Reviews of Lucky Monkey Tattoo Parlour (Tattoo Shop)

Stephanie C

The Lucky Monkey is great - very clean, great artists, good location, reasonable prices. I go to Mandy and she is amazing. She's done all of my tattoos so far and I know I will keep going back to her because she does great work and she's a very friendly person, which is a big deal when you're going to be sitting under a needle for five hours. She's very creative and always listens to what you want but honestly I prefer to give her the idea of what I want and let her put her spin on it. She's also very professional - when I had to reschedule an appointment last minute because of an emergency, she was completely understanding. That meant a lot to me. Everywhere I go, people comment on my tattoos and ask me where I got them. I always tell them The Lucky Monkey, and talk to Mandy :)

Chuck Sawdy

If you like collecting american traditional tattoos this is a parlour you should definitely add to your lists of places to visit. They use more variety of colors than most other traditional oriented shops. Which could be hit or miss depending on your preferences. Even their apprentice is on top of his game for being so new to tattooing, he did this skull on my inner thigh a week or so ago. Next time I visit the shop, I'm going to pick out some of the sweet flash on the walls.

Ameel Mirza

Brian is the man. Super helpful and the shop is spotless. Any one looking for a tattoo should hit them up.

Michelle Wells

I had the best experience at Lucky Monkey.... When i went in for my first tattoo the owner and bassist for dead n 5 warmly welcomed my family and I and brought in a paw print from my dog and Steve did an amazing job on sizing it down and the letters and was very nice and did an amazing job on the tattoo and told me how to take care of the tattoo and to this day i will always go to Lucky Monkey

sara roccabianca

I love this place but most of all I love Carrie! She is a wonderful artist and an amazing person! I have know her for a year and a half now and she always did amazing art on my skin (we are working on a sleeve), she has a fascinating perspective on art and an outstanding techinque. She also is open to discuss any crazy idea you have for a tattoo, and never turns down a challenge. If you like illustration style tattoos and you are looking for a great artist, search no more!

Marie White

Good tattoo but carrie was very rude and unaccommodating. The tattoo turned out well but the experience was unpleasant.

Lauren Miller

I would highly recommend them, I've been dealing with Brad Nugget for quite a while an he is very professional. And his work is very complimentary.

Carrie Metz-Caporusso

Best shop in MI, all the tattooist are friendly and talented. If you want an amazing tattoo this is the place!!!

Lauren Cholar

I was nervous going in and working with a new artist while picking a design I wasn't sure someone could really convey. I went in for my consult first and foremost and was impressed with the parlor and the artist Carrie. After I went in for my tattoo and saw what design she had drawn for me I was wowed. It was what I had envisioned and looked absolutely beautiful. It was probably my best tattoo experience to date and if you choose this as your parlor definitely see Carrie. She does beautiful work, and the other artists in the parlor were calm and welcoming.

Trevor Wilson

It had been about 20 years since I had last gotten a tattoo, Lucky Monkey could not have been a better place to have the work done. As a single dad, I had some schedule challenges, they worked me and help me get a time that worked (I even had to reschedule). Mandy was FANTASTIC as an artist and I could not be happier with my work. My previous tattoo became red, swollen and scabbed after it was done, so that's what I went in expecting. I was shocked to have none of this happen with my new tat. I can only attributive this to the skill of artists involved. I would 100% go back and have already suggested Lucky Monkey to a few other people as well. Plus, as an added bouns, you just may run into a Detroit rock icon while getting inked, pretty cool!

Eric Konarske

Though Brian Massey and I had a lengthy discussion about the usefulness of online reviews and whether or not they do an accurate job of reflecting reality, I still feel I should say this: This was my first tattoo, and I couldn’t be happier. Brian was great to work with, the price was totally reasonable, and it came out better than I even hoped. So let’s forget about the effectiveness of online reviews. We won’t even call this a review. We’ll just call this a five-star thanks.

Cherith Harkness

I went into Lucky Monkey Tattoo on my birthday and was very disappointed with my experience. I had called in advance to try and book a time slot but they said they only make appointments via walk-in consultations. Which is fair, they don't want people wasting their time. But, when I arrived, I felt completely judged. I was dressed up from work and felt as though the staff didn't take me seriously. They listened to what I had to say in regards to what I wanted, but then told me they were booked for the night. I'll be taking my business elsewhere.

