Reviews of Steel Rod Tattoo. (Tattoo Shop) in Indianapolis (Indiana).

Steel Rod Tattoo

344 Reviews

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3436 W 16th St, Indianapolis, IN 46222, 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 Steel Rod Tattoo

Ashley Hartley

David Berry @ Steel Rod on 16th has been doing my tattoos for the past several years and I wouldn’t go to anyone else. He’s very professional, friendly, and the prices are great. The shop is very clean with a great atmosphere. I would also recommend any of the other tattooists at the shop as well as Jimmy for piercings.

Regina Velazquez

I initially hot my nose pierced here gour months ago. I went to change the jewelry Saturday and it closed on the inside due to my own fault. I came in today to get a cover up. Eric Noe did the work and it’s AMAZING!

Chanel Mcclure

So me and my daughter decided to get our nose pierced today, which was my second time here but different location. Salt and pepper hands down the absolute best. As soon as we walked in he greeted us and as soon we finished up our paperwork we were walking to back. My daughter was kind of scared but salt and pepper personality and warm welcome made her feel better about getting her nose pierced, he’s hilarious by the way and we were in and out in 10 minutes satisfied and happy with our new nose piercing. I can’t wait to go back for a new tattoo I know I would love the work. Thanks Steel Rod and Salt and pepper. 🫶🏾

Regina Alvarez

I’ve gotten multiple piercings and tattoos here. I’m always happy with my results. Eric, Dave, and Salt & Pepper do great work.

Destinee Bridges

OMG this was one of the best piercing sessions I’ve ever had with any tattoo shop. My friends and I came to visit from Ohio and different parts of Indiana. We decided to be dare devils and get piercings so we checked reviews around and chose steel rod and we are so thankful that we did because it was an inviting atmosphere. We had so much fun so much laughter with the piercer and other tattoo artist. salt and pepper performed our piercings and it made it go so smooth just having someone that was patient and understanding he made us laugh the entire time and made us feel very comfortable. You can tell he loves what he does. I will definitely be back again if I visit Indianapolis. Choose here you won’t regret it at all

Ace Hayes

Came in wanting a specific piercing and was educated properly on why it wasn’t a good fit for me without feeling too disappointed, had a great session with Salt and Pepper, felt inviting and like I was valued for coming in, 10/10 will absolutely go back. Highly recommend stopping in for a great experience

Jessica Alfaro

My friends and I visited from Colorado for a conference. Salt and Pepper was extremely knowledgeable and made us feel comfortable immediately!! We highly recommend and by far the BEST piercings ever!!!!

Brenna Atchison

I went for their Halloween flash sale and the wait was totally worth it! Bex ended up doing my tattoo and she was amazing! She made the tattoo quick and, I’m sure, as painless as possible haha! Great environment and staff!

Valerie Atwell

Steel Rod is a great studio. Super clean and professional. We’ve been coming to Dave Berry for quite awhile now. He is amazing with color.

Sarah H (Jofoyo90)

Went for Friday the 13th flash sale discounts. All the associates were super awesome, professional, and engaging. I'll definitely be back. I will say parking was a bit of a panic attack. That street next to the building is super narrow.

Jessica Patrick

I got a Friday the 13th tattoo and absolutely love it, but my artist touched his phone multiple times and didn’t change gloves and that made me a little uneasy

Kamia Harper

I was in and out salt&pepper was my piercings person the funniest , cool joking around person I meet I will go to them again I come in happy life out happy with my nose piercing 🖤 …

Ariel Shields

Super quick easy painless piercing, good environment, professional, and confident, all qualities of a decent shop, they also show integrity and honesty when confronted with a problem, they will do all in their power to correct it, customer happiness and quality work seem to be good priority here!

Cat Lansberry

I've been going to Steel Rod for quite a few months now. Bex (tattoo artist and septum piercer) is my main tattoo person there but all of them are extremely talented. Jimmy (piercer) had pierced my 2nds on my lobes and helex. He has also pierced my friends nostrils and lobes. I've never had a bad or negative experience in all of my visits. Their artist are extremely kind and will always have you laughing. Most importantly this is one of the most professional shops I've been to. From how they take in a new customer and pair them with the most suited artist. To making sure the customer knows all the after care and maintaining of all work that's done. These pictures are just an insight of Bex's work on me and my friend.

Stacey Scott

Went in today not knowing what I was gonna get.Ended up with 2 piercings .Salt &Pepper put me at ease and got it done.Tragus & Flat.I Love them.

Justin Reich

Super quick, easy, and friendly. They provided surgical steel jewelery at the time of piercing, which was very nice. Salt'n'Pepper is the bomb

Jaysa McKinzie

Salt & Pepper was wonderful! I was extremely nervous about my nose piercing- he put me at ease, clearly explained everything, and it actually wasnt painful at all or even sore today. Plus, I love it. He is an awesome guy and the atmosphere here is great.

