Top Level Ink (Tattoos & Piercings)

THIS MAN IS A FRAUD!!! WORKS WITH BAD NEEDLES WHILE DRINKING!!! Tattoo got infection due bad needles and bad ink! Beautiful tattoo that this man ruined and promised to correct!! I PAID OVER $1000 TATTOO for this and it’s completely off-center with pieces missing, then he screwed up the very top part, and made a huge ugly black sideways Diamond to try and cover it up… Not even finished! He then blocked me and that’s it… Never gives you his real name… Always goes by “STYLES or “TAT”. Once he’s done getting you drunk, he makes sure you tip him extra through your phone. DOESNT EVEN HAVE A CAR!!! Had to wait for him to get an Uber just to make sure he got home safely… got ME drunk, then paid himself using my my apple pay!!! Disgraceful!!! I’ve reported him and filed a civil complaint.Not to mention the owner is obviously ignorant, and can’t even spell. I’ve added recent photos after seeing a doctor and being treated for a staff infection! The patterns are off, and this man completely made my tattoo sideways as you can clearly see in the photos.and I have eight other tattoos done by other professionals! None of them have ever gotten infected like this.

I cannot stress this enough, do NOT go here. i went for a vertical labret piercing and he did not know the correct placement for the piercing. he also uses an amazon piercing kit. he did not pierce the middle of my lip, it was extremely off center; the jewelry fell and he washed it off in the sink and then immediately tried to pierce my lip again. at that point, i had had enough and told him to remove the jewelry and got up and left. there’s 3 holes in my lip now.

I had a very solid experience getting my first tattoo with Stylez. He was calm and patient and helped me reach what i was ultimately looking for. I appreciate his gratitude when it came to the last minute booking. I will most definitely be coming back.

Stylez is my go to and only tattoo artist in Raleigh. Not only is he talented and tuned into what his client wants, he is also warm and welcoming. We gonna go for more I’m sure! 10/10

I only came to this shop as an impulsive decision to get a tattoo I had been wanting, and I should’ve done more research. This is not where u want to go to get a professionally done tattoo. He didn’t ID me or my friend (who also got one), no waivers, just a small square room inside a building.The stencil smudged (a lot) and he just free-handed, which made the shading and lines on my tat uneven. He also didn’t give me the chance to look at my stencil and decide if I liked the placement and size. I will say, from far away the butterfly I got looks fine, but when looking at it up close there are just so many mistakes.Yesterday I went to a professional place to get it touched up, and even that artist was telling me that whatever needle that was used made a lot of the ink bleed together and other parts were already faded away after less than a year.I’d also like to add that he wasn’t very considerate of pain. When he would look away at the picture reference for my tat he would keep the needle going on my arm, which not only hurt but also made me anxious that he’d accidentally make a mark. Additionally, my friend does not handle pain well and would sometimes need a second before he kept going, or she would’ve appreciated him doing a couple lines at a time, but instead he would fuss at her in a way and shake his head like he was frustrated or disappointed, which did not help her feel more comfortable.I’ve waited months before writing my review because I was afraid to admit my mistake of getting an impulsive, last-minute tattoo and not speaking up for myself during the appointment, but hopefully this will help others, please do your research and find a good place to book with!

Customer service and work was the best. I drove all the way from Baltimore Maryland to get a memorial piece done to remember my brother. I will be back next month for more. I also got some cover ups and got my oldest daughters their 1st Tattoo. We loved the work. Styles is in my top 2 tattoo artist now. Clean shop, new materials and patient.

I’ve been going to him since I moved here. He’s done majority of my tattoos. Do I have to wait sometimes, yes but it’s never long and totally worth it and the outcome is ALWAYS what I want. I never have to question if he’s clean. He installs a new needle in front of me everytime!! I allow him to stop and do piercing or whatever. Super chill environment and great music and conversation. Reasonable prices and great deals!!

Good vibes and great conversation. Styles put me and my homegirl at ease as we were changing jewelry. He had a decent selection to choose from and knew what he was doing to get the jewelry in properly. Thanks Top Level. Excited to visit for a tattoo next time.

Styles is very professional and did a wonderful job! My tat came out better than I could have ever hoped for! I will be back soon for more ink!

Wonderful customer service, was able to make my sons birthday wish come thru. I cant wait for my next tattoo. My kids and I felt at home and would definitely recommend this shop.