Emily Martinez

Clean and professional, after moving from Cleveland it's nice to find a reliable tattoo shop with honest artists.

That1guyuknow 734

Great place,friendly staff, accepts cards very professional. Im actually going there today to get tatted. only thing is that the pics arent updated and they are on packard and platt in ann arbor if it doesn't say this yet.

Erik Anderson

Clean and safe

Martin Ruhlig

Nice place. Got a small walk-in piece done. Will most likely go back for more detailed work.

Scott Jones

This is a great shop. Rich in traditional styles but advanced in its technology where needed. Brad Nugent is extremely talented. If you need some creativity to fix up an old tattoo he's your guy. Thanks Brad! The conversation was the best part!

K Merlini

This place is incredible. Extremely clean environment while still being a comfortable place to spend time in. I had my sleeve done by Carrie Metz-Caprusso and she was amazing through the entire process of designing, tattooing, and following up. I walked away completely thrilled with the final product and overall experience. The other artists were supportive as I was being tattooed, and I didn't encounter any staff member who was pretentious or judgmental.

Buchanan Barnes

I love my tattoo! I was in Michigan on business and my last week there, I got a tattoo that I have wanted for a very long time, a frog holding an umbrella. Brian did the work for me and it came out awesome. It healed perfect, clean lines and great color!

Elizabeth Baker

We came from out of state for a weekend getaway and randomly decided to get a tattoo. We got matching tattoos on the spot from one of the artists there. They are really friendly and the price wasnt bad for what we got.

Todd Bertuzzi

This place is great. I've only had work done with Brian. He did a cover up on my entire back and was great the whole time super smooth and easy going as well as the tattoo. Didnt realize I was getting it done he did an amazing job. I had to book him a few weeks out but hey YOU HAVE TO WAIT FOR QUALITY, which I dont mind at all. I recommend anybody to go here.

Angela Schultz

I’m can elaborate to give you an idea of the terrible experience I had here. I wanted a small henna-style starfish tattoo, and it was completely lines. It healed and the lines were blotchy. I ended up going back and having it touched up, but the artist was almost an hour late. His excuse was “I’m sorry I was asleep in my car.” I should’ve walked away but I needed the touch up. When that healed, it was 2 different colors in the lines and still looked blotchy. I ended up going to Authentic Art and had it redone 2 more times. This is my first and only tattoo that ended up being tattooed 4 times which was extremely painful and leaving me with a raised/scar tattoo that has texture and I’ve probably spent over $1000 total between all 4 times. Overall, it was a very unprofessional experience and left me with a blotchy scarred tattoo that I had to go somewhere else to have done properly.

Barbara Wright

Awesome AWESOME people. I would recommend this place to EVERYONE!!

Hannah S

Had a fantastic tattoo done by Brad. Exceptional quality and skill, professional, clean, relaxed atmosphere. Entirely great experience.

Taylor Leipold

Very clean place! You walk in and can just smell the cleanliness. Nice staff! Kelli did my tattoo and it turned out AMAZING! Better than I imagined. They do fundraisers for non profits so they are great for the community. Will be back and highly recommend.

Heba Delgado

I was helped right away but the man that did my tattoos was very dull and didn't really do a good job. I went in for a touch up and was told by him that I didn't need one when I clearly did and until this day I still do. If I could attach a photo I would. They over charge

Ilana Hairston

Seriously - if i'm going to have someone mark my body for life they should be at least courteous. The guy i spoke with never introduced himself. Asked for a deposit (what is he - a dentist?) for a next day appointment, and refused to refund the money when i called to cancel 1.5 hrs ahead (and they say they take in walk-ins). When i objected to his overall manner, he started shouting - what ever happened to the "the customer's always right" In short avoid Tuesdays and Wednesdays, since i don't know his name, but those are the days he works.

Andrew Grubbs

Got my group of 5 in 2 hours early and were super friendly the entire time we were there!

