Reviews of Empire Tattoo. (Tattoo Shop) in Asheville (North Carolina).

Empire Tattoo

286 Reviews

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83 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC 28801, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of Empire Tattoo

Erica Martin

I came to Asheville to visit for a day. I wanted a tattoo and walked in to see if they could do something small for me. They were able to get me in and out quickly and they were all so nice. This place has a very welcoming and fun atmosphere. Thank you again for being able to squeeze me in real quick! I hope to come back and get another tattoo soon. What I got looks so good… way better than what I was showing him that I wanted.

Alina

Hands down best piercer. I got my septum done. Entire procedure was fast and pain was minimum. Greg was amazing, so was Brian at the front. We came from out of town, and only then found out about this place. They were able to fit us into their busy schedule, and it was worth it. Pricing is fair. Plus, great jewelry selection.

Lark

I had a fantastic experience being tattooed by Zeke. He listened to my design idea and brought it to life. Brian at the front desk was also extremely helpful with scheduling my tattoo appointment, as well as my three friends appointments who were with me. I highly recommend this business. It has such a positive vibe.

Brennan Merchant

I went here many years ago to get my nose pierced. Came back recently to get my septum done. Both experiences were phenomenal. Everyone is super friendly and Greg did such a great job!!!!!!!! I had a great time chatting and getting pierced.

Megan W

Can I just take a moment and tell y'all how much I love Greg, Jon and Brien at Empire?! These guys are wicked cool, always have me laughing and enjoying myself. I know when I walk in that there is no judgment, just knowledge and assistance for a piercing or tattoo. Y'all make me feel so welcome and a part of the "cool kids club" and I love y'all to pieces for it. Keep being you and sharing your good vibes. xoxo

Jamie Burchfield

Nose piercing, excellent customer service and piercing. They also answered our questions months later to make sure it was looking healthy. Thank you for being awesome! I definitely recommend their service.

Jeff Sailer

I was in from of town and had a small piercing issue, and called and got an appt. that afternoon. Staff was very friendly and professional. Great over all experience, esp. not knowing the piercing scene in Asheville. I will return here when I am back in town !!! Fantastic !

Matt Shaw

Wife and I took a weekend trip to Asheville and made an appointment at Empire. We made the right choice. Awesome experience. Everybody there was great. Brian at the desk is cool guy. I enjoyed talking to him. Zeke Griffin did our tattoos and killed them. We highly recommend the shop. We will be back. Thanks Empire

Shannon Carson

Called this morning for a new piercing for my daughter and I can not say enough good things about our experience everyone was so nice! Very clean environment! I HIGHLY recommend them! Thanks Greg

Brynne Williams

We had the absolute best experience at Empire. From the first phone call on I received nothing but friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable service. I took my daughter to get her nose pierced. Greg did a wonderful job. He made her feel comfortable and safe. He was truly a breath of fresh air. I went back 2 weeks later and Alex did my tattoo. He was very professional and did a wonderful job. I am so happy with the service I received from everyone at this establishment.

Stormy Campbell

I went for a septum piercing over the winter and they were by appointment only. They had the doors locked when I got there but immediately opened them and asked me to come in and addressed me by name. They were very professional and kind. Since I had already had a septum piercing before they were able to taper it instead of piercing it all over again. I felt the staff was knowledgeable and very helpful. They even let me wait inside until my ride could get back to the shop. Overall great experience I would highly recommended them.

Annabelle

Greg is amazing and the coolest person i have ever met!!!!!!! He pierced my septum and it was so fast and easy and painless.

Christina Potts

John done such an excellent job covering up a 29 year tattoo that was a curse for me. A very emotional event. I recommend John to everyone. The tattoo was supposed to say Christy, but it spelled Cursty. The black hawk was a perfect cover up. In memory of Taylor Hawkins. The drummer for foo fighters . A symbol of hope for me

Joe Salcedo

Absolutely terrific! Wonderful artwork and no issues with healing. Very pleasant and professional employees. They treat you the way you deserve to be treated. Will use them in the future for more tattoos.

sashiyaki

Absolutely love my tattoo done by Burnett! Definitely will be returning in the future. All of the shop’s artists were super cool and very friendly. Thanks again yall!

Danni Catambay

I get pierced for the pleasure of it. I've received two new holes from empire -- one BC and one mid-pandemic -- and both times I felt great about the whole experience. They're clean, attentive, GREAT skill with the needle. My nostril piercing they gave me a test ring and let me move it all over until I liked the position, size etc. No pressure to hurry up. I am no longer a local, but I'd make the drive just to have them do my next piercing.

katie val

i loved empire and would recommend them to anyone! i’ve only gotten lobe piercings so getting my septum done was very scary! greg was super nice and had a calming vibe! he walked me through the whole process and made me feel very comfortable. even the guy who checked me in was very nice and the overall vibe of the shop was great. it was clean and everyone was very upbeat! definitely recommend!!! thank you greg!!

