Reviews of Grimm Tattoo (Tattoo Shop)

Phauxi Brown

I love the shop, Wes did my tatt a few years ago & did a great job! BUT CHELSEA the receptionist & LEAH the tattoo artist are VERY rude & racist. Chelsea mugged me when I came in, as if I was some bum off the street, didn't even say hello, I got a sassy "how may I help you". I had two finger tattoos done, but one on my right began to peel at the end & the ink looked invisible as if no one did anything whatsoever, & my lines were broken. I tried to explain that I understand that it was going to fade & I was concerned with the composition of only 3 of the 5 letters; but she YELLED at me in front of EVERYONE in the shop as if I was a child, I'm over 23 yrs old..she may as well spat in my face and called me a n!gger, b/c that's how I felt, & what makes it so bad, I tipped her the 1st time & I was pleasant when I walked in, but Wes handled it, but I'm not sure if I'll be going back.

Hannah Young

First of all the tattoo artists are AMAZING and so friendly unlike most places who turn their nose up at you. And the piercer, Cordis is AWESOME, I've received numerous piercings from him and he's so nice and awesome at his job. This is the only tattoo/piercing shop I ever go to. They're freaking awesome.

Stephanie Chichuk

Amazing artist

tessa wentworth

I got my lip pierced there because my dad knows the owner. The piercing guy is amazing he talked me through the Whole thing. I ended up taking it out cause I was alergic to the metal. But I am going back soon and getting my piercing again

Jose Marroquin

Super friendly staff. 10/10 would go again.

Alexander Connell

Have gotten all 8 of my tattoos from this shop and every one is beautifull and perfect. Leeuh is by far one of the best artists in kc and has done the majority of my work leaving me more than satisfied every time. Will continue to get my work from wes and Leeuh untill I no longer have the option. Love the people love the shop love the atmosphere love the work.

Nathan Bonwell

Loved it. Wendy is awesome!!!!!!!!!

Kelly K

Unskilled & Unsanitary I got my first ink from Wes 29 years ago & wanted to go back to his shop for a small tattoo before we moved from KCMO. *TOTALLY Regretful Decision* There don't seem to be standards in place for safe practices or skill levels. The woman artist I worked with said she'd re-draw my sketch to 'clean it up'. However, she didn't re-draw it yet still charged me for it. I went with the design 'As Is' and have no regrets on that, but the artist's actual inkwork is unacceptable. The lines are so thick and irregular (the original sketch had fine lines) that the letters bleed into each other. The worst part? She dumped so much ink into my arm that, months later, it still looked like pissed off Puffy Paint. I've spent the last year getting lazer treatments to remove what the technicians say is most likely contaminated ink and way too much of it.

tony vallejo

Great place for all your ink needs there staff is some fo the best people you could ever imagine. Their professional friendly way know what their doing . Artist Owen Jennings ,Rachel Riche and Trevor are simply amazing no where in the Kansas City area will you get a nice piece of art

Tim McLeod

It was a great time ! I went in to take my mind off life - and my artist had me laughing the entire time- it was like we had known each other all of our childhood

Nikki Nelson

Wait was ridiculous, considering they had nobody waiting. I got a very simple tattoo that I feel was merely *okay* and was charged $70 for it.

dejia&jr Davis

They are very high and my tattoo I got is crooked

Bernadette Johnson

Awesome experience.. will always go back

Jenner C

Wendy was amazing. Great atmosphere. Decent price

deseree harrison

It's cool if you want a tattoo done professionally after all the other shops close down.

Sarena Weatherspoon

I got my first tattoo there about six months ago, and they're great. My artist was helpful, caring, reasonable with his pricing, patient, and fast. I am IN LOVE with my tattoo. It's absolutely beautiful. Today, I'm going back to get another tattoo priced. Think they may be the only shop I'll trust for my ink!

Jakob Adamson

Got a tattoo today and the artist there were very friendly and very helpful. Glad that Jeff was there to do my tattoo. He is a great artist if your looking for a guy to go to he is the guy.

