Highly recommend! I originally came in with a pretty simple (and honestly not great) snake drawing, but then I met Olee and she completely transformed it into something so much cooler and more realistic than I could've imagined. She is incredibly talented, attentive, and made me feel comfortable the entire time. She really took the time to understand exactly what I wanted and never rushed me, which I appreciated so much. It felt like she genuinely cared about getting every detail just right. We even decided to go much bigger than I had originally planned, and I'm honestly so glad we did because I am absolutely in love with how it turned out. The whole process was way easier than I expected, fairly painless, and I didn't feel a thing afterward. I've gotten so many compliments on the detail and precision of the work. If you're looking for someone who listens, delivers, and elevates your vision, Olee is it. read more

I went to Ink Monkey to get my first tattoo. When I called earlier the receptionist was very pleasant. She welcomed me and remembered my call. I spoke with the tattoo, artist Max and he put me at ease and explained the process and the consent form . He also made sure to check my Cal ID. His station was clean. He made sure to clean and sanitized everything. I showed him the design I wanted. He made different sizes and helped me choose the best part of my arm to do it. He had some really cool tattoos. He took his time to start. And he was correct it didn't hurt. The tattoo came out beautifully and the way I wanted it. Thank you Max. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - My first tattoo from Ink Monkey by Max - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

Brought my daughter to get her nose pierced at Ink Monkey. The prices are reasonable and the place is clean (massively clean and better option than any other tattoo spot deeper into Venice Beach). The gal doing piercings is super sweet and very efficient. Would come back again! read more

Justin Yuo did an amazing job with both of my tattoos as well as my best friend's tattoo as well! He was very patient with both my sessions and overall a great experience ! I've never had a bad experience and overall everyone in the shop is super nice ! I love visiting here when I come to town to visit read more

I just got a dainty tattoo by Max at Ink Monkey -- ITS PERFECT. He was honest about abilities, what would look best, and was accommodating to everything I asked while being realistic. Will 10/10 come back to see him! read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Lemon - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

Everything amazing. Everyone was helpful and did everything to make you to feel comfortable in the space. They asked me if I wanted McDonalds while I was waiting for my tattoo, just shows the kind of people they are. Justin did my tattoo and he is awesome. Also, the shop was so clean, even bathrooms were clean too. Just shows the lengths they go for customer comfort and satisfaction. read more

Overpriced. Came in with a swollen labret piercing that was put in by the piercer two weeks prior. Was told the piercing should be upsized for another 40 dollars. Piercer was very rude and dismissive of my concerns about my lip being infected. Don't go here read more

UPDATE: Owner got my number, and called with the intention of yelling at me? I tried to have a conversation and it was extremely unproductive and I literally had to hang up... all this over a yelp review? are you guys okay? Also understandably, please don't contact me Just want to clarify my weird experience- they WILL BOOST PRICES IF THE STORE IS BUSIER, read what they wrote. I went in 2 days after initially coming in for a jewelry change for my ear piercing. I initially asked to exchange the jewelry, since I genuinely can't get it in and out, never a refund. They said no which I understand, but after, 3 people total talked to me. I asked multiple times if there was anything they could do- not ONCE did they offer to help change the jewelry, which I only took out for the MRI. Only after I asked if they could help put it back in, they said, yes, for $20. This is when they told me "I have to eat." I understand the need to earn a living- but I genuinely couldn't figure out the jewelry. To me you would want your customer to be satisfied. I also came in 2 days later, genuinely thinking they'd be willing to help me out. They did NOT offer to help me. Mind you- the price increased $10 from what I initially paid. I would've paid $10 since I couldn't get it back in- I literally drove there because nobody I knew could do it-but yes I was unwilling to have the price increase to $20? They've now tripled down on their poor customer service- don't come here. You can read their response to me yourself, Extremely weird. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - We got it in y'all- 3 friends and 2 phone flashlights later - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

amazing I loved Sam and I am so happy with my 2nd piercing. She was fun to hang out with and made me feel comfortable. My piercings healed perfectly. Can't wait to go back for more! read more

