Vato Loco Tattoo & Piercing

Experiencia fantástica: Love this place!! Have had work done by both Warlock & Grey. They are amazing artists that do quality work definitely recommend!

Experiencia fantástica: Always the best care and service, that's a guarantee

Experiencia fantástica: Gabby did my nose piercing, she was super professional, welcoming, sweet and nice. She explained the entire process and what she was going to do before she did it. I love my nose piercing!!

Experiencia fantástica: I got a belly button piercing by Gabby as a Christmas gift. She was super sweet, and placed it perfectly :)

Experiencia fantástica: Amazing service and so sweet kind ladies and GABBY SO PROFESSIONAL AND I LOVE THE WHY SHE EXPLAINED EVERYTHING PLUS GOING BACK ASAP TO HER

Experiencia fantástica: Yabel did an amazing job on my first tattoo, very informative on after care. Highly recommend

Experiencia fantástica: Yabel was the first person to give me my first tattoo he did amazing definitely recommend him!!!!!! Tattoo shop it self is amazing and friendly.

Experiencia fantástica: Gabby did my eyebrow piercing! She was super sweet and front desk were also very helpful! Very efficient and kind!

Experiencia negativa: I recently visited this shop to get my belly button pierced, and I want to start by saying that the staff was very sweet and welcoming. The piercer was kind throughout the process, and overall the environment felt comfortable and professional. When the placement was marked, I assumed it was correct since I’m not a piercer and trusted the judgment of someone with experience. In the beginning, everything seemed fine, but as time went on it began healing improperly. After showing my piercing to a few friends and then consulting another shop, I was informed that it had not been placed in the correct area and was sitting more on my stomach, making it a surface piercing. Unfortunately, this meant I had to remove it due to improper healing. I want to make it clear that this review isn’t meant to be negative or written with bad intentions. I’m sharing this simply to bring awareness, because proper placement and assessing someone’s anatomy is so important with piercings. Having to take it out, wait months to re-pierce it, pay again, and deal with scarring could hopefully be prevented for future clients with a little more care in placement. Other than this issue, the team was very kind, and I hope this feedback helps improve the experience for others moving forward.

Experiencia negativa: I spent about $100 on two piercings and three pieces of jewelry, and less than a week later one of the small diamond pieces broke off. I called to ask if they could replace it since it had only been a few days, and I assumed it might’ve been faulty. They refused to do anything about it. I would understand if more time had passed, but this was literally under a week. Pretty disappointing given the total spent less than a week ago.

Experiencia fantástica: LOVED IT HERE! Gabby did my hand and side-butt tattoo and she was seriously the best to work with. She made me feel comfortable the whole time, her energy was amazing, and the tattoo came out perfect. Tattoogrim was also hilarious had us dying of laughter the whole time which made the experience even better. 10/10 recommend this place — ask for Gabby!

Experiencia fantástica: Got my septum pierced a week ago, everyone was amazing and explained the entire process and aftercare to me well. Price was amazing compared to other places I’ve seen. I highly recommend this place!

Experiencia fantástica: I LOVE THIS PLACE SO MUCH!!! Gabby did my septum piercing and she was AMAZEBALLS I love how calm and relaxed this place is. I WOULD RECOMMEND TO EVERYONE. Gabby also helped me with other piecerings that were irritated and took them out for me (the piercings that were irritated were NOT done by her) She’s amazing I love gabby i love everything about this place THANK YOU SM ❤️

Experiencia fantástica: Grim has always been highly effective in integrating my ideas with his artistic insight, generating impressive artwork.

Experiencia fantástica: got my pierced here and the two girls that did it were amazing!! so sweet and kind. im sorry again i screamed in your guys face!.. love the new look. 10/10 reccomend

Experiencia fantástica: Amazing service. 10/10!! The ladies who helped with my piercings (Gabby and I believe Ari?) were fantastic. They were so personable and answered all my questions.

Experiencia fantástica: My first ever tattoo came out totally SICK !! I absolutely love it ^^ came wayy better than the picture i showed ! i would DEFINITELY recommend you if ur looking for authentic tattoos/tattoo artists THIS IS WHERE YOU NEED TO GO !!

Experiencia fantástica: 1st time going n enjoyed the vibes & environment!!! Marla thx for the piercings

Experiencia fantástica: They are the best I brought my daughter to get a piercing and they told me everything we needed before arriving and our artist took her time with her and we love it!