Jesse Bailey

I loved it here! I’m 21 going on 22 and have never had a piercing done, not even once. I was always too afraid and have SUCH a low pain tolerance that I held myself back. Salt and Pepper talked me through everything when I suddenly decided to just go for it one day! I just got normal ol’ ear lobe piercings, but he still super thorough with everything and put me at ease. He didn’t dismiss my fearful feelings either! The piercing turned out wonderfully and it wasn’t painful at all! Soooo simple! I’ll definitely come back and bring my friends!

Cassidy Zehnder

Firstly, everyone at this shop has good vibes. That put me, my sis, and mom at ease. Then we meet Jimmy (Salt & Pepper) … an AMAZING HUMAN! He is so hilarious and cares a lot about his clients. His constant jokes and larger than life personality keep you comfortable and erases the anxiety. My sister got a Monroe piercing and I got a vertical labret. Couldn’t be happier.

gwyneth sheffer

Salt & Pepper was amazing and made me feel comfortable during my nose piercing! I also got two tattoos by Bex! Also very professional with me and did an amazing job. Definitely coming back for any other work I want done!!

Isis Ellington

It was clean, Everything went quick my piercer salt n pepper was really nice, knowledgeable & helped with all my Questions/worries 10/10 recommend

Jeffrey House

Best ink of my life. My nose piercing was painless but they out shine in ink. Holler at Dave for your favorite characters and Eric for your animals

Catherine Akers

Salt and pepper was awesome! Very pleasant and funny. Got both of my lobes pierced and didn’t feel any pain. It’s about a hour later and there’s no redness/tenderness!

Paulicea Cotoia

I have been coming here for years and won’t go anywhere else!!! I had 4 of my piercings done in the last couple of months by Jimmy and he is freaking awesome!!! I’m going back to get another piercing done and yes, Jimmy will be doing it. Absolutely love this shop. I’ve had a tattoo done here as well by Richie and he did an amazing job. So I HIGHLY recommend this place for piercings and tattoos!!!!

Skyler Livingston

I had a great time getting my helix double pierced yesterday! They also did really awesome job piercing my girlfriends nipps! The staff is really nice and down to earth, and hilarious! The place is really clean and neat! All around professional establishment, and they know their stuff! Thank you Steel Rod 10/10 recommend!!

Deja Weeden

First off I just want to say that I will 100% be coming back to Steel Rod in the future for my tattoo & or piercing needs. I came here to get a septum piercing, but was told I couldn’t get it because the area was too small & I appreciated the honesty because some people would have just taken my money and went on with it. I ended up getting just a regular nose piercing from Jimmy & he was very professional and he kept it real with me about my other nose piercings and what I should and should not do when it comes to them. I had never walked into Steel Rod before, but just off of this 1 encounter alone I will be coming back. I have gotten all my piercings from the same place before this one and had never gotten the advice and tips that I got from Jimmy about taking care of them (which I should have been getting all along). I appreciate Jimmy & Steel Rod for not just being about the money, but for actually caring about their clients.

Noah Glover

I absolutely love Steel Rod Tattoo. I've had three of my piercings done here so far, and I have nothing but raving reviews for each time. The most recent time I got my nipples pierced (70$) and my girlfriend got two Helix piercings (40$ each). I was very nervous at first but my worries faded the second I stepped into the shop. It was a quick, fun, and great experience. Can't wait to head back in for my next!

Tiffanie Shaifer

Salt & Pepper pierced my tragus and helix in both ears. I was nervous but he made me feel really comfortable by talking to me and playing music. He's a funny guy and I would recommend him to anyone who needs a piercing.

Makaila Holt

I walked in for an impulse piercing 7 minutes before they closed & they were so willing to take me! Everyone there will tell you straight up how much a piercing or tattoo will hurt & honesty is the best. Not painless because of where I got my piercing but super quick so the pain didn’t last long. Will definitely be back for impulse piercings!

Dale Jr.

Let me tell you if your looking for a tattoo shop that’s laid back, funny, and don’t pretend to be someone they’re not. Skylar was AWESOME wasn’t heavy handed, funny, and really cool. This place is good conversation, clean, and professional. The piercer is amazing and they’re all happy to help.

Takelyn Crittenden

The piercer was so amazing. I was so scared and he talked to me. He made me feel so comfortable. Gold and Pepper is definitely a go to. He will make u very at ease

M Black

Went in to get my daughter's second piercings and he was very good with her. He even corrected her first piercings because they weren't level. Thanks to Salt & Pepper for the patience and kindness with us.

