This is the finished tattoo. After allowing the tat to heal (3 weeks), I came back in for the last setting. Wil did a fabulous job and I am very pleased with my ink. I also came back a few days later to get a smooch tattoo of my wife, and it is phenomenal as well. Read Less

I got my nostril pierced and I had a wonderful experience. I came in when the piercer was close to leaving but everyone was still SO kind. I was greeted and helped as soon as I walked in. I hate needles SO much but the piercer made me feel very comfortable. He explained everything to me very clearly and was really nice even though I was a big baby. It was like $10 more expensive than other places but it was absolutely worth it. I have never felt more comfortable in a tattoo/piercing studio. I highly recommend this place! It's very cute too :) Read Less

Midnight Iguana in Athens is fabulous. Very clean and professional. They are very good at putting customers at ease. Ed specifically is very knowledgeable and talented! I will definitely be back and bring all my friends! Read Less

Over about the past 6-7 years this shop has been my go-to. Myself and many of my friends have received tattoos and piercings here. It has always been a laid back but professional experience and every member of the staff I have encountered up until yesterday (details to follow) have always been very friendly, patient and accommodating. Will has been my artist for most of my work and Ron with piercings and it was always a wonderful experience. That being said, yesterday a friend and I had an experience that really rubbed us the wrong way and as a result I may not return to the shop again unless I know this individual is not there at the time. I do not know this artist's name, but I spoke with him on the phone 10 minutes prior asking if they had time for a walk in. He said yes so we arrived shortly after. Almost immediately upon arriving and explaining what we wanted (simple matching coordinates, i.e. a short sequence of numbers and letters with my friend having one extra line of coordinates) he explained that they had to be a certain font size or they would fade over time. We understood and agreed to whatever necessary size was recommended. But then he pointed to my arm which has text work done by Will himself, which I am very fond and proud of, and criticized the size of the letters and used that as an example of how it could go wrong. I was already offended at this point, and then when I asked if I could add a small little flower or something along those lines right next to it, he was very resistant. Saying "oh, now you want to add this, add that, etc" and immediately wanted specifics. I asked if I could just pick a small symbol from some of the sample images inside or books that I have myself seen displayed many times in the shop. He looked at me like I had three heads and said they didn't have such "books" but there was a small stack of pages in the corner. I was very uncomfortable as was my friend, and we ended up just leaving. This experience upset me greatly because we were treated rudeness, impatience, and frankly, some level of judgement. Our ideas were not complicated or extravagant by any means but anything we wanted was automatically an inconvenience. Not to mention my work that was previously done at THIS shop, by an artist I respect and have had good experiences with, was criticized. I have never encountered this before, in any shop- certainly not one I have always loved. I'm not sure if anyone else has experienced this, but if you go to Midnight Iguana, just ask for Ron or Will.Read Less

From the moment I walked up the stairs I was greeted with a warm and relaxed vibe as well as friendly smiles. I got my first tattoo here and absolutely loved it. They walked me through everything I needed to know until they were sure I was confident in what was going on. I wanted a different placement but they knew best on where it needed to be so I didn't argue! Ed did my tattoo and did such an awesome job! We all jammed out to 80's rock music and laughed almost the whole time. Definitely a great environment with great people and I really recommend them! Read Less

The whole atmosphere was just awesome! From the time I walked in to the time I was leaving. Staff was great & I am beyond ecstatic with the outcome of mine & major thanks go out to Ron! He is wonderful with an awesome persona, & when someone is sketching something permanent into your skin with a needle, you would want someone like that! I will definitely be returning. Read Less

I love them, although it's been many years since I've been to them, they did my piercing and never ever had any problems with them, want to check out how good they do tats one day when my money is right!! I have and will continue to recommend them to anyone, not to mention the employees were always super great!! Read Less

Ron and eveyone there were so great! Very professional and very clean! I was a little nervous about getting my tattoo but talking with them really made it easier! My phone was going dead and one of the artist found a charger for me to use! I recommend Midnight Iguana to anyone that is wanting a tattoo! Read Less

I brought in a custom drawling and called a few days ahead for an appointment, came in a little early and got it estimated. Came back and got it done by Ed. He was very focused and very precise and did an amazing job on my tattoo. Very professional and respectful. He's had many years of experience and did an incredible job Read Less

Ron was so amazing! He was so patient with my questions and handled my anxiety very well. It was my first tattoo and went through the whole process with me. From opening the package to what steps with the tattoo. He was very flexible with the stencil and placement. The price was amazing and the wait for a walk in was very reasonable. My friend and I were on his time, no appointment needed. We enjoyed watching t.v. in their comfortable lobby and the environment was relaxing. 100% come back and recommend to friends. Read Less

