I went to this shop today since I called earlier in the week and was told Saturday's are walk in and told them over the phone I was interested in a side waist tattoo.  I walk in and waited by the glass counter and must have stood there 15 minutes and was not once asked if I needed help. Meanwhile, an anxiously loud man called Toby just talking in general extremely loud of which never asked if I needed help.  I then decided to walk over to the piercing counter to a lady and explain I was interested in a tattoo on my side waist and a cover up and requested Chris. I was then told I need to add my name to the list since two others were already waiting that Chris would call me. The anxiously loud man name Toby tells me that tattoo will take 8 hours and I would need to schedule appointment, Saturday are only for quick tattoo of which that was never stated to me over the phone when I mentioned what I wanted.Toby if you read this, you really should bring it down a few notches. The talking extremely loud is a poor client experience along with not asking people waiting at counter if they need any assistance. Sorry to say my first time walking into this shop was a bad one. Two things I cant stand is loud people and waiting. Read Less

Kristin is awesome! I had the most difficult time getting out my philtrum piercing, after trying multiple times. I went to Kristin and she was able to not only help me get it out, but sold me another beautiful piece of jewelry that would be a lot easier for me to get out. Absolutely fantastic atmosphere, that makes your feel comfortable and like you're amongst friends. Will always recommend this shop! Read Less

Just got my septum pierced last night by Skylar. He was very professional, and the shop itself was awesome just to wait around in. There's a lot to look at and you can tell the people there love what they do. Totally recommend! Read Less

My husband wanted us to get matching tattoos. One simple word. Called to get a general idea of pricing, I knew they couldn't give me an exact price. Was never advised I could/should make an appointment. Got there and was told they couldn't get to us for 3 hours. Left my contact info and had a time to return. Was called about 30 mins before we were due to go back to be told they wouldn't be able to get to us. Ended up at another shop with a much better atmosphere and a great artist. Only giving 1 star because I can't leave them none. Read Less

I have been to my fair share of tattoo shops  so I understand that a certain amount of "laid-back-ness" is to be expected. That said, the adjectives I'd use in describing Explosive the shop would be clean, sanitary and comfortable. They have a lot of amazing relics all over the place. The adjectives I would use to describe the staff would be unorganized, aloof, sarcastic unprofessional but friendly. While my first visit went relatively smooth my second not so much. After giving the artist my drawing he kept me waiting for 30 minutes while he goofed around with other staff members and took smoke breaks. Then he blatantly told me he would give me the best price he could if I threw in a good tip. As I was being cashed out he hung around me at the counter in an attempt to see how much I was going to tip. The guy behind the counter with the blue locks says a lot of stuff he needs to keep to himself. including bad mouthing a fellow colleague in front of customers.On the bright side both of my tattoos came out great especially the second one. He interpreted my drawing better than I expected once he got down to business. Read Less

I went to meet up with and hopefully find a good artist late in the day (after another shop last minute cancelled my appointment!!) and ended up discussing my piece with Jimmi. My piece was/is very sentimental to me and after waiting more than I'd like to have to get it and then going thru arguably a terrible day, I was treated with the utmost professionalism and kindness. Jimmi made me feel right at home and fit me in, despite his client before me running close to closing time. WONDERFUL shop, great vibe, and the people rock. Very comfortable experience and I recommend them to anyone who wants something done right and professional. Very low-key vibe and super friendly, so if you have high anxiety like me, you'll love it. THANKS AGAIN JIMMI!! Read Less

Been looking for a permanent shop & pretty sure I found it!! Everyone was very friendly, helpful and passionate about what they do. Love the style of the shop and the tattoo/piercing history scattered around. Dave did my tattoo. He was very amiable and accommodating. So glad I decided to come here! Read Less

I went to have both my nipples pierced today! I was extremely nervous, but Erik made me feel so comfortable and relaxed. It ended up being a great experience, and he worked fast to reduce pain in the process! If I had to do it all over again, I definitely would! Thank you for your expertise and kind hospitality. I would recommend this place to everyone considering any piercing. Read Less

I don't know about you, but I take getting tattooed seriously. After all, it is an investment that lasts forever. Each artist brings their own unique talents to the table, the vibe is great, and they strictly follow all requirements to ensure the health/safety of their customers. I love this place. I've posted a few pics of my sleeve (all work done by Toby) below.Read Less

Went to Explosive for the first time yesterday to get my eyebrow pierced, great experience ! Eric was my piercer and kept me super calm during the process. It came out looking perfect. This shop is clean, reputable, and full of kind people for both tattoos and piercings. :) Read Less