Marleee Geee

Went to get my navel pierced by Jimmy with my sister yesterday!!! He was super amazing!!! I loved his personality and his energy he gave off !!!!!! The staff was amazing , so friendly , prices were great and they were extremely professional !!!! I definitely recommend ! I probably won’t go to any other piercings shops after my experience at steel rods !!!! This tattoo/piercing shop definitely is the place to go for sure !!!!!

jazzman “Jazz”

I got my nose pierced yesterday by salt& pepper and it was an amazing experience. He made me feel confident and comfortable. Simple instructions and overall great customer service I’ll def be back!!!

Ashley Moore

If I could rate this this place 10 stars I would. I called for an appointment and the staff were able to get me in same day. The prices are phenomenal. The staff is incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. This wasn’t my first piercing but It was my first at this shop and they definitely made my septum piercing as painless as can be. AND great after care instructions. Definitely coming back to this place for all my future piercings.

Paige Wallace

Jimmy pierced my conch and rook, and did a phenomenal job! Even though I bled all over the place, he made me feel okay about the whole experience! Very great place to get piercings, and a super fun environment!

Jessica McCord

Called in at 8:03PM (they closed at 9) and asked if they had time to do a nose piercing. A guy answered “Absolutely. Come on in.” Super friendly from the start. Got there about ten minutes later and Richie got me started on paperwork and he got things set up. He was friendly, efficient and gave his opinion in a professional manner (great advice too). Great placement, quick piercing with minimal pain and didn’t even bleed! Great pricing too. While I was there I asked about a tattoo and he was stoked about my idea and gave some advice. I definitely will be back for my tattoo.

Jane Nero

The tattoo artist was very professional, nice, and patient . The overall vibe of the place was super welcoming and they take walk ins and make you feel very comfortable when you are getting a tattoo or piercing, I got both done here and both turned out very nice. The tattoo artist also makes sure you have the design and placement you want!!

Latoriana Sanders

Did my second nose piercing and was so professional!!

Anairam Enriquez

I live 6 min away went to get my nipples pierced I gave them a call asked questions and they gave me answers which was helpful! I read the good reviews so I gave the place a try for the first time ! I got pierced the same day !! Which was really nice ,the guy was really nice and knew what he was doing .I would go back to them !😌 …

Tara Natasha

Quick and easy appointment for my two friends and I to get our noses pierced multiple times. The piercer was very friendly and helped educate me on my previous nose ring. Would definitely recommend!

Kevin Atwell

Dave Berry is one of the best tattoo artists around!

Dana Dorsey

Omg! Stopped in just to see if they would take a walk-in. They were ALL so friendly! I was able to get my piercing with no wait. Quick and easy! The tattoo work is splendid! If you need any piercings or tattoos done call them up!

Ashley Robinson

jimmy was the best very nice funny and professional. didn’t rush at all

Haelee Spears

Jimmy did an awesome job piercing 2 adults and 1 minor! He was great at making our 9 year old feel comfortable and not so nervous about getting her ears pierced. He got all of us in and out in less than an hour and was very professional and calming.

Hannah Marie

I just wanted to shout out my artist for being the sickest! Skylar Bauerle gave me my ink and it’s one of my favorite tattoos! If you’re ever visiting this steel rod I would highly recommend him! some of the best ink I’ve gotten!

Theresa Emeli

Very friendly and very helpful! He helped me figure out what was wrong with my helix piercing, explained how to care for it, and helped me change out the jewelry for a better fit. He really cares about his craft. 10/10 would come again!

Jennifer Fitch

Salt & Pepper was a funny, great guy to do my nose piercing. He made you feel comfortable, and gave you all the info you needed to get a successful piercing. I would go back.

Erica Mathe

I loved this place! The piercers were awesome!

Kas Beauty

Went with a friend to get piercings. There was one guy working and some girls waiting to get tattoos I believe (it was a Sunday). He was nice and quickly got us signed in (paperwork). We waiting maybe 5 min and he took us back. Took him 10 min to do all 3 piercings (I got 2). Will definitely be going back for more! Thanks Eric!

Amanda B

Salt and pepper did a great job with my daughters industrial piercing! Explained the process and after care thoroughly. Highly recommended!!

AJ Stanich

Jimmy put pierced my helix in 3 places and my tragus all in a days work. He was very thorough, quick, and clean. He even used a pair of calipers to make sure my helix piercings were equally spaced apart which I thought was neat. Definitely knew what he was doing and really cares about his work.

Bailee Krakowski

Had a lot of fun getting my helix pierced at Steel Rod Tattoo! Staff was well trained, funny and understanding. Would recommend for your next piercing!