Experiencia fantástica: This is my go-to place. Everyone is so awesome! And the work is fenominal 10/10

Experiencia fantástica: I got my nose and navel pierced here and Arianna was very Helpful with explaining how I need to take care of the piercings. What I should use to clean it and what not to do. In addition everything was Sterilized. I went on a Tuesday, so for both of my piercings, it was ninety bucks.

Experiencia fantástica: The ladies were super nice and helpful! Will be going back for my nose piercing soon!!

Experiencia fantástica: Gabby was awesome !!! I will be back

Experiencia negativa: i went here behalf on their $20 piercing specials, and i got my septum pierced. the girl got told to do it ( cant remember name ) and she seemed hesitant. she spent at least 10 minutes looking for my sweet spot due to the fact i have a longer nose and my sweet spot is a weird area. i asked her if i had the right anatomy for the a septum and she said " yes, but even if u didn't id be able to pierce it. " and when she did piercing she couldn't get it through so she kept readjusting her placements and was applying so much pressure to the needle trying to get it to budge through. it hurt real bad and i was crying. went to another piercer a couple days later to find out she pierced my cartliage in my nose after telling me she didnt.

Experiencia fantástica: Big fan and was good to go in to meet the owner and the people that work there to , I like it n be coming back .

Experiencia fantástica: the most incredible shop with the sweetest ladies, marla made me feel super comfortable for my first piercing and i couldn't be happier with it. the entire shop is coverered in beautiful decorations and was super clean and had an awesome vibe. i can't wait to come back!!

Experiencia fantástica: Soyla did such an amazing job on my pieces. I’ll be referring everyone I know to her. Everyone at the shop was so nice and welcoming. Thank you so much!!

Experiencia fantástica: This was my first tattoo, and I could not be happier with it, the experience, the shop, or my tattoo artist. It's not that once you get one that you want more - it's all this above that makes me confident that I will get something I am happy with when I go back for another.

Experiencia fantástica: First time going here to get a tragus piercing. This shop is super clean and the staff is friendly and does great work! I will be back.

Experiencia fantástica: Got my high nostrils pierced and she did such a great job. She asked me if I was okay throughout the process, made me feel comfortable and the staff is absolutely helpful and lovely ❤️It's my second time coming here and I'll definitely be becoming a regular

Experiencia fantástica: I have gotten three tattoos there now each done by a different artist and they all did amazing!! Love the animal food drive they do annually and they always have great flash sales going on!! 10/10

Experiencia fantástica: gabby did my piercing she was so amazing explained the process and the nose stud I got!! 10/10 recommend and would come again for another piercing also has many good deals :)

Experiencia negativa: Do not go here take you're business to CHOSEN ONE or MANSFIELD TATTOS I've only gotten my jewelry here and decided to get my back dermals, Gabby was the one who pierced them and did an awful job with not only doing them super deep but placing was done wrong. Had to get them removed and was in pain for 2 hours because of how bad she pierced them.

Experiencia fantástica: Good place to get a tattoo the owner Javier is very welcoming and the girls are too! Warlock did my tattoo and he’s an amazing person to talk too! I will definitely be back and I will refer my friends to come here!

Experiencia fantástica: Went for a piercing. Friendly/family oriented peoplez. Love it. Will be back, for sure

Experiencia fantástica: love it!!! got my nipples. ari was so wonderful and careful!! i came with my friend was in there for abt 30 mins. quick and easy piercings!!!!!

Experiencia fantástica: gabby did my belly button piercing, i love itt she made sure i liked the placement before piercing!!

Experiencia negativa: They kinda suck… they didn’t want to do the piercing I wanted and I bought a few piercings from them as well, but the bottom of my belly piercing fell out in my sleep ??? I thought just the top of the piercing was supposed to unscrew now all I have is a rod in my stomach it looks stupid the piercing didn’t last a day on. My nipple piercing also fell out in my sleep but that one fell out completely!! I was staying at a friends house in another state and didn’t realize until I showered that night that I left so now I’m stuck with one nipple piercing and a rod in my bellybutton until I get home. Thanks a lot

Experiencia fantástica: Best place for Ink in DFW! Competitive prices , with the skills & knowledge to match!