Monica Diaz-Serrano

Great job, both with my tattoo and peircing. The tattoo was done in January, the daith had to be repeirced at grimms bc it had started to close from another shop

David Brandon

The only tattoo place I've ever seen with a roach problem.

Joe Mattli

Leeuh is an amazing artist. I've used her for 2 tattoos now and couldn't be happier with my tattoos or the shop!

Andrea Emberton

I absolutely love this place! I've had two tattoos done here and they were amazing about it! They were fairly priced and the facility is extremely clean. The artists I've visited are Dave and Christine and both were a joy to work with! Christine designed my owl for me and my friend and she made the experience very fun! I had a tattoo done at another place and Dave agreed to go with the price they charged for the first line to do the next line. I will continue coming here!

Johnathan Masters

Very friendly and down to earth staff. I always go here over other tattoo shops because I've never encountered an arrogant artist like I have at most other shops.

Greg Schroder

Fantastic work, and even better staff! Tons of Kansas City tattoo history here! Check them out!

jerry chenault

I've been to several tatoo shops in town this is the oldest in the city of Kansas City the artist of concerned about your art they are very professional concerned about your artwork and I have a great exchange of ideas when it comes to tattooing doesn't get much better than that especially when you are doing something very permanent I'm proud of those tattoos okay

Jason Bond

I got 8 tattoos there today and Leah was was an hour later to do my tattoos. She also rushed the stencil and put on my forearm tattoo sideways. My tattoos are very sacred in my religious beliefs and she knew that and took no care in it. We felt pressured when the next client was there on time. We went back to discuss the mistake was made to discuss a partial refund was appropriate. Ultimately we left the store in frustration when they offered $20. They also laughed when we left. They also had an incompetent assistant do the work for them. The artist there do not adapt the art work themselves. I even gave her a diagram showing how it goes. I have no choice but to get it later removed as soon as possible since everyone in my religion will see and know it is done wrong.

Maggie Dolechek

Went in to get a nose piercing, had a bad placement previously. My piercer Damon made me feel very comfortable and was very knowledgeable about a better placement! Great pricing too:)

Brittany Rush

10/10 do recommend! They did an excellent job with the tattoo that I got. We waited quite awhile for the artist, but the staff was really friendly.

Elizabeth Sell

I got mine from Owen. He's very professional and did a great job working on me with the design and to keep it within budget. Awesome sketch and his shading turned out great! Would definitely recommend.

Ashly Madison

Extremely talented artists. This is the only place I go to now. Their piercing guy is absolutely amazing. He knows what he's doing and is super kind.

Queens of Clean Queens of Clean

Jayson is an amazing artist

Nick Martin

Friendly staff, excellent artists, and amazing artwork

Kaway Secka

Damon is my guy! He was able to help me WAY better than a certain ‘other’ tattoo and piercing establishment near by. Next time I get a piercing, he’s definitely gonna be my go-to.

Alexis Lane

I have gotten three tattoos done there and I love it, the artists are all soooo talented and do great work. The knife was done by Josh Baumhauer, original art work, I love my tattoo! :)

Aislinn Johnson

I have 2 from here myself and have brought 2 additional customers here. It’s clean. Rachael is amazing. She has a great attitude, her work ethic is superb. I had a bad experience with one of their artists customer service there but because of Rachael alone, I’ll leave 5 stars.

Geoffery Preece

Great place to get a great tattoo! The vibes of this shop are always very welcoming and chill. After my first time walking into this shop I knew this was the shop for me and all my tattoos! No doubt in my mind the best spot in KC!

James QL Baughman

Knowledgeable staff

Cannabis Cultivator Chris

Called 3 times no one answered the phone... Was trying to schedule a snake bite appointment I guess I'll go elsewhere.

Mindy Madison

Loved my tattoo! Will be back for more. Thanks Trevor!

Lauren Watkins

Trevor did great.

