I have had 2 tattoos done by this shop. I like the atmosphere. The artists are really cool and down to earth. There is no judgement if you squeal a little bit when they hit a sensitive spot. I am scheduled for a cover-up next month and i can't wait , because I know it's going to look great. Read Less

my mother myself and girlfriend all had our tattoos done this evening and we had an amazing experience. I've personally have never been to a well taken care of tattoo parlor. I will recommend Zaza Ink to everyone I know and I will be back for more tattoos as well! I will always go to zaza for my future tattoos! Thanks guys Read Less

My boyfriend decided he wanted to get his mother and I early Mother's Day tattoos and himself a tattoo for our daughter! We decided on zaza ink because they were really nice about letting us take our 6 month old to sit with us and we saw they had great reviews! My mother in law got colored stars with her 5 grandchildren's initials MC, TN, MC, MC, SN on her forearm by Jeanne. It came out amazing for an unplanned tattoo! My boyfriend got Sophia's name and date with her footprint and a watch that is set to 2:54 for the time she was born on his chest by Desourdy (not familiar with his first name!) who did such an amazing job designing and doing this tattoo! I got my daughters 2 feet her name and her date on my bicep by Jeanne and I couldn't be more in love! We will definitely be back for all of our future tattoo work! I would 10/10 recommend this shop! (Pictures for attention!) Read Less

I'm in the middle of working on my second tattoo from Zaza, specifically from Brian Soldano. If you want a tattoo-- and you want a GOOD tattoo-- this is where you need to go.  My first visit, I wanted a cover up of a teenage mistake, and my attitude going in was, anything will look better than what I have now... soooo yeah.... maybe it was my low expectations or, really, it's the fact that Soldano is an amazing freaking artist, but I let him do the cover up at his discretion given my main idea and I have never regretted the decision.  You cannot tell that there was ever another tattoo there and the new tattoo itself is beautiful.  Six months later I'm back for my second tattoo at Zaza and largest tattoo I've ever gotten (a half sleeve) which I never would have made the leap and went ahead with if I didn't feel like I was in competent hands with Brian S. and the rest of the staff at Zaza.. They will not let you get a stupid tattoo that is going to heal like crap and look awful one year from now.  The other reviews that say the artists are rude or they don't treat you nicely if you're not a "biker type" are frankly BS (and actually what inspired me to write this review-- my second ever!)  I've spent upwards of 7 hours being tattooed here, spoken on the phone asking a million annoying questions, trying to schedule times that would work for me, and was never met with or observed even mild annoyance or judgement about the ideas people come in with.  This is a family run place and they treat you as such when you're there.  I'm dead serious when I say that, if when my kids grow up, they want tattoos, and Zaza is still around, I will take them here myself because I know they will do a thoughtful, professional, and hygienic job. If you're thinking of getting a tattoo and want it to be awesome: book here now, ask for Brian S., and do it quick because he's only there every other week. Read Less

Consistently awesome. Three tattoos done here by two different artists, and have two more tattoos scheduled with two more artists. Joe has been very helping In guiding me toward what will look best in ink while fully respecting my ideas and requests. I can't imagine going anywhere else now. Read Less

Got this awesome tattoo by Brian yesterday. I absolutely love it and he had a great sense of humor while tattooing me. Very clean shop and everyone willing to help out. Will definitely plan on going back again. Read Less

Got this awesome tattoo by Brian yesterday. I absolutely love it and he had a great sense of humor while tattooing me. Very clean shop and everyone willing to help out. Will definitely plan on going back again. Read Less

Went in to get a quote done on my forearm that I have been wanting for a while.  I was able to call and make an appointment a few days prior and even over the phone the staff was super helpful!  Squirrel did my tattoo and it came out GREAT!  He offered some suggestions in terms of size, placement, and font style that were incredibly helpful.  He was very patient when I had a few suggestions of my own and definitely valued my opinion.  I was very impressed with how all of the artists interacted with their clients while I was there.  I will definitely recommend ZaZa Ink to a friend as well as come back for future tattoos!! Read Less