Natasha Little

Matt Clarke is always amazing! He is the only artist in Asheville I use. He is professional, friendly, knowledgeable, and super talented! He has done 9 pieces for me and I have never been disappointed.

Trevor

I would highly recommend going to Empire for your next tattoo. This was my first tattoo, given I was nervous and had some anxiety as I never experienced this process. I worked with Devin Burnette, who was awesome during the whole. I was able to talk with him and send him a few photos for reference, and he totally knocked it out of the park. The tattoo was beyond my expectation, I couldn't have imagined it coming out any better.

Andrew Cipperly

I get my piercings with Greg and my tattoos with JD and they are both extremely nice, clean, and talented. Can't say enough about this shop. There's a reason why they stay booked, cause they're good. Definitely recommend these guys for any piercing or tattoo needs.

Tom Bejma (TCB Racing)

Brought my two college age daughters in for their 2nd and 3rd ear piercings when they were in town for Spring Break. The staff was super friendly and took their time to explain the options. When it came time to do the piercings and the girls were a little nervous, the gentleman doing them was very nice and made them feel very comfortable. He has been piercing there for 16 years so we knew it was going to go well and it did! Highly recommended!

wes spencer

I went here to get my nostril pierced and it was such a good experience. I was really apprehensive about it because I had the same piercing done a few years elsewhere and it was super painful and I had to remove it because the jewelery was too small. I was under the impression that a nose piercing just hurts real bad in general but I was wrong. He made it as painless as possible and it went really smooth. If I ever need anything else pierced I'd definitely return and I don't even live in Asheville.

MakeupPurgatory

I cannot sing empire's praises high enough! Greg has done all my piercings (tongue, septum, vertical labret, bellybutton) and will probably all of them. He is always speedy yet thorough, extremely welcoming/friendly, and has always been accommodating. I haven't gotten any tattoo's here yet, but I spoke with Devyn briefly about what I was wanting to get and he was also very friendly. Overall I highly recommend coming here! Prices are fair, piercings are done extremely well, and everyone who works here are absolute sweethearts.

Jazmin Mejia

I've gone to previous tattoo shops, but this was by far the best one. All of the staff is very friendly and outgoing! They make sure you feel welcomed and comfortable throughout the whole time. I got my nose pierced and loved Greg's job. I will definitely be coming here next time I want a tattoo done. It was for sure a 10 out 10. Highly recommend!

Callie Hix

Greg did my nostril and septum piercings and both experiences were great. He made sure I was at ease and answered any questions. The procedure was over so quickly and he was so gentle. The atmosphere was so chill and I highly recommend this place!

Emily Parris

Fast, friendly, and quality service. One of the best piercers in the area. Thank you!

Rachel Thomas

My best friend and I came here for a tattoo and piercing and had the most wonderful experience! John immediately made us feel comfortable and right at home. My piercing with Greg was seamless and sanitary. My friend’s tattoo with Zach (Zack? Zac? Zak?) was awesome and he helped her create the exact design she was looking for. We will be back once I get enough nerve to get my first tattoo!

Abby

Staff are relaxed but professional. Every piercing I've gotten here has been well done, well placed, and easy to care for. The same for my tattoos (simple blackwork but well done and still dark and bold after several years). The shop is clean and relaxing. Definitely recommend this place.

Dee Dee

Good local spot + Great experience here! This is my first tattoo here (I have 15+ tattoos) and I loved the environment, hospitality, transparency, and quality of work. I got in with Alex and he was super easy to work with, fairly priced, and has a light hand / efficiently paced. I’ll definitely be getting another tattoo with Alex, super happy with this appointment.

Jessica Mejia

I will never go to another location other than here. I had my piercing done here. Everyone is extremely friendly and outgoing. One of the best customer service I have ever experience. Greg was absolutely amazing. He knows what he is doing. I felt very comfortable through the entire process. He was super patient took his time making sure we were happy with the placement. He also was super gentle. I recommend this place to everyone.

Morgan Hitt

Got a Nostril Piercing at Empire. Very quick, professional, and easy. They offered to even change out my cartilage jewelry. They have lots for jewelry options. The prices were very reasonable and the shop felt very very clean. The shop takes covid precautions and guidelines seriously. Excited to book a tattoo appointment with them!

Kasey Jackson

We just had the best experience with Greg the piercing artist. He was so nice and gentle. It was my teenage daughters first time getting a piercing and he made it very easy and fun.

