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All Star Tattoos
Categories: Beauty and Spas Tattoo Beauty and Spas Piercing Tattoo, Piercing [Edit]
8601 Olive BlvdSaint Louis, MO 63130
Neighborhoods: University City, West End
(314) 692-7827
- Nearest Transit:
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Olive Blvd @ Hays Ave (91, GL)
Skinker @ Vernon Ave (91)
Vernon Ave @ Eastgate Ave (2)
- Hours:
Mon-Sun 12 pm - 10 pm
- Price Range:
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$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Parking:
- Private Lot
- By Appointment Only:
- No
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
16 reviews for All Star Tattoos
16 reviews in English
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Review from Lauren R.
Saint Louis, MO
2/1/2012 1 Check-in Here
I had a tattoo on my side that needed to be fixed. Not only did Ryan take the time to really figure out the best method to cover what needed help, he wanted to make sure that I was happy with the changes before he tattooed me.
We went back and forth on different options before deciding on one that turned out fabulous. The rest of the staff was helpful and encouraging with everything. It's always difficult to spend time and money on a tattoo you have to get fixed a year and a half later, but I'm glad I came to All Star. Great group! I'll be back! -
Review from Jenny D.
St Louis, MO
4/12/2012 4 Check-ins Here
Best place to get a top notch tattoo..... hours of operation are incorrect listed on here... Allstar is open from noon to nine Monday thru Saturday and noon to eight on Sunday. Walk-ins all day on Friday's and Saturday's.
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Review from Stephanie S.
Maplewood, MO
11/1/2011 1 Check-in Here
What in the whaaa? So I know it's 2011, and getting a tattoo is not a big deal anymore, but for this girl, it was HUGE.
I knew that for my first (and probably only) tattoo, I'd want it to be something that held some significance to me.
So anyway...I thought of something that was really important to me. I grabbed my sister (who happens to know her way around tattoos!), and we headed to AllStar.
Like everyone else said, the place is meticulously clean. I felt immediately at ease, other than...you know -- the buzzing of the tattoo guns. Ahhh! That sound freaks me out!
Since my tattoo was small and simple, I didn't need to make an appointment. The girl simply asked what I wanted done, and I told her. Then my tattoo artist, Andy, came out and introduced himself. I told him what I wanted, and he listened carefully and asked me a few follow up questions.
Then he went to the back to draw up something for me.
After a few minutes, he came out with a sketch. We tweaked it a bit until it was exactly what I wanted, and then we went back to his station.
I plopped on the chair, gritted my teeth, and Andy went to work. There may have been some squealing. My sister thought it was funny enough to get on video. I'll kill her if it ever gets out.
Before I knew it, the tattoo was done. Seriously -- 2 minutes. It hurt, but it wasn't the worst pain in my life. And Andy did a great job and was completely professional.
He handed me some paperwork on tattoo care, and I paid and was on my way!
I stare at my ink every chance I get. I'm so in love with it. It's perfect. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. -
Review from Leah Z.
Lake Stevens, WA
3/9/2010 ROTD 6/21/2010
My first tattoo experience was a really good one. Whew! After hearing many friends tell stories of tattoo artists (in general) who tend to be cocky and jerky and ruining their first experience at getting a tattoo, I tried to do my research first. I didn't want to feel like a piece of cattle, walking in- getting inked and shoved back out the door.
I'm very glad I picked All Star because I experienced NONE of that.
I wouldn't say I bonded with anyone there- but the girl behind the counter was friendly and didn't give any bad vibes. I came in an entire month in advance with some ideas- and Rob ended up helping me out. I explained everything I wanted and set my appointment a month later (I doubt that he was booked that far in advance, I just wanted it the next month). I paid the $20 deposit for an appointment and left him with my ideas & printouts for him to sketch up.
I came back one week prior to my appt with some more artwork to further tweak the design and he seemed cool with it.
