Reviews of Grade A Tattoos and Body Piercing (Tattoo Shop)

Ashley Carter

Very friendly staff. I had my industrial bar done a little over 3mths ago. I don't remember who did it but he made the experience very pleasant and I felt I was in good hands while getting the piercing done

Rachel Averill

Artists was very nice about my tattoo and asked how I was doing every so often. Will definitely be the place I go to for all of my tattoos

matthew imel

Best shop hands down ! Booked a session with Allen an it was well worth it, dope artist for sure! I will be back soon . looking for quality work go to Grade A.... Thanks

Angie Glant

Jordan did beautiful work on my new ink! She was friendly, professional, and talented. The rest of the employees were talkative and nice, and helpful with checking in and upon leaving. The shop was very clean. I highly recommend!

Cake OrDeath

Fantastic experience! My piercer, Joshua, was very friendly and knowledgeable. He explained every step he did as well as making sure my new piercings would fit right in with the ones I already had. The environment was nice and clean, I feel …

ALLEN SANDERS

Had a very good experience Allen Bracknell is amazing will be coming back

Deena Dufour

Walked in the door and literally the first thing I see is a blonde girl leaning so far over the counter, I thought she may break her back trying to chat with everyone that worked there. It was ridiculous looking. At least she migrated to the area behind the counter. The work was fine, just a piercing. The shop was clean, and that's honestly the best thing I can say about the place. Definitely won't go back as staff was less than friendly.

Scarlet Rose

I should've written this way sooner. I got my nose pierced around May 2018. I LOVED it--it was/is literally perfect. I wish I could remember names!! So....fast forward a year....my daughter wanted the same thing...a girl did hers--which she loves--and I wanted a different stone (I never change mine, I just keep it super clean and leave it in always). Great service. Go forward a couple of months, and my stone came out and I couldn't get it back in for anything. I went back nearly in tears, and a guy put it back in for me, free of charge. I love this place. Great service, and our piercings, even tho they're probably pretty basic as far as these things go, as perfect. I'll definitely go back if I want something else!!

SENPAI !

ask for joe, hes the best

Abby Taylor

I went in for a belly button peircing. I was super nervous about getting it done. The peircing artist talked me through it and assured me that its a quick peircing. We talked about hygen and what is expected with the healing process. I did everything the peircing artist said to get the peircing to heal. They peirced me with a 12g barbell. Most belly button barbell peircings are a 14g. About three months later i went back in to ask questions about the barbell. I was treated not very warmly since i was not there to buy anything. A year later, i was still having issues with the peircing on healing. Turns out your suppose to wash the peircing with soap. The artist advised me to never wash the peircing. In the end i had to take the peircing out cause it started to reject. Ive had a friend who i advised at the time, to go get it done with them. She also had the same issue. Her peircing never healed and in the end had to take her peircing out to heal as well. I did end up going to Cardinal on Spy Run. Super helpful and was willing to answer any questions i had. The guy i was talking to said if i clean the peircing out with soap that the rejection may stop and start to heal. I gave it a few days with their orders, but the peircing was still rejecting. The guy i was talking to said that after i take out the barbell for a year, i can go to them and they can redue the peircing. So any peircing you need done, go to Cardinal.

Cassidy Lynne

I got my nostril piercing elsewhere, and it was a little botched. i had terrible irritation and an annoying reoccurring keloid. my friend recommended me to grade A to maybe switch out my jewelry or ask them for help. the place was very clean and professional. when i got to the counter and asked about keloid help, the guy at the desk bluntly said keloids were too tricky and there’s not really a “cure” for them. so i settled with picking out a clean stud to change into, from the selection of “nose studs” i was shown. (keep this in mind). my piercer was pretty nice, and he assured my nose would be healed in no time, while he painfully inserted the new jewelry (not really his fault though). my nose did heal up very quick, but about a month later, the extreme redness & keloid came back. well, i waited around, and i decided to get my septum pierced. i went to Relevant in coldwater, where i’ve had a previous piercing done from there that turned out perfectly. i asked my peircer, Samantha, about my nose, in which she gave me some keloid remedy tips & said she’d help me change it out after my septum piercing. when she pulled my jewelry out, it split in half, which is when she realized it was jewelry for a MEDUSA PIERCING. not a NOSTRIL piercing. she was just as mad as i was! the piercers at grade a knowingly showed me the wrong jewelry, and let me pay $60+ to not accomplish anything!!!! what a rip off!! even if they didn’t know it was jewelry for a medusa and NOT for a nostril...isn’t that a sign? it’s safe to say i won’t be coming back for those prices again. i’m sticking with samantha from Relevant!