Rinneford

Super helpful, good prices for quality piercing. It was not very painful, I had my helix pierced and my two friends got a nostril and septum done respectively, and all three of us have had great healing experiences so far. It was very sanitary, a very calming environment, and a very respectable business, we signed lease forms and showed ID beforehand, and the piercer was very nice and friendly. We were allowed a friend in the room for emotional support, but my piercing was very simple and easy. There was no piercing gun used, only sanitary needles, so it's safe and less painful. I highly recommend!

UNCLE Studios

I’m so incredibly pleased with my work by Devin. Everyone in the shop is friendly and helpful

suraya lahlimi

I had the most wonderful experience at Empire Tattoo! I went in to get my nose pierced and Greg Phipps was so kind and made me feel very comfortable. I had a great time and Greg made me laugh and eased my nerves. I was very excited that I could get pierced with a hoop instead of stud ring. Everyone was very professional and welcoming. I am so glad I came to Empire Tattoo, I will never go anywhere else for a piercing or a tattoo!!

Corey Gibson

I HIGHLY recommend coming to this shop for any Tattoo needs. Tattoo artist Matthew did a phenomenal job and I couldn't have asked for anything better.

Savannah W

My friend and I got our first major piercing here (septum) and it was a really great experience. Greg took time to make sure we were calm. Nobody at the shop had a dick attitude. They made us both feel super comfortable and reassured us. Greg went at a good pace and it didn't hurt! He was a really sweet guy and I am super happy with my piercing. It's not crooked and it's at a perfect spot in my nose. Just where I wanted. My friend and I will definitely be coming here for all of our future piercings! Plus I got two lollipops. :-)

Gio Caeli

I came in for a septum nose ring and I must say that was one of the best piercing experiences I have had. Greg was awesome, he explained to me what the process was and said the clamping would be more uncomfortable than the piercing itself. Well, neither were bad at all and it was super quick! They gave me instructions on how to take care of it and overall the whole staff was extremely friendly. I would definitely recommend for anyone who wants to get pierced.

Samantha Riffel

I have been tattooed by Josh before in the past at his old shop and traveled to get two more by him this year. Of course, his style is always clean and amazing. The shop was super clean, incredibly friendly and welcoming. This is by far the BEST experience I have ever had at a shop. All members we polite and we all had a blast. I would recommend this shopp a million time over! They quickly helped get rid of those tattoo jitters and you end up having a rad time. Never will I have a friendlier experience. Thank you, guys. I will definitely be traveling again soon to see you all!

Ashley Stull

Visiting from Northern Virginia like I have for the past 15 years and saw Empire while I was walking downtown, looked at the reviews, called and made an appointment, the whole staff was extremely friendly and welcoming. Discussed what I needed and provided me their expertise, I’m ecstatic about my piercings and service was top notch!! Highly recommend!

Hanah Zinn

I didnt get inked here, but i bought the tattoo numbing cream - AND IT WORKS LIKE A DREAM! 3 hour tattoo and not a flinch. Thank you Empire! Only shop in town that offers this product

Juliana

I received my first nose piercing and second tattoo here and really enjoyed the environment. It's a really clean place with great people. I plan on scheduling my next tattoo this week at Empire Tattoo and I have been recommending this place to people as well. The artist I had that did my second tattoo was very patient with me and did a full outline and coloring in 4.5 hours and it turned out perfect. It was a great price too! I'm very happy with how it turned out and I am going back very soon!

Madelaine Novak

Best experience my husband and I have ever had in a tattoo shop. Every single person here is so friendly and professional and the artistry is amazing. We will definitely continue making the drive from Cincinnati for service and art work like this. Highly recommend.

Danny Cleary

It's a street shop tattoo parlor. They except walk-ins. I like that.

David Jenkins

Great team of talented artists and all around awesome people

Candis Watterson

My sister and I went to get piercings done for our ears. They are very careful and clean about the whole process and did a fantastic job. Such a great business to support in Asheville.

Rachel Tenneson

My husband & I wanted to get tattoos on our honeymoon & we decided to try Empire because of the positive reviews we saw online. We had a great experience there! Isaac did my husband's & Devin did mine. The shop was clean, employees were personable & friendly & our tattoos turned out perfect. We highly recommend anybody looking to get a tattoo to go to Empire. We look forward to coming back!! Thanks, Brian & Rachel Franza

Allison Fawcett

Empire was the best! Really nice, friendly guys running the shop which was very clean and had great art on the walls. I got my first nose piercing today by Greg??(I think that was his name!) but he was really knowledgeable and it was painless, super quick, and easy. I love how it turned out and I would definitely go back! Thanks ya'll!

