Taboo Tattoo
2650 Main St, Dallas, Texas, 75226
“Proudly Serving Deep Ellum Since '94”
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Why Choose Taboo Tattoo?
Taboo Tattoo has anchored Deep Ellum since 1994, and that three-decade legacy translates to a spacious, gallery-quality environment where talented artists excel across Japanese irezumi, neo-traditional, realism, and fine line work. The shop welcomes walk-ins and maintains fair pricing, and piercer Caleb brings specialized skill to the full-service offering.
About Taboo Tattoo
If you are looking for a tattoo shop in Dallas with real history behind it, Taboo Tattoo has been part of Deep Ellum since 1994, and locals will tell you it is the oldest shop in the city. That longevity shows the moment you walk in. People talk about the spacious, well decorated interior, the flash books worth flipping through, and the art running along the walls. It is the kind of place that pulls you in off the street, and plenty of folks say they walked past several other shops before Taboo caught their eye. The range of work here is wide.
They are known for Japanese irezumi, realism, and neo-traditional, along with fine line, illustrative pieces, lettering and script, and solid color work. Ask anyone who has been inked here and a few names come up again and again. Owner Cody Biggs gets steady praise for professional, comfortable sessions and work people are genuinely happy with. Nick is a favorite for his kindness and patience, checking in throughout and never making anyone feel silly about a sentimental piece. We have heard great things about Elliott too, especially his willingness to work through an idea until it is exactly right, and regulars mention Lobo, Christine, Tim, and Romeo for the laughs and the easy atmosphere.
Walk-ins are welcome seven days a week, and the turnaround has a good reputation even when a group of four shows up at once. One visitor described calling on a whim and being seated fast, front desk to chair. They also run a fishbowl "get what you get" option that people have enjoyed. On the piercing side, Caleb earns warm words for being friendly and available, and the shop is known to take care of walk-in piercing requests without the runaround. Cleanliness comes up constantly, and the studio's own word is that they follow sterile, licensed practices with single-use needles.
They check ID and have you sign the proper paperwork, which people appreciate as a sign of a legit operation. Between the friendly front desk, the range of styles, and its Deep Ellum roots, Taboo Tattoo stays one of the most respected names in Dallas, and folks keep coming back, some from well out of state.
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What Customers Say on Google
“The place is clean and well decorated; I liked looking through the flash books and the art along the wall. The guy at the front desk was patient as I chose my piece and talked through all the variables with me.”
“Caleb did a job piercing. He was quick, efficient, and professional. He made sure I knew what he was doing each step of the way and that I stayed comfortable. The shop was spotless and all the employees were friendly.”
“Elliott was amazing at not only his work, but his ability to work with me to figure out how to make this tattoo perfect. Pricing is super fair so go see Elliott especially for any trad Japanese work!”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Taboo Tattoo
Taboo Tattoo has been a fixture in Deep Ellum since 1994, making it one of the longest-running tattoo shops in Dallas. That history is visible in the spacious, well-decorated interior, flash books, and wall art that draw people in off the street. The shop's staying power in a neighborhood full of competing studios speaks to its consistent reputation over three decades.
Yes, Taboo Tattoo welcomes walk-ins alongside scheduled appointments. Multiple visitors describe stopping in spontaneously, including on busy Friday and Saturday nights, and getting seated with an artist the same day. The shop also runs a fishbowl style get-what-you-get option for spontaneous, lower-cost tattoos, a popular alternative to the long lines at other Deep Ellum shops.
Taboo Tattoo covers a wide range including Japanese irezumi, Neo-Traditional, Realism, Fine Line, Illustrative, Lettering & Script, and Color work. It's particularly known for Japanese and Neo-Traditional pieces, with artists like Elliott noted for trad Japanese style. The shop's varied artist roster means clients can find a fit whether they want bold traditional imagery or delicate fine line designs.
Yes, Taboo Tattoo offers piercing services in addition to tattooing. Piercer Caleb is repeatedly mentioned for being responsive, professional, and thorough in explaining the process, filling a gap in Deep Ellum where piercing specialists are less common. As with any piercing or tattoo studio, ask about current sterilization practices and check that the artist performing the service is on-site and available that day.
Taboo Tattoo's Deep Ellum location has a spacious, clean, well-decorated interior with flash books and wall art that pull people in from the street. Front desk staff are consistently described as helpful and patient, and the vibe is relaxed rather than rushed. Several visitors note choosing Taboo over other nearby shops specifically because of the inviting exterior and interior presentation.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 214-745-2570
- [email protected]
- Address
- 2650 Main St, Dallas, Texas, 75226
How Taboo Tattoo Compares
in Dallas
More reviews than 88% of tattoo shops in Dallas
Opening Hours
- Monday
- 12-10PM
- Tuesday
- 12-10PM
- Wednesday
- 12-10PM
- Thursday
- 12-10PM
- Friday
- 12PM-12AM
- Saturday
- 12PM-12AM
- Sunday
- 12-10PM
Business Details
- Service Options
- Onsite services
- Payment Methods
- Credit cards, Debit cards, NFC mobile payments
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