COMAL RIVER TATTOO

The crew at Comal River Tattoo are informed and personable. Each artist seems to have artistry top of mind with tattoo traditions in the mix as well. It was my first tattoo. I am nearing 67 and had thought about getting one all my life. I knew the dragon was where I was going, never knew how I was going to get there. Well the staff knew I didn’t exactly know how I would arrive at the design I wanted as it was in pieces not yet joined and its placement underdetermined. I was introduced to Mike Penick, who understood my vision, and ran with it. Simplicity in the design, I liked that Mike walked and talked me through it all. Want the best; Mike knocked the cover off the frickin ball! Price was fair!

My boyfriend and I both came in here yesterday and I am soooo happy we did!! I originally stopped in just to see if they had time for a quick fix on an existing tattoo I wasn’t happy with but I was able to talk with Beka and she came up with an idea so much better than I ever considered!! I went for it and decided to add this goat as well and I could not be happier. My confidence from yesterday to today is on cloud 9 and she did amazing!!! Everyone that I met there Beka, Mike, and Nathan were super kind and talented artists. The shop did not feel intimidating to me at all and the vibe was really awesome. I got to laugh and joke with them the entire time and it really just added to a great experience. The shop is beautiful inside and they have SO MUCH art for you to look at!! I love that. They’re also attached to a bar with great food so it was super cool to be able to get a meal between tattoos. I can’t wait to save up more money and get some work done by all of the artists here, this is my new go to place!! They also offer some really fun activities I haven’t seen at other shops like a little machine that dispenses random tattoo designs and you get what you get for $100 which would normally be a $250 tattoo. I love spontaneous stuff like that and you can tell how much care and effort they put into making this shop awesome. Hell yeah guys😎

Down the alley of Historic downtown New Braunfels , you find a gold nugget! High vibes & chill homies featuring extremely talented artists.Nathan, Mike, & Bek bring a brilliant’s to traditional and anything your heart desires! You won’t be disappointed! Get a tattoo. Walkins are poppin!

A groups of 8 of us came in last minute for tattoos while on a girls trip. Bek took excellent care of us all and did an amazing job! We got to met Nate the owner of the shop as well! I would highly recommend anyone who is looking for some new ink to stop by and get it here at Comal River Tattoo Shop. Everyone was super friendly. It is a very clean shop as well. I live in Midland Texas and will definitely be making the drive for my next tattoos.

Me and my wife have talked about getting our first tattoos for a few years and came here late on a Saturday date night. Mike and Bek talked us through the process each step. We were nervous at first but they made the experience very comfortable and enjoyable. We love our tattoos and will definitely be coming back

I had been trying to finish my wolf tattoo for about 4 years now since I could not get in contact with my artist that originally did my wolf with blue eyes, my girlfriend had went in to get a cover up and she loved it and told Beka I had been wanting to finish up my wolf, she took on the challenge and was able to get me in same day. I showed up right after work and she got straight to work on designing and allowed her to throw her own little twists to it and i am absolutely amazed and so happy how this came out. If anything this looks way better than what i had imagined. She took really good care of me, made sure i stayed hydrated, gave me candy to make sure my blood sugars were normal. They also have an amazing restaurant connected to the shop and definitely recommend to go eat there before getting work done. I 10/10 recommend to come to this shop, the kindness and family vibe this place has is unbeatable. Thank you so much again Beka for absolutely killing this! I will be back to complete my sleeve with you!🤙🏽

Went on a girls trip and landed here. Bec gave great tattoos to all 8 of us. She was super personable, patient & stayed late to get us all taken care of.

My boyfriend and I went on a whim after seeing a flyer for their one year anniversary walk-in event. From the get go, everyone was not only extremely kind and professional but so freakin talented too. The atmosphere was awesome and the shop was well kept and very clean. Definitely the best walk-in experience I have ever had with a tattoo shop and we totally plan on coming back. Stayed until over 2am enjoying the conversation with the artists!

I went today for my very 1st tattoo. Rebecca is awesome and such a sweet heart. She did an amazing job. I will not be going anywhere but here for my tats. Everyone was so nice and welcoming including the owner Nate.

I got a cover-up With James and I am beyond happy with it they have excellent artists that do great work.

LOVE this tattoo shop! The artists and the atmosphere are all great! Everyone is so knowledgeable and explain everything out to you from the good to the bad. I showed Bek an idea of what I wanted and she ran with it and made it so much better than what I could of imagined! They took us in as walk ins and took their time making sure we were happy. Definitely recommend!

Awesome experience! Bek was by far the best person I’ve gotten a Tat by! Definitely recommend you won’t be disappointed.

Got my 18th birthday tat here with Nathan, 10/10 recommend. Shop was super clean and the atmosphere was very chill and welcoming. Great experience, great people, and definitely looking to go back here for another!

Cool place to get a tattoo. So happy they take walk-ins. A friend and I were hanging out for the day and were both talking about how we wanted to get another tatt soon. The artists really listened about the design I wanted. Its a spacious and comfortable shop. Im very satisfied with my new addition!

