76 Reviews

Platinum Ink OC

Tustin, California
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Lauri R.
3 Jul 2019
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Very clean facility with amazing artist! Friendly and professional piercers! Tattoos are not the only thing!!! Variety of trade work, art work, color, black & white, lettering, you name it! Everyone m... Read More
Very clean facility with amazing artist! Friendly and professional piercers! Tattoos are not the only thing!!! Variety of trade work, art work, color, black & white, lettering, you name it! Everyone makes you feel safe, tranquil and happy! Like family! We will definitely be repeat life customers! X,Romero family Read Less
Huang T.
6 Jun 2019
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Great service , and friendly. Highly recommend !Best place in town. Fair price and give good advice too!
Babar M.
30 Apr 2019
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Called to ask for pricing and the lady hung up on me before I was able to finish my question.
Guî Y.
23 Apr 2019
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Second time at Platinum Ink. And as usual perfect experience. I'm french and each time I travel to L.A I stop for a tattoo in Tustin. Matthew is awesome. 4-hour tattoo... Pizza and Dr. Pepper... and g... Read More
Second time at Platinum Ink. And as usual perfect experience. I'm french and each time I travel to L.A I stop for a tattoo in Tustin. Matthew is awesome. 4-hour tattoo... Pizza and Dr. Pepper... and great people. Tattoo is perfect. Came in with a basic drawing and Matthew made a miracle ;-)Deuxième tatouage fait chez Platinum Ink. Et évidemment ce fut parfait comme d'habitude ! Je suis français et à chaque fois que je voyage à L.A je fais un détour par Tustin. Matthew est juste génial. 4h pour le tatouage et entre temps Pizza et Dr. Pepper... et une équipe de fou ! Tatouage parfait. Je suis simplement venu avec un dessin de base et Matthew a fait des miracles ;-) Read Less
Bree A.
14 Apr 2019
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Literally the Best!!! I've gotten all my piercings here and they look amazing  The artist/ piercers are super chill and the best people to be around. Would highly recommend if you're planning to get a... Read More
Literally the Best!!! I've gotten all my piercings here and they look amazing  The artist/ piercers are super chill and the best people to be around. Would highly recommend if you're planning to get a piercing done. Will most likely get my tattoo done here too Read Less
Faelynia F.
30 Mar 2019
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Didn't plan on getting ink, but since I was there watching my wife get inked, the tattoo big but me! Great guys here. Chill environment.
Jillian C.
8 Mar 2019
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Thank you for the wonderful ear piercings. Everything is healing nicely! I love how clean and professional the guys at the shop are! I will be back for more
Nikki A.
23 Feb 2019
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Should have posted this years ago when I wrote this but somehow this got stuck in my drafts. I've gotten two tattoos done here! The first one by Ian and another one by Matthew. Thank you so much! Seri... Read More
Should have posted this years ago when I wrote this but somehow this got stuck in my drafts. I've gotten two tattoos done here! The first one by Ian and another one by Matthew. Thank you so much! Seriously my go-to place for anything with ink. The place is great, everyone's fun and the atmosphere is just unbelievable. Yeah, I love this place and I couldn't be happier. Ian and Matt are skilled and pay great attention to detail to really work with you and what you want. Thanks guys! Read Less
Doug D.
22 Feb 2019
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Matthew is a true artartist I went there with a basic idea and he just came up with a better one that I feel in love with . Also he's a master at photoshop. Hes a a true artist!
Kurt F.
23 Jan 2019
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Platnum Ink best shop in Oc. Mathew is Awsome artist and funny dude. He has a very light hand and my Tattoo still healed with no ink loss. Can't wait to have him start my next piece!
Shannamallove P.
20 Jan 2019
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The best. Nuf said. But seriously, Matthew is great. He took his time and really got to know what I wanted. And talk about skill. This guy has a mad amount! I followed his work, particularly cover ups... Read More
The best. Nuf said. But seriously, Matthew is great. He took his time and really got to know what I wanted. And talk about skill. This guy has a mad amount! I followed his work, particularly cover ups, for a couple years and trusted that he was the best for the job. He did not disappoint.From the family style vibe, to the art work, this place is rocking! Platinum Ink is the place to go. Read Less
K J V.
24 Dec 2018
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Very friendly and quick. Fit us in as walk-ins with only a short wait. Brian did a great job on our mother-daughter tattoos today, working with us to get the design and size right, and all of the staf... Read More
Very friendly and quick. Fit us in as walk-ins with only a short wait. Brian did a great job on our mother-daughter tattoos today, working with us to get the design and size right, and all of the staff was friendly and awesome helping my daughter through her first tattoo. Read Less
Sara B.
19 Nov 2018
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Place is clean and sterile. Brian is great. Good customer service, good tattoos, good prices.
Roselyn A.
18 Nov 2018
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I got my septum pierced by Brian. The experience was great- kept me calm and joked with me. However, my septum got pierced way too low and developed bumps right after. I went in to get it checked by B... Read More
I got my septum pierced by Brian. The experience was great- kept me calm and joked with me. However, my septum got pierced way too low and developed bumps right after. I went in to get it checked by Brian and to see if it was infected, he took a quick glance and told me it was fine and to just keep it cleaner. I kept it clean with sea salt soaks and after getting my piercing looked at by another piercer when the bumps were not getting any better, they confirmed it was pierced too low. So yeah, great customer service but horrible piercing outcome. I'm left with taking out the piercing, hoping it heals and the bumps go away and possibly getting it repierced at another place. Read Less
Kris M.
7 Nov 2018
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Came here wanting a simple tattoo of an outline of the California state and the guy there told us he's the only guy in the county that can do that tattoo and draw a straight line and tried to charge u... Read More
Came here wanting a simple tattoo of an outline of the California state and the guy there told us he's the only guy in the county that can do that tattoo and draw a straight line and tried to charge us 300-400$. 2 hours later we got that same tattoo done at a different shop for only 120$. Also upon walking in, he greeted us laying down on the sofa not wanting to get up telling us to hold on. Terrible customer service. If your considering getting a tattoo done at this shop, I strongly suggest going somewhere else or check out other shops because they're just going to try to upcharge you. Read Less
Valerie D.
25 Sep 2018
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DO NOT GET ANY TYPE OF PIERCING FROM THIS SHOP. if i could give this place a lower rating i would!!! a while back, a friend and i spontaneously chose to get matching nipple piercings. we did a little ... Read More
DO NOT GET ANY TYPE OF PIERCING FROM THIS SHOP. if i could give this place a lower rating i would!!! a while back, a friend and i spontaneously chose to get matching nipple piercings. we did a little bit of research for shops nearby and decided this place would be a safe place to go. now the staff was super friendly at first and the woman who did our piercings was very calming and informative as far as care. however, we were both very nervous and it almost felt as if they were making fun of us towards the end. anyways, when it came time to actually get pierced my friend and i experienced a tremendous amount of pain. we were pierced sitting up (which after actually researching nipple piercings we learned was wrong) and when it came time to change the rings my friend learned her piercing went in from her nipple, into the breast area, and back out the other side of her nipple. she obviously had to have it re-pierced immediately.i am aware the blame is mainly on my friend and i for not really knowing what we were getting ourselves into, however i hope this review will serve as caution to anyone considering a piercing here and also a friendly reminder to DO YOUR RESEARCH before getting any type of body modification (unlike my friend and i) !!! Read Less
Evelin R.
4 Sep 2018
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I love my tattoo Matthew did an amazing job. The staff is very friendly and outgoing. You get the family feel. My tattoo has been healing with no problems thanks to Matthews tips. I will definitely be... Read More
I love my tattoo Matthew did an amazing job. The staff is very friendly and outgoing. You get the family feel. My tattoo has been healing with no problems thanks to Matthews tips. I will definitely be going back for myNext tattoo. Ask for Matthew Rios. Read Less
Sajari R.
4 Sep 2018
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I love my tattoo Matthew did an amazing job. The staff is very friendly and outgoing. You get the family feel. My tattoo has been healing with no problems thanks to Matthews tips. I will definitely be... Read More
I love my tattoo Matthew did an amazing job. The staff is very friendly and outgoing. You get the family feel. My tattoo has been healing with no problems thanks to Matthews tips. I will definitely be going back for myNext tattoo. Ask for Matthew Rios. Read Less
Joann D.
8 Aug 2018
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Matthew is the best he has done 3 of my tattoos and has done my daughters tattoos.. great pricing and clean shop.. the staff all is very friendly...
Diane M.
5 Aug 2018
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This was our first time at Platinum Ink and couldn't be more pleased with the outcome of our tattoos for me and my daughter.  Brian was great, very personable, professional and listened to us and what... Read More
This was our first time at Platinum Ink and couldn't be more pleased with the outcome of our tattoos for me and my daughter.  Brian was great, very personable, professional and listened to us and what we wanted.  Everything was clean and sterile. We will be back. Thank you Brian Read Less
Darren S.
13 Jul 2018
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Great tattoo shop. Very friendly staff. I came in wanting to get a Lord of the rings tattoo. Mathew took what I had came up with and made it better than I could have imagined. Thanks Matt for the the ... Read More
Great tattoo shop. Very friendly staff. I came in wanting to get a Lord of the rings tattoo. Mathew took what I had came up with and made it better than I could have imagined. Thanks Matt for the the best Gandalf vs Balrog tattoo. I can't wait to get more. Read Less
Annete Z.
26 Jun 2018
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Matthew is gentle giant when he tattoos me. I love the shop and all of it's employee. I will recommend this tattoo place for all my friends. I'm impressed! Thank you guys. P S. The parking is super co... Read More
Matthew is gentle giant when he tattoos me. I love the shop and all of it's employee. I will recommend this tattoo place for all my friends. I'm impressed! Thank you guys. P S. The parking is super convenient! Read Less
Sarah Z.
20 Jun 2018
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One of my friends highly recommended this place, I am so glad I took her recommendation; I walked in and felt very welcome. The shop is VERY clean which is an absolute must for a tattoo shop. Right wh... Read More
One of my friends highly recommended this place, I am so glad I took her recommendation; I walked in and felt very welcome. The shop is VERY clean which is an absolute must for a tattoo shop. Right when I walked in Brian greeted me, I told him what I wanted and he worked his magic on the computer. Brian was very personable and extremely friendly. I cannot wait to go back to get my next piece done! Read Less
Waz Up H.
