This is absolutely the ONLY place in the super northern part of California to get a tattoo. Curt Baer and his entire crew are excellent artists. This place has international tattooists taking guest spots, and that says a lot for a shop in such a rural (ish) area. I personally have been tattooed by Curt twice, and his lines, detail, and saturation are on par with the best in the business. He's no nonsense, and when you sit down in his chair he tattoos you from start to finish, and asks a more than fair rate for the art you get. The environment is super chill, all of the artists are cool people, and the walls are plastered with beautiful art. There's an artist at this shop for anything you're looking for. Look at any of the artists portfolios, and you'll see that the other shops in town full of wannabe artists and scratchers with certificates aren't even competing. Don't waste your time with them, you'll just end up in Iron Mountain to get it covered anyway! Just because someone competed on a "reality" show, doesn't mean they have any real talent. The art speaks for itself. read more

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This place is awesome and Eli is an amazing tattoo artist! I am going back today and can't wait to get more!

Of all the tattoos shops in the North State, I trust Iron Mountain 100%. Between my husband and I we have had over 10 tattoos done by Eli. The vibe is great and they take their craft seriously. So many tattoo shops in Redding pop up but don't take the basic art of tattooing seriously. Iron Mountain is the place to go to in the North State. read more

Absolutely wonderful service! Curt got us in last minute and did a great job for my sister and I's matching tattoos.

Curt did my Koi Dragon and it turned out amazing. He's also a great guy to sit and BS with while getting tattooed!

I took a chance on letting Justin May tattoo me. I recommend trying someone else. His line work or should I say tracing is amateur at best and has an attitude to match. He may have some talent hidden in there but needs some more apprentice years to find it. Go elsewhere. read more

I'm 74 and have been dreaming of getting a tattoo for at least 10 years. Curt did an amazing job. His line work and shading on my sunflower is awesome. Dreams come true at Iron Mountain Tattoo read more

So it's with mixed feelings that I post this review. The instant I set foot in the shop the people are very friendly and it's a nice shop. But I had a very negative experience here from then on. I had a tattoo done that got terribly infected. It was done June 22nd and it's still has scabs coming off of it. I started a sleeve for my birthday and this place was the first tattoo I got that started it. I have since gone elsewhere and gotten another tattoo that has already healed before the one I got here at iron mountain. In the first week of getting it. I went through hell. It got so reddish pink and swelled up to the point I thought I would have to go to the ER. For two days I couldn't move my arm above my head and it was oozing puss and looked awful. It was throbbing, having shooting pains and I was crying from being in so much pain. As it's healed the skin is all uneven and lumpy. People are asking me what happened and my comments on my tattoo which was supposed to be my birthday present and that I paid A LOT of money for in hopes of getting beauty have been "looks like a stick on tattoo, looks inexperienced, she really dig into you, wow that's rough, looks blotchy" During that week I was panicking and when I reached out to the artist I got really no sympathy at all but more so a tough break and probably your fault email back but thanks, I'll use this as a growing experience as an artist....Really? Well I'm glad that you can grow from this. But This in on ME for life not you. And I am the one that had to deal with the pain and I am the one that has to hear the comments not you. I am trying to put topicals on the skin to heal it cause it feels like I was mauled by an animal. My partner had even gotten a kit basically for burn victims with gauze and helped bandage me. It was humiliating going to work like that. But the worst was going through all of this and the defensive treatment like oh tough shit from the business itself. Luckily the artist I am working with now said he can fix it and told me he doesn't know why some artists feel the need to go so heavy. You can go lightly and still get a tattoo looking good, plus you don't have to use those giant fat coils. So this disastrous monstrosity will be fixed but I paid a lot to have it done, tipped a lot, all to have it basically be covered up and treated poorly, and have the "sucks to be you peace out" and there's the door treatment. Pretty uncool if you ask me. Never setting foot near this establishment again. Would have been nice to just be treated human rather than for them to go instantly defensive, probably wouldn't have felt the need to write this review but some people can't set ego aside and I really felt screwed over read more

Iron Mountain Tattoo - By Jessica. Most of the ink came out. Healed lumpy, blotchy, Looks nothing like when I left the shop. - Tattoo Near Me - Redding, California

My husband and I came in to get arrow tattoos. Aaron was so great with his drawing and clean lines. Definitely recommend this place! read more

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Curt runs a clean shop that pumps out great, high quality work. I won't trust anyone else with my tattoos. read more