Bayla Blanchard

Brought some custom art of mine in to be tattooed and it turned out wonderfully. It was my first tattoo and everyone was very welcoming and professional. Would definitely recommend this shop 10/10. Thanks Devyn!

badmoodpixie 1 (badmoodpixie)

I called ahead to make sure the piercer was in, and the person who answered was nice and upbeat. When I walked into the shop, I immediately received a friendly greeting. I went to get a dermal and wanted it as close as possible to where my old one had been, the piercer said he could do it in the same spot. He was nice and friendly throughout, even though my scar tissue made his job a bit more difficult and take longer than expected. We conversed the entire time and he asked intermittently if I was alright. It wasn't the smoothest piercing experience due to a good bit of bleeding and scar tissue, but the piercer (I have terrible recall for names) was patient and never once seemed bothered. I left with a dermal exactly where I wanted and nothing but positive things to say about Empire-I definitely recommend this shop. Edit: Had a tattoo done at Empire today, happy with the experience on that end of the business as well!

Doctor Spaceman

This is definitely the most welcoming tattoo and piercing parlor that I've ever been in!!! Everyone is kind, skilled, and knowledgeable. I first came here when I was 14 years old to get my nose pierced and I have never had a better experience anywhere else. Greg has even helped me fix someone else's botched work on multiple occasions. Their selection of jewelry is very unique, full of high-quality, handcrafted items. If I ever want a piercing or jewelry or even just want a trustworthy answer to a piercing or tattoo related question, Empire is my go-to. You can really feel the love and sense of family in the place.

Lowtier Computer

Great customer service, very honest and they do good work! I was planning on getting cartilage piercings in both ears but Greg pushed back, pointing out that it would be uncomfortable to sleep with both ears pierced. I'm very happy he did so!

Morgan Tuten

AWESOME first experience. Wandered in just looking for a new industrial bar for an existing piercing and decided on a whim to get my first tattoo. Staff was amazing, friendly and knowledgable. They fit me in on a tight schedule and I couldn't be more pleased. Will most certainly be back.

Derek Simmons

Over the past 30 years I've been tattooed at numerous shops throughout the country as well as overseas. Empire definitely ranks up there as one of the best experiences I've ever had. Everyone was professional, very friendly, the shop is clean and its nice that the artist have private rooms. I was tattooed by Randy Hall who did an unbelievable job. Asheville is lucky to have a shop of this caliber in town.

Mallory Dobbs

First off this shop has prime location in downtown. Well deserving for this shop. Went in around 2pm on a friday afternoon. Not much of a wait.the guy at the front counter was very patient with me. I had not decided what i wanted. Each artiest has their own office, which made it much more personal &relaxing. My artist, Isaiah, was extremely professional and very easy to talk to. He is truly an artist. I just got a smaller design on my forearm, but all line work and he NAILED IT!! This guy has a very easy hand and is a like master. I WILL be coming back.

Joe Nunez

Went with my wife to get a piercing and the service was excellent. Gary was friendly and conversational which helped my wife relax and the entire process from start to finish took 15 minutes. He was thorough with follow up instructions and advice. I would absolutely recommend this shop.

Johnathan Farrow

From Greenville, SC. Best tattoo shop I've been to. Staff is personable and the overall experience is great. Isaiah did a complete re-drawing of an original image in order to keep the image the same size but change the detail around. The result was better than the original and I am more than pleased with the result. Definitely the best shop and artist. Will only go here for any future tattoos.

Leann Short

No appointment needed for a piercing when I went. The guy was super nice throughout the entire experience. I was in and out in under 20 minutes. They were clean and he pierced fast! If I’m ever in Asheville again, I will go back to this place.

Andrea Garber

I love Empire Tattoo, and I'm glad that I'm finally writing the review like I've been meaning to. I have 4 piercings (my septum and three cartilage piercings) and I am about to get my 2nd tattoo from empire and the service rocks. It is a very personal experience that I would suggest to anyone. Everybody is really nice and willing to listen to what you have to say. They're really patient and do a very good job about educating you on care information. Don't be afraid to ask questions, they will answer them for you!

Sean Driscoll

I got my first tattoo this week at Empire and couldn't be happier! Great shop with rad dudes working there that are super friendly and personable. Brian up front was funny and helpful and Devin rocked it on my tattoo! Highly recommend this spot!!

Zach Penland

The very best tattoo shop in Asheville and the entire world. Matt Clarke is an ink beast.