6 Jun 2018
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A friend of mine referred me to this tattoo shop awhile ago. Let me tell you I went to 5 shops to get an idea about covering up my tattoo but my last stop was Platinum Ink and the owner Mathew was so ... Read More
A friend of mine referred me to this tattoo shop awhile ago. Let me tell you I went to 5 shops to get an idea about covering up my tattoo but my last stop was Platinum Ink and the owner Mathew was so nice and willing to help covering my old tattoo. I am so happy with the work he has done on my first session and I will definitely come back to him to get more. This shop is one of a kind and very friendly people I felt like family when you come in. Thank you for a great service. Read Less
Michael N.
4 Jun 2018
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I had a great conversation with Matthew during a tattoo that turned out really good. And I am happy with the expertise that he shared with me during the session. I recommend anyone who is new to tatto... Read More
I had a great conversation with Matthew during a tattoo that turned out really good. And I am happy with the expertise that he shared with me during the session. I recommend anyone who is new to tattoos or someone looking for more to check out Platinum Ink OC. Read Less
Stephanie L.
4 Apr 2018
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I was first pierced here back in January after reading multiple Yelp reviews, getting both a helix ($45) and a single lobe piercing ($25), thinking the whole process went great. After getting multiple... Read More
I was first pierced here back in January after reading multiple Yelp reviews, getting both a helix ($45) and a single lobe piercing ($25), thinking the whole process went great. After getting multiple piercings at other shops since then, I felt the need to write a full and updated review. I want to start off by saying that all of the workers I encountered here were extremely friendly and funny throughout the process that day, but looking back now I honestly feel like I was being rushed and fooled. For both piercings, I was never asked where specifically I wanted them to be placed, and only had an option for my jewelry with the lobe piercing (about 6 choices). I was never asked how far up or down or really any details on the exact placement of my piercings. And since I didn't know any better at the time, I went along with it. I only had one "option" with the jewelry being used on my helix, only seeing them (or really it) after a needle was already through my ear. I asked my piercer if there was anything else I had to choose from, and he told me that this was the standard for helix piercings until they fully healed. And again, since I didn't know any better, I went along with it. Looking back, I know I'm partly to blame for not being more educated and questioning throughout the process, but that's also what professionals should be for. With the purchase of both piercings, a cleaning solution, and tip, I think it all totaled to be about $95.When the piercings finally healed enough later for me to be able to change out my earring, my new piercer at a separate shop informed me that not only was the helix jewelry too short in length, but it was also of poor quality. The earring (though I have no idea what type of metal it was) was an externally threaded flat back stud, which happens to be one of the cheaper kinds for helix piercings. Though the flat-back does help decrease snagging and pulling, the external threading of the earring actually increases your risk of infection and can even prolong the healing time. If it weren't for my experience elsewhere, I honestly would have never known that my piercing experience here was less than subpar. I truly think all the workers are great people at heart, but I also think more effort should be taken into providing quality piercings for customers. Sad to say I don't think their personalities are enough to make me want to come back.. Read Less
Sandra G.
24 Mar 2018
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This is my favorite tattoo studio in California. Hi nicely covered the old tattoo with the new design and the price was reasoable. The result was better than I expected!
Darren Shaw
6 Mar 2018
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Awesome work, great staff. One of the best tattoo shop in the OC.
Damaris M.
27 Feb 2018
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BEST PLACE EVER!!!!!!! THE OWNER IS THE BEST! i recommend coming to this place, especially if its your first tattoo! Art is great! I loved my tattoos!! 11/10 LOVE IT HERE
Alyssa L.
19 Feb 2018
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Cece pierced my nose and she was very informative and kind. She talked me through the whole process and was very clean and professional and on time. Will definitely come back to her if I decide to get... Read More
Cece pierced my nose and she was very informative and kind. She talked me through the whole process and was very clean and professional and on time. Will definitely come back to her if I decide to get another piercing. Read Less
Christian M.
3 Feb 2018
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Where do I begin. When you first walk into this shop you are overwhelmed by the display of art all over the walls from previous tattoos and the mass selection of piercings. You are immediately welcome... Read More
Where do I begin. When you first walk into this shop you are overwhelmed by the display of art all over the walls from previous tattoos and the mass selection of piercings. You are immediately welcomed by all staff and helped ASAP. They make you feel very comfortable and attend to you in any way they can to make the experience that much better.  Matt is the absolute OG when it comes to tatts. I have checked out many artists and have only gone to him, and will never go elsewhere. He is a master at everything, portraits and all designs. He absolutely killed my first piece which was a portrait of my childhood dog that passed. And is in the process of my beautiful sleeve that he started. You take him your idea and he transforms it into a master piece...Literally. This guy is dedicated and passionate in his field in the art of tattoos and you can definitely see it in his eyes. He makes you feel confident that he will take care of you and boy does he. Matt really gets down on the needle and is very precise. He has astonishing line work and phenomenal shading that will leave you ecstatic. He is patient and never rushes his work. He takes his time and in result always has amazing quality. If you are looking for a badass artist that not only has skill on the needle, but will also be a good friend and someone you can count on in and out the shop, Matt's your guy and Platinum Ink is the place. I recommend anybody to come here and guarantee you will be happy when you leave. I'll be seeing you soon Matt! 2 more sessions until this masterpiece is finished.  Can't wait to finish it and I will post a pic when all done. Don't sleep on the homie Matt! You won't regret it! Read Less
Ray C.
2 Feb 2018
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2 words. Brian Wall. I've gotten 2 tattoos from him in the last 2 months alone. I have absolutely no pain tolerance but I love tattoos. It's a love/hate relationship. So every time I go to get one, ta... Read More
2 words. Brian Wall. I've gotten 2 tattoos from him in the last 2 months alone. I have absolutely no pain tolerance but I love tattoos. It's a love/hate relationship. So every time I go to get one, tattoo artists in the past have always given me shit about it and made me feel like crap. Brian would joke about it but he has never had a problem with me needing multiple breaks and will talk and joke around while tattooing just to keep my brain occupied. If you're looking especially for a trash polka piece, THIS IS YOUR GUY. He has made me fall in love with the art style and I will definitely always return to him. Read Less
Pam D.
28 Jan 2018
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Awful experience. Room full of guys, no one greeted me when I walked in. Would never ever come back again. The art portfolio was very limited and outdated. The artwork was unimpressive and the artists... Read More
Awful experience. Room full of guys, no one greeted me when I walked in. Would never ever come back again. The art portfolio was very limited and outdated. The artwork was unimpressive and the artists were very apathetic. Would not recommend this place. Read Less
Savanah R.
24 Jan 2018
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I got my lower lip pierced here. The experience was good, though the stud was way too short for my lip. The next two days after I had gotten it pierced were tough to talk, eat and move my lip in gener... Read More
I got my lower lip pierced here. The experience was good, though the stud was way too short for my lip. The next two days after I had gotten it pierced were tough to talk, eat and move my lip in general. The stud started sinking in on the inside on my lip. I ended up going to The Laughing Buddha Body Piercing, which is closer to my house, and they helped me remove and replace the stud. I didn't even kept the original jewelry as the stud was too small for my lip, even when healed.I got "use some mouthwash" as after care instructions... which was not nearly enough... especially with the swelling. Thank god I had the Laughing Buddha Body Piercing close to me, as my body could have healed over the sinking stud.I was told the amount of swelling should not have occurred, and it happened due to the stud being too small for my lip. Very unsatisfied, and will not be coming back. The person who pierced me should have been knowledgeable enough to put a longer stud in my lip, knowing it would need room to swell and heal. Read Less
Jenelle P.
21 Jan 2018
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Matthew tattooed me for my birthday. I had a letter written my a cousin from about 9 years ago. He copied her writing perfectly and gave me amazing advice on placement of the tattoo. I originally want... Read More
Matthew tattooed me for my birthday. I had a letter written my a cousin from about 9 years ago. He copied her writing perfectly and gave me amazing advice on placement of the tattoo. I originally wanted it on my back but left with it in my inner arm. Absolutely love it, it looks amazing. He was super friendly and took a lot of time to work with me and make sure everything was as perfect as it could be. Her signature was a little messed up and he asked me if I had another letter for reference. I brought it in the next day and he adjusted the signature to make it as authentic as it could've. Absolutely love my tattoo. Great dude, very friendly and easy to get along with. Thank you Matthew!! Read Less
Kim G.
19 Jan 2018
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It was my first time coming in and for sure going back! My artist, Matt, gave me an even better tattoo than what I had imagined. And, throughout the whole session, there was a bunch of laughing. Matt ... Read More
It was my first time coming in and for sure going back! My artist, Matt, gave me an even better tattoo than what I had imagined. And, throughout the whole session, there was a bunch of laughing. Matt is comedian gold! The environment was outstanding. The staff was also amazing. Everyone provided very friendly service. Which was comfortable, since it was my first time getting a tattoo at this shop. Very pleased with what I walked out the store with. Thank you so much! Read Less
Nam N.
17 Jan 2018
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The munchkin wanted to get her top ear cartilage pierced (helix?) for her 18th birthday. After calling around a few places and reading reviews, I decided to take her in to Platinum Ink. The shop is sm... Read More
The munchkin wanted to get her top ear cartilage pierced (helix?) for her 18th birthday. After calling around a few places and reading reviews, I decided to take her in to Platinum Ink. The shop is small but bright and clean. Brian ended up helping us and his laid back, dry humor definitely put any jitters we had at ease. After going back and forth, we decided on not only just the helix but also a 2nd ear piercing---hey, it was going to be her 18th bday after all! Brian explained that he would use a piercing gun for the standard 2nd piercing and a needle for the helix. She had initially wanted a loop for the helix but he explained that they only pierce with studs for better healing. After several weeks once it healed, we could come back to have it changed out to a hoop. I had mine pierced over 2 decades ago with a hoop and had a terrible healing process. So this made a lot of sense to me because it was constantly getting caught on my hair or irritated while I slept. All in all, in was a really quick process. Price was very reasonable ($45 for helix and $25 for addl piercing--jewelry included) but most importantly, there wasn't a moment that I felt uncomfortable. Read Less
Veronica T.