K Miller

Love the new location and easier to get to. Brian always does an awesome job.

Chelsea Hottenstein

We had amazing experience here! We were a walk in on 3/31 and our appointment was originally at 4. I locked my keys in my car so we went back in and Carrie saved my butt! Tony got us in at 2 while we were waiting for Triple A so it worked out perfect. They were all so so nice and Tony did an outstanding job on our tattoos. VERY VERY happy with my experience! Thank you!!

james millard

I have been a customer since this store opened and have spent more than 200 hours in the chair. The owner and artists here are both very accommodating and professional. My kids are now old enough to get tattoos and I would not hesitate to recommend Lucky Monkey as the place for their tattoos. Lucky Monkey has also tattooed my family members from England and my current employees. Still not heard a single bad thing about this shop. Getting a tattoo is a very personal experience and will mark you for life so if you want a tattoo that you can take pride in go to Lucky Monkey.

Cammi Green

Clean and great artists. Love my tattoo. Can't wait to get another.

Sandra Church

My go to place. Even took my mom for a mother daughter tattoo last year. Wide array of artists with different specialties. Someone is bound to be able to the style you're looking for!

Big Bad Alpha

Have had several pieces done here! We continue to come back for more! Miss Tony

Cris Garcia

Set up an appointment here, still have 2 months to wait but the staff was friendly when I was there.

Pez Pesavento

Great tattoos at a fair price

Haley Truhn

I was very nervous for my first tattoo but both the artist and guy at thd front desk (didnt catch his name) were very nice to me. great customer service and the artist Steve, did great work. Very informative about aftercare and the lines on my tattoo were very very clean. great place and nice staff. i will be back in the future

Chandra Jackson

Couldn't have asked for a better first tattoo experience. Highly suggest Brad, extremely nice and as a walk-in, he managed to fit me in and gave me exactly what I wanted.

Robert Hoke

They overcharge. $80 and no tip for five small letters that healed slowly on the meatiest part of thick dermis of a large arm. Rookie artist or slow learner. The guy in the front left booth is awesome. The guy in the rear with the old gear - not as much.

josey parke

I called and was asked to come in at a time, I arrived ten minutes early to discuss my tattoo with an artist and I sat for twenty minutes and watched three employees sit on their butts and play on their phones before anyone helped me. Then was turned down, very disappointed in their service and hospitality. Would not recommend.

Eric Vermett

Amazing people and artists!

Aristocrat Gillette

I love this Tattoo Parlour, it's the only place I go for my Ink. The people are definitely one of a kind, and their "Old School style" is exactaly what I love. Don't get me wrong, they can do "New School" ink, But I want to stay as traditional as I can. I have gotten 10 tattoos there, and soon to get more. Remember, a $100,000 painting can hang in your house for a few people to see, or you can have great art on your skin for everyone to see at a fraction of that cost. Lucky Monkey is my choice every time!!!

Elizabeth Klaus

Kelli is amazing!

Dvinevoodoodoll Gaming

Nice little shop, and pretty clean, just was a little hard to find.

Daniel Ash

-Very friendly staff -Good pricing - Professional -Clean I love my art work, very impressed can't wait to go back!

Brandon Flynn

Great atmosphere. Tony did a great job and made sure I got exactly what I wanted. Would definitely comeback!

Brandon Xu

Really awesome place with tons of great artists.

Allison Ivey

Carrie is the best tattoo artist in the business. She is professional and educates women on their rights as customers in a male dominated tattoo world. Her tattoos make you feel empowered and beautiful.

Mary Fix

So much talent

Tania Morris Diaz

I've already been here twice and will keep going back for more. The entire staff is wonderful, professional, and extremely talented. Carrie is amazing! She made sure I was comfortable throughout the entire process. I couldn't have asked for a better experience.

Brooke Squair

Great place. Easy going people and Mandy is the BOMB!

恩田梓

Ok for a first tattoo but expect the typical hipster crowd catering for college kids getting one phrase tattoos.

Mona Evans

Poor business etiquette when the hours of business are until 8pm and you drive 20 min to find they closed at 6:55. Boo

Mike Black

Best tattoo parlor in the area. Very talented artists, clean an sanitary. The new shop is very welcoming lots of cool art.

