Staircase Tattoo & Body

Category:	Tattoo Shop
Address:	628 Ocean St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060, USA
Phone:	+1 831-425-7644
Site:	staircasetattoo.com
Rating:	4.2

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Reviews 14

A Private User

Avoid this place! The salesclerk (the girl usually working by the counter) is really bad to customers, and whats worse, in an extremely subtle and sophisticated one. Its the kind of salesclerk who makes sure to treat customers bad, but does it in ways too subtle or intangible as to risk being held liable for. First time there, she was extremely unhelpful and unpolite in this refined and subtle way (pretending not to understand which jewelry I was asking for, etc). I didnt care much as I thought she just had a bad day. Ive been working as a salesclerk myself, so I know that some days youre simply in a bad mood. But then, I went there a second time when I, again, wanted to buy a jewelry. This time I specifically went there with a positive attitude, since sometimes you can even "win" unfriendly people over if you just treat them in a nice way. But she behaved just as bad, in the same subtle, slippery way (for instance, speaking barely inaudible and then making it all seem like I was obtuse for not hearing, just one of those things). She gave me the jewelry I was interested in, mumbled something that sounded like I could have it for free (?), so when I asked if thats what she said, she sighed, rolled her eyes, tapped a price on her calculator, slammed it to the desk, turned it to me, gave me an extremely tired face (again, as if I was a trying customer (!)), and asked "does this make it easier for you?", thereby confirming that I heard right. (!) Well, thanks for the free jewelry, but with this attitude, I wouldnt recommend anyone supporting this business. I surely wont shop there anymore.

A Private User

Avoid this place, one of the salesclerks (the girl usually working by the counter) has some serious and sophisticated (!) attitude problems towards customers. Its the kind of salesclerk who makes sure to treat customers bad, but does it in ways too subtle or intangible as to risk being held liable for. First time there, she was extremely unhelpful and unpolite in this refined and subtle way (pretending not to understand which jewelry I was asking for, acting as to make the situation appear as if I was a trying customer, etc). I didnt care much, Ive worked as a salesclerk myself and I know that the job can be pretty frustrating. But then, I went there a second time when I, again, wanted to buy a jewelry. This time I specifically went there with a positive attitude, since sometimes you can even "win" unfriendly people over if you just treat them in a nice way. But she behaved just as bad, in the same subtle, slippery way (speaking barely inaudible and then making it all seem like I was obtuse for not hearing, just one of the things). She gave me the jewelry I was interested in, mumbled something that sounded like I could have it for free (?), so when I asked if thats what she said, she sighed, rolled her eyes, tapped a price on her calculator, slammed it to the desk, turned it to me and asked "does this make it easier for you?", thereby confirming that I could have it for free. Well, thank you for the jewelry, but with that attitude, I recommend no one to support their business. I surely wont.

A Private User

Although the clerk at the front of the tattoo area seemed incredibly arrogant (I dont exactly look like the kind of person who normally walks into tattoo parlors..), my piercer, Tom, was amazing. He was clean, efficient, patient, and fast! Best of all, I didnt feel a thing when he pierced my nose. Ive heard great things about Paul and I had a great experience with Tom, so if youre looking into getting a piercing go to these guys. Also, the jewelry is great quality, which makes it a little more expensive than other places, but I dont mind paying a little more, especially since I had such a great experience.

Private User

When I was 19, I went to Staircase to get my tongue pierced. The man working there took a look inside my mouth and told me he couldnt do it, because my teeth were very soft and that Id bang the enamel off them within a few years and all my teeth would fall out. I never went to anyone else and I never had it done - my dentists have all agreed that a tongue piercing would have been catastrophic... I dont have any idea if that man still works there to this day, but Ill always be grateful of his integrity, and the fact that he told me the truth instead of just taking my money.

brooklynn meadows

I got my nose pierced here last night and i love it! Paul did it and i really recommend him, he did a great job. He explained things in full detail and made me feel totally comfortable. He also gave me some sea salt for the cleaning so I didnt have to go out and buy any. They are a little pricy but its worth it. Mine came out to 68 with a diamond stud.

Jake DePasquale

Luis did an excellent job on my shoulder tattoo, and I will be returning to get it shaded. I highly recommend this shop, its clean, its spacious, and very professional. I recommend Luis he is an excellent artist!

A Private User

Ive had my share of douchbaggery at other shops in town, but this place has always been great! Awesome people that know what theyre doing and wont bs you, if you want a tattoo that you can be proud of go here.

Luke Murdock

Got a great tattoo here, then one that scared all up. Two different artists. Unhappy with my last one. Looks bad.

Jane Hammon

the piercer was gentle and nice, he really excels at his job, and if i get more piercings he will be the one i go to

Zack Martinez

Perrin Pacheco was able to work me in and did some great work on my hand. Id like to get him to do another.

Ryan Foster

Got two of my tattoos here great place and awesome people. I will definitely keep going here for my ink.

Tom Gervais

This place has it all, I dont live in Cali but when I visit I always try to drop in.

Chester Segars

Luis did mine and my girlfriends tattoo. hes the b3st!!!