Today I went to Ink Monkey to get my lobes pierced and ask a question about how to approach fixing a tattoo I got when I was in my 20's. The website made it clear that piercings were done on a walk-in basis, so I went over on my lunch break. I was immediately helped, asked questions about what kind of piercing I wanted, and then taken to the piercing room. The process was almost completely painless (getting shots has hurt more) and they were very clear about what aftercare I needed to do as well as asking that I come back in five weeks to adjust the backing of the piercing since they make it large enough to account for swelling. After paying for the piercings (thank you again!) I spoke with a tattoo artist about fixing my old tattoo. I knew my options might be to either go in with white ink or to get it removed, and the artist explained that removal/cover up were really the only options. She was incredibly knowledgeable and explained that the white ink molecules are smaller than the black ink molecules, so white won't ever really cover up black ink once it all heals, so now I have a plan for how to approach fixing it. Everyone was so helpful, courteous, and knowledgeable. The studio was clean and calm, and I will absolutely be going back for more piercings and future tattoos! read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

I have been coming here for years! I have been pierced by both piercers. Both fantastic. I come to Two Hawks for all my piercing needs. I've gotten my tragus, septum, and nostril. And love the belly button jewelry, customer service top notch as the guy who does customer service in the front: he's always super nice! I love my belly button ring and my 14k septum! I would really recommend and I have had many piercers this is my fav! read more

20 outta 10 would recommend! All artists are great vibe was amazing the staff will take care of you read more

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Amazing session with Olee! Got 2 small tattoos... one on my leg and one on my forearm. She's was so great. Totally heard exactly what I wanted. Perfect size and lines. Will definitely go to get again soon. Super professional and talented. I have more planned! read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Feather and Lily tattoo on forearm - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

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While visiting home I got the urge for some new ink. I already had in mind the design, placement, etc. I just needed a talented artist to bring my vision to life. Especially something as personal and significant as this design. The reviews for this shop were great and I loved the art that was posted. Everyone was super nice and professional. Space was very clean and you can tell no one here skips any corners. As you can see, my tatt came out beautifully and I will be back the next time I'm in WLA and get the urge for new ink. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - The newest addition to my collection - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

Had the best experience with Max. He made me feel so comfortable and completely eased my nerves. I got two tattoos and the fine line work is absolutely perfect--so clean, delicate, and detailed. I couldn't be happier with how they turned out. Highly recommend Max! read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - This is my adorable ladybug - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

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The service was amazing! The process was fast and for my first tattoo the experience was great. I definitely recommend this place!

Second tattoo here by two separate artist. And I am still digging both of them. You honestly can't go wrong with an artist at this spot. This piece was a micro tattoo and he did a fantastic job! Plus he was cute. Always nice when ya got a cute guy touching ya lol and involved in your conversations. This place was busy. Lots of appointments, lots of walk-ins. For both art and piercings. It's super clean. The artist are very strict with their sanitation. If you want a tattoo. Pick your artist, make your appointment and enjoy your art. read more

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There are so many great things to say about this place. The vibes and the cool energy brought me in. If you are looking for a cool piercing and an amazing tattoo this is the place to come too. I will recommend Olee my Tattoo Artist who came to my assistance right away. I hadn't had a tattoo in many many years and it was time for a new one. Olee's vibe and creativity was amazing and her artistry was above and beyond. Olee genuinely cares and loves her job and it will show in your tattoo that she will make and do for you. You will not be disappointed and it's worth every penny and her work is priceless. I will be back again for another experience you won't forget. The management Cody is awesome and really cares for her customers well being. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - The coolest tattoo ever!! - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

Spontaneously popped in for new piercings and I'll be back for more. Two Hawks took good care of me , provided all the reassurance & gentle hands! I had no pain at all. The jewelry options were perfect. I went with dainty so I can get more piercings. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

I have had several tattoos done at Ink Monkey. My last one was the paw print of my dog, Charlie. I had to put him down due to cancer. It was very painful. Ale was my tattoo artist and she was so compassionate and gentle. And I am so pleased with her work. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Charlie's paw print. - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

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Went in for jewelry shortening and consultation. I was a walk in and the service was prompt and friendly

