Really happy I selected Starlight for my first ever tattoo. Matt did an AWESOME job with the piece and Bree at the front desk was really great in helping me out. Clean, professional, and reasonably priced. Also in my case, very patient! read more

This spot is awesome, came here for a surprise birthday gift from my g/f, turning 30 has it's perks. Soon as you step in the place is immaculate, you can see your reflection on the floor. Folks at the front desk were super helpful, friendly and warm; they were totally cool especially dealing with a newbie such as myself. For the past 3 years I've been wanting an american traditional piece in tribute to my father, a clipper ship to be more exact. My artist Dylan Christensen nailed what I've had in my head for the past three years, and even spiced it up a bit with a thunderbolt which was awesome. My experience was tremendous, he was great to talk to and very knowledgeable. I look forward to coming back and finishing my piece. Overall great shop, clean, professional and very talented. read more

Starlight Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Rochelle Park, New Jersey

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Love getting my tattoos and piercings done here. Extremely friendly and experienced people

Got my fourth tattoo from Starlight this afternoon and I am so happy with how it turned out! Everyone here is so friendly and very professional. The shop is a good size, 2 chairs up top, and 4 more downstairs. I have gotten work done by Richie, Kyle and Dan and every time I've been blown away with them. Also the shop is very clean, which is huge for tattoo parlors! The shop is now completely digital so checking in is super easy. I've been coming here for over 10 years and can say the service and quality has never faded. I can't wait to get my next piece done in a few weeks. read more

Starlight Tattoo - In love with thise piece Dan did for me!! Another great experience at Starlight - Tattoo Near Me - Rochelle Park, New Jersey

I had my tattoo planned for a while but was very nervous going in. My cousin had been here previously so we decided this is where we would get it done. We called the day of and they said that they had time so we should come on in. When we got there we described what we wanted to our artist Kyle, who then went to draw it up. The girls took our information and we signed our waivers. The shop was actually pretty awesome. It was spotless and decorated with pictures of celebs and their tattoos. There were small open rooms where each artist was working. We went back to kyle's room and he should us our design. It was perfect, yet small and simple. He explained everything to us and then started. Afterwards, he covered that tattoo and gave specific maintenance instructions. The shop minimum is $80... a little high but worth it. Kyle also explained that we could come back for a touch up if necessary which was nice to know. Overall I was extremely happy with the service and cleanliness. Oh... and I also adore my tattoo!! read more

Starlight Tattoo - Done by Kyle - Tattoo Near Me - Rochelle Park, New Jersey

I went in last night to get an estimate on a tattoo and some design help, little did I know they were going to do it right then and there! First let me start by saying the 2 young ladies at the desk are SUPER friendly and helpful and just great to share conversation with. They are excellent! They introduced me to Dan who did a fantastic job on my tattoo, I am in love! I wanted something that meant Mother / Daughter as a gift to my mother to show how much I love her. Dan took that idea and turned it into something very beautiful that she and I both love and I will definitely be going back for some additions to the piece. Dans artwork, color and designs are breathtaking and I highly highly recommend seeing him! He knows I will be back because he did a superb job and I have already received alot of compliments on it! Thank you Dan so much! I can't wait to come back so you can add on and do my rabbit! Kate. read more

Starlight Tattoo - Tattoo done by Dan. He did an EXCELLENT job! - Tattoo Near Me - Rochelle Park, New Jersey

Love love love this place!! My son had been going here for 6 years !! Matt the artist is amazing gives the best ink!! Matt is so wonderful and puts his all into the piece !! The whole place is amazing clean and so welcoming Amber and Brie are so helpful!! You want the best ink go see Matt !! read more

Really disappointed with starlight. I usually go to pleasurable piercings and now I know why... went on a whim to starlight for a double forward helix. Got pierced and went home then realized the placement was really bad (picture) so I went back and had her repierce the smaller stud closer to the bigger one. It's been months now and still not healed at all- and I heal fast. Upon going to pleasurable piercings today to ask about jewelry, I asked them to see how the helix's are coming along. The people at pleasurable told me they were BOTH pierced on a slant, and can never heal that way especially with the long bars I had. Why would the piercer not admit her mistake upon me going back to get the placement repierced???? Ridiculously unprofessional or not knowledgeable on how to pierce. Either way, I had to take BOTH studs out because they would have never healed the way they were pierced. $120 out the fucking window, thanks starlight Update: went to starlight and complained and they did literally nothing!!! Did not even admit the mistake... no refund, no nothing. Just offered to pierce 1 out of 2 again when it heals. Hell no!!!!! read more