Very professional, affordable, and best of all GREAT TATTOOS...SHon was my artist and I cant say anything bad about the guy...I gave him a few of my thoughts and references and he went above and beyond...LOVE THE TAT, and he understands the pain and gives breaks when needed...very clean atmosphere, and each artist treats you with respect...if you haven't already been here, THIS parlor is the tattoo parlor you want to go to for your 1st or 50th tat...(I believe they work with appointments every working day except the weekend) Read Less

I absolutely love this shop! I was first tattooed there last year when Jimmi did an overhaul on a tattoo that had faded a lot over the 10 years I had it. Not only did he give it new life but he added to it and made it more beautiful. Earlier this week my mom said that she was ready for her first ever tattoo. We decided to get matching anchors on our wrists and our experience was wonderful. Eric and Dave were great, very patient with my moms questions and just super kind and respectful. Our tattoos look amazing and are healing wonderfully! I will def continue going to Explosive! Read Less

I absolutely love this shop! I was first tattooed there last year when Jimmi did an overhaul on a tattoo that had faded a lot over the 10 years I had it. Not only did he give it new life but he added to it and made it more beautiful. Earlier this week my mom said that she was ready for her first ever tattoo. We decided to get matching anchors on our wrists and our experience was wonderful. Eric and Dave were great, very patient with my moms questions and just super kind and respectful. Our tattoos look amazing and are healing wonderfully! I will def continue going to Explosive! Read Less

Got my tattoo done here and don't get me wrong the people were nice. They charged my card without my consent because the other person made a mistake with not charging my card right in the first place. They took 100 out of my account and overdrew it. When I tried to call and set up a time to come in to pay because i work all day no one picked up so they automatically took money out of my account. They said I would have to come in to pay for it because they couldn't do it over the phone BUT they took it out of my account. They will never get my business again. Read Less

Toby, the owner, his wife and entire start were amazing! He's an amazing artist and made my 3hr + tattoo not feel like it all all! The place is clean, spacious and very cool! I love my mandala!!! Great job! Read Less

Absolutely love this place, don't let their sense of humor through you off. The only place I'll come to. I tried to go somewhere and was unsatisfied compared to explosive tattoo. Plus they do walk ins on Saturdays, make you get there early. Read Less

Very nice atmosphere and nice people! Got a few piercings changed out here. I have yet to try out the tattoo side but I will shortly and update you guys on my experience. Also I never have to wait long! They are always fully staffed and professional.Read Less

I've gone to see the guys at Explosive Tattoos for a while now and have no complaints. They're all awesome guys they will totally be upfront with you and not bullshit around and help anyway they can. They are all great artists including the one I always go too, Jimmi your awesome🤘......I travel 35 minutes to go there and it's worth it that's for sure! Read Less

Highly recommend this place! I was just in yesterday to work on my sleeve, they were very nice and welcoming! I had Shon and I am SO HAPPY with how my tattoo came out I made my next appointment before leaving! Read Less

I went there for the first time to get some piercings done and was really nervous. The piercer Erik talked me through the entire thing and then gave me all the necessary information I needed on cleaning my piercings and time of healing. I would definitely reccomend Erik to anyone. But I probably wouldn't go for a tattoo the owner seemed very arrogant  and wouldn't listen kept lecturing about how it says that Jesus had a tattoo when it was mention that one of my relatives was very religious and against tattoos and piercings. Could have gone about better but oh well. But Erik was amazing and kind he really helped me calm my nerves Read Less

I went there to get my belly pierced! & they did an awesome job gave me papers on how to take care of my belly piercing & how many times a day the manager was the one who did it I was very nervous at first but honestly he relaxed me and it all went well. Going back to get my noise pierced next weekend.Read Less

I wanted to like this place....It's conveniently located nearby but you're better off driving to another tattoo shop. First experience: I went in with a friend to get a triple helix pricing. Immediately we were greeted with sarcasm at the door by the piercer with dreads. He mocked, "What, did you see that on pintrest or something and decide you wanted it?". Not sure why he felt the need to make a comment since we do not know one another. Awkward yes, but we stuck around anyway. After awhile he didn't seem comfortable doing it because he couldn't fit 3 rings in one spot. Nonetheless the lack of professionalism led to us leaving and having our piercings done elsewhere which healed nicely.I decided to give them a second chance and got a tattoo by Alisha. She did an amazing job and was a pleasure to work with. She's very knowledgeable, energetic, and personable. Her experience redeemed the shop.Until my third visit...... I paid the deposit and came in for Alisha to add work to my last tattoo. Miscommunication happens to the best of us however, this is where this place lacked professionalism again. It was to my understanding that I would have a tattoo consult with Alisha as I did the first time. Apparently I was scheduled to have work done but I could not stay. On my end I apologized when another older man who I presumed was the shop owner stepped in and verbally insulted me. Way over the line. I could have rescheduled after the whole matter but decided this place isn't worth the aggravation. They can keep the deposit for the "wasted time". Read Less