Whitney Herring

Incredibly professional and fast service. I got my nose pierced here and everything so so clean and sterile. I've had my nose pierced 2 other times at 2 other places and it was never as clean as here and both other times my nose always got infected. It's been almost a month now and my nose is still in perfect shape! Definitely worth the little extra you pay. Will be going back here to get my jewelry changed out once my nose heals for sure!

Amber Ternet

This picture isn't of my prettiest tattoo they did for me but it is currently my favorite. It's Marilyn Manson's, signature and a heart he drew for me on my backstage pass. They have helped me so many times and are kind and have amazing creative artists!!!

Wakalanni

I got my first piercing here (helix), and it was a great experience! People were really helpful and friendly. 10/10

Kristie Brister

I called, and called and even texted multiple times to try to get an appointment for removing some of a tattoo I got. One person replied maybe twice and the phone number given to text about this never even returned a text. I say that's not very good for business no matter how busy you may be. What's it matter what number I was given? You should have had better business ethics and scheduled an appointment! Bottom line!

Nevaeh Wood

I went in for my birthday and got a decent sized tattoo, I did however have a budget and they were really great about helping me keep it within my proce range. My whole entourage got tattoos as walk ins and theyre artists were great. I highly suggest asking to buy saniderm for your tattoo. I had it on and after 7 days my tattoo was fully healed no scabs no nothing. The staff there is super nice to everyone. Its best to set up an apt because they have so mamy wall ins during the afternoon.

Alexander Yeager

My friend and I came to Grade A for tattoos because we had always heard really positive things about them. Everything was going well, until the tattoo artist showed me the design, it was small since we were walk-ins, but it wasn't what I …

Tayla Tazzmania

I don’t know where to begin with all of the stuff they screwed up. They had to reschedule me 4 times because “ The new girl got the schedule wrong” 4 times in a row. When I finally got done they sent me a text and had me come in at 8:30 …

Colonel246

Absolutely great at what they do. Great service. I love this place. I've been twice now. I went once to get a small tattoo and get to know an artist because the last I went to left a scar and made it crooked. I went back today because they did a good job to get my first big piece. The artist gave my roommate who came with him a controller for the Xbox and maintained good conversation. It was all together a an enjoyable experience. He was also kind enough to fix my bad tattoo so I left him a really nice tip. I will certainly be going back to this place.

Hannah Johnson

My best friend and I received tattoos from Isaac on Saturday night. Every single person we came in contact with here was awesome. I can't wait to come back and get future work done.

Ashley

Very informative and really nice. Price of the jewelry for my belly piercing was pretty pricey but all in all with that aside it was a wonderful sterile experience.

Jswin TV

i highly recommend issac! he takes his time and is highly talented. he makes the tattoo experience one that makes you want to come back for more, if it’s your first one or your looking for another one he can do almost anything.SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT WITH ISSAC!

Michael Rosebraugh

Fantastic tattoo work from Taime, it was obvious he took pride in his work. Will see him again. I highly recommend Grade A Tatoos and Body Piercing, the staff was very professional and their art work that I saw was 5 star.

anosic

My hubby and I got our first tattoos today at Grade A. Isaac and Allen did an amazing job!!! You can tell they put a lot of heart into their work!!! They are both amazing artists!!

McKayla Alspach

I've never been to Grade A but I would highly recommended them. They are really friendly. They know what they are doing. The shop is really clean and inviting. Also the prices are very reasonable. I would come back here for another piercing or a tatto.

Armin Nosic

Did my tattoo at Grade A Tattoos with Allen Bracknell who is just AMAZING!!!! This lion is just badass and it was done in one 7.5 hour session. Everyone was helpful but Allen went above and beyond to make my first tattoo look amazing!!! Thanks again will be back when I am ready for another!

