Fatty's Tattoos & Piercings Dupont Circle

I got two tattoos with @tattoosbymoises this year, one pre-COVID & post-COVID, the experience was superb and highly satisfied with the work done! Moises aligns with what you want, provides options/suggestions to possibly enhance the work, & genuinely cares about doing a good job! The team at Fattys do a great job by maintaining a safe and secure environment for new/existing clients. Thanks!

So.... After 10 years without a tattoo or a piercing.... Y'know... after becoming a boring old stuffy adult.... My boyfriend convinced me it was time to get that big, bold, and beautiful full back piece that I always wanted.

We came to see James in January and started talking about some ideas. A week later we were back looking at the designs he came up with, and they were so much more than what I envisioned. It's been 6 months since James started the work on my back, and my bf's is already finished, and I cannot say enough about how amazed I am about the work he's doing. He's added more and more to what we originally discussed making the tattoo a true work of art. I am constantly getting compliments and questions about where to go, and without any hesitation at all I recommend Fatty's. I've even taken to carrying around some business cards just for that purpose...

As an added bonus, getting back into tattooing reminded me how much I missed the whole tattoo/piercing scene, so I decided to talk to Hannah about getting a couple of new piercings... She's done 3 conch piercings (at once), and two 6g earlobe piercings for me so far, and I can honestly say they've been virtually painless. I don't know if it's her excellent bedside manner or just her technique, but I cannot say enough good things about her ability. I also really appreciate being able to call or e-mail if I have questions and getting a very thorough response.

In general, I just love this shop, the professionalism and talent of the staff combined has made for one of my best experiences in either tattooing or piercing. So if you're looking to get an excellent original piece or a shiny new piercing and are tired of the flash and "cooler than you attitude" you often find at the shops in DC, Faty's is the place for you.

I was super nervous to get my septum pierced because i had to go alone, but Michael was very friendly and answered all my questions. It was quick and painless and i absolutely love it!

Fatty's is a clean and well-organized shop and Michelle Massacre is a quality, very professional piercer. She's done my septum, and pierced my lobes at 8g. Always a great experience. Highly recommended.

I had gotten a tattoo at another location and while the tattoo was nice, as a first timer, I had a horrible experience and thought all tattoo artists were this rockstar wannabee. However I wanted to get another tattoo that reflected a very meaningful thing for me. I spoke with Marissa (sp?). Super cool. Answered all my questions over the phone and was extremely courteous. George so patiently helped me narrow down between two styles and the amazing Sabrina designed an amazing tattoo. I got a tat of my ribs and even as I wriggled and screamed from the pain, she was so patient and did a remarkable job.

Do not go anywhere else. Go to Fattys, ask for George or Sabrina on H street location. You won't regret it!

Had three piercings done with Valerie - she was amazing. I was a little curious about the shop going up the slightly creepy stairs, but once inside it was great. Would totally recommend.

Tattooist 'Matt Slime' caused permanent scarring on a very simple (over priced) tattoo. He was too heavy handed while tattooing and now the tat is raised and doesn't look good.

I got the botched tattoo back in October 2015.

I've since had work done by a more established shop that hires professional artists who are trained at working on all skin types. No issues.

Do you research and go somewhere where they know what they are doing.

Discovered an issue with a new-ish piercing while visiting from out of town. They saw me right away, fixed the problem quickly and easily. The people who work there are highly professional and the shop is clean and tidy.

Danni is the best! She pierced my ears and was very comforting, helpful and knowledgeable . She educated me on what's really all in most "surgical steel" jewelry and the dangers of putting it in your body . I won't go to anyone but her for my jewelry and piercing needs .

bad experience! my $ 100 was taken from James the artist he did not do my tattoo and took my deposit! I had an appointment and called the front desk rep and She let me know I was OK, but apparently not because fatty's shop would not give my money back! and said that if I have to reschedule I would have to pay another $100. James and the front desk REP made me feel very unconformable!!!!!!