I went in to Squid Ink recommended by a good friend of mine. I've always been so iffy about going into salons inside the mall; whether it's for nails, hair, massages.. you name it ! But since this was a recommendation from a trustworthy friend, I went ahead . My friend made an appt at 3:30pm 11/27 with Joey to get our piercing done , we came in and was greeted by the receptionist; she was nice and asked for the usual ID and sign some consent form. . I initially wanted the snake eyes piercing at the tip of my tongue, but Joey straight up told me that he doesn't do that here, due to lots of complications in the future with peoples teeth, gums etc. He also said even though there were customers that had told him to just pierce it because it's what THEY want; it doesn't make him feel good knowing What can/May happen... which I totally respect. I came in there not wanting to know the downside of getting that piercing but Joey had told me all that I needed to know, and the last thing I want down the line as I age is getting a chip tooth while talking or whatever (my worse nitemare!). Anyways, I ended up getting my tongue re-open/pierced since it had been closed for 5+ years , a change in my tragus earring which was super long; and my cartilage earring change . He was able to make the earrings fit PERFECTLY so it's not poking/sticking out . I love the fact that he can customized the piercing (earrings) to your liking, and will also give opinion. You can tell that he truly cares for his customer and just the way his personality is is just awesome ! All the instruments are sterilize and the room was super clean ! I will definitely be going here for all my future piercing ! Highly recommended ! read more

Figuring out what you want as a tattoo is just as important as finding a good tattoo shop and artist. Luckily my hairstylist husband recommended her husband Mike to start my horror sleeve. And after he did my Chucky & Tiff tattoo I was hooked! He just finished my Michael Myers and I continue to get compliments on them both! I have already rebooked my next tattoo with him for April! You will not be disappointed with Squid Ink! Book with Mike! Insta: @mikeirish85 read more

Squids Ink Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Pembroke, Massachusetts

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Iv been going to this place for a while now. After experimenting around with shops, I decided to start getting tattood here as i originally was getting pierced by Joey here. Needless to say, iv been pretty happy with most of my work done here! Each artist has their own style, but when I come in with an idea or a specific design I want, they get it done! I love my tattoos I have gotten here and I plan to keep coming here very often. read more

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This past Saturday I had an appointment with Joey Prixx to get a nape piercing. The shop is located inside the Hanover Mall and is quite impressive. There is a sitting room and someone to greet you when you walk in. Joey was awesome he explained the entire process for the piercing as well as after care and all the worse case scenarios and what to do if I run into any of them. He was so thorough with the placement. I told him what I wanted and we worked together to figure out the best placement on my nape since I have long hair. He was also very thorough with the spacing between each piercing!! The process itself was semi painful. He cleaned it up and of course all the tools and what not were sanitized!! One of them had popped out and he was available very Facebook and I was able to come in and get it out back in. I am now 5 days post op and I feel good... And they look good!!! read more

Squids Ink Tattoo - Nape piercing done byJoey Prixx. 4 microdermals. - Tattoo Near Me - Pembroke, Massachusetts

lady at the front with a coffee was very rude and had a huge attitude don't go not good for tattoos. Not very good can do limited tattoos.

I was told I needed to book an appointment (+2 hours) to BUY lip rings, cause "only a piercer can open the cases". They have a literal wall of display cases. I'd went to squids ink two weeks ago to get jewelry as well, and the lady behind the desk was very nice and got them for me, despite insulting the other parlor that I'd gotten pierced at for whatever reason. This is the only piercing shop that I've ever had issues with, but there's any least one thing wrong each time. I've only ever tried to go here because it's convenient, but it's been far less than helpful read more

*** Note - I got a tattoo here when I was 18 and it was great. I've also seen Joey for piercing related reasons several times and he is AMAZING. *** This review is for the rest of the shop. I called a few months ago to see if I could come in to possibly get a draw up of a tattoo / have a consultation with an artist. The guy on the phone told me to come on in, so after driving almost 45 minutes I got there to be told that "things were a little crazy" and also told that I would have to bring in my own drawing for a tattoo (contradicting what I was told on the phone). I was annoyed and proceeded to go to Diamond Mind Tattoo for a $700 piece (which came out beautifully). Fast forward a while later. On Friday I called the shop to see if I could come in that day or the next to get a small tattoo of my boyfriend's name on me. The girl on the phone would not take a credit card over the phone for a deposit and wanted me to come in person just to try to make an appointment. I told her how far away I lived and she told me an artist had some free time at 1 pm the following day. She told me to call at noon time on Saturday before I headed out the door. At 11:59 on the dot I called the shop and she proceeded to tell me that the artist had booked another "bigger piece" and wouldn't be able to do mine. I was so annoyed because she made me wait to call last minute and then the artist just decided to take one of her friends instead of me? So fucking rude. The girl on the phone had no suggestions and basically was like "yeah sorry about that". I was beyond aggravated. Maybe they should stop living in the year 1973 and start taking deposits / cards / appointments over the phone. Anyway, I told the girl I'd go elsewhere. I hung up with her and immediately called Body Xtremes, who took me at 1:30 pm that very day (no wait or anything). I guess they actually care about their customers! Long story short - I'm over this place. Go here to see Joey for a good piercing experience. Don't go here for anything else. read more

