My mom and I went to get facial piercings, and the piercer's name was Justin, and he was great to talk with! The piercing process was very easy, as we just did walk-in. The wait was very short, and overall the building has a really cool vibe. read more

I got my first tattoo, Jet was my artist. Awesome experience. He walked me patiently thru the process, step by step, gave me several expert options regarding the tattoo I wanted. Not painful at all. Excellent experience and thrilled with the result. Highly recommend! read more

Mad Ethel's Tattoo & Body Piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Mad Ethel's is the place for a tattoo or piercing in Raleigh. Ember is incredibly skilled especially with watercolor tattoos. The establishment is clean, welcoming, and reasonably priced for the level of skill and service provided. It is located downtown so I park on the street out front. I recommend looking through the artists' Instagram pages for examples then contacting the shop to make an appointment. read more

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Sarahanne has been a wonderful tattoo removal technician! I am in the process of getting tattoos on my arm laser removed in preparation of a cover-up. Sarahanne has been kind, knowledgeable and informative of the process throughout and is always a delight. read more

They are very kind at the front desk and Ashley was amazing for my nose piercing I will definitely go back! Love them

Everyone is so nice and helpful! The process was so smooth and easy. Everything was carefully explained and I was told how to take care of it the right way and what I should use to clean it. Overall an amazing experience, definitely recommend coming here! read more

Phenomenal shop. Clean, friendly , and professional. My artist was Marion and he was amazing. He was honest about my initial design and gave some excellent advice to create an amazing new tattoo. I'll be going back many times. read more

Mad Ethel's Tattoo & Body Piercing - New microphone and headphones tattoo. By Marion. - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

AMAZING place. My go to piercing place. The Piercers are so professional but very outgoing and friendly at the same time. Both Ashley & Justin (the piercers) are amazing individuals and I can tell they love what they do. 100% recommend for anyone looking for a welcoming, comfortable environment to get new piercings. read more

Such a lovable tattoo shop. I found "Jamma" Jamie online threw Instagram and immediately knew, that's who I was going to for my next tattoo. Though, I had some reservations when I first saw the design once it was inked on me I fell in love. The store itself was clean with a very good vibe. I'll definitely be going back again. read more

Setting up an appointment was very easy and smooth. My artist was Clint. He was very professional and did a great job.

I do not hand out five stars lightly, and these stars are specific to the artist I collaborate for my ink. Let's talk about Mad Ethel's @mad_ethels first though. I prefer the Glenwood location, because it's the only location I've been to. This is a very clean shop with some cool decor (wish the popcorn machine was always operable). I can tell the owner and people working there take pride in their crafts. It is also a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. They are sticklers for rules- best to follow along... overall, I would highly recommend anyone with ink or piercing needs to check this place out. This has been the only repeat business for ink that I have ever used and for great reason! Jet... Jet (@triadtatoos) is great at what he does. A methodical and precise conductor of skin stabbing equipment. You walk away feeling great about the work he has accomplished, knowing the skin will heal nicely. (Always follow aftercare instructions from your artist, they know what they are doing). Check out Jets portfolio (either on Mad Ethel's website or his instagram (@triadtattoos). Fine lines, black & grey, what ever your needs, he will expertly apply your ideas. I feel Jet puts more effort into his work than most knowing his brand is what you're wearing. And there is always great banter in 'the office' while there too. read more

I have come here many times in the past few years and the staff is friendly and explain in depth your questions. The Studio is immaculate! and very homey to help you relax. Ember is my tattoo artist and her work is absolutely the best she takes the time to make it all exactly what you want, desire and them more! I am now thinking of getting an earring but need more time to think how I want to look. I will not go anywhere else and I have traveled a lot and this is the best place. read more

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Justin was amazing! He was knowledgeable and made my sister and I super comfortable. This was such a great experience, I can't wait to go back for another piercing. read more

So I've wanted to get my septum pierced for a crazy amount of time but I always thought I didn't have the anatomy for it. Today I learned otherwise when I finally got the guts to just ask. They got me in so fast and the piercer was so nice and helpful. He was very informed and taught me and the person I was with about genital piercings which I thought was very interesting. The septum looks way better than I could have imagined and I'm so happy with it. I loved the inside of this shop because it's not a typically decorated shop. The rooms were huge and and bathrooms both had very distinct and cool themes. We ended up talking to the piercer and the woman at the front desk for so long. Overall great experience! read more