Cool, positive vibes. Clean environment. Talented and eager to satisfy you artist. My first tattoo was a great experience. Thanks

Styles is amazing !!!PLENTY of BRAND NEW needles and the cleanliness is outstanding. My tattoos turned out amazing. With 100% accuracy. 10/10 recommend.

By far the BEST TATTOO SHOP I’ve even been at! Every clean person and place. 10 out of 10 for services. I got exactly what I asked for at an excellent price! Great customer service

I met styles with a friend getting a tattoo. When we came in it was an open and comfortable, clean space. She wanted something behind her ear and he made it happen. Styles was very professional and made us feel comfortable and at home. Really appreciate the hospitality and talent! Will be coming back 100%!

By far one of the best tattoo artist I have been to! He made sure my tattoo was exactly how I wanted it and made sure it was very detailed. He was very polite and professional the entire time! His work speaks for itself, I will definitely be going to Top Level for all my future tats!

I love love love my new tattoo,he works fast and is very clean ,he change needles n gloves in front of me,I will be back very soon, Stylez!

Love my tattoo. He listened to what I wanted and made it happen. Was a quick, clean and friendly.

I would have to say one of the best artist I’ve been too. Styles has done 4 of my last tattoos and they all healed nicely and he knows how to work with darker skin tone. I will definitely be going back for more.Shop was clean, he communicated with me if he was running late or had to reschedule. If I has to wait long he would take something off price. Very professional

Two tats one piercing and I have no complaints. He was very respectful and focused on getting the job done.I was able to be comfortable go live and have peace at the same time. Definitely will be spending more money with him.

This tattoo shop is literal garbage. All you have to do is look at the pictures on their Facebook page to know this. Also everyone in that horrid shop is rude and hate no idea how to handle customers or a needle gun. Wouldn’t let me pet rock get a tattoo at this place

He did a great job with my hand tattoo and piercings. Definitely going to come back again.

Stylez offered to do my tattoo right on the spot. He took everything out of brand new packaging. Clean area. Very professional that I found my new tattoo spot in North Carolina. I can’t wait until I get my next one….

Stylez was extremely nice and professional! He re-pierced my closed piercing with no issues . He opened the new needle right in front of me, So I know for a fact that he is a clean artist. He took care of my close piercing with no issues & everything was clean and sanitized. I definitely found a place that I will coming back for more piercing’s & tattoos.!

He’s a dope tattoo artist did three tattoos of mine and all of them has healed well. sanitation area is good watch him change the needles myself even when I wanted another in the same session, friendly customer service experience over all 5/5

Me and my best friend came here today to get matching ear piercings. We both got 3 cartilage piercings for $40 each. The man who did our piercings, styles, was so friendly, patient, and professional. My piercings are even, and look amazing!! I will defiantly be returning!!

The facility is laid back and clean! Stylez and his coworkers were funny and very knowledgeable. I came in with the intentions of getting a medium piece and left with a small piece. I almost passed out and he was very understanding and listened when I had reached my limit! Definitely will be seeing him in the future!

I came with my group of friends to get matching tattoos today. Everything was just fine until, on my third friends turn, we realized he hadn’t changed the needle used. At that point there was nothing we could do. For my fourth friend, we noticed he didn’t change the needle again so my friend called him out on it before the needle touched his skin. He claimed he didn’t think he needed to because he thought my third and fourth friends were partners (as if that matters). He then changed the needle and finished the job.Everyone coming here, please be much more aware than my friends and I were. Make sure before you even sit down that he shows you he’s putting on a fresh, clean needle!Meanwhile my friends and I will be getting tested asap! Be safe out there!

I really enjoyed my experience with Virgil. He was attentive, professional and gentle. I will definitely recommend. And I Love My tattoo.

Calm ,clean , reasonable priced work ,aftercare is extremely important! Exceed cleaning instructions on tattoo if u have an outdoor job,pets! a food industry job,etc environmental ,anything that can irritate your freshly carved n dyed skin!an open wound on/ in the biggest organ u possess,smh skin Will do just tf that esp varying upon levels of personal hygiene, so all else all 4 ! Of us are satisfied n our proper healing process,ty STYLES!! BLESSINGS 🙏!

Stylez at top level ink is an amazing artist! He is very attentive to detail and does an excellent job at facilitating the needs of his clients. Great service environment and customer service! Definitely recommend

My girlfriend and I both got our septums pierced here and are very happy with the results! Everything was very sanitary and our piercer was incredibly personable and made the process as painless as can be. Highly recommended!

