Background: my buddy owns a tattoo shop in CA so I'm familiar with the shop minimums and how things…read morework. I called in, Mike answered the phone, I inquired about the shop minimums because my wife and I were wanting small tattoos to remember our experience with her second Boston Marathon. Mike was willing to work with us on the fee because of the size but ultimately we felt like his work was worth the fee plus tip. We both left very satisfied and feeling very welcome, especially being outsiders from out of state. Super easy to deal with and literally the best and cleanest shop I've been in.

You know what's even better than being absolutely in love with your new tattoo? When the artist was…read moreequally as stoked about it. Mike Ouellette's work has been on my mind, so glad I finally got to Seaport Tattoo Company today. The shop is gorgeous, clean, staff were super friendly and Mike was beyond phenomenal. I could type a small novel about how great my experience was and how glad I am to have found a shop/artist to stick with that I trust 100%. Can't wait to go back. If you're here reading reviews and are on the fence- do yourself a favor...get off Yelp and book the appointment. You won't be disappointed!!

So first things first, I made an appointment to come get a tattoo back in April for October I…read morethink. I had to reschedule twice because I was starting a new job and didn't have the money. Idiot me. I think at the beginning of November I called to make an appointment for November 22nd and this time I stuck with it. I went on Saturday at 2 pm and had my appointment with Tiffany. What an amazing experience it was. First off the logo is catchy as fuck. The shop is small but also really good size. The receptionist was quite pleasant. Then I met my artist Tiffany. So gosh darn talented. I was originally going to get 4 words but instead got 2. I wanted a really cool design for the words so I was doing some research and Tiffany had some cool cursive font on her instagram that I think would pop out. She worked with me on the size of the tattoo and the color and everything. Then it came time for the tattoo. I was so nervous but she gave me a pillow to lay my head on and that helped and then she went to work. She chatted with me through the whole thing and she took her time to. The chatting helped to distract me from the uncomfortableness of the tattoo. They also were very good with letting me know about aftercare instructions which was huge. Btw Harry Potter and the prisoner of Azkaban was playing when I went in which was amazing. Honestly everything went amazing. It was such a welcoming place. Will be back for future tattoos. Thank you Boston barber tattoos and the owner for making this a welcoming place. You have earned a new client. Now to try out the barber side of this establishment!!

Got a haircut from Sara and she was amazing! She was extremely professional, truly cares about her…read morecraft and was very gentle with the cut. I highly recommend getting a haircut from her because she understood exactly what I wanted and executed it with precision.

I got a tiger head tattoo months ago. I've never wrote reviews before but absolutely love the…read moretiger head I received. I got one tattoo from this location and had a great and welcoming experience. Very nice experience. Great place to get a tat. Turned out very well after 4 month

I got tattooed by Heather and it was fantastic! She came up with a beautiful design based on what I…read moreshowed her and started me 15 minutes before my appointment when I came early. She is extremely clean and professional. She is also a personable and charismatic person and we had a lovely conversation while she tattooed me. I will definitely be back, and we had a nice talk about my next piece I wanted as well! She did an amazing job, from placement to line work to shading. Thank you, Heather!

Walked in with 5 people for some small tattoos and was able to get right in!…read more Alina was extremely welcoming, VERY cleanly, and had amazing line work. I am a bit picky when it comes to line work and Alina is a total prodigy. Very good natural talent with art and attention to detail. She sanitized every placement of a tattoo, after each persons tattoo, changed out the equipment/cleaned as needed, wore gloves, and light handed. VERY professional. The atmosphere of the place is very cool and relaxed. I'd fly back to Boston just for this place.

I go to Angie for all my tattoos in boston! her lines are crisp and thin (depending on the tattoo)…read more Came today for their friday, the 13th flash tattoos. The shop is efficient! Angies vibes are immaculate

Clifton was the absolute best piercer! It was my first and I was nervous and he was so amazing…read morewalking me through every step and answering all my questions.

I got two conch piercings here a few months ago; originally I had planned on getting one conch…read morepiercing per ear, but my piercer, Lars, recommended against it, and was very accommodating to how I wanted to proceed. I was also recommended against piercing with hoops by the people working in the jewelry cases, for which I am also grateful for. Overall, the piercing was a very pleasant experience. Everyone was so nice and patient, which put me at ease as I was very nervous. I cannot recommend Lars enough; they were very kind with me

Quality Tattoo Design business especially for Chinese Tattoo design (maybe the most popular…read moretattoo). The business is expertized but only limited on Chinese symbols design.

Dave Norton is the man. He's done eight pieces on me, and the first - photo below - is still my…read morefavorite. I walked into the shop that day knowing the style I wanted but without a concrete design. Obviously, that could've gone very poorly, but I trusted Dave's judgment. He picked the design, and it was perfect. I've never once regretted getting it. I get compliments on it all the time. Dave's other pieces for me have ranged from nerdy symbols to my cats' names to a single line running down the middle of my back. The latter, I cannot personally see, but I've been assured it is, in fact, straight. If you're looking for fine linework, Dave's your guy. The rest of the staff are consistently personable and helpful - good vibes all around. Fair prices too. If you're looking for a great tattoo shop in the Boston area, I highly recommend Pino Bros.

I've always had such an amazing experience at pino bros, I've been going to gonzalo for a few years…read morenow and he always does awesome work. everyone is so friendly, the vibes are great and there are some amazing artists here. 1000% reccommend

So I saw a coupon for ten percent off at this restaurant in Somerville. And my daughter wanted to…read moreget a tattoo today.So remembering it was here, I just popped in. They do accept walk ins, the space is huge nicely decorated.I'm pretty private even though the booths are open. Shout out to Paul, his kindness was everything. Super chill dude, real good work. He said that one of the artist was trained in Japanese tattooing. So for those of you who are looking for that, check out their Instagram. She wanted our family motto tattooed on her arm, and we were gonna write it on paper.But Paul let us just write it on her arm, and then he traced it. Shop minimum is $100, and waiver needs to be signed.

incredible experienced tattoo artists esp for japanese design work.. have been tattooed here four…read moretimes and the tattoos still look fresh 8 years after

I decided to get my first Tattoo in rememberance of my Son that passed away. I wasnt sure what I…read morewanted but with the help and guidance of the Owner/Ronnie we discussed and came to a decision. The shop was ultra modern and imaculate. His staff were all so welcoming and talanted. I live in Miami and have received so many compliments and people asking for his information. You will have a great experience at MERK INK TATTOO STUDIO. Thank You Ronnie

We traveled to Salem for our 11th wedding anniversary + my 40th birthday that is at the end of this…read moremonth. I knew that I wanted to get a tattoo to commemorate the trip. I went to 3 different tattoo shops to get an idea and a feel for their place before I decided on Merk Ink Tattoo Studio. I liked the vibe and feel of Merk Ink and I thought the woman at the front desk was very friendly and personable. It had been almost 21 years since my last tattoo so I was a bit nervous at first. She introduced me to Ireland who was very professional and made the entire session smooth and comfortable from start to finish. I decided on a small pumpkin with no color just above my wrist. The whole session took maybe an hour or so and I was obsessed with the tattoo once he was done - it was exactly what I wanted. It has been a week now and I can still say that I love my tattoo as it is healing and I am so happy that I chose Merk Ink! I will definitely be back to see Ireland the next time I visit Salem! Check them out for great work - I highly recommend!