I always make it a point to come back to Christian Cervantes for my tattoos, I even come out of state to see him. He's super chill, easy to talk to, and always takes care of me with a great deal for being a returning client. Every tattoo I've gotten from him has healed beautifully and still looks just as good as the day I got it. His linework and shading are always clean, and he puts so much care into getting the details right. You can tell he really loves what he does, definitely worth the trip every time. read more

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Came here to get my first tattoo. I was able to make an appointment to get the tattoo that same week. Sammi drew up an amazing design for me that was even better than I had imagined. The tattoo placement of that tattoo was absolutely perfect and the whole thing turned out great and was fairly priced. The shop itself is pretty small but it felt super comforting and welcoming inside. read more

From the minute you walk into Magic Cobra, it is obvious that the artists here are the best in their craft. Professionalism and cleanliness exceed industry standards and with a wide range of talent and expertise there's definitely an artist here who can bring your tattoo ideas to life. I have at least a half dozen pieces done by artists from Magic Cobra. I've worked with Sylar and with Anthony. Sylar specializes in Chicano style and horror theme tattoos. He has a creative eye and a design sense that guarantees your tattoo will complement your body. His lines are clean and his colors saturated. The first tattoo he did for me was two years ago and so far it has stood the test of time and I'm sure it will look just as good ten years from now. Sylars professionalism is a testament to the future of tattooing. He strives to have a positive mental attitude and works hard to be a great tattooer. He's reliable and dedicated and anyone should be honored to wear his work. You won't find another artist like him in the boroughs. Anthony did a great piece of flash for me on special Friday the 13th. A traditional style crow that is clean and well done. Solid black and saturated color. Anthony has done many beautiful pieces and the tattoo ladies that he creates are stunning. There's so much dimension in the hair alone. I am looking forward to getting more work done by him. Definitely book a consult with one of the amazing artists at MCTS, and don't forget to leave a good tip. They're worth it! read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Work by Matt Sylar - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I went to Sylar back in September of 2020 to get my chest done, he did a rad job so I went back. I think I've gotten 6 tattoos already by Sylar. Makes you feel comfortable, guides you if you're unsure of what you want exactly, and is super reasonable in my experience. Picture is of my newest addition by him, some dice (he also did my hand, the arm section isn't his work - he added to it) Also Woodz and everyone at the shop is super nice! Definitely recommend anyone to check them out :) read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Dice & palm tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Amazing experience here with Anthony and the rest of the team. Everyone is extremely friendly, the place is clean and they do great work. I came for a cover up and Anthony worked within my budget. Also, the most reasonably priced spot for great work. I'll be coming back for more pieces :) read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

MCTS is the best tattoo shop I've ever visited. Everyone in the shop is so friendly and helpful, and my husband and I immediately felt welcomed. This was my husband's first tattoo by Woodz, and we are both thrilled with how it turned out. It was easy to communicate with them about the appointment and the design and I'm so happy we went to MCTS. Will definitely be coming back! read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Tattoo by Woodz - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

The absolute best shop I have ever been to. Most welcoming people, phenomenal tattooing, and immaculate vibes. I love these guys so much. Clean solid work every time without fail, you can't go wrong with any of their artists. Do NOT sleep on their apprentices either, they are top-notch. The prices are also super reasonable and better than most you'd find elsewhere in NYC. I wish I could give more stars, they are a masterclass in every category! read more

Anthony made my day. Intended to get one thing, we agreed it wasn't a good idea. Gave him an entirely new idea, and he revised it to match my budget, and then BODIEDDDDDDDD the shading. Thank you so much for this experience, I am so grateful! read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

This shop is clean and the staff is friendly. Kat did my first tattoo and she was so kind and did such an amazing job!!! I am definitely planning on going back. I am so over the moon with my tattoo. I would definitely recommend Kat to anyone looking to get great black work! read more