Lindsay Simpson

Went in 3 weeks ago to have my Smiley done by Greg. As it was healing, I was really not happy with the way it was sitting, due to body rejection and migration. When I went back in to talk I was really nervous since I've had my own piercing nightmares from other shops and came off as a bit offensively defensive due to being high strung from watching it get more crooked through out the weeks. Greg calmed me back down and took care of me and gave me a credit for more than I paid for the piercing originally. Despite not being happy with this specific piercing, I would still go back and and get re-pierced by him and recommend him, and this shop, to anyone thinking about getting a piercing done due to the professionalism with their customer service. Sorry Greg, I really appreciate the way you handled this situation! Thank you!

Amy Cable

Short: I am a nurse. It was my first tattoo. I was nervous. Turned out great! Not so short: My best friend (of 35+ years) and I wanted matching friendship tats so we drove about an hour to get there and we were walk-ins. We had a picture of what we wanted and Ryan took a few minutes to draw it up, shrink it down, and make sure we liked it. He was patient, answering all our questions and took time to explain everything he was doing. His work area was clean and I felt safe. If I were to get another tattoo (unlikely - just because I prefer to live pain-free, lol) I would go back to Empire and Ryan.

Caitlyn Pankhurst

went in on a saturday during an event downtown as a walk in for a second navel piercing and was in and out in 15 minutes at most. greg is fantastic at what he does and super chill & helpful. he explained everything he was going to do and even gave me more tips on cleaning and maintaining the piercing. would definitely be back.

Joyce Sousa

Greg did my nose piercing and was totally awesome. This was my second one; first one not done by Greg didn't work out. He has adjusted the jewelry so that I don't know it is there, and the long end does not ever hang out the end of my nose which is so gross. He is a terrific piercer and a really nice guy. Yes. See Greg. Also, he has you use a gentle saline solution afterwards which works really well and is better than all the other stuff my first piercer had me use.

Aurora Cavicchi

The staff is personable, patient, kind and really wonderful at what they do! And the building/utensils are kept so clean. I Was so happy with my piercing!! I’ll only come back here

Jennifer Wilson

I was generally bummed out last week after being denied service from a competing Asheville establishment for wanting body art that was “Irrelevant and too 90’s.” Thankfully, Greg and the staff at Empire restored my faith in humanity by welcoming me with open arms. They were kind, professional, and intuitive. Empire has a new lifelong customer.

J Unger

Great shop, talented artists, very professional. Ive been getting tattooed for over 30 years, and this is one of the best shops ive ever been to.

Kody Rickert

Amazing! Visiting on vacation and wanted a new nose piercing. The guys working there were great, and I got a good piercing. Overall GREAT experience!

LaRaine Lentz

If you get a chance to go here, you won't be disappointed. A friend of mine was there for a tattoo and Brian and the tattoo artists made us feel right at home. We actually were sad when we had to leave. Definitely recommend these guys!

Brian Thomas

Got a sleeve from Ryan Fink. I started it about 7 months ago and finished it last week. I let Ryan design it and choose the color scheme. The only input I gave him was where I wanted it and the style. I couldn't be happier with the outcome. He was a complete professional the entire time. Every artist I interacted with there was friendly and totally cool to be around. I enjoyed the entire experience. I am already thinking about my next tats for Ryan to work on for me.

jordan akers

Best shop in town. Went above and beyond to help with a piercing I had by them to make sure it was clean and they changed it for free..So professional. I've got over a dozen tattoos as well and these guys do it right. HIGHLY RECOMMEND over all in Asheville.

Nathaniel Wirtz

Got my ear pierced (First time with a needle as opposed to the gun at the mall). Greg was excellent in explaining the process and spent extra time to make sure the location was going match my existing earring in my other ear. There was minimal pain as opposed to the gun method. It was pierced as a 12 gauge and stretched to a 10 gauge. All in all a great experience with Empire Tattoo. Greg and everyone I talked to were very friendly and the place was clean. I would recommend Greg highly for piercings. Once again I am very happy with them and the price was affordable!

Kaitlin Bennett

Amazing first tattoo experience! The entire staff were nice and made the atmosphere very comfortable! On top of being comfortable the ENTIRE shop was sanitary and very professional! Jon did my first piece it was a small quote and priced perfectly! Amazing shop!!

lilah Taylor

I got my nose pierced there today & they were very quick and very nice! Greg lightens the mood and completely makes you forget you were even nervous! Definitely recommend!!💕 …

Hailey Chambers

Today was the first time I have ever visited Empire and it was such a good experience! the guys (didn’t catch their names) at the counter were hilarious and really made my piercing quick and painless. It’s safe to say I will be visiting them again!

Matt W.

This is, in my opinion, the best place to go if you want great, quality work done! I am no professional tattoo critic and dont have that many, but I have and will continue to drive around 2 hours just to get any work done by Ryan! They have a great staff that can customize anything you want right on the spot. Very clean and professional by any ones standards.