Iron Mountain Tattoo - Foxy Lady, by Curt Baer - Tattoo Near Me - Redding, California

I loved my tattoo and experience at Iron Mountain Tattoo I hear that all of the artists are great but I had Curt do a script memorial tattoo for my grandmother and loved it! I drove all the way from the Bay Area to have him do it because I've heard such great things about his work! Thrilled with my tattoo! Everyone was super kind which means a lot when you're walking into a tattoo shop. Very helpful with all of my questions and understanding of my nerves! read more

I've gotten 3 tattoos here, pretty detailed with shading all by different artists. Tattoos were great and I'm happy with how they turned out but honestly the only thing that makes me hesitate about going back is how they aren't very friendly. I feel like I'm inconveniencing them by asking about tattoos and their availability. Makes me sad because I have to find a new place to go. read more

Went in for "Mini Skull Monday" just because it sounded fun and felt like something I had to do.... it was definitely fun and I don't regret it a bit! My mini skull was tattooed by Tony Vau and he was great. Calming and fun to talk to. It's been about a month and the tattoo has healed perfectly and looks great....bright, colorful and fun. Love the shop...like an art gallery and everyone there was really great. When I feel the need for another tattoo, I'd definitely go back! They are professional, offer great work and a fun experience. read more

I went to this tattoo shop to ask about a tattoo everyone in there was rude I stood there quietly waiting to be asked if I needed help after a while i asked how long a wait before someone could help me and a man said what do u want, I told him I was wanting a white snow flake tattoo, if anyone does dermal tops, and the price he rudely told me to leave my name and number and they would call me, no one ever called me I tried to call and they never answered thier phone the place looked clean but it was a big open room no privacy and your around a bunch of jerks so probably try every tattoo shop before this one read more

I came into the shop on a Monday, looking to get my feet tattooed. I was greeted by friendly staff and encouraged to look at the artist's portfolios. I ended up requesting Justin May, who had availability a few days later. He drew up an amazing piece the day of the appointment and was adamant in making sure both tattoos were symmetrical (which I greatly appreciated). After about 1.5 hours, we were done and the end result totally exceeded my expectations. The price was very reasonable. I'll be returning in the future and highly recommend Iron Mountain Tattoo to anyone looking to get a new tattoo. read more

Curt Baer's work speaks for itself. Always clean line work, solid shading, and original designs. It's nice to see artists who actually respect the history and integrity of their craft. The pricing is very reasonable considering the quality of the work. True artists work here, and that's rare in the tattoo industry these days. I recommend Iron Mountain to anyone and everyone. read more

Iron Mountain Tattoo - Ursula Back Piece by Curt Baer - Tattoo Near Me - Redding, California

Jacqui is Awesome!!! This is the best place in town for all of your tattoo needs. She has done a few pieces for me now and just completely redesigned a Horrible tattoo that I had received in the past. I love it. Plus it's always nice to work with someone that always has a beautiful smile on the face while they are at work. Thanks again. And I'll be back. Sincerely a very satisfied customer. read more

Iron Mountain Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Redding, California

So it's been almost a month since I got my tattoo from here and I still love it! Jeff was down to earth and nice to talk to while getting my tattoo done. I came in with just an idea to get a sunflower and some words and I was very open to ideas on font and design (I think that scared him at first, not many people are open for whatever) but the first thing he drew up I loved so we did it! He added so much detail into my flower that it just pops off my skin! Definitely going back for more! read more

Iron Mountain Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Redding, California

Curt was amazing. This place is clean, down to earth and has amazing artists. I love my new piece and will be going here for all of my tattoos. read more

Iron Mountain Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Redding, California

2 out of the 3 tattoos I have were done here. It is very reasonably priced. The man that works at behind the counter right as you walk in is always very friendly and nice. Both tattoos that I got done were done by Justin and they turned out pretty nicely. I will continue to be going here when wanting more tattoos! read more

Iron Mountain Tattoo - Tattoo done by Justin - Tattoo Near Me - Redding, California

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I absolutely love iron mountain Ian is always at the front waiting to great you and help you book an appointment they have profolios of all the artist work I personally found my tattoo artist Jessie coccio I love getting work done by her the place is very clean and they are all friendly you won't regret going here hands down the best shop around read more

Had a American flag done and they did great work. My wife is going to have Mary holding Jesus done. I highly recommend them. Norvin. read more

