219 Ink

2733 Central Ave, Lake Station, IN 46405, United States
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cr
Review №1

Loved the experience, the guys were cool sociable n made me feel comfortable n did an Awesome job!! Thank u so much!!

Er
Review №2

My first time going to this tattoo shop and I have to say DAM!!!!!! It was clean, professional and everybody there were cool af! GRIM did my nipple piercings(NOT POSTING PIC) he walked me through the whole thing he, also told me how to maintain them Do’s and Dont’s. MOB did my tattoo omg I love it so much and it was perfect he was cool af as well. I will be returning back see y’all soon!! MUCH LOVE GRIM&MOB!!

Vi
Review №3

About a year ago I got my nose pierced and it was incredibly fast, clean and reassuring! I was walked through the entire cleaning process as well. Now, given that my body seems to try to reject piercings (from when I got my ears pierced as a young person) I had a bump in my nose piercing and when I went back with a friend to get their septum pierced by the same guy he took a look at it and gave me the care advice to get rid of it, haven’t seen an infection since!! Thank you for the two times I’ve visited!

As
Review №4

Grim is the BEST body piercer I’ve EVER seen and I have a lot pierced and he’s by far my FAVORITE he’s very gentle, clean, and very nice super knowledgeable to! GO SEE HIM FOR YOUR PIERCING NEEDS!! 100% recommend him! Thank you so much! I hope you see this

Br
Review №5

I had such an amazing experience with my Grim. He pierced my friends double nostril and out of the 10 piercings I’ve gotten I’ve NEVER seen professionalism and cleanliness, he was thorough with explaining aftercare, he went over the proper soaps to use and other ways to clean piercings. 100% coming here for my own piercings in the future!

An
Review №6

I brought my daughter here to get her piercings and she had a great experience. Grim was very friendly, walked my daughter through the piercing process and he made sure to inform my daughter and I on the best after care. He was very thorough! I definitely recommend going here and I intend to come back for any future piercings or tattoos. Thanks again!

Ce
Review №7

I love this place! Grim is an amazing piercer and has done all 5 of my piercings. He always let’s me know in detail how to care for my piercings, that I never have to ask any questions. The entire staff is great! I highly recommend coming here and I plan on getting some tattoo work done. The professionals at 219 Ink, will have me and my friends business for years to come!!!

As
Review №8

Went in last week to get my septum and nostril pierced. Could not have asked for a better experience. Eddie (Grim) took extra care to make sure they were both placed in the sweet spot for my particular nose shape. (Everyone has one.) I am super happy with the placement of both. He also made sure to thoroughly explain the best aftercare process as well as recommendations for jewelry changing.The shop was overall VERY CLEAN. All needles are sterile, single use, and opened/disposed of in front of you. Their process for everything is professional.I will 100% surely be returning!! Probably for ink next time. I have seen a lot of work done by the artists there and they all do great work.(If you havent checked out their Facebook page to see more images of the work they do, I highly recommend doing so.)

Le
Review №9

This was my first time ever visiting this shop, and I had my septum done by Eddie(Grim). This was the most professional and calm piercing experience I’ve ever had! He was very thorough. All the way from explaining what he was doing during the piercing all the way to after care. From the moment we walked in the door, we were greeted and taken care of right away. Very friendly staff, and quality work! Will be returning!

Ey
Review №10

I was a walk in. I was seen right away. The vibe was good. I got three butterflies that represent me and my two daughters. Ive gotten sooo many compliments. Kris did his thang.!

In
Review №11

I had an issue with my nose ring. I couldnt get it out and it was very painful. Grim fixed and changed my nose ring. The staff here are very nice and get the job done professionally. Me and my daughter have gotten all of our tattoos here as well and they do a great job. I will truly recommend 219 ink for tattoos and piercings.

Me
Review №12

I Went to get a piercing down with my friend and my daughter, I chickened out of my piercing but my daughter and friend still got their. Nicely done, laid back environment and everyone is cool... Grim did both piercings and he did an amazing job on making sure the piercings were perfect and he was very knowledgeable about what he was doing and explained after car good. I’ll definitely will be booking him for a tattoo

Ma
Review №13

Ask for Grim, best piercing artist that I know of in the area. Smokey is a veteran to the tattoo game, bro is on point, must get some work done by him! Everyone can agree ThreeDee is an absolute master at coverups and religious style art, he absolutely loves anime art and other styles as well. Their prices are super fair considering how talented they are. Definitely recommend 100%

Da
Review №14

My husband and I go here every other week for tattoos. Grim is his artist and mighty is mine. We absolutely love it here. They are very professional we have never had any issues with our tattoos. All of our tattoos behave come out exactly as we wanted them to. We would recommend this place and these artists to everyone.

