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    Upper Level Ink

    4.8 (50 reviews)
    ModerateTattoo
    Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

    By appointment only

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    Marianne E.

    I could not be happier with my tattoo! My beautiful fur baby died recently and I really wanted to honor her memory with a tattoo. Jason came highly recommend by a friend. He specializes in portraits. He is absolutely amazing. This tattoo looks exactly like the image I provided.

    It's a Harry Styles inspired tattoo. It's his mantra, which is something I live by. Absolutely love it!
    Maria F.

    Great place. Absolutely love the vibe in there. I went with my friend to get his ears pierced and while the piercer was doing his thing, he was having a conversation with both of us. It was a super great experience. I was even shown a few tattoo sketches that I really loved-- I will definitely be coming back to get a tattoo. Update: 01/01/2020 So I came back and actually got a tattoo. AND LET ME TELL YALL HOW GREAT IT WAS! I got tattooed by Ryan and he is the funniest person ever. He's so down for any conversation and his attention to detail is spectacular. I'm absolutely in love with my tattoo and I can't wait to come back and get more!

    WORK DONE BY ERNIE ALVARADO .  Sleeve complete
    Vanessa K.

    ERNIE A. Is the best. I came across him on Instagram a few years ago. I messaged him and he was very quick to respond and was able to work me in on my schedule. He did an amazing job on my sleeve . He's super chill and does good work. He is also starting my back and I wouldn't trust anyone else to finish it . Go see him if your looking for an artist!

    Adrien A.

    I've only gone here twice and had work by Jason. Let me just say I had a vision of how I wanted my tattoo and Jason made it come true and then some . I knew if I have him some ideas of what I wanted and gave him control of some creativity he would do a good job. My tattoo session started at 2:45 and we ended some time after 9. I was in a lot of pain but Jason put some Spray on my shoulder and I was able to be more at ease .. We all know tats hurt, so that's not surprising. He charges a fair price, but his talent is unbelievable. I will be going back for a few other projects.

    Baby feet and my sons name
    Maria F.

    Love this place.... Its my second time coming back to get a tattoo done by Tanya... Its a very nice and relaxing place to come everyone is very nice..

    Done by Jason Cramer

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    Great service, good vibes, clean & friendly. Overall excellent experience. Thanks so much!

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    The owner is an absolute artist. He spent extra time and effort to get the color and shade perfect for my wife and both adult kids.

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    Jason is awesome! So chill, his work is AMAZING!! Would recommend him to all my Family & Friends! I will for sure go back for more.

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    Ernie is the best tattoo artist in the IE! Not only are his prices great but the artistic touch he adds to every piece is true talent.

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    Tanya did my tattoo and it's the cutest most perfect thing ever. 10/10 would recommend going here!

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    Great clean shop. All the artist are laid back and talented. Definitely worth checking out.

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    Ask the Community - Upper Level Ink

    Do you guys do coverups?

    Yes, we do cover-ups. Please check out our Instagram @upperlevelink to connect with an artist and schedule an appointment. Thank you,… 

    Do you guys do industrial piercings and if so, how much?

    Hi, industrial piercings start at $40. Our piercer will be back in the studio on January 1, 2020.

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    Review Highlights - Upper Level Ink

    Ernie did my piercing, I have already had it done 3x so he warned me it would hurt more than usual (scar tissue).

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    4.7(407 reviews)
    2.2 mi
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    Brought my friend here (my absolute go-to piercing place ) since we both wanted new piercings…read more Today, I got my rook and tragus, and she got her rook and snug. One thing I always appreciate about here is how friendly, caring, and informative everyone is. Whether I have questions about anatomy or aftercare, they always explain everything clearly and never make me feel rushed or confused. And honestly, the piercing process is always way faster and smoother than I expect. I'll mentally prepare for it to hurt and then suddenly they're like "all done!" and I'm sitting there like "oh, that wasn't bad at all" haha. That's also why all my cartilage piercings (3 helix's, 2 tragus's, conch, daith, and rook) have been done here!