I am a 64 year old woman who has had tattoos "back in the day." I have an area on my leg that has some permanent bruising. My goal was to see if they could cover the area with a tattoo as I am very self conscious about it. First of all when I walked in there were no smiles or friendlyness from the three young men there. I even tried to make a joke about having old skin. Not a smile. They made me feel awful and old. The man that finally came to the counter said he would ask the other two men what they thought. He soon walked back and said the general consensus was they couldn't do it. They did not even look at the area. Talk about age discrimination. I am from Santa Cruz where tattoo artists are kind. You guys definitely fit the Redding model. I hope your Moms don't get disrespected like the disrespect you showed this old lady. Bummed that I have to give you a star in order to pass this on. read more

Best tattoo shop in Redding, in my opinion. Curt Baer has done most of my work and hes always been super friendly. The shop itself is really cool inside and the music is good. read more

I had a small tattoo here done a while ago. I was recommended here by a friend, and was able to walk in without an appointment. I had a guest artist that was there from Phoenix, AZ take my computer print out and put an artistic twist on it. He did a beautiful job, and the space was extremely clean and welcoming. I've referred other friends here and have heard nothing but other great reviews and seen amazing work. read more

Well I got script here. Looked good for a week or so. The none letter started to fade and if you spread our the letter you can see an empty spot where there should be ink. It also is crooked. Way to pricey for a messed up tat:( I will give them a star for being very clean. read more

TLDR; The artist doing my work over estimated their ability for my piece and in the end we could not finish. I left the business with an okay but unfinished tattoo and have no intention of returning to have my work finished here. Came in with good expectations, have had friends come from here with good results but I had a disaster of an experience here. Spent a good five hours getting worked on and ended with less than an hour's work left on the piece because I started rejecting the ink. I was never warned this could be an issue before it started happening. I should have seen the red flags as the artist said vague, slightly condescending comments about my work being done like nobody gets this much work done in one sitting. But I was under the assumption they wouldn't do work they didn't think should be done, as any professional should. Aside from that the atmosphere was not very relaxing hardcore metal and punk was played the entire time, which is to taste. But the most annoying thing was an ongoing pissing contest between my artist and another artist about who's childhood was rougher growing up in Redding vs SoCal. I felt it was something that shoudl be duked out over a few beers at home and not at the work place. Nothing hostile was said but as a customer I felt exasperated, as I was stuck in the middle of listening to that for a bout a good hour during the time I was there. The biggest foul I only came to realizes was after we had ended the session and I left the studio. I was never given any aftercare advice and had to seek out information on my own. All and all, my tattoo itself is not terrible but I feel I should have sought out a more professional and considerate artist who would have been honest and stopped our session at a reasonable point and offered a second appointment at a point before I had a physical reaction to the process. read more

I've gotten compliments on the quality of my artwork by Curt and Jacqui everywhere I travel! The shop is clean and they make you feel welcome whether you're a regular or first time customer. I won't go anywhere else and I recommend them to everyone I know! While I haven't been tattooed personally by the other artists, I've seen the quality of their work and it meets the high standards Iron Mountain is known for. I wouldn't hesitate to visit any artist in the shop! read more

Some of the best quality tattoos I've ever seen. I've got 4 tattoos from Curt and I'd have about 10 more if my wife would let me! You get the full experience with a professional atmosphere, awesome tunes, authentic people, and just the right amount of bad assery. Can't wait to go back and get more work done! read more

I had a cover up done by Luke after hearing great things about the shop but it didn't turn out too well. For one thing the cover up looks like a cover up. People always ask me what I covered up with the new tattoo. Not a good thing. The second problem is he was pretty heavy handed, and ink blew through leaving a greenish outline around the tattoo. So now I am finding instead of wearing dresses during the hot summers of Redding I am wearing pants to cover the bad artwork. 2 stars for cleanliness and the ability to get me scheduled within a week and because the staff was insanely nice. I won't be going back here again tho. read more

I had a great experience with Justin today. He was fun and professional. My brother and I did siblings tattoos of triangles but different to our own personality. Thank you Iron Mountain for squeezing us in today! read more

Justin May is outstanding. Had a specific tattoo in mind, made an appointment for 2 days later, emailed photos, and when I arrived it was beautifully drawn up. It was quick, and the result was wonderful and exceeded my imagination. The atmosphere and people working here are awesome too, had a few laughs during the process. Price is fantastic for the results, I will definitely recommend this shop and artist. Thank you Justin! Love my new piece read more