A1 Tattoos and Piercings

This is a great shop!! I came in with my dad, stepmom, brother, and husband to get matching foot print tattoos of my(and my husbands) daughters feet. Rueben did an excellent job on ALL 5 of our tattoos and with the best vibes ever. We chatted about the most random things and he did a great job being able to match the vibes of so many different people in his shop. He was efficient, patient, and courteous to us all; making sure that all of our tattoos were in the perfect places at just the right angle, and re-placing the stencil as many times as we needed. Of all the places San Angelo has to offer, I would recommend his shop first hands down. Thank you for the amazing tattoo and vibes your provided man🫡💯

Went here on a whim with my dad today for my first piercing, had a great experience! Ruben was very thorough the entire time and even though my nose bled a lot, he kept a cool composure and that helped me not freak out! The nose piercing was honestly a pretty painless experience, and Ruben has a very down-to-earth vibe that helps you relax and enjoy your time in there. I am definitely going back if not recommending his shop to anyone I know!

Absolutely wonderful service! Ruben was very sweet and cracked jokes. I felt welcomed right away. Shop was clean and piercing procedure was hygienic. Will be visiting again for my next piercing!

Ruben does great work and great bedside manner. Gotten plenty of tattoos from him and they all have held up very well. I have recommended to my friends and family.

Most excellent experience over the past 2 days with A1 Tattoo and Piercing. I came in for a cover up with a design that I wasn’t sure would meet my needs and my long term girlfriend came in for a Daith piercing. The piercing was as clean, spot on and professional. Great work and barely any discomfort from the piercing.As far as the tattoo, I must say the patience, professionalism and honesty of Ruben was on point in relation to what I was asking. We worked together to get the best format and sketch for the cover up and then he went on and worked his magic. And magic is no short answer for what he performed to cover this tattoo. The original tattoo was approximately 5 inch by 3 inches from almost 30 years ago that I had already gone through a session for the removal, however my skin wasn’t a good candidate.Ruben took appropriate measures and time to make this experience phenomenal. The cover up is perfect and he made me feel good to be in my skin again. I am not a vain individual but when there is something on you that you can’t remove and which no longer represents a part of you or not symbolic of you, it definitely can bring you down.Ruben picked me up and breathed new life into the art on my body. To add context; I have had tattoos done from across the world (South Korea, Okinawa, Guam, New York, Texas, North Dakota, Arizona, New Jersey, Nevada, Germany, Sicily, and Slovakia…from what I can remember).He is personable, patient, funny as heck, professional, reasonably priced (especially with the economy the way it is), great music culture and an excellent artist.This is the only place for me and the only place I will be going for tattoos the rest of my time living here in Texas which is atleast the next 2 years. My plan moving forward right now, to keep it real in my finances department but also to support his business, is to get a tattoo once a month…maybe more than one, but atleast one.Why once a month? I have a lot of ideas and some additional cover ups I would like to do on my back, chest, and side…while still adding some additional heritage flare to my body while I am still living and breathing.Thanks brother for the great work and all of the additional excellence associated with the past couple of days of your artistry, patience, and great conversation.Make sure you take some time when you can to spend with your family. You are a serious workhorse and I know your commitment to your client base, as well as new customers, but you definitely deserve some additional time with your family.Thanks again for an amazing experience and please stay healthy, happy, and safe out there!

Ruben is great. He did an amazing job on my septum/ Monroe, quick and almost painless piercings. A super cool guy and a super clean shop. I highly recommend!

Recently had my nipples and belly button pierced here and they came out great! The whole process was very comfortable and sanitary. Ruben knew exactly what he was doing. He talked me through the process and placement. I would highly recommend!

Ruben was great! He was very accommodating and would definitely recommend! Thank you again!

Got my first piercings today, earlobes, and they turned out great! Ruben was extreamly friendly and made sure I was comfortable with my positioning before the piercing. We will be back soon to get my wifes next tattoo!

I just got a nostril piercing from here! He was very sweet and answered all the questions I had for him about my piercing. The jewelry is good quality from what I can tell and very beautiful placement. This was the most affordable and good quality piercing here in town and I very much reccomend it.