I'm having a kidney stone procedure next week and needed to remove metal jewelry. In the past, I've bought plastic jewelry and put it in myself. This isn't always easy and even letting my husband assist is difficult because he had large hands! I feel dumb for not considering going to a piercing shop for help. I was looking at places to buy non-metal jewelry. Unfortunately, my options are limited. I didn't want to shop online but I was close to doing that. My reason being I wasn't sure about the size of my current piercings. Looking back, I wish I had been more educated on the size of my jewelry. I've know about Squid Ink but didn't really know they also did piercings along with tattoos. Their website focuses more on tattoos. But I had walked by the shop and saw they sold jewelry too, so I gave them a call. I spoke to Joey on the phone and didn't realize at the time that he was the one who does the piercing work at the shop. He seemed friendly and told me he could customize my retainers and do pretty much all types. I decided to check out the shop the next day. Upon arrival, I was assuming I would just be purchasing the jewelry. I hadn't thought about having him change the jewelry as well! It actually made more sense because he could really see the size and it was easy for him to remove things, like my helix piercing, and put in the retainer. I met his apprentice, who asked for my permission to assist and observe. Joey and his apprentice (ah, I forget her name!) we're friendly and immediately put me at ease. They got right to work making the retainers in front of me. There was multiple glove changes, sterilization of the jewelry parts, etc. I was pleased with the comfort I felt but at the same time, clean and professional. I will definitely be coming back after my procedure to put my regular jewelry back in! My only other thought is I wish the website gave more info about piercings. I was hesitant as well since the shop is in the mall but I wasn't disappointed. read more

They really did not give me a good tattoo... I was very clear that I wanted thin line work but I do not believe my artist new how to do this. So, I have a tattoo with poorly done thick linework now! I'd go elsewhere read more

Keith did my first tattoo which is on my ribs it was done 2 years ago and still looks amazing. Joey has done all my piercings (10 total by Joey) not one of them has ever been infected or had an issue. Devin did my second and third tattoo and they are also amazing. I would never go anywhere else for a tattoo or piercing highly recommended! read more

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I got my lip pierced by Joey Prixx and he was awesome! He made me feel really comfortable and answered any questions I had. I got hit in the face a few days later and he has been so accommodating! He has changed my jewelry two different times so that I didn't have to lose my piercing and has provided great advice. And this isn't even a week later. If I want any more piercings, I will definitely be going back to Joey! Also, the guys at the front desk are really nice, the shop is clean, and the atmosphere is really relaxed. Some tat and piercing shops have this holier-than-thou feel to them, but I felt a lot more comfortable here. read more

I was looking for a place to get my first tattoo and had researched several places when I came upon Squids Ink Tattoo & Piercing Studio in The Hanover Mall. When I entered I was greeted nicely and was able to get a quote on the tattoo I wanted and booked with Keith. On the day I got the tattoo I was impressed with how clean and nice everyone was from reception to the tattoo artists. The tattoo I got didn't hurt and the artist Keith did an excellent job. Upon leaving and walking through the mall I got several compliments. Check out their website and definitely check them out. Everyone who is going to ask me where to go I'm going to recommend this place. Also, when I get my next tattoo, I want to get it done here. read more

Squids Ink Tattoo - Tattoo done by Keith & I love it. - Tattoo Near Me - Pembroke, Massachusetts

Joey pierced my nipples and then was so nice and gave me a discount on my belly button! The staff there is so nice and SO funny! Everything was clean and they were very professional. I would completely suggest getting pierced there. It might seem sketchy since it's in a mall but it is an amazing establishment. read more

Squids Ink Tattoo - Love my new belly button piercing! - Tattoo Near Me - Pembroke, Massachusetts

Love love love this place! Great customer service, amazing tattoos, talented employees, cool vibe and atmosphere- overall a great experience and great end result. Would go back in a heartbeat. read more