    1/30/26 - Called about information for a walk in to get my septum and a pair of lobe piercings…read moredone. They were very informative about hours and pricing. Most importantly they were able to do the piercings I wanted the same day unlike the other shops I called. When I arrived, the store was empty, very clean and quaint. Just the two workers opening the store for the day. I filled out the consent form and about 10 minutes later I was called to the back by Melissa who measured my existing piercings to mark them on my other ear. Very happy with her attention to detail. Everything seemed to be sanitized properly as well, at least to my untrained eyes. She went ahead with the lobe piercings after letting me see the spots she marked using a handheld mirror and they turned out great. I had the same experience with the septum as well. Overall, I am very satisfied with my experience here at Mint Condition and Melissa's work, and will always consider this place first when I'm ready to get my next piercings!

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    Laughing Buddha Body Piercing - Riverside location. University Mall.

    Laughing Buddha Body Piercing

    4.6(714 reviews)
    3.0 mi
    $$$
    Locally owned & operated
    Boutique

    Kris at the piercing shop was amazing from the second I walked in. I came in really stressed out…read morebecause my 5-year-old tragus piercing suddenly got badly infected (not because of the shop at all), and she immediately helped calm me down. She was so kind, patient, and knowledgeable. She took the time to explain everything I needed to do to help save my piercing and made me feel so much better about the situation. I'm so grateful for all her help and reassurance. Thank you, Kris!!

    Even though I made an appointment, I still ended up waiting, and walk‑in wait times at this studio…read morecan be long -- usually around 45 minutes before you're called, even on a slower day. Unfortunately, the wait wasn't the only issue during my first visit. When I finally got in, the interaction with one of the staff members felt uncomfortable. I asked a simple, genuine question about whether piercings on each side have any meaning. He said he didn't know, which was perfectly fine, but the way he responded afterward left me wondering if he was being sarcastic or mocking me. It felt unnecessary, unprofessional, and honestly made me hesitant to return. These days it seems like you can't ask anything without someone turning it into something political, and that's not what I came in for. I did go back for a second visit, and that experience was completely different -- much more easygoing. I guess it really just depends on who you get. Still, that first impression was annoying enough that I've never looked back since. If you decide to visit, I recommend coming with a friend, especially if it's your first time. Having someone with you can help avoid misunderstandings, give you clarity, and make the whole experience feel more comfortable and supported.

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    The Tattoo Gemologist - Dog portrait

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    4.8(31 reviews)
    9.6 mi

    She's amazing!!! If you're thinking about it, please book!…read more I was looking for a female artist who specializes in floral line work, pet portraits, and photos of it once it healed. That's what brought me here. Most tattoos places have "hardcore" environment: redish walls, skeletons, rock music, etc. plus an open concept that leaves no privacy. It can be intimidating and honestly a bit uncomfortable as it's not really my vibe. She has her own private studio, clean, and welcoming. She's warm, clearly passionate about her work, and took the time to ask about sizing, placement, and design, offering her own suggestions too. I got a floral tattoo on my forearm, my first piece in years. She made sure I was comfortable, played relaxing music, and worked quickly with a technique that minimized the pain. When I saw the finished tattoo, I was blown away! better than I'd expected. I've already booked my next session with her. If you're on the fence, just book it. Highly recommend to friends and family! *note* if you're still unsure please check out her google page too! She has more reviews there :)

    I was looking for an artist to tattoo my beloved dog who just recently passed away. Vanessa…read moreexceeded my expectations with how my tattoo turned out. She is very professional and makes sure you are comfortable throughout the entire process. We worked together to develop a piece that was exactly what I was looking for. I was also in and out of her studio in a timely matter and the price was very fair for what I received. I highly recommend entrusting Vanessa with your pet tattoo if this is the style you are looking for!

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