Ashley Michael

Good artists don’t mean anything if you cannot get them to complete their work. Here’s how it works: You pay IN FULL for your tattoo up front. If your work only takes one session you’re fine, but if it takes more than one you are in for a fight trying to get back in or trying to get a refund. They will schedule you for a follow up but the day of the appointment you will be cancelled (happened multiple times to me). Also, in speaking with other shops in Fort Wayne, I have been told that they cancel you to bring in a fresh client which means fresh cash flow. Meanwhile, those who have already paid are left out. Do yourself a favor and ask around town with other shops and you will find those who are willing to tell you this is happening here. #AlexisGreyShearABCNews, want a legitimate news story?

Ethan Staton

Incredibly friendly, super helpful, and clean which is obviously important. Had some trouble with a piercing healing (my fault not theirs) and within 30 minutes I walked in and walked out with a new post after helpful service.

Andrew

Very nice place very large with lots of artists. Everyone there was very professional and nice Definitely a great place for someone who has never had a tattoo or would be intimidated at your stereotypical tattoo place

chelsea Wilder

People are nice. certainly talented artists at this shop. However, prices are steep. I was quoted $100 for an industrial piercing. I paid $80(not including tip) for a tattoo, approx 1.5in. would not recommend for smaller tattoos, but if you are getting a large realistic tattoo, I would check out the artists portfolios inside.

Jacob Erne

Love the atmosphere there, the workers were super chill. Totally gonna come back for my next tattoo! Isaac was the best he was super chill for sure gonna go back to him.

Linny D

Clean friendly tattoo shop. Allen Bracknell is NATIONALLY recognized for his talent!!! I can't believe a man as talented as him is living in Ft. Wayne Indiana. What raw artistic talent at such a small shop. Good for you Grade A management, hold on to him as long as you can!!! Amazing!!

Malina Malina

We found here literally the best tattoo artist in a states. Because we’ve been to a lot. Because we were working with about 15-20 artists in our life. So just highly recommend to this place and especially artist Isaac Roque!! He is just the best young talented artist! You will never regret to work with him. We will came back to Indiana only for his work again.

Marcy Dunlap

Quality work that won't break the bank! You guys rock!!!

Cameron Voss

Have had multiple tattoos done here by Allen Bracknell and have never had a bad experience! Pricing is competitive, especially for the insane amount of detail. Only downside is that it will take some time to create the tattoo, stencil, etc …

Brittany Armer

Jordan is absolutely amazing! She understands exactly what I want and her line work is absolutely stunning! Will never go to anyone else.

Miranda Prowse

Issac was very professional and very personable! From the time we walked in until the time we left everyone we came in contact with was very nice. My mom and I are very pleased with our tattoos. We will definitely be going back to Grade A!

Rhye

I've gone here for a tattoo before. My sister had an appointment for her very first tattoo with Jordan. She even took off of work, yet with two hours of driving and forty minutes of waiting, she never showed up. Nobody ever contacted us to let us know, so we wasted a lot of gas and time for nothing. Very disappointing and inconsiderate :( The girl at the front desk offered to get another artist to do the tattoo, but the lack of professionalism and consideration put a bad taste in our mouths. We will not be returning.

Michael Perlich

Really enjoyed my experience getting my first tattoo on this old body at Grade A Tattoos. Artists an staff were great be around... friendly and fun. Lance does awesome work!

Elizabeth Swager

Vincent did my Navel today on 10/15/19! It was very quick, and he was very efficient and nice! It’s perfect!! I’ve very happy with it!

Skylar Knapp

Sadly I have to even put a star; however, I paid $122 for a belly button piercing just for the ring to be way too short and it is so swollen that the ring is being swallowed by my skin. I went back here to get it switched out to a longer ring and was told it would cost $65 additional. When I questioned why it would cost extra the man got upset with me and left me in the front of the store. Very unprofessional and an awful experience!!!!