Sara Carr

No complaints. All of the men who work there were very nice. I was seen right away and it was fast and easy for my nose piercing. I will return. Updated: I returned today to their new location and was just as amazingly pleased as the first time. These guys are top notch for friendliness and service. Jimmy helped me today. Will return again again. Glad I found this place.

Sara Clampitt

These guys are awesome.. definitely happy with my piece and will be returning soon for more.. popped in Wednesday for a quote and they are about half the price of other shops. Nice guys great work. Dave did my tattoo. If you are looking for water color he is definitely the guy.

Kay Palm

Got my very first piercing done Saturday and it was an amazing experience. They were clean. Sanitized stations before and after and used all new material and equipment. I was scared but the guy comfort me the whole time and it was fast, before I could blink,jump,or anything I was done. I’ll definitely be back for my second piercing

pamela lozano

Jimmy the piercer was the real deal. Very good at what he does! He’s knowledgeable and very quick which was great for me. He kept us laughing and made me want to go back!

Cameron Nichole

I got my belly button pierced by one of the staff members during the summer and it was amazing. I ended up having to take it out and a few months later had my friend try to repierce it. She did it very wrong and my piercing was noticeably crooked. I went back to steel rod and they were able to repierce me again with no problems. It was quick and done to perfection. Also their set up is very cool and clean. Will definitely be returning.

Michael Yager

They did a fantastic job. Salt and pepper did my ears, and had a great experience. Thank you, Steel Rod for making it a pleasant visit.

Carolyn Chinni

I got my nipples pierced here a few days ago, and while that's an innately terrifying experience, these guys made me feel 100% more comfortable. The inside was very clean and had a cool retro vibe. Will definitely be returning for and future piercings and possibly for tattoos.

Daijia Addison

i had a great experience at steel rod tattoos. Brian pierced my nose and he was great! i was so nervous and he made it very comfortable and quick, it wasn’t bad at all.

Raylynn Hill

I've been going here to get all my piercings done. I just went to get my nose pierced and Jimmy is the guy. He was very informative of everything. He also kept me laughing before to get my nerves down. Great experience

Mary Rybak

I went in today to get a tattoo done by David after seeing him post it on Facebook. And boy was I not disappointed. Not only does it look amazing, but he is by far one of the best artists I've ever seen. First of all, I got exactly what I thought I was going to get. Secondly, everyone in the shop was super professional. And lastly, most of the time, I forgot I was even getting a tattoo in the first place. David had a very soft hand. I will for sure be a repeat customer.

Bethany Brown

Such a good experience, I got my cartilage done for the first time and I was EXTREMELY nervous. The guys who did my piercing was funny and made it a super great experience! They were very sanitary with all their tools and he knew exactly what to do and answered all my questions! I would recommend Steel Rod Tattoo to anyone, and I will be returning to get another piercing!

Aaron Reed

Nice people that work here. Good artist and artwork. Got my first tattoo ever from Dave Berry. I love it. This place is the only place in Indy to do my artwork.

Jaxon Grey

I had a slightly negative experience while attempting to get my nose piercing at another shop. A friend of mine recommended Steel Rod so we drove over and I immediately felt comfortable. The shop was very clean, tidy and inviting. Biggins gave me my piercing which was super quick, easy and 50% less expensive than the other shop I had gone to. Not only was he a great piercer, but he was polite and friendly as well as obviously knowledgeable about his craft. 5 stars all the way!

Krista Nacrelli

We had a super positive first time ear piercing experience! Jimmy was so great with my 5 year old ❤️ 10/10 recommend!

Florance Collins

super knowledgeable about piercings!! fun environment and a great place to go for a quick and easy nose piercing. got two piercings and my friends also got some. would definitely recommend this place to anyone :)

Darrius Hooten

I forget the woman’s name who pierced my ears but she was very friendly. Everyone here was very friendly and helpful. It was very fast and pain was minimal. I will definitely go back if I plan on getting more piercings or getting my first tattoo.

Haidy Romero

The staff there was SUPER nice. We made an appointment & had no wait to get our piercings. Affordable and really good quality! Highly recommend!

L Kords

Only shop I'll use for tattoos and piercings. Eric has brought to life 4 of my tattoo ideas and they are exactly what I visioned! Cassi was awesome too. She listened carefully to my request and did a triple helix exactly how I always wanted it! My hubby got his first tat with Eric too and it's amazing. Clean, friendly environment. As a client you don't feel rushed or judged on what YOU want. Highly recommend!

Anthony Dunbar

First visit here but very impressed with the art skills. See Richard Noe for photos.

