Dandyland Custom Tattoo and Professional Body Piercing

Category:	Tattoo Shop
Address:	1821 Bandera Rd B, San Antonio, TX 78228, USA
Phone:	+1 210-432-5747
Site:	dandylandtattoo.com
Rating:	4.6
Working:	1–9PM 1–9PM 1–9PM 1–9PM 1–9PM 1–9PM 1–9PM

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Reviews 7

Krista Avalon

I went to Dandyland on the recommendation of a trusted friend, and was sorry I did. Maybe if I had gotten another artist... Who knows? So, I sent "Cheese" my peacock pattern, and told him I wanted a realistic looking tattoo, with loads of color. He said he specialized in realistic, though he had a drawing for me that looked cartoonish. It was pretty, though nothing like my design, and he talked me into it. My fault, my responsibility entirely. I should have been more insistent, but I do believe in giving an artist some artistic liberty. He assured me it would look more realistic than the drawing. Three hours later, I had a partial outline of a stylized (not realistic in the least) peacock. While it was certainly pretty, it was nothing like what I had sent him. Now, the more I look at it, the more I hate it. It almost looks more like a phoenix than a peacock, and it looks as though it is folded in half, as opposed to flowing with the contours of my body. The neck is too long, and it really looks like some flash Ive seen. Im very sorry that I let Cheese talk me into something other than what I sent him, though I have someone else willing to try to fix this mess. The moral of the story, DO NOT LET SOMEONE TALK YOU INTO SOMETHING THAT -HE- WANTS. Yes, ultimately my fault and my own responsibility, because I let him talk me into it, but then I wonder WHY did he talk me into the other one, when I sent him the exact one I wanted?? Being lazy, I imagine.

Sam Wolfe

After carefully reviewing and comparing piercing parlors in San Antonio, I made the decision to go to Dandyland for my first piercings. I originally went in on a Sunday evening and expected to make a walk-in appointment for the same day. Unfortunately, their piercer only works Wednesday-Saturday. The quote was a little higher than I expected, and at first I began to second guess my decision. I looked around at other shops, but none had as many or as good of reviews as Dandyland. I decided to wait and come back when the piercer was in, and boy was that a good choice. Both times, I was warmly greeted by the person at the counter and was asked how they could help. On Piercing Day, they swiftly brought out the paperwork and explained the process to me before we even began. Milo, my piercer (and I believe hes the ONLY piercer there) asked me exactly what I wanted and had me select my rings from their extensive collection of high-quality jewelry. He walked me back to the piercing room and began preparing for the procedure. I know how important hygenie is during piercings and tattoos, and Milo had it down to a science. He must have washed his hands, cleaned my ears, and switched gloves at least three times each. I knew I was in the right place. He was gentle, precise, and quick, and my ears look AMAZING thanks to Milo & the wonderful staff at Dandyland! Worth the drive, and worth the money.

Brittany Parker

I also cant speak on behalf of tattoos at Dandyland but Ive been pierced there plenty of times. Ive been getting work done by their piercer, Miro, for the past 8+ years and would never go to anyone else...even when I lived 1000 miles away in Georgia and would come out to Texas a few times a year. Ive met a handful of some great piercers and Miro is just only one that I have seen put such a perfectionists eye into doing piercings. He has done multiple piercing projects on my ears and comes up with the most creative ways to do multiple piercings that I would never even think about. Miro isnt afraid to tell you that doing a certain piercing just isnt going to work on your body which is great because who wants to get a piercing to end up having it reject or have major problems? I have a surface nape piercing that is over 4 years old and has healed amazingly well that was done at Dandyland. He obviously is a piercer because he loves doing it and has a great passion for his career. I doubt anyone has ever regretted making the choice to get pierced by Miro. Dont expect to go in, get pierced within 10 minutes, and walk out because he is going to put a good bit of time into making sure the placement and the jewelry is perfect. 5 stars for Miro!

Kristin Milligan

I decided on a whim I needed to get new holes in my head, so I decided on a tragus, even though I really wanted a triple helix. When I walked in, Tony met me at the front and spent a ridiculous amount of time going over jewelry options with me (Im talkin like 30 minutes, and there were 2 girls waiting). Finally, he realized I really wanted the helix and not the tragus and told me to just get one today and come back for the others, which shocked me because he would take a hit in commission, but I felt like he honestly wanted me to get what I wanted. Well, I ended up getting the triple helix and spent a hell of a lot more money than I planned but man, I love it. That shop is clean, the folks are professional, and he talked me through the whole process and my ear looks freaking lovely. The angles are perfect and my jewelry is already getting crazy compliments. I will definitely be coming back here for my other ear once this one heals up, which I suspect it will do nicely.

Ms Sc

Best customer service you will get anywhere. I called before my friend and I came in to get piercings done multiple times and got all my questions answered and was made to feel completely comfortable before coming in. Miro was our piercer and he was absolutely amazing. I was terrified and started having a panic attack before getting mine done and he took the time to make me feel at ease before piercing me. He really knew what he was doing and didnt rush either one of us even though we came close to closing time. Everyone there was very polite and knowledgeable. Do yourself a favor and pay the extra money to get piercings done here, they are well worth it! Thank you guys so much for all you do, we will be back soon!

A Private User

Ive only gotten a piercing done by Miro at dandyland so cant review the tattoo side of the shop. The work area is very clean and well organized. Also Miro is a member the APP (Association of Professional Piercers) which made me feel more comfortable get work done by him. Besides credentials on personal level he was pretty relax and funny with helped with the whole process go smoothly. What I got done was re-piercing my previous ear lobes holes closed up since was years ago since had earrings in. But it was painless when he did it and I also like her talked to me step-by-step what he was going to do. All in all I really want to go visit again and get more stuff done! Also pricing there is pretty decent!

Chris Jones

Came in for a tattoo, left with a wicked piece of art that far exceeded my expectations! Met with CHONG, who drew up my custom piece, and then came back a week later for outlining. This was followed by shading a few weeks later, and finally a quick touchup session after that. The work was not rushed, all 4 appointments were on time, and the place was clean. 5-stars...and Im an annoyingly picky person. Only thing I could possibly say needs improvement is their portfolio books...they need more samples and of higher resolutions (maybe an in-store digital photo album?)- they dont really represent the quality and diverse art that this place puts out. Anyways, Dandyland and Chong get my 5 stars!