Reviews of Tuff City Tattoos (Tattoo Shop)

Cat Vas

Totally recommend if you want to get piercings to go and see Devyn she will make the process easy and as comfortable as it can get, if you feeling nervous she will help you feel more at ease and will walk you through the process.

stephanie bojovoc

My cousin and I came in not knowing if we’d actually want tattoos. This place is very welcoming and I had an amazing experience with one of the artists, Elliot. My head spinning and very nervous, Elliot did an amazing job on the tattoo and staying calm. Very recommended. Definitely coming back!

Javi Batista

Went there for a noise piercing and it was fast, efficient, clean and the young lady who did it was really chill. The place was really cool looking and I’ll definitely go back for another piercing

Ryann Fraser

It was my first time in Tuff City Styles & Deyvn was amazing. She made me feel welcomed and comfortable. I got my tragus pierced & she assured me that it would not be as painful as I thought.

Yessenia Sanchez

I went today and got my ear pierced by Devyn and she was awesome, polite, has great hands and explained everything with detail. I highly recommend this place and prices are reasonable.

Esmerelda Rodrigez

Got a septum piercing..The piercing tech, Ariel was gentle and knowledgeable, the whole process took less than 5 minutes... definitely going back

Frogger 1986

This shop is the place to get a tattoo they where very professional and very clean very respectful artists this is my second tattoo from tuff city and he nailed it thanks tuff city

Nixidia Adams

This place is amazing! My sister and I came all the way from Boston and we dragged one of our cousins to get matching piercings. We googled this place and we said, this is it!!! Everyone here is so nice and welcoming. Devyn is your girl if you want piercings. We almost missed her since we arrived when they were about to close, BUT she stayed just for us!

Gustavo Santana

Great artists

Tyyce Batey

My experience at tuff city was amazing. All of the artist are great at what they do. I've gotten a couple of my tattoos from their. And there team is very professional. I've had work done from many of the tattoo artist there like Eliot, Dr ink, crystal and many more . If you want your tattoo done right. I recommend tuff city

Tamara A

Tattoos are a big deal and are sooo permanent, and picking the right place is important. This IS the right place. They have me looking amazing with an amazing piece of art now with me forever! I appreciate everything they did! Highly recommend

Tia Buie

I’ve been getting tattoos done by Elliott Duverage @Edtattoos since I was 18 and I’ve gotten 3 tattoos done by him now and every time he changes locations I’m going to follow him!!!! He’s the best so many more tattoos to come!!!!

Nanci Baeca

Think I was overpriced

Joshua Aruz

Working on my sleeve here and I love it so far. Really organized and talented artists. Bring cash only and if you don’t wanna wait long come early at 12pm when they open.

ChilledOutDandelions

I got my first ever piercing here (not an ear piercing) here. I got a naval piercing and Lala was very professional and made me feel comfortable.

Maria Fernandez

Hi! I had my first tattoo done by Elliot. He was super cool! He helped me in everything, so that I would get excatly what I wanted. He did a very nice job on my tattoo and I am very pleased with his work!

Josephine Inzano

I had my first tattoo done here highly satisfied. I gave the artist an idea he created something beyond my expectations. Highly recommend.

Ismael De La Rosa

First time at Tuff City Tattoos. I’ll never go to another tattoo shop. Artis Elliott really hooked me up. He did more than I wanted (IN A GOOD WAY). Leaving happier than when I came in. Extremely excited and ready to show off my new tat!!!

Mia Gaetano

Really cool place inside...nice environment. I Was a walk in and got script letters he did an amazing job !! I love my first tattoo

Andrea

My sister's nose pierce came out perfect. This is a clean, sterile, and professional setting. I appreciate the enthusiasm and ease, since it was my sister's first piercing. Highly recommend!

Giselle Paredes

Just got my tattoo done by Elliott and Im in love with it. Im a very picky person, but Im extremely happy that Elliott was my tattoo artist. The butterfly was so detailed. Thank you Elliott!

jennifer lugo

Awesome experience here, Elliot did a great job, my tattoo came out super clean.

Jarree Jones

Great place got a tattoo by Elliott @edtattoos go check him out for some real

William Pereira

They are all about money now. Some artist think no one is better than they are. But I've found better artist and not as expensive and the quality is 100 times better

Ramona Brown

Just did my nose piercing with Devyn and she waa awesome! Very clean & comfortable place! I love my piercing! I would definitely recommend! Great price! Great service!