Stephanie Kazee

I go to Empire for all my piercing needs. Started going there when I lived in Spartanburg, South Carolina now that I live in Statesboro, Georgia I will still drive 5 hours to go there. Just got my nose pierced with a beautiful opal stud that the guys help me pick. Gregg, the piercer, made me feel so comfortable and made it painless as possible. Every time I stop in they make me feel like family. I will never go anywhere else. I've gotten my cartilage done(both ears) my ears done and stretched, my belly button done and lastly my nose. Best place in the Carolinas and GA.

Morgan McCorkle

I got my first piece done here while I was visiting Asheville with my boyfriend and I could not have been happier with the outcome! The staff were friendly, helpful and cool, helping to put my mind at ease. Definitely picked the right place! HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!

Alyssa Dunn

I just went in today, and I had an amazing experience. I didn’t get the name of the guy at the front but he was awesome! Very nice and friendly! Devin did my tattoo, and he was excellent! Very quick and professional

April O'Brien

Went up for the day with a friend to get tattoos. We are from Columbia, S.C., and although I am sure its annoying to have two female walk-ins bright in early, these guys were amazing. We came in with ideas and both our artists worked with us and came up with amazing artwork. I got a pair of shears on my wrist and my friend got an indian elephant on her side. Both Ryan and Will were clean and patient. They produced AMAZING final results. I feel confident in saying that both of our tattoos are some of the best I have ever seen and I am beyond grateful for what these guys did. Would go back a thousand times over. Thank you Ryan and Will for doing fantastic work.

Shane Crawford

I have been going to Ryan since he started there. Got my very first tattoo from Jay when it was Daredevil. The whole shop is a class act. Everyone is talented and very professional and thorough. People complain about high prices but as with everything in life, you get what you pay for. Go get tattooed by Bubba at his house if you don't want quality work.

Corrie W

We were in town for vacation and decides to get some work done. Isaiah was probably the best tattoo artist I've ever had experience with! The entire staff was excellent. Highly recommend!

tamara n

Great place, Greg was very professional, got my nose pierced like I wanted! it’s so cute!! He did snakebites on my daughter in law, they look awesome on her.

Bailey Blackwell

Love this place! Everyone here is so kind and welcoming, and all of the artists here do amazing work! I got a tattoo from Josh, extremely nice dude and an awesome tattooer. Will definitely be back soon.

Chase Walters

I went here to get my first tattoo and I had an amazing experience. Isaiah is a great artist and guy in general and makes sure to take great care of your tattoo and make sure he does it perfect. I will be going only here for my future tattoos.

Jon Goodman

Great visit. Walked in with an idea and Devin drew it up and applied it. Very clean and knowledgable staff. Awesome work.

yeehaw y’know

very welcoming environment and very clean! i got my first tattoo here and they were comforting and totally helped make my tattoo perfect

Madison Hyatt

Greg was super rad. Did great on my philtrum piercing. Overall shop staff was kind. And the shop itself was clean and lovely. Definitely recommend.

Deanna Robyn

The people were very welcoming as soon as we walked in. I got the daith piercing and Greg done my piercing, he was great. Very informative and professional. The place was very clean. Thank you all.

Giovanni Garcia

Super cool spot! Wife got her nose pierced there, clean and professional. Even gave my baby daughter a lollipop to calm her down. Really cool guys. Will definitely return.

Jake Todd

I recently got my first tattoo at this shop. The staff was nice, helpful, and talented. Thanks guys, my girlfriend and I had a great experience.

Coree

Alex did an amazing job on a small piece for my first tattoo. I felt very comfortable. Thank you I'll be back!

Analhi Carvajal-Martinez

Went to get my nose done and they were all awesome! Super chill people and Greg was super cool and explained everything so well and made me feel super comfortable! Definitely going back again, thanks guys!! 😬😬 …

Jessica Carter

Very clean. Nice. Did an awesome job on my tattoo. Very professional. This was the third tattoo I have got there. And I will continue to go back for the rest of mine!!

Sebastian Irizarry

Got piercings. Came our great. Great service and they take walk-ins. Saw a couple of tats while waiting and they were extremely well done.

Cinnamon Holt

Went in for my first actual big professional tattoo, It went smooth, Isaiah was hella friendly and the other staff was nice as well. Would recommend.

Chelsea Brown

Greg the piercer was knowledgeable & kind. If I choose to get another piercing, I will definitley be going to him. Highly recommed.

Eric Clary

My wife and i have been looking for a good shop to start going since we moved out here and finally found one. We got tattooed on sunday the 12th for our anniversary and loved the work we got. My wife got tattooed by devin and i got tattooed by Will. Excelent artists and i highly recomend both of them thanks guys you will see us again soon. Staff was also friendly and seemed solid.