My friend and I stopped in last week after floating the river and decided to get tattoos. Valentina did the most incredible job on my watercolor tattoo and was so patient and kind making sure it was in just the right spot. The entire shop was bright and clean. The vibes were positive and friendly- we had such a great experience. Can’t wait to come back and get some more work done. Thanks guys!

This place is awesome! Found mike through a random google search during the pandemic and am so glad I walked in on a gloomy day. Been coming here for all of my pieces since and am never disappointed. I always feel comfortable and enjoy my experience here and cannot recommend him enough. Every time I leave so thrilled with a new beautiful piece. Will keep coming back!

I got my first tattoo at this shop a little after they were supposed to close. They let me come in and get a tattoo still and were super nice and welcoming! Mr. Mike Penick was my tattoo artist and was awesome! Mike did a excellent job was 10/10. Thank you Comal River Tattoo for welcoming me in and giving me my first tattoo!

So happy we found this place, was able to get a tattoo I’ve been wanting for a while. Felt super comfortable and the vibes were great. Bek was amazing and did really clean lines. Got exactly what I wanted.

Haven’t gotten a tattoo from this place yet but I 100% percent will. The owner Nathan is a cool cat. His art work is incredible. My brother in law Dustin Shaw works there and he’s amazing as well. I stopped by couple weeks ago just to check it out and the atmosphere and the environment is positive vibes(which I think all tattoo places should be). It’s in the heart of Downtown New Braunfels. I totally recommend checking it out.

Did a thing after a boozy brunch and couldn’t be happier. 10/10 recommend Comal River Tattoo. In and out but not rushed. Consultative, personable, and exact. Nick is the bees knees and a talented sweetheart to boot.

Nathan has been working on my arm piece for over a year. It’s taken me a while to find the time to get back in to finish it, but his work is of the highest quality. All of his other artists are also top of the line. The cleanliness of the studio and the atmosphere makes things even better. Can’t wait to get back in to finish up my arm piece. ❤️

Have had several tattoos from Nathan the shop owner. The shop staff is nice and friendly. Nathan always comes up with origional hand drawn designs that are killer. He makes you feel comfortable while getting tattooed and has a light hand which is nice. Will be going back for all of my future tattoo needs.

Rolled a 100 sided die and got one of my favorite pieces from Nathan Alderete. The colors came out amazing. 10/10 would roll again

If your looking for a really good quality tattoo definitely go to comal river tattoo! Great group of people working there! Lots of cool tattoos to choice from! Friendly conversation and good tunes playing while getting a fantastic tattoo!! Go get one for sure you wont regret it I promise🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Beautiful shop , great people and great work. Mike Penick is one of the best, if not the best artist I’ve ever met. I’d recommend him and this shop to anyone who is new and or experienced. Stop by , you won’t regret it

Went in as a walk-in and they were all very attentive. Service was great and very clean environment. Will be coming back again for more tattoos.

Rebekah was absolutely amazing in her skill and personality. We loved hanging out with her and getting our tattoo with her!

Nick did a great job on my tatt. Thanks so much Comal River Tattoo. I would definitely return!

Valentina was amazing she did my Victorian portrait of Jack Skellington for my husband and I’d wedding tattoos! The shop is great too!

The staff and atmosphere is amazing! Will definitely be back!

Service was great! Went in for a walk in and I was Immediately helped out. Shop was clean, tons of designs/flashes. Would come back for more!

We are very happy with our new tattoos store is very clean and all the staff is so professional we will definitely be back

I got my first tattoo at this shop. Nathan did a great job. 10/10 would recommend

All these guys are top notch. Ive been tattooed by Nathan and Valentina multiple times. So had my wife. Will always come back to them

Got an amazing piece from Nathan, very professional, the vibes are great & you’re gonna leave OBSESSED w your new ink! Check them out ASAP! Don’t wait!

I got my first tattoo here! I totally loved it! I will definitely keep coming back for more! 💯 the best tattoo shop!

Comal River Tattoo clearly takes tradition seriously and absolutely hits the mark as a classic American tattoo shop.

Amazing experience. Mike was amazing. Shop was super clean and professional. Will definitely be coming back

Super cool vibes & the staff is cool too, all around a great place to get an awesome tattoo!!

Great place! Friendly and AMAZING TALENT!!

Great team. Easy to talk to.

Best shop in New Braunfels! Professional, clean and flexible availability. All the artist are champs!

Valentina was spot on with her input and she is steady...

Mike is the man! Great experience at this place, I recommend everyone to check it out! Will be coming back for more

Nick did AMAZING with my bluebonnet. He made it exactly the way I envisioned! Thank you!

Nathan got me right!!!! Quality work for sure.

Clean nice shop, great atmosphere, amazing artists

Highly recommended!! Dont pass this one up

Lovely people very welcoming and friendly

Ask for Beka!

Never going anywhere else!!

Top grade establishment 👌🏼

A very nice tattoo shop