Vangelis Kapatos

First tattoo. I was in ecstasy for 2 hours. An expirience I'll never forget. Reign in Blood Slayer logo on the inside of the left arm. It looks spectacular. Phil did it. It's permanant and I am overwhelmed with happiness. NO REGRETS! I will get more from Phil. It was clean safe very informative, got the details right, was done while I was in a wheelchair from spinal cord injury. AWESOME! I THINK I AM ADDICTED NOW LoL! When it was over, I wanted more. :) wish I could upload a pic.

M. Oquendo Business

It was Great Yet again. Our Experience at "Tuff City Tattoos" Today was Excellent. Excellent Work with An Excellent Artist. Thank You Elliot Duverge NYC @EdTattoos (On The Gram) for an awesome time & experience with my family. My moms & my lady, we had our own personal Tattoo Party. Definitely recommend the work, service & artist all day. Elliot personally did three back to back tattoos giving each of us the quality time we deserve and an equal experience we can share for years to come. Thanks Brother. We will be family. You Got Us as Your Loyal clients & Fam. It was great honestly to learn & see how we intend to correlate with our future art with you. - M.Oquendo, Iris Oquendo & Dolores Santiago Say go to Tuff City & Ask For Elliot. #Chosen33

carlos lopez

It's my 1st tattoo and it's awesome a great experience it doesn't hurt and it was done fast

Diamond Cohen

I like Tuff City. They’re professional & welcoming. I’ve been there for piercings as well as tattoos. I had the pleasure of working with Elliot for tattoos & I immediately knew I could trust him. He made sure I was as comfortable as possible & was super efficient. He’s creative enough to add more to you’re tattoo idea so it isn’t bland & blends colors very well. Another thing that has him stand out from other artists is that he cares about the longevity of the tattoo. He advises in colors and lines that will last yet still give you your desired look. Needless to say I’m very pleased.

Launch Mode

Elliot did an amazing job with my first tattoo. The quality is 100% I highly suggest choosing him as your artist.

katherine rivas

He was so nice all the time & explain everything, I will do another one with him ! Thank you so much. ♥️ Elliott Duverge!!

Matthew Carrasquillo

Great spot for a tattoo they do almost everything.

Brian Agostini

Got a tattoo by Al don't get me wrong his work is nice. But he kinda denied me getting a color tattoo. On top of that I asked for the orb on my tattoo to be clear and he darkened it way to dark changing the whole meaning to my tattoo. On top of this it was suppose to be a three hour tattoo nd it exceeded. Me willing to pay more for extra time even tho originally he told me he wouldn't showed how irresponsible he is because he left his son alone at home leaving me paying 450 for a half done tattoo. I do understand that I was a walk in but I asked 2 times if he was sure he can do it because I go to school for massage therapy and now I have to wait 2 years in order to finish this tattoo because once my semester starts in 2 weeks I need my arms to be available over all bad experience I wont be returning.

Juan Alamo

I came here on a whim and left with one of the best tattoo experiences that one could ask for. Much artist, Elliot, is a consummate professional. He will tell you everything you need to know and more, and will be sure to make sure you’re comfortable. I can’t believe I never came here before, and I don’t believe I will be going anywhere else

Teezy Tastes The States

Elliott has been tattooing me for about a year and a half now and he is the most professional tattooer I have ever worked with. His creative mind is amazing and he makes my ideas come to life elegantly in all of the work he’s done.

Joseph Mayer

They offer tattoos 7 days a week with over half a doze tattoo artist at your request. An amazing display of graffiti art and offer MTN cans to the public to hit their walls

Easythemogulupdates

TUFF CITY , LEGENDARY TATTOO SHOP

Glenys Jimenez

The tattoo artist : Elliott duverge (@edtattoos ) just finished my forearm tattoo . He used numbing cream and it helped. Amazing service& unbeatable pricing. I truly recommend anyone wanting a great experience with getting tattooed

migna pacheco

Took sis to get industrial piercing just like mine. Guy was great !

Izaree Dawson

Elliott is the best!! He communicate well with his customers. I’m extremely excited about my tattoo!!

Liz G

Kindly asked to finish my white tattoo. I was rudely turned away with an attitude and was told everyone refused to do it. I'll stick to my Skin Deep tattoo artists in Long Beach

Pro Goofy

AWESOME TATS AND CUSTOMER SERVICE.