Carmen Carver

Greg is a great piercer! He was patient & friendly with my daughter and did an excellent job!! I would reccomend him to anyone!!!

Joshua Criss

First let me start by saying I've been tattooed by more than half these guys and love everything I have gotten done here. Coming from someone with a lot of tattoos. Reading some of the bad responses make no sense based off my experiences. Would reccomend.

Cahlinny Price

Great service, exceptionally helpful in designing with your input, and thoroughly professional. I've had my tattoo for almost ten years, and it has minimal fade or bleed.

Zachary Pendergrace

Got a killer pin up from Alex! Everyone was really chill and nice. The shop is nice and easy to find. I will definitely be back.

Zane Smith

These guys are really cool and they do good work. Can't speak for the tattoos but the piercings are great. Dont order the clam chowder.

Tyler White

They are amazing. Came in as a walk-in, told them a general idea of what I wanted, Devin took the image and my idea and freehanded exactly what I wanted. After that they had me in and out! On top of all that they had a very fair price!

hannah cistola

The staff is incredibly nice. However I had to return four times to try and be there at the same time as the piercer. Two times they were closed well before the hours posted, and twice the piercer was out. Maybe it was just bad timing, but it was frustrating nonetheless.

Tracy Wright

This is a great business. I got my nose pierced here a few years ago and took my daughter to get her's done today. Wonderful folks!

Kylie Williams

Great experience. Went for my 30th birthday with my sister to get matching peach tattoos. Josh was professional, fun and did a great job!

Ryan Archer

Great tattoos and good prices!

April McCarron

Awesome people. Came in as a walk in and they made time for my boyfriend his sister and myself. they were super clean and took their time on making sure we liked and were comfortable with everything they were doing.

Rachel Roberts

The shop was extremely welcoming and Alex totally exceeded our expectations perfecting 2 different styles. Thanks again!

Kendra Burnette

This was the best place I have ever been! The staff was so helpful and friendly and I love my piercing! This will be the only place I ever go from now on!

Tabitha Brown

Friendly, awesome vibe, they now there stuff. Will return there for another tat. Alex Blackwell is a great artist highly recommend him.

Charlee C

Best Tattoo Studio in this area! I would highly recommend this place to anyone! The best tat shop & artist I have ever been in! Super professional & friendly!

Valerie S

I got my conch pierced by Greg, great experience! Super affordable. The staff was friendly and answered all of my questions.

Jordan Brown

Best shop in the state. Ryan Fink is the man to see for the highest quality work you can find. Entire staff is professional and easy to work with.

Chase S

Great art, good prices, fun atmosphere, personable artists. I definitely recommend getting work done with these guys if you're looking for your next piece.

Krissy Gable

Greg is my favorite piercer ever, he's always good to me & I'm always happy with the way it looks

jacob s

Really nice and helpful staff! I love my first piercing, and I will be back when I decide to get more lol

Sheena Adams

Rad staff and great work. Greg did a piercing on me and was super professional and knowledgeable. 👍🏻 …

Jordan Hunt

Greg did a great job with my nose piercing. He was quick and personable. Great job Empire!

Avery Brumlow

Fantastic work, reasonably priced, super friendly, I definitely recommend using empire they are amazing!

Kris Tyndall

Staff is so friendly and Isaiah did an amazing job on my tattoo, definitely recommend!

John D

Great vibe, good artists. Will be back and get some serious work done. Isaiah is ON POINT! Very good atmosphere all around.

Sarah Dove

Greg did a phenomenal job on my piercings. I will definitely return!

David Dicus

If you want a quality low price tattoo, i highly recommend that you go to Empire Tattoo! Really cool people that are part of the experience too!!

kristi Sterling

Really nice jewelry. It’s hard to find nice jewelry but this place had so many different options! Really nice staff as well!

Brielle Porcello

Love this place! They're awesome, clean, and quick! I've been multiple times and each time has been great! I'll definitely be back.

Phaedra L

The guys are WICKED PISSAH!!!! Thanks guys for being very accommodating, being sweet to my 16 yr old getting her "bah" done, and a new tat for me!! Wicked awesome guys!!!

Brittany Muckelvene

This Is The Best Place To Go To Get An Piercein And A Tattoo.! I Will Be Goin Up Here For My My Very First Tattoo Soon.!

Trevor Cline

Love it. Got an amazing piece done by Ryan. 100% think you should check them out. Great atmosphere. 10/10

Tammy Haynes

You guy's rock! Thank you. My daughter got her nose piercing done for her birthday and is overjoyed with the outcome.

tamra b

Professional, personable, and very clean. Great experience!

