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Review of Dark Heart Tattoo

Dark Heart Tattoo is a popular tattoo shop located in Crystal Lake, Illinois. The shop offers a wide range of tattoo services, including custom designs, cover-ups, and piercings. The shop is known for its friendly and professional staff, who are always willing to help clients with their tattoo needs.

The shop has a great atmosphere, with a welcoming and unique style. The staff is very attentive and always makes sure that clients are comfortable during their tattoo sessions. The shop is also very clean and well-maintained, which is important for anyone getting a tattoo or piercing.

The shop has received many positive reviews from customers who have had tattoos and piercings done there. Customers have praised the shop for its talented artists, who are known for their precise lines and stunning art. Many customers have also mentioned the shop's great selection of jewelry and body decorations.

One of the standout features of Dark Heart Tattoo is its piercer, TJ Kruger. TJ is known for his professionalism and expertise in the piercing field. He takes great pride in his work and always makes sure that his clients are happy with their piercings. Many customers have praised TJ for his quick and easy piercings, as well as his thorough information on follow-up care.

Overall, Dark Heart Tattoo is a great choice for anyone looking for a high-quality tattoo or piercing. The shop's talented artists, friendly staff, and great atmosphere make it a top destination for anyone in the Crystal Lake area.

Amenities

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • In-store shopping

Dark Heart Tattoo Reviews - 99

4.9
Quality
5.0
Location
5.0
Price
4.0
Service
4.5
Eric Schneider

This shop was referred to me by a coworker from 5 years ago. I started my own sleeve with the owner, Joe, back in 2019. He worked with me to make my vision come true. We completed my sleeve over the course of two years, and about 4 sessions about 4-6 hours in length. The artists all specialize in different styles. The shop is clean, and their logo is dope. Highly recommend to anyone in Lake/McHenry county- and they’ve got a shop in Chicago now. Check em out.

Krista

TJ was awesome! Made sure everything was sterilized, talked me through the whole process, & was quick! Super friendly & funny too. I could tell he was experienced because it barely hurt! Would recommend him for piercings!

Zach Gile (ZachnZip)

TJ is fantastic! I got my septum pierced by him a few weeks ago and the whole experience was wonderful. He is very friendly, made sure to explain each step as he went, and made sure that I was comfortable the whole time. Won’t be going to anyone else for future piercings!

Stephanie Santiago

We went to get Mother-daughter tattoos with Chelsea. She was wonderful, friendly and patient! we love our matching tattoos!

Alexis Cano

I had 2 four hour long sessions with Joe and have never had a better experience getting tattoed! The staff was all very friendly and so helpful. Joe himself was so awesome; he made me laugh a lot which was a nice changeup from my usual casual conversation I've had at other tattoo shops. He made sure I was comfortable and frequently asked how I was doing and if I needed a break. The tattoo Joe gave me was so brilliantly done! My sister and I both have gotten work done here and will surely be returning!

Emily O'Sullivan

After traveling back and forth to my usual spot in the city after moving to the burbs… I took a chance on Dark Heart and wish I had done it much sooner. I’ve been to multiple artists and have had nothing less than amazing experiences. & now they offer piercings, it’s perfect.

Alicia Komes

Had the best experience at Dark Heart! Felt that I was in good hands & respected. Very talented artists who make you feel comfortable & at home. Will be going back to see Dani for more ink

Alina Tolleson

We love this shop! Best artists and tattoo work done in the area. Your work of art (ie, your body) is not complete without a tattoo from Dark Heart. Friendly, professional, clean, everything you’d want from a tattoo shop. They also have the best merch to rock when the tattoos are hidden.

William “Dr. Stew” McConnell

I went in just shopping for an artist to do some Celtic designs. I found the shop very welcoming, clean, and had a positive vibe. After I talked about what I was looking for, I was introduced to Kyle Gibbs. I explained what I was looking for in an artist to create tattoos from my ideas. When I showed him a tattoo design based on my Irish Name written in Ogham (Celtic) he wanted to do it right then. We talked all during the tattoo session. He was great. The line work is spot one. I am very impressed with his work. He will be the artist to do the remainder of my Celtic designs.

Christian DeCicco

I have a theory that the only reason my wife thinks I’m attractive is because of the sleeve I got from here. Thanks DH🖤

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Dark Heart Tattoo Hours

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