29 Nov 2017
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I went into the shop earlier this year to get my nipples pierced. I was greeted right away, I remember I had to wait maybe five minutes and sign their waiver and went right on back to get the job done... Read More
I went into the shop earlier this year to get my nipples pierced. I was greeted right away, I remember I had to wait maybe five minutes and sign their waiver and went right on back to get the job done. The lady who did them was super chill and made me feel comfortable. I wish I remembered her name, she was great. She explained how I had to care for the piercing and advised I should get the solution, which by the way I love, it worked great, i even went back to buy another one. I would definitely recommend this shop if you wanna get your nips done! Read Less
Kyra A.
3 Nov 2017
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I went here to receive a nose piercing and i also got Great customer Service very fast and clean
Rachel V.
3 Nov 2017
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These guys are beyond amazing.. this piece was done by Brian so grateful for him..he definitely knows what he's doing
Shareen D.
7 Oct 2017
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My friend and I came by to relive our high school days to get a piercing! Brian was very helpful and friendly. He was easy to talk to and was very knowledgeable and helpful on helping us decide which ... Read More
My friend and I came by to relive our high school days to get a piercing! Brian was very helpful and friendly. He was easy to talk to and was very knowledgeable and helpful on helping us decide which piercing to get and how to care for it. We both got our helixes pierced and the process went very well! We paid $45 total each, including the jewelry. Cheaper than other tattoo places I got quotes from as well! Read Less
Jordan V.
9 Aug 2017
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Fantastic shop! Had a party of 4 all asking for different tatts. We were all extremely taken care of by Ian and Brian. Good vibes and a very clean shop. They handled all of us very professionally and ... Read More
Fantastic shop! Had a party of 4 all asking for different tatts. We were all extremely taken care of by Ian and Brian. Good vibes and a very clean shop. They handled all of us very professionally and with great customer service. Would recommend this shop to anyone who is interested in getting tatted or pierced for a great price. Read Less
Patricia B.
25 Jul 2017
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This was my crown jewel experience that made it the Best Birthday EVER!!! Matt was so kind and funny!! My Mom and I got our 1st Tattoos for my birthday and he was flawless. PLUS little to no pain!!!! ... Read More
This was my crown jewel experience that made it the Best Birthday EVER!!! Matt was so kind and funny!! My Mom and I got our 1st Tattoos for my birthday and he was flawless. PLUS little to no pain!!!! Going back for sure!!! Thank you Matt!!!!! Read Less
Sarah W.
22 Jul 2017
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They were really friendly and easygoing about me getting my first piercing! I am very thankful for this pleasant experience as I had a phobia towards ear piercings prior! I give them 2 thumbs ups!!! D... Read More
They were really friendly and easygoing about me getting my first piercing! I am very thankful for this pleasant experience as I had a phobia towards ear piercings prior! I give them 2 thumbs ups!!! Definitely recommend! Read Less
Kimia S.
21 Jul 2017
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I had the worst experience ever!! I went to them to get my nose pierced.First of all the guy that did it didn't even ask what kind of stud and what size i would like he just assumed that i would like ... Read More
I had the worst experience ever!! I went to them to get my nose pierced.First of all the guy that did it didn't even ask what kind of stud and what size i would like he just assumed that i would like the shittiest one, and that stud happens to be a nose bone, which is awful and if you're the experienced piercer you should know that, that shit was too short to be on a nose thatsJust healing, literally the first night with the piercing the fucking stud fell out when i was asleep the next morning after looking everywhere for it and finally finding it after an hour i tried putting it in goes in everythings good until i take a shower the fucking nose bone falls and gets lost!!! So i had to go out get a new one but i couldnt get a nose ring or a screw or a fucking L shaped stud BECAUSE my healing nose could not take a curved stud because it should've been pierced with a curved or an L shaped stud in the first place, so it wouldnt just pop out and fall!!! And second of all he didnt give me any aftercare instructions!! JUST AWFUL Read Less
Noah B.
14 Jul 2017
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Cool piercer and cool shop. My friend got her belly button pierced. It was quick and we were out in under 30 minutes. Definitely coming back for some more piercings soon.
Jesica B.
1 Jul 2017
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Nice owner and good work. I got a simple tat this time but will go back for more.
Tiara P.
7 Jun 2017
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I went here to get my vertical labret done and she did a great job she told me how it what going to go making sure the placement was good.Great place 100% recommend this place.
Brianna M.
16 May 2017
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I have gotten my ears pierced before as well as my belly button and usually when I go the piercer they just do it very quickly without asking me for my preference in placing or anything.. But here Cec... Read More
I have gotten my ears pierced before as well as my belly button and usually when I go the piercer they just do it very quickly without asking me for my preference in placing or anything.. But here Cece was so patient with my friend and I and asked us exactly what we wanted! She was extremely sweet and personal! She asks you what type of jewelry you want as well as placement of the piercing! She is also very knowledgable because she has been doing piercings for 30 years! I definitely trust her and would recommend to any of my friends or family. And her pricing is great! Shes the real deal! :) Read Less
Patricia R.
11 May 2017
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Brian inked me, my mom and my bestfriend and he did it perfectly, suggested a better design than what I had in mind, and it turned out perfect. Trust his artistry! Gentle hand too. And the lines on th... Read More
Brian inked me, my mom and my bestfriend and he did it perfectly, suggested a better design than what I had in mind, and it turned out perfect. Trust his artistry! Gentle hand too. And the lines on the outline, the part of the tatt I was worried about the most, were smooth and done perfectly. Definitely coming back here. Read Less
Britt L.
6 May 2017
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I had been wanting to get my cartilage pierced for a while and had been searching around for a good place. I made a last minute decision to go get it done and chose this location. I was quite nervous,... Read More
I had been wanting to get my cartilage pierced for a while and had been searching around for a good place. I made a last minute decision to go get it done and chose this location. I was quite nervous, this is my first piercing (aside from my lobes) and Brian put me at ease very quickly. He did it free hand and I was in and out the door in about 15 minutes! It did not hurt at all and I am very happy with my experience! Read Less
Sunshine D.
28 Apr 2017
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Just got my tattoo fixed here and they did an amazing job! 10/10 would come again, the atmosphere is great and the people are so much fun to be around and make the experience wonderful!
Rachel La Due
24 Apr 2017
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My family, friends, and I came into the shop today to honor my brother David, who was tragically killed on Monday, by getting tattoos of turtles. The woman who helped me set the appointment was very h... Read More
My family, friends, and I came into the shop today to honor my brother David, who was tragically killed on Monday, by getting tattoos of turtles. The woman who helped me set the appointment was very helpful and Brian, our tattoo artist, was incredible. Brian was kind and patient with all of us (and we were a big group) and gave us exactly what we wanted. We all left feeling so happy with our experience. Read Less
Alexis L.
11 Apr 2017
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The piercer that I went to was a sweetheart and I really adore her because she was so kind; however, I am very frustrated with the situation. I went in for a nose piercing and was pierced with a "nose... Read More
The piercer that I went to was a sweetheart and I really adore her because she was so kind; however, I am very frustrated with the situation. I went in for a nose piercing and was pierced with a "nose bone" stud which is basically a straight nose stud without a backing. I did a lot of research and found out that fresh piercings should NOT be performed with this kind of jewelry because:1. They are extremely short and does not leave enough room for swelling (I could barely see the back end of the stud inside my nostril because its so short)2. They are extremely prone to falling out because it does not have a backing3. Nose bone studs are only good for piercings that are fully healedI am a very logical person and I am not the type to question what a professional says, but I SERIOUSLY cannot understand the logic behind this. Why would you choose jewelry that is most prone to falling out, for a fresh piercing that is likely to close within moments?She mentioned that she doesn't trust nose screws because the screw end could be inhaled and go into the lung, and I completely understand this argument. But if thats the case, an L-shaped stud should have been used instead of a nose bone. I talked to all of my friends with nose piercings and they completely agreed that this was the wrong protocol. Also, this is my second time getting my nose pierced so I already have a basic understanding of how it should have went.Mine already fell out the on the 3rd day because I accidentally brushed it with my hand, but I was lucky enough to have found the tiny stud and shoved it back in. Of course it hurt like a *****.I called the piercer to see if she could swap out my current jewelry with an L-shaped stud instead, but she refused to because it would "hurt like heck".I called the regular piercer that I usually go to (I didn't go to her this time around because Platinum Ink OC is close to my work) and she was baffled by this situation as well. She told me that she would gladly switch it out for me.In all, I can't say that I'm happy with this experience. I constantly have to worry about this stud falling out of my nose and ultimately, my piercing closing up. I really wish I could give this place a good rating because the staff was so friendly. But in the end, I feel like my time and money has been wasted. I really hope that this review encourages her to research more and use the correct jewelry next time around so that other customers don't experience the same situation as me. Read Less
Tim Olivas
6 Apr 2017
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Great place to get ink, Matthew never disappoints
Kirk Feist
29 Mar 2017
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Matthew went crazy on a lot of detail for me . I found my place to go now. Good family business and great group .
Diana S.
22 Feb 2017
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I'm very happy with the great customer service I received. Cece is the best!!! I came in to get new jewelry for my daith, and ended up getting two piercings as well. She made me feel very comfortable,... Read More
I'm very happy with the great customer service I received. Cece is the best!!! I came in to get new jewelry for my daith, and ended up getting two piercings as well. She made me feel very comfortable, which I feel is important when trusting someone to pierce you. I like her technique and approach which made me feel right at home and at ease. I highly recommend going to see her, her kindness and easy going attitude made it so much easier. Thank you! Read Less
R B
17 Feb 2017
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Will be coming back for more. Thank you!
Heidi L.
16 Feb 2017
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No auto clave, used a piercing gun on my friend's lobes, opened clamps with bare hands, changed her gloves once MAYBE, suggested my friend clean her piercing with contact solution??When I sounded hesi... Read More
No auto clave, used a piercing gun on my friend's lobes, opened clamps with bare hands, changed her gloves once MAYBE, suggested my friend clean her piercing with contact solution??When I sounded hesitant about the gun she told me that it was fine and she only used it for lobes, not cartilage, citing that she was knowledgeable. I didn't see her wash her hands and after picking up a discarded clamp bag on the side of the chair, she didn't change her gloves. For my other friend's tongue piercing she took the jewelry out of the display case, put it in an 1/8 inch of what looked like alcohol or saline and put it in his tongue. I'm hopeful that they'll be fine with a strict cleaning regime of sea salt soaks (not contact solution, like damn) with all the great reviews on here but I wouldn't recommend this place, if only just from the lack of autoclave and piercing guns.Let's be real: Claire's sanitizes their piercing guns more than her. Read Less
Vivi M.
