The Austin Tattoo Co.
8556 Research Blvd ste. B, Austin, Texas, 78758
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Why Choose The Austin Tattoo Co.?
The Austin Tattoo Co. has built a loyal following since 2009 with consistent execution in traditional, neo-traditional, and color work. Walk-ins are welcome, and the team, from artists like Drew, Ramsie, and Jorge to piercer Chelsea, combines technical skill with a genuinely welcoming atmosphere that keeps people coming back for years.
About The Austin Tattoo Co.
If you're looking for a tattoo shop in Austin that has earned its reputation the honest way, The Austin Tattoo Co. is one locals point to again and again. Around since 2009 and running two locations in central Texas, it's a street-style shop known best for traditional American and old-school work, bold color, and neo-traditional pieces. The word around Austin is that these are serious artists who take the craft seriously, and the number of people who keep coming back tells the story better than anything else. Ask anyone who's been inked here and a few names come up fast.
Regulars swear by Drew, who has a real gift for talking through the whole process and offering ideas to make a design land better. One longtime client has been going to him for about six years and turned to him for dedication tattoos after losing his wife, calling him the absolute best. Ramsie has her devoted following too, the kind of artist people call their designated one and won't trust to anyone else. Jill and Megan get named just as warmly, with folks describing work that carries real personal meaning and an artist who stays responsive even after the session is done.
On the piercing side, Chelsea is the name people repeat over and over. We've heard from more than one person who won't see another piercer, coming back for nose, helix, tragus, and cartilage work, all while she takes the time to educate people on proper care. Beyond ink and piercings, they also offer laser tattoo removal, so it's a full-service spot. A couple of things come up consistently: the studio is spotlessly clean, and the whole crew makes you feel comfortable whatever you're in for.
People who get work done here talk about a welcoming, professional energy and honest value for the quality. Walk-ins are welcome, which is no small thing in a city where plenty of shops turn you away, and more than one person has walked in on a whim and left thrilled. For traditional, color, or neo-traditional work in Austin, this is a genuine local favorite.
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What Customers Say on Google
“From my very first consultation I felt completely comfortable and confident that I was in the hands of real professionals who take their craft seriously. The studio is spotless.”
“Chelsea is an amazing piercer, I went back multiple times for more piercings from her! Her jewelry is beautiful and she makes the experience so enjoyable, all while educating her clients on proper care.”
“I've had my nose pierced at other places three times in the last ten years and have had issues with it healing every single time. It's been about a week since I got my nose pierced here and it looks and feels amazing. The shop is clean, the staff is knowledgeable.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About The Austin Tattoo Co.
The Austin Tattoo Co. built its name on traditional American and old-school tattooing, plus bold color and neo-traditional work. Open since 2009, it has become a favorite Austin shop for locals wanting classic, well-executed street-style tattoos rather than trend-driven pieces. Its 203 Google reviews consistently praise the artists' skill and the shop's welcoming, professional atmosphere.
The Austin Tattoo Co. welcomes walk-ins, and clients describe stopping by without a reservation and still getting seated for solid work. Booking ahead with a specific artist, especially popular ones, is still recommended if you want a particular style or design consultation beforehand, but the shop is set up to take care of spontaneous visits too.
Yes, piercing is a core service alongside tattooing at The Austin Tattoo Co. Piercer Chelsea comes up repeatedly in reviews for careful technique, quality jewelry, and clear aftercare education, with clients returning multiple times for additional piercings. The shop also offers laser tattoo removal for those looking to fade or clear old work.
Clients repeatedly describe The Austin Tattoo Co. as spotless and staffed by knowledgeable professionals who explain their process and take hygiene seriously. As with any studio, ask to see the setup and confirm current practices align with Texas DSHS requirements and the shop's own policy before your appointment.
Regulars point to several names at The Austin Tattoo Co., including Drew, Ramsie, Jill, Megan, Jorge, and Kasey/Casey, each earning repeat clients for traditional, neo-traditional, and color work. Many clients mention returning to the same artist over multiple tattoos, and some have stayed loyal to one artist for years.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 512-453-8287
- Address
- 8556 Research Blvd ste. B, Austin, Texas, 78758
How The Austin Tattoo Co. Compares
in Austin
More reviews than 87% of tattoo shops in Austin
Walk-ins Welcome — 1 of 66 in Austin
Good Value — 1 of 78 in Austin
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 12-8PM
- Tuesday
- 12-8PM
- Wednesday
- 12-8PM
- Thursday
- 12-8PM
- Friday
- 12-8PM
- Saturday
- 12-8PM
- Sunday
- 12-8PM
Business Details
- Service Options
- Onsite services
- Years in Business
- 2009+
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards
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