I had a daith piercing done by Ron. He is a super nice guy who is very knowledgable, courteous, and passionate about his work. The process was fast and painless. The staff is very professional and informative. I highly recommend these guys! Read Less

These have to be some of the funnest and kindest people I've ever met in my life. Will ran some ink on my family today, while we were bummed we didn't get Ed because he's our family man we had the pleasure of meeting at agape, will did amazing! Very light handed and had a little speed and he's splendid! We will definitely be back. Ron has ran ink on my mom before and all of her tats look pretty amazing! Anthony poked a hole in another sisters nose and he's like another brother we like to tease � these guys are like family and they're so great! For sure A1 since day 1!! Come out and have one of the best experiences of your life! And if your question is cleanliness, you for sure have it here! Keep it up guys! We love you!! Read Less

I can't say enough praises for Midnight Iguana and its staff! I got 2 piercings there and Ron was very knowledgeable, courteous, comforting, and experienced (by far the best I've come across in Athens). He answered all of my questions (and then some) and did a wonderful, quick job. Piercings or tattoos, I'd highly recommend Midnight Iguana to anyone. They definitely gained me as a lifetime customer! Read Less

This was my third shop after driving around Athens all day and this one decided to take care of what I needed done.  The first shop wouldn't make my tattoo the actual size I wanted and made me wait for two hours. The second one was pretty much stuck in the same mindset of refusing to work with their customer. So this one, they also gave me a reason to come back and visit! Thanks Read Less

The minute I walked into the parlor I knew my experience was going to be good. I got my tattoo august 2014 from Ron and he made me feel so at ease. January of 2016, I got my septum pierced by Ron. I was so nervous about it but him just talking to me calmed the nerves. I cannot wait to go back and get more done! Read Less

When I moved to Georgia I was in desperate need of a good tattoo artist and I am very picky. I tried Midnight Iguana after being referred by my sister and I am so glad I went! Hands down best tattoo shop around northeast georgia! Ron did an amazing job and brandon was incredible with customer service! I plan on getting more work done by them! Read Less

Best shop in Athens Ga....,,, first shop in Athens 30 years. Also Tattoo Removal that works so well and not expensive . Cosmetic tattooing & piercing  super friendly sterile professional. Seems to be the most popular shop in town Read Less

Clean, professional atmosphere! Ron did 2 small tattoo for me about 3 years ago, "I do" on my ring finger is still as smooth and clear as the day I got it. Steady hand and very clean lines! I will defiantly be back!! Read Less

I wanted something to remind me of my dog before he is gone...he is a great dog and a clay pawprint is not what I had in mind . So I got a tattoo portrait done and it is amazing, I love it and I actually have never had a tattoo done before so this was a first and I am very happy and so is my dog. Read Less

Went from ears to tattoo,  great work friendly staff. I would recommend Midnight Iguana to anyone. I had a full chest, back and sleeve done by Ron and I'm over the moon very flexible schedule that worked for me fun times.  I'll be back here for more work soon! Read Less

I have gotten two tattoos redone here and the reworked tattoos are AMAZING. Their work is extraordinary and the staff is friendly, helpful and most of all CLEAN. I've been to other tattoo studios in Athens (think downtown) and the staff at this other place makes you feel stupid for coming in at all. These guys (and girls) at Midnight Iguana do FANTASTIC work and you don't leave feeling like you've just been ripped off. I recommend them to anyone (including family and friends) thinking about getting a tattoo or piercing. This is definitely the place to go in Athens! Read Less

I had a tattoo done at another shop and the lines were real shaky.  I went into Midnight and had Ron touch up the tattoo and pretty much redo the lines.  He did a great job.  I am planning out another tattoo and will definitely have Ron do it. Read Less

Midnight Iguana Tattoo was very professional, very clean, and conscientious of us as a consumer. We were shown photos of previous work and the staff appeared very knowledgeable of their craft. Definitely will return! Read Less

Ron, the owner of Midnight Iguana has done 2 tattoos for me so far.  I love his work, the shop is very clean and people are very friendly.  Ron worked with me so I got exactly what I wanted.  He's very professional and certainly knows what he's doing.  I couldn't have asked for a better artist or a better tattoo Read Less

I have three tattoos of my own, but at 31, my husband decided it was finally time for his first. After asking around, MI came highly recommended. So, we ventured over there on a Saturday night. Now, I'm used to my guy back in Texas where you have to book an appointment 3 months in advance. I was surprised and pleased to find the wait not quite that long at MI. Of course, if you had no preference in artist, the odds were good you could get in that night or within that week. We got there early enough to get squeezed in for an upper arm/shoulder tatt that had four colors. Overall, we were really pleased with the experience and cleanliness of the place. We'll be back when it's time for more. Read Less