Review of Forbidden Tattoo and Piercing
Forbidden Tattoo and Piercing is a tattoo and body piercing shop located in Jacksonville, North Carolina. The shop offers a range of services, including custom tattoos, body piercings, and jewelry sales. The shop is open seven days a week, but the hours vary, so it is best to call ahead to confirm availability.
The shop has received mixed reviews from customers. Some customers have praised the shop for its cleanliness and professionalism, while others have criticized the staff for being unprofessional and unhelpful. Some customers have also reported issues with their piercings, including infections and crooked piercings.
The shop offers a range of jewelry options for piercings, but some customers have reported that they were not given a choice in the jewelry used for their piercings. The shop also offers aftercare products for piercings, but some customers have reported that these products are expensive.
Despite the mixed reviews, some customers have had positive experiences with the shop. Customers have praised the artists for their skill and creativity, and some customers have reported that they felt comfortable and well-informed during the tattoo and piercing process.
Overall, Forbidden Tattoo and Piercing is a shop that offers a range of tattoo and piercing services. While some customers have had negative experiences with the shop, others have had positive experiences. It is recommended that customers research the shop and read reviews before making an appointment.
From the business
"Forbidden Tattoo and Piercing in Jacksonville, NC has been delivering quality results since 2008. Our goal is to provide a superior customer experience and tremendous value for our customers. We are passionate about exceeding your expectations. Our services include custom tattooing and professional body piercing. We also carry an impressive selection of body jewelry and aftercare products."
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- In-store shopping
Forbidden Tattoo and Piercing Reviews - 99
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Tyla Smith
I got a lot of tattoos done here, by Gabriel whenever he's in town. Basically he's done my entire right side and a collaboration piece on my left leg lol I always tell people that if they're going to the Jacksonville,NC area and they're looking for a good artist to check him out. I even asked him to make some artwork for me and hope one day our paths will cross again. Everyone there has always been super kind to me though and I've always found it to be rather relaxing to go. Granted I'm weird and find 10 hours of tattooing to be relaxing. Photo is of the last piece he did on me healed.
Kelly Jenkins
Elite Tattoo is by far the nicest tattoo shop I have ever been to. I have gotten several tattoos over the years, but this place beats them all. From the moment you walk in you are greeted with a friendly face and offered complimentary snacks and drinks while you wait. I didn't wait long at all! I had an appointment with Gabriel for a pet portrait piece of my dog. He did such an amazing job on it, I still can't stop looking at it! His talent is insane. I have gotten so many compliments on how beautiful it is. So thank you, Gabriel, and Elite for such a wonderful experience. The vibe of the place is so laid back and chill, and I can't wait to come back in the future for more ink. Now I don't want to go anywhere else! :)
David Boower
Staff is very professional and extremely talented. Facility is very clean. Artists are very friendly and strive to ensure you get the best from your experience. From developing my tattoo idea to after care my artist helped me all the way. Best tattoo shop in Jacksonville!
Martin Gorenflo
I set an appt (on Aug 19) through the receptionist to have a consultation with the artist Chris Swenski on Sept 11. Four hours before the appt the receptionist informs me the artist feels ill and most reschedule for Oct 30th. When asked if there were any sooner appts because I have waited already and it should be sooner the receptionist replied “not necessarily”.
When asked if the time could be moved up since there were other consultations scheduled before Oct 30, the answer was no and the time already waited before should be disregarded. Call me “old-fashioned” but those who wait the longest probably have priority to being seen first if the business or artist is at fault for the rescheduling.
After debating the importance of time and professionalism with the receptionist a date of Sept 25 was agreed on, assuming the artist is feeling well.
Again this is just to have a consult, not even have any work done or be decided to have done. Hopefully no other unprofessional steps are taken and the business are artist earn a good review on Sept 25. As of right now not impressed and would not recommend
rusty burton
This shop is one of the cleanest and friendliest in Jacksonville. They treat everyone like family and welcome everyone immediately. The artists are all extremely talented and take time to get to know exactly what you are looking for and put forth the some of the best work I have seen. Their piercer is highly talented and I've barely felt any of the piercings I've gotten from him. The receptionists are always super friendly and ready to help you with whatever it is that you are looking for. I would highly recommend this shop to anyone and will continue to go to them for my tattoo and piercing needs.
Dallas
Megan was very kind, so was the receptionist. When you walk in you see some of the tattoo artists work on the wall, it’s a cool environment with nice leather couches and a relaxing area. Got my ears pierced and I hope to keep coming back for gauges and tattoos! Awesome people, happy I chose Forbidden out of all the ratchet places around Jacksonville..... A+ 😁😁😁😁
Suzanna Ch
It was a great experience with the tattoo artist Stephen.
He was very thorough when trying to create the image of what I wanted during the consultation. He was very clear and honest about the possible timing and price. So when the day came and I told him that I don't want what he drew for me but instead I'd rather have tattooed the original picture I had, he kindly honored my decision and took his time to draw up a new stencil. Tattoo took shorter than i expected 2,5 hours, and it was done in very professional manner and was interrupted with 2 minute break, so that I could check out how the lining came out.
Overall, the artist and the whole personnel provided high quality customer service and I would recommend it to anyone who seeks high quality tattoo art work.
Rachelle Robinson
Elite was very clean and an amazing environment. I went to the elite and saw Lindsey. She did such a phenomenal job on my tattoo. I didn’t wanna go to just anyone. I saw her portfolio of tattoos and knew she would do my bunny justice. It came out perfect and super realistic. She’s amazing and I would totally go again.
Rylee schwandt
I got my medusa done here today and it was placed perfectly. She really took the time to answer my questions, made sure I was satisfied with the placement and was super professional and patient with me. Will definitely be coming here again!
victoria colon
I've been going to this tattoo shop since 2015 for all my tattoo and piercing needs! Of all the artists, Jessye is my absolute favorite! She is kind and comforting. She has patiently walked me through coping with all my piercings and helping me as best as she can with the healing process. I currently live in Michigan and I still contact Jessye when it comes to my piercing. You would be lucky to get your piercings done with her. She is the best in town!