11 Feb 2017
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Walked into the shop and was greeted warmly and immediately sat down with the owner on the computer to look for exactly what I wanted. I ended up changing my idea to something completely different tha... Read More
Walked into the shop and was greeted warmly and immediately sat down with the owner on the computer to look for exactly what I wanted. I ended up changing my idea to something completely different that I've actually been wanting for years. The actual tattoo was quick and looks amazing! Great charisma from the owner as well, will definitely be coming back. Read Less
Jason Matthew
30 Jan 2017
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Get work by Matthew Rios. He is the best at taking ideas and turning them into master peaces
Nicole Thomas
29 Jan 2017
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Worst tattoo experience I've had, shop minimum was way too high. Me and my friend went and got matching tattoos while I was out in California and now we regret going to platinum ink and the artist was... Read More
Worst tattoo experience I've had, shop minimum was way too high. Me and my friend went and got matching tattoos while I was out in California and now we regret going to platinum ink and the artist was to into the football game the whole time instead of his clients. Blowed out planes and bumps in the tattoos, plus my heart is uneven and crappy line work. Now we get to go to someone else to fix them! Read Less
Lea F.
26 Jan 2017
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A Big thank you to Adrian Garza for taking good care of me. I Love how my tatt came out!! It looks brand spanking new! He touched up an old one of mine that I wasn't that fond of to begin with. 6 year... Read More
A Big thank you to Adrian Garza for taking good care of me. I Love how my tatt came out!! It looks brand spanking new! He touched up an old one of mine that I wasn't that fond of to begin with. 6 years later I find Adrian and I couldn't be happier. He made me feel comfortable and not afraid to hold convos with me. I've been to a couple artists and Im happy to say I can't wait to see him again for another one in the future.  Also the shop is chill, clean and the other artists are cool. Read Less
Madeline Ramos
4 Jan 2017
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I came in with a friend then ended up getting my ears pierced again. Cece was wonderful ! She made me feel comfortable and continued to be helpful with every question I had after I left. I will be com... Read More
I came in with a friend then ended up getting my ears pierced again. Cece was wonderful ! She made me feel comfortable and continued to be helpful with every question I had after I left. I will be coming back in the near future for more piercings! Read Less
Jackie O.
17 Dec 2016
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As soon as I stepped in I felt such a cool welcoming vibe from everyone at the shop! Mathew did a fantastic job reviewing ideas with me insuring the piece was to my liking and making sure the piece fl... Read More
As soon as I stepped in I felt such a cool welcoming vibe from everyone at the shop! Mathew did a fantastic job reviewing ideas with me insuring the piece was to my liking and making sure the piece flowed nicely. The pricing was good and my tattoo came out looking amazing! Read Less
John Ciaccio
8 Sep 2016
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Got a cover up by Ian, good tattoo pleasant experience. My girlfriend liked it and made an appointment as well. She liked her tattoo, my daughter liked both and decided on getting a piece finished on ... Read More
Got a cover up by Ian, good tattoo pleasant experience. My girlfriend liked it and made an appointment as well. She liked her tattoo, my daughter liked both and decided on getting a piece finished on her neck. We went in and saw Ian, he agreed to finish the tattoo and we made an appointment for the next day at 12:00. My daughter lives in Glendora and she drove out here for her appointment. As we pulled up to the shop another artist was just getting there and he told us Ian was not coming in today as he was not feeling well. He actually called him as we waited and then told us that he was not going to make it. This is all fine if he can't make it have some respect for your customers and call them, he called the other artist to have him open for him. But for all disappointment come something good. We went to Mule Tattoo on El Camino Real and I think our business will be taken there from now on. Sorry Ian but a phone call or lack of is going to cost you our business. Read Less
Albert L.
16 Aug 2016
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My son and I took years to finally decide to get a tattoo because I didn't want to just put anything on my skin with some mediocre artist and design.  We finally decided to what we want but again, it ... Read More
My son and I took years to finally decide to get a tattoo because I didn't want to just put anything on my skin with some mediocre artist and design.  We finally decided to what we want but again, it took us awhile to find talented artists.I came across Platinum Ink OC in Yelp because they averaged almost 5, yes 5 stars! So we came in to see and explain to them (Robert my artist and Scott my son's) what we want then they added some idea which made us excited that we decided to get it right there and then. I love the result!  Our artists are great and very polite!!!If you may ask - my son and I had matching tattoo - outline of Manila map with a little house where I grew up from and with it's coordinates. Read Less
Beni E.
18 May 2016
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I've spent a long time wanting to get my first tattoo as a memorial to my sister who passed away nearly 8 years ago. I then found a card she wrote and knew that's what I wanted to remind me of her.It ... Read More
I've spent a long time wanting to get my first tattoo as a memorial to my sister who passed away nearly 8 years ago. I then found a card she wrote and knew that's what I wanted to remind me of her.It essentially was a simple trace tattoo, but I was worried that its simplicity would allow the tattooer to not put a lot of thought into capturing my sister in it.After reading the reviews for Platinum Ink, I felt confident that this was where I wanted to go. I got my tattoo from Tyler and, even though the trace was in fact simple, he took an extreme amount of care to ensure he got it just right -- and this was before he even knew the meaning behind it!He did a fantastic job, all while talking it through with me step-by-step. When my tattoo started to lose some lines during the healing process, he had me come back to touch it up and somehow managed to make it look EVEN BETTER!I am so thankful to Tyler and his consideration with how meaningful this was to me. I'm already in discussions with him on my next tattoo! :) Read Less
Christin D.
10 Apr 2016
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It took me 9 years to get the courage to walk into a tattoo shop and get my flower covered. I received my first tattoo by someone I was dating in my early 20's. when we broke up, it was never finished... Read More
It took me 9 years to get the courage to walk into a tattoo shop and get my flower covered. I received my first tattoo by someone I was dating in my early 20's. when we broke up, it was never finished, and I never sat in a chair again.Now 32, I figured, it's time. I just applied for a job that would move me out of state, where I'm able to live on my own and save up for my own house. I came on yelp and I googled tat shops in my area, and this one popped up and the reviews were constant 5 stars. so, it being 6 minutes from where I live, I went in for a talk to see where I would end up. I met Adrian, and we spoke for a bit and he told me to text him later when the other artist came in. So I went on with my day. The shop is small, and everyone is super friendly. The owner, matt & his wife and the artists: Adrian, Tyler (and I think 1 more I didn't meet) they make you feel at home right away, which  was comforting for me because my palms were sweating even for just saying "hello." I ended up going back later for a consultation and Matthew was my artist. He was hilarious, right off the bat we got along like peas and carrots. I came in the next day after work for a sit down and to get some drawing ideas. We laughed a good part of the time, and I even met the shop dog. She's a cutie! We came up with a drawing, and I saw the gears in his head turning. he came up with a great picture, and I was excited to see it come into reality. Fast Forward a week later, I'm in the chair. leg shaved and washed and ready to go. let me tell you 4 hours flies by when you're laying there. but we took breaks, chatted a lot, and even saw some clients come in and out for other people. I felt at home, when we spoke, we laughed, we joked, and the atmosphere was so welcoming. Tyler was sketching today while Matthew worked on my leg. him and I spoke, and he's super friendly. not one person made me feel out of place or not wanted there. (which I've had in other shops going with friends.) A couple times I bit onto myself when Matthew reached the "f-you spot" on my lower ankle. but I didn't cry (go me!) We took breaks so I could walk around. No rushing, slow pace, relaxed. After my tattoo was finished I was astonished on how beautiful it was. Now I have my Ca poppy and my Tx rose. 2 places that have lots of importance to me now and forever. I cant thank Matthew enough for helping me cover something I've been hiding for 9 years. as I told Tyler; "Now I want to shave my legs and wear shorts!" I recommend this place to everyone I speak with. if you're scared, don't be. I'm sure they'd give you a hug if you asked. Good businesses run by good people makes for happy clients. The prices are amazing, everything is clean, sterile and they hold up the tattoo artist tradition very well here. Oh, and If Adrian's ipod is in the player, get ready for a really random music selection while you're getting inked. I was singing along to "sherry baby" by Fankie Valli, and it jumped to Rage against the machine, then over to hard core rap. If Tyler is your artist, Treat him to a steak dinner, he deserves it. ;) I'm tellin you, yelp is a good thing, 5 star reviews from real people do mean 5 stars!. I love you guys! Thank you! Read Less
Donna Castillo
13 Mar 2016
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Was my first time going here and Ian did a phenomenal job on my best friend and I's tattoo! Great atmosphere, friendly environment super clean!
Emmie Miller
4 Mar 2016
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Very family oriented shop unlike many, they never make you feel unwelcome. They will happily answer any question no matter how dumb you think it is. I have 8 pieces by Ian and a rework, I highly recom... Read More
Very family oriented shop unlike many, they never make you feel unwelcome. They will happily answer any question no matter how dumb you think it is. I have 8 pieces by Ian and a rework, I highly recommend this shop for any tattoos or piercings. Read Less
Damon Smithen
2 Nov 2015
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Love this guy. Soft hand on the tatoo. Grate color. Incredable line work. Grate place to get tatoos done. I cant wait to get back in the seat for some more ink.
Fast Jerry
5 Oct 2015
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One of the best places to get a tattoo and meet some nice people
Kathryn Nguyen
25 Apr 2015
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Matthew, you exceeded my expectations! My mom and I are loving our new matching tattoos and I LOVE my new paw print tat! Thank you for your creativity and raw talent! Will be back! =D
Bettina Brom Macabeo
8 Feb 2015
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They did a great job on my maika tattoo a couple years ago :) now I'm going to go back there in a couple weeks to get my dads name tatted most likely on my other arm :)
Sara Velasco
24 Jan 2015
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Staff very friendly and made be feel very comfortable. I got a small tattoo but even if I got a big one if recommend it to anyone!