Ive gotta a tattoo for my birthday for the past two years. He is always very nice, the place is clean, very easy to talk to as well. He hasn’t disappointed me on all three of my tattoos Ive gotten from him. Im very pleased with all of them!!!! He makes sure the detailing is don’t correctly as well as the shading. He also asks if that’s the place you want it after he puts the outline on you skin. He will remove it and place it in you liking if you ask. I plan to come to him for all the tattoos I get.

I don’t usually write many reviews because i’m a firm believer of everyone is human at the end of the day…. things happen. Today i called ahead and scheduled an appointment for 8pm to get a small tattoo but unfortunately when i showed up for my appointment the artist wasn’t there. He explained he forgot and wasnt at the shop anymore but he apologized and was gonna be on the way for 9pm instead. I was completely understanding and agreed to come back for 9pm so when i got there i called and sent a text letting him know of my arrival but no rush. no answer. i wanted to give him time to show up or answer so i waited outside for 20 minutes before i called and texted again. no answer. again. so now im very upset because i would have rather he communicated that he was gonna have to cancel rather than let me show up. its a complete disrespect and disregard to my time especially after i was understanding the first time. it’s completely unprofessional of him when he could have handled this very differently so i wouldn’t have to write this review. my time was wasted. my cousins time was wasted. not once but twice. i should have read the reviews before even engaging with this man, but that is my fault. i do NOT recommend this place if you value ur time because he obviously does not. thank you

Fast service, great conversation, music selection on point 10/10 recommend ‼️ If you’re traveling or even a local this is your spot

Not the best experience. Definitely lack communication and organization, I had to come back the next day because the artist left the shop when he knew I was coming. I had Stylez as my artist and he was doing a special BoGo free on tattoos but didn’t communicate what it intel. I tried to ask but he dismissed the question completely. Also, I had to ask to see the work twice, and let’s just say I’m glad I did! At the end of the session he charge me for both tattoos due to his communication error! I’m not happy with my tattoos at all, definitely going to someone else and getting it covered up.

I absolutely love my tattoos they were all done fast and for a great price. I had got 3 in two days because I was happy with the first two I had to get another one.

Stylez is a good guy! My first tattoo at i-don’t-feel-my-age years old and he was fabulous. He took me in at last minute. My tattoo came out better than I expected (even better than the picture I brought). He was fun to talk to and had a welcoming, laidback atmosphere. You can tell he loves what he does. He made sure I was getting exactly what I wanted throughout.

Customer service and vibes are unmatched. Will definitely be back!!

Virgil is the best when it comes to customizing tatts and detailing. Hands down he is my go to guys for tatts.

Stylez started my sleeve and the things this man can do with black and white ink is unimaginable... I showed up a little late for my appointment and he was still able to do the work I wand! Very easy to work with. 10 out of 10 would recommend 😁

I have gone here for a tattoo and have gotten my two daughters a total of three and two piercings. He has always been amazing to me and my family and he is always making sure that the job he does exceeds our expectations. I have recommended several friends who have gone to him and have been beyond pleased with the work he has done. I highly recommend Stylze Ink for any tattoo and piercings. Small shop big dreams. We love it there.

Very good at what he does. The set-up very nice and clean. Gotten all my tattoos from him and all look very good to my liking and good service.

Styles is the best around 100% down to earth and great artist

Best I’ve met in NC!!!! Fast, clean, and friendly! He’s done 2 of my tat and 1 for my son, so I always recommend him when I’m asked for a great artist.

Very clean and sanitary, provides snacks, and has great customer service and he’s also easy to work with. Definitely recommend!!

So my son chose this place to get a review. Called on a Friday to schedule for a Saturday was told to come in at 5:30. Got there and no acknowledgement sat down and had to approach him about the appointment. We waited a hour. Was told give him a few minutes. Asked was he opened on Sunday and he told us yes come at 11:00. Got there at 11:00 and no one was there. My son called and he said it was raining he was coming waited until 12:15 and left. This is very unprofessional.

Been going to Too Level for 4 years and every single time it’s a great experience! Your vision of what you want really comes to life here!

Started my half sleeve years ago, and couldn’t locate the person who started it…took me a while to find someone to finish it that I could trust, came across Stylez on instagram and let me tell you, not only did he complete it, but he went over the last job and made my arm pop! It looks soo good, can’t wait to finish the rest of my arm plus more !

