Upon walking into the shop, you notice how clean it is but you also notice the fascinating art on…read moredisplay. The owner, Manny, is the best tattoo artist I have ever encountered. My wife and I did a lot of searching online for an artist that had that certain touch when it came to both realism, as well as ability to be whimsical. We were blown away by his portfolio on IG. When we first met him, we knew we made the right choice. No fluff, no BS, just straight up honest man. What you see is what you get. Professional but down to earth. Extremely talented but not an arrogant jerk. Listens to you as the client and gives his professional opinion on how to make your ideas really stand out while still staying true to your want. I wanted a Demon Hunter (metal band) logo with a sword through the skull and a Scripture verse. He drew it up and explained how to best incorporate everything. After settling into a comfortable lounge chair (I had the option to sit up, lay down or lounge), it was on to getting a work of art that I've been wanting for a long time. Between the music playing, the conversation and actually feeling relaxed, it was the best tattoo experience. Look no further than Manny of Grit and Stone for the tattoo of your dreams. Not only did he take on my religious tattoo, but also my whimsical Mickey Mouse tattoo. You can't pigeonhole the man into one style. He's a man of many abilities. The man is as talented as they come. If you have to wait a month or two to be tatted by him, do it. His art is worth it.

I have gotten two piercings here and multiple tattoos now. The staff is so friendly and helpful…read more It's always good vibes when you're here. I recommend this place to all of my friends & coworkers!! Shoutout to Nat, Mike, and Jake for my piercings and tattoos!!

Finally took the plunge to get my first tattoo yesterday ! I was both nervous yet excited for this…read moreopportunity and I was happy to have my friend Jessie with me to get a tattoo as well . I was able to secure a reservation with the owner Mike , I just had to email him a picture of the tattoo design and put down a $40 deposit . The tattoo parlor was clean and cozy , and once I met Mike , I was put immediately at ease . He was great to work with , and knowing this was my first tattoo , he was nice enough to distract me with some conversation and throughly explained the after care procedures. I am very pleased with the results , as was my friend ! I may even get another one in a few years , and I would have them do it again! Make Hone and Forge the place for your tattoo needs, you won't regret it!

Brandon's black and grays are the best around. Very talented artist…read more Don't settle for a budget tattoo artist. It lasts on your body forever (well it should). Whytebread is the real deal.

If you go here get a tattoo done by Jeff. He's so nice and makes you laugh through the pain!! This…read moreis my second time coming here and the prices are so reasonable. My New favorite place!

Amazing work! The ink is pretty good too, been a yr since i had my tattoo done and its not faded…read moreyet! No touch up required, unlike other places. Got my first tattoo done here and I Love it!!!! They make you feel comfortable and the place is sterile clean! If i ever get another one done, i'm going back there!!! And price is good too!!! not overrated like other places i looked up!

I'm horrified. Look, I was willing to be lenient, but this…read moreis too much. I set up a meeting with Chris several weeks in advance. When I went to meet him at his shop at the agreed date and time he isn't there and one of his employees tells me he had a family emergency. Okay, I understand. I grab his number and start arranging for another date to meet up for my consultation. He stops talking. Radio silence. No explanation. I assume he's busy, so I let it go and try again a few weeks later. I do this twice. Nothing. Chris is entirely unreliable and unprofessional and I do not recommend doing business with him. There are several tattoo shops much more worthy of your time and money who are willing to put in the time and effort to earn your business, especially in Buffalo. DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME.

I have many tattoos on my body that I regret getting. Some are just bad, some are just a part of my…read morepast. One I needed gone forever was highly embedded in black ink (a well-done tattoo, but one I regretted getting). I chose Chelsea for my cover-up not only for her incredible work, but she had the best cover-up work I seen! I presented her with some ideas I saw online, all with a similar theme of a mandala with flowers. She drew something up for me, using pictures of real lily flowers (my fave) she had growing from her previous home and I loved it and was ready to go. This took a few sessions due to the detail she puts into her work. If you want something worthwhile, especially a cover-up, please go for quality and detail over "saving money" or you will regret it! You will also enjoy listening to music here and she will put up a room divider to cover you if someone comes in, or someone is there with another client, so you won't be seen if say you have a vulnerable or private part of your body exposed. There is no one else I would go to for tattoos after my sessions with Chelsea. I can't say I regret the tattoo she covered up ... it's what led me to this cover up which is my absolute favorite tattoo! This picture is almost 2 years healed.