Dennise Brooks

I had a great experience at tuff city. I came in for a septum piercing. This was my 4th time getting it done due to other places piercing me very low. I had my piercing done with Devyn, she was very patient with me and explained everything I needed to know to me. She showed care and I loved that. So awesome, I would get any other piercings done by her again. Overall, I am very happy with my septum, she pierced it in the perfect spot and it was everything I wanted. Happy customer!

inphanyte rivera

elliot was an incredible artist & made my experience comfortable. will definitely go to him and to this shop once again.

camille soto

Just got a mystical creature tattoo done by a new employee at Tuff City, my good friend Elliot. He put such great time, effort, and consistency that everybody needs if they want a flawless tattoo. I’m in love with it especially with the detail and the fact he gave such insightful input in placement and after care. I highly recommend him to everyone!

Melissa Garcia

I went for a nose piercing & Devyn was so cool and nice ! The place is very clean. They know exactly what their doing. Definitely recommend anyone!!!

Jasmine Soto

Absolutely love this place the only issue I had with it was the tattoo guy but they have a new guy now so I have nothing bad to say. I've gotten two piercings and two large tattoos here. Joey did the biggest tattoo I have and it's absolutely beautiful.

Nillie Hardcore

Hey guys....just wanted you to know this place is pretty cool. The decor is all N.Y. Subway inspired, gotta love it. Especially if you are from here. Took my child to get her ears pierced here. Not a tear. Had her first piercing experience here, and loved it. The staff was friendly, and made her feel right at home. Ariel, the piercer was awesome, he was very relaxed, and professional. Thank you.

David’s Strings

I just literally got my ears pierced right now by Devyn and I was absolutely worried that she would be careless about my first piercings ever but literally she was so sweet and caring for my experience. I 100% recommend to get your piercing with her. Wether is your first or 100,000 piercing! Thank you Devyn!

Malo C

Terrible!!! I went there to get my daughters name a certain style and the tattoo artist end up doing w.e he want it to do, he literally screwed up my baby’s name and all the other work I already had on me before seeing him, even after he traced it like 3 times. Smh. If you want to be satisfied with your tattoo, I don’t recommend you this place.!!!

Kervin Greatness

Very nice place got a tattoo done by Elliott duverge very nice dude made me feel super calm and relaxed and did a dope tattoo for me 5/5 stars for this place!

Pete Martinez

Waaaaay too expensive! But the tattoo booths (trains) are Super Awesome.

Erstelene Oxley

My tattoo artist AL was very patient and attentive to the details of my tattoo...very professional

Lydia Arauz

El (@edtattoos) tatted me and it was my first tattoo. The tattoo looks exactly how I pictured it, and it was done fast which was a huge plus. Definitely going back to him

Bianca Dalrymple

Loved the piercer here named Ariel. Super professional and kind. He's very knowledgeable about piercings and has a great vibe. If you want to get a piercing go to him

Franchescia Lee

Walk ins welcome!!! Pretty good prices for last minute tattoos

Edward burris

Great tattoo that don't cost that much

Jolene Lilly

Decided to come here for my first tattoo, and I was not disappointed AT ALL!!!!!! Elliott was so nice and executed the tattoo I wanted, better then I could have imagined. Definitely coming back for my next tat!!!! Thank you ❤️

Luisa Roman

Tuff city Tattoos they do great tattoos

Michelle Haythe

The tattoo artist Santiago did an amazing job. Overall the process was pretty quick. The artwork looks amazing. The atmosphere of the shop was great. Especially all the artwork around the shop and the train studios. It was an amazing experience. Santiago made sure I was comfortable and liked what he was doing. I will definitely come again for more tattoos.

whitney lawrence

I Came in the last minute to get my surface tragus piercing, the piercer was about to leave and he agreed to do it for me. The place is beautiful very different. The piercing was quick and easy.

Jasmin Agosto

Came in today and was tatted by Elliot, and he is great!! Absolutely loved the way the piece looks and he is cool and takes his time to make sure what you are looking for is perfect!!! Definitely will come to him again for another piece!!!

Geovanni Vega

Best tattoo parlor in the bx. Employees are helpful and respectful. Love tuff city.

