Dreadful Things

4.7(92)

4001 Dyer St #4, El Paso, Texas, 79930

Dreadful Things in El Paso

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Known for:Black & Grey

Why Choose Dreadful Things?

Dreadful Things is El Paso's destination for black and grey tattoo work, helmed by Francella, a master artist with a devoted following. The studio doubles as a curated gallery and curiosity shop, creating an atmosphere that keeps visitors engaged long after they arrive for ink. The staff consistently earns praise for their warmth and expertise.

About Dreadful Things

Dreadful Things is one of those El Paso spots that's a little bit of everything, and locals adore it for exactly that reason. Yes, it's a tattoo shop, but walk through the door and you'll find a space packed with curiosities, oddities, original art, crystals, jewelry, herbs, and all manner of unique finds. Ask anyone who's spent an afternoon in here and they'll tell you they meant to stop by for a minute and ended up staying half the morning.

On the tattoo side, this is the place in El Paso for black and grey work. Francella, the owner and the artist folks here call a master, has been putting ink on grateful customers for years, and people who've sat in her chair describe the whole thing as an experience rather than just an appointment. Regulars come back not only for her skill but for the person she is behind the machine.

The atmosphere is a real draw too. People rave about how welcoming the crew is, with names like Ashley, Celeste, and Francella herself coming up again and again for being warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely happy to take their time with you. The word around town is that the prices on the shop's merchandise are fair and the finds are worth the browse.

If you want a black and grey tattoo artist in El Paso with real artistry and a shop full of character to match, this one is easy to recommend.

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What Customers Say on Google

Artistry

The store first off is a masterpiece! I was there for a tattoo experience and it was the best experience I have had yet! Thank you so much to both Ashley for being a wonderful little gem and Francella for being a wonderful artist.

Staff

I have been a grateful customer of Dreadful Things for at least 10 years, and I am a lifetime customer. Francella, the owner and Master tattoo artist, is an amazing lady. The customer service is great.

Atmosphere

Gorgeous space with so many unique things to discover! The owner is absolutely lovely and helpful. Her art is amazing!!!

Source: Google Reviews

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Frequently Asked Questions About Dreadful Things

Dreadful Things is a black and grey tattoo studio combined with a curiosity shop full of oddities, original art, crystals, jewelry, and herbs. Locals often plan a quick stop and end up staying much longer browsing the collection. Francella, the owner, is the artist behind the black and grey tattoo work, and clients describe her as a master with a loyal following built over many years.

Francella, the owner of Dreadful Things, handles the tattoo work and specializes in black and grey. Clients who have gotten tattoos there describe her as a wonderful artist with genuine talent, and at least one longtime customer calls herself a lifetime client of Francella's after ten years of visits to the shop.

Yes. Beyond black and grey tattoo work, Dreadful Things operates as a curiosity shop stocked with original art, crystals, jewelry, herbs, and oddities, including witch and warlock themed items and specimens. Staff members like Ashley and Celeste are frequently mentioned for friendly, knowledgeable service on the retail side, making it a browsing destination as much as a tattoo stop.

Dreadful Things holds a strong reputation from 92 Google reviews, with most praising both the tattoo experience with Francella and the shop's unique inventory. A few mention prices on retail items running higher than expected elsewhere, but the tattoo work and staff interactions draw consistent praise, including from a customer loyal to the shop for over a decade.

Contact Details

Address
4001 Dyer St #4, El Paso, Texas, 79930

How Dreadful Things Compares

in El Paso

Rated 4.7 at the El Paso average of 4.7
This biz
4.7
Average
4.7

More reviews than 67% of tattoo shops in El Paso

Opening Hours

Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
12-6PM
Friday
12-6PM
Saturday
12-6PM
Sunday
12-6PM

Business Details

Service Options
Onsite services
Payment Methods
Credit cards, Debit cards

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