Experiencia negativa: I went in on April 30th to get my belly button pierced. Gabby did my piercing and it wasn’t until after I left, that I realized how high it was placed above my belly button. I was told it had to be placed like that due to my anatomy (I have a chubbier stomach) and it would look “normal” when standing. I had a feeling that my piercing just didn’t look right when it was done. Even if I was laying down or sitting or standing, the jewelry was no where near my belly button. I read about other people’s experiences, and concluded that it was a surface piercing that was bound to reject. I took it out within 24 hours so I could let it heal, and get a piercing elsewhere that truly suits my anatomy and is pierced inside of my navel, like a floating navel piercing. There’s a sign in the studio saying “no refunds”, so it’s just unfortunate that I spent money on a piercing that was unsatisfactory. I wanted this piercing in the first place since my friend got her belly button piercing here. She’s a bit skinnier than me, and hers was executed well—it was placed inside of her navel and no problem at all. I had high expectations from her experience, and am disappointed with the outcome of mine.

Experiencia negativa: Went here a while ago with my friend to get her belly button pierced and got pierced by an apprentice without our knowledge until AFTER she was pierced. the piercing prices are extremely cheap which is suspicious in itself. after looking at the piercing method and tattoo work, you get what you pay for. the tattoo work I've seen has been really bad. shaky lines horrible shading and no healed pics. the piercing videos have no measuring or anything, its just pierce and go. it's good if you want something cheap and fast but its not at all my idea of "good" or quality work.

Experiencia fantástica: Always my go to spot when I’m itching to get some ink whether big OR small. Walk ins are ALWAYS welcome and they even offer 1/2 price piercing specials every Tuesday! Conveniently located on the outskirts of Downtown, Arlington :) Friendly faces, comfortable atmosphere and everyone is ALWAYS read to tat you up! Tat in photo done by Mr. Big Dawg

Experiencia negativa: Got my tongue pierced here 4 days ago by gabby couldn't tell at first but after the swelling went down a bit you can see its very crooked. The bar was sitting diagonally in my mouth + it was super long causing it to dig holes both into the roof of my mouth and the bottom making that pain worse than the swelling. Went to a different piercer to change to a shorter bar but the piercing was still crooked and still sat very uncomfortably in my mouth. Don't really recommend going to tattoo shops for piercings just go to a real piercer.

Experiencia fantástica: My Best Friend and I got matching tattoos by Arianna and she was clean a really great artist and very professional. We will definitely return for more work once I travel back to Texas .

Experiencia fantástica: This place has very chill and had nice vibes. I went to go get an industrial piercing for the first time and was nervous but the worker there (Marla) made the process go by very smoothly she was reassuring and throughly explained the healing process and aftercare :)

Experiencia negativa: I DO NOT recommend this business. I payed $125 and tipped 15% (before receiving the service) to get my second and third holes on my earlobes done. The girl who pierced me was clueless and rushed through the process. Two days later one of the earrings fell out while I was sleeping. I drove 35 minutes to go back and ask for them to put a new one in for me. It could have been so simple but they caught a huge attitude with me and was demanding that I pay $5 for the new jewelry. After just spending $145 two days prior. I insisted that I wouldn't pay and was asking them why they were being so rude to me. The owner shewed me away and told the piercer to give me a new ring but that I'd have to put it in myself and told me to leave. They gave me the wrong sized ring and I had to do it myself. The only way I could get it in my ear was to put it in backwards. Now my ear is swollen and bleeding with the wrong sized ring in. This place doesnt deserve your money.

Experiencia fantástica: This is the first studio set up I’ve seen like this. It’s such an incredible concept and creates a supportive environment for great artists. I had a great experience getting my lobes pierced and would absolutely return for other body piercings. Check out their affordable Tuesday specials!

Experiencia fantástica: Thank you for my beautiful piercing the girl who didn't my piercing she didn't a pretty good that for not make me so nervous with it really didn't hurt at all thank you so much I will make sure I come back again

Experiencia fantástica: My one year of living in Texas let me tell you this is the best tattoo shop I’ve ever been to! If you want to get a tattoo or piercing done I highly recommend this place!

Experiencia fantástica: Went on Tuesday for a couple of piercings, and Marla is amazing. She is very professional and informative!

