This is a long one so sit down. My sexy man thing and I found out about this tattoo parlor/ art gallery at an art party the night of our third anniversary. They were tattooing for free (a promotional idea perhaps?) and after checking out their set up and what not we signed up to each receive a tattoo around 12:30 that night. When we were signing up we informed them that we needed to be done at our designated times as we had to catch the last BART home and were not dressed to spend the night on the streets of San Francisco. At that point we had seen all there was to see in the galleries and were simply cooling our heels until midnight when we could go start waiting our turn to get inked. When midnight rolled around we meandered over to where the tattooing was being done and sat down quietly to wait our turns like good little children as everyone else drunkenly milled around. The person who had helped me get signed up informed us that they were a bit behind, but she reassured us that she would get us in. She in fact promised she would make sure we'd get in because it was our anniversary and she respected that. So we waited, 12:30 came and went with continued reassurance that we'd get in, 1 o'clock came and went taking our last train with it, but we said fuck it, as long as our wait was worth it (we'll find an all night diner or something). Around 1:10 the artist we were sitting nearest to, Andrew Mann, turned to us and said "are you guys waiting to get tattooed?" (no, you're just so fascinating) to which we replied "yes". They then seemed to have a huddle about the schedule and we were informed we could come back on Monday and get our tattoos if we wanted them that badly, gob smacked we sputtered about how we had waited for an hour and missed our last train home and now had to find a way to pass 7 hours on the street waiting for BART to reopen et cetera. To our crest fallen gibbering Andrew Mann replied "I don't know you" and walked away. No to be so easily defeated we went to the women running the front and asked disbelievingly if they were really calling it quits and we were informed that the artists were tired and that we could come back Monday and the tattoo would still be free. We were impatiently apologized to and told they didn't know how they got so far behind, I can tell them how at least Andrew got behind: no time management skills. I watched him sit and chat with people when he should have just told them he was swamped and couldn't talk. The woman who had promised to make sure we got done let us know she couldn't control the artists and didn't mean to "fuck us over". My advice to everyone is not to make promises you can't keep and if you fucked someone over and they know you didn't mean to, don't condescend to inform them. I digress. Disappointed we wrote our contact information down and went to spend time deciding how to get home. Clearly we got home. And shortly there after realized we didn't know where to go: the art gallery in San Francisco? Their parlor in Oakland? The moon? They didn't tell us. So we found their information and called to see what we should do. The first time we called the person up front told us to call back in an hour when there would be an artist in to make an appointment with. After an hour we called back, no answer... An hour and a half passes, we call back: no answer. We repeated this pattern until we finally got a hold of Andrew Mann the next day who obliged to squeeze us in on Friday at six. The cherry on top of that was when I asked my fiancé if Friday around six was good Andrew snapped into my ear "Not around six, at six". So I made a point to stroll into Old Crow at 5:45 sharp. Some of the art was very cool, some of it was a bit garish, and there was one big god awful piece. By the way kids, art gallery + tattoo parlor is not a revolutionary concept. 6 o'clock came with no sign of Andrew, 6:30....7 o'clock...7:30(an hour and a half late? after making a point over the phone to be on time?) and finally he saunters to the front to come consult with the lowly promotional spill over. He decided to take my fiancé back first as I apparently made him nervous and while I waited I got to talk to Philip Milic, who seemed to be a pretty cool guy even though he brings his snappy chihuahua to work with him. I can spell law suit waiting to happen, can he? Andrew loaded his machine with out my looking, but I'll bet the money we tipped he didn't check the needle for barbs and I noticed after he started that he hadn't bagged the gun. As he already admitted I made him nervous and he was tattooing I didn't say anything for the sake of my arm but how icky and unprofessional. In the end one may ask why I even got my tattoo and my answer is because a tattoo without a story is worthless. Good job if you read all of this. read more

