I had my first tattoo done in Las Vegas at a fancy, big name shop. It was pretty much a let down, and I regret allowing the work to proceed after I saw the "artist's" initial temporary rendition on my arm. Ugh. I wanted another forearm tattoo, and had an idea from a motorcycle tank I saw. I brought it in for a consultation with Baltimore Jon, and well, just look how awesome my vicious fish is. A couple days later, I came back and Jon fixed my other arm piece. The skull picture is the work Jon did to fix the lousy art I got in Vegas. It's not his design, but he did an awesome job repairing my tattoo. There is no better recommendation than seeing quality ink. I see some people ragging on them for being "rude". I think I know the disconnect here. I am biker, and am used to going to Harley shops, biker bars, MC clubhouses and other assorted hangouts. A long-running tattoo shop is similar. It caters to people who are personable and can handle themselves like an adult. Warlock's is clean, well-lit, and professional. But if you're immature, want someone to put a Tweety bird on your butt, or stand around and giggle with your friends, you will be the recipient of major eye rolls and likely some rude behavior. As a man of a certain age, like the owners here, I don't tolerate a lot of crap anymore. I suspect it's the same here. I'll bet they see their fair share of weenies given the popularity of tattoos these days. I am so happy I got my work here, and didn't have to fly to NYC or Miami, or worse, Las Vegas. Check these guys out. read more

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Bryon does a great job at making you feel like complete shıt. Don't recommend this place at all. Especially him being the owner. It's almost laughable at how crappy he is as a person and tattoo artist. Go to Aether tattoo if you want a good experience. read more

I recently had a disappointing experience with Byron. The process at Warlock's is not what I expected, but I second guessed my judgment, ignored red flags, and got the tattoo. When I first reached out, they told me to email the details of the tattoo and they would schedule me with an artist best suited for it. Then they emailed me back and told me to just look at their galleries and pick an artist. I chose Byron because I figured with his decades of experience, I would get a great tattoo. When the consultation started, it was obvious he hadn't read my email, and he rushed through the meeting without fully listening to my ideas. His lack of attention was evident in the line drawing he provided days later. It was simply a traced version of the inspiration images I had provided. There was no personal touch or creativity added to the design, and it was missing a major component. When I scheduled the tattoo, I noted the missing component and was told he would be informed. I arrived to find he had also not read that note. He hastily sketched it and cut it into the design in literally less than a minute. I wrongly assumed he would only use it as a guide, not actually tattoo that mess on me. The actual tattooing process was a pleasant experience overall (he's conversational and played good music), but the work was sloppy. The line work was uneven, and the color blending was neither well done nor what I asked for. What was supposed to be a dusky sky looked instead like flames, so a tattoo meant to celebrate books instead looked like I promoted burning them. Overall, I am extremely disappointed with the service provided by Byron. He lacked attention to detail, creativity, and professionalism. Art permanently placed on one's body should be a collaboration. Thankfully, I found an artist who is successfully correcting the flaws in Byron's work. The result is beautiful, but it's much darker and will be more than twice the cost, time, and pain to get it where it should have been the first time. read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Supposed to be a stack of books, the top one open with its pages lifting into a colorful dusky sky and transforming into birds. - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Cannot find anything wrong with this shop. After a cancellation, Bryan got us in and did a phenomenal job for 2 friends looking for their first and second tattoo. Their parlor was clean, staff was engaging and nice and very professional. read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Moving 5 kids across the country was not something easily done. Faith got me through. - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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Amazing customer service! Super clean and organized tattoo SPA with several talented artists. I had been searching and asking around for a tattoo artist to do a coverup for me. From the time I walked into warlock's I knew this would be my place! First of all, this was the cleanest and neatest tattoo establishment I had ever seen. The front staff greeted me so cheerfully and carefully reviewed my request. They knew exactly which artist to pair me with. Bryan! And boy they were right! After speaking with Bryan I felt right away that I could trust him and his work. On the day of my appointment, Bryan was ready. His workroom was sooooo clean and so well organized I felt like I was at a spa. He made sure I was comfortable and reassured me that I would be satisfied with the results. Bryan has a great personality that makes his customers feel like you already knew him. And his artistry? OMG!!! I loved my tattoo so much I cried! The ugly, damaged bow that once sat on my ankle was GONE! Totally gone! My new tattoo is so beautiful I still can't stop looking at it. Now I want more and will definitely be going back to let Bryan add on to his masterpiece. Warlocks is now my new tattoo spa! Thank you Bryan and the 2 nice ladies at the front desk. I'll be back very soon and bringing friends with me! Deb read more