Ben Hedge

Walked in one day to look at some flash and saw some Harry Potter flash that was really cool since both my wife and my sister love Harry Potter. I got the golden snitch on my family theme arm done by Dave and my wife got the sorting hat. We both love the end result. I got a second one done by Dave and just love it. I really love the work he does and had him draw a custom piece that ive been wanting and the final design he showed my was beyond my vision and cant wait to get the session booked to get it on. Definitely recommend steel rod

Dayne Keller

I had my very first tattoo done here and i absolutely love it. Good people who made you feel comfortable. My artist was Richie and I highly recommend him! Thanks again Steel Rod Tattoo!

leandra n

SP is the BEST!!He did my left nostril and totally killed it!!!Made me comfortable like we were family!I went back the 2nd day to get my septum done and Eric was just as bomb as SP!!I would recommend to ANYONE

Daniel Jones

After doing a lot of research, my wife and I came here to get matching tattoos. We gave some ideas to Dave and he helped put together an awesome design. He was professional, kind, and did an amazing job. We love our tattoos and would recommend this place (and Dave) to anyone!

Dee A.

Salt’n Peppa pierced my ears. Made me and my friend laugh the entire time with his positive energy. Thank you so much ! I’ll see you soon !

Jessica Hardin

Loved everything about my experience here! I went in to get my belly button pierced, and walked out with that, a new eyebrow ring, and my very first tattoo. The people who work there are incredibly friendly,and I really can't wait to go back for more!

Jessica Burton

Just got my nipples pierced today!!!! They made me comfortable and they all have great personalities to make u want to keep coming back!!!!! Love my piercing

Janika Emberson

So I came in here to inquire about my first tattoo. I was nervous and wanted to discuss my options. When I walked into the shop without an appointment might I add I was greeted immediately by Randy Willoughby. He listened to my questions and concerns, played with my ideas and brought to life exactly what I wanted on the computer for me to see. I was so impressed! So we scheduled an appointment for the next day. When I came in the next day still nervous, Randy had my tattoo sketch ready and he had personalized it a bit like we had agreed and it was amazing!! Shortly later he got to work on it. During the whole process he made me feel, calm relaxed and at ease while he worked on his piece of art on my shoulder. I wasn't even in the chair for 45 minute before he was completely done. Color and everything! The end result was absolutely BEAUTIFUL!!! I couldn't have asked for a better piece or a better experience! Randy truly is an amazing artist! The shop was very clean and neat and very professional!

Devon Tran

Great place had an awesome tattoo done here, before getting my tattoo i went to like 7 other places and Steel Rod was the cheapest for the same prompt. Will likely be going again!

Madi Bray

Bex did a flash tattoo for me and she was awesome!! best tattoo experience i’ve had, very good vibes in there and she did amazing

Kimberlee Mejia

Got my forward helix done and the customer service was amazing! Mike was my piercer and was very helpful in describing aftercare procedure. Will definitely be back for more piercings soon!

Kareema Boykin

I really like this place. I have gotten several piercings here with no problems. The staff are nice. Yesterday I was there with my kids and they were also welcome. I also checked them out at the local health department and they hadn't had any violations.

jena walker

Really helpful and educated staff. The piercer was knowledgeable and patient. Would recommend to anyone wanting a quick, easy piercing!

Thany Salazar

I was super nervous first time but the guy there was super chill, nice and explained everything I forgot his name but he does the piercing for the nose. It felt like a pinch and hurt very minimal, I'm actually happy I went to that place which is right around the corner from my house. I asked a lot of questions because I'm annoying like that and they were nice.

Joey Laitala

Just got an industrial piercing here today. Staff was very friendly on the phone and in person. They made the process of my piercing very convenient. Also the environment is really fun, and everything is very sanitary

Hollie Zehnder

Jimmy was awesome! Very funny and nice and made both of my daughters feel comfortable! Highly recommend!!

Sierra Brannon

This is my go to shop. I drive an hour from Anderson to Indy to see David Berry. He's done 3 tattoos on me so far! He's a very talented artist and flexible to get an appointment with..

Ashley Schmidt

Got tattoos done by Dave AMAZING work!!!! Got piercings done by Jimmy and healed AMAZINGLY!!!! ABSOLUTELY LOOOOOVE THIS PLACE

Kierra Nicole

I went straight in to get a nose piercing with no apointment & I was out within 10 to 15mins later. They were sooo cool & helpful & so fast. Love my nose piercing. Highly recommend ppl to come here

Jill Ann Blumenthal

Steel Rod Tattoo is a wonderful gem of a tattoo shop tucked neatly away on the side of Lafayette Road...unpretentious...user friendly and spotlessly clean...Big burly Biggins with his infectious smile and hardy laugh usually commands the reception area as Master of Ceremonies cheerfully imparting advice and knowledge while he guides the customers to their “appropriate” doors...Alex Rodriquez MY personal tattoo guru with his fabulous undercut dreaded dark locks and black horned rimmed glasses is truly a master craftsman waving his magic wand to create wonderful ORIGINAL designs with his extraordinary living ink...I would not even consider traveling any further than Steel Rod Tattoo! Thank you so much Alex for yet another spectacular piece!