We flew in from out of state to come back to our hometown and my husband was so excited for us to get tattoos at the first place he got tattooed while we were living here. We set time aside from our crammed travel schedule (this is not a vacation) to come to this specific spot. We made an appointment with Shady Thursday/Friday prior to a Sunday appointment. We sent in the images and our desired adjustments as well as size and location, with him responding. We paid our $50 deposit ($52.50 after taxes). We arrived 15 minutes early to him working on not one but two walk-ins that were slotted ahead of us. We sat our entire scheduled appointment and then some, silently. Finally, after having sat for almost 2 hours, he calls us over and shows us a print out of the references we sent. No sketch, no mock up, just a print out like he intends to trace the entire thing as line art. I hope the woman I spoke to had a good conversation with him about his professionalism, or lack there-of. I asked for and received my deposit of $50 in cash even though it said on the form it wasn't refundable, and it was honestly the correct thing for them to do. Incredibly disappointing, I'll have to find another spot if we can even find one at all after losing our afternoon here. For a shop that has "no whining" and "actions speak louder than words" plastered everywhere, I'm surprised they put their clients though such a terrible time. read more

Got my belly button pierced here and absolutely loved it! The placement was perfect (especially since I've had it pierced before), the location is amazing, and the whole vibe was so nice and welcoming. They made me feel super calm and comfortable--it was quick, easy, and such a great experience. Highly recommend if you're thinking about getting pierced! :) read more

I had some fears about the health and wellness of some recent piercings I had gotten at a different tattoo shop in Hollywood but I've always known ink monkey to be a very reputable place in LA. . I was able to stop in and swap my new piercings out with their really awesome resident piercer now TWO HAWKS for the smaller sizes and just have everything checked out. and I can confidently say that I went from feeling like my piercings were potentially all infected or just not healing well to now not only is my Monroe, but my dermal which dermals are tricky but two other piercings I have are now doing all really well, and I got much more informative advice on how to properly clean them which I was told not to do so you really have to becautious and smart about who you go to and who you trust and listen to about piercings and I really can tell you that Two -hawks knows what he's doing so if you're gonna go get pierced read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Monroe, my septum nose ring and dermal - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

I came in as a walk-in after my nose ring fell out and was in and out within 10 minutes. Their piercer Two Hawks had just come back from grabbing lunch and he was kind enough to assist me before his break. The staff was extremely cool, kind and calm. The actual piercing took less than a couple minutes and was painless. Everything was clean, sanitary and well organized. Two Hawks is a very calm, cool guy and I felt comfortable unlike some tattoo or piercing shops can be intimidating for a woman. The selection of jewelry is incredible; they have so many pretty pieces that are up to date, original and not things you see at every other shop. There was more than enough parking in the back despite being on a busy road. Overall this is the place to go in Venice for piercings, and from what I saw in their art books in the lobby, it's the place to find a really cool tattoo also! Thanks everyone, you guys rock. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - 2 minutes to replace my nose stud by piercer Two Hawks; painless - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

Max is a very talented artist. He made a couple suggestions that really took my tattoo idea to the next level. Pricing was terrific. All the staff were very friendly. The owners were there while I was getting my ink and they were very nice and friendly. I'd definitely recommend Ink Monkey. I'll be going back. Thanks Max and team. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Batman, a death in the family - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

I have got to say this place is amazing. The staff is phenomenal. The artist are superb. Everyone here makes you feel so comfortable just like a family more than a family and I really appreciate that. The smiles the laughter you feel the love at this place. I give you, love for your great conversation about family about God about just being real. I'm the one with five kids and six grandkids. Your words are so inspiring. I want to thank you for providing me with the best customer service and it was very painless. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

Have been to this shop three times; one time for a tattoo in 2018, another time in 2023 for a tattoo and another in 2024 for a piercing, and each time I have had such a great experience. Everyone is very friendly and helpful in answering any questions. The shop is very clean and always recommend this place to family and friends. Shoutout to Gers, who is a great tattoo artist who made sure I really wanted my tattoo and provided me enough time with the image before starting. Two Hawks was also very nice and made my first piercing experience pleasant! read more

Max is a brilliant color Tattoo artist. He has a very friendly personality and produces high quality work. I would always go to Max for new tattoo's. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

Two hawks was amazing I was in and Out in no time just before he explained to me the differences of each jewelry and which one would work best for me after that he aligned perfect placement with pen made sure I was ok with it and I layed down he told me take a deep breath and Wa-la he did it so quick I didn't feel a thing and I love my new piercing. Definitely recommend this place very clean and sterile environment and helpful people! read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Navel piercing - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

