23 Reviews

The Red Koi Tattoo's

Barrie, Ontario
General Info
Located in the 'Roosters Plaza', corner of Grove and Johnson. Busfrom terminal are RVH and Blake every 15 mins during regular service.
Reviews
Jennifer Bernardo
15 Jul 2018
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Best place in Ontario. Amazing attention to detail and unbelievable work
Jessica Rutherford
4 Jul 2018
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I have voting all my percing her and the workers are so nice and good prices for what you get you should go here to get whatever done
Amanda Campbell
31 Mar 2018
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Kyle pierced my daughter's nose and he was VERY friendly, funny, and I can't wait to get inked there.
Xylia Schilling
12 Mar 2018
REPORT
I have 13 piercings; I've gotten the majority of them at Red koi. I've NEVER HAD ANY ISSUES with any of my piercings done by them. The atmosphere in Red Koi is laid back yet still quite professional. ... Read More
I have 13 piercings; I've gotten the majority of them at Red koi. I've NEVER HAD ANY ISSUES with any of my piercings done by them. The atmosphere in Red Koi is laid back yet still quite professional. The employees are very friendly, which makes them easy to approach--especially if you've got any questions! Read Less
emil6611 emil6611
10 Feb 2018
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I went in to get my septum pierced. Jay attempted to do this piercing and pierced me completely wrong, where I had to sit there for at least 10 minutes in extreme amounts of pain with him trying to ge... Read More
I went in to get my septum pierced. Jay attempted to do this piercing and pierced me completely wrong, where I had to sit there for at least 10 minutes in extreme amounts of pain with him trying to get the needle through my nose, but he couldn’t get it through, because he did it WRONG. Thank god another piercer there was Morgan, who had to REPIERCE me again, but did it perfect this time. I came home to a hole so far down in my nose, it’s unbelievable that he thought he was doing that correctly, and that he’s a certified piercer. Jay does excellent tattoos but do not get him to pierce, go to Morgan. Will not be recommending Red Koi for piercings. Read Less
Andrew Attenborough
4 Feb 2018
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I have gotten many tattoos done by both Morgan and Paige. Jay has tattooed my friends. All of the artists are very friendly and it is a very welcoming place. I have even sat there and played my own mu... Read More
I have gotten many tattoos done by both Morgan and Paige. Jay has tattooed my friends. All of the artists are very friendly and it is a very welcoming place. I have even sat there and played my own music in the shop while waiting for my stuff to be drawn up. Paige especially is very good. Her work is amazing, very dark and clear. Both Morgan and Paige did a great job on all their pieces and were considerate to me while doing so. I would be, and plan to be back to have both these artists tattooing me (Morgan did a spacey design on me especially well). My friends tattoos he got done by Jay are also very well done and detailed, and he seemed to be happy with the service. My only complaint is in pricing. The pricing is not always done hourly. One time I was over charged for a tattoo because it was "traditional" which just isn't a thing. With the amount of tattoos I've gotten here I can't say I care too much about being over charged slightly a few times. But as a returning customer it is uneasy knowing what your tattoo might cost. I've gotten tattooed here more than ten times. Go here. It's good. Read Less
Trap Andy
4 Feb 2018
REPORT
I have gotten many tattoos done by both Morgan and Paige. Jay has tattooed my friends. All of the artists are very friendly and it is a very welcoming place. I have even sat there and played my own mu... Read More
I have gotten many tattoos done by both Morgan and Paige. Jay has tattooed my friends. All of the artists are very friendly and it is a very welcoming place. I have even sat there and played my own music in the shop while waiting for my stuff to be drawn up. Paige especially is very good. Her work is amazing, very dark and clear. Both Morgan and Paige did a great job on all their pieces and were considerate to me while doing so. I would be, and plan to be back to have both these artists tattooing me (Morgan did a spacey design on me especially well). My friends tattoos he got done by Jay are also very well done and detailed, and he seemed to be happy with the service. My only complaint is in pricing. The pricing is not always done hourly. One time I was over charged for a tattoo because it was "traditional" which just isn't a thing. With the amount of tattoos I've gotten here I can't say I care too much about being over charged slightly a few times. But as a returning customer it is uneasy knowing what your tattoo might cost. I've gotten tattooed here more than ten times. Go here. It's good. Read Less
Heather Croft
28 Dec 2017
REPORT
I went into the Red Koi for my first tattoo, brought in drawings and Morgan traced my shoulder for size and design. A month later I called to find out status of design and was advised that he is stil... Read More
I went into the Red Koi for my first tattoo, brought in drawings and Morgan traced my shoulder for size and design. A month later I called to find out status of design and was advised that he is still drawing it but would finish it that evening and call me the next day. I have called and left 3 messages since over the span of 1.5 months and no one has called me back. Although I like their drawings, their lack of integrity and work ethic is what will make me not go to this shop. Too bad. Read Less
Brent Wilson
17 Jul 2017
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Great place very clean and knowledgable great people
Jay Marie
26 Jun 2017
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The apprentice Zach Burford "threw out" my own artwork I had brought in for him to stencil for our next session when he was doing my dagger tattoo. He threw it out. In the garbage.