Sarah Sporer

Lucky monkey is hands down the best place to get a tattoo. Carrie is who I go to and she is just the best! Incredibly talented, so sweet, beyond amazing w keeping everything clean and sterile, and makes it a great experience! I have 3 from her and cannot wait to get more!!!!

Carissa Arens

Martin did an excellent job! It turned out better than I had expected and I love it :) Clean place, friendly staff, definitely recommending it to all my friends.

Asia H

I got a tattoo here and it's been about three years. I wanted a a Polynesian design turtle with a hibiscus flower in the middle and I also wanted the word fearless. I wanted them on the same foot but I ended up having to get one on each foot due to size and detail. My artist was Johnny Wheatstraw. I don't think he's there anymore... bummer. Lucky Monkey is a great place and I highly recommend it!

Kira H

Amazing service - so friendly and welcoming. The artists are very professional. Love their work! I will be back.

mary hall

I was very pleased with my experience at Lucky Monkey. I consider Brian Massey to not only be a highly talented artist, but also gentle and attentive. I sent my 18-year-old daughter there for her first tattoo. Just a small scroll tattoo, but exactly what she wanted and didnt even scab! The entire process was flawless. She brought in a rough drawing of what she wanted; which the artist (Brian) elaborated on and drew it up into a work of art. When she returned for her ink session, it was provided relatively painlessly. She was then given exact instructions on how to care for her fresh ink and thoroughly treated with respect. I would recommend this shop to anyone!!

Lizabeth Desmet

Love it here. They made my first tattoo expirience really easy and enjoyable

Kathryn Friedlund

Carrie is the best! Love her work and she is so sweet to talk to. The time flew by because we chatted the entire time. I would def come back and I'm looking forward to it!

Henry Medina

They duing really good job

Arianna Drake

The staff is friendly and the atmosphere is cool, but I feel that I was overcharged. I got the Harry Potter stars (the stars located on the corner of the book pages) on my collarbone, hardly bigger than my thumbprint, and I had the outline of a star touched up on my hand. To complete both took less than 10 minutes to complete and everything turned out well, but I was charged $100. I was not made aware if there was a minimum charge for tattoos, but I may have rethought my strategy if I knew I would be charged so much for not even 10 minutes worth of work. I do not feel that my tiny stars should cost me so much.

Kelly Kortier

This is an Ann Arbor gem!! The owner's are the most genuine people. The artist are extremely talented. Both myself and my daughter have outstanding body art from them!

E. B. Snodgrass

Got my second tattoo. Artist listen to what I wanted and took my idea samples to design me just want I wanted. Since it was simple style was in and out in under 90 minutes.

Jeff Griffin

Excellent first-time experience! Staff was curteous, and shop was clean. Tattoo is even better than I had hoped. Thanks Steve!

Rebecca Aitkens

Great shop. Tony was fantastic.

Jeff Greunke

Artist Steve was great.

Ruth Hill

These guys were great, my sister and I both go our first tattoos here and couldn't be happier. The place was very clean and everyone was very welcoming. Special thanks to our artist Carrie who was friendly and patient with us.

Eric Pfauth

Really nice people

Amanda Chunkokibb

Tony was the artists today. Very professional & talented.

Brandon Wallot

Went to lucky monkey as a tattoo virgin, left with an amazing work of art on my shoulder! Tattoo artist Johnny did an excellent job, and I am very pleased with his work. When the work was finished, I was given written instructions on how to care for it to keep it looking nice. I recommend Lucky Monkey to anyone.

Jadwiga R

Steve is our guy at Lucky Monkey. This is the only place we go to get ink done. the environment is clean and the people are chill.

Christopher Lee

As someone with a back and forearm full of tattoos, I'm pretty familiar with the process. I walked in at 8:30 pm on a Friday night (they close at 10 pm), and NO ONE, literally not one other person, was in the shop. I was looking for a solid black line tattoo, 0.5x6 inches, on my chest. They informed me that they wouldn't be able to grant me an appointment until Monday?! They condensedingly told me that "it's more complicated than you think." I'm not a tattoo expert, but I do know that a single, solid line tattoo takes less than a hour and a half, especially when the shop is empty. I'll be in Ann Arbor for many years to come, but I will NEVER return to Lucky Monkey.