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Platinum Ink OC

Tustin, California
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692 El Camino Real
Tustin California 92780
Monday
11:00AM-23:00PM
Tuesday
11:00AM-23:00PM
Wednesday
11:00AM-23:00PM
Thursday
11:00AM-23:00PM
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11:00AM-23:00PM
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11:00AM-23:00PM
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12:00PM-21:00PM
Lauri R.
3 Jul 2019
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Very clean facility with amazing artist! Friendly and professional piercers! Tattoos are not the only thing!!! Variety of trade work, art work, color, black & white, lettering, you name it! Everyone m... Read More
Very clean facility with amazing artist! Friendly and professional piercers! Tattoos are not the only thing!!! Variety of trade work, art work, color, black & white, lettering, you name it! Everyone makes you feel safe, tranquil and happy! Like family! We will definitely be repeat life customers! X,Romero family Read Less
Huang T.
6 Jun 2019
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Great service , and friendly. Highly recommend !Best place in town. Fair price and give good advice too!
Babar M.
30 Apr 2019
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Called to ask for pricing and the lady hung up on me before I was able to finish my question.
Guî Y.
23 Apr 2019
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Second time at Platinum Ink. And as usual perfect experience. I'm french and each time I travel to L.A I stop for a tattoo in Tustin. Matthew is awesome. 4-hour tattoo... Pizza and Dr. Pepper... and g... Read More
Second time at Platinum Ink. And as usual perfect experience. I'm french and each time I travel to L.A I stop for a tattoo in Tustin. Matthew is awesome. 4-hour tattoo... Pizza and Dr. Pepper... and great people. Tattoo is perfect. Came in with a basic drawing and Matthew made a miracle ;-)Deuxième tatouage fait chez Platinum Ink. Et évidemment ce fut parfait comme d'habitude ! Je suis français et à chaque fois que je voyage à L.A je fais un détour par Tustin. Matthew est juste génial. 4h pour le tatouage et entre temps Pizza et Dr. Pepper... et une équipe de fou ! Tatouage parfait. Je suis simplement venu avec un dessin de base et Matthew a fait des miracles ;-) Read Less
Bree A.
14 Apr 2019
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Literally the Best!!! I've gotten all my piercings here and they look amazing  The artist/ piercers are super chill and the best people to be around. Would highly recommend if you're planning to get a... Read More
Literally the Best!!! I've gotten all my piercings here and they look amazing  The artist/ piercers are super chill and the best people to be around. Would highly recommend if you're planning to get a piercing done. Will most likely get my tattoo done here too Read Less
Faelynia F.
30 Mar 2019
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Didn't plan on getting ink, but since I was there watching my wife get inked, the tattoo big but me! Great guys here. Chill environment.
Jillian C.
8 Mar 2019
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Thank you for the wonderful ear piercings. Everything is healing nicely! I love how clean and professional the guys at the shop are! I will be back for more
Nikki A.
23 Feb 2019
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Should have posted this years ago when I wrote this but somehow this got stuck in my drafts. I've gotten two tattoos done here! The first one by Ian and another one by Matthew. Thank you so much! Seri... Read More
Should have posted this years ago when I wrote this but somehow this got stuck in my drafts. I've gotten two tattoos done here! The first one by Ian and another one by Matthew. Thank you so much! Seriously my go-to place for anything with ink. The place is great, everyone's fun and the atmosphere is just unbelievable. Yeah, I love this place and I couldn't be happier. Ian and Matt are skilled and pay great attention to detail to really work with you and what you want. Thanks guys! Read Less
Doug D.
22 Feb 2019
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Matthew is a true artartist I went there with a basic idea and he just came up with a better one that I feel in love with . Also he's a master at photoshop. Hes a a true artist!
Kurt F.
23 Jan 2019
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Platnum Ink best shop in Oc. Mathew is Awsome artist and funny dude. He has a very light hand and my Tattoo still healed with no ink loss. Can't wait to have him start my next piece!
Shannamallove P.
20 Jan 2019
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The best. Nuf said. But seriously, Matthew is great. He took his time and really got to know what I wanted. And talk about skill. This guy has a mad amount! I followed his work, particularly cover ups... Read More
The best. Nuf said. But seriously, Matthew is great. He took his time and really got to know what I wanted. And talk about skill. This guy has a mad amount! I followed his work, particularly cover ups, for a couple years and trusted that he was the best for the job. He did not disappoint.From the family style vibe, to the art work, this place is rocking! Platinum Ink is the place to go. Read Less
K J V.
24 Dec 2018
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Very friendly and quick. Fit us in as walk-ins with only a short wait. Brian did a great job on our mother-daughter tattoos today, working with us to get the design and size right, and all of the staf... Read More
Very friendly and quick. Fit us in as walk-ins with only a short wait. Brian did a great job on our mother-daughter tattoos today, working with us to get the design and size right, and all of the staff was friendly and awesome helping my daughter through her first tattoo. Read Less
Sara B.
19 Nov 2018
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Place is clean and sterile. Brian is great. Good customer service, good tattoos, good prices.
Roselyn A.
18 Nov 2018
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I got my septum pierced by Brian. The experience was great- kept me calm and joked with me. However, my septum got pierced way too low and developed bumps right after. I went in to get it checked by B... Read More
I got my septum pierced by Brian. The experience was great- kept me calm and joked with me. However, my septum got pierced way too low and developed bumps right after. I went in to get it checked by Brian and to see if it was infected, he took a quick glance and told me it was fine and to just keep it cleaner. I kept it clean with sea salt soaks and after getting my piercing looked at by another piercer when the bumps were not getting any better, they confirmed it was pierced too low. So yeah, great customer service but horrible piercing outcome. I'm left with taking out the piercing, hoping it heals and the bumps go away and possibly getting it repierced at another place. Read Less
Kris M.
7 Nov 2018
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Came here wanting a simple tattoo of an outline of the California state and the guy there told us he's the only guy in the county that can do that tattoo and draw a straight line and tried to charge u... Read More
Came here wanting a simple tattoo of an outline of the California state and the guy there told us he's the only guy in the county that can do that tattoo and draw a straight line and tried to charge us 300-400$. 2 hours later we got that same tattoo done at a different shop for only 120$. Also upon walking in, he greeted us laying down on the sofa not wanting to get up telling us to hold on. Terrible customer service. If your considering getting a tattoo done at this shop, I strongly suggest going somewhere else or check out other shops because they're just going to try to upcharge you. Read Less
Valerie D.
25 Sep 2018
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DO NOT GET ANY TYPE OF PIERCING FROM THIS SHOP. if i could give this place a lower rating i would!!! a while back, a friend and i spontaneously chose to get matching nipple piercings. we did a little ... Read More
DO NOT GET ANY TYPE OF PIERCING FROM THIS SHOP. if i could give this place a lower rating i would!!! a while back, a friend and i spontaneously chose to get matching nipple piercings. we did a little bit of research for shops nearby and decided this place would be a safe place to go. now the staff was super friendly at first and the woman who did our piercings was very calming and informative as far as care. however, we were both very nervous and it almost felt as if they were making fun of us towards the end. anyways, when it came time to actually get pierced my friend and i experienced a tremendous amount of pain. we were pierced sitting up (which after actually researching nipple piercings we learned was wrong) and when it came time to change the rings my friend learned her piercing went in from her nipple, into the breast area, and back out the other side of her nipple. she obviously had to have it re-pierced immediately.i am aware the blame is mainly on my friend and i for not really knowing what we were getting ourselves into, however i hope this review will serve as caution to anyone considering a piercing here and also a friendly reminder to DO YOUR RESEARCH before getting any type of body modification (unlike my friend and i) !!! Read Less
Evelin R.
4 Sep 2018
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I love my tattoo Matthew did an amazing job. The staff is very friendly and outgoing. You get the family feel. My tattoo has been healing with no problems thanks to Matthews tips. I will definitely be... Read More
I love my tattoo Matthew did an amazing job. The staff is very friendly and outgoing. You get the family feel. My tattoo has been healing with no problems thanks to Matthews tips. I will definitely be going back for myNext tattoo. Ask for Matthew Rios. Read Less
Sajari R.
4 Sep 2018
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I love my tattoo Matthew did an amazing job. The staff is very friendly and outgoing. You get the family feel. My tattoo has been healing with no problems thanks to Matthews tips. I will definitely be... Read More
I love my tattoo Matthew did an amazing job. The staff is very friendly and outgoing. You get the family feel. My tattoo has been healing with no problems thanks to Matthews tips. I will definitely be going back for myNext tattoo. Ask for Matthew Rios. Read Less
Joann D.
8 Aug 2018
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Matthew is the best he has done 3 of my tattoos and has done my daughters tattoos.. great pricing and clean shop.. the staff all is very friendly...
Diane M.
5 Aug 2018
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This was our first time at Platinum Ink and couldn't be more pleased with the outcome of our tattoos for me and my daughter.  Brian was great, very personable, professional and listened to us and what... Read More
This was our first time at Platinum Ink and couldn't be more pleased with the outcome of our tattoos for me and my daughter.  Brian was great, very personable, professional and listened to us and what we wanted.  Everything was clean and sterile. We will be back. Thank you Brian Read Less
Darren S.
13 Jul 2018
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Great tattoo shop. Very friendly staff. I came in wanting to get a Lord of the rings tattoo. Mathew took what I had came up with and made it better than I could have imagined. Thanks Matt for the the ... Read More
Great tattoo shop. Very friendly staff. I came in wanting to get a Lord of the rings tattoo. Mathew took what I had came up with and made it better than I could have imagined. Thanks Matt for the the best Gandalf vs Balrog tattoo. I can't wait to get more. Read Less
Annete Z.
26 Jun 2018
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Matthew is gentle giant when he tattoos me. I love the shop and all of it's employee. I will recommend this tattoo place for all my friends. I'm impressed! Thank you guys. P S. The parking is super co... Read More
Matthew is gentle giant when he tattoos me. I love the shop and all of it's employee. I will recommend this tattoo place for all my friends. I'm impressed! Thank you guys. P S. The parking is super convenient! Read Less
Sarah Z.
20 Jun 2018
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One of my friends highly recommended this place, I am so glad I took her recommendation; I walked in and felt very welcome. The shop is VERY clean which is an absolute must for a tattoo shop. Right wh... Read More
One of my friends highly recommended this place, I am so glad I took her recommendation; I walked in and felt very welcome. The shop is VERY clean which is an absolute must for a tattoo shop. Right when I walked in Brian greeted me, I told him what I wanted and he worked his magic on the computer. Brian was very personable and extremely friendly. I cannot wait to go back to get my next piece done! Read Less
Waz Up H.