Charlotte Marchildon
13 Jun 2017
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I've had two small tattoos done by Morgan, which I had no problem with. I had my top belly button done well by Star and she did my bottom belly button on a later date. When my friend and I went in, th... Read More
I've had two small tattoos done by Morgan, which I had no problem with. I had my top belly button done well by Star and she did my bottom belly button on a later date. When my friend and I went in, the entire shop smelt like marijuana. It is obvious these people smoke on their break and come back to tattoo and pierce people. I understand some people are able to function normally when they are high, but clearly Star can not. She pierced my belly button incredibly slanted. They also do not verify their customer's ages and will pierce and tattoo people under the age requirement. Not only am I unimpressed with my experience, but after reading the owner's replies to negative reviews I will certainly not be coming back. Having a "holier-than-thou" attitude, poor grammar and terrible service will not bring in more customers. Read Less
Sheri Burnett
31 May 2017
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Paige is amazing! Great atmosphere & very happy with my tattoo. Planning on getting a cover up very soon
Lori-Lynn McCreery
21 May 2017
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I have gotten a few piercings here, and always had a good experience and was happy with the piercings, but my latest piercing has caused me hell. I got my nipple pierced and its not even, the jewlery ... Read More
I have gotten a few piercings here, and always had a good experience and was happy with the piercings, but my latest piercing has caused me hell. I got my nipple pierced and its not even, the jewlery was too small that it caused indents and didnt allow for an easy cleaning process. I went to a different piercer to have them put in a longer bar and it took the girl 10-15 minutes to un-screw the balls even while using needle nose pliers. Apparently the balls weren't screwed on ...properly. Had this piercing done in November and still to this day it bleeds, and has crusty's that are painful to get rid of. I have always had great experiences and felt welcomed but even this time I felt like I was a burden and the piercer didnt come off across as confident in doing the piercing. I almost left instead of having it done, but thought maybe she was just having a rough day. See More Read Less
Chazz Langhorst
7 May 2017
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Called me an hour before my appointment to cancel, was already on my way there. Very unprofessional will never do business with them again.
Atticus Klassen
23 Apr 2017
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Great place. All of the artists are very relaxed. Love the work I've had and seen done.
Patricia Leslie
2 Apr 2017
REPORT
Nice place and for exactly what I wanted at a great price! One happy lady!
Andrew Choi
4 Mar 2017
REPORT
Love them.. great experience everytime I'm there.. Jay the owner is a Stud....