Experiencia fantástica: Everyone was so nice and welcoming. I came in for my first tattoo. Great experience, reasonable prices, sanitary, and professional. I had Warlock as my artist he's such a cool guy makes you feel right at home. Would definitely come back in the future and would recommend to others if they want tattoos or piercings.

Experiencia fantástica: Definitely a TO GO Place we went in for piercings and Gaby is a pro Definitely explained everything in detail for my 17 year old the set up at the shop amazing REMEMBER NO CHILDREN people Definitely going back to get tattoos and remember add them on snap chat

Experiencia fantástica: Soyla is awesome, I have received 4 tattoos from her and each experience is great.

Experiencia fantástica: Good place for a late night quick tattoo prices are a bit high but in reality is a price u pay for them staying open so late

Experiencia fantástica: Really friendly, I’m a bit scared of needles (why would I get a tattoo right? ?) but they made me feel really comfortable. Definitely would recommend!

Experiencia fantástica: I have been a frequent customer at the Vato Loco Tattoo Studio for quite sometime now, and despite everything that’s going on others who still work there shouldn’t be receiving hate! They are all wonderful people and very welcoming, always very attentive when it comes to questions about a piece or a piercing! So please if you are ever wondering where to get your next tattoo or piercing I wholeheartedly trust each worker that resides there.

Experiencia fantástica: The artists are super respectful. Never have doubted how talented and easy going they all are! The 10+ hours in my tattoos and my piercings have all come out so nicely healed!! If you know what Vatos Locos stand for, this shop and artists are definitely it!!

Experiencia fantástica: I absolutely love this shop. Soyla is the best and I can't wait for my next tattoo!!!!

Experiencia fantástica: This is my go to shop! They are a down to earth group of artists and piercers. Soyla has done several of my tattoos and has the most gentle touch around! Marla has pierced me and made me very comfortable throughout the whole process. It is a great atmosphere and they treat you like family! Love this shop!!

Experiencia fantástica: Very friendly and clean shop with positive vibes all around. So glad I went for spare of the moment piercings!!!...Marla is the best piercer hands down!!! She explained the process step by step, wish I could give 10 's I would!!!!

Experiencia fantástica: I came for the Pride tattoo and stayed for the amazing work and chill atmosphere. Soyla is personable and bubbly and her work is immaculate. I started following her on social media @soyla81 and making appointments for even more tattoos. She even has Birthday Bangers! It’s a small free piece from her flash for f r e e ! Clean shop! 10/10 would recommend for all your art/ piercing needs. (Birthday avocado ftw)

Experiencia fantástica: Came in for a piercing and Gabby was super friendly and quick.

Experiencia fantástica: Love this shop!! They do the most amazing beautiful tattoos.

Experiencia fantástica: I went in for a nose piercing based on a recommendation and everything went amazingly well. Everyone was very friendly. The shop was clean and looked great inside. I have since recommended a few of my friends now go there for their piercings as well. Great job!!

Experiencia fantástica: Everyone was so welcoming. Maria was so sweet. She talked me through my piercing and was so quick. Will be back.

Experiencia fantástica: My husband got his tattoos done here… The guys are very professional!

Experiencia fantástica: After messaging at least 6 places, I finally went with Vato Loco because they had the best prices on piercings. The vibe of the place is really cool; like an LA Mexican vibe, and Gabby was my piercer (SUPER nice young lady). The whole process probably took less than five minutes, and I'll most definitely be visiting again soon.

Experiencia fantástica: About a month ago I went to get my nose pierced by Marla, she did such a great job walking me through the process and very informative, very sweet and great customer service definitely will be going back to her!!

Experiencia fantástica: Loved it!! Bada$$ tattoos!! Great artists!! Wonderful vibes

Experiencia fantástica: Really love my tattoos. Amazing artists ❤️

Experiencia fantástica: Great work, decent prices, clean and sanitary, and very friendly! My tattoo artist had a light hand and a creative approach to make the tattoo mine, I love it! Thank you!

Experiencia fantástica: I went in with a friend who was getting a tattoo. I was so impressed with the work her artist did, I had to get an appointment for myself. I had Soyla cover up a couple tattoos on my forearm. I am over the moon with the results! She is AMAZING. Everyone at Vato Loco is friendly & the shop vibe is on point! I've found my new spot.