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Highly recommend Ashlei at Warlock. Amazing attention to detail, does a very thorough consult, answers all questions, and makes great suggestions while still working to get everything you want included, and just an incredible artist! read more

Had an appointment with Al "Breezy" today and what a great experience! Hands down the place to go for tattoos. They make you feel very comfortable and answer all your questions honestly. Clearly they are in it for the art and service and not about making money. Will be back again. Thank you! read more

I came in for a tattoo of jack skeleton, I walked out with a half done tattoo that was supposedly done according to the artist, he was missing an arm, part of his torso and the whole bottom half was missing. I had to pay more to get the tattoo finished when it was even finished in the first place. Don't go here. read more

Clean, professional and best tattoo artists in Raleigh. Quality of work is superior to other shops

An old school tattoo shop in Raleigh- clean shop! Friendly and was able to get in a small appointment within a few days. I met Ernie- who's been tattooing since he was 17 and classic tattoo styles. I had a small tattoo that required fine line work and he did great! It was quick, clean and healed up beautiful! Thanks to the staff there, everyone was friendly and helpful! read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This Tattoo Place was a blessing after two bad experiences in one day. The first bad experience was with Romantic Torture Tattoo, on Capital Blvd and secondly, Rock-N-Roll Tattoo, refer to the review I wrote for this, "Rock-N-Roll." Sabrina, Deborah and staff were very accommodating. They took me in at the very last minute. They were very patient with all my questions and inquires. They were more expensive but professionalism is worth the price. Sabrina did both of my tragus and I couldn't be happier! I WILL BE BACK!!! Thanks all staff!! read more

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one of the most unprofessional places i've been to get a tattoo. their work is good but i advise you NOT to book with bryon. He tattooed me horribly that i had to get it covered up & promised me a free touch up and NEVER did it read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Byron did not want to touch up my tattoo after he stated i got a free touch up. LOOK AT THAT WORK - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Contacted the shop via email and received a response within the hour. They gave me a call to discuss prices and availability. We were visiting Raleigh for the weekend and they got us in the next day! Front desk staff are extremely friendly!!! Our tattoo artist Brian was great! He was great with making last minute changes and our tattoos came out looking amazing! Very satisfied with the overall establishment and will definitely be going back. read more

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I will never trust a place that you can walk into and get a tattoo immediately ever again. If they aren't booked up, there's probably a reason for that. I had a cover up done here, which it looks much better than the original, but there were some spots that definitely need touched up. The guy that did it told me there probably would be. I came back a month later to have them touch it up and the guy that did it wasn't there, but someone else told me that it looks great and doesn't need anything. He said "you can only see the other tattoo through it because you know it's there. I didn't even notice it until you pointed it out". I know that he just didn't feel like doing it for free, even though I would have paid him for it. I paid over $640 for a tattoo that definitely isn't worth that. They offer "free touch ups" on cover ups, but I was refused a touch up. I was really hoping to find someone here that I could continue going to and am really disappointed in how this was handled. Had he touched it up for me I would have kept coming back and sent him business because I have people ask me about my tattoos all the time. Super disappointed. read more

Warlock is a clean and professional studio especially in a time like today. My artist was Bill, he was very nice and considerate. He designed my tattoo better than I expected it to be. I love it and get some many nice compliments! (This is my third tattoo) read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Butterfly/Flower tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

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I just went into the shop with my friend to have our piercings resized. The people that work here are rude and they all act like they dont care if you're there or not. I didnt mind that they asked us to wait a moment, but the way they talk to you, it just makes you feel unwelcome. Great piercing, bad customer interaction. read more

Brian did amazing on my American traditional tattoo!! Shop was very clean and everyone was nice!! They will take care of you for a amazing price read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

Went in Saturday for a coverup tattoo. Sadly they were completely booked. Byron , the owner , asked me if I could make it in the next day at 1. When I told him I had to be at work at 2 , he said can you be here at 1030? Keep in mind they don't open until 12 on Sundays. I said I could. I showed up at 1025 and Byron was right there holding the door open for me. We had good conversation. Took about an hour and a half. He told me he was going to post a before and after picture and put on Instagram. Which he did just that. Just another reason I continue to come here for tattoos. And my daughters do as well. read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I love this shop. My husband and I found Byron a few years back. We had gone to multiple shops looking for a good artist who was friendly. As soon as we met Byron we knew he was the right guy. I have had 5 of my tattoos done at his shop and 3 were by him. We now live out of state but still make the drive to because we love him. I still recommend him to everyone I can. I've added a few of mine and my husbands tattoos. Thank you for everything! read more