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A+ across the board! I had never been to Magic Cobra tattoo shop in Williamsburg, Brooklyn until two weeks ago -- but what a refreshing change from the usual?! I had scheduled a session with one of my fave tattooers, Matt Sylar, who has tattooed me in the past. He's been at this shop for awhile now, but the pandemic had things closed for a few months and its not often I get up to NYC, let alone Brooklyn, so we planned a trip just for this. My buddy Mike went with me and we both scheduled appointments with Sylar. I'd follow him to any shop he works at, and this one is a winner! Upon arrival we were greeted by Matt and the shop's proprietor; an affable gent called "Woodz". With every COVID precaution in place, we discussed the plan for the day and some logistics. Because unscheduled guests can no longer hang out in the shop, we tag-teamed between one of us getting worked on, and one of us holding it down at the car. Mike went first, and Sylar did an outstanding job! It was his first tattoo from him, and he's now hooked too! Matt Sylar is an incredibly talented young creative; experienced, mature, professional, accommodating and insanely gifted. He has a knack for interpreting what you want done, translating that into your own aesthetic, and adding a special flair or panache, that is strictly "signature Sylar". For me, he was able to deftly, and adeptly cover up a regretful piece I had done about a decade ago -- and its like it was never there now! It was a challenging cover up and he executed it so amazingly well, even I'm astounded! But it wasn't just Matt who made the shop special for us. Every single person from front of house, to shop managers to the other tattooers and the owner, Woodz, were incredibly amicable, respectful, friendly and genuinely welcoming. Here's the thing with tattoo shops -- you typically walk into a dynamic that is "cooler than thou" and get the furtive glances and side-eyes from the other tattooers. I have been tattooed dozens of times, around the country, and this is the first time I authentically enjoyed the entire experience. It is evident to me, that Woodz sets the bar and the pace for the energy in the place. He was veritably interested in what people were getting, talking to the different customers and offering expert wisdom, advice and feedback to the more junior creatives in the room. It's a tiny shop, and it's especially important that he sets the tone. It permeates, and it's palpable and it's beyond appreciated. Magic Cobra is indeed "magic", and a true gem among tattoo shops worldwide. I highly recommend it, and we'll definitely be back! read more

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My girlfriend and I have had great experiences at this shop! I attached a few photos of the work we've gotten done at this shop. All of the artists we've worked with have been friendly and professional. The tattoos are clean in terms of design and linework, they heal well, and they really stand out! The shop is small but comfortable enough and very clean. For tattoos in NYC, the prices are reasonable. The Friday the 13th specials are especially good. I always get asked about these tattoos, especially by other tattoo artists. They're always impressed by the work. read more

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Had an awesome experience here! It was my boyfriends first tattoo and Tessa handled both of us with SUCH care and we couldn't be happier with our pieces! I wanted coordinates and decided last minute to add roses which Tessa drew on the spot perfectly. Tessas fine line work is BEAUTIFUL and I would 100% recommend. Will def be back for more read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Coordinates + roses - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I've been going to Rich Bustamante for awhile now. He is working on my slipknot sleeve. HE IS AMAZING!!!!. He's patient, willing to work with you and all around an amazing artist. read more

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I never ever leave reviews, but Sylar deserves a million stars. I now have 4 tattoos by him, and have plans for many many more. His excitement for each tattoo along with his attention to detail makes for such a wonderful experience. His care for his work is totally unmatched. He is very reasonable considering how much effort he puts into his work - and always knows how to execute EXACTLY what i want. The owner and every other staff member are also absolutely wonderful and make for such an incredible time every visit. Can't thank Sylar and everyone there enough! read more

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My friend from Seattle came to visit and we have been talking about getting avocado tattoos for over 2 years. It was her last day in New York and she was determined this was the trip that it would happen. We had a couple other spots to hit before the tattoos, Cotton Candy Machine for an art show, the Abbey for a birthday party and before we knew it time had been slipping through our dainty, little fingers. Who knew tattoo shops would close so early in Williamsburg. What happened to the good ol' days of getting some liquid courage before getting inked?! We went through the list and up came Magic Cobra and it would be open until 11pm!! And I recognized the name because Ulyss has been tatting up Bushwick every Sunday at the Rock n Shop market for $50 a pop. My friend and I were down to the wire. The artists were like...well what are you looking for exactly? I was like avocado tattoos that don't look like giant, green birthmarks. Ashley aka Ol' Ash was an extreme doll. She was in for designing us matching avocados. We showed our inspiration piece and she drew us a sample from there. Even though an avocado that loos like Bowie with a banner that reads "what a pity" would have been epic we decided to keep it simple. After a visit for some courage we returned to see the sketch and get a price quote. We got a special deal for the two of us. And my friend got a quote for an additional tattoo of a cat face. We hit up the atm and away we went. Ashley was super sweet, funny and gentle tattooer. And she even stayed past closing to do both of our tattoos. I highly recommend coming to the shop for great tattoos, experience and people. read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Me and my avocado sister - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I'm from out of town and spent 3 months checking out different artist and shops. Unfortunately, work schedule interfered with any appointments I made until I found Anthony at Magic Cobra. He kindly met with me to talk over a tattoo concept and was very conducive to my ideas. After listening to what I wanted, and bouncing ideas and options, he came up with a design that simplified my original concepts, yet gave me exactly what I wanted. Given the restrictions of the size of the tattoo he was able to add beautiful shading and detail. I am completely satisfied and love his work. I highly recommend Anthony and Magic Cobra to make you a beautiful and tatoo. He communicates well and is committed to your satisfaction. read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Filipino Kriss dagger Caduceus tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I can't express enough gratitude to all at Magic Cobra... More specifically to one of their very talented artists, Sylar. I'm from Philly and drove up to NY, with my buddy Josh, to get a new piece. From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, the vibes were nothing but great. The atmosphere was awesome and I felt very welcome, upon entering. Woodz, the owner, does regular rounds to check In on all artists/clients. It's clear that he has great passion for his business. Sylar was incredible to work with. What a great guy... he listened to all of my ideas/requests and successfully executed them. It was honestly the best experience I've had getting ink, so far!!! All in all, If you want a great tattoo session in a rockin shop, look no further than Magic Cobra! read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I sent two pictures to @Tessatattoo and asked her to combine both before getting to the shop. I hadn't had a tattoo in six years and had a little anxiety about getting my second, but Tessa was so friendly, she made me feel like I knew her for years. Tessa takes pride in her tattoos and will give you her honest opinion (if wanted) on what she thinks looks best. I needed someone with a steady hand, good line work and am so glad Tessa was recommended to me. I will be taking the trip up to NYC for more work done by Tessa (: read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Palm Tree basically healed (kinda) - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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5/5 extremely pleasant experience. Came in for a walk in with some reference photos for a very simple tattoo expansion on an existing rose. Staff was very accommodating. Studio really clean (great rotating music playlist too). Ivan did a fantastic job! I will be back within the next few weeks for another. Highly recommend. read more