When my daughter requested a new tattoo for a birthday gift, I had her schedule us both an…read moreappointment at Pebbles Ink. My daughter already had work done by Chelsea (owner of the shop) and I really liked the work she'd done. The shop is very clean and well organized. Decor is eye-catching, and enhances the overall energetic vibe you feel when you walk in. The staff are very professional and meticulous about making sure all tools and work areas are sterile and sanitized. The products used for any service they offer and provide are high quality. I will mention they may be pricier than other shops, but the quality of the work justifies it. You get what you pay for! I've become a repeat customer, since Chelsea tattooed my cat's paw-prints I definitely recommend Pebbles Ink for tattoos and piercings!

My tattoo artist is Kenna and it was my first time visiting the shop to get some work done by her…read more I love that the gallery work is featured as soon as you walk in so you can check it out before and after your appointment. I also love that it's so open so you can talk to the other artists while you're there and get there input and collaboration. The shop is clean and beautifully decorated. Street parking is usually pretty easy to find. All of the artists here are very talented and you can find one that will fit what you want very easily.

I wanted to get a colorful memorial piece in 2022 for my late cat. After searching around for a…read moregood local color tattoo artist, I stumbled upon Gabe Levitt. I reached out and scheduled an appointment. Communication was clear and there was a deposit upon scheduling the appointment. The over all price was a bit high for me. But for the size and detail of the piece I believe the price was very fair. Upon entering the building it has kind of an open space loft kind of feel. With a small art gallery and prints and stickers from local artists for sale at the desk. Gabe was attentive and took me to a table to get my art that I wanted done and work on the design a bit more. The communication was on point the whole way through and about 5 hours later I had a wonderful new tattoo to remember my cat by. Its one of my favorite tattoos and healed really well with the second skin.

Jeff's Tattooing in West Seneca, NY…read more If you're looking for a tattoo artist with unparalleled attention to detail and an exceptional artistic vision, look no further than Jeff's Tattooing in West Seneca, NY. I've had the privilege of working with Jeff for years, accumulating over 60 tattoos from his talented hands, and I am currently building a sleeve on my second arm. Every piece Jeff creates is a masterpiece--perfect, precise, and deeply reflective of his incredible talent. What sets Jeff apart is not just his technical skill but his ability to translate your ideas into stunning works of art. His attention to detail ensures that every line, every shadow, and every color is exactly as it should be. Jeff's artistic views and talents are nothing short of amazing. He takes the time to understand your vision and brings it to life in a way that exceeds expectations. I can confidently say that I will never go anywhere else for my tattoos. If you're serious about quality and looking for a tattoo artist who truly cares about his craft, Jeff is the only choice. the one negative review is bs this man will not even put a tattoo on you if it looks dumb. he is all about the quality not a quick buck to slap ink on someone. sincerely , Rob yaeger

left feeling sad and disappointed. I asked for a simple word on my collarbone written in cursive…read moreand what was left on my body was completely different than what the stencil put on my body was. After many attempts at him trying to "fix it", i decided i would rather look else where for them to fix it. I am embarrassed to show people this tattoo.

We called to inquire about walk-in appointments and were promptly called back to confirm that we…read morecould come in and get our tattoos. The young lady, Nesha, was fantastic, friendly, and accommodating. We highly recommend her and will definitely visit her again when we're in Buffalo.

Update : Alchemy has refunded the money for the poorly done tattoo …read more AKA " Alchemy Smoke Shop " Essentially a souvenir shop of the incense , hot topic style clothing , t shirts and other trinkets of not high value sort . Now there is a market for this type of merchandise and I can appreciate that , but customer service is often very poor . Make sure you know the return policy before buying . I DEFINITELY would look elsewhere, or make sure to really review an artists portfolio as you would with any shop . . My children have gone here and the quality of the tattoo has been inconsistent to very poor . See photo of a tattoo that the artist admitted was not good and it clearly isn't , and no solution was offered .