Biff was the best piercer I've ever worked with! Take your kids to him! Her ears didn't even swell…read moreafterwards at all!

Biff worked on me and didn't even give me the usual jokes. As someone who is dedicated to having my…read morederriere delineated by drawing, I usually get the wisecracks about how "Sir, we may not have enough ink in stock to finish the work." I know I'm a full-figured guy, so there's no need to make me the butt of jokes. Biff did no such thing; he was thoroughly professional and a true artist. His inking of the Iowa Hawkeyes icon on my backside is something that I wish I could actually see because the image just sort of pops (which is hard because I am extra-jiggly). It seriously looks amazing. Ironheart Tattoo is the place you want to go to in the Iowa/Southern Minnesota/Eastern Nebraska area. None better.

Knowing I'd be in town for work with a meeting nearby, I figured I'd try to sneak in a spicy lunch…read morebreak at Black Magic. I thought I'd be shooting for a walk-in, so I had researched everyone in the shop to make sure I'd be cool with whoever was available to tattoo me and not just one specific artist. I ended up sending a booking request just a few days ahead and scored an appointment with Ace. While I had some concept ideas and inspo, I hadn't really come in with something specific and that made me really nervous. Luckily, smack on the front page of his wanna do book, I found my design. I think we did more talking than tattooing at some points or we would've been done even faster than we actually were. Very grateful for fast tattooers with gentle hands lol. The shop is gorgeous, but beware if like me you go in the winter on the morning after a cold weekend - it gets chilly! They've got plenty of blankets and bolsters to make a nook though, if you forget your own. I can't say enough good things about my experience and I'm so excited to work with these folks to fill up more on my leg.

What can I say besides I'm OBSESSED with Vern and black magic!! She is always so inviting and down…read moreto execute my weird requests. She is super patient (I am indecisive about sizing and placement at times) and so quick when it comes to the actual tattoo!! I've never felt intimidated walking into the shop, which is a feat cus I have had uncomfortable tattoo experiences in the past, but never here. Vern made me feel extra special on one occasion when she told me she drew something that made her think of me, which is now tattooed on me (the candy heart with barbed wire) if you are looking for a shop there simply isn't a better choice!!

Worked with Seth last Monday. I was a walk-in appointment. He was able to fit me in because of a…read morecancellation. Seth did really great with my tattoo and I love it. Its a simple open triangle but it means the world to me. He even got me to relax which surprised me, since this was my first tattoo. Reasonably priced and was quick. Great work, had fun, will be coming back!

Best tattoo shop!!! I live in mid Missouri and will drive…read moreto Des Moines to get a tattoo any time.

Well it's actually a funny story,…read more Many years ago when I was just a small infant my mother decided she wanted to get my ears pierced. Every time I ask her who did she go to for the piercing, she just says "the doctors". Well whoever the "doctors" were completely did a lopsided job. I was always insecure when wearing earrings and never wore them because my right ear's whole was way too high then the proper position. Kids in school would always ask me why my earrings were lopsided. Because of this I haven't worn earrings in years. I tried correcting the imbalance of my ear piercings a few years ago by trying to get a double piercing. It was successful for a bit, but a few days in I had to take them out because my right ear was trying to catch an infection. On my 30 hour layover in Des Moines Iowa my coworker wanted to get his ear pierced, and this brought up unfinished business between me and my lopsided ear holes. I decided to go with my coworker and try one more time to correct my ears. We made no previous reservations, we came as walk-ins and we had to wait about 10-15 minutes for Abriana our piercer to finish up with a few clients. Once she was finished she came up to us, asked us what we needed and then helped us pick out some earrings. After that she took us to the room to get our piercing done. I went first. I explained my whole dilemma and I felt that my concerns were taken seriously. She took her time with measuring my ear and deciding where to put the second holes. On the left ear she pierced above the original hole, and on the right ear she pierced below the original hole (because that was the hole that was too high). When she pierced me she did it with a needle and not the piercing gun. She said the needle does way less damage on the skin tissue, and therefore allows for a better recovery process. She explained to me just before piercing me that I would need to inhale, and then when I exhale she will pierce me. I appreciated this because I knew what to expect, I also think the breathing method help to make it a little less painful. She was very friendly and super professional. I would definitely recommend her as well as this shop. I'm actually surprised at the reviews here on Yelp. Granted a lot of them are outdated. This place gets great reviews on Google, and I can vouch for those reviews. It's now going on a week and a half and my ears are going strong. No signs of infection to be seen. If you are looking for a professional place to get a piercing, Lucky Gal is the place to go!