I got my first tattoo done here by Robert Kane. The place is so fun and everyone was so nice. But the most important thing was that Robert Kane did an amazing job! I had no clue how to describe what i wanted but he was so nice to me even though i was so difficult. He came up with the perfect ideas and he is so talented , i have nothing but good things to say about him and his work it was a great experience . Im so happy with the work that was done and the experience he is a great artist and a great guy i Definitely felt very comfortable there which is extremely important when you have to lay on a table for 3 hours and get tattooed! read more

Squids Ink Tattoo - I got this amazing tattoo done by Robert Kane! He is amazing and got everything i wanted even though i was a difficult costumer! - Tattoo Near Me - Pembroke, Massachusetts

Okay, so this shop is in a mall. That just makes it more accessible, and let's face it, our entire lives are going to be in malls eventually so suck it up and check this place out. The staff at this shop are as professional and welcoming as it gets. The artists are both clean and talented. I was lucky enough to have been tattooed by Keith a few weeks ago and I could not be happier with my newest addition. Keith free-hand drew the piece onto my leg and made adjustments as necessary or requested. Now let's be real here; getting tattooed hurts and it's not the most pleasant experience in the world but Keith was a lot of fun to work with and made the best of the situation. I would absolutely go back not only to Keith but to any artist at this shop and I highly recommend that you do the same. read more

Went here a few years ago to get a conch piercing. Was fine and it looked good, but they refused to do it with a hoop, only a stud. I went to another place to get a hoop put in a few months later and they thought it was odd they wouldn't do it with a hoop here. Then I got another piercing at Squids a few months ago and it gave me an infection and I went into shock. Spent 6 nights in the hospital. Not sure if it was my fault for improper cleaning or it was their tools/piercer. Either way, I have been to a lot of tattoo and piercing shops much nicer than this one. read more

Most people I talk to say they are skeptical about a tattoo and piercing place inside a mall. My first response? Squids Ink is not one of those shops to be skeptical about! I have gotten a tattoo by Sweets, and it was a great experience! I get so many compliments on it, and I am always spreading the word about the great work done at Squids Ink! I also recently got a piercing with Joey, which again, was a great experience! I am already planning futures tattoos and piercings that I would like to get done by Sweets and Joey sometime soon! I would definitely recommend Squids Ink to anyone who is looking for a reliable, clean, pleasant environment to get some new ink or piercings! read more

Joey did an amazing job on my nose piercing! It is finally corrected from a previous place. The location is easy to find and a convenient location with lots of parking read more

I got my first tattoo here done by Keith. He's very talented and the whole process went by smoothly. Some of the artists don't spend enough time on other tattoos I've seen done. I also got my nose ring changed here (not by joey prixx) but he was super nice! Overall its a decent place. read more

I got some work here done by Phil about a year ago here, a pretty massive tattoo of hermes on my back. Too this day it looks amazing, even more so then the ink I had done at one of the most reputable tattoo shops in Boston. Granted, its a little weird being in a mall. But once you get past that it is no different then what your average shop looks like. Its clean, the tattoo areas are private and it just seems like a great group of people who work there. I am going to be returning at some point in the near future. Will be going back to Phil, I definitely recommend him, his black and grey work is top notch and he is a super cool/ laid back dude. read more

I had a really good experience getting my cartilage pierced. They were very quick, painless l, and informative! I would go there again if I were to get another piercing ! read more

Great experience! Took my 18yo daughter to get her navel pierced. Joey Prixx was fabulous with her! Quick, almost painless, a great experience. He gave her plenty of follow up instructions and promised to keep an eye out for good piercers in our state (we were traveling) for follow-up. Couldn't have asked for more. Also love that they accepted visa for the piercing. Saved us a few bucks on out of state atm fees. read more

I've gotten two big tattoos here, both done by Keith White. He is an amazing artist and really did an excellent job. The shop is clean and comfortable, and even though it's in the mall, you aren't on display for all the people walking by, each tattoo area is blocked off tastefully so you have privacy. All the artists in this shop do amazing work which gives it a wide range of styles that can be done. Trust me, if you go here to get your first or your fifteenth tattoo, you won't be disappointed! read more

Joey Prixx is the best! I saw him to change out my nose stud and buy a new one for some variety. He is super sweet and very professional! He obviously takes a lot of pride in and has a passion for his work. He keeps his area very clean and is customer service-focused. It took longer than I expected to pick out a new nose stud and he never once made me feel rushed. He is incredibly kind, friendly, knowledgeable and patient. It's not easy to find great places like this on the South Shore and now that I've met Joey, I'm not going anywhere else. Forget that the studio is in a mall; it is top-notch quality service and selection for piercings. Joey, thank you -- you have a big fan in me! read more