Kristen Mathews
18 Feb 2017
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My experience at this tattoo shop was awful. Extremely unprofessional.The work that was apparently garenteed was not .The so called artist that was working on me, left or got fired or whatever. So whe... Read More
My experience at this tattoo shop was awful. Extremely unprofessional.The work that was apparently garenteed was not .The so called artist that was working on me, left or got fired or whatever. So when I went in to get some more work done on the tattoo that I paid 400 dollers for. They basically told me I was out of luck because they weren't honouring his work. Now I am left with a huge mess a huge permanent mess on my forarm. That not only embarrasses me but my children. When it's hot as hell in summer it sucks wearing long sleeves i am 43 and this is not my first tattoo. I had better service from some drunk guy at a party when I was 20. If your company is willing to try and fix this i am willing to listen. I'm an easy going person and I am extremely reasonable. Read Less
Michelle Savoie
30 Jan 2017
REPORT
Always a great experience. Friendly down to earth people that do great work. Would and do recommend to friends and strangers.πŸ–’πŸ–’πŸ–’πŸ–’πŸ–’
Gabrielle Belisle
4 Jan 2017
REPORT
I have had many tattoos done by Paige. All I have to say is - outstanding job!
RiseAtNight Productions
21 Oct 2016
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I love the red Koi. I have gotten 2 tattoos here and plan on many more. Paige does a fantastic job, for a reasonable price. All the staff are very friendly and it has a nice welcoming feeling on the ... Read More
I love the red Koi. I have gotten 2 tattoos here and plan on many more. Paige does a fantastic job, for a reasonable price. All the staff are very friendly and it has a nice welcoming feeling on the inside. I've never felt rushed or like i was not in control of my own tattoo. Thank you guys so much!!!! Read Less
amanda koenig
30 Sep 2016
REPORT
Great place always welcoming good vibes clean place and as a tattoo artist my self i choose to guest spot there 2-3 times a year the staff are all friendly and u always feel comfortable:)
Lauren Harrington-Kinghan
21 Feb 2016
REPORT
Morgan is very friendly and willing to do the tattoos we wanted. I had been there a few months ago with my friend and we both got a great tattoo and my friend had a piercing. The second time, I took... Read More
Morgan is very friendly and willing to do the tattoos we wanted. I had been there a few months ago with my friend and we both got a great tattoo and my friend had a piercing. The second time, I took my daughter to have one of her tats fixed (that was done at another place) and we both got new tats.Read Less
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477 Grove Street East
Barrie Ontario L4M 5W3
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The Red Koi Tattoo's

Barrie, Ontario
(23)
477 Grove Street East
Barrie Ontario L4M 5W3
Located in the 'Roosters Plaza', corner of Grove and Johnson. Busfrom terminal are RVH and Blake every 15 mins during regular service.
Monday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Tuesday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Wednesday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Thursday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Friday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Saturday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Sunday
12:00PM-16:00PM
Jennifer Bernardo
15 Jul 2018
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Best place in Ontario. Amazing attention to detail and unbelievable work
Jessica Rutherford
4 Jul 2018
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I have voting all my percing her and the workers are so nice and good prices for what you get you should go here to get whatever done
Amanda Campbell
31 Mar 2018
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Kyle pierced my daughter's nose and he was VERY friendly, funny, and I can't wait to get inked there.
Xylia Schilling
12 Mar 2018
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I have 13 piercings; I've gotten the majority of them at Red koi. I've NEVER HAD ANY ISSUES with any of my piercings done by them. The atmosphere in Red Koi is laid back yet still quite professional. ... Read More
I have 13 piercings; I've gotten the majority of them at Red koi. I've NEVER HAD ANY ISSUES with any of my piercings done by them. The atmosphere in Red Koi is laid back yet still quite professional. The employees are very friendly, which makes them easy to approach--especially if you've got any questions! Read Less
emil6611 emil6611
10 Feb 2018