Fai Thompson

I had came in here just off of a whim because I needed a horshoe replacement for my cartilage and was in the area shopping. I was a little hesitant because I pulled up and saw these two big white guys with huge beards siting outside, and there I was Black and bald headed. Needless to say, they were both really nice and cool! Timmie (assuming that was his name because the card on the receipt has his name) had the horshoe piercing ready in seconds AND put it in no charge. The horshoe was only $10 and I enjoyed the entire experience I was there. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable experience.

Teranae Coleman

Went there directly off work and was able to get in quickly. My piercer (Totally forgot his name) was awesome! I definitely would recommend Steel Rod to everyone who wants a piercing!

Chantel Carey

I got my septum pierced a couple months ago an loved it Eric did a great job and the healing process was great just followed the after care instructions

Hannah Brower

I got an ear piercing and it was the best experience I’ve had thus far. Timmie was the one who did it all and he is amazing and makes you feel very comfortable. Very great place!

Ange Marie

They were awesome very nice and professional they educating me not only on my piercing but a piercing that could be vital to my life if I had of gotten it done in my van with it if I have one I like them they were fast and efficient and I will recommend them to anyone

Stacy McCloud

Timmie is AWESOME!!! I was nervous about getting both my nipples pierced..Just because of I his personality on the phone I want to him.. My bf went with me..we will both go back for tattoos..Prices are GREAT!!! & as nervous as I nervous as I was Timmie made the experience great!!! THANK YOU!!! Stacy & Jamarkus..

pati allison

Rich always does excellent work. On time, flexible. Most importantly, we works with you to make sure the tattoo is going to be what you want.

Cesse

Dave was great! My Merkaba is amazing and he was more than willing to work with my ideas. I gave him my idea for my next tattoo! They are all great, and I'd definitely suggest checking this spot out!

Humberto Mendez Arroyo

Friendly people, no judgement, would definitely go back without a doubt

Shannon Mangus

I've gotten several tattoos there and I love it there! Always a great experience and the people are friendly and make sure you have a great time! Highly recommend!!!

Tiffany Stallworth

Jimmy pierced my nose and he did a GREAT job! He kept me talking and the pain was minimal!!!! 10 out 10 would recommend!!!!

Winter Lily Summer Rain

I tried this place out for their Halloween flash and loved it so much I went back for the Friday the 13th flash. Dave Berry has earned my business. I am looking forward to getting more work done here!

Holly Armenoff

I've had a tattoo and a piercing done there... both times they were professional and courteous. They also do great work. I'm definitely going back.

ShannaRose Steinke

Piercer was awesome!!! Made me and my BFF laugh and super comfortable with the whole process!!! Highly recommend!!!!

Lakeyla Wheeler

Piercing guy keeps you entertained while piercing! I got my piercing there a year ago and took my there as well... we love it!

Jayla Brooks

I went to get my nose pierced for the first time. They were quick, clean, and really laid back! I'll be back for a tattoo hopefully ☺️

Jessica Coleman

I got my very first tattoo here and I absolutely love it! The design was perfect and it didnt take nearly as long as I thought. I didnt catch their names but I am very please and happy with the finished product. Sorry

Beth Hearn

We went in as a party of 6. 4 sister tattoos, one jr tattoo one scorpio tattoo and 2 nose rings. Wonderful experience. Excellent customer service.

James Allen

Eric done a great job on my Daughter's first tattoo price was ok great work and very friendly staff we will definitely be back. Thanks again Eric and Steel Rod Tattoo

Monteka Pegues

Fun experience! Great, quick, well informed and made you feel comfortable. I don’t remember his name but he was a tall gentleman with a great personality!

kt turner

I came here a week ago for my watercolor skull tattoo. I love it and the tattoo artist, Dave, was very nice. I will come back here again. This time with my sister to get matching tattoos

Lisa Miles

I highly recommend this place for all your ink needs and piercings very clean and very professional I wont go anywhere else check them out you won't be disappointed.

Taylor Rose

Cassi pierced my nose, it was quick and easy and THE BEST PLACE TO GO FOR LOW PRICE PIERCINGS!!! I'm telling you, every place is overpriced and rude but Steel Rod will hook you up! Thanks guys

Kisha Gordon

First time at new location but been a long time custom. Got my 👃 and belly pierced today by Jim. He was wonderful 🤗! …

Nora Henderson

These guys are freaking awesome and cool. They did my industrial piercing about a week or so ago and I'm sure as hell coming back tomorrow for my tattoo. They have to be my first timer for my tattoo.