I've been getting tattoos for a long time now and have a lot of them. I have some amazing ones that I love and people compliment all the time, and some other ones that I get laughed at for but F it I love them all!! Anywho I went into Old Crow Tattoo because I heard of their great reputation and I knew I had to try it out!! So when I looked them up online I saw that Ciara was an apprentice (which ment that she was cheaper! Bonus because she is AWESOME!!) she has really detailed lines, realistic style and specializes in black n grey (black n white? Iono whatever),but she was so super cool and so nice about all the tats I wanted to get. I got 3 tattoos from her over the course of 2 weeks one was of a black n white sugar skull that I gave her ideas of what I wanted and she went with it and F-ing nailed it to the T! Then I got (now don't laugh) a picture of a revolver on my index finger with the word 'bang'. It is awesome. She placed it perfectly and when she touched it up later it is now perfect (when it healed the first time is definitely said 'ba g'... Haha so ingot it fixed) And the last one I got was of a quote on my butt that says 'money talks bullshit walks'. Also badass and I love the font she drew. Overall review synopsis they were all super awesome tattoos and Ciara was so nice and professional and totally had a handle on what she was doing and how it would look best on me. I would recommend her to any one! But get to her now while she's still cheap (sorry Ciara I mean it in a good way!!) because once people start recognizing her talent her prices will skyrocket because she's so Mother F-ing good! A word of advice to all people getting tattoos in general. If u are I a rush, don't plan on getting a tattoo. You will be there either all day or at least for about 3-4 hours depending on what ur getting. So if ur in a rush it will rush ur artist and u will feel stressed which is no good combination for anyone. Know what u want, know how to communicate and understand that if u don't like what they did its ok to say no. No one wants a bad tattoo and I'm sure the artists don't want to feel like u dont like what their tattooing on u and they just won't care as much and no one wants that. So please to all those people who don't understand the concept of what tattoos and tattooing is all about just remember, treat people how u want to be treated so no one turns out to be a bitch and u get a great tattoo, OK?! Ciara thank u for some badass tattoos that I can say are some of the best on me! I love them and will be returning to ur shop soon for some more! Thanks sugar bugger! read more

I have several large black & grey pieces and some color infused work done by Polina. As a long time tattoo enthusiast , her work is absolutely phenomenal. I imagine many people are not used to working with someone who takes their work very seriously; Polina is someone who takes her work very serious. Her meticulous attention to detail is beyond reproach. There's a time to play games and a time to get serious. With Polina; there's no confusion. She most certainly knows the difference. It's truly a joy to work with such a professional . For some, tattooing is a hobby or just a part time job ; for Polina, it is her life . Every minute of the day she is constantly improving ways to be the absolute best at her craft. She is very conscientious about finding ways better to better serve her clients. Any free time she has she is honing her needle skills and does not give up; no matter how long the session is, even if it means missing a meal, the client comes first. She has sacrificed for her career more than most people can imagine, but you will never hear her complain. This is her passion in life and her work most definitely reflects that. She is a good woman and an amazing artist with an out of this world caliber of quality and professionalism. I truly enjoy working with her and very much look forward to our next session. read more

I had been looking at finding an artist that could match the quality of work done on previous Marquesan/Tahitian tattoos and found Dave Rodriguez at Old Crow. Prior my last trip to SFO i made an appointment with Dave, whose work I had found online. The first email was answered promptly, the message was delivered to Dave and I received an email back within 24 hours. Great and prompt service, we scheduled an appointment. I arrived at OC and again, was greeted friendly and with a relaxed, laid back atmosphere by everyone involved. Dave ran a little late (never rush an artist :-)) and turned out to be nice, open-minded and genuinely interested in not only getting you the tattoo you want, but also making it a great experience. We did lots of revisions, he never got tired of suggesting and modifying things (it's not easy doing a foot design that works), and we had a great experience. Dave even allowed my daughter to sit at table side and keep me distracted. I cannot recommend this place highly enough, and especially Dave if you want great tribal art done. The young lady at the front desk even printed out Google directions to my next destination as I was new to the area! read more

Old Crow is an awesome tattoo shop, everyone is friendly and they are on top of things Sean: I have been tattooed by Sean 3 times now and have been satisfied every time. He is willing to talk out your tattoo with you. He provides good ideas and insights but is not to overbearing and will listen to your ideas and take the time to figure out what you truly want. His artwork speaks for itself, he is pretty good with black and grey and realistic looking things. For what it is, price is reasonable, especially because he works pretty fast. Overall I would recommend him to anyone who wants quality work. read more