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I got my septum piercing done here and they were phenomenal. First, when I walked in the door they did a COVID screening and took my temperature. They offered hand sanitizer to everyone before entering. Very on top of COVID cleaning and precautions, which I really appreciated. My piercer was very nice, and talented at what he does. He walked me through everything and I felt really comfortable. I appreciated the effort he put into the sanitizing and precautions before the piercing. Check them out! read more

Got my hand tatted by Ernie, super happy with my results, didn't take long at all. Tiffany the receptionist was so sweet too! Thanks guys, I'll be back !!! read more

I called about getting a smoke background on the flames on my arm. I walked in and Ernie came out and said it wouldn't be a problem at all. After going to his room and getting some ideas he had , which were awesome I decided to rework my whole 1/4 sleeve. Man since I first got it in 2004 I always wanted it to look the way it does now. He gave me a number on how much it was going to cost and o was actually surprised on how reasonable it was so I said go even further. I let him run with his own design and I could not be happier. I'm so glad Ernie worked on my tattoo, he is professional and truly a great artist. 5's all the way. read more

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This is my favorite tattoo shop. Today I had my second tattoo done by Sam. I am very very happy. My first one was a large rib cage piece nearly 2 years ago. Still looks awesome. Today I got my Spartan Sprint helmet. I am very happy with the beautiful tattoo I received today. This is a clean shop with professional people and it is very clean. The bathroom is very very clean. It is very important to have a clean shop. Each room is private so other people won't see you getting inked unless you want the door open. If you are looking to get inked, Warlocks is the place to go in Raleigh. read more

Warlock's Tattoo - My Spartan helmet tattoo. - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

I got a tattoo today for my daughter who went to college yesterday for her freshman year. I try to get ink for milestone events. Byron did it for me and he's done other work for me as well. It's always absolutely stunning and I'm in love with my new one. And maybe him too! He is awesome. I've hardly ever felt pain when he's done my work and he is very vigilant in making sure that your tattoo will be correctly placed, last for years and years, and that it's absolutely perfect for you. I will never use anyone but Byron and I have friends who feel the same way. The entire staff there are incredibly friendly and welcoming. You cannot go wrong with either warlocks or Byron especially! read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Anklet tattoo with a heart for my heart, my daughter done by Byron - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

My husband and I have had a number of tattoos done here and we are always pleased with the results. Bill did a gorgeous coverup tattoo on my back and he has done 2 on my husband's forearms that always get compliments. Today Byron did a text tattoo for me and it was done quickly and it is exactly what I wanted. My husband also got his ears pierced here by Sydney and she was very thorough and professional and did a great job. We love this place and can't recommend it enough. read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Coverup tattoo done by Bill - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

This was the first piercing business that I tried in Raleigh. Not ONLY did the girl pierce my ear at the wrong PLACE, not as marked, but the wrong angle, making it impossible to see the earring. And in addition, they charged DOUBLE what Rock and Roll did! Have not/will not return. read more

I got my nose pierced here by Sabrina a year ago the piercing was done very well, so i recommended it to my friend to get her septum done a few weeks ago. We got there and there was only one other person in there so we expected to be there for a short time but 3 other people walked in and were all served before us. Finally after 15 ish minutes waiting Sabrina took us into the room and was very VERY rude to us. She pierced my friends septum crooked and after realizing her mistake, she suddenly turned she very nice. I recommend Rock n roll tattoo on glenwood avenue instead for piercings, they are so friendly and do a very good job on piercings. read more

Got a tattoo done by Byron as a walk-in. When I got there he was already mostly done with the sketch so it made my session go really fast. The tattoo rooms and waiting area are very clean and the staff who work the check in area are very nice and are a great help on the phone. When it's time for another tattoo I will definitely be going back to Warlock's. read more

I had a really pleasant experience! This was my third tattoo and it was quick (20 minutes), friendly, and overall really great. My tattoo looks beautiful (Thanks to Ernie). I 100% will go back. read more

I got my navel pierced here the other day by Anthony. He was very professional and made me feel very comfortable. Due to COVID, they took our temperature outside before we came in and asked us questions about the virus. When sanitizing, he made sure to show me that everything was super clean. Made sure I was comfortable the entire time and I only paid $110 for the piercing and an opal ring! My only complaint was I saw a few workers walking around without a mask. Overall, i LOVED my experience at Warlocks. And I highly recommend Anthony as your body piercer!! read more

Great place, great artists. If you're too sensitive to handle some banter, you shouldn't be in a tattoo shop.