Ru
Review №15

I love getting my tattoos done here. The artist (Mike Simakos) is amazing and from the work Ive ween do e the other artists are dope af as well.

Br
Review №16

Miguel always does a great job on my tattoos. Hes fast. It only took him 30 minutes or less to do my last tattoo. He has done two of my tattoos so far. Heres a pic of the last one he did like a week ago. Also the piercer is cool and fast as well.

G.
Review №17

***One of the only places in the area offering walk ins!***Sanitary and clean. They have merchandise available for purchase (shirts, hoodies, and some tobacco smoking pipes) They offer tattoos and piercings and have a pool table to play while you wait.Reasonably priced and cool staff. Our tattoos healed up really well and look great!Ask for KRILL.

jo
Review №18

After hour and hours of calling multiple shops, I found 219 ink that was able to accept me as a walk in for my dermal piercing. Although when i initially came in the piecer Eddie (Grim) was washing his equipment but was still able to get me in shortly after. He was not only a very nice and genuine guy, he also was very professional and informed me of the procedure ( how it works, the after care & everything i needed to know about caring for my piercing). I would highly recommend 219 ink to anyone that wants a piercing and also highly recommend Eddie. Overall very satisfied & will definitely be back.

La
Review №19

Staff was friendly, talented, and creative. I will be returning and will be referring others to this establishment. My son was very happy with his results. All the artists are great. Smokey hooked my son up. Thanks!

Jo
Review №20

My girls got nose piercings from Grim. Extremely satisfied. Clean and professional, knew his stuff, explained the process and the after care. Will definitely return for any other piercings in the future.

Am
Review №21

It was my first time visiting the shop and went in for nipple piercings. Grim was the piercer and was very professional and informative. He explained the process step by step and aftercare. Extremely pleased with the results!

Me
Review №22

Friendly, clean, super cool staff, thank you Damon for the excellent tattoos

Si
Review №23

Went there on 9-5-2019 to get a tattoo that another shop would not do. I happened to get the sane artist that had done a tat for me a couple of years ago...Miguel. He enhanced the pic I had and made it happen. He is an awesome guy and a talented tattoo artist. The price was reasonable and it didnt take a lot of time. I will be going back to see him again. Thank you Miguel!!!

El
Review №24

Got my nose pierced by Eddie (aka Grim). Ive had it done twice before by other places, but it was never placed right, and always got infected. I was soooo nervous to get it done again because the 2 times before this one was extremely painful and didnt end well. I barely felt anything this time and its healing great! Eddie was reassuring and so kind. Ill definitely be suggesting 219 Ink to friends and family. The only complaint I have is that the music was a tad too loud. Im partially deaf and it was impossible to hear them with masks on lol. Its definitely not a deal breaker at all.

Da
Review №25

Got a tattoo here over a year ago that never got better after it healed. I dont know what the artist did but not only was it the worst tattoo I have ever gotten I asked him to outline another one and he somehow ruined one that was a great tattoo I just simply wanted it outlined to stand out more. I wont ever spend my money here again, I thought after time it would get better but but the ink faded big time and it looks as if there are chunks that werent filled in. The whole experience has caused me to stop getting tattoos. Then when I use to get haircuts next door I walked by and seen the guy in a car that reeked of weed several times so that caused me to think maybe the guy wasnt in the best state of mind when I got my tattoo, either way very unprofessional and considering it was a small tattoo and I didnt even get a good price but I was willing to pay for good art work but that never became true. Overall the entire experience was a complete rip off!

Of
Review №26

Very Amazing tatto artist and high quality work, I had two tattos done today and everything went great. The comic books made me feel that the Artist was very Awesome and down to earth. Ill definitely be back for more Tattos and touch ups.

Re
Review №27

Grim showed love! Definitely recommended!

jo
Review №28

If I could I would give 0 stars walked in everyone was high or drunk. Stood at counter for 10 min waiting to get my daughters nose pierced. When the guy that came up said sorry didnt see you there after he already said hi when we walked in. I wouldnt let them pierce themselves...

Bi
Review №29

They are the shiznit great artist! The only place i get tatted! Family friendly (Bink)

Ru
Review №30

I dropped in to skin-document a small segment of my recent life. D was working a spot, he did an old school (carbon paper transfer) I was amazed at how the final ink looked. I have some other work I need done.. 219 Ink and Darius will hook me up!