Chris R.

Fantastic shop. I have been going to Ryan Fink for years and his work is phenomenal.

Jennifer Perrin

Go here! Friendly and professional. I would definitely recommend.

Rocky Bilotta

Been here over 20 times and looking forward to my next appointment.

Sk8te Politix

These guys treat you like family I got all my piercings done here.

The Doctor

Empire is a nice and it is clean. The artist I had could try a better personality.

Kirsten Royer

Great freaking job. Alex took a challenge and he rocked it. I'll be back

Joey Phillips

Isaiah was great, friendly and knowledgeable. Good information during consult, great art

Tanya

Fantastic art! Love the people here, they are super friendly and knowledgeable.

Joshua Gustetic

Was visiting on my honeymoon got a badass tattoo great people great artists

Danny Peck

Really great customer service here. Very knowledgeable people as well. I hope to return soon!

Tobias Nagle

These guys are amazing. Matt Clarke is the man for realism.

Heather McEachern

Super helpful kind folks. Very clean. Would recommend to anyone!

Kimberly Copenhaver

I was very nervous and they were extremely patient with me. It was clean and very professional.

Michelle Collette-Stanton

Fast, comfortable atmosphere, professional, and could really tell they knew what they were doing.

Memphis McEnroe

Love to go to empire every chance I get- everyone there is so helpful, kind, and informative.

John Strader

Very cool and friendly guys. Fun just to just hang out in shop.

Hannah Parsley

Love it so much every one there was so nice didn't feel rushed at all

sammy D

Very helpful crew.

Grant Wood

Very professional place, fair pricing, and cool staff!

Ryan Johnson

Dope place good ppl and feels like home

Jenny Mason

Highly recommend this place!! Super friendly and welcoming staff, and atmosphere.

Christopher Cook

Friendly staff and super pro! Planning on a return visit soon!

Jamen Allen

Best tattoo shop in NC or East Tennessee

Scott Williams

Best~Artist~8n~Asheville #fsb @frogsportsboards

Dustin orr

Awesome staff and awesome tattoo work

Bonga Konga

Good quality

Crystal Rose

Awesome place! Will does great work!!!

John Miller

Best experience i ever had hands down...

Kaia Rubin

Amazing place!

John Miller

Great staff more experience then most

Adam Furstenau

Professional, on time and great people!

Thomas Ring

Great art

Ethan Whitener

Ryan fink is the best

Charles Hunter

Definitely the best shop in town

Naomi

Great attention to detail for a quick walk in

Carmela Luisa M. Sacco

Professional People 😉 very helpful about my inquiry …

mark mckee

Outstanding place and crew.

Hayley Ennis

Such an awesome shop!

Mamma of 3

Best place in Asheville #1

Michael Beaver

awesome group of people

Destiny Rice

Fantastic works of art

Matty

Get my work done here

Richard Ingram

Great experience 👍 …

Rebecca M

Gregg is the man!!

Brittany Wyatt

WONDERFUL!

Jesse Shearer

First tattoo ever and everything was explained and done professionally. Awesome work on a simple piece.

Catherine Haynes

I can not recommend this place enough! Big shout out to Zeke for making my tattoo idea come to life. I was nervous at first because this was my first tattoo and he was very patient with all of my concerns. His line work and shading is phenomenal and I can truly say I am so glad I trusted the process. Although I didn’t mention it, this tattoo is very meaningful to me. It represents the strength that my family members had while fighting cancer and mental health before passing. Along with growth and pain/grief. He offered breaks during the tattoo, but none was needed as he does amazing! I will not be using any other shop in the future and I can’t wait to go back! Also, LOVE the customer service. They are extremely helpful and make you feel at home as soon as you step in the door!

Scott Spivey

Amazing people doing amazing work. I highly recommend!

Asiya White

I got my septum and my naval done here and the service was sooo magnificent! The staff made me feel very comfortable and welcomed and talked me through the process. They gave me such great information on how to care for my piercings properly and everything was quick and easy! Prices were excellent too especially for the quality of service.

Jennifer Shearer

Brian, Lauren, and every one else at Empire were fantastic! So friendly. My husband and I got something small on a whim and they worked us in and we love how it turned out. Highly recommend this shop!

Rodney F.

My daughter and myself went for piercings 1 for sky and three on myself where my old piercings were . Awesome experience I highly recommend them for piercings and tattoos freaking awesome . We will be back for more I can't say how much of a great experience it was . They did my tattoo and piercings years back but I and my daughter was greeted by name , I can't say enough y'all call or go by the shop you want be disappointed . 🤙💯✌️

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