Mad Ethel's Tattoo & Body Piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

We got our 7 year old daughter's ears pierced here by Brad. While it was pricey ($140 total), he was open to all my questions and willing to explain the reasons for cost and the benefits to piercing with a sterilized needle as opposed to a piercing gun. I felt Brad was extremely knowledgeable and he was great with my daughter and our 5 year old son who tagged along. My daughter did cry. She doesn't have much of a pain tolerance and she was scared. I know it did hurt a bit. But we have had ZERO issues with healing. It's been a little over a month, she's been swimming in the ocean and the pool. We've barely touched them except to rinse after swimming and of course they get soaked in the tub when she takes a bath. We've seen no draining, redness or any pain. The earrings are super safe since they did get caught on her hair about a week ago and rather than pull on her ear, the front gem popped out of the post that goes into her ear, just the way it was described to us. We easily slipped it back in. Highly recommend getting piercing done at this location. Just be prepared for questions from little ones since there is some gothic type decor including a nude little cherub boy statue relieving himself. You'll also walk through clients receiving tattoos. My kids were curious, but otherwise unfazed. I would def go again. read more

Mad Ethel's Tattoo & Body Piercing - Child's ear piercing. - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Got my nose pierced here. Piercer was extremely professional and had years of experience. A little pricey but would recommend!

I got a piercing here last month and am happy with my experience! I called first to get more info, set up an appointment, and headed there that same day. The staff were all super helpful and friendly. The shop was pretty busy on a Friday afternoon - full of people getting new ink! I would definitely come back here or recommend them to others. read more

ASK FOR JUSTIN (glenwood location)!! I am super allergic to nickel so I got a titanium gold ring. It was super quick, professional, and I got my appointment the same day I called. They also will repierce if you don't like it for any reason or it falls out or whatever. I will definitely be back (: read more

Mad Ethel's Tattoo & Body Piercing - Super awesome septum piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

My cousin and I were looking for a place to get a couple of piercings completed. This was no easy task in the midst of a pandemic but Mad Ethel's delivered. The location is prime. Conveniently located in the Raleigh area. The shop is gorgeously set up and exudes the type of professional atmosphere one would hope for when getting their body penetrated with ink or steel. The staff were friendly and accommodating. Our experience with our piercer, Brad, was relaxed, informative, fun, and safe. Brad was extremely courteous, personable, knowledgeable, and professional. He walked us through the entire process, made recommendations based on our health and well being, not the bottom line. His completed work was appreciated by both of us. The area where the work was done was clean and welcoming. The price was fair and the wait time almost non existent. We were both thoroughly satisfied with our experience and highly recommend Mad Ethel's to anyone looking for a tattoo or piercing in a relaxed, fun, professional environment. Thanks! read more

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Got a nose and the daith piercing. Very professional, down to earth and clean. Made the experience a breeze. Highly recommend this place!!

I stopped in as a walk-in to get a tattoo of my dog with some words that were on her collar tag. Clinton was working with another client, so I waited up front, which was very comfortable. He asked what style I wanted and what kind of font. The stencil was perfect and so is the final product. The experience was pleasant and did not take long at all. Highly recommend! read more

Had our girls ears pierced today and could not have been happier with the people and cleanliness. Thank you for such a pleasant experience! read more

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i cannot say any bad things about this place, it was the best tattoo shop i've been too. i went to the 215 glenwood location and my artist was Jet Tamburri. it being my second tattoo i came in not fully informed about sizing and ink bleeding with small tattoos, he kindly and patiently answered all my questions and helped me to pick a tattoo that would look better on my skin in the future and he really looked after me, i'm so grateful for all of his help. i changed my tattoo location and had to change my font in order for it to be longer lasting and look better. he freehanded the quote i wanted in the prettiest handwriting and i loved it! he did such an amazing job and was so kind, respectful, and patient!! definitely do your work with him!! read more

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Justin pierced my nose at the new Mad Ethel's Glenwood location and I can't say enough good things! He made me feel very comfortable and as though no question was a silly one. The environment was extremely clean and the piercing instruments all sterile (as one would expect). He explained what he was going to do and the care process after piercing clearly and patiently. I would recommend Justin at Mad Ethel's for anyone looking to get a piercing! Thanks for a great experience! read more

The guys here are so awesome! My friends and I went back in June to get helix piercings and the staff is so friendly and the vibes are spot on. Excellent service, clean space. read more