Vi
Review №31

Grimm is an amazing piercing artist. He is the only person who I get my piercings done from. Great conversation and very friendly! 10/10 would recommend!!

Ti
Review №32

My fiance and I went to 219 ink for the first time for tattoos and the guy that did our tattoos was Mighty (Miguel) did an amazing job on both tattoos. I have to say he takes time in his work but fast at it too and very reasonable prices I would definently recommend going to this place

Bi
Review №33

I highly recommend getting your piercings from here. GRIM did a Great job on my nose piercing. Hes very professional and informative on the after care.

Ra
Review №34

Grim is amazing!! Got my son in last minute... and awesome work!!! Everyone there was cool! Good first experience and definitely going back!

De
Review №35

Big Shout out to Krill and all the guys at 219ink!! Showed me nothing but love, great hospitality and good vibes. Will be back soon. Highly Recommend 💯

Du
Review №36

I love my tattoo, I was being so difficult and iffy about details and my artist didnt complain once, artwork wise he passed up my expectations hella my tattoo came out even better than I could imagine. Miguel was so chill n didnt rush me or make me feel uncomfortable at all. Definitely my go-to tattoo studio now. Yall should go here for any style for real they know what theyre doing.

An
Review №37

They did a great job on my tattoo. Smokie was my artist and he delivered some clean lines and neat shading on my tattoo. I am so in love with it and the execution. I will definitely be going back

Af
Review №38

Horrible experience, tattoo artist did not listen to anything I said / wanted. I hate the tattoo I have. I was told Id get a refund, but never did. Awful place.

Ja
Review №39

Nice little spot. got my first tattoo there and will definitely be back for more

4N
Review №40

Went to 219 ink in pack station Gary Indiana they made me pay 140$! Just for some fire flames on my hand I asked why so much just for some fire flames Ah guy told me because it’s art is good and he gone make it pop this how my tattoo came out and they won’t even respond to me now so now I’m mad and they took good money from me that wasn’t even worth for this tattoo !don’t do to 219 ink trash tattoo shop 👌🏾💯

al
Review №41

GRIM GRIM GRIM GRIM GRIM LOVE HIM!! THR VIBES ARE ON POINT, HE MADE ME FEEL SO COMFORTABLE, HE WALKED ME THROUGH EVERY STEP DURING MY PIERCING PROCESS!! VERY PROFESSIONAL I HIGHLY RECOMMEND COMING TO 219 INK TO GET YOUR PIERCINGS

Ki
Review №42

My first time there to get my nose pierced ..THE TATTOO Artist was very professional had respect. I would definitely tell somebody else to come here to get their tattoos and piercing. Done

Je
Review №43

I just got my FIRST tatt done by JoJo(Joann) a week ago! And for it being my first time, she did an AWESOME job! She made me feel super comfortable and she did a wonderful job with the art of the pictures I sent her and capturing of what I wanted to have done. I will be returning back to JoJo for my future art work very SOON! Thnx again girl you did AWESOME!! If your looking for someone to get tatted by I HIGHLY recommend JoJo at 219 INK!

Ka
Review №44

Got my monroe piercing done here and it is not healing properly at all. I am doing every single thing they recommended and nothing. Will not visit this location again.

He
Review №45

Eddie was my piercer and he was amazing!!!! Made the whole process go smooth and I was beyond comfortable!!!! Will be going to him for all my future ones!!!

It
Review №46

Grimm was wonderful and professional I didn’t even feel a thing! Highly recommended

Ga
Review №47

They have one artist I have been with getting tattoos and my grandson also I would recommend Mighty very good work not too high on prices .

Al
Review №48

I recommend going to Smokey he did exactly what we asked and my mom and i gave matching tats and they look identical highly recommend

Da
Review №49

I got a portrait done here. Its absolutely gorgeous! Im in love with my tattoo and wont go anywhere else but here for another tattoo

Ro
Review №50

Miguel is very good at his job!!! I would recommend asking for him nice guy good personality and of course great work!!

ji
Review №51

I get my tattoos there and I keep going back. Best place Ive found. My daughter has gotten piercings there also

Ch
Review №52

Shout out to Damon and everyone else there. Always clean, professional and cool. Will definitely be back.

Ad
Review №53

Kris did an awesome job

Pa
Review №54

Stopped to get estimate on a few tats I wanted done. Spoke to Smoky who gave me my answer. Their tats start out at 100

Na
Review №55

Amazing job!!! My friends and I go there for almost every tattoo!!! Love it!!! The people are pretty rad too!!