I only go to Joey to get pierced, he is THE BEST. I have never met another piercer with his amount of dedication and passion toward what they do. He is SO sweet and willing to spend the time to figure out the perfect piercing for you and listen to exactly what you want. Most importantly, he is very CLEAN. And he gives you these super cute after care packs when you're finished! Love him! read more

I got my first tattoo here! I was not really nervous because of the relaxing atmosphere. The place was really clean and the artists were really friendly. I had Sweets design and do my tattoo. I could not be happier with the work I had done. The design is eye popping and the lines are very precise and exact. I had a very professional experience and am loving it. I highly suggest this shop. read more

The people that work here are all really nice and do amazing tattoo work. But they open at 12 and any time I've gone there around that time, I'm told the artists aren't taking clients until 1pm. Today I went there at 12:30 hoping to talk to someone and then get a tattoo started by 1 if there weren't any appts ahead of me - no artists even there today. What is the point of a tattoo shop even opening if there's no artists there to do tattoos? I don't care how good the shop is if no one is ever available to do any work so I'll skip this place from now on and find somewhere new. read more

I just showed up here tonight ar 6:00 and was turned away for a tattoo because Phil was doing a piece that "would take the rest of the evening." They're open until 9. Don't say you accept walkins if people drive all the way down here for no reason!! Won't be coming back. read more

This place is a liars den that uses deceptive practices to lure underage teens into piercings that cannot be removed without an additional costly appointment. They also will not remove a piercing without a birth certificate present (which they already have on file from the original piercing.) They also used the WRONG studs on a nose and ear piercings - studs that are NOT meant for ears and noses. This place should be SHUT DOWN!! Do not patronize them if you care about your body. read more

I have been a customer of Phil's for a long time. Working in the beauty industry, I wanted to engaged in business in a place that is kept up, consultation is well, and the knowledge is up to date. Phil lets me pick his brain about the industry as well as creativity. He is articulate, and knows how to combine his knowledge of placement and healing to custom make a tattoo session for anyone. Everyone else has great art work as well, Keith has an awesome style as well as the other guys who operate there. They work in a timely fashion and respect privacy of the clients who come in. I recently called to inquire about having a facial piercing with Joey. Hands down, this will be the only place I go to have tattoos from this point on. I've had a few here and there in the past, but tattoos artists are like a good doctor or hairstylist- you have to really get along with them, they have to really get you and once you get that all down, well the rest is easy. read more

I've gotten a few piercings done by Joey and I must say he is absolutely amazing at what he does! I've also gotten tattoos done by Bobby and I also must say he takes his time and really makes sure the tattoo is perfect ruin. Weather it be big or small. They are all important to him! I haven't gotten anything done recently due to being pregnant. But after having my son 3 months ago I'm ready to finish and fix tattoos and possibly get some more piercings. An amazing experience as always read more

I've been pierced here 3 times by Joey and every time has been an awesome experience. Each time I come in with friends and we all get piercings. Joey is so much fun. I highly recommend! read more

Love Joey. He makes everyone feel so comfortable and will go above and beyond to satisfy the customer. Always recommend him to anyone who wants piercings and will never go to another place read more

I brought my daughter to get her nose pierced by Joey. This was her first piercing. Joey did an awesome job. He explained everything as he went along. He made her feel very comfortable. After the procedure, he sent her home with specific care instructions. If I ever want to get a piercing, I'd go to Joey. read more

I brought my sister here to get a tattoo for her birthday because my friend Sweets worked there and I liked his work from what I had seen him post on Facebook. After talking with him about this since march it was more then difficult to actually get "fit in" , mind you this was in August. I guess 5 months notice isn't enough? Well that was just the beginning. Sweets hadn't even drew up the design by the time we got there and we had sent him pictures months before. After he completed the tattoo of the dandelion it was very obvious the tattoo was rushed. It took less then an hour and although they have hourly rates posted for tattoos this tattoo cost a lot more. He didn't even take the time to put more then three lines to simulate the puffy part of the dandelion seeds. And it was all black ink, no coloring. It was a stark contrast to the work I had seen him post on his Facebook page and I have a feeling he selectively chooses who's tattoo's to put the time, detail and lastly effort into. The worst part was when I simply asked sweets to just touch up the tattoo and make a few slight changes he became irate and very mean and verbally abusive. I still have not spoke to him over this whole thing 7 months later and he hasn't even attempted to apologize. I would never recommend this place read more