Union Ave Tattoo Company
Review of Union Ave Tattoo Company
Union Ave Tattoo Company: A Place for Military and Civilians Alike
Union Ave Tattoo Company is a tattoo shop located in Lakewood, Washington. The shop specializes in body arts and has a primary category of tattoo shop. The shop is open seven days a week, but the hours are not available.
The shop has received mixed reviews from customers. Some customers have had a great experience and have praised the shop for its professionalism, cleanliness, and talented artists. One customer said, "Steve did an amazing job on taking my ideas and turning them into reality, highly recommend, friendly and proficient at what they do. Will definitely be going back for more." Another customer praised the shop for being military and veteran-friendly, "They are extremely military/vet friendly the apprentice that did mine is actually a vet so it was nice being able to have military conversations while it was being done."
However, some customers have had negative experiences with the shop. One customer complained about the high prices, "I came here for my first big piece so I was naive about prices. I was charged $400 and the tattoo was 1/3 of the size it was supposed to be. Don't rip off beginners because those are the people who will keep coming back for more. Do better." Another customer complained about the rude behavior of the owner, "Be prepared to wait over an hour as a walk-in. The owner was extremely rude. Calling me a liar. Baby, I have receipts. Overpriced. Never again."
Overall, Union Ave Tattoo Company is a place for military and civilians alike. The shop has talented artists who can turn customers' ideas into reality. However, customers should be aware of the high prices and the possibility of rude behavior from the owner.
From the business
"Closest Tattoo shop to JBLM, Ft. Lewis with artists experienced in American Traditional, Black and Grey, and Japanese. We take walk ins. Get what you get tattoos and flash are always available."
Amenities
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- In-store shopping
Mike Camacho
Hands down one of the best shops I've been to. Owner and apprentice's are very professional. Would highly recommend to anyone in the area.
sexy girl
HORRIBLE experience, will never go here again!!! As you can see even in their reviews how they talk to some of their customers is disgusting and disappointing. Just read through the reviews like I did!! Look at their responses to customers that have had a bad experience, they are not in the SLIGHTEST BIT PROFESSIONAL and they clearly have no training in customer service. Horrible business. And even in one comment I SAW THEY TOOK SOME GUYS DEPOSIT AND THEN IGNORED HIM. That’s ridiculous!!
A W
I went and got a very simple tattoo but Brett and Matt made the short time very fun, and the tattoo turned out amazing! They were very fun to talk to and made the time very well worth it! This is only my second tattoo but I will definitely be coming here for more!
Iah Daniel
Wanted to get alittle bit of my previous tattoo touched up on my four arm and was charge me 600 dollars told
Them no an wanted my deposit back and he walked away from me without saying anything stood there for another hour an got ignored. Would not recommend, for new soldiers or civilians.
Lauren
I got my first tatt here yesterday, so I was google-mapping some places and this one was the first to pop up. I saw the traditional pics and was like "hell yeah, I'm picking this one." And it's so close to my place, so extra bonus.
I got a traditional clown and some autograph tattoos which came out so AWESOME I keep staring at them!! I'm like, "Hell yeah, that's on me." It was a great experience. The place was decorated so amazing, the people were really cool, professional and funny with their conversations. It made my first time really relaxing and less nerve wracking.
I REALLY liked how they gave me ideas on where to place my designs, because honestly, I was gonna place them in less-than-ideal zones. So I appreciated the expertise and insight.
I can't wait to get more done when I get back!
Tristan Sullivan
Got a Tattoo here with a friend. I could not have asked for a better experience, the service was of a high caliber and the work done was nothing short of immaculate. There’s not a single doubt in my mind that I will be coming back here to get more work done. The atmosphere was also the best I’ve experienced, very outgoing, friendly and fun loving. Thanks guys for the extraordinary tattoo!!!
Chantina Powers
Just went and got inked at union ave tattoo shop! I couldn’t be more happy, I am starting on my sleeves so I wanted something that was going to be amazing. Steve tattooed my husband years ago and did an awesome job, so naturally we went back since were now stationed here, when walking into the shop it was clean and a great atmosphere! Everyone was professional and super nice. Steve was very efficient and took a basic tattoo that I showed him and really put his originality to it and it came out so good. I recommend them to anyone who is looking for originality and quality. Definitely will be going back for more!
Samantha Roberts
My husband and I wanted to get some tattoos extremely last minute. We each just wanted something small and they were able to get both of us in and out within an hour and both of our tattoos look phenomenal! We will definitely be back.
Austin Troxler
Set up an appointment over the phone with Steve and he was very easy to work with. Got to my appointment and Brett did an amazing job taking care of me. Got a simple outline of my home state. Brett did an amazing job, very clean and friendly environment. I will be going back to get more work done!
Sideswipe de Clercq
I absolutely love how my tattoo turned out! I got the initial lining of my family crest done and the lining is clean and well done and didn't hurt too bad, only hurting when the needle was on the more sensitive skin. I can't wait for the next session when I'll be getting it colored!
The people there are great and fun to talk to and know their passion well. The place is full of cool nicknacks and amazing art and is very unique. I definitely recommend coming here, especially if you're looking somewhere for your first tattoo!