tatted me. You can tell Marco has a genuine kindness to him. He listened to what I wanted, advised on something regarding where I wanted my placement and was able to complete it super fast. I was in and out in less than 40 minutes. I will be back for more once I return to the Big Island. If I were local, I'd be back much sooner. Thank you Marco! - Naz, from California. read more

Marco and Ronson are awesome!! They did a collaboration on my half sleeve and it turned out absolutely how I wanted it. Told them what I was thinking and what I liked and didn't like artistically and let them go for it. They are masters of their trade and will work with you to have a great experience and awesome piece of art. The shop is totally chill and jokes and life stories made the time fly bye. Couldn't have asked for a better experience for my first tattoo. read more