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Just got my first tattoo. I chose Starlight because of its great reputation and location. From the first second I walked in I felt very comfortable. Brie and Amber both very knowledgeable and professional were at the front counter. Thank you ladies!! Also need to say the place is spotless clean. Matt did my tattoo. Very helpfull, knows his craft and his image of my idea was spot on perfection. I heard Starlight is pricey don't really know but it was worth every penny as far as I'm concerned, I'll be wearing this "ART" for the rest of my life. Staff, comfort level and overall atmosphere no need to go anywhere else. Thanks again Starlight read more

Starlight Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Rochelle Park, New Jersey

Had the best tattoo artist *Kyle*! He did the tattoo my sister and I wanted to memorialize our dad. Amazing work and color. Everyone is so kind and considerate! A great experience! read more

Starlight Tattoo - *****Best Ever***** - Tattoo Near Me - Rochelle Park, New Jersey

Mario and Bree will stop at nothing to make you happy! I now have the tattoo of a lifetime due to how much they care.

Jorge did a FANTASTIC job fixing a horrible tattoo !!! I am so very thankful and happy !!!! I should have gone to starlight to begin with ... valuable lesson learned read more

Starlight Tattoo - My fixed tattoo! - Tattoo Near Me - Rochelle Park, New Jersey

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The only place I will get tattooed! Christian is amazing and has a great hand when tattooing. I've had both my larger pieces done by him and are very happy with both pieces. If your looking for a clean reliable shop starlight is definitely the place to go. If you want a creative and thorough artist...Christian is your man. I will definitely go back if I want another :) Prices are reasonable for the area and cash is the better option. read more

Been getting tattoo by Jay Sall for years now great artist great friend. Great place the staff is always friendly. Clean place great tattoos highly recommend read more

Got my first tattoo here 12 years ago. I was just at the Inked Out NJ convention and happened to find the Starlight booth. I was talking to another artist regarding a tattoo and he referred me to Christian Lucca. I couldn't be happier. Christian took the time to make my tattoo one of a kind! He's extremely gentle and has super clean lines. His easy rapport and wit will make anyone comfortable. I will definitely be going back to work on a half sleeve! Thanks Christian!!! read more

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Loved the service, very professional staff and great artists, Richie has tattooed my 3 times now and I am looking forward to collecting from some of the other artists read more

I got a tattoo here six years ago. When I made the appointment I included a reference photo and specifically asked for it not to exactly match the photo and that I wanted a few things different. It was just a rough idea. Came in for my appointment and Richie had literally traced the photo. I should've left then and there but I was too set on getting my tattoo that day. It came out alright but I wish he had reworked it into something original like I asked. I ended up getting it redone by Ian at Shotsie's a few years later and it really pops now. read more

They pierced my friend's septum crookedly and too far back, and they had to get it re-pierced. Unimpressive.

Awesome experience like usual. Matt was able to help me integrate my current tattoo into my new idea. Matt did an awesome job and I will definitely have him do my next tattoo. The girls at reception were friendly and helpful. read more

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Matt Rosenthal is excellent. Funny, professional artist who literally has tattooed my whole body, highly recommended. Jay is amazing and has done several portraits on me as well. read more

I chose starlight because the previous tattoo shop I had looked at said the tattoo I wanted was not something he could do in the spot I wanted and to switch the spot. When I talked to Kyle I showed him what I wanted and I told him exactly how I wanted it, where I wanted it, and how I wanted my son's name placed on my back.I told him I wanted the script of my son's name to match the previous tattoo I have I have of my other son. When he showed me the sketch I was amazed at how well he listened to what we spoke about and he went over the things I didn't like and fixed them with no problem. He did a great job and I was very happy with how the tattoo turned out. I would let me tell my friends to come here and anyone looking to get a tattoo definitely check this place out!!! read more