The guy who gave me my naval piercing was very unprofessional his name was Ruben Garza.After he put his gloves on he ate candy and didnt change his gloves, then when he was putting my jewelry in he dropped the ball and didnt sanitize it. He messed up my piercing badly, its ABOVE my belly button and its crooked. I took it out 20 minutes after getting it pierced because its so bad. Waste of $50 and pain!

Ruben/A1 Tattoos was amazing! He did excellent work, and he got me in right away. He was very helpful, as this was my first tattoo, and I needed some guidance. I was surprised that I felt no pain. He was a very nice guy as well. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience!

I have a lot of tattoos and a good friend of mine told me to go see Ruben at A1 Tattoos. I moved here 4 years ago. So I stopped in and Ruben gave me the best tattoo at first now I recommend him to everyone. I have got piercings and more tattoos. Great price and the best service. He is a amazing artist 🎨🤗 I definitely weck him highly. Stop by his shop👍

Ruben was great!! Very friendly and made me feel extremely comfortable getting my nipple piercings. Would highly recommend!!

Got my belly button pierced 10/10 Ruben was very funny and nice. My friend also got her nipples pierced and they look great!

I got 2 tattoos today at this place.Ruben is exceptional.I definitely will return to him as well as my family. He is clean professional on time and puts out expectional quality work and well worth the value. Thank you Ruben for the best work Ive ever had done.

Ruben is PHENOMENAL. I have gotten a couple piercings from him and refuse to go to anyone else. He is very precise and makes sure everything is symmetrical and perfect. He is extremely kind, thorough, and knows exactly what he is doing. He has a great personality, is very professional, and keeps his shop extremely clean. It is a wonderful atmosphere to be in. The prices and services are the best here, and I HIGHLY recommend going to Ruben!

Ruben is awesome and made the experience fun! he cracks jokes the entire time and makes you feel like a friend

I stopped in for a tattoo and piercing.Ruben was happy to help. Service was above and beyond! My tattoo turned out amazing! Great conversation! It’s a great hidden gem! If you’re looking for a shop be sure to check this place out!

Ruben was very nice and very professional! He was very patient and gave good tips about aftercare. The piercing itself is very symmetrical and the jewelry used is very nice. Also I booked very last minute and there was no problems, great service overall! Love my new piercing!

I went in just to get my nose pierced because another facility had told me that they couldn’t just do it for me. That I had to make an appointment. So I went and saw this dude. Immediately felt comfortable. I allowed him to pierce my nose and then I decided to get my very first tattoo. It came out amazing it’s on my finger it was super easy the price was super great! Definitely going back

Great experience! Will definitely be returning for my next piercing!!!Thank you Ruben!! Love my piercing!

Fantastic! Did a walk in with two friends to get our nipples pierced. They were so respectful and perfetional. I mean that honestly he did an amazing! He had snacks and everything. Will definitely be coming back!

Worst tattoo Ive ever gotten. Dude said he would take his time and make sure it looked great. The lines were horrible and even told me he wears glasses but didn’t want me to make fun of him for wearing glasses

Ruben does great work best tattoos artist I know he is my main go-to hes done my last 4 tattoos and Im super proud of these

I have known Ruben for over 12 years and have been getting tattooed by him ever since. He has done all of my tattoos except one and he was by far the best tattoo artist I’ve found in San Angelo. I drove in from McCamey just to have my tattoo worked on and I’ll continue to do so 🙏🏽.

The experience was not only professional but a very good quality and clean environment and definitely on time! Ruben did such an amazing job on my tattoos definitely will be going back for more.

My family loves Ruben Garza at A1 Tattoo and piercing. He has always been our Go-to guy. He has done several tattoos on me and my boys and is always kind and courteous and professional. We will not go anywhere else for our artwork.

I had my first tattoos from here and i would definitely recommend. he did an amazing job and did exactly what i wanted for a great price. very friendly and professional. i will be going again for my next tattoos.

I’ve gotten several tattoos done by Ruben himself and I like the job he does. Very professional and overall a great experience. I highly recommend getting any of your future tattoos done by Ruben.

Ruben is the best in town! Clean shop, great prices and flexible scheduling or by appointment. Most of my sleeve work and random body work has been done by Ruben. Hes awesome!

Ruben did such an amazing job with my nipple piercings! He was able to calm me down and made the process quick and painless! 10/10 recommend

Ruben does great work! He’s super nice and so personable. He’s a family man and really cares about his clients. Everyone should go to him!

