Monsters Ink

Came in here for a couples tattoo… For some that’s better than a couples massage, we’re that couple! Turtle and everyone took awesome care of us. Brought us right in, worked with us on what we wanted and vwalla… Great people, great service, if there was 6 stars I’d give them that!

My piercer was Sami and she pierced my traigus. She was incredibly nice and sweet and knew greatly of her profession. I would definitely recommend this place to a friend, and I hope to be returning soon!

Loved this place, went here the other day to get my industrial pierced by Sami. I would definitely recommend her if you are going to get some holes poked in you. She is the best!

TRUST YOUR INTSINCT Wanted a simple full moon tattoo. The minuet I went in I felt unwelcoming vibes from the tattoo artist who had a cold attitude. Didn’t even talk with me about the tattoo and pressured me into making the decision then and there. NO COMMUNICATION. he ended up free balling the design i had handpicked prior. Filled with anxiety the entire process. Was completely unsatisified with end result (to say the least). and have now been infected for over a week. trust me when I say DON’T GO HERE, or be a fool…

Loved the customer service overall great experience. Sami did my nipple piercing she is a pro and made me feel extremuely comfortable.

Saw 4.5 stars, thought we would try it out. Me and a friend tried getting 2 small tattoos on our ankle, ying-​yang signs… They were the rudest people. From the beginning they started making comments about the tattoo being complicated because it was asymmetrical and it being a bad idea. Even if they were joking, which they didn’t seem do be, you don’t say that. There’s nothing complicated about a ying yang sign. Prices were being flopped everywhere from 40 – 80 each. They probably thought we were young, rich and dumb. Upon telling them we did not want to go through with it, due to the fact that they were going to charge us $ 80 each for a poker chip sized tattoo of a ying yang sign, one artist got very aggresive and even started yelling at us as we left. «That’s fine, when someone else messes it up, come back here and we’ll fix it for free. Lose the attitude». No attitudes were given on our part. Never a smile or a feeling of comfort from them. Sketchy place. Wouln’t reccomend at all.

I went in and got my nose (nostril) pierced and it was clean and quick. The two people working were friendly and offered us waters while my friend and I filled out our information. The woman who pierced my nose was funny and kept telling me stories about her piercings which calmed me down, since I was nervous. She talked me through the whole process and it barely hurt when she pushed the needle through, and I have a low pain tolerance. While they were friendly, the workers were also very professional and I will definitely come back here and recommend it to friends.

I went to Monsters Ink to have a revision of my tattoo completed by Julian. The shop is clean and organized. Julian did a fantastic job revising my tattoo, and he made me feel very comfortable during the entire process. Upon completion of my tattoo I was provided with very detailed care instructions and, I was encouraged to call the shop with any questions or concerns. I highly recommend this shop, and I will definitely be returning for my next tattoo.

Poor customer service, not knowledgable, bad selection. They get two stars because the guy I talked to had a tattoo on his eyeball

Julian the owner of the shop did an absolutely amazing job on my tattoo and my aunts. I couldn’t be more thankful to have been referred to him as he did such a fantastic job. I would highly recommend to anyone who’s looking for a clean, awesome, professional shop!

I came in the other night to get my septum pierced. I was nervous but eager to face my fear, the devastatingly handsome Chris eased my trembles with some witty humor. As I laid back for my piercing I got lost into his dreamy eyes and before I knew it, it was over (pun intended). Not only does he have Channing Tatum looks, he also has the smooth touch of an angel. My septum piercing came out great and it was minimal pain. Thank you Chris!

I had heard a lot of hype around town and various social media about Monsters Ink before we showed up to have a little «piercing party», as we had found out they were having a promo night of $ 13 piercings. I was pretty excited, but nowhere near as much as the girls were. This was going to be a bonding experience for the two of them. The plan was that Jinx was planning on getting her tragus pierced, I was going to get my septum done, and my daughter wanted a simple two lobe job. First we were told that to have my daughter’s earlobes pierced, I would need to take a release form to be notarized. Yo bro, I am her father, and she has full permission from myself as well as her mother (and grandparents too if you’re so concerned). but then again this is a business and CYA is the name of the game given the liability issues that can arise given the sheer amount of morons who love to sue here in SoFla. I do not like it, but I get it, at least I think I do. Seems like you could take down all of my info and have me sign the form or whatever, but then the real bomb drops. we were told they do not pierce earlobes. really? really? Wtf are you guys talking about you don’t pierce earlobes?
Years ago, piercing was a trade that I dabbled in. and earlobes are the first thing you learn to do (and traditionally, it’s the first piercing most people get), so i really don’t understand why anyone can go to the mall and have their or their kid’s ears punctured with a filthy clip gun with literally anyone claiming to be a guadian (without identification) signing a release whereas in this pro shop, direct parental consent (with identification) is not honored. So I guess it’s the double whammy of you need to go have this form notarized and we don’t pierce earlobes anyway.
Needless to say, the whole experience aside from the (strange as it may seem) professional demeanor of the reception. While I realize that this review is negative, it is also fair. The staff were very nice and did not come off as rude, it’s not their policy as they just work there. They were friendly, and who can bitch about a pro piercing (excluding genitals and dermals as they cost more)(oh yeah don’t forget earlobes because they don’t do that) for $ 13? And the kicker is, I still want to go back for work because as far as piercings go, the rep is solid, though despite what you read on Unilocal,the tats here are merely a bit above average as opposed to stellar.