Maurice Burge

All I can say is that DAVE the tatto artist is one bad m…kr… with that tatto gun and ink… if u want a good quality tatto go see him… u won’t diss appointed….

Samantha Sigmund

Took my twin daughters to get their noses pierced for their birthday. Jimmy kept them entertained to keep them distracted from being nervous and made it as quick and painless as possible.

Keisheonah Perry

They where funny, nice, very professinal, and my piercing turnd out beautiful. I will surely come back if I want a new one

Sherry Latimore

They was great people and it was clean. I got my nose done it was fast and didn't hurt i love it. I will be back maybe for a tattoo soon.

GRIGITTE White

Salt n pepper did my nose piercing amazing man wonderful customer service and he was so nice and I will be back

Lashae4 Life

I got my belly and Medusa Piercing done here and they both healed beautifully ❤️ Thanks

Luna Moon

Just got my nose pierced here today! Workers are great and friendly, and the work was well done, definitely coming back again 🤗😇 …

Jaedyn Beardsley

This place is awesome! Amazing hospitality and very comforting. Quick and easy. I love my piece.

Kaitlin Johnson

I went and got my very first tattoo done at Steel Rods and my tattoo came out very nice the place was nice and clean and the employees were very friendly and was nice to all the customers definitely worth it.

Lanita Parson

I got my noise pierced by saltpepper and he made me feel so comfortable I will be back cause the whole place was friendly...thanks

Tyler Williams

GREAT WORK!! Got the Drake O.V.O Owl and the tattoo artist did a great job. He was quick and very thorough. Highly recommend.

Alissa Davis

I went in for two small tattoos and left very pleased with both. Very friendly and helpful staff.

Patrice Thomas

Awesome experience Jimmy did my husband and I nose piercing super affordable and super quick

MzUnderstood Libra

I just got my tatas pierced and he was amazinnngggg! Jimmy is hilarious and good at what he does! Very proficient 💕 …

Muriel

I got my nipples pierced today and the customer service was great. The shop was very clean. I highly recommend this place.

alyssa Towe

I had a great experience at Steel Rod Tattoo. My piercing looks great and i would recommend this shop to anyone.

Ashley Graves

I love it. I went to get my noses pierced & he was easy n gentle.

Soraya Soomro

I got my tattoo on my birthday, three weeks ago and I love it. The guys are very professional and they walk you through the whole process.. I couldn't be happier!

Brandon Beverly

This place is great! Super clean with talented artists 10 out of ten would definitely recommend!!

TaBresha Bozeman

I love it here. I'm not going to anyone else for tattoos or piercing. They are friendly and laid back.

Ariana Milligan

Love it here! I had a tattoo and piercing done here at different times. Always professional and both tattoo and piercing look amazing!!

Denea Bonds

I HAVE BEEN HERE A FEW TIMES, AND EVERY TIME MY EXPERIENCE IS AWESOME, JIMMY WAS SUPER GENTEL, AND REALLY KNEW HIS CRAFT, 5 STARS ALL AROUND JIMMY!!

Wakanda Nono

Went in to take wives earrings out (inside of ear) and he had to perform minor surgery lol. He was patient and only charged a small fee

Bill Mollencupp

Eric is a very good tattoo artist.They moved the store from Lafayette road to 16th street,and are working hard to make the new place nice.

D’Myia

I got my second hole and it didn’t take long. They’re nice people and it’s a clean place. Most definitely worth it.

Courtney Headd

Great prices, great piercing work. Horrible parking tho

Gayle Smith

Just got my 16yr old daughter's nose pierced and am very happy with the whole experience!

Marcus Archie

They do a good job and they make you feel comfortable

Kaitlyn Buchanan

I loved being in steel rod tattoo parlor i like the evirment and the guy were very funny I think steel rod will be my main place to go get tattoos and piercings at

carley valdes

Got my 2nd tattoo done today by Timmie. He did absolutely amazing. Will definitely be going back

Sophonie Zephyr

I love this place, my trip there was based on the reviews. I’ll go back and I’ll suggest my family to visit it too. The guys were really nice and professional

Lilith Rayne

Just got a lip piercing but they are fast and very professional! I barely felt anything-

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7 of my 8 tattoos i have, I've got done at steel rod. I love this place and won't go no place else.