The service was horrible and the body jewelry selection was extremely limited. Do not recommend this place for piercings though I can't speak to their body art. read more

Had a wonderful experience here today! Staff was very friendly and welcoming, and I received a great piercing from Julianne (sp), she does great work and made sure I was happy. I was happy with the price of the service. The location itself is nice, and I felt really comfortable. I'd recommend highly, and I'd return! read more

I personally live this place. An artist here, Bill, did my first and second tattoos and is actually drawing up a piece for me right now. He's tattooed a lot of friends and is doing a buddies full back piece. The staff is friendly and ill be coming back time and time again for more ink work. This place earns one of rare five stars! read more

I got my tattoo done here by KR while I was on vacation and he was awesome! I walked in on Friday and showed him what I wanted done and he said no problem. I made an appointment with him, to get it done on Saturday. He did an awesome job and I couldn't be happier. I live in Los Angeles and contacted two tattoo artists, and they either said they were not taking new clients or could not do my design (even though it was very simple). KR took his time even though it was a very simple tattoo, and took the time to explain the aftercare process once he was done. I highly recommend KR and Starlight Tattoo. read more

Big scam! Went there for a tattoo and show them what I wanted. The person behind the counter saw it and when I asked how much would it be she said it's $200 an hour. The tattoo artist also saw what I wanted . He said I had to leave $100 deposit that will go towards the price when I came back later that night to have it done.. he tattooed me for 1 hour and 10 minutes and after he said that it would be an additional $250 bringing the total now to 350$ ! Plus to top it all off he said I would have to come back one more time so he could finish which would be an additional 150 to $200 !! That's nearly $550 for a tattoo that should have only cost $200 for the hour he worked on me. I called back and complained and they said that it's $200 an hour only if its for multiple hours which was never told to me in the beginning !! Total SCAM !!! read more

Clearly the previous reviewers have issues, other than with Starlight. To quote that there are "dikes" and "fat" people working there, shows how shallow and prejudiced they are. Let's stick to the facts... quality work, caring, friendly and outgoing staff. I have personally gotten pierced by Gisella - as has my daughter, and have been 110% satisfied. We both plan to return soon for more piercings.I tell all my friends that Starlight is "THE PLACE TO GO". read more

My husband and I got our first tattoos in memory of our daughter. Matt did a fantastic job, he was able to capture every little detail of my babies footprints :) . I couldn't of imagined a better experience. Staff is super friendly & understanding. I highly recommend this place. read more

First time getting tattooed at this shop. The girls at the desk are super nice and accommodating. Very polite. I got tattooed with Matt he was also awesome and Great his bedside manor. I will definitely be back for more tattoos sooner then later! read more

Great experience, ultimate professionals and great artists. Dylan did a fantastic job on my tattoo. Was upbeat, attentive and communicated well throughout the entire process. Highly recommend, especially for first-timers who are looking for a place that's clean, comfortable and welcoming. Doesn't get any better. read more

Great service and worth every penny. Dan tattooed my fiancé and myself and was very good. Highly recommend this place. You have to pay for good quality work. Touch ups within a year are free. Can't beat that. read more

Wow, the other reviewers experiences were the complete opposite of my experience here and I was really shocked reading them. I am by no means a beginner to piercings and tattoos, but this was my first time in Starlight. I am usually a die-hard Pleasurable Piercings customer, but I've had a few bad experiences with unfriendly staff there and decided to try Starlight after reading the rave reviews about their Belleville location. A friend of mine was also in the market for a new tattoo, so we figured we'd stop in and check out the artists' portfolios and the vibe of the shop. We were immediately greeted by Gisella (the piercer) as we walked in the door and she made us feel instantly comfortable and welcome. I've been to a few other tattoo shops that were pretty intimidating, but this was the complete opposite. She really took her time with me, explained everything slowly, step by step, and never did I feel intimidated, uncomfortable, or nervous about her abilities. My nose piercing is healing way faster than my previous nostril piercing and I know it's because of her expertise. She let me sit in the chair for a bit afterwards and she was nothing short of a sweet and easy to talk to. I don't think I will get pierced anywhere else as long as Gisella works at Starlight. I've heard great things about her husband who pierces at the Belleville location as well. My friend decided to return and got tattooed by Tito a few weeks later and her tattoo is beautiful. He did an amazing job and his work was immaculate. He too, was easy to talk to and made you feel confident in your selection and his work. All in all, I would recommend this Starlight location to anyone. I had a great experience and won't hesitate to go there in the future. read more