Very clean. Very nice work. The artist took his time and was constantly checking on his customer. Very impressive. Will definitely be back for more INK.

I’ve gotten tattooed here a few times; Each visit was done professionally and very clean. Everyone had good vibes and positive energy which made me feel comfortable, definitely going back !!

Great Atmosphere on time very professional everything was cleaned and sanitized. My sister and niece came down from Cali I made appointment and Stylez got us all In and took his time I definitely recommend if your getting your first anything done

Called to see if they had opening- said to come on in- called me 5 minutes later as cancelled- said to come back tomorrow and we made an appointment for 7pm. Show up for said appointment with no tattoo artist and the guy came out wearing a glove and holding a tattoo gun and turned us away telling us to come back again tomorrow- would rate one star, but I don’t get work done. Didn’t feel like a place I would want to get a tattoo at- everything happens for a reason and the universe was giving us a sign.

Got a back piece done by Stylez & it was more then I hoped it would be. He finessed it into a better version than I originally had in mind and he didn’t overcharge me. Go here if you want a GOOD tattoo that’s affordable, me & my husband will definitely be back.

Styles was great and very professional! Pricing was great and over a great experience will definitely be returning !

Shoutout to JJ for getting me right. Got my Tattoo on Sunday. Very clean,Professional work place. He is a very chill guy and will listen to you and work with you I appreciate his work thank you. Would highly recommend. I will def be going back 👍🏼💯

Honestly would NOT recommend! Came in to get some simple line work done, and ended up with a huge mistake. Ended up going back to get it “fixed” and still ended up regretting it. After asking for a refund I was told to give the “artist” a few days since he had already paid his bills. A few days after he was posting pictures in Miami on vacation. After it was brought up to his attention, I was immediately blocked on social media. This is my 5th time trying to get into contact with the individual because after 3 months I still have not received my refund for the permanent mess that was done on my arm. Currently looking to resolve this issue once and for all before Nc Health inspectors get a call (No prep was done to the area, same wrapping that was on the equipment stayed on the equipment). & Screenshots from our conversation don’t lie.

My husband and I got finger tattoos and they came out great. Also got nose piercing for my daughter and I. He was patient, flexible and took us in at the last minute. We definitely recommend!

Top Level Ink is the place to go my experience going there was amazing. The place is clean everybody had positive attitudes. Stylez did all my tattoos and he did an amazing job. I’m definitely going back.

Great service, great quality of work. Very professional and great prices. I’ve been here 4 times and Stylez has done amazing each and every time. He’s the guy to come see for ink .

Great atmosphere and comfy vibes. Would definitely recommend to any one looking for some good tattoo work or piercings. My tatts Always come out amazing from Stylez. Thanks!

Styles was very professional and I love my piercing❗️❗️❗️❗️ He did it less than 30 seconds . I will be going back for a tattoo. He the best in the city ❗️❗️ Most def the 🐐 💜

The experience was fast and quick and a clean environment I’m returning for another tattoo thank you!😊

Stylez created two pieces of art for me that were pretty big pieces. He was very professional and patient with me. He does very good quality work.

Definitely wouldn’t recommend getting a piercing here. Guy barely knew what he was doing, had me leaking blood all on my shirt etc. , then has the audacity to charge me full price. After paying him full price, the piercing comes out a few hours later. Go to a professional piercing place !!

Clean environment, provided snacks and good pricing! My skin healed well after

The owner did me & my sisters tattoo. He was knowledgeable & considerate, he made us feel comfortable & laugh. He was flexible with payment & scheduling.

Took great care of us. Saw us with no appointment on Christmas Eve, fair pricing, great care and will definetly be going back! Thank you Styles

Had a cover up done and absolutely love the finish art! The day after it was done I had several compliments and my waiter even wanted info where I got it done cause hes looking for an artist. Great artist, great prices, and great people!!! Thank you again for my forever art!

This is not the place for anything piercing related. I dont actually think theyre certified. Wasnt able to change out a piece of jewelry for my nose (has been pierced for 6 months). He didnt even have the right tools to do it. I ended up leaving with an angry piercing and was able to get in right across the street to have him do it no issue.

Definitely one of the best artist that I know… This is my 3rd tattoo with him and I have no complaints about him. Highly recommend 💯💯

I went to get a tribute tattoo and came with a kind of lane sketch. They took my idea and expanded on it and it is probably my best tattoo on me. Would definitely recommend

11/10 service is great and raw talent💯

Great service, good vibes. Stylez did amazing on my tattoo. I’ll definitely will be back!