I recently had a tattoo done by Natasha Tsozik at Old Crow Tattoo and she and the entire process was amazing. I started with a pretty abstract idea of what I wanted and worked with Natasha over zoom and email to bring my idea to fruition. She is a great communicator, responds quickly and was wonderful creating a design based on my idea. It felt like a real collaboration. Getting the actual tattoo done was comfortable and personal- the shop is spotless and follows all covid protocols. I am already planning my next piece and look forward to working with Natasha again. read more

Natasha Tsozik is a skilled and exceptionally talented artist with a natural ability in the field of tattoo. I was so pleased with her perfect line work and color bordering on lettering with amazingly sharp resolution /contrast. Very steady hand and ability to apply her Idea from an artists vision to your concept to have a finished product finer than the clients initial design. Neat person and interesting to chat with in depth about tattooing. Hope to have more work and highly recommend. Paul M read more

Miah is an amazing tattoo artist and what I mean is that he does art on your body, I got a huge Gustav Klimt on my back, I get stopped daily by people to ask me about it and how beautifully tasteful it is. I got another tattoo by miah on my arm and again he knows exactly how to tattoo what you want or imagine. The place itself is clean groovy and a great environment of quality people. miah thank you so much for the art that will be with me for the rest of my life!!!!!!!!!!! read more

If you are looking for a shop that is professional, has great communication, is loaded with a badass team of ladies and executes tattoos masterfully this is your spot. I just completed my first of three sessions for a forearm sleeve with Hannah. From the consultation, reminder texts and tattoo experience, everything was excellent! Hannah is ridiculously talented, and the day flew by! She is full of great stories and jokes. I can't wait for my next appointment! read more

Natasha Tsozik is a fantastic artist and I can't recommend her enough. The entire process was extremely professional. She sent a few sketches of designs, I picked one, and she knocked it out in a single session. The studio is clean and Natasha clearly cared about making sure the tattoo was done in a hygienic way--always using clean gloves, sanitizing, etc. This was my first tattoo ever and I would absolutely go back for another. read more

Bryan and Holi at Old Crow have been such a pleasure to work with over the last couple years. From my first walk in visit to the shop and now in talks of our 6th tattoo appointment, Old Crow have always provided a comfortable and chill environment to get stabbed by a needle a few thousand times. The staff are friendly and easy to get on with. Look forward to my next visit. read more

Short & simple... Siri rocks! My name's DJ Luna & so I figured I'd get a tattoo of a fairy sitting on the moon. Found a pic online, showed it to her & she came up with a bad ass version of it. Check out the pic. I would definately reccommend Siri. She's super chill, down to earth, does great work, and is cute too. ;) Hey, had to at least add that in there. lol. read more

I got my first tattoo here about month ago by Andrew and I love it. Old Crow has very talented artist. It has a extremely relaxing environment. Everyone there is very chill and helpful with ideas. The art gallery in the front has amazing pieces. I plan on getting more here and I suggest Old Crow to any and everyone :D read more

Super friendly and talented tattoo artist. And the best thing is it's next to a super cool bike shop called OAkland SPOKES ... If you forget your bike lock SPOKES will valet your bike for you for free but you get your new tattoo. SPOKES will give you $10 off a basic tune if you have a receipt for an old Crow tattoo. read more

The best tattooing experience I've had. everyone at the shop was so profession and incredibly kind. My artist, Hannah Wolf, did an absolutely amazing job. The piece was exactly what I wanted and the shading/line work is fantastic. I can't say enough good things, but I'm so proud to have this tattoo on me forever. read more

Natasha Tsozik is such a talented artist and pleasure to work with. She was super thoughtful about the design and that care was apparent throughout the whole tattoo process. I felt very safe, seen, and supported. I definitely hope to work with her again! read more

1st i walked in and i must i say love the art!!!! AMAZING!! the front desk ignored until I ask a couple questions about the art then discovering there was a tattoo shop in the back. tattoo shop AMAZING! i'm giving 5 stars on presentation alone! read more

This is my latest tattoo by Natasha Tsozik! I have been getting tattooed by her for almost 2 years now and I have loved every tattoo she has done for me. She is so sweet and really makes you feel comfortable throughout the entire tattoo process! read more

I worked with Natasha Tsozik and she was very professional, organized and incredibly talented. My tattoo turned out beautiful and I look forward to working with her again in the near future. read more