Island Avenue Tattoo Co

Category:	Tattoo Shop
Address:	715 Island Ave, McKees Rocks, PA 15136, USA
Phone:	+1 412-331-9226
Site:	islandavetattooco.com
Rating:	4.4

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Reviews 11

Tara Fae Burke

I shouldve put this up a long time ago, because Ive realized one negative review is the difference between an excellent tattoo and a permanent mistake. I paid $300 & drove 2 & 1/2 hours to have my first tattoo done by Island Avenue and I regret it every day. I researched for months prior to deciding on this shop but the grand reviews and previous awards won me over. My is piece was on my inner forearm; a geometric owl design that I did in tribute of a deceased family member, so you can imagine how important it is to me that it looked flawless. There was a lot of tedious line work, but I had faith in my artist... unfortunately it was naïve of me. My lines turned out sloppy and fuzzy. The tattoo isnt even symmetrical, which is crucial to a geometric piece. After a brief glance at it in the mirror he hurriedly wrapped it and sent me on my way. He was also rude to both myself and the family members I brought for support. He was sloppy on top of that, getting ink all over my clothes. And the music was some indiscernible thrash music that was anything but relaxing. The worst part of it all is that my artist was the owner; Ive seen his portfolio, he does beautiful Polynesian style tattoos with clean lines. I cant help but feel like my piece was scratched out hurriedly and inaccurately because I was young and had "virgin skin." For the price and for the artist I expect better, and so should you. A tattoo is permanent. They do touch up work for free but after that experience Im not letting any artist there touch my skin again!! They do good tattoos, Ive seen nice work from them, but they botched a very important piece to me. Im looking into cover up artists but the heavy lines will be nearly impossible to cover. Feel free to contact me via Facebook for pictures of both my reference and my piece. God Bless, Good Luck, and Happy Tattooing!

Amber nbk

coco i would say is a good piercer ( for the most part ) but after i did research on how good she was i was like oh im definitely going to her no matter if it cost way more than everywhere else. im very upset with my spider bites though. she explained everything to a T, and was kind as she could be ( you can tell shes not a people person) everything seemed to go perfect at the time. well 90 dollars later for Spider bites i ended up with uneven not lined up spider bites. im not sure if the swelling of the first one set the second one off but the second one also never healed right so a year later i had surgery and had to take them both out and because the one that was off was never healed correctly ( promise i did everything right to heal because the other one is fine) I lost it and it closed up right away. i still have one lip ring that was saved because it healed great and was placed great. i dont exactly know what happened with the other one or why it went wrong but im pretty upset i paid 90 bucks to have uneven spider bites for a year just to lose one. and now that the one that is closed up is out you can fully see how uneven they were. so i will be going some where else and just have them do the other side for spider bites because the scar tissue left behind on my lost lip ring im just not messing with. i hope the ugly scar goes away. I would go here to see cyco mike for tattoos but i wouldnt ever go back to coco and spend all kinds of money when i could go some where else to get pierced by a better piercer and for a little less money. just my opinion. and i love to research before i get stuff done so i figured i would let you know of my experience.

A Private User

i went to island ave 2 weeks ago to get my first tattoo. driving from my sisters apartment in south side was a little sketchy, but we were VERY relieved when we walked into the shop. it was bright, welcoming, and super clean. the music was calming and i didnt feel nervous at all. nate did my tattoo and he was very receptive of my ideas. even though im from philly and my sister let that slip while i was in the chair... he did a great job and ive gotten so many compliments. also, it was a GREAT price. $150 dollars less than estimates i got at shops on carson street. would recommend to anyone!

Hailey Romanias

I absolutely loved mike he was so sweet and funny and he calmed my nerves when I got my first tattoo done he came up with the most excellent tattoo for me I told him an idea of what I wanted and made it possible he made my idea come to life every time I look at my peice I fall more and more in love with it he was really fast with it too but made it look beautiful he told me what would look good and I just let him go at it thank you mike for an amazing tattoo I dont regret it at all -dink

A Private User

Coco did an amazing job with my private piercing. She thoroughly explained my options for the piercing, details about the procedure, and what I needed to do for after care. The procedure was quick and there was very little pain. Overall everything went much better than expected. Coco really took her time with me and made sure I was getting what I wanted. I would only go back to her for a piercing. Her experience shows.

Jason Thomas

Jimmy has been tattooing me since 2007, and I have never had a bad experience ever. Always a fun conversation and easy going time. He does such amazing work to the point where you find yourself looking forward to what unique piece hes going to come up with next. Always my #1 spot and always the best in my book

Charlene Dougan

I always go every couple years to have Coco give me a piercing. She cares about her work and it shows. She tells you everything, how to clean it and what to do if a problem arises as well as a number she can be reached at. You can even send her pics if there is a problem. I have been going there since 2007.

Misty R

Coco is amazing. She takes the time to explain the piercing and what to expect and the risks involved. She is very personable and makes you feel comfortable.

Chad Trimbur

Even tho I have only one tattoo from this place. Easily one of the best shops iv been to, awesome artists and awesome people.

Carter Bunce

They are awesome people and do a wonderful job

Em Goodwell

Greg did great work on my tattoo