Bri Janzen

The staff was very friendly and patient, and the shop was clean and neat. I'm very happy with the tattoo I got from Ted. He was extremely patient with me and did exactly what I wanted. I plan on visiting here again soon.

Halee Darling

Amazing experience. Had piercing and tattoo as a walk in and everyone was super nice. Was seen almost immediately and everything turned out great! Love the staff and the service.

lisa chander

Got a tattoo ha it was in Spanish lady told me it was exhale the past inhale the filter found out it was something different and they tell me I have to get a cover-up I have to pay for it that's bull they messed my tattoo up and I have to pay to get it fixed that's not perfesional at all I will never go back to that place agent I have a tattoo that I don't no what it means with w/o peoples name on me have no idea who's name it is they messed it all up the words was miss spelled and they can't fix what they messed up never agent will I go back their.

Andrew Long

Don’t even feel like sharing my experience. It was a long time ago and it was horrid. Heard a friend mention their terrible experience here recently. Inspired me to spread the word. Don’t waste your time.

Amber Grant

Great people and great experience. Definitely will be going back. Highly recommended.

pARANOIA pAM

Amazing piercer! Super friendly and clean/sanitary! Highly recommend

Britton Eastman

Good atmosphere. We were walk ins and first timers! Tattoo turned out great!

Jamila Karim

First off, let me explain how amazing Damon is! Wasn’t our first time interacting with him. Each time he makes the experience pleasant, reassuring, and comfortable! The conversations are natural and you almost forget the needle. Never in session too long. Always in and out! Wouldn’t dare go to anyone else to get peircings if I can avoid it!

Meena Allada

Damon did my nose piercing and he was amazing! i had a bad experience at a different shop in the past and damon was very informational and reassuring. I would definitely recommend anyone to go here.

Shelly Rouse

I have many tattoos and gave Betsy a chance but she is HORRIBLE I got a wrist tattoo and it's overlapping my wrist on 1 side My daughter n law got a word with first letter supposed to be bubble letter hot pink. .it's Red My mother then refused to let her do hers I will not down this place but DON'T LET BETSY TOUCH YOU SHE WAS PISSY BC A GUY QUOTED US DIFFERENT PRICES AND SHE WANTED TO SCREW US

Danielle Dickinson

They did a great job on my tattoo. Just a little slow with service but once in chair it goes quickly. Rachel is awesome..

Zelda A.

Went here a ways back,I picked a heavy set lady after looking at books of the work, she did a lot of toons. I showed her what I wanted. She didn't redraw my work-im not an artist- but I'd let it slide, I could live with it, I can't live on the fact I'm 98% sure at that time they used bad ink on me and like 3 of my friends (who we didn't know each of us got tattoed there...and by the same chick til I complained to them) some dude with a bird tryed to fight it til I showed the work and said I wanted it removed, but they talked me into free color sessions-saying it'd look better. WRONG! I won't let them touch me again and im sticking with mercy seat.

Holly Stegall

Did a walk in and got a super dope tattoo. Trevor was super chill and totally personable. He did an amazing job and left a great impression. He was super excited to tattoo and seemed to get really into his work with creating a truly custom piece out of a common idea. I'll definitely be going to this shop more often.

David Santiago

Great work for the price. Very happy with the end artwork. Thank you!

Chad Ninneman

Jeff did my daughter's first tattoo last week. Looks great, even straight lines. Will be back very soon for some work to myself, definitely!

Apollo Ludeman

Way over priced almost like the told me and my wife a super high price just because they didn't want us in there shop!

Ethan Dias

Got my ears pierced. Did a great job. Symmetrical and centered, looks great! Just walked in and asked. Clean and comfortable environment. Cash only. There is an ATM inside.

Katina Dawn Luper-Daniels

amazing work

Noe luna

I'm a big fanatic of all types of tattoos, especially traditional tattoos. Yesterday I went in for my fifth time into Grimm's. Great place and great people. I love my new tattoo, Trevor did an amazing great job and I love the details and nice clean line work he did on me new tattoo. I'm for sure going back to get some more work done here soon. Thanks again.