I took my soon-to-be-12-year-old to get her ears pierced and they were no-nonsense and professional. I felt good about going to a certified piercing professional and they seemed to care about proper placement. I'm not sure which of their procedures are required and which they just decided are proper practice, but I felt certain that it was sanitary and safe. They require a parent and birth certificate for under-18-year-olds. Be warned--it ain't cheap at $100+ for two ears, but I suppose you get what you pay for. I recommend Warlock's for piercings. read more

If I could do no stars, I totally would. This is the WORST tattoo shop I have ever been in and I've been in so many I can't count them. They might do a good job at what they do, but it's so not worth it when they treat you like shit. The people are rude, degrading, bad quality people. I still have the navel piercing I got at 16, it was done well. But my sister & I went in there on separate occasions. The owner (I think?) made both of us cry because he treated us so unbelievably rudely. Highly DO NOT recommend if you want to keep your sense of self worth. read more

WORST PLACE WORST SERVICE EVER!!! DO NOT GO HERE!!! I have experience with tattoos and never have I had that bad of service. The artist, Bryon literally cussed out my sister and friends and kicked them out. Highly do not recommend. The awards mean crap when the service sucks. read more

From my wife: I had to have ear surgery a couple months ago, and the nurse had to remove my three captive-ball rings from my upper cartilage to prep me for the procedure. I went to Warlock's to see about putting them back in and Mark was extremely helpful and friendly. He was particular about keeping everything clean, even though he was just replacing rings that had been in my ears for 8 years. He carefully put the three rings back in my ears, which had been out of my ears for over 2 months, and did it free of charge even though I ended up taking up a lot more of his time than I'd anticipated. If I decide to get another piercing, this will be the first place I'll go. read more

Please, please, please do not go to this place for a tattoo! I won't waste your time by dragging out the experiences that I've had here, although I could write a novel about it. These are some points that basically sum up the problems that I've had with this place, and I hope that they convince you to take your hard-earned money elsewhere: The owner is disgustingly condescending and intentionally tried to make me feel like a idiot when I tried to ask questions regarding my tattoo ideas. I received a crooked, uneven tattoo on my wrists from Kamil, and when I complained he blew me off and told me that it would look fine when it healed (IT DOESN'T!)*** After calling multiple times to try to schedule a touch-up session, the receptionist continuously told me what times I couldn't come in, yet didn't offer any times that I could. Atrocious customer service, bad tattooing.... Need I say more? Please learn from my mistakes and get your tattoos/piercings elsewhere. There are many talented artists around NC that will give you much better service, beautiful work and for a better price, too! ***I will try to post a picture of my wrists soon. read more

Sabrina is an amazing piercer. So professional and clean. Always makes sure Im comfortable! Great place, cool ass art too.

Just to let you know, I now have my third tattoo from Warlock and I have added a Monroe piercing (a piercing for a small diamond right above my lip that would look like a beauty mark). They are still the best I know what my next one's going to be and it's going to be A-maze-ing!!!!!!! Yes I know it's misspelled but if you are going to get your knickers in a twist over that then you don't need to read my reviews. Still the best! read more

I took my 8-year-old here to get her ears pierced and Sydney & Sabrina did a fantastic job! Sydney was super kind and put my daughter at ease. They pierced both her ears at the same time which was great because she didn't have time to be nervous. She said it didn't hurt any worse than a shot and she was thrilled with her new earrings. They do a first rate job with keeping everything clean & sterile (they have an autoclave). And Sydney explained everything we needed to know about after care which is much simpler than back when I got my ears pierced. It takes 6 months for the ears to heal, so you'll want to keep that in mind if your child will be playing a sport where earrings have to be removed. There's a sign on the door that says no children under 13 admitted, but this is for the tattoo side--just go in through the piercings entrance. You'll need to have your ID and your child's birth certificate too. read more

Warlock's Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Raleigh, North Carolina

A truly great experience! Everyone was nice and friendly from the moment I walked in until the moment I left. Byron Wallace did an amazing cover-up for me and I was very pleased. He was very funny so that distracted me from the pain I wish I could give them 10 stars read more

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