Experiencia fantástica: Marla is the best! She's thorough, friendly, & quick. For all your piercing needs see Marla, she'll take care of you I've also gotten tatted by Yana, was everything I asked for.

Experiencia fantástica: Soyla is a delight, can’t wait to be tattooed by her again!

Experiencia fantástica: Marla was simply amazing...went for my nose piercing and she is very knowledgeable about piercing and the after care routines...I will definitely be back ☺️

Experiencia fantástica: Very clean and efficient. Great job on mine and my daughter's tattoo!!! Thank You

Experiencia fantástica: My favorite place to be! Absolutely wonderful artists and family here, I love all my work and the understanding and patience they give to get your tattoo done right. Highly recommend.

Experiencia fantástica: Dani did an excellent job, I love the laid back vibe of the shop too.

Experiencia fantástica: Loved it here! Marla did my ear piercings she was so sweet and very informative. She was just very loving made the experience absolutely wonderful. Definitely will come back!

Experiencia fantástica: Very clean and professional establishment! Wish all the best for apprentice artist Dani M.

Experiencia negativa: Tattoo was from Warlock.They said he was the best of the best and not even a year and my tattoo looks like this.SMH.Now I have this botched tattoo.I have to go spend more money to fix it up.By far my worst tattoo.I won’t be coming again.

Experiencia fantástica: Warlock has tattooed me several times.supercool place I was just a walk in now I'm a repeat customer.these tattoos are from two separate times I've been up there.

Experiencia fantástica: 10 out of 10 would recommend! SOYLA IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! she 110% delivered on what I want plus some, will be back for many many more beautiful tattoos!

Experiencia fantástica: She did my daughter's nose piercing and made the experience very comfortable and fast. The prices are great and the shop is cute and clean.

Experiencia fantástica: Nice folks, great shop. Ms. Soyla is the best.

Experiencia fantástica: My daughter and I were in town for just a few days and came here on the first day. They squeezed us right in and Yana gave us both super cute tattoos. We liked them enough that we came back two days later. Joseph gave me another awesome tattoo! I didn’t catch the guys name that did my daughters sweet leg tattoo. We’ll be back next time we’re down from Oklahoma:)

Experiencia fantástica: Love them! The staff is very cool and helpful. The artist, are relatable and do not rush to get the work done, they take their time and make sure you are happy with the design and go a bit out their way to make sure you are comfortable.

Experiencia fantástica: Got a couple of tattoos here, first time getting ink here & I loved how they came out. The artist Joseph was cool, nice & very professional. I will be definitely coming back to get more work done with him, Thanks again Joseph!!

Experiencia positiva: Wife and I came to get our 6 year anniversary tattoos. First ones together. Long live 06-10-15 one of the best dayz of my live.

Experiencia fantástica: Ive been coming here for quite some time for different tattoos and piercings and their customer service has always been great and the pricing isn't too much either and they always make sure that you know your aftercare this place is definitely a1

Experiencia fantástica: The owner has done an incredible job with this place. The artists are amazing, and the cost is great! Overall awesome place. Can’t beat the vibe

Experiencia fantástica: It was BOSS. Rabbit did a PHENOMENAL job.

Experiencia fantástica: Booked an appointment with Aiyana I love how my tattoo turned out she’s the best !!! I will for sure book my next tattoo with her again ! ❤️

Experiencia fantástica: Yall go get your tattoos with Joseph, he always knows what he’s doing. Very professional and respectful

Experiencia fantástica: yall check out Joseph from Vato Loco. he does great work, hes chill and he keeps the pain minimal. all my friends go to him and love the work he does, definitely getting more work done with him in the future

Experiencia fantástica: Aiyana was great. Great conversations and very little pain. I fell asleep during my tattoo and when I woke up, it came out great.

Experiencia fantástica: Best tattoo place the environment alway on point talent talent

Experiencia fantástica: Doe Boy Did An Amazing Job With My Tattoos! He Took His Time With Them, The Vibe Was Very Calming And Chill. He Took Care Of Me And I Would Most Definitely Be Going Back!... A Big Thank You To Doe Boy!!

Experiencia fantástica: Shout out to Joseph.love my tattoos see u next time im n Texas!!

Experiencia fantástica: Doe Boy did an amazing job with my tattoo! He took his time with it, the vibe was very calming and chill. He took care of me and I would most definitely be going back.