6 Jun 2018
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A friend of mine referred me to this tattoo shop awhile ago. Let me tell you I went to 5 shops to get an idea about covering up my tattoo but my last stop was Platinum Ink and the owner Mathew was so ... Read More
A friend of mine referred me to this tattoo shop awhile ago. Let me tell you I went to 5 shops to get an idea about covering up my tattoo but my last stop was Platinum Ink and the owner Mathew was so nice and willing to help covering my old tattoo. I am so happy with the work he has done on my first session and I will definitely come back to him to get more. This shop is one of a kind and very friendly people I felt like family when you come in. Thank you for a great service. Read Less
Michael N.
4 Jun 2018
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I had a great conversation with Matthew during a tattoo that turned out really good. And I am happy with the expertise that he shared with me during the session. I recommend anyone who is new to tatto... Read More
I had a great conversation with Matthew during a tattoo that turned out really good. And I am happy with the expertise that he shared with me during the session. I recommend anyone who is new to tattoos or someone looking for more to check out Platinum Ink OC. Read Less
Stephanie L.
4 Apr 2018
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I was first pierced here back in January after reading multiple Yelp reviews, getting both a helix ($45) and a single lobe piercing ($25), thinking the whole process went great. After getting multiple... Read More
I was first pierced here back in January after reading multiple Yelp reviews, getting both a helix ($45) and a single lobe piercing ($25), thinking the whole process went great. After getting multiple piercings at other shops since then, I felt the need to write a full and updated review. I want to start off by saying that all of the workers I encountered here were extremely friendly and funny throughout the process that day, but looking back now I honestly feel like I was being rushed and fooled. For both piercings, I was never asked where specifically I wanted them to be placed, and only had an option for my jewelry with the lobe piercing (about 6 choices). I was never asked how far up or down or really any details on the exact placement of my piercings. And since I didn't know any better at the time, I went along with it. I only had one "option" with the jewelry being used on my helix, only seeing them (or really it) after a needle was already through my ear. I asked my piercer if there was anything else I had to choose from, and he told me that this was the standard for helix piercings until they fully healed. And again, since I didn't know any better, I went along with it. Looking back, I know I'm partly to blame for not being more educated and questioning throughout the process, but that's also what professionals should be for. With the purchase of both piercings, a cleaning solution, and tip, I think it all totaled to be about $95.When the piercings finally healed enough later for me to be able to change out my earring, my new piercer at a separate shop informed me that not only was the helix jewelry too short in length, but it was also of poor quality. The earring (though I have no idea what type of metal it was) was an externally threaded flat back stud, which happens to be one of the cheaper kinds for helix piercings. Though the flat-back does help decrease snagging and pulling, the external threading of the earring actually increases your risk of infection and can even prolong the healing time. If it weren't for my experience elsewhere, I honestly would have never known that my piercing experience here was less than subpar. I truly think all the workers are great people at heart, but I also think more effort should be taken into providing quality piercings for customers. Sad to say I don't think their personalities are enough to make me want to come back.. Read Less
Sandra G.
24 Mar 2018
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This is my favorite tattoo studio in California. Hi nicely covered the old tattoo with the new design and the price was reasoable. The result was better than I expected!
Darren Shaw
6 Mar 2018
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Awesome work, great staff. One of the best tattoo shop in the OC.
Damaris M.
27 Feb 2018
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BEST PLACE EVER!!!!!!! THE OWNER IS THE BEST! i recommend coming to this place, especially if its your first tattoo! Art is great! I loved my tattoos!! 11/10 LOVE IT HERE
Alyssa L.
19 Feb 2018
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Cece pierced my nose and she was very informative and kind. She talked me through the whole process and was very clean and professional and on time. Will definitely come back to her if I decide to get... Read More
Cece pierced my nose and she was very informative and kind. She talked me through the whole process and was very clean and professional and on time. Will definitely come back to her if I decide to get another piercing. Read Less
Christian M.
3 Feb 2018
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Where do I begin. When you first walk into this shop you are overwhelmed by the display of art all over the walls from previous tattoos and the mass selection of piercings. You are immediately welcome... Read More
Where do I begin. When you first walk into this shop you are overwhelmed by the display of art all over the walls from previous tattoos and the mass selection of piercings. You are immediately welcomed by all staff and helped ASAP. They make you feel very comfortable and attend to you in any way they can to make the experience that much better.  Matt is the absolute OG when it comes to tatts. I have checked out many artists and have only gone to him, and will never go elsewhere. He is a master at everything, portraits and all designs. He absolutely killed my first piece which was a portrait of my childhood dog that passed. And is in the process of my beautiful sleeve that he started. You take him your idea and he transforms it into a master piece...Literally. This guy is dedicated and passionate in his field in the art of tattoos and you can definitely see it in his eyes. He makes you feel confident that he will take care of you and boy does he. Matt really gets down on the needle and is very precise. He has astonishing line work and phenomenal shading that will leave you ecstatic. He is patient and never rushes his work. He takes his time and in result always has amazing quality. If you are looking for a badass artist that not only has skill on the needle, but will also be a good friend and someone you can count on in and out the shop, Matt's your guy and Platinum Ink is the place. I recommend anybody to come here and guarantee you will be happy when you leave. I'll be seeing you soon Matt! 2 more sessions until this masterpiece is finished.  Can't wait to finish it and I will post a pic when all done. Don't sleep on the homie Matt! You won't regret it! Read Less
Ray C.
2 Feb 2018
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2 words. Brian Wall. I've gotten 2 tattoos from him in the last 2 months alone. I have absolutely no pain tolerance but I love tattoos. It's a love/hate relationship. So every time I go to get one, ta... Read More
2 words. Brian Wall. I've gotten 2 tattoos from him in the last 2 months alone. I have absolutely no pain tolerance but I love tattoos. It's a love/hate relationship. So every time I go to get one, tattoo artists in the past have always given me shit about it and made me feel like crap. Brian would joke about it but he has never had a problem with me needing multiple breaks and will talk and joke around while tattooing just to keep my brain occupied. If you're looking especially for a trash polka piece, THIS IS YOUR GUY. He has made me fall in love with the art style and I will definitely always return to him. Read Less
Pam D.
28 Jan 2018
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Awful experience. Room full of guys, no one greeted me when I walked in. Would never ever come back again. The art portfolio was very limited and outdated. The artwork was unimpressive and the artists... Read More
Awful experience. Room full of guys, no one greeted me when I walked in. Would never ever come back again. The art portfolio was very limited and outdated. The artwork was unimpressive and the artists were very apathetic. Would not recommend this place. Read Less
Savanah R.
24 Jan 2018
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I got my lower lip pierced here. The experience was good, though the stud was way too short for my lip. The next two days after I had gotten it pierced were tough to talk, eat and move my lip in gener... Read More
I got my lower lip pierced here. The experience was good, though the stud was way too short for my lip. The next two days after I had gotten it pierced were tough to talk, eat and move my lip in general. The stud started sinking in on the inside on my lip. I ended up going to The Laughing Buddha Body Piercing, which is closer to my house, and they helped me remove and replace the stud. I didn't even kept the original jewelry as the stud was too small for my lip, even when healed.I got "use some mouthwash" as after care instructions... which was not nearly enough... especially with the swelling. Thank god I had the Laughing Buddha Body Piercing close to me, as my body could have healed over the sinking stud.I was told the amount of swelling should not have occurred, and it happened due to the stud being too small for my lip. Very unsatisfied, and will not be coming back. The person who pierced me should have been knowledgeable enough to put a longer stud in my lip, knowing it would need room to swell and heal. Read Less
Jenelle P.
21 Jan 2018
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Matthew tattooed me for my birthday. I had a letter written my a cousin from about 9 years ago. He copied her writing perfectly and gave me amazing advice on placement of the tattoo. I originally want... Read More
Matthew tattooed me for my birthday. I had a letter written my a cousin from about 9 years ago. He copied her writing perfectly and gave me amazing advice on placement of the tattoo. I originally wanted it on my back but left with it in my inner arm. Absolutely love it, it looks amazing. He was super friendly and took a lot of time to work with me and make sure everything was as perfect as it could be. Her signature was a little messed up and he asked me if I had another letter for reference. I brought it in the next day and he adjusted the signature to make it as authentic as it could've. Absolutely love my tattoo. Great dude, very friendly and easy to get along with. Thank you Matthew!! Read Less
Kim G.
19 Jan 2018
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It was my first time coming in and for sure going back! My artist, Matt, gave me an even better tattoo than what I had imagined. And, throughout the whole session, there was a bunch of laughing. Matt ... Read More
It was my first time coming in and for sure going back! My artist, Matt, gave me an even better tattoo than what I had imagined. And, throughout the whole session, there was a bunch of laughing. Matt is comedian gold! The environment was outstanding. The staff was also amazing. Everyone provided very friendly service. Which was comfortable, since it was my first time getting a tattoo at this shop. Very pleased with what I walked out the store with. Thank you so much! Read Less
Nam N.
17 Jan 2018
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The munchkin wanted to get her top ear cartilage pierced (helix?) for her 18th birthday. After calling around a few places and reading reviews, I decided to take her in to Platinum Ink. The shop is sm... Read More
The munchkin wanted to get her top ear cartilage pierced (helix?) for her 18th birthday. After calling around a few places and reading reviews, I decided to take her in to Platinum Ink. The shop is small but bright and clean. Brian ended up helping us and his laid back, dry humor definitely put any jitters we had at ease. After going back and forth, we decided on not only just the helix but also a 2nd ear piercing---hey, it was going to be her 18th bday after all! Brian explained that he would use a piercing gun for the standard 2nd piercing and a needle for the helix. She had initially wanted a loop for the helix but he explained that they only pierce with studs for better healing. After several weeks once it healed, we could come back to have it changed out to a hoop. I had mine pierced over 2 decades ago with a hoop and had a terrible healing process. So this made a lot of sense to me because it was constantly getting caught on my hair or irritated while I slept. All in all, in was a really quick process. Price was very reasonable ($45 for helix and $25 for addl piercing--jewelry included) but most importantly, there wasn't a moment that I felt uncomfortable. Read Less
Veronica T.