Me and my friends got our nipples pierced and Ruben did a great job, he made us feel very comfortable, it was very clean, and professional! Definitely recommend!!

I went to get my smiley piercing January 10, 2020 and I am so happy with it!! It was quick and affordable! Definitely going back to get my other piercings. While I was there I was looking at his work and his work is amazing! So he gave me a quote on a tattoo ive been wanting . So not only am I going back to get my piercings , I’m also getting my tatt done by him! He’s very layed back and very cool to talk to !! Y’all need to go over to his shop! -Leonela

Rueben was very professional and my and my husbands tattoos came out awesome! He was quick. He got us in and out and we got exactly what we wanted! Id definitely recommend this place! Thanks Rueben!

I got my tongue pierced today, this dude did an awesome job! I felt super comfortable, and he was super quick. Most at ease i have ever felt getting a piercing. Highly recommend!

Ruben is fantastic and incredibly clean- he pierced my nose and took all precautions necessary. I love it!

Loved the experience I had here professional and he also made it very comfortable to get my piercings I will definitely be back for more.

Only person I go to for Tattoos is Ruben!! He will truly take his time and make sure you get what you want and on top of that hes reliable and affordable! Highly recommended!

How can u make an appointment w the line going straight to voicemail????? Was really looking forward to a piercing..I couldnt leave a voicemail. Didnt have the option. I said it wrong sorry. The message said I couldnt leave a message. Wow that respond I got from u was ugly. Sorry I hurt your feelings.

I went to Victory tattoo before this and hated the way my tattoo came out. Ruben did an amazing job at fixing it. Literally so good! Best service. THANK GOD

Had an amazing time getting my first tattoo! The owner was super chill, and put tons of effort in for a really great price! 10/10 would definitely recommend this place

Ruben does great work.....lettering is off the hook! Clean, respectful, professional. I got two tattos from this vato, and he dont disappoint! Thanks Ruben!

I had my tongue pierced today and made sure i was very well informed and he ensured i was comfortable as well as making the process as fast as possible with minimal pain! I will definitely be returning for my future piercings!

A1 Tattoo is the BEST tattoo shop in San Angelo Tx!! Ruben did great work and is very professional! I would recommend this place to anyone in need of some good quality ink!!!

Wouldnt trust anyone but Ruben.. our family tattoo artist. Every time we visit San Angelo hes my go to guy. Best in town!!

Me and my best friend went here to get my first tattoo and her tongue pierced. Very friendly guy! And reasonably priced. (:

Ruben did an amazing job on two new tattoos I got. Great to talk to and his work is great and is very good at putting in amazing detail

Best experience with my tattoos been going to Ruben for my tattoos since I was 18 and love all the pieces he has done he has become family and can always count on him to making my ideas a piece of art.

Ruben did a great job. I was very impressed by his artwork. A1 has a great atmosphere and the staff is very friendly and helpful.

I got my first piercing, my bellybutton, here today! I love it! The man who did it was very nice and made me feel comfortable! Definitely going back!

Honestly couldnt be happier with the tattoos and the service. I went in to cover some old scars from previous piercings and Ruben did am amazing job I am so happy with my new tattoos!!

Ruben is very professional (due to where I chose to get my tattoo) and super good pricing!!! I love my tatt and would recommend this place to ANY and EVERYONE!!!

Was awesome!!! Had great conversation kept me completely at ease while tattooing. Did exactly what I wanted and mad it come to life perfectly! Would highly recommend going here!!

I love all of my tattoos and Ruben Garza has done every single one now I have like 20 I love his work and he is a AWESOME person.

Ruben is the guy to go to! Amazing work for amazing prices. U wont be let down! Definitely the one to go to. A1 Tattoos and Piercings!

He was great! Got exactly what I wanted! He didn’t take long at all! Super clean shop! Even though everything came in separate packages he still cleaned everything before using them!

Ruben did amazing on my new tattoo... he exceeded my expectations and I’m in love with it. From now on he is only artist I will go to in Texas

The piercer was very nice and my tattoo came out even better than I expected. I can’t stop looking at my tattoo because of how clean and nice it looks. Great place and great service.