Ashley Carlisle

They got me in and out with a quick piercing and was very helpful. Will definitely come back

Dawn Still

Ty big guy/ Master Quick awesome job I was scared to death and he kept me smiling and very quick. Great Sticking😊 …

Anna Trice

Jimmy was quick and crazy acting but he got the job done. I love it. Thanks

Erika Quinn

Very clean place and friendly staff. Went in to get a daith piercing.Surprisingly super quick and efficient.

aMiaa jońess

I highly recommend this place for piercing & tattoos great work !

Pocah On the Come up

Eric was BOMB. Patient && nice fixed a issue from a whole different piercer && never complained or talked bad about the other shop

Hanna Setlock

Great place! Super friendly and very professional! They did an amazing job!

yamato rose

Just very comfortable service and got such a cute pericing

jamie cowan

Just got my lip pierced. Great customer service! Pleased with service.

Rachel W

My #1 spot to go to for all of piercings, haven’t gotten a tattoo from them yet, but I plan to.

Cresa Murray

Professional and accommodating. Love my nose piercing!

Jenny Salguera Ozuna

the guy who attended us was really helpful and assisted me well with what I needed , he was also really energetic , so thank you guy I didn't get your name but thank you for attending us .

Rae Booth

Worked with Timmie. He was awesome ;) Fair prices, excellent customer service. Very satisfied customer :)

Amie Welsh

Nice clean lines good humble people

Kevin patton

Awsome place great arts friendly ppl awsome place get your tatoos here cuse there awsome work

John Bradley

Got a Memorial Tattoo for my Daddy. The guy did awesome work. I love it.

Makayla

The piercer was nice and funny, got it done quickly.

Alex Webb

Looks great, I love it. Quick and easy service too

Amber Trice

Went in for a nose ring and was done within 30 mins. No wait. No Hassle.

Darrah Walton

Great place and Dave was great. Very happy with my tattoo

Dawn Templeton

Went for a piercing, quick, professional, and great customer service

Jessica Chowning

The piercing guy is freaking awesome definitely the best

Shay Jones

GREAT SERVICE FUNNY GUY FAST WE WAS IN AND OUT I WILL BE BACK

Jacob Barnes

Friendly services, cheap and well done tattoos. Wont go anywhere else.

Mareeka Bibbs

Love it and the atmosphere was very welcoming and friendly..... it was fun I'll definitely be back

Daphne Moore

Great staff

The One

Did a great job with my nose piercing

Johanni Kimmins

Jimmy and Dave are the best in Indy period!!!!

Dawn Lewis

I got up here saying they were awesome and clean place in the guy that helped me

Rick Hansen

Voted top 5 tattoo studios in Indiana, appointments and walk in available.

Mark Baker

Just ask for David.

branden westhoff

They poked me with a needle a bunch of times and made a beautiful scar ill cherish always

John Cole

Friendly folks. Pretty good artists. Reasonable prices.

Caren Clayton

Wonderful place atmosphere and did a great job on me services

Tashi Kyle

I only go to one person and that's Eric loved that guy

Allison Roldan

clean, everyone was really nice & supportive through the process

Tanya holbrook

Great group of people great choice...

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AJ Miles

Such a fun experience. Timmie was great

Pam Rady

Very nice place and very nice people. I would recommend this place to everybody.

M RKO

Dave Berry is a kickass artist!

Ethan Stafford

Chill but they ruined the madalorian episide 3 for me

Shanthan Buddhala

It's just okay.Not everyone is a great artist in here.

Keda Stevens

Jimmy was so gentle and funny.

Mrs. A

Best place in indy they are absolutely amazing.

cheick cheick

Great place to get a piercing or tattoo

Alexia Rone

They was great and helped me out

Tiara Evans

Love the people very good customer service

Kenny Leaf

Great place great artist very cle8

Renea Lawrence

Always a great welcoming place..

Michael Wood

Yeah they laid it out.... cold piece.

Guadalupe Dominguez

Very Good

oluwatosin fisher

Very neat place and friendly staffs.

Devon Roberson

Got my nose pierced

TaShonda Townsell

Very professional and reasonable in price

Amber Wedgeworth

Great attention to detail and great work

Deon Cathey

Get place cool people

Sunshine 69

Kool guys and nice work

Sieayrra Alvarez

They were great

Destiny Herrera

Great survive and great prices 😊 …

Shaynae Harvey

Wonderful communication skills and personality

Rico Raxz

Good work and fast

Candace Bonds

Tommie is the best with a needle

Dominique “Nikki” Beal

Love my piercing

Joanna Watts

Awesome

Ronetta Parker

Going back for my second piercing

Johnnisha Armstead

Nice clean professional

Luna Kruger

Good environment

Jesus Sixtega

Good

Me Re

Great service

Latasha Hammond

Great work

Steph & Mo

Great experience

Ulonda Young

Easy access.

Kash Bandz

Cane twice

Trevor Sims

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kd Simmons

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