Empire Tattoo

Category:	Tattoo Shop
Address:	216 W Squantum St, Quincy, MA 02171, USA
Phone:	+1 617-481-6897
Site:	empiretattooinc.com
Rating:	4.6
Working:	12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12–9PM 12AM–7PM

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Reviews 14

Frank Sanchez

There are without a doubt some great artists at Empire Tattoo in Quincy. That being said, the lead artist that did my tattoo, Damon, rushed into it and focused on doing his art rather than what I wanted. Being my first tattoo and having no prior experience with tattoos, I expected to get some guidance from the artist as to what sort of tattoo he could do and maybe start me off with a temporary tattoo to give me a feeling, but as soon as I walked in the first time, Damon was ready to go without completely hearing me out. He didnt seem to listen much or care that much about how I actually wanted it and instead of discussing or acknowledging my indecision on what I wanted, he just went ahead and did what he wanted to do. As I said, the artwork came out really nice, but the tattoo was much bigger than I wanted and by a few inches in a place that cannot be covered up, making it very flashy piece of artwork, when what I really wanted was a subtle and humble commemoration to a late family member. I am now looking into getting it removed and even though Damon charged around 60 or 70 dollars, the removal will cost about 1,000 dollars total, a lot of painful removal sessions and about a year of having a fading tattoo that people will most probably ask a lot of annoying questions about. Make sure you know EXACTLY what you want before you go into Empire Tattoo because the artists there wont even attempt to help you decide!

Susan Solimini

The price of the tattoo was good. The room where I got my tattoo done had what appeared to be ink smears throughout the floor. The back of the chair was laying down so I had to sit without a back rest and sideways. The artist, Vinny, had cleaning solution dripping down my leg into my shoe. When he put the flash (I think thats what you call it) on my leg it was very crooked which I pointed out and he corrected. He prides himself on being quick which should have been a flag. He was done within approximately 40 minutes. The top of my tattoo isnt level and the dates are a little off as is the inside of the M. It was a computer design so all it needed was to be traced! So I was very much disappointed. I originally went here because of the good reviews. Maybe other artists there are good. After I wrote a review on Yelp this artist, Vinny, texted me how sorry he was, that hed give me my money back, and hed fix the tattoo. I didnt receive any money back. Then 2 days later he had received several recent positive reviews which is obviously shady business...having friends write fske reviews. DO NOT GO HERE and use Vinny.

Kelsey Pereira

The tattoo apprentice James did my tattoo, he was awesome and super friendly. The place is clean and the staff is not rude. James really helped calm my nerves and walked me through the tattoo. He also did an amazing job and it is even healing really well and really quickly. I would recommend this place, and also James, to anyone.

Christopher Summons

Got a tattoo awhile back from Damon here. Hes very good, so good that you might have to book an appointment in advance. Certainly the best tattoo appointment Ive have thus far (12 hours accumulated). He was well prepared, room was great and the other employees made the place comfortable. Certainly going to go back for more work.

Melissa Shenshew

Great experience for my first tattoo! Laid back and clean. Walked in spontaneously and got lucky because they had a cancellation. Damon really took the time to sketch it out and figure out what I want. Got to watch hulu and chill the whole time. I plan on going back.

Mingjie Zeng

I got my first and second tattoo done here by James. Hes a really great guy who clearly has a passion for the arts. I plan on going back for two more moderately sized tattoos and a huge side piece from him in the near future! Highly recommend this place :)

Fernando Lopez

I walked in on a Saturday to check out the place and walked out with my first tattoo. The guys there were cool and my tattoo looks good. I am happy and will definitely be back. I recommend this place! PS James did my tattoo, hes a cool cat for sure.

K Davis

Had a spontaneous trip to get a small tattoo today and Keith took great care of me. They were able to get me in and out pretty quickly and I went home with a beautiful heart on my wrist. Thank you so much! I will definitely be coming back.

Mayra Vazquez

I had a tattoo that was messed up and i had Damon fix it. He did an amazing job at fixing it and even adding some nice detail to it. He was very professional and I will definitely come back.

leo ronan

Damon is a cool cat. I told him what I wanted. His design was perfect even better than I anticipated. Staff very cool. Thanks Damon. This was my first tattoo. Im 55 yrs old.

Cloud Nine

Gonna get my tatoo in a couple of weeks its cool to see my cause james really help you guys out ask to see his drawing book it amazing

Seamus Coen

James did mine I was so pleased with the outcome. James explained everything .and was very professional .thanks I will be back

Jillian Jacques

Kieth was great. I had a pretty hard cover up but now no one can tell where the old tat was. Im so happy with it.

David Folan

Keith did an awesome job