Iris Soto

Love this place,I came with some ideas and Jeff put it together and yes I absolutely love my tattoo.

Jessica Whitaker

If you want some history on tattoos and where they came from this is the place to go!!

Lindsay Petty

Went in based on reviews, while on a weekend getaway. Got my ear piercings fixed from a previous place, and both my friend and I got tattoos. Extremely friendly staff when we arrived. Piercer Damon was very tedious with his work to ensure placement was perfect for what I wanted. Zach did and amazing job with my tattoo. He has been doing it for under a year, but made me feel comfortable and his work was fantastic! Clean & professional.

Sarah Calvin

Wonderful inviting professional people.

Sean Horner

Katie was amazing!

Levi Atkinson

Love this shop! I use Katie as my tattoo artist. She is always kind and empathetic to the client's needs. Whether it was mine during a long session on my sleeve or another client's in a sensitive area like the ribs. She hasn't ever copy and pasted any work, it's always her artistry going into the skin. Her favorite style is photorealism and I will only use her for it. She is an amazing artist. I would recommend her to anyone looking at getting more ink or their first tattoo.

John McAllister

I had the pleasure of working with Dave on a touch-up today, and my experience was excellent. He answered all of my questions, addressed any concerns, and was able to make great reccomendations. He did a great job touching up small pieces of faded spots on the tatoo, making it look brand-new again! Thanks Dave, definitely will be coming back!

MaryJo Mora

Friendly atmosphere, creative opinions, Rachael was so cool

Marcus Carradine

Great tattoo by Katie!

Gary Woods

This is the Only place I get tatted at and I’m happy every time! Ask for tatto Artist “TK”! He’s dope! Super fast and talented!

Lorrieann Younger

This is a local, family owned business and has been for years! They have a stellar team and incredible talent here. The shop is personalized as you'd expect, but the entire establishment and facilities are very clean!

Maggie Koechner

I wanted a tattoo on my foot that represented the love and loss of my mother. I took a Drawing in as a walk in. The employees that greeted me at the door were knowledgeable and welcoming. Rachel was the artist that I worked with. She is a talented young woman and helped create a perfect tattoo. I get compliments on how beautiful my new ink is! Thank you Rachel and Grimm Tattoo of KC.

Evonee Wilkins-Castillo

Poor service, unprofessional, and inexperienced. Did not take the time to stencil the image. Used the color grey to shade. Used one needle to shade. Used one needle to thicken an outline. DID NOT USE VASELINE. (Check out story below) I was really excited to get an american traditional heart tattoo with two of my closest friends. I showed one of the associates the tattoo we wanted and rather than take the image and take the time to trace it line by line, she printed it out and drew this (below). It definitely didn't match the image I gave her, but I was told that it was just for the outline and that it would not look like that. I trusted them and proceeded with the process. I was told Rachel would be tattooing us and wanted to check out her portfolio beforehand. All of my other tattoos are american traditional so I was looking for someone who specializes in that style. She didn't have a hard copy, but she did have an Instagram. I didn't see any american traditional tattoos, so I decided to go with Todd who seemed to have a lot of experience in tattooing in that style by looking at his portfolio. As we began the process, he stenciled the same heart tattoo and placed it on my arm and told me I would have to "wait 10 minutes for it to dry in order for him to begin tattooing". I have never known any artist to do that, but I didn't judge. Ten minutes later, he starts to tattoo me using NO VASELINE. I asked him if there was a reason that he wasn't using any Vaseline and he told me that "it's because using too much vaseline will make the ink go away". Todd's gloves were completely dry. When I looked over to actually see the tattoo, the outline was way too thin. I asked him if he was going to thicken it and he asked if I wanted him too. I said, "yes, i'm looking for it to match the thickness of my other ones". He checked them out and literally used the same needle to go over the first outline twice and to start shading. I told him to stop at that point because I felt that he didn't know what he was doing. Rachel was the only other artist available so I asked if she could finish it. I understand that this is a big no no in the tattoo world but at that point I just wanted what I paid for. Rachel was flexible and kind enough to finish it but she had also made a mistake by mixing the color grey to use for shading. At first I thought she was using white to give it some highlights like my other ones but she wasn't. I wouldn't advise anyone to get a tattoo from Todd. I started to question his portfolio when I compared it to his wall of designs. One thing that stood out the most was that the anatomy in most of his animals and characters were off. It was a very disappointing experience overall. I gave them one star for pricing but that's it. I was really upset to have to pay for something I did not ask for. It literally looks like a rock on my arm and nothing like a heart.