I went in for a simple tattoo, I knew exactly how and where I wanted it. Easy, common area and just a few words. Jeanne was the artist I was paired with. While I was waiting she was talking down to someone who was looking at the jewelry, I could tell the woman was very uncomfortable talking to Jeanne. She gave me her professional opinion on the tattoo; that it wouldn't look right to other people because I wanted it so I could look at it, I thanked her for her honesty but kindly insisted that I wanted it for me and not other people. She proceeded to insult me, my visible tattoo (I was wearing long pants and toed shoes so she couldn't see the ones on my feet or legs and my shirt covered the ones on my back, so she could only see the one on my arm which happened to be the memorial for my grandmother) and made me feel like overall shit.  I respect the professional opinion, it even says on their website that they will give you their professional opinion and are "not trying to be rude." I have NEVER experienced such an unprofessional attitude from a tattoo artist! She also didn't open the needles or disinfected anything in front of me (something you should always witness) When I was receiving the tattoo she had me in a very uncomfortable, and unnecessary position. I had never been so uncomfortable getting a tattoo before. The professional opinion is fine, some people go in not knowing anything about tattoos, however, I have 9 tattoos, 2 portraits, a family saying, a memorial, etc...I moved to Massachusetts in June from Colorado and wanted to find a local artist.  A coworker had just received her first tattoo and it looked great, i loved the line work! She had it done by Squirrel, the apprentice of Zaza, the owner. I highly recommend Squirrel, but never allow Jeanne to touch or even talk to you! Read Less

Love this place they do awesome tattoos the owner Joe is a nice guy and tells you what he thinks and put his touch into every tattoo and he has a good crew of tattoo artist there. Definitely a strong recommendation for anybody that is looking to get ink done. Read Less

Great people to work with. The owner convinced me of the importance of having a wrist tattoo facing the right way to be legible to others. Squirrel did a great job with line work and making my tattoo strong and clear. Read Less

Joe is awesome, honest and very accommodating. We walked in with a friendship quote and a little over two hours later, my friend and I have another gorgeous peice. :) Felipe, here from Brazil did it for us. And regardless of the language barrier, he was absolutely incredible. Such clean work, very gentle! Donating blood hurts worse! I swear I almost fell asleep.. I never wanted any of my future tattoos to be in color, until I saw his portfolio! I hope to book with him again before he makes it back home! All the employees and customers were so sweet and it was too homey in there... I think I may have found my second home.. Thank you all again!! :) 10/10 Read Less

I'm from out of town and called asking if they do walk ins, they do. The thing I really liked about this place was their HONESTY. If they don't think your tattoo idea will age well in a certain spot they will tell you and give you insight. I'm not an artist and always admit to needing guidance and suggestions with my ideas, and was very pleased with the work I left with. It's refreshing to have found such a professional place, in the past I've seen walk ins come with crazy ideas and the artist just going along with it to get their money. Props to Zaza! Read Less

Great team atmosphere. Artists work together to make certain your work is everything you dreamed up. Great pointers on how to make the tattoo look better and in the end the work was done very well. This was my 2nd tattoo there and my wife also has one from them. Unless you are a fan of laser removal, stick with the professionals. Nothing but good things to say. Highly recommend. Read Less

Got my first tattoo here with Jeanne and she was great. The girl at the front is also great she answered all my ridiculous questions a couple days after when I called. I'm so happy with my experience and my tattoo!! � Read Less

Had my first experience here last week and if given the chance I would do it all over again! Brian S. really out did himself with my tattoo and everyone was so nice and honest with a *great* sense of humor. Read Less

I came to Joe with many components that have very special meaning to me and asked him if he would be able to combine them all together. Not only was he able to bring it to fruition, he EXCEEDED my expectations. I broke down in tears because it was so beautiful. I just got my tattoo yesterday, so I will wait until some of the redness subsides before posting my beautiful piece of art. Joe is a consummate professional and an incredible artist. This was my first tattoo, but will not be my last. I am overjoyed with how my tattoo came out. Thank you so much Joe. I will be back for more.❤️ Read Less

Got my first tattoo with Brian and he made the process easy and enjoyable. Made sure I was okay and taught me a lot during the process! Thank you, Brian and Zaza Ink, will definitely recommend you and might come back for another tattoo in the future! � Read Less

I had my first tattoo done here back in November. It was my first tattoo, and it came out beautiful. They were so friendly, and Brian took my original design and made it so beautiful. The whole experience was amazing, and I can't wait to come back! You guys are awesome. Read Less

All 8 tattoos I have are either from Joe or Brian, and I would be extremely hesitant to go anywhere else. I trust Joe's artistic ability and honesty... same goes for his staff by default. You can give them a basic idea and youll get something even better than you imagined in your head. Between myself and the rest of my family we have easily gotten at least 60 tattoos, and I will always recommend zaza for all piercings as well. Now I just need to get more.... Read Less

Brian s. killed it in my session, Always love what I get done here and love the staff. Joe has the best shop I've seen in central mass and I'm more than positive new england as well, can't wait to finish my sleeve here Read Less