Okay so today I decided to get a tatoo. This is a big deal for me since I don't have any. My boyfriend is getting one as well as his cousin. We from deep in Brooklyn. The people here were great, super friendly and helpful for what we wanted. My boyfriend wanted a detailed tat. They were able to help him. I will say, it hurt.. you'll see in the video I post. I had Adam. I really liked him. He was pretty funny and the tat literally only took 4 minutes. read more

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Was going to be in NYC for my birthday...and being that it's illegal to tattoo above the clavicle in SC...I figured I'd treat myself while up here. Had been following Doug on IG and loved his work. We worked out a time and I sent him some reference pics. When I got there and he showed me what he'd designed...it was as though he'd read my mind. He was so nice and constantly checking to see if I was holding up ok. When he finished...I was giddy. It was PERFECT! I absolutely love my new ink and am beyond thankful for the job he did. Can't wait to get something new from him on my next visit. read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Moose antlers...one behind each ear. Left ear. - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Yesterday was my first time @ Magic Cobra. It was one of the most amazing experiences I've ever had at a tattoo shop! Woodz was my artist and he was amazing from introduction to the end of my appointment. The staff was friendly and inviting! I can't wait for my follow up appointment with Woodz! I personally recommend him! I wish I could give 10 's read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Jesus Piece Tattoo. - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Ivan was awesome, so sweet and did a great job on me and my friends tattoo! Came from out of town and just happened upon him and I wouldn't change a thing! Go see him :) read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Douglas Grady and the whole crew at MCTS were so easy to work with through the whole process. I sent Douglas some pics and a short description of what I wanted and he had sketches done when I arrived. He was super helpful and professional with making changes to the designs to be sure we had everything just right. During the tattoo he made sure I was comfortable and we had a great conversation. The final product is even better than I had imagined it would be and I will definitely be going back for my next piece. read more

Ivan was very understanding and professional. I've been wanting this tattoo for a while and he really brought it to life and quickly too!

I went to Magic Cobra Tattoo Society and was amazed by the professionalism of each employee. They were very welcoming and helpful when I was deciding exactly what tattoo to get and where. I ended up getting my tattoo from Adam, who did a great job. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking to get a tattoo, enjoy some good conversation, all while listening to some good music...they had "The Band" Pandora station on it was the perfect atmosphere music while getting my tattoo. If I ever get another one, I'm definitely going back! read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - My first tattoo! In Hebrew: "Be True to yourself" - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

a group of us came in for walk ins on saturday and they could not have been more accommodating. ivan's the man, absolutely recommend