The dude at the front counter(who is also one of piercers) when I was consulting with the tattoo artist(Jimmi) blatantly said "You know your tattoo is not going to come out exactly how it looks, right?" Something in that nature. Very premature comment I must say and I did like my tattoo at first, but learned to really dislike it. It is of Odin and it looks like a friggin lawn gnome... I have been considering on removing it for some time now. Read Less

Had my first 2 tattoos done here with no regrets. Toby is very friendly, knowledgeable and full of energy. After being certain of what I wanted I signed a form and was on my way to the chair. The parlor is very clean and sanitary; all surfaces are wiped down and cleaned before you're taken care of. I'd definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants some work done and/or even piercings which they do also. Read Less

I came in wanting an industrial ear piercing, and the extremely professional and honest consultation (from artist Erik) on why it wouldn't be right for my ear type was much appreciated as most shops would rather take this risk instead of being honest. All staff members were incredibly kind and professional. After sorting around other piercing ideas, my friend and I decided to get septum and nostril piercings respectively, and we were walked through the entire process from the piercing procedure to after-piercing care (this was our first time getting facial piercings!). As a person with an extremely low pain tolerance, I was very apprehensive and nervous before being pierced but I was guided through the entire procedure by Erik and left with no pain or uncomfortability whatsoever. Same with my friend! After being pierced, you're given detailed instructions on piercing care and all the information of your piercer, jewelry type, and heal time. Needless to say, we're very happy with our piercings and can't wait to come back to work with this amazing staff again and in the future. Super clean environment, super awesome staff, super happy customers. Read Less

AMAZING!  The whole gang here is awesome and I will send everyone I know here.  I was supposed to get it done at studio one in Norwood but thankfully the guy was a complete tool and blew me off.  Explosive is amazing.  Alisha did mine and I couldnt be happier.  The whole crew is fun and totally make you feel welcome and comfortable.  I won't go anywhere else.....ever.  Thanks Alisha. Read Less

The guys at Explosive were great and highly entertaining! I went with my mom for her first tattoo. Prices were fair for the quality of work. The place was clean and every artist was talented and cared about their work. Even the inspector from the state board of health refers her husband here. Toby is a great and funny guy with a lot of talent. My mom and I were tattooed by Jorge who was completely professional and probably the cleanest tattoo artist I've ever encountered. Definitely recommend their work. I will be returning for another shortly. Read Less

Tried to charge me 260$ for some simple line work and i went to elkton and had the tattoo done flawlessly for 60$ @ Off the root tattoo great place i highly recommend DO NOT GO TO THIS SHOP THEY WILL OVER CHARGE YOU EXTREMELY Read Less

This is an excellent shop! My husband and I both got our tattoos (wedding gifts to each other) done by Alisha who was amazing! She came up with incredible designs that were exactly what we were looking for and was very patient and helpful after my husband changed his mind at the last minute about some details. The shop is clean, and everyone there is really friendly and helpful. The manager is fantastic and I would definitely go there again (and to Alisha!) for any new work. Read Less

Love explosive tattoo! I have been going there since they opened. The shop is clean, the people are extremely friendly and it's just a great atmosphere. Toby, the owner, is extremely knowledgeable about tattoos and the history/meanings behind them! My boyfriend loves buz's work with skulls and gory things! As long as they stay open I will always go back there! Read Less

I have gotten tattooed all over the country and this is one of my favorite spots. The guys were not only professional but really made me feel comfortable and at home. I got a large koi on my ribs and it is spectacular! As far a price goes the work matches the cost. I've price shopped tattoos before and have never been happy with the result. The shop was super clean too...looking forward to going back. Read Less

Be ware... if you’r a tattoo virgin they will try to over charge you. So have a good idea price wise of the amount you should be getting charged so they don’t "bump your head" on the price of a simple tattoo. They are DISHONESTt and UNETHICAL, after comparing my tattoo with a coworkers I realized I was defiantly over charged. Don’t let iT happen to you!! Read Less