Old Town Tattoo
528 Orient St, San Angelo, Texas, 76903
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Why Choose Old Town Tattoo?
Old Town Tattoo has earned its reputation as San Angelo's most respected studio through Garrett's 18 years of expertise in neo-traditional, black and grey, and illustrative work. The private, appointment-based setup and consistently clean, welcoming environment make it an ideal choice whether you're getting your first tattoo or a cover-up.
About Old Town Tattoo
Old Town Tattoo has quietly become one of the most respected places to get inked in San Angelo, and ask anyone who's been through the door and the first name you'll hear is Garrett. He's the heart of this shop, and locals will tell you his black and grey, illustrative, and neo-traditional work is the real deal. People who sit down with him walk out with a piece that matches exactly what they had in their head, and plenty of first-timers say he's the reason they finally took the plunge. What sets the tone here is the setup.
This is a private, appointment-based studio rather than a crowded room, and folks appreciate that calm, one-on-one feel. That said, we've heard Garrett will still make time for a walk-in when he can, even for travelers passing through town for the night. Regulars mention how clean and thoughtfully decorated the space is, and how welcoming it feels the moment you walk in. There's also a Corgi around, which never hurts.
Garrett brings something like eighteen years of experience to the chair, and it shows in both his work and his easy way with nervous clients. He's patient, full of good stories, and known for helping people who aren't quite sure what they want land on the right idea. He also takes time to walk you through caring for fresh ink afterward. Morgan gets warm mentions too.
Worth knowing: this is a military-friendly shop, so Goodfellow folks tend to feel right at home. For a San Angelo tattoo artist people genuinely trust, this one earns the praise.
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What Customers Say on Google
“This was my first tattoo and he nailed exactly what I wanted. The shop is great and such a cool place.”
“The shop was well put together, clean and overall very welcoming. Garrett was fun and made the whole tattoo experience bearable.”
“Garrett is the real deal. 18 years of experience. He has all the resources and capabilities to help you find the right tattoo.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About Old Town Tattoo
Garrett Potts is the artist most people associate with Old Town Tattoo, with 18 years of experience noted in reviews. He works in neo-traditional, black and grey, and illustrative styles, and is consistently described as skilled at translating a customer's idea into a finished piece, including cover-up work.
Old Town Tattoo operates as a private, appointment-based studio rather than a walk-in shop with a crowded waiting room. Clients mention that even travelers passing through San Angelo who called about walk-ins were accommodated when possible, but booking ahead is the more reliable route.
The shop is best known for neo-traditional work, alongside black and grey and illustrative pieces. Garrett's neo-traditional tattoos come up repeatedly as the signature style, with clients praising his ability to match the finished tattoo to what the client originally envisioned.
Clients describe the studio as clean, well put together, and welcoming, with a comfortable, private setting rather than a busy open shop. As with any studio, ask to see current licensing and sterilization practices per Texas DSHS and the studio's own policy before booking.
Yes, multiple reviews come from first-timers who say Garrett made them feel comfortable and eased their nervousness throughout the session. The shop is also mentioned as military-friendly, with clients from nearby Goodfellow Air Force Base among those recommending it.
Contact Details
- Phone
- +1 325-227-4243
- Address
- 528 Orient St, San Angelo, Texas, 76903
How Old Town Tattoo Compares
in San Angelo
More reviews than 69% of tattoo shops in San Angelo
Business Details
- Service Options
- Onsite services
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