I was a walk-in. Explained what I wanted to Douglas, showed him some internet-sourced photographs and we discussed the concept a bit. I went for a drink and light supper around the corner and came back 45 minutes later to see the design progress. Douglas created two designs, I picked one for him to finish & detail. Another glass of wine later and we were ready to roll. Super professional service, and I'm extremely satisfied with the end result. Doing the aftercare now. Would recommend them in a heartbeat! read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Two free feathers tied onto each other. - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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So I'm on my Spring Break, (Woo-hoo) and already decided before I came to NY that I was gonna get a new tattoo. After searching for a few hours here on Yelp, I decided on Magic Cobra. I called just to make sure they do walk-ins even though it was on their website (which is super bad ass, btw) and then left about an hour later. Even though it was Friday the 13th, so of course they were super busy, I was greeted right when I walked in with smiles, eye contact, all that good stuff. Now on to the tattoos: Adam is freakin' awesome. I got 2 black and gray rose heads; one of my hip, and another near my armpit/back area. Takes his time, not heavy handed, just an all around great experience. He sketched something up real quick, told him they were a little too big, he then scaled them down for me like it was no problem at all. Also, just from observing the other artists in the shop, they truly try to make relationships with their clients and customers. Plus they're funny, haha. I would go back 1,000,000% easily. No debating. Much love, Magic Cobra. Much love. I'll pat a picture in the morning. read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Adam is awesome - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Can't say enough about this place. Woodz just did my latest tattoo and it came out amazing. More than I could ever expect or want. The shop is super clean and everyone is beyond friendly. Woodz will be my go to artist for the rest of tattoos. read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I got my tattoo done by Woodz last night. He was awesome, you instantly feel like he knows you and what you want. He was focused and very detail oriented. I am really happy with results and would recommend him to anyone i meet. Happy to have him as my permanent tattoo artist. read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Been here twice so far for two different pieces and I couldn't be happier. Christian and Woods are extremely talented artists. They both took the time to listen to what I asked for and I couldn't be happier with my tattoos. Super clean shop with a really chill vibe and music. Definitely recommend! read more

Awesome shop. Everyone was incredibly friendly, knowledgeable and professional. Got my nipples pierced by Anna and she did an incredible job. Was meticulous about the placement and my satisfaction with it. Turned out absolutely perfect. She also fitted me for a custom nostril ring which I'm deeply in love with. Highly recommended! Nice addition to the neighborhood. Will definitely be back again. read more

Best customer service and amazing artists! Douglas went full out of his way for us to get a tatt while I was in NY for just a couple days. His sketches are so fresh and classic. Stoked I'm taking his art work with me back overseas. Would highly recommend this place to anyone. The guys had some good humour there too read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Don't question it, just go! I got tattooed by Ian here and plan on coming back for another piece by Doug as well. They're super sweet and hilarious, everyone there is super cool and fun to talk to. You don't get the "elitist" vibe from any of them and honestly that's rad as hell. Their prices are fair and their work is amazing. Cool dudes and chicks, and cool art. read more

Magic Cobra Tattoo Society - By Ian Wiedrick - Tattoo Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I signed up just to write this review. I was extremely impressed with Magic Cobra. Clean, well presented, and cordial. I had the pleasure of getting tattooed by Adam, the manager, who was AWESOME. I was even more grateful when I had called to make a last minute appointment. He shuffled his schedule around to tattoo my sister and I. He has a great talent and I would most def go back. I am super impressed with the tattoo and the quality of work. Never felt rushed and was always comfortable to express my opinion or discomfort over the duration of the tattoo. read more

Incredible place! I worked with Danny and he's seriously an amazing artist. I won't ever go anywhere else in NYC. Very detailed, fair price (especially compared to a lot of New York locations), and a great atmosphere. 10/10! read more

I am in love with Magic Cobra Tattoo Society. I went with a group of friends Thursday (7/12) night into Friday (7/13) morning to get $13 Friday the 13th tattoos. True, we waited on line for 2 or so hours but it was fun and I am obsessed with my new tattoo. Woodz did an incredible job and my friends had equally great things so say about their artists. The place is clean and charming as are the people who work there. I will most definitely be returning to MCTS for further, more elaborate ink courtesy of Woodz in the very, very near future. Go here. Get a beautiful tattoo. You will be glad that you did. read more

This is the place to go. The artists are impressively talented. Their bodies of work speak for themselves. It really is a cornucopia of styles and specialties. The staff is friendly and helpful, putting any walk-in at ease. There isn't an air of arrogance from the artists which makes it that much more of a refreshing and enjoyable experience. This is truly a great find. I recommend this establishment 150%! Your search for a talented, reputable local tattoo shop stops here. It's my new one stop full service spot since 1/13/12!! Thus far, I've had work done by Adam, Sean and Joey. I can't wait to return and add Woodz, Megan, Kati and the illustrious Joe Truck. Happy inking everyone! read more

Came here for the year's 2nd Friday the 13th all-day tattooing marathon. Unlike other shops, these folks are here for a full 24 hours. That's right, tattoos all day, from midnight to midnight. That alone is pretty impressive, but on top of that everyone there is super nice: great senses of humor, no pressure, no attitude. They didn't even give me (that much of) a hard time for committing that most embarrassing faux-pas of asking to move the stencil once I realized my hastily-chosen placement would drive me nuts! "Hey!" said an artist working nearby. "No moving the stencil once it's down!" But Sean (my artist for the day) was very forgiving and let me move it. He was also really good about checking in with me after I quickly realized that tummies = more uncomfy to tattoo than arms. For a fun, spur of the moment $13 tattoo, I consider that exceptional service! Definitely a great first experience. Hope to be back soon! read more