Love this place and the artists. Alia and Violet are wonderful. Thank you for the great tattoos.!read more

Amy is amazing as is the shop. She is great when you are getting a piercing, she talks you through…read morethe process and makes it very easy. Thanks for the great experience when I was getting my Daith piercing yesterday. Seriously considering getting the other side done.

From the owner: Body piercings, vape juice, electronic cigarettes, clothing, hookah, lingerie, body jewelry, bath…read morebombs , soaps , lotions, jewelry

Lacy did my wife's nose piercing yesterday. She was very informative and answered all the questions…read moremy wife had. The wife is very happy with how it turned out! The studio is very clean and staff is very friendly.

Piercing Review I…read moregot my navel piercing here 3 years ago. After I left, I noticed it was a little bit crooked. No biggie, I'll be the only one to notice. The problem really lies in the fact that 3 years later, it's still not healed. And yes, I followed the piercer's instructions. 2 years in, I called them thinking maybe I'm allergic to the metal in the jewelry. I've heard that can cause piercings to not heal, and I purchased the jewelry from them. I didn't expect them to fix anything, I just wanted the details so that I could find different jewelry. They didn't even know the size or material of the jewelry that they have in store. Just make the drive to Des Moines. Both of the places in Ames suck. The only upside to going here is that everyone (now that one of their artists is gone) seems incredibly nice.

I got a terrible tattoo but someone who I found out later was high while tattooing me. he died…read moreweeks later for an overdose. my tattoo is horrid and owner has made no effort to help fix.

I wrote a very lengthy review and it was removed. Very explicit so I will do this again. I went for…read moremy most meaningful tattoo and the simplest as you can see from my pictures would it should've looked like. Shop minimum of $100 and 10 minutes later this is what I got.. it came from a Supposed Tattoo artist who did not listen to me who picked his own color who didn't ask if it was OK I felt violated in assaulted. He did exactly what he wanted and he use the color that he wanted. I don't see the yellow star anywhere I see a star that's not even finished and my very simplistic tattoo is butchered.. I have more tattoos in my body than you can count, and nothing that looked like this he didn't care he didn't speak. He obviously did what he wanted. The moon isn't even filled in and it's far from a finish star and it's far from yellow, nor did I even get to pick the blue.. I went back a week later someone else did I even get it done there while the owner, I believe, sat down on the sofa to listen to the conversation and never opened up his mouth, considering he repairs one of my piercings. And I won't even go into that so now I have to pay someone to alter the tattoo to try to cover this atrocity or have it lasered off

My first tattoo!!! I was overly excited to work with Grimm…read moreand create a tattoo to remember my fur babies. You call to make an appointment for a consultation. Go over your ideas and what you want. Then schedule the actual appointment. Then bite your nails and get excited waiting for the big day. This establishment is clean. Everyone is friendly and there is a fun atmosphere. I love all the Star Wars collectibles and art on the walls. It was a great experience. I love my tattoo and ready to do another. They give great instructions on how to care for your tattoo so that it heals correct. I'm very happy with my first experience with getting a tattoo.

I stopped in to inquire about a piercing and felt that my request was insignificant to the three…read moregentlemen that were in my general vicinity. No one could give me pricing or an appointment. A business card was given to me with the comment, "You'll have to call the piercer. I am a big believer in vibes and the place felt dark and unwelcoming. I drove a few blocks away to Lucky Gal Tattoo and piercing and had an amazing experience.

I am getting a very large tattoo done on my leg and I cannot believe the amazing work Daniel is…read moredoing. This will be my 4th Tattoo and it is by far the best one I have ever gotten anywhere. He is very professional and the shop has an awesome vibe. He truly cares about his clients and wants them to leave happy. I have seen some of the amazing cover up work he has done for others and it is truly breath taking. I will def. recommend this shop to any one.

Great studio! This was my first time here, recommended from a friend who also was in attendance and…read morehad some more work added to her existing tattoo. On street parking, but not on Hubbell, you'll actually park behind the shop, on Grandview Ave. parallel parking. Very high curb, don't get too close or your passenger will ding the crap out of the vehicle door. I climbed over the seat. I'm not reliving my friends parallel parking. Nice parlor, clean, bright, well decorated. It feels very warm and Megan is amazing. I have NEVER laughed so hard while getting a tattoo! I've been to a lot of shops, I have a lot of tattoos. I know for a fact, I will never go to any other artist again. She's knowledgeable, outgoing and extremely talented. Obviously we need her to be talented! I'm not just going by my tattoo alone, chatting with her, her photos and all of my friends' tattoos are just gorgeous (or badass). I'm calling on Tuesday to make my next appointment for me and my daughter at the end of the month!

Megan is amazing and did an amazing job I came from Texas just to get her work. She is a must…read morewhen it comes to tattoos