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Ocho Placas Tattoos

4.6 (98 reviews)
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Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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Boxer & Hamsa done at ocho placas
J C.

I have always had a fantastic experience. All the employees are amazing. And they always kill every tat

My tattoo by Javier Betancourt. Absolutely beautiful.
Jade R.

I'm not exaggerating when I say that Javier gave me the best tattoo experience I've ever had. He's patient, knowledgeable, mind, and personable. I want him to do the rest of my work. Everyone at this shop is incredible! Let them do your next tattoo

I visited the shop as a walk in and left regretting it. A few years back I had a piece done on my ditch that came out beautifully and with such good line work and shading. It took about 45 minutes and I paid 145$ for it and I was over the moon about it especially with it being a cover up. So I decided to come back to the same shop for another cover up because I was so satisfied with the first one. This time around was truly something else. First off, I wasn't able to do a full cover up because the scar I have needs to heal but I got the base done which was only a few dark lines around my arm ( 4 to be exact) I was expecting it to be somewhat expensive maybe 200$ total at most but 500$ for some lines around my arm is actually ABSURD and I feel robbed of my money. They charge 200$ per hour and the artist I had I feel as though dragged out the time just to make me pay for two hours when this tattoo should've easily taken an hour or less. Not to mention the time she spent chit chatting with other customers that somehow still counted as my time? She went over the lines SO many times that I bled more than any other tattoo I've ever had and I'm still currently in pain from it and it's been almost a week since I had it done. The best part of the whole experience? The lines I got done are uneven... what a waste of time and money. What happened to the old management and the good artists that used to be there. Will not be returning and I don't recommend this shop to anyone unless you want to be robbed and leave disappointed.

This is the shark

I love this place. I got my first tattoo there and my two most recent ones. I'm so happy with the quality of them. They look incredible and I've had people stop me because of how amazing the one on my arm looks. My artist was/ is Amado and he is amazing. He is incredibly talented and super nice. He did my shark and only had the outside line and center line and did the rest from a photo. The koi fish on my calf isn't finished yet and I am so excited to back and get it finished. He sketched it on by hand other than the flowers and I could not be happier with it so far. It's going to be amazing once it's done.

Sacred heart with snake
Amy J.

After tons of research, I'm so happy I chose Ocho Placas for my tattoo work. Javier Betancourt is exceptional at custom designs and placement. I get compliments on his work literally all the time. Not only is he professional, he is very fast, which makes the process that much better. Everyone is always so nice at the shop and I'm exited to get more work done in the future.

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John M.

I am a real deep thinker when it comes to my tattoos, having said that, I highly recommend this place to get that really meaningful piece of art. I have been following a lot of different shops on Instagram, but I would just keep seeing these stunning pieces coming out of Ocho Placas. I would work and see such variety of different pieces, sure enough Ocho Placas. Javier, the owner, does some really incredible black work. Pooka, is the Miami flower girl for sure, she does the most true to form nature tatts. The artist I ultimately chose was Jerry Blades, he does the sickest Japanese style tatts. They also have a walk in studio, where you can get your piece designed and put on same day, which is cool. In my case though, It took me only like 13 years to commit, and when you are getting a significant piece, you want to get the best quality that you can. I was back and forth with Jerry and I am so proud and blessed to have chosen Ocho Placas for my tattoo. The piece took a few sessions to complete and it came out spectacular. The professionalism of the shop is on point. They are not cheap, but they are certainly worth the price of admission. You are certainly investing in a quality piece of art, and one that you will be carrying with you your whole life. I absolutely recommend this shop.

Eli V.

I'm from Georgia & was in Miami for a week and wanted to get a tattoo to make it part of my memory of my first time in Miami & I found this place. The reviews were very promising & it wasn't far from where I was staying. I decided to check it out on my last night there and I don't regret it. Natalia had just come back from a break & immediately took me in. I'm not only in love with my tattoo (a lotus flower), but I'm in love with the quality of it. She did an AMAZING job and is very personable. I definitely recommend going to Ocho Placas Tattoo and 100% recommend going with Natalia! PS: The picture was taken a few hours after I first got the tattoo (about 3 weeks ago) & it has now healed beautifully!