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I went in to get my septum pierced. Jay attempted to do this piercing and pierced me completely wrong, where I had to sit there for at least 10 minutes in extreme amounts of pain with him trying to ge... Read More
I went in to get my septum pierced. Jay attempted to do this piercing and pierced me completely wrong, where I had to sit there for at least 10 minutes in extreme amounts of pain with him trying to get the needle through my nose, but he couldn’t get it through, because he did it WRONG. Thank god another piercer there was Morgan, who had to REPIERCE me again, but did it perfect this time. I came home to a hole so far down in my nose, it’s unbelievable that he thought he was doing that correctly, and that he’s a certified piercer. Jay does excellent tattoos but do not get him to pierce, go to Morgan. Will not be recommending Red Koi for piercings. Read Less
Andrew Attenborough
4 Feb 2018
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I have gotten many tattoos done by both Morgan and Paige. Jay has tattooed my friends. All of the artists are very friendly and it is a very welcoming place. I have even sat there and played my own mu... Read More
I have gotten many tattoos done by both Morgan and Paige. Jay has tattooed my friends. All of the artists are very friendly and it is a very welcoming place. I have even sat there and played my own music in the shop while waiting for my stuff to be drawn up. Paige especially is very good. Her work is amazing, very dark and clear. Both Morgan and Paige did a great job on all their pieces and were considerate to me while doing so. I would be, and plan to be back to have both these artists tattooing me (Morgan did a spacey design on me especially well). My friends tattoos he got done by Jay are also very well done and detailed, and he seemed to be happy with the service. My only complaint is in pricing. The pricing is not always done hourly. One time I was over charged for a tattoo because it was "traditional" which just isn't a thing. With the amount of tattoos I've gotten here I can't say I care too much about being over charged slightly a few times. But as a returning customer it is uneasy knowing what your tattoo might cost. I've gotten tattooed here more than ten times. Go here. It's good. Read Less
Trap Andy
4 Feb 2018
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REPORT
I have gotten many tattoos done by both Morgan and Paige. Jay has tattooed my friends. All of the artists are very friendly and it is a very welcoming place. I have even sat there and played my own mu... Read More
I have gotten many tattoos done by both Morgan and Paige. Jay has tattooed my friends. All of the artists are very friendly and it is a very welcoming place. I have even sat there and played my own music in the shop while waiting for my stuff to be drawn up. Paige especially is very good. Her work is amazing, very dark and clear. Both Morgan and Paige did a great job on all their pieces and were considerate to me while doing so. I would be, and plan to be back to have both these artists tattooing me (Morgan did a spacey design on me especially well). My friends tattoos he got done by Jay are also very well done and detailed, and he seemed to be happy with the service. My only complaint is in pricing. The pricing is not always done hourly. One time I was over charged for a tattoo because it was "traditional" which just isn't a thing. With the amount of tattoos I've gotten here I can't say I care too much about being over charged slightly a few times. But as a returning customer it is uneasy knowing what your tattoo might cost. I've gotten tattooed here more than ten times. Go here. It's good. Read Less
Heather Croft
28 Dec 2017
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REPORT
I went into the Red Koi for my first tattoo, brought in drawings and Morgan traced my shoulder for size and design. A month later I called to find out status of design and was advised that he is stil... Read More
I went into the Red Koi for my first tattoo, brought in drawings and Morgan traced my shoulder for size and design. A month later I called to find out status of design and was advised that he is still drawing it but would finish it that evening and call me the next day. I have called and left 3 messages since over the span of 1.5 months and no one has called me back. Although I like their drawings, their lack of integrity and work ethic is what will make me not go to this shop. Too bad. Read Less
Brent Wilson
17 Jul 2017
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Great place very clean and knowledgable great people
Jay Marie
26 Jun 2017
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The apprentice Zach Burford "threw out" my own artwork I had brought in for him to stencil for our next session when he was doing my dagger tattoo. He threw it out. In the garbage.