When I went to my appointment, I was worried I might not like what he'd sketched - but I loved it. Everything else went smoothly. He didn't seem to mind I had 4 friends staring down at him working, and he promised to let us know if it bothered him. He was rather quiet during the 2 hours, but still seemed concerned with my comfort level. He seemed like a really nice guy.
So yay! Good experience and a gorgeous tattoo! I've joined the club now ;) -
Review from Christine F.
Saint Louis, MO
9/26/2010
Welp, not much to say that's not already been said.
I went here for nipple piercings. Did me and my friends nipple piercings at the same time and gave us a discount for us both coming in. It came out to like...4 boobies for the price of 3, or something.
Unfortunately I don't remember the name of the artist or the price (this is what happen when you try to review a place 2 years later) but I remember it being reasonable.
Good experience. Friendly, knowledgable staff. I was there a few times for various things, whether it be piercings or follow-ups/jewelry changes and such, and they were always very sweet and welcoming (unlike SOME places that act like it's a chore when I want to give them my business). The price was right. Clean. Professional. Non-judgmental. UNPRETENTIOUS. Take that, Iron Age.
If I still lived in West Co, this would be my go-to place. But now Cheap Trx is right in the neighborhood, so I'm going to try them out next.Listed in: Stab me with needles!
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Review from Elle P.
Saint Louis, MO
3/7/2008
This is a great place to go for your tattoo or piercing needs!
The staff is friendly and they know their stuff! They work with you to make sure that your tattoo is exactly what you want.
The shop is decorated in a very cool and creative way and there is plenty of flash art so that you can find just the right artwork to make into your tattoo. They have a sizable variety of body jewelry too!
The artists Nate, Omar, Luke, Dustin, Chelsea and Jeremy are all extremely talented. Their work is some of the best in the STL area!
The piercer, Jason, is great at what he does and can help you pick out the body jewelry that will best suit your piercing!
And Miss Molly is FAB!
No egos, no divas...just straight up cool and professional!! -
Review from Teri D.
8/22/2010
I would've given them 5 stars, but I don't really have anything to compare them to...therefor the 4. But what a great 4 they are!!! I went and got my I was scared chitless first tattoo a couple days ago. I had my design in my hot little trembling hand and went there all by my lil lonesome self. I felt so out of place going there as either everyone in there or going in there was already inked and much younger than me. I was a little scared ink virgin!
The women at the counter were very nice and a few young kids who were waiting with me outside were very cool and encouraging. Shout out to Christopher and Luke and their buddy (sorry I forgot your name, man!) The place was very neat and clean, licenses were displayed on the walls, and of course all of the display art and books. People they were all so encouraging telling me how it might feel, how to care for it, etc.
Ended up getting Luke and although his sense of humor was a bit dry, the man was cool! I had an audience of people watching me and cheering me on as I got inked and they even clapped for me when it was done. Luke was amazingly quick and very good at turning my sheet of paper into my living art.
I highly recommend going here and Luke? I'll be back! -
Review from Lulu W.
Saint Louis, MO
Updated - 5/20/2009
A friend of mine who wants to get a tattoo came up to keep me company and to watch how tattooing goes down.
I needed some cover up work done. I wanted it done soon, so I just made an appointment for the soonest slot, which was with Rob (INSTANT GRATIFICATION, people!). He was still working on someone else when I got there, which is pretty standard. After that was wrapped up, he came out with my piece already perfectly drawn. He stuck it on me and went to work.
I think I sort of fell in love with Rob last night, and I can't recommend going to him enough. He told me he usually only schedules his appointments a week out, rather than scheduling months in advance like you would for one of the other artists there.
He was nice to my friend who had lots of questions and watched for the entire 4.5 hour sitting. High five, Rob!
All Star specializes in custom work, so if you need something drawn, these are your guys. If I understand correctly, they prefer to do custom work Mon-Thurs with occasional walk-ins (small tattoos). Friday and Saturday, they do mostly walk-ins. They also have someone who comes in to do tattoo lightenings, if you need/want a cover up or to remove a tattoo.