I went to get a custom fit nose ring which looked ok when I got it. After I left and the swollen of my nose went down the ring started to turn around and it was very uncomfortable. I went back and I was told that the piercing is wrong (I got it over five years ago at their place). I told them then they should told me that and not done the custom fit nose ring which is a waste of money. After talking for a while the assistant manager? has agreed to pierce my nose again and not charge me. Well since this is all new for me I didn't realize that when they pierce they use 18G needle and the ring was 20G. It doesn't look good since it doesn't fit. I don't recommend them for piercing unless you know what your stuff. read more

The place looks amazing comparing the location at Belleville, but it's gone now. The artist's portfolio is more presentable and their works are so good and you can't tell whose done who for the quality is great. The atmosphere is inviting, looks and smells clean read more

I gave Kyle my idea, and I let him run with it.It was exactly what I wanted and then some.He told me he listened and learned growing up in the parlor, and now he on his way to doing great things.I highly recommend him. RENEGADE read more

I got my nose pierced at a very high quality tattoo shop in Manhattan New York but I live in New Jersey so I was trying to find a place such as the one in Manhattan. I found this place and based on the ratings I gave it a try. When I went there I was greeted by a woman named Julian. first she showed me the rings that they have. They did not have that many choices but I found one similar to the one I already had and I just needed to change the color. Julian took me downstairs, the room was very nice and clean and private. I noticed that she was handling my new nose ring with her bare hands after I saw her take money from another customer. She did not wash her hands because she did not leave my side at any time after she dealt with the previous customers. I mention to her about wearing gloves or washing her hands and she had a attitude and became upset. Then she put the gloves on and continued cleaning the nose ring. The nose ring I had in was with the bone and stud. This woman did not even clean my piercing before taking it out and she did not support the bottom while she was pulling the top. It hurted more than the piercing itself and I believe she did it that way because she was upset with me for correcting her about wearing gloves. it was that or she did not know what she was doing. My nose was bleeding from the bone being pulled with no support and was hurting for a couple of days. I do not recommend anyone going to her to change a nose ring and I most definitely will not return to this shop. She told me that she will call me the following Monday so that I can pick up a black hoop and she did not call which is okay because I rather not do any more business with this tattoo shop. read more

My friends and I have been going to Starlight for (3-4) years now (my last tattoo was done on 12/28/10). I have truly enjoyed the tattooing experience with Galo. When you first walk in you are usually greeted by Andrew (If he's not piercing). It has been my experience in going to Starlight that everyone working there has been very professional and informative. Andrew or the person working the counter takes your information and directs you to an artist for the consultation (you have the opportunity to look through the artists portfolio & cert). I have never experienced any sales pressure, cash or credit card issues, or any other activity that would make me feel uncomfortable. Basically, you go in one day for the consult/price (and leave a deposit) & the next day for the tattoo. As for piercing, my friends and I have walked in, said what we wanted, and got pierced. Like with anything, you should basically know what you want prior to going in. read more

I had an excellent experience at Starlight Tattoo. Bill T was a complete professional and made my experience very enjoyable. Everyone from the front desk staff to the artists and patrons were friendly and helpful. They made sure to follow up before my appointment was scheduled and punctual every step of the way. I'm excited to go back and get my second round completed by Bill. Hats off to you all! read more

I'm low maintenance. Im not going to give a 1 star review because the person behind the counter didn't smile at me. I had my tattoo done by TITO and it was my first one. He was awesome. I brought in a picture of what i wanted (Clean drawing, nothing special) he shaded it perfectly and the finished product looked better than what i had in my head. He was efficient and skilled and would go to him again. Pricing was on par with what i expected for what I was getting but you know what they say, when it comes to a tattoo are you really out for a bargain? I would definitely come back if I get another one. read more

Just went in to get my nose pierced. The girls at the counter were extremely friendly and Dylan did a great job on the piercing. Fast and easy, definitely will be back. read more