Sudhir Allada

Awesome place for piercings, very professional, and knowledgeable.

Christapher Beeney

Ask for one thing got another paid 250$ for a 60 dollars Tatto thought I was getting a lot more then that I came prepared with pictures and my exact idea of what I want thinking I was going to get that as I made sure to ask if he was able to do it like I want since its on my body the rest of my life got to the part I wanted and whent in checked it in the mirror it was super lopsided the shading was horrible there where straight lines randomly in there going threw my other tats I ask why is it like that and I want it changed asap he said he would, he did more then I got up looked in the mirror still not right he says I have to wait tel it heals to see what's going on witch it's my 7 Tatto first one there so I know what's going on he rushes me out I don't want to pay the 250 but I did I couldn't stand what he did to my arm ruined three other of my tattoos by drawing lines that made no since right threw my other tats I came back to the shop the very next morning talking to the owner of the Bussnies to see if I would be able to get it fixed the right way he starts to be very rude just snapping on everything I have never be disrespected so much and if it was a burger like fast food I would blow it off but this is art that's on my body for the rest of my life and the way the owner and the people that work there act the place should be shut down I showed them so much respect and they took advantage of that this place is not worth your time body or money

Mark Campbell

Very professional. Lessons, and makes every effort to please you,

Cheyenne Baldwin

Amazing! The artists are so talanted and friendly! Super fast too! My fiance and I absolutely love our new tattoos we got for our 5 year anniversary. We just walked in too. I highly recommend Rachel who did mine, she has a super light but steady hand. And Zach did my fiance's pizza pentagram. He is thrilled with out amazing it came out! Super clean shop, tons of ideas and portfolios to look at. Honestly probably the best place in KC to get a tattoo. We will be back for sure on our next trip.

audrey pendergraft

When I came in to get my tattoo, it was the second time I had been to this parlor. I do have to say this second time was a lot better considering the artist really took his time on this one, which was really great. I got my tattoo done by Trevor and not only did he do a fantastic job, but he was also very easy to get a long with and talk to like a normal human being. Grimms Tattoo Parlor is a great place filled with great people. Thanks you Grimms.

Juan Martinez

One of the best place in kansas city MO great friendly people alot of skills love my tattoo

Destiny Crain

Katie was sweet professional and did a great job definitely going back for more

Maggie Hayes

Service is slow, but work is good.

Robert schweder

Saip is a wicked artist, if you like being around people that make you comfortable and love their work, then this is the place to go. My 3rd experience at Grimms. Classic olde style shop with artists and staff who know how to do you right. Started my sleeve today I've almost waited 47yrs to do and it will be finished by the same guy. Looks can be decieving, but if you want something for the rest of your life you won't go wrong here.

Andy Caraway

Boo! Attitude galore. Piercer was really cool though. The main guy, or at least the guy who usually approaches you when you come in is very dismissive. Is not willing to do work or does things reluctantly when the light says open. If you don't want to do the work on a walk-in ... dont act ad if you cant be bothered. And the marijuana reeks there.