He was very professional and very fast . My cover-up tattoo looks great 👍 I will be going back for more tattoos soon. Thanks again

Styles is very professional, nice, patient, very affordable, very detailed with his work and always has clean lines. My daughter got a large arm price and it is beautiful!!

Great place! got my very first tattoo here and stylez made me feel super comfortable. not originally from the area but if i ever find myself back in raleigh, ill be back

Great service . Been goin to em for years he’s clean and reliable . Looks out with deals as well

Very professional & very Clean stylez does a WONDERFUL job on my tat I absolutely LOVE IT ! will be coming back.

Awesome place to get your piercings done and very affordable as well….. would show pics but they are exclusive so yea. Virgil will definitely get you right

I’ve gotten all my piercings and tattoos from him, they all healed properly and also his service is very professional.

Really good service, Stylez is super nice, clean and great tattoos. Definitely recommend and am coming back.

My guy Vergil does a good job very clean very respectful and no rush job.

Stylez work is great very clean and sanitize I was very comfortable he made my first experience the best you won’t be disappointed very respectful all round person

Great tattoo artist real detail and not heavy handed and heals up nicely. He takes his time with the tattoo has great ideas on getting your idea even bigger check him out

This is a wonderful place he does outstanding performance, get quality work very Perfessional and has great talent if your looking for someone to do your art work highly recommend this place.

Work was amazing. Had my own private slot and he is so patient. I most definitely will be going back again. He did freehand work on my arm.

Stylez is a great tattoo artist he did 3 of mines n I would recommend him to others that would like a tattoo done correctly 😁😊🙂😀

Virgil put in WORK! He did a cover up for me and it looks like a million bucks! Hit him up if youre looking for new ink! A+++

Stylez gets me right everytime!! No complaints!

Nice guy!!! Got my piercing done here

Have gotten several tattoos and plan to getMore ... he was very professional and prices are reasonable ... I’m the area and need some fresh ink he is your guy 💯

Most comfortable, fast, and quality tattoos I’ve gotten hands down, & the prices are reasonable. Wonderful job!

Super fast professional and Gets quality work done in a timely manner‼️‼️ new Tattoo Artist from now on…#AskforStylzez

Super nice people and very patient went to get a tattoo and would definitely come back again.

Really great work! This is were I will be going from now on.

Styles is good artist he fast and clean with his work y’all go check him out shop is nice and clean !!

LOVE LOVE LOVE my new tattoo did a great job!! Definitely recommend

Called shop at 1:47pm on sunday 1/2 and was told to be at the shop by 2:30. got there by 2:25 and everything was closed and when i called no one answered. don’t say a time if you’re not going to be there

I didn’t want anything big; just cute and simple! Stylez was very professional and listened to what I wanted.

Styles is a super cool dude , he’ll work with what you want and super good work ! Definitely recommended 💯

He always pays attention to detail and always gets me right the results speak for themselves come check him out

The best tattoo artist, hands down! I will continue to let him do his thing on me .

The guy is amazing. . Just like my tattoo. Great guy and work is wonderful.

Amazing work!!! He really brought my tattoo idea together 💜💜 thanks!!

Great experience and satisfied with the work. Place was very clean

Great fast clean work nice shop owner clean environment with fair prices amazing tattoo shop

Great quality tattoos go to my man Virgil he the truth

Great Service!!! Super happy with Results... awesome prices

Stylez did a wonderful job with my cover up tattoo

He’s a great artist and very affordable. He gonna get you right

Great place to get tatted! Clean and everyone is amazing!!

Called guy asking for a walk in waited an hour called him to see where he was and kept not answering my calls and he never showed up don’t recommend!!

Stylez is 100 with the tats . For all your tat needs come see my guy

Service was excellent!

Love my Tattoo from Jay hes the best!!

Does gud work, doesnt overcharge people, very kool also

HE’S TERRIBLE WITH APPOINTMENTS, AND HE LIES ALOT BUSINESS IS NOT PROFESSIONAL! 0/10

Best tattoo artist in the city I love this tat thanks man

My Experience with the tattoo shop was amazing

I had a coverup done and was pleased with my results.

My husband and I favorite Raleigh tattoo artist 🤞🏽

Best piercings and tatts

Flexible scheduling, quality work, great atmosphere.

Excellent work for a reasonable price!!

Great work with excellent detail

A1 quality and service

Love this guy!