After spending some more time there, I am happy to tell you that I would trust any of these guys with my tattoos. If you want to see the work Rob did, feel free to check out my pics.
You have no excuses now. Go get your ink!Listed in: La, la, love you., Rockin' the Suburbs, Smoldering Pocket, Empty…
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7/15/2008
Nate is the only person of his profession I'll let near me. I can't speak on the rest of the staff… Read more »
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Review from Jaffa A.
Saint Louis, MO
8/1/2008
The majority of ink on my body is from All Star. I'm not covered, but I do have quite a bit that becomes more obvious in warmer months (like now) when less is being hidden by sweaters.
A large portion of my tattoos were done by someone who no longer works there, Carrie, who now works at Evermore in Edwardsville. Although I have been sad about her absense (and yes, I could go to Edwardsville, but I don't really want to and I hear she's usually booked far in advance), I have not been deterred from going there. The artists are generally good, not creepy, and even friendly. I feel like sometimes that is hard to say about tattoo parlors.
They're really ethical and I've seen them turn people down for being underage. I think that happens quite a bit. Also, the shop is always clean, which earns big points. After all, a sterile environment is probably one of the most important things on the checklist for a good tattoo shop.
They do have a lot of flash on the walls if you're interested in that, but I would highly suggest bringing in something or at least the idea for something and they'll help you and and modify it to make it work for you. -
Review from David M.
St Louis, MO
7/18/2010
Awesome people, a little cheaper on the price compare to CheapTrx but it has a comparable quality of works. Bought few jewelry from them and they were pretty reasonable. Took few friends to get a tattoo, (they chose this place) and the results was amazing. Nice friendly people, great selections, the place could be bigger and a little bit more private because if I ever get a tattoo I'd like to be in a private room where I can cry and won't be seen by a lot of people but overall a great tattoo parlor.
Also the receptionist girls are amazingly friendly, there used to be a girl named Emily who worked there who was unbelievably helpful. Ryan was an amazing staff as well who helped my friends' and I. Answered every single questions to the tee and upfront about prices. -
Review from Anita T.
Olympia, WA
5/22/2010
It's been a while since I've been here, so it might be better, but this place charges an unnecessary amount for piercings and tattoos. It's definitely clean and you'll get what you want, but to me it lacks character.
It is a convenient place to go if you're out shopping, but it's worth the buck to go somewhere more affordable. -
Review from Cat L.
Glendale, CA
8/5/2009
Ive had nate and jason as my tattoo artists. both did good stuff! fun ppl to hang out with.
jason pierced my nose also. good times! -
Review from jenna c.
8/18/2008
I did ALOT of research. I am seriously SUPER psyched about how my tats turned out. The staff is knowledgeable, the place is spotless, and everyone is so kind and fun. Jason ROCKED my tats on both my feet. He helped me design it, and i really had a blast working with him.... i am THRILLED. All Star knows how to work it....
Listed in: St Louis, MO, Downtown and…
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Review from Danielle A.
Saint Louis, MO
5/23/2010
All I can say is that Ryan is amazing. I will definitely be going back here for all my body-art needs.
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Review from Kelly T.
Belleville, IL
4/1/2010
Omar has done my two pieces, and he's also done one for my girlfriend. The shop is great, and all of the artists are really cool and experienced- I've not seen a piece that I haven't been impressed with. I got my first one there, and even though it could have been a bad or nerve racking experience, everyone in the shop made me feel at home. It's a shop that everyone will feel comfortable in- from a teenage girl to folks covered from head to toe- and everyone has a great time. I think the only days that you can walk in without an appointment is Sat.- the rest of the time is by appt. only. If you want some in, this is the place to do it.
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Review from Melissa C.
Saint Louis, MO
8/2/2010
Awesome job on my tattoo. Despite it's rather painful placement, my artist was pretty comforting during the process. Hope to return soon to complete my work.