Logan Noonan

I went to Grimm Tattoo as a walk in and I made an appointment with KT the tattoo lady for the next day. (She fit me in her schedule as soon as she could, for a tattoo that ended up being 7 hours!!) From the beginning she was super down to my ideas and adjusted them to the way she knew it would be the best. She is all about her work, she did everything she could to make the piece of art be fine and detailed. She is the best tattoo artist i have been to. She is all about her work and I WOULD RECOMMEND HER TO ANYONE! We are from a different state and I will definitely be coming back to her and recommending people to her as well! Follow her instagram page!! dame_electrique

tsbonham

Nothing more than a flash art shop. Do not bring anything custom to them. Their line work is shaky and not straight. We will never go back they were very over priced for weak talent and work. Maybe better with flash art straight from a template and no shading or color saturation. That is about all their skill set can handle.

Shawn Fisher-graves

Awesome!!

Chad Carter

Poor customer service.

joel castillo

I want thank Mr. Roque for the amazing peice and for making my daughter and I feel at home the other day when we came in... Welcome back to KC & I'll be back for more work very soon!!!!

Jaden Perry

I got my nipples done here about a month ago and they look Great! I’m not going to put up picture, but just trust me lol. Really cool dude who did them, good service, good vibes. I’m going back tonight to get my nose done. I recommend Grimms. :)

Rosaland Thurman

Nice tattoo

Dean Guinard

The piercer named Daniel was super helpful. It was obvious he's all about doing the right thing when it comes to the art of peircing. Also had way better customer service than most of the food places ive been to. ... Just saying 10/10 going back

Ravioli 23

Everybody is super kool.....no hassle....no pressure.....good prices & most importantly - " GOOD ART WORK " !!!

Liliana Ramos

Friendly staff

Kayci Porter

My husband and I walked in and had an just an image of what we wanted. These guys did it perfect! Very friendly and professional!

micky a

I had a great first tattoo experience. Pricing was more than fair and their work is good. Wendy was amazing. I'll be coming back:)

Morgan Arsenault

My piercer openly admitted he was drunk while piercing my face, and the color on my tattoo faded rediculously and was so patchy when it scabbed over. Save your money, save your skin.

Mellanie Gray

My husband got a cover up and the guy helped him choose a tattoo that would cover it. Plus stayed late to finish it.

James Binggeli

Took Kim for her 1st tattoo with Casey

R Binggeli

Paid 250 for a simple black arm piece. The artist boasted on her speed while doing the fill in. After a week of healing, there is very clear spots that were not hit with ink. There was no scabbing in the areas with no ink. Now it has been 2 months of emails and me just dropping in and she will not fix the problem. If you go here just hope you don't get Lindsay.

M Ivory

Got a nipple piercing done by Damon and he was great, very kind and left his contact info!! The woman at the desk was also very nice. Came in on a Monday when neither of them were not there and inquired about a tattoo and the two artists there were not helpful at all. They didn’t help me with the design, wouldn’t estimate pricing for a small daisy tattoo, and did not even speak to us once we decided to leave. Will not be returning unless to have work done by Damon and Damon only.

Kyle Krier

The artists at Grimms shop aim to please and that's all that needs said!

Carter Long

Wasted 5 hours of my time here. Trash service, not only unprofessional but unhelpful. After giving them my name, number and picture of what i wanted,I waited 4 hours to get a call back, I finally called them, they said they had someone ready for me but when I showed up a cocky dude with neck tats basically said I would have to make an $50 appointment for the same tattoo they guaranteed me they could do that day, 4 hours earlier. Wes Grimm should get his shop in check. Till then, don't waste your time or money.

Camden Bates

Cool spot

Alice Nelson

Welcoming, professional and clean. Very happy with my tattoo. Rachel was great in every aspect.

Brad Payne

Wendy was awesome. Really enjoyed the whole vibe of the place. Thank you!

Jared Boesen

Waited for an hour for the piercer to get there, after being told several times that he was “minutes away”. He never came. Also, if the people at Grimm actually read this, try to be a little more subtle about smoking weed at the shop. Where is the professionalism. I would only recommend this place to people I don’t like.

Crickett Bugg

Was here 2 years ago and they did great! Today over priced and poor service. They could care less if they gave you a tat or not. I will not be returning. Needless to say no tat today either.