One of the three wolves Pooka did for me.
Michelle F.

Disclaimer: This review is solely based on my experience with my artist. Where do I even begin? I was shopping around for an artist around this same time last year to start my sleeve up when my girlfriend tagged me in a post. Her Instagram name read "Pooka" and I was instantly intrigued. We exchanged a few emails and made an appointment to meet. The day comes and upon meeting her aura just flooded the air. I can't even properly explain how happy this made me. Just makes you feel good and confident about what you're about to do. I mean, cmon' tattoos are for life and if you're artist isn't dishing good juju, something ain't right. The best description I could give you of Pooka was like a fresh rosebud on a summer day. Freshly picked mint for your mojito. She's just the coolest sailor scout on this side of Calle Ocho. We spoke for a bit, no rush at all even though she had a few people waiting on her. She made me feel like I was important to her. She listened, we exchanged ideas. She told me about her life and her interest. Her passion really shines. She was honest about what would work and what wouldn't, but most importantly she respected my vision. That's something to respect in an artist. Most places in Miami will give you shotty work for a $100 shop minimum and call it day. I've never felt that vibe here, the pieces that come out of this place are masterpieces. I mean this is a quality tattoo place that puts the bullshit aside and outputs some great shit man. Needless to say, I booked my appointment and anything this woman has put on my body has only made it that much better. I look at my tattoos and don't question whether or not they belong there because it's almost as if they've always been. Being tattooed at this shop and by Pooka has been a pleasure.

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Yup. Believe the hype. Clean and professional. Knowledgeable artists. Punctual and responsible staff. 100%

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I just got my first tattoo by Tpot and he was amazing!! Everyone in the shop was so helpful and put my mind at ease. Very chill atmosphere!!

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Ask the Community - Ocho Placas Tattoos

I want to get a tattoo? It says you guys are open tomorrow is that right.? Can I do a walk in tomorrow

Yes we are. We open at 12pm

Do you do inner lip tattoos?

Thank you for your interest. Yes we do

Do u guys take walk in?

Hi Teresa, yes we do. Just call 305-264-0888 ahead of time to reserve a spot.

Does anyone have experience in bottom lip tattooing?

What is the shop minimum for tattoos?

Hi Shaylah, Our shop minimum is $100.… Read more

Do you guys do inner lip tattoos? And if you do how much do you charge?

Hi Alyssa! We have one artist willing to do them with informed consent, meaning you're going to hear a lengthy explanation of why we don't recommend the inner lip for a tattoo. Provided you understand and want to do it anyway we will do it for you.… Read more

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I'm not exaggerating when I say that Javier gave me the best tattoo experience I've ever had.

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unsatisfied and felt lied to…read more I booked this appointment 3 months in advance with a clearance on size, reference, and placement with Rafael and his assistant. Upon arrival Rafael drew something up to his liking of my reference but it was completely different than what I was expecting. In minor shock I was silent. I have two full stomach tattoos, 3 portraits, a half leg sleeve, and a back neck tattoo all done by differing artist and none have ever changed what i wanted so drastically. Rafael felt my vibe being off and then offered me to work with him on what we could do. Not dead set on the tattoo I originally showed him 3 months in advance I asked if he did portraits as I would like one more. He pointed to one that I already had and blatantly asked "why don't you just go back to that artist?". Once again I was taken aback by the comment. After discussing not doing another tattoo we set back on track for the original reference and idea I provided. He drew something much closer to what I wanted but I asked for more detail. He assured me there would be more detail in the actual tattoo than in the drawing. He also assured me that the sizing wasn't an issue and would connect to my other tattoos. After he was 'finished' neither promises were kept. The tattoo looks unfinished in detailing especially in comparison to what I asked for and in the look of my tattoo style. The tattoo also does not fade into my other tattoo shading. This is so disappointing as he had an apprentice with him who was listening to Rafael call himself extremely talented and gifted and naturally amazing at tattooing. This also left me so unsatisfied I decided to pay and leave as he did not want to (or could not) do what I asked for. I will now have to spend more money with a different artist to finish what he started.

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