I went in with a slight idea of a piece I wanted to do and Brian Soldano came up with the perfect design. It was my first tattoo so I was a bit nervous about the price, but was given an extremely generous rate. Brian is an amazing guy who does amazing work. Read Less

I just got back from getting my ears pierced here. After reading about how piercings done at tattoo places are much safer than those done with guns at the mall, I began to look for a good place nearby. One place was rated highly, but when I called about pricing they said it would be $95 for both ears for a simple earlobe piercing! I'm a broke college student. Not happening.I am so glad I chose Zaza instead. I am 20, and have never had any piercings before now. The woman who did it was very kind and explained absolutely everything. Everything was clean, and she took the time to make sure the markings were perfect before piercing my ears. Even better was the fact that it was $30 for both ears. I wish I didn't have to have barbells (the onlytype they will use right after an earlobe piercing), but it is only six weeks, so I'll live. :) Read Less

Just stopped in here to have a piercing removed  that was done wrong that was infected that i had done elsewhere '! Let me say this... how proffessional and nice they were Joe pulled it out with so little.discomfort cleaned it and told me how to care for the scaring so i can have it redone !! I am so glad i just popped on here and I WILL DEFINATELY RETURN in 6 months to get my piercing redone.!! Joe thank you so much i will recommend all my friends to you and i will be back !!   5 stars in my book  wish i could give more !! Read Less

I walked into Zaza with a crappy back tattoo not knowing what to expect and I was referred to Squirrel, one of their newer artists. With very little input from me and one week to think about it, he came up with an amazing partial cover and additions to my back piece that I had never thought of. While he worked on the piece he kept checking in with me to see how I was doing, and to let me know what he was doing. He also wasn't afraid to check in with other artists and get their input as he worked. 3 or 4 hrs later I left with a piece of art that completely transformed my original tattoo and left me wanting to add even more.. And when I do I'm definitely going back to him. Super happy customer! Read Less

My boyfriend got his first tattoo done at Zaza ink and he could not have been more happy with the result. Absolutely no complaints! The artist's name was Ryan Kobus and he would recommend him to anyone. True professional, at all times made sure he was ok and happy with the plan. He listened to everything he said and gave him EXACTLY what he wanted. Absolutely great guy and tattoo artist. He will be coming back to book an appointment with him again for sure. Read Less

***Fantastic***A friend of mine recommend Zaza Ink.  I walked into a clean, friendly and VERY knowledge staff. I was lucky enough to have caught the owner, Joe off a last minute cancellation he had. Joe talked me through everything, he told me "this tattoo is yours" he also educated me on color, how the skin will change the tattoo over time etc.  All this was exactly what I needed for my first tattoo.  The whole experience was AWESOME!! Even though my tattoo was priced at the shop minimum, you would have thought I was spending thousands (would have paid 3x what I did).  There wasn't a rush (all my questions).  I will admit, I'm on the preppy side, I thought I was going to be given a stare or 2...nope, everyone was great, I felt very comfortable.I'm so glad I went here, I wouldn't have changed a thing. Thank you so much Joe! ...and Squirrel too:) I love my tattoo!!! Read Less

I came in there with a friend who'd recently had her belly button pierced and I recently had gotten my tongue pierced. We asked to see jewlery to replace both of our new piercings and they told me that a tongue piercings ruins teeth (mind you I'm sure they wouldn't have said that if I'd actually GOTTEN it done there) and basically shamed us out of the store. If you're not a "biker" type they do not care for you. Very judgemental. I would never go back....unless I was accompanied by Jax & Gemma Teller. Read Less

Got my first tattoo there after researching shops in the area. I first went to one on Shrewsbury St and was not impressed way over priced the artist told me to book out 2 full days for my piece. Zaza was my second stop and I was impressed with the whole experience. Joe did a one of a kind tattoo that came out better than I could of imagined unbelievable piece of art and it only took a1/4 of the time. Best tattoo shop around Read Less

Best tattoo artists and shop. PERIOD.I have been coming to get tattooed by Joe (ZaZa) Peterson quite a few times.Incredible person and Artist... truely, the meaning of Artist.Great, clean, good looking shop. Great artists and very welcoming and friendly environment. Highly recommended for all your tattooing and piercing needs.Very highly satisfied. Read Less