Je
Review №56

219 Ink did their thang on mine and da hubbys tattoo, 3D and Smokie are the bomb and we will most def be going back to get more ink asap!

Ta
Review №57

Shout out to the best tattoo shop in the game!!!!

Ca
Review №58

Only place i will ever go to for a tattoo, Jojo (joanna) does an incredible job, i absolutely love my tattoo!!

As
Review №59

Loved the atmosphere and playing a game of pool after my piercing, was taken care of perfectly

Sa
Review №60

Eddie pierced my nose and did AMAZING love him had a lot of fun

Is
Review №61

Eddy pierced my nose and it was a great experience! It was quick and easy :)

La
Review №62

Love my tattoo thanks krill always professional art work on point

As
Review №63

Gram⭐️did a great job with my nose piercing and I really really love it ❤️❤️

Ke
Review №64

Great personalities. They have great customer service and do fantastic work.

Ne
Review №65

Mob Ink did a dope piece for me on my scalp. Wonderful artist!!!

M
Review №66

Cool setting, right by everything. Clean place.I like the artwork in the 1st booth lol.

fi
Review №67

Great work.. She loves it. Very professional in a relaxed atmosphere

Ed
Review №68

Great environment great artist laid back place to get tatted this is the only place ill go to get tatted S/O 219 INK

La
Review №69

Krill is the best I love his work they all are professional

La
Review №70

The artist there are amazing they are professional. Shop is clean.

St
Review №71

Friendly.Educated. Great group of guys. Great work. Clean environment.

Ap
Review №72

Thank you Grim.Pierced my daughter nose.Did an excellent job.Talked her through the whole process.

Fr
Review №73

BEST TATTOO SHOP IVE BEEN TO, ARTIST MAKE YOU FEEL AT HOME, GOOD PRICES & GREAT VIBES#219INK

lu
Review №74

Chris is the Man.....he hella good

Je
Review №75

We loved it.. we love the atmosphere everybody was helpful we love the vibe

Ru
Review №76

The Trap AKA 219 Ink got the best tattoo artist in the area!!

t
Review №77

3 dee does amazing work!

el
Review №78

Cool guys look scary talked about comics and law sweet place

Su
Review №79

They are awesome!! And do amazing work!!

El
Review №80

Great work!!! Krill is the best

Cr
Review №81

Told me to bring my son to peirce his ears no other place would

Wa
Review №82

Excellent work and service

Jo
Review №83

Love this place, its like my 2nd home

Ko
Review №84

Great service. Everyone’s very friendly!

Pe
Review №85

The dopest tattoo shop in the G

Ma
Review №86

Love this place great prices and good ink

Da
Review №87

Eddy is an amazing tattoo artist!

Er
Review №88

30 min wait turned into over 2 hours.

21
Review №89

Love the black ink they gave me

Ch
Review №90

Great Artists and good people!!

ce
Review №91

My boy did a good job

An
Review №92

Nice people and not bad on price

Am
Review №93

Good place to get tattoos and pircings

vi
Review №94

Great shop full of great artist

Ab
Review №95

DID a good job on face tattoo

Ma
Review №96

Great experience good prices

ki
Review №97

Like their work friendly

Ay
Review №98

My tattoos look sick!!

Ka
Review №99

Love that place nice people

Wo
Review №100

Thee BEST!!!219InkTrapShyt

Cl
Review №101

Its a cool tattoo spot

Mi
Review №102

Best artist in midwest

Ra
Review №103

This place is medicocre!

L'
Review №104

3 Dee

Ka
Review №105

Love it

El
Review №106

Hood

Na
Review №107

The only place Ill go

Dr
Review №108

Smokin is AWESOME!!!

Ms
Review №109

Best INK in the 219

Fl
Review №110

Krill the best

Je
Review №111

Intrested

Ka
Review №112

Great deals

RP
Review №113

Great people

F.
Review №114

Cool place

Ty
Review №115

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  • Address:2733 Central Ave, Lake Station, IN 46405, United States
  • Phone:+1 219-979-2606
Categories
  • Tattoo shop
  • Body piercing shop
Working hours
  • Monday:12–9 PM
  • Tuesday:12–9 PM
  • Wednesday:12–9 PM
  • Thursday:12–9 PM
  • Friday:12–10 PM
  • Saturday:12–10 PM
  • Sunday:Closed
Service options
  • On-site services:Yes
  • Delivery:No
  • Same-day delivery:No
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Payments
  • Cash only:Yes
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