Name: Time Bomb Ink
Address: 10141 Central Ave NE, Blaine, Minnesota, 55449, US
Telephone: (763) 784-1035
Rating: 4.8

About Time Bomb Ink

Time Bomb Ink: A Tattoo Shop with Mixed Reviews

Time Bomb Ink is a tattoo shop located in Blaine, Minnesota. The shop offers a range of tattoo services, including custom designs, cover-ups, and piercings. The shop has received mixed reviews from customers, with some praising the artists' skills and professionalism, while others have criticized the owner's behavior and pricing policies.

Several customers have praised the artists' work, with one customer stating that they had a "fantastic" experience with their artist and were excited to get more tattoos from them. Another customer was impressed with the "amazing" animal realism work done by artist Shaun. The shop has also been complimented for its cleanliness and welcoming atmosphere.

However, other customers have criticized the shop's pricing policies and the behavior of the owner. One customer complained that they were not told the price of their tattoo until the end of the session and were charged a "hefty" fee for touch-ups. They also criticized the owner's "disrespectful" behavior and "terrible case of little man syndrome." Another customer complained about the "grungy" feel of the shop and the owner's "childish temper."

Despite the mixed reviews, Time Bomb Ink remains a popular tattoo shop in the area. Customers looking for custom designs and cover-ups may find the shop's artists to be skilled and professional. However, those concerned about pricing and customer service may want to consider other options.

Reviews (99)

Lucas Borchardt

★☆☆☆☆ Jan 20, 1970

Prices way to high. Especially because someone in training did my tattoo, and it needed touch ups. Was never told the price until the end of the tattoo, or touch ups. Was told it was free touch-ups, but then was hit with a hefty hundred-dollar bill charge for "touch ups". Even after tipping $50 extra for original tattoo 3 weeks ago. Owner was very disrespectful, and had a terrible case of little man syndrome. Seemed very intimidated for no reason. Your response is case in point. What has the world come to, when you can't even ask a simple question about upfront pricing without "offending" somebody. The whole place had a grungy feel to it. I have spent over a hundred hours in a tattoo chair, and this was the worst experience I've had. (Because of the owner, not the artist. She was in training, and just doing what she was told. I complimented her on her work after touch ups) Would not recommend. For the record she completely redid my tattoo. She was 100% responsible for it after that. I don't think I could have been any more kind. I simply asked if I could know the price ahead of time, next time. I paid the $100 shop minimum... TWICE. I had $40 cash in my hand ready for a touch up tip, and that would have been more than sufficient for the 10 minutes that it took. In total I paid $275 for a small shamrock redo. I have spent thousands of dollars on tattoos, and money is not an issue. Otherwise why would I have generously tipped almost fifty percent the first time. Just recently moved, and was looking for a new shop. I just don't like being taken advantage of, like anybody else... Sir. Now I know where they get the name from. Owner's childish temper is like a "Time Bomb" waiting to go off. I will gladly take my business elsewhere. If you want to try and flex on customers, to impress "your young female" apprentice, do it to somebody else. Thanks

Tanya Johnson

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

My 1st of many to come. Shaun is a fantastic artist. Can't wait for my next one! Highly recommend

Kara Hoekstra

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Got this bad boy from Mike today. Awesome job! Looking forward to my next tat. The rest of the staff is friendly and engaging.

Jeff Walstrom

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Was just in there for a ring tattoo. Great experience. Sorry I missed meeting Shaun. He was leaving as I was checking in

Amber Griffin

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

I could not have had a better experience than I did today with mike. I wanted butterfly’s going up my neck for being 7 years clean from self harm. Not only did he do an amazing job at the art work and tattoo himself he made it so beyond comfortable and was so kind the entire time. It’s also the anniversary of my dads passing and he was just so chill about it. He made what could have been such a sad day for me into an amazing day . I will absolutely be back and will refer everyone I know to him. Thank you again Mike!

Nelli Bocharnikova

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Alexis tattooed me today, service was incredible! I was a walk in and was able to be done same day! Loved the work! Got monarch butterflies and 2 hours later; my favorite tattoo by far

Lindsey Finneman

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Had a great tattoo experience with Alexis! She made me feel comfortable and understood exactly what I was looking for in a tattoo. I'll be returning to Time Bomb Ink for my next tattoo!

Brian Bach

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Very nice artists and did a great job on my tattoo. They were able to print my tattoo I wanted off a website that I found for the tattoo I chose. Very friendly and I would definitely go back. Reasonably priced as well. Highly recommend to anyone. If you want to choose a certain artist you can. I had Veronica and she was amazing. They always ask if you're feeling okay while doing the tattoo to make sure you won't pass out or anything because of the needles.

Joan Hurley

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Amazing place with a load of talented artists. Will definitely be back

Madison Medin

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Time bomb tattoos are the best artists I have been to. Every artist is so nice and these guys are awesome.

Brook Whitley

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Mike did an amazing job on my small word tattoo! Really clean place, very affordable pricing and amazing staff! Did a walk-in appointment!

Roxy Ross

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Ladies day was amazing! Thank you Cailie for hosting!

Ryan Koppendrayer

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Got a memorial piece done on my arm by Shaun and I can't say enough of how great the experience and finished product was. His animal realism is elite. Very friendly group of employees, very clean environment. Quality work for pretty reasonable cost. Will definitely be going back and getting work does by the rest of the crew over time.

Anthony Grondin

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Had a great time getting inked by mike , hes a great artist and I love the work will definitely going back to him for more work

kenzie d (kenzie)

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

I recommend Time Bomb Ink Tats 1,000x over!!! Cute, clean shop, AMAZING artists, welcoming atmosphere, etc!! Even when I called over the phone they were so welcoming to me & a friend who wanted to come in for tattoos. Our tattoos turned out AMAZING. Everyone there is so so nice. I loved my experience there and we will definitely be back!! 🥰

Jenna Haan

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

I absolutely loveee my tattoos. Staff was so friendly and welcoming:)

Andrew Sandwick

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

This is somewhere I highly recommend people going to the staff and the owner are all awesome people and are very talented at what they do. I have almost had work done by everyone at timebomb. If your looking for a great tattoo and to also have great people around this is definitely somewhere you want to check out.

katherine seifred

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Veronica was great. Got me in right away. I was a walk in. Will be using her again. She did an awesome job.

Jami Nelson

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Alexis did a tattoo for me of my parent's handwriting. It couldnt be more perfect. Incredibly well done. I will be coming back to see her for more work. She is a great artist!!!! She also did a tattoo for my son that was amazing.

Custom Home Care

★★★★★ Jan 20, 1970

Such talented artists in this progressive and clean establishment. I love the sleeve and hand tattoos that Sean created. I get compliments all the time on the details. One was a cover-up and turned out perfect! You cannot tell I had a terrible tat underneath and the tat Sean covered it with is better than I ever imagined!