Review of Area 51 Tattoo
Area 51 Tattoo: Located in the heart of Crystal Lake, Illinois, Area 51 Tattoo is a popular tattoo shop that has been serving the community for many years. This tattoo shop is known for its exceptional workmanship, friendly artists, and clean and comfortable environment.
The shop offers a wide range of tattoo services, including custom designs, cover-ups, and touch-ups. The artists are skilled in various styles, including traditional, black and grey, and color tattoos. They work closely with clients to create unique and personalized designs that meet their specific needs and preferences.
The shop is open from Tuesday to Saturday from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, and closed on Monday and Sunday. The artists are available by appointment only, and walk-ins are welcome based on availability.
Area 51 Tattoo has received many positive reviews from satisfied customers who praise the shop's professionalism, attention to detail, and quality of work. The artists are highly skilled and knowledgeable, and they take the time to ensure that clients are comfortable and happy with their tattoos.
Overall, Area 51 Tattoo is a great choice for anyone looking for a high-quality tattoo shop in Crystal Lake. The artists are friendly, talented, and dedicated to providing the best possible experience for their clients. Whether you're looking for a small tattoo or a full sleeve, Area 51 Tattoo is the place to go.
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- In-store shopping
Area 51 Tattoo Reviews - 88
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Blake Czarnecki
Great service and super friendly artists who were super willing to work to make a perfect design
Abner Rivera
Absolutely the best shop, thanks Desirea as always your line work amazing and your professionalism always on point
Emily Fillicetti (Fillicetti)
Got my first tattoo with Desirea and it was such a great experience! She was prompt with email responses to plan everything and really worked with me to get the design I was looking for. The shop was super clean, Covid protocols made us feel comfortable and both artists were really nice, professional and incredibly fun to hang with during the process. Our pieces were perfect, aftercare was explained to a T and she even sent us email reminders in case we forgot a detail. We are absolutley going back and highly reccomend Desirea!
Anthony Pizzo
Awhile back I thought I’d start my life of getting tattoo’s, but didn’t know exactly where togo to start it off. Crystal Lakes a very small city when it comes to tattoo Parlors but after awhile of research, and looking I thought I’d Check out Area 51. After a brief discussion of the tattoo I had in mind, I was shown a visually drawn version and knew this was the place to start. I had my tattoo done by Dakota and the experience was great, I had a great conversation and it felt like a great amount of effort was taken into my Tattoo, I highly recommend coming here if your looking for a starting place for your first tattoo or for another one. Definitely will come here again in the future
Danielle LeBreck
I got my first tattoo with Desirea and it could not have been a better experience. She took my jumbled thoughts and turned out art that was exactly what I had envisioned! She is super friendly, easy to work with, and made me feel really comfortable knowing it was my first time getting a tattoo. As for the space, Area 51 is extremely clean and takes great care with their space. Very chill vibe, and I liked the tunes playing! Overall, highly recommend!
Don Rowley
Maddy did a great job on my tattoo, very clean shop highly recommended
Sue Torpe
Area 51 is the only tattoo shop that my daughter and I go to. Desi and Khalid are awesome people, they make you feel comfortable from the moment you enter the shop. Love you guys!!
kim goodlin
Area51 is awesome! They are very professional,courteous,and extremely friendly.
The lobby area is always clean and decorated with style. The artists are extremely talented.
Khalid has done all my pieces and, they always
turn out absolutely beautiful. I love my art.
Chris Komorous
Got my first tattoo and Talia was my artist. She was extremely professional, and very nice to talk to. She explained everything and answered all of my dumb questions while trying to tattoo. Very sweet girl and would recommend her to anyone.
Everyone on the shop was very nice. Dakota took time to show my daughter his tablet and showed her the program he uses to draw and even did some examples for her.
If your looking to get a tattoo, again I would recommend this shop to you.
Toni Pokora
There is simply no where else to go for the finest in ink. Owner and head artist Khalid is a phenom in his industry.
I have the absolute highest in standards in all regards in life, and especially when it come to having tattooing done. There are two main concerns - health/cleanliness/safety and artistic abilities. Regarding safety ~ hands down the protocol and procedures Kahlid has in place are world-class. They always were, even pre-Covid and now they're off the charts. I'm so comfortable with every careful measure he has taken that not only has he tattooed me, he has also tattooed my daughter ~ and way more times than me!
Regarding artistic ability the buck stops here. Khalid, as well as his carefully selected staff of artists, are second to none. And YES - this does mean you may have a (even lengthy) wait to get an appointment. Trust me ~ it is absolutely worth it.
Khalid, his staff and Area 51, Williams St. in beautiful downtown Crystal Lake, IL for the WIN in all things ink!!!