Love this place. Clean, and friendly and very professional. I didn’t feel intimidated like I normally do stepping into tattoo shops. Very welcoming staff, and a sense of humor! Haha. Chris pierced my belly and septum piercings for me and they look great! And I was given proper care instructions. I love this place and the the staff is great. I will definitely come back for any future tattoos/​piercings

Hands down, Monsters Ink is the best tattoo and piercing studio I’ve been to. Everyone is so friendly, unlike some tattoo shops that seem condescending or can make you feel intimated and not welcomed. Tattoos and piercings alike should be a fun experience (duhhh) and Monsters Ink has gotten it right! I walked in to discuss a possible tattoo and walked out with a new piercing! Not because they forced a sale on me, but because of how comfortable and welcomed I felt. The place exudes a fun atmosphere — perfect for their Fort Lauderdale beach location! As a local, it’s the only shop I’ll go to now, and I would recommend it to both locals and tourists alike! Julian is crazy talented at what he does, Chris made it so I questioned if I even had gotten a piercing (zero pain, and I’m a baby), and the rest of the crew are equally as amazing and will make you laugh and make sure you have great time while you’re there. I’ll be back!

My husband and I planned our honeymoon in ft lauderdale. And I had wanted a half sleeve since I met him 3 years ago. I couldn’t build the courage to spend money on myself when we had a wedding a new house and a little dog to pay for. A few months before the wedding I told him if I don’t do it on our honeymoon I won’t ever do it. He said its time. And of course I gotta get something too. So I did my research. I checked reviews Facebook pages Google albums locations and the one name that constantly caught my eye was Julian. So I looked deeper and did some creepin to see who and what Julian does. I saw his name on a review from a tattoo shop not called monsters ink, I was like hmm two people named Julian working on the same street. Coincidence? Doubt it. Come to find out Julian opened his own shop monsters ink and no longer works for the first shop I looked at the review. So it’s no coincidence, it’s the same man that followed his passion and opened a bad ass shop that he could call his own. I sent Julian emails/​texts pictures explaining what I was looking for. He responded to me right away, made me feel super comfortable, not like I was another tourists annoying him. My husband and I got into south Florida on a Sunday, that night we finally met Julian saw his shop talked over the tattoo again. Paid the deposit and scheduled for the last night we were out there. I’m a strong headed stubborn woman and if I get a bad vibe there’s no fucking way I’m letting someone tattoo me. I felt like Julian saw inside my head and saw my vision. I left feeling like it was meant to be. So we came in on Friday saw the sketch and bam our appointment was the next day. This tattoo is more than just lifelong ink, it’s something that means a lot to me, something I will always treasure and something I get to look at every day for the rest of my life. Julian’s work is amazing. His attention to detail, creative mind and awesome personality exceded my expectations. I have 9 tattoos all from different people and I never sat in a chair and felt so comfortable in my life. It was as if we knew each other. It was worth waiting for 3 years it was worth sacrificing expensive honeymoon dinners. This is a memory and a beautiful piece of art I get to have forever. My husband got a ribbon one side for lymphoma one for breast cancer to honor both his grandmothers. Again. Beautiful work. The shop has great staff. You can tell he loves what he does and works hard every day. If your looking for a place that doesn’t make you feel like a tourist, makes you feel welcomed, comfortable and won’t jerk you around monsters ink is the way to go. I will never forget my time there and I’m grateful to have Julian’s art on my arm. Thank you guys for ending our honeymoon perfectly. I wish you were in Chicago but I know we will see each other one day again.

Monsters Ink helped us finish our bachelorette party off in the best way! The bride to be got an amazing tattoo and four of us got piercings! The place was clean and friendly. They even gave us waters and sodas :) I was highly pleased with Monsters Ink. Please stop by if you are in the area!

Turtle is the man! Walked in with a picture… Walked out with the same picture on my arm! Very detailed, professional and reasonably priced! If/​when I’m ever back down here I will definitely go back for an accompaniment work! Thanks again, great work!

I went with a girlfriend to Monsters Ink for a smallish tattoo. Kelly did an amazing job going over fonts and quickly drawing origional artwork. From the moment we walked in the door we were happy with our choice in shops. it was super clean and the staff, Chris (purple) and Kelly were so nice. It felt like I was hanging out with friends. my tattoo came out so cute and the procedure was nearly pain free. I will definitely return for more work and will send as many people as I can their way. Monsters Ink is a truly professional place.

After over ten years of having my arm tattooed by Julian Spaan I still get complimented on it. The design and the colors still catch the eye and start conversations. I would always recommend Julian first for anyone who inquires about getting some ink done. I have quite a few pieces of his and I wouldn’t go anywhere else (even though he did move on me out of state). ;-)
He is very professional and always worked with me to get the design I wanted. The man has talent and I am proud to wear his artwork.

I couldn’t be happier with the tattoo Julian put on me. it’s beautiful, and a prime example of the fact that his work speaks for itself! this is where you want to go if you want great quality tattoos that will stand the test of time.