Aztec Tattoo
1416 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, Texas, 76013

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Why Choose Aztec Tattoo?
Aztec Tattoo in Arlington is known for careful portrait work, realism, and lettering, with Erick earning consistent praise for his skill and patience throughout the design and healing process. The shop maintains a welcoming, clean environment where artists take time to collaborate with clients on their vision, making it an ideal choice whether you're getting your first tattoo or your fifth.
About Aztec Tattoo
Ask anyone in Arlington who's been inked at Aztec Tattoo and Erick's name comes up first. He's the artist most folks book with here, and the word around town is that he does it all with real skill and patience. People come to him for portrait work especially, along with color, black and grey, realism, and clean lettering and script. One person who got a portrait of their brother said Erick nailed it and made the whole thing comfortable from start to finish, which is a theme we hear over and over: he walks you through everything before and after, and takes the time to get your design right.
Erick isn't the only talent under this roof. Kate has a loyal following of her own, with regulars praising the way she turns an idea in your head into a meaningful, beautifully done piece, and she's known for being easy to talk to and fair on price. That fairness runs through the whole shop, actually. More than one longtime client will tell you the artists here are some of the more affordable in town without cutting corners on quality.
The studio itself gets mentioned almost as much as the work. Locals keep using the same words for it: clean, chill, welcoming, good vibes all around. One regular pointed out it's the rare shop where the artists aren't crammed on top of each other, so you get room to breathe. Aztec Tattoo has quickly become one of the most respected tattoo studios in the Arlington area.
Between custom design, piercing, and consultations, plus a crew people genuinely trust, it's an easy recommendation.
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What Customers Say on Google
“He was so patient with me and walked me through everything before and after my tattoo, not to mention that my tattoo came out and exceeded my expectations.”
“From the moment you walk in, you can feel the professionalism, talent, and passion. Erick is not only an incredible artist but also makes you feel comfortable and confident in your design.”
“Very clean, cool and chill atmosphere. Erik is a awesome Tattoo artist. He's down-to-earth and is really good, professional at what he does.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Aztec Tattoo
Erick is the artist most people at Aztec Tattoo book with, known around Arlington for portrait work, color, black and grey, realism, and clean lettering and script. Clients describe him as patient and thorough, walking clients through the process before and after the tattoo and taking real time to get the design right. Kate and Sue also work at the shop, with Kate handling custom pieces and Sue doing piercings.
Aztec Tattoo specializes in realism, portrait work, black and grey, color, and lettering and script. Beyond tattooing, the shop offers piercing, custom design, and consultations. Erick is the artist most requested for portraits, with clients pointing to a piece done of a client's brother as an example of his skill in capturing detail and likeness.
Clients consistently describe Aztec Tattoo as clean with a relaxed, professional atmosphere and artists who keep respectful distance from one another while working. For specific licensing and sterilization documentation, check with the Texas DSHS and the studio's own policy directly, since this isn't posted on their site.
Yes, piercing is offered alongside tattooing. Sue is named in reviews as the piercer, with clients specifically praising her piercing work as a strong reason to visit the shop in addition to getting tattooed.
Aztec Tattoo holds a very high rating across 36 Google reviews, with consistent praise for Erick's skill and patience, a clean shop environment, professional and welcoming service, and good value for the work delivered. Clients returning for multiple pieces and referring friends is a recurring theme.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 817-793-6819
- Address
- 1416 W Arkansas Ln, Arlington, Texas, 76013
How Aztec Tattoo Compares
in Arlington
36 reviews on Google
Good Value — 1 of 18 in Arlington
Opening Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 12-7PM
- Wednesday
- 12-7PM
- Thursday
- 12-7PM
- Friday
- 12-7PM
- Saturday
- 12-7PM
- Sunday
- 12-6PM
Business Details
- Service Options
- Onsite services
- Payment Methods
- Cash-only












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