I did not even get my tattoo today that I went there to get. I have never been treated so horribly in my life and honestly I will never go back to Zaza Ink. I've never written a review on Yelp before but I left this tattoo shop so upset and in shock that I want other people to know how awfully i was treated. I went there to get a tattoo of a quote vertically down my spine, very simple and easy, I never thought it would be such a problem. From the second I walked in there I felt completely judged (probably because I don't have any visible tattoos) like I shouldn't even be there. The girl at the front desk is so rude; over the phone and in person. The guy who was going to do my tattoo was so mean and judgmental and was criticizing me without even knowing my name or anything about me. He asked me what my tattoo was going to be and after I told him he completely judged me and thought I was just some dumb girl who wanted a tattoo on my back because I thought it would look cute. He continued to tell me that my tattoo was stupid and it was something I thought looked cute on Pinterest but really was a dumb idea. He told me it was bullshit that I was getting it for myself, since I cannot look at my back, and said I was only getting it for other people to see on the beach. He probably criticized my tattoo idea for a good 20 minutes, I couldn't believe how disrespectfully he was talking to me. I have never been treated so horribly by someone I was giving my business to in my life. I left the shop in awe that that is how they treat their customers (or probably just me because I'm a young girl without a hundred tattoos). If he asked me anything about myself he would know that I have several tattoos, just not visible for other people, because they are for me and not anyone else. I know this review is incredibly long but I needed to voice my feelings and what I experienced when I went to zaza ink. I would never recommend this tattoo shop to anyone, and I am so disappointed with my experience there. Read Less

Just got a simple black quote tattoo on my ribs from Amber.  She did a great job and didn't take too long either. Prices are very reasonable as well. I was in and out within an hour. I called same day and was able to get an hour slot. Read Less

I had dermal piercings on my hips done years ago at piercing emporium. I had always been a huge fan of piercing emporium and would tell everyone I knew to go there...up until tonight. My first dermal jewel fell out a year ago and when I went to ask piercing emporium to take it out, no one ever seemed to be around. I then decided to go to miraculous creations where they convinced me to never under any circumstance have the other one removed. I was an extreme pain days later from them digging around trying to find the piercing then cutting me open and leaving a bigger scar then need. Earlier today I was at the beach and realized my second jewel had fallen out. After gritting my teeth I decided I needed to get it removed. I called both piercing emporium and miraculous and neither of them had anyone that was around to just look at the spot on my body. When I called Zaza at 8 at night I figured I'd get the same response. To my surprise the lady who answered the phone told me she could get Joe to come back in and look at me. To me this already spoke volumes, he wasn't there but yet they were willing to call him and he said he'd come in. Great customer service. When I arrive Joe went into great detail and explained to me why after spending 150 dollars both dermals had fallen out. This is something that should have clearly been explained to me when I was getting them, but wasn't. He went into a background about himself and how he has come to study dermals and dermal removals. He made me feel much more calm about getting it removed after my terrible experience at the last place. All in all I didn't feel a thing and it was over in a few short minutes. This place is clean and has great customer service. Definitely won me over and will recommend it to everyone Read Less

I came in with a rough drawing of the tattoo I wanted. Joe fixed it up a little and made some changes. Initially I thought he was not a very nice guy since he kind of seemed annoyed or moody, but once he was almost finished with my tattoo he started to chat a bit and was much friendlier. The way I see it, he was just really focused on his work. Anyways--the tattoo ended up costing less than I thought it would and I love it. I had it done to represent a non-profit organization that I have been following for many years and am so proud to have it on my body. Even if you do not go to Joe, this tattoo place is professional and clean and I am sure anyone here is very talented. The place is cozy and has more of a home feel than a tattoo parlor--and I honestly like that so much more. Read Less

I made an appointment with Shawn, and put down a deposit. I had to break the appointment.I made another appointment with Shawn, and put down some more money. I had to break that appointment too.The third time, I just took the friggin day off of work. I really didn't have any idea what to expect, but after explaining everything to Shawn (who was super patient and great) he came back with exactly what I wanted.  He took a few minutes to setup the transfer and all that. I chilled and watch some TV while he got ready.The actual tattoo was pretty straightforward if you've ever had a tattoo.  Mine took about an hour and some change, and during that time I just chatted with Shawn, and listened to music while he did his thing.I'm really happy with how it came out, the overall professionalism of the shop, the cleanliness, and how I was treated. I'm not sure I'll be back soon, but when I decide to get another tattoo, I'll be back here. Read Less

Joe is a super talented artist (understatement) and I am honored to have his work on my body.  I made the 6 hour drive to the Coeur D'Alene Tattoo expo in 2010 for two reasons and one of them was Joe's awesome work.  He was professional, accommodating to my odd schedule even though he was at an expo, and although he was faced with the challenge of putting a large white dove on my naturally dark skin, he met the challenge and in the end the piece came out better than expected.  I look forward to having more work done by him in the future and I know I will be just as happy then as I was before. Read Less