29 Nov 2017
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I went into the shop earlier this year to get my nipples pierced. I was greeted right away, I remember I had to wait maybe five minutes and sign their waiver and went right on back to get the job done... Read More
I went into the shop earlier this year to get my nipples pierced. I was greeted right away, I remember I had to wait maybe five minutes and sign their waiver and went right on back to get the job done. The lady who did them was super chill and made me feel comfortable. I wish I remembered her name, she was great. She explained how I had to care for the piercing and advised I should get the solution, which by the way I love, it worked great, i even went back to buy another one. I would definitely recommend this shop if you wanna get your nips done! Read Less
Kyra A.
3 Nov 2017
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I went here to receive a nose piercing and i also got Great customer Service very fast and clean
Rachel V.
3 Nov 2017
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These guys are beyond amazing.. this piece was done by Brian so grateful for him..he definitely knows what he's doing
Shareen D.
7 Oct 2017
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My friend and I came by to relive our high school days to get a piercing! Brian was very helpful and friendly. He was easy to talk to and was very knowledgeable and helpful on helping us decide which ... Read More
My friend and I came by to relive our high school days to get a piercing! Brian was very helpful and friendly. He was easy to talk to and was very knowledgeable and helpful on helping us decide which piercing to get and how to care for it. We both got our helixes pierced and the process went very well! We paid $45 total each, including the jewelry. Cheaper than other tattoo places I got quotes from as well! Read Less
Jordan V.
9 Aug 2017
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Fantastic shop! Had a party of 4 all asking for different tatts. We were all extremely taken care of by Ian and Brian. Good vibes and a very clean shop. They handled all of us very professionally and ... Read More
Fantastic shop! Had a party of 4 all asking for different tatts. We were all extremely taken care of by Ian and Brian. Good vibes and a very clean shop. They handled all of us very professionally and with great customer service. Would recommend this shop to anyone who is interested in getting tatted or pierced for a great price. Read Less
Patricia B.
25 Jul 2017
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This was my crown jewel experience that made it the Best Birthday EVER!!! Matt was so kind and funny!! My Mom and I got our 1st Tattoos for my birthday and he was flawless. PLUS little to no pain!!!! ... Read More
This was my crown jewel experience that made it the Best Birthday EVER!!! Matt was so kind and funny!! My Mom and I got our 1st Tattoos for my birthday and he was flawless. PLUS little to no pain!!!! Going back for sure!!! Thank you Matt!!!!! Read Less
Sarah W.
22 Jul 2017
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They were really friendly and easygoing about me getting my first piercing! I am very thankful for this pleasant experience as I had a phobia towards ear piercings prior! I give them 2 thumbs ups!!! D... Read More
They were really friendly and easygoing about me getting my first piercing! I am very thankful for this pleasant experience as I had a phobia towards ear piercings prior! I give them 2 thumbs ups!!! Definitely recommend! Read Less
Kimia S.
21 Jul 2017
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I had the worst experience ever!! I went to them to get my nose pierced.First of all the guy that did it didn't even ask what kind of stud and what size i would like he just assumed that i would like ... Read More
I had the worst experience ever!! I went to them to get my nose pierced.First of all the guy that did it didn't even ask what kind of stud and what size i would like he just assumed that i would like the shittiest one, and that stud happens to be a nose bone, which is awful and if you're the experienced piercer you should know that, that shit was too short to be on a nose thatsJust healing, literally the first night with the piercing the fucking stud fell out when i was asleep the next morning after looking everywhere for it and finally finding it after an hour i tried putting it in goes in everythings good until i take a shower the fucking nose bone falls and gets lost!!! So i had to go out get a new one but i couldnt get a nose ring or a screw or a fucking L shaped stud BECAUSE my healing nose could not take a curved stud because it should've been pierced with a curved or an L shaped stud in the first place, so it wouldnt just pop out and fall!!! And second of all he didnt give me any aftercare instructions!! JUST AWFUL Read Less
Noah B.
14 Jul 2017
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Cool piercer and cool shop. My friend got her belly button pierced. It was quick and we were out in under 30 minutes. Definitely coming back for some more piercings soon.
Jesica B.
1 Jul 2017
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Nice owner and good work. I got a simple tat this time but will go back for more.
Tiara P.
7 Jun 2017
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I went here to get my vertical labret done and she did a great job she told me how it what going to go making sure the placement was good.Great place 100% recommend this place.
Brianna M.
16 May 2017
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I have gotten my ears pierced before as well as my belly button and usually when I go the piercer they just do it very quickly without asking me for my preference in placing or anything.. But here Cec... Read More
I have gotten my ears pierced before as well as my belly button and usually when I go the piercer they just do it very quickly without asking me for my preference in placing or anything.. But here Cece was so patient with my friend and I and asked us exactly what we wanted! She was extremely sweet and personal! She asks you what type of jewelry you want as well as placement of the piercing! She is also very knowledgable because she has been doing piercings for 30 years! I definitely trust her and would recommend to any of my friends or family. And her pricing is great! Shes the real deal! :) Read Less
Patricia R.
11 May 2017
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Brian inked me, my mom and my bestfriend and he did it perfectly, suggested a better design than what I had in mind, and it turned out perfect. Trust his artistry! Gentle hand too. And the lines on th... Read More
Brian inked me, my mom and my bestfriend and he did it perfectly, suggested a better design than what I had in mind, and it turned out perfect. Trust his artistry! Gentle hand too. And the lines on the outline, the part of the tatt I was worried about the most, were smooth and done perfectly. Definitely coming back here. Read Less
Britt L.
6 May 2017
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I had been wanting to get my cartilage pierced for a while and had been searching around for a good place. I made a last minute decision to go get it done and chose this location. I was quite nervous,... Read More
I had been wanting to get my cartilage pierced for a while and had been searching around for a good place. I made a last minute decision to go get it done and chose this location. I was quite nervous, this is my first piercing (aside from my lobes) and Brian put me at ease very quickly. He did it free hand and I was in and out the door in about 15 minutes! It did not hurt at all and I am very happy with my experience! Read Less
Sunshine D.
28 Apr 2017
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Just got my tattoo fixed here and they did an amazing job! 10/10 would come again, the atmosphere is great and the people are so much fun to be around and make the experience wonderful!
Rachel La Due
24 Apr 2017
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My family, friends, and I came into the shop today to honor my brother David, who was tragically killed on Monday, by getting tattoos of turtles. The woman who helped me set the appointment was very h... Read More
My family, friends, and I came into the shop today to honor my brother David, who was tragically killed on Monday, by getting tattoos of turtles. The woman who helped me set the appointment was very helpful and Brian, our tattoo artist, was incredible. Brian was kind and patient with all of us (and we were a big group) and gave us exactly what we wanted. We all left feeling so happy with our experience. Read Less
Alexis L.
11 Apr 2017
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The piercer that I went to was a sweetheart and I really adore her because she was so kind; however, I am very frustrated with the situation. I went in for a nose piercing and was pierced with a "nose... Read More
The piercer that I went to was a sweetheart and I really adore her because she was so kind; however, I am very frustrated with the situation. I went in for a nose piercing and was pierced with a "nose bone" stud which is basically a straight nose stud without a backing. I did a lot of research and found out that fresh piercings should NOT be performed with this kind of jewelry because:1. They are extremely short and does not leave enough room for swelling (I could barely see the back end of the stud inside my nostril because its so short)2. They are extremely prone to falling out because it does not have a backing3. Nose bone studs are only good for piercings that are fully healedI am a very logical person and I am not the type to question what a professional says, but I SERIOUSLY cannot understand the logic behind this. Why would you choose jewelry that is most prone to falling out, for a fresh piercing that is likely to close within moments?She mentioned that she doesn't trust nose screws because the screw end could be inhaled and go into the lung, and I completely understand this argument. But if thats the case, an L-shaped stud should have been used instead of a nose bone. I talked to all of my friends with nose piercings and they completely agreed that this was the wrong protocol. Also, this is my second time getting my nose pierced so I already have a basic understanding of how it should have went.Mine already fell out the on the 3rd day because I accidentally brushed it with my hand, but I was lucky enough to have found the tiny stud and shoved it back in. Of course it hurt like a *****.I called the piercer to see if she could swap out my current jewelry with an L-shaped stud instead, but she refused to because it would "hurt like heck".I called the regular piercer that I usually go to (I didn't go to her this time around because Platinum Ink OC is close to my work) and she was baffled by this situation as well. She told me that she would gladly switch it out for me.In all, I can't say that I'm happy with this experience. I constantly have to worry about this stud falling out of my nose and ultimately, my piercing closing up. I really wish I could give this place a good rating because the staff was so friendly. But in the end, I feel like my time and money has been wasted. I really hope that this review encourages her to research more and use the correct jewelry next time around so that other customers don't experience the same situation as me. Read Less
Tim Olivas
6 Apr 2017
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Great place to get ink, Matthew never disappoints
Kirk Feist
29 Mar 2017
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Matthew went crazy on a lot of detail for me . I found my place to go now. Good family business and great group .
Diana S.
22 Feb 2017
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I'm very happy with the great customer service I received. Cece is the best!!! I came in to get new jewelry for my daith, and ended up getting two piercings as well. She made me feel very comfortable,... Read More
I'm very happy with the great customer service I received. Cece is the best!!! I came in to get new jewelry for my daith, and ended up getting two piercings as well. She made me feel very comfortable, which I feel is important when trusting someone to pierce you. I like her technique and approach which made me feel right at home and at ease. I highly recommend going to see her, her kindness and easy going attitude made it so much easier. Thank you! Read Less
R B
17 Feb 2017
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Will be coming back for more. Thank you!
Heidi L.
16 Feb 2017
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No auto clave, used a piercing gun on my friend's lobes, opened clamps with bare hands, changed her gloves once MAYBE, suggested my friend clean her piercing with contact solution??When I sounded hesi... Read More
No auto clave, used a piercing gun on my friend's lobes, opened clamps with bare hands, changed her gloves once MAYBE, suggested my friend clean her piercing with contact solution??When I sounded hesitant about the gun she told me that it was fine and she only used it for lobes, not cartilage, citing that she was knowledgeable. I didn't see her wash her hands and after picking up a discarded clamp bag on the side of the chair, she didn't change her gloves. For my other friend's tongue piercing she took the jewelry out of the display case, put it in an 1/8 inch of what looked like alcohol or saline and put it in his tongue. I'm hopeful that they'll be fine with a strict cleaning regime of sea salt soaks (not contact solution, like damn) with all the great reviews on here but I wouldn't recommend this place, if only just from the lack of autoclave and piercing guns.Let's be real: Claire's sanitizes their piercing guns more than her. Read Less
Vivi M.