Gabriel Garcia

Just got my first tattoo made by one of the best at tuff city my boy Elliot., very clean place and elliot was on point with info best place to get your first tatt

Becky

My tattoo artist was Elliott. I have to say from the time I booked my appointment to actually sitting in the chair it was nothing but a beautiful experience. He truly seemed to care about what I wanted & why I wanted it & to me that was important in carrying my vision out. I am

Edwin Jimenez

Great place for Graff heads

Larissa Rosa

Can not recommend this place :-( the guy was very nice. Me and my partner got ring finger tattoos . 2 weeks later they are faded and splotchy. Their outlets didnt work and he had to play with it a long time and it cut out on us a couple of times as he was tattooing... No bueno :-(

Elismeri Rodriguez

I got my first tattoo at this place by an artist named Elliot & I can’t thank him and Tuff City for making it the most coolest experience ever. I was looking all over for tattoo places and I’m glad I came across this place. I can’t thank Elliot enough for taking the time and working on a beautiful piece of artwork. Definitely should come by and get tatted !

Santo Carrasco

Have to get my tattoo fixed somewhere else.

Brenda Texeira

This place is very clean and cool. My daughter had gotten a spider bite piercing done by Will and he was so good. He was clean and had great communication skills. I highly recommend someone getting their piercing from him.

Eddie Soto

I took my wife to get her first tattoo. The service was great and they even put on a movie for us as we waited to be seen. Prices are resonable but make sure u bring cash!

Trey davis

Elliott was really great working on my chest ! Can’t wait to go back for more ...

bella bella

I'm not going to say I necessarily dislike it. However, I went in the night before and schedule an appointment for the next day. I went back the next day for my 2 p.m. appointment and I was told that the girl who scheduled me Had scheduled it wrong because there are supposed to be an hour and between each appointment. However, it was really strange to me how he was just about to start a tattoo right at 2 o'clock... Which was my appointment time. And that tattoo was going to take 3 hours. So, it was a little fishy to me. And ironically the girl who booked me wasn't there that day. So I'm going to say back customer service in bed recovery service.

dat gyrl Vida

They are professionals and make sure everything is fully explained and very clean atmosphere.

Sally Adams

So Devyn is the best. 3 of us came in last minute (maad ignorant I know), the dude at the desk straight up said they were closed, but Devyn was there and was down to take us for our piercings anyway. She’s wicked funny and friendly, made the whole process quick and easy, made sure we were all comfortable and kept us entertained with anecdotes of her shenanigans on the road

RCaba Caba

I am very happy with the work with Elliot. Made the pain bearable, but I am sure I was just a begginer so I wasn't too sure lol loving Elliots way of making me feel at ease. Sweet and cool dude. Btw I bigot a cute panda tattoo. It looks amazing :D

Laura Castagna

Love my experience at Tuff City, they did an amazing work! Hope to come back again soon!

K Pol

Clean, all of the staff are very attentive and understanding, if you're unsure of what you want, they'll definitely steer you in the right direction.

arlety rosario

Awful place ....why did I pay 150 for very tiny small finger tattoos and they ended up horrible ...I'm going to another place to get it fixed...I have other bigger tattos that cost less....I am never going back

Travis Dupont

Great invioment to be in, people are very nice and great location on Fordham

dmarco mclean

I had a great experience at tuff city, I got my first tattoo done by Elliot and he made the whole process as easy as can be with an amazing outcome

Daniela Silva

Elliott was amazing from the moment we walked in the door. Answered all of pur questions genuinely and thoroughly. Accommodated me and my friends so that we could get the tattoo all together. Made the whole experience very fun! The tattoos were perfect and he made sure we knew how to take care of them properly. Gave us a great price. 100% recommend!

Elizabeth Garcia

John was very helpful and extremly nice. He paid attentention to details and make ur tattoo realistic. He makes greate comversations and makes you feel supper confortable. Loving john i highly recomend him!

Arthur Jameson

Tuff City has been around over 25 years! And there's a damn good reason - they are THE spot for tattoos, graffiti and street art. They've taken something normally considered illegal and provided a platform for people to CREATE their art. I will be going back again for sure!!!! AND, they’re super photo/video friendly. If you want to take some great photos or videos of people doing street art, this is the place!!!!

estephany lopez

I do not recommend this place i will never ever step foot in this facility again. I went there for my first tattoo because i wanted it to be done in a “official place”. After the tattoo healed it looked like I've had it for years when I only had a month with it. The letters are different width and in all honesty it makes me regret getting a tattoo. I will be getting a cover up or ill just have to get it laser removed. I went again to get it touched up because there was a piece that was not completely filled in with ink and to see if they can make the letteres not so blurry. They fixed that but now the tattoo just looks thicker than before. Im so disappointed i do not recommend this place at all, i wish i could get a refund.