Abagail Jeavons

A wonderful experience for my first tattoo. I absolutely love how well Kelli executed my design. I'll definitely be back here for more tattoos in the future!

Hannah W

I walked in and they were amazingly professional and sanitary. They were kind and patient and REALLY affordable. I got quality art for a great price and I was in and out pretty quick. I would HIGHLY recommend anyone in the area looking for a place to go there.

maxanddad1

Patrick was awesome! Helpful and friendly staff!

Todd Ponagai

Frank 4-12-13I heard so many good things about Lucky Monkey tattoo. So I went in there after having some very bad experiences at a few of the other shops in the metro area. I was greeted by when I walked in by a guy named Casey. He asked me a few questions of what I was looking to get done. Told him what I wanted than he pointed me towards Brian and Amanda's portfolio. I was looking for something from a horror movie. Amanda was the artist there to take care of me. She took the time and talked to me. Discussing what I wanted. She took the info and my info. Booked my appt. Came back to get the work. I was excited to see what she drew up. It was way over what I expected. And it was a perfect size. She was very nice when she started to tattoo me. It took a few hrs. than she explained how to take care of it. I cannot wait to show everyone after its healed. Thank you Lucky Monkey and Amanda. I will be back again for more work

Christopher Sherlock

Called, said they wouldn’t be able to get me in for like a week and a half. No big deal, go in for a consultation for a sleeve to be done. Drove half an hour, got there, said the artist I liked “wasn’t taking any new big pieces for a couple months”. Guess you don’t wanna make money, thanks for wasting my time and day

Laura Wolfe

Professional, Clean, Friendly, Fun. Carrie was super helpful when planning and completing my tattoo. She was happy to explain each step, kept me entertained, and made sure I was comfortable throughout. She was incredibly nice and clearly loves what she does. The other employees were nice and encouraging as well. I left the shop with a tattoo that healed quickly and looks great, as well as recommendations on where to enjoy dinner and drinks nearby. I loved looking at all of the beautiful, bright art throughout the shop.

Jaleesa Haygood

Meh.

T W

Very satisfied with my tattoo. They know what they are doing. Tony C did a great cover up of an old tattoo

Joey Simpson

Got my first tattoo here about 5 months ago. As most first timers, I was incredibly nervous and was putting a lot of trust into this place. I'm glad that I chose lucky monkey! Though it's a small tattoo, it is exactly what I wanted and makes me very happy. If I get another tattoo, I definitely would like to go here.

Marlene Fain

Great customer service and awesome artists! I love my new tattoo by Brad Nugent! He did a cover up of a scar and it is amazing. I get so many compliments on it. I can't recommend Lucky Monkey Tattoo enough. Simply put - the best tattoo shop in Michigan!

Nic Sims

Carrie does the most amazing line work!

Jessika Whiteside

Lucky Monkey has done both my latest tattoo and my husband's, and both have turned out amazingly. They really pay attention to the artistic element and come up with designs that are true pieces of art. Jesse did our tattoos and we couldn't be happier. I definitely plan to get any future tattoos done here.

André Rocha

Just got a tattoo with Carrie Metz-Caporusso. She is a brilliant artist and a incredibly interesting person. Our chat made 2 hours fly bye.

Spencer Schmid

I would highly recommend Lucky Monkey! I got my first tattoo done there and the guy that did mine was super friendly, made sure I was calm and comfortable the whole time, and did an amazing job of giving me exactly the design I had in mind.

Sarah Queen

Talented artists, (Mandy is awesome!) and a clean atmosphere. I am thrilled with my custom piece, and I'll continue to go back!

Ben Sporer

Love this shop. They have great artists, especially Carrie. I've been seeing her for my sleeve for almost 2 years and she's been so helpful, patient, and accommodating through the entire process. I can't say enough how great the experience has been, and even though my sleeve is almost done, there will be plenty more pieces I'll be getting from her in the future.