Ruben at A1 is an awesome tattoo artist and has done 80% of my ink and has always been prompt and exceeds expectations every time.

Just got my second tattoo there, looks so amazing and fair price!! Couldn’t be more happier. Thanks Ruben!!

Thank you to Ruben for doing an awesome job on a cover up for me! Highly recommend this place. Such a great artists! Thank you Ruben!

Ruben was very professional and did an excellent job!

Ruben is the man! He did an awesome job for an amazing price! Go here you will not regret it!

Got all 3 of my piercings done he did an amazing job and I will be going back, highly recommend him for any piercing you want.

I’m AFRAID of needles but somehow he always calms me down and made the experience as soothing as possible. He’s done all my piercing except my ears and I wouldn’t suggest anyone else !!

Ruben always does a great job and is available anytime any day! Very sterile and clean environment, also super nice and affordable!

Great quality tattoos and very sterile with equipment. Great service and knows what he is doing and talking about. Very affordable!Thanks

I was tattooed by Ruben very professional and friendly. I would recommend him and I will return for more. Thank you

I got a tattoo there and Im very happy. I will definitely be going back, I would recommend this shop to anybody and everybody!

Great service!! Awesome job!!! Amazing price!!!!! Will come back!!

I havnt came across a better tattoo artist than ruben garza hands down detailed or not detailed he is the man to get the job done 5 stars everytime!!

I was to excited to get my ears evaluated because of DIY but while I was there I ended up getting 2 more piercings plan on going back ! Thanks

Best piercer! He helped me though the piercing even though i almost passed out. He did it really well and precise.

This is the best place in town ! He did both my piercings! Come to see him for your tattoos and piercings !

My wife got his and her tats .very well done .if I had to recommend someone .he is one I will .

Wonderful job and really nice guy! Did our wedding dates in out hand writing!

Made sure to put in the correct jewelry before piercing my nostril told great tips to properly kept the area clean thank you 10/10

Always has done great work for me and several family members. Will continue to go until my sleeves and chest is complete.

Absolutely greatest Tattoo Artist in San Angelo! Thanks a plethora for such an incredible experience!

The best place to go for a tattoo. 👍👍👍👍i will continue to go to A1.. thanks for your amazing work you have done on me.

Did a quick and amazing Job good music good conversation amazing tattoo job! Definitely coming back again!

The best tattoo artist in town does all my work and he is good people

Amazing, professional, and he knows what he is doing! I love my new piercings

My favorite place in town... Getting tattoos from Ruben. I wont go anywhere else.

I enjoyed this shop really nice kept a conversation to keep me distracted sum from gettin my tattoo which I loved

Ruben Did a Very Good On Our Piercings and I Highly Recommend Him

Got 3 piercings done today! Did a great job! Love them!

Reuben did my nipple piercing he was very professional and did a great job!!

Best tattoo place in town..been to a couple of others but I always get the best work from A1

Very professional, got my nipples pierced and they turned out perfect

Has the best prices that are affordable and his work is awesome ! Definitely someone you should give a call. !

Very professional, nice, friendly and great work my husband and I both love his work.

Ruben did an awesome job on my earlobe piercing!!

Very satisfied with his work. Will be coming back for sure!

Im loving my new tattoo. Thanks so much

One of the best tattoo artist in town! Professional and clean

Very sterile and friendly environment. Great quality work and wonderful man to work with!

Did a great job on my piercings , thanks Ruben!

Ruben does some Great Work especially covering up old Tats.

Great work and the best prices ask for my boy Ruben

Great service however its cash only so keep that in mind

Did a awesome job on my tattoo, very professional!

Very friendly as soon as we walk in going back next week to pierce my Monroe thanks Ruben

My tattoo came out exactly how I wanted and it looks amazing

His work is awesome!! Happy customer...

Very professional awesome atmosphere defiantly going back.

Very comfortable environment and does amazing work!

Super nice and everything was done quickly . (:

He was fast and I LOVE my tattoo!!!!

Outstanding work and performance all the way around.

Extremely Professional with great work!

Amazing tattoo work and never leave disappointed

Awesome work by Ruben!!

Best place to get ink.

Amazing tattoo work

Went in after my tongue ring broke and he was so sweet and helped me out he didn’t have exactly what I needed but made what he had work! I’ll definitely be going back next time I have actual work I want done!