11 Feb 2017
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Walked into the shop and was greeted warmly and immediately sat down with the owner on the computer to look for exactly what I wanted. I ended up changing my idea to something completely different tha... Read More
Walked into the shop and was greeted warmly and immediately sat down with the owner on the computer to look for exactly what I wanted. I ended up changing my idea to something completely different that I've actually been wanting for years. The actual tattoo was quick and looks amazing! Great charisma from the owner as well, will definitely be coming back. Read Less
Jason Matthew
30 Jan 2017
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Get work by Matthew Rios. He is the best at taking ideas and turning them into master peaces
Nicole Thomas
29 Jan 2017
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Worst tattoo experience I've had, shop minimum was way too high. Me and my friend went and got matching tattoos while I was out in California and now we regret going to platinum ink and the artist was... Read More
Worst tattoo experience I've had, shop minimum was way too high. Me and my friend went and got matching tattoos while I was out in California and now we regret going to platinum ink and the artist was to into the football game the whole time instead of his clients. Blowed out planes and bumps in the tattoos, plus my heart is uneven and crappy line work. Now we get to go to someone else to fix them! Read Less
Lea F.
26 Jan 2017
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A Big thank you to Adrian Garza for taking good care of me. I Love how my tatt came out!! It looks brand spanking new! He touched up an old one of mine that I wasn't that fond of to begin with. 6 year... Read More
A Big thank you to Adrian Garza for taking good care of me. I Love how my tatt came out!! It looks brand spanking new! He touched up an old one of mine that I wasn't that fond of to begin with. 6 years later I find Adrian and I couldn't be happier. He made me feel comfortable and not afraid to hold convos with me. I've been to a couple artists and Im happy to say I can't wait to see him again for another one in the future.  Also the shop is chill, clean and the other artists are cool. Read Less
Madeline Ramos
4 Jan 2017
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I came in with a friend then ended up getting my ears pierced again. Cece was wonderful ! She made me feel comfortable and continued to be helpful with every question I had after I left. I will be com... Read More
I came in with a friend then ended up getting my ears pierced again. Cece was wonderful ! She made me feel comfortable and continued to be helpful with every question I had after I left. I will be coming back in the near future for more piercings! Read Less
Jackie O.
17 Dec 2016
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As soon as I stepped in I felt such a cool welcoming vibe from everyone at the shop! Mathew did a fantastic job reviewing ideas with me insuring the piece was to my liking and making sure the piece fl... Read More
As soon as I stepped in I felt such a cool welcoming vibe from everyone at the shop! Mathew did a fantastic job reviewing ideas with me insuring the piece was to my liking and making sure the piece flowed nicely. The pricing was good and my tattoo came out looking amazing! Read Less
John Ciaccio
8 Sep 2016
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Got a cover up by Ian, good tattoo pleasant experience. My girlfriend liked it and made an appointment as well. She liked her tattoo, my daughter liked both and decided on getting a piece finished on ... Read More
Got a cover up by Ian, good tattoo pleasant experience. My girlfriend liked it and made an appointment as well. She liked her tattoo, my daughter liked both and decided on getting a piece finished on her neck. We went in and saw Ian, he agreed to finish the tattoo and we made an appointment for the next day at 12:00. My daughter lives in Glendora and she drove out here for her appointment. As we pulled up to the shop another artist was just getting there and he told us Ian was not coming in today as he was not feeling well. He actually called him as we waited and then told us that he was not going to make it. This is all fine if he can't make it have some respect for your customers and call them, he called the other artist to have him open for him. But for all disappointment come something good. We went to Mule Tattoo on El Camino Real and I think our business will be taken there from now on. Sorry Ian but a phone call or lack of is going to cost you our business. Read Less
Albert L.
16 Aug 2016
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My son and I took years to finally decide to get a tattoo because I didn't want to just put anything on my skin with some mediocre artist and design.  We finally decided to what we want but again, it ... Read More
My son and I took years to finally decide to get a tattoo because I didn't want to just put anything on my skin with some mediocre artist and design.  We finally decided to what we want but again, it took us awhile to find talented artists.I came across Platinum Ink OC in Yelp because they averaged almost 5, yes 5 stars! So we came in to see and explain to them (Robert my artist and Scott my son's) what we want then they added some idea which made us excited that we decided to get it right there and then. I love the result!  Our artists are great and very polite!!!If you may ask - my son and I had matching tattoo - outline of Manila map with a little house where I grew up from and with it's coordinates. Read Less
Beni E.
18 May 2016
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I've spent a long time wanting to get my first tattoo as a memorial to my sister who passed away nearly 8 years ago. I then found a card she wrote and knew that's what I wanted to remind me of her.It ... Read More
I've spent a long time wanting to get my first tattoo as a memorial to my sister who passed away nearly 8 years ago. I then found a card she wrote and knew that's what I wanted to remind me of her.It essentially was a simple trace tattoo, but I was worried that its simplicity would allow the tattooer to not put a lot of thought into capturing my sister in it.After reading the reviews for Platinum Ink, I felt confident that this was where I wanted to go. I got my tattoo from Tyler and, even though the trace was in fact simple, he took an extreme amount of care to ensure he got it just right -- and this was before he even knew the meaning behind it!He did a fantastic job, all while talking it through with me step-by-step. When my tattoo started to lose some lines during the healing process, he had me come back to touch it up and somehow managed to make it look EVEN BETTER!I am so thankful to Tyler and his consideration with how meaningful this was to me. I'm already in discussions with him on my next tattoo! :) Read Less
Christin D.
10 Apr 2016
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It took me 9 years to get the courage to walk into a tattoo shop and get my flower covered. I received my first tattoo by someone I was dating in my early 20's. when we broke up, it was never finished... Read More
It took me 9 years to get the courage to walk into a tattoo shop and get my flower covered. I received my first tattoo by someone I was dating in my early 20's. when we broke up, it was never finished, and I never sat in a chair again.Now 32, I figured, it's time. I just applied for a job that would move me out of state, where I'm able to live on my own and save up for my own house. I came on yelp and I googled tat shops in my area, and this one popped up and the reviews were constant 5 stars. so, it being 6 minutes from where I live, I went in for a talk to see where I would end up. I met Adrian, and we spoke for a bit and he told me to text him later when the other artist came in. So I went on with my day. The shop is small, and everyone is super friendly. The owner, matt & his wife and the artists: Adrian, Tyler (and I think 1 more I didn't meet) they make you feel at home right away, which  was comforting for me because my palms were sweating even for just saying "hello." I ended up going back later for a consultation and Matthew was my artist. He was hilarious, right off the bat we got along like peas and carrots. I came in the next day after work for a sit down and to get some drawing ideas. We laughed a good part of the time, and I even met the shop dog. She's a cutie! We came up with a drawing, and I saw the gears in his head turning. he came up with a great picture, and I was excited to see it come into reality. Fast Forward a week later, I'm in the chair. leg shaved and washed and ready to go. let me tell you 4 hours flies by when you're laying there. but we took breaks, chatted a lot, and even saw some clients come in and out for other people. I felt at home, when we spoke, we laughed, we joked, and the atmosphere was so welcoming. Tyler was sketching today while Matthew worked on my leg. him and I spoke, and he's super friendly. not one person made me feel out of place or not wanted there. (which I've had in other shops going with friends.) A couple times I bit onto myself when Matthew reached the "f-you spot" on my lower ankle. but I didn't cry (go me!) We took breaks so I could walk around. No rushing, slow pace, relaxed. After my tattoo was finished I was astonished on how beautiful it was. Now I have my Ca poppy and my Tx rose. 2 places that have lots of importance to me now and forever. I cant thank Matthew enough for helping me cover something I've been hiding for 9 years. as I told Tyler; "Now I want to shave my legs and wear shorts!" I recommend this place to everyone I speak with. if you're scared, don't be. I'm sure they'd give you a hug if you asked. Good businesses run by good people makes for happy clients. The prices are amazing, everything is clean, sterile and they hold up the tattoo artist tradition very well here. Oh, and If Adrian's ipod is in the player, get ready for a really random music selection while you're getting inked. I was singing along to "sherry baby" by Fankie Valli, and it jumped to Rage against the machine, then over to hard core rap. If Tyler is your artist, Treat him to a steak dinner, he deserves it. ;) I'm tellin you, yelp is a good thing, 5 star reviews from real people do mean 5 stars!. I love you guys! Thank you! Read Less
Donna Castillo
13 Mar 2016
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Was my first time going here and Ian did a phenomenal job on my best friend and I's tattoo! Great atmosphere, friendly environment super clean!
Emmie Miller
4 Mar 2016
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Very family oriented shop unlike many, they never make you feel unwelcome. They will happily answer any question no matter how dumb you think it is. I have 8 pieces by Ian and a rework, I highly recom... Read More
Very family oriented shop unlike many, they never make you feel unwelcome. They will happily answer any question no matter how dumb you think it is. I have 8 pieces by Ian and a rework, I highly recommend this shop for any tattoos or piercings. Read Less
Damon Smithen
2 Nov 2015
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Love this guy. Soft hand on the tatoo. Grate color. Incredable line work. Grate place to get tatoos done. I cant wait to get back in the seat for some more ink.
Fast Jerry
5 Oct 2015
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One of the best places to get a tattoo and meet some nice people
Kathryn Nguyen
25 Apr 2015
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Matthew, you exceeded my expectations! My mom and I are loving our new matching tattoos and I LOVE my new paw print tat! Thank you for your creativity and raw talent! Will be back! =D
Bettina Brom Macabeo
8 Feb 2015
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They did a great job on my maika tattoo a couple years ago :) now I'm going to go back there in a couple weeks to get my dads name tatted most likely on my other arm :)
Sara Velasco
24 Jan 2015
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Staff very friendly and made be feel very comfortable. I got a small tattoo but even if I got a big one if recommend it to anyone!
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