Charlotte Marchildon
13 Jun 2017
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I've had two small tattoos done by Morgan, which I had no problem with. I had my top belly button done well by Star and she did my bottom belly button on a later date. When my friend and I went in, th... Read More
I've had two small tattoos done by Morgan, which I had no problem with. I had my top belly button done well by Star and she did my bottom belly button on a later date. When my friend and I went in, the entire shop smelt like marijuana. It is obvious these people smoke on their break and come back to tattoo and pierce people. I understand some people are able to function normally when they are high, but clearly Star can not. She pierced my belly button incredibly slanted. They also do not verify their customer's ages and will pierce and tattoo people under the age requirement. Not only am I unimpressed with my experience, but after reading the owner's replies to negative reviews I will certainly not be coming back. Having a "holier-than-thou" attitude, poor grammar and terrible service will not bring in more customers. Read Less
Sheri Burnett
31 May 2017
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Paige is amazing! Great atmosphere & very happy with my tattoo. Planning on getting a cover up very soon
Lori-Lynn McCreery
21 May 2017
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I have gotten a few piercings here, and always had a good experience and was happy with the piercings, but my latest piercing has caused me hell. I got my nipple pierced and its not even, the jewlery ... Read More
I have gotten a few piercings here, and always had a good experience and was happy with the piercings, but my latest piercing has caused me hell. I got my nipple pierced and its not even, the jewlery was too small that it caused indents and didnt allow for an easy cleaning process. I went to a different piercer to have them put in a longer bar and it took the girl 10-15 minutes to un-screw the balls even while using needle nose pliers. Apparently the balls weren't screwed on ...properly. Had this piercing done in November and still to this day it bleeds, and has crusty's that are painful to get rid of. I have always had great experiences and felt welcomed but even this time I felt like I was a burden and the piercer didnt come off across as confident in doing the piercing. I almost left instead of having it done, but thought maybe she was just having a rough day. See More Read Less
Chazz Langhorst
7 May 2017
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Called me an hour before my appointment to cancel, was already on my way there. Very unprofessional will never do business with them again.
Atticus Klassen
23 Apr 2017
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Great place. All of the artists are very relaxed. Love the work I've had and seen done.
Patricia Leslie
2 Apr 2017
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Nice place and for exactly what I wanted at a great price! One happy lady!
Andrew Choi
4 Mar 2017
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Love them.. great experience everytime I'm there.. Jay the owner is a Stud....
Kristen Mathews
18 Feb 2017
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My experience at this tattoo shop was awful. Extremely unprofessional.The work that was apparently garenteed was not .The so called artist that was working on me, left or got fired or whatever. So whe... Read More
My experience at this tattoo shop was awful. Extremely unprofessional.The work that was apparently garenteed was not .The so called artist that was working on me, left or got fired or whatever. So when I went in to get some more work done on the tattoo that I paid 400 dollers for. They basically told me I was out of luck because they weren't honouring his work. Now I am left with a huge mess a huge permanent mess on my forarm. That not only embarrasses me but my children. When it's hot as hell in summer it sucks wearing long sleeves i am 43 and this is not my first tattoo. I had better service from some drunk guy at a party when I was 20. If your company is willing to try and fix this i am willing to listen. I'm an easy going person and I am extremely reasonable. Read Less
Michelle Savoie
30 Jan 2017
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REPORT
Always a great experience. Friendly down to earth people that do great work. Would and do recommend to friends and strangers.πŸ–’πŸ–’πŸ–’πŸ–’πŸ–’
Gabrielle Belisle
4 Jan 2017
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I have had many tattoos done by Paige. All I have to say is - outstanding job!
RiseAtNight Productions
21 Oct 2016
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I love the red Koi. I have gotten 2 tattoos here and plan on many more. Paige does a fantastic job, for a reasonable price. All the staff are very friendly and it has a nice welcoming feeling on the ... Read More
I love the red Koi. I have gotten 2 tattoos here and plan on many more. Paige does a fantastic job, for a reasonable price. All the staff are very friendly and it has a nice welcoming feeling on the inside. I've never felt rushed or like i was not in control of my own tattoo. Thank you guys so much!!!! Read Less
amanda koenig
30 Sep 2016
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Great place always welcoming good vibes clean place and as a tattoo artist my self i choose to guest spot there 2-3 times a year the staff are all friendly and u always feel comfortable:)
Lauren Harrington-Kinghan
21 Feb 2016
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Morgan is very friendly and willing to do the tattoos we wanted. I had been there a few months ago with my friend and we both got a great tattoo and my friend had a piercing. The second time, I took... Read More
Morgan is very friendly and willing to do the tattoos we wanted. I had been there a few months ago with my friend and we both got a great tattoo and my friend had a piercing. The second time, I took my daughter to have one of her tats fixed (that was done at another place) and we both got new tats.Read Less
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