Highly recommend this shop! I came here a few weeks ago with my friend. When I walked in, I noticed how spacious and clean it was. You could immediately tell that they offered numerous services. When we walked in, we were greeted by the friendly staff and we spoke greatly about which piercings we wanted. I spoke to them about my concerns of not having enough room to do a forward triple helix in which they took my concerns seriously and looked at my ear. After all my questions were answered, my friend and I got the triple forward helix. First off, I absolutely loved my piercing and the procedure was so flawless and easy. Our piercer was quick and so friendly that it was such a great vibe while it was happening. After my piercing was done, we were explained the healing process and we were thankfully given hand soap to help the healing process. My piercing is healing so great! Thank you! I definitely plan on coming back! read more

I came into Inkmonkey as a first time walk-in customer. I wasn't sure if they were crazy busy but I took my chances and walked in. It was on a Friday afternoon and hardly no customers were there. In fact, I was their first customer of the day, so I got lucky with how quick the process took. Marcus and Giuseppe were the guys who made my vision come to life. They did such a phenomenal job and I can't thank them enough for doing such an outstanding job on me. Marcus did the sketching on his sketch pad. The outline was above and beyond what I had expected. He had an appointment he needed to attend to with another customer right when he was about to work on me, so Giuseppe took over and worked his magic with the ink. I am in awe of how clean the image looks on my skin. Guiseppe is so talented and the intricate work he's done on mines tells you his craft is well perfected. If you're ever in Venice, California and in search of world class tattoo artists, you will find them here at Inkmonkey. You will be amazed with the work they do. Very talented group of tattoo artists here. I will be definitely coming back here again for my next piece. read more

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Got a tatt here from Justin while back, a rose, love it! great job, great people, good vibes.

By far it's my favorite place when I want to get a tattoo or a piercing . Recently I went in for a helix piercing and they were all helpful . Two Hawks an amazing piercer explains in depth of the healing process and the do's and don't when it comes to piercings I will definitely tell people to go there for a piercing . Thank you so much !! read more

I went there to get a tattoo and red ink on my neck when I left the tattoo place it was dark red the second day after I got it the tattoo and ink had completely faded to wear the word wasn't recognizable and I'm literally looked like nothing was there if you know that the ink is going to lighten up then you should tell the customer that before they get a tattoo or better yet as a tattoo artist just switch to a better grade of ink cost me $250 this is the second time it's happened at the shop I'm so completely pissed Pink monkey sucks don't ever f****** go there it's ridiculous that they know the ink fades like that they don't switch to a better ink and yet they don't tell the customer and they charge an outward just price they should be shut down read more

Two Hawks and I have been on a journey together. Anyone who has cartilage piercings knows you want to best in the business to ensure a speedy recovery without any bumps. You also want someone really creative with artistic sensibilities to map out your designs. Two Hawks is the best and he knows I have to be bougie, so gives me the best options to be fancy without putting my piercings in jeopardy. He's fun to talk to, a really great human and you hardly mind him driving needles through your ears. read more

Ink Monkey Tattoo and Piercing - Piercing Near Me - Venice, California

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Sam did my snakebites and septum! She was super kind and considerate and let me take a moment between each piercing to calm my nerves. She gave me a lollipop after piercing my septum because I was shaking, which was a really kind gesture. read more

Got a tattoo from Scoob. I first went in to replace an earring that fell out, and decided while I was there to get a new tattoo. I love this tattoo, it means a lot to me to have it. Scoob did a great job at showing me different fonts and helping me pick one out. We also discussed covering up 2 tattoos or incorporating some of the old tattoos into a new tattoo. I will be back to work on my shoulder and my left calf. Thanks everyone! read more

Great walk in experience with the family! Was helped with the design elements and placement. Great work by Sam.

I went about a couple weeks ago and had a tattoo done by Ale Nishi and she is just fantastic. Professional, Precise and perfect I am seriously thankful that I picked this tattoo parlor as I do so at random every time and I was very fortunate to have my letter work done by someone with a steady hand and great aftercare. Highly Recommend this shop! read more