Bee s

Overrated and always empty. Thought cause we were females they could just give us any artist after review of there works most of the artist couldn't do proper lines or had shading issues. Did something super small and simple didnt trust anything more with them. Basic customer service , not too impressed.

Katherine Delgado

So annoyed with this place. Went to get my finger tattoo touched up and the tattoo artist that sits all the way in the back of the shop completely ruined it. He tattooed over the faded areas and you can clearly see where the old tattoo placement was. I wanted the exact same thing that was there. Now i'm stuck with a cheap ghetto looking tattoo. It looks like a kid's doodle. Waiting for it to fade so I can get it redone with the original artist which is located in Mount Vernon, NY. Please beware of this place.

Mic Massive

Super spacious ask for John aka inkstunts hes the best

Thats So Chels

@edtattoos did an amazing job on my tattoo and i will ne continuing to come here to get my tattoos from him. I highly recommend him!!!

Lammz Tastic

Pretty cool place. The staff are friendly. Some more than others. They will work with what you want, collab and come up with ideas. You can get a small tat on the spot but if your looking for bigger work you have to schedule an appointment

Carletta Bethea

Ceaser did my tattoo and theres gaps in my color tattoo where you can still see my skin/complexion. And its uneven.

Sandra Alvarez

I highly recommend this spot for all of your piercing needs. I got both my earlobes pierced at Tuff City. The customer service was excellent! I was greeted immediately upon entering the shop and directed to the back that led to an area upstairs where piercings are done. The esthetic of this place is phenomenal btw. The tattoo booths are replicas of MTA trains. Not only does it look cool but it also provides some privacy. The piercing area located upstairs also has an NYC subway theme. One entire wall is designed to look like the inside of a train complete with windows and booth style seating. The opposite wall is adorned with subway tiles. The place is super clean. The woman who did my piercing was super nice. She was very skilled and it didn't hurt a bit. She used sterile needles, not a piercing gun. I paid $50 for two piercings. Totally worth the price for the comfort of knowing I was in a clean, comfortable environment run by professionals.

Richard Vazquez

this place is amazing. the store is set up like a tribute to the new york city subway graffiti artist era. when you walk in you are greeted by mock subway cars that you go inside to get your tattoos or piercings. the staff is friendly and helpful. the place is clean and comfortable.they sell graffiti culture item's like hats, t-shirts posters books, as well as art supplies like markers, spray paint, and black books. the prices are reasonable. in the back outside they have a tag wall for V.I.P and legendary artists. if you live in or are visiting NYC OR the Bronx EVEN IF YOU ARE NOT A GRAFFITI HEAD, YOU HAVE TO VISIT THIS PLACE AT LEAST ONCE. the outside of the store is covered with amazing murals this place is a great place to take pictures at insde and out.

Israel Vargas

Me and my friend both got tattooed by elliott who did a great job of accommodating us. We both came in with very specific ideas of what we wanted and he did a great job of getting us what we wanted. He’s a very talented artist. The staff was also very kind and welcoming and didn’t mind explaining to us how certain tattoos work and how to care for them effectively. Overall amazing experience and we look forward to doing it again!

Tania Rivera

Went with my friend a couple weeks ago and got tattoos done by Elliot, the tattoos came out amazing and he made us feel very comfortable the whole time, he's definitely a great artist.

Michelle Santiago

I can’t explain how ecstatic I am with the outcome of my new tattoo done at Tuff City by the very talented Elliot Duverge. I had a very old tattoo and I regret on my hip (initials of an ex, yes I know it’s one of those young and dumb type of things) and I brought in a picture of a tattoo ( a pineapple

Ariana Solis

Went in to get 3 piercings. I had 7 piercings already that were all done by females, so I was a little disappointed to hear that there was no female working here, especially since I was planning on getting my nipples pierced. However, I couldn't have dealt with a more professional piercer. Will was so polite and kind and made me feel very comfortable. He did my under the tongue web piercing as well as both nipples. Other than the pain that comes with the piercing, everything else was great. Would definitely recommend him to anyone

Charmine crews-lane

My daughter went for a nose piercing and the young lady who did it was very professional and calming.