Mad Ethel's Tattoo & Body Piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

update: maybs not the best tattoo place, didnt really like how mine turned out and its really expensive read more

Mad Ethel's Tattoo & Body Piercing - Tattoo area - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Got two pieces done from Ember and she was an amazing artist!! And the vibe in the shop was laid back and funny. Everyone got along you can tell they are like a family in there. I felt comfortable and welcome during my whole appointment. And obviously the point of tattooing is for great work which also my artist did a perfect job. She made sure I was happy with placement and size at her line work was impeccable. So if you are looking for a new artist or are new to the area and looking for a New shop I 10 out of 10 recommend read more

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My sister and I got same day appointments for nose piercings. Justin was the piercer for my sister and I. We both got our nostrils pierced. He was very clean and knowledgeable. He did an amazing job! Highly recommend. read more

Came in to get a daith/helix piercing on a whim. Brad is by far the best ever! I had no pain and it was quick. He educated me and talked through out the process. From the sterilization process to needle size. I'm very inquisitive by nature and he welcomed any and all questions I had. Also, the front desk person was extremely nice and welcoming. Plan on returning soon!! read more

Mad Ethel's Tattoo & Body Piercing - Hours later... - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Went in for a consult, spoke with Jet. Very professional, very clean. Appointment was scheduled for a few months out, but hey. Good artists tend to have a wait list. Jet was able to get me in sooner and my tat was done beautifully. Jet was very professional, friendly and I love how my tattoo came out. Already scheduled for 2 more and a small add-on to the one he did. I thought pricing was fair, because you get what you pay for. And I'm extremely happy with what I got. Can't wait to go back!! read more

Mad Ethel's Tattoo & Body Piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I had a wonderful experience at Mad Ethel's today. Paul was awesome. He gave me exactly what I wanted, but asked thoughtful questions and provided great suggestions. The shop is clean with an upscale vibe. Nothing sketchy here. Everyone was super welcoming and I felt very at ease. I will definitely come back. read more

By far the best piercing experience I've had. Bradde was patient and kind to my friend and I. I recommend 10 out of 10.

Shout out to Ember, my sister and I needed a tattoo because our dad passed and we wanted something to remember him by. Ember was professional and extremely knowledgeable. She has clean line work and is overall a talented artist. I look forward to getting more work done here! Thanks for the five star experience read more

The piercer was too chatty and the prices are ridiculous. $130 for a cartilage and lobe piercing

I am not the tattoo shop type of person, I definitely don't have a cool vibe going on. I was nervous to go into a tattoo parlor to get my nose pierced because I just felt like I would stick out. That all being said, I had a wonderful experience at Mad Ethel's. I was immediately greeted by a kind gentleman who asked what I needed and let me know the wait time. I didn't have to wait long at all. I was seen then my Lilith Ann Mae. She is the cutest and sweetest. She gave me a great overview of the piercing, asked what type of jewelry I would want to wear and showed me the appropriate spot for said jewelry to pierce on my nose (ring vs stud, etc). She did it fast and relatively painlessly. She then gave me all the information I could need for upkeep and what to expect after. They also had a wide variety of studs to choose from which I really liked considering it would have to be the same one for some time. Definitely come here for your piercing needs! read more

Brad was so incredibly kind, helpful, and patient when I needed help switching out my nose piercing after the 6 month mark. He answered my many questions and was very helpful in finding the specific jewelry that would work for my nose. read more

I went here for my first piercing which was my nose! I saw Bradde and he made it simple, quick and easy. I saw this tattoo place recommended on Reddit by multiple people and one person recommended him. read more

I took my daughter to Mad Ethel's for her 17th bday to get her belly button pierced. The studio was very neat & clean. The receptionist was very friendly & helpful & the piercer, I believe his name was Justin, was very friendly & professional. He did an awesome job, her piercing is perfect. He gave us lots of helpful info on aftercare as well. I cannot recommend this place enough! We will definitely return for any piercing/tattoo needs in the future! read more

I'm getting a tattoo removed by Sarahanne and I'm very happy with my results so far. She is very knowledgeable and answers any questions I have. I love the way she is so personable. I'm definitely going back to her when I want to get other tattoos removed. read more

I had an amazing experience at Mad Ethel's Tattoo on Pearson St. I had Paul as my artist and he did an amazing job on my spine tattoo, I am extremely satisfied! read more