Victorie Jackson

I will not go back here. Every time I come in here there is always a problem. The staff is very rude and unprofessional. I went a week ago to get 3 small tattoos, one was for my pinky fingers the artist told me he doesn’t do finger tats because “they don’t last”. I stopped in today because the 80 dollar 18k gold nose ring I bought from there fell out my nose. There were two people who do piercings standing around and the one guy told my I could take a seat because there were people in front of me and he was rude about it. I left and won’t be back there again It's not about waiting my turn. I understand that I have to wait my turn. There is a big difference between waiting and the response I got from the guy at the front desk. He was rude and condescending. I didn't get a "we understand what you want, just give us a minute to take care of these people who are also getting piercings and we will get to you" instead I got a "well you can have a seat because there are people ahead of you".. after I asked what was going on since no one gave me a answer.. Like i said before this isn't the first time I've interacted with rude people in your facility. In regards to the finger tattoo I should have been set me up with an artist who was competent and capable to do whatever the costumer wants.

Abbie Bliss

They were nice but they scammed my freind. They charged $100 for a simple black tattoo. I paid $130 for a bigger color detailed tattoo at a differnt shop. Will not be coming back!

Nikkya Clifton

Amazing tattoos and great quality. Very educated staff.

Rindi Kessie

They were awesome

Elizabeth Sutton

Grade A tattoo has the greatest talented staff there ready & waiting to make all your tattoo dreams come true!

Ashla Alberson

Got exactly what I wanted that means the world to me!! Very impressed!

Kelsey Foster

Got a nostril piercing from Josh. Scheduling was easy and they accommodated us on the same day. He was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. He didn’t rush us, took time to explain everything, and send a follow up email on the same day and again after six weeks. Pricing was fair. Josh took the time to show us the sterilized tools and the test that showed they had passed the sterilization test. I have 13 piercings and nowhere else has ever taken the time to do that.

Ethan Grubbs

The young guy working there (his name escapes me) did a wonderful job. Very down to earth guy. My girlfriends first tattoo and we expected a nasty, run down parlor, but this place was immaculate. Incredibly clean and staff was friendly. Would highly recommend.

Arsema Samuel

My initial review was deleted or something. Here is the story: I went to Allen and paid a lot of money for a half day of tattooing which was what he said it would take for a rose on my upper arm- his breaks were as long as the time he spent tattooing me. I was okay spending the money for a good tattoo BUT it faded to almost nothing a few months later. I was not new to tattoos and took great care of it. I had travelled hours to go to him and was super disappointed in how it healed (i'm not exaggerating when I say I could barely see the thing). Anyway, I made my concerns known and after a while all I was told was that I could go back to Allen for him to redo the tattoo which of course I was not interested in for many reasons. That is not okay. I finally was able to get the rose done elsewhere by a different artist (who took much less time, was super nice, and only charged for actual tattoo time) and it looks great. At least now I have a tattoo that I am proud of. I got no compensation, no apology nor sympathy from Allen or the shop owners.

Lynley Hiser

Very decent price and the artists were very talented! The studio was super clean and the staff was kind and helpful! I will definitely be returning for future tattoos!

Lynae McFarland

I took my daughter in to have her cartilage done back in July. I don't remember who did it but he was awesome! Made her feel at ease. He was funny and answered all of our questions! I will definitely be going back!

Amanda Louthan

Great experience for my daughters first tattoo. Isaac Roque was great, he explained everything and took the time to make her feel comfortable. Friendly people & a clean shop. Couldn't have asked for more!

Courtney Mae

I waited an hour after my said appointment time to get a 20 min tattoo.

Stephanie Yoder

First tattoo. 60 years young! Isaac was fabulous! The nurse in me appreciated the attention to detail to cleanliness and sterility! Can't wait for my next one!

Vincent Humes

This place is great. My artist did a great job on my tattoo. He was attentive to my art that I wanted and it was just as I wanted it. I would go back again.

Jennifer Winings

My husband, son, daughter in law and myself went for an impromptu tattoo over the weekend. We did not have an appointment but we were told no problem- they had the time to get us in. My husband wanted a tat on his finger. He was warned that it could fade-blah blah blah- but he went for it anyways. I know a 5 year old that could draw a block M better than this. It’s baaad. The scary thing is he had a stencil to trace and it still is bad. I do not recommend Jeremy unless you want shaky lines, lines not connected and a very impersonal experience! Plus $80 for a tat the size of a dime was a bit on the high side! Would give him 0 stars if I could.

Dolores Velasquez

I really loved my tattoo. I showed Joe an idea of what I wanted and he came up with something really awesome. This was my first tattoo and I was really nervous about the pain, but honestly Joe has really light hands and I would definitely go back and request him again.