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First Class Tattoo in New York
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New York, New York County, New York, US
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Phone: +1 646-998-5203
Site: https://www.firstclasstattoos.com/
Site: https://www.firstclasstattoos.com/
Opening hours
- Monday:12–9PM
- Tuesday:12–9PM
- Wednesday:12–9PM
- Thursday:12–9PM
- Friday:12–9PM
- Saturday:12–9PM
- Sunday:12–9PM
Comments (169)
Love this place, all of the staff were super friendly. The shop was clean, they played good music and had beautiful artwork. I made an appointment with Nina I’ve been waiting months for and I’m super pleased with her artwork. Overall great experience and I plan on going back :)
I had a great time getting a flash tattoo done with Kevin! He was so patient and detailed, and his work is absolutely phenomenal. The first photo I attached is from the day I got it done, and the second photo is after a month of healing. I love the environment of the shop, and I can’t wait to go back for more of Kevin’s (@szk.o on IG) work ASAP!!
I got my nose pierced here, my friend got her cartilage pierced here, and I just took another friend to get her septum done. All of our piercings have healed well (well the most recent one is still new and healing great!) and we are much hotter and happier Bc of our piercings. Highly recommend
Mikhail has worked on my sleeve and it’s been an amazing experience. I get so many compliments on my work! He took my idea and made it into a reality. I also recently worked with shira and her vibes were immaculate. 10/10 studio, cleanliness and energy. Front desk chick is amazing - hella sad she’s leaving in May! Highly recommend.
Shira did an amazing job with my tattoo. She was kind attentive and gave me exactly what I asked for. The owner was super cool and the studio what’s a great vibe. Highly recommend.
Went in with an idea and came out with a piece I absolutely love. Everyone was great to work with and made it an enjoyable experience for an all day session. Mostly appreciate Dmitry putting his own touch on my concept and helping make some decisions that really turned out great. Would recommend
I thought I could trust this place but the artist I worked with did exactly what I asked her not to do. So upsetting and disappointing. One of the worst tattoos I’ve ever gotten. Over kill on random leaves sticking out of random places. Looks like flower hell. Ridiculous. My cover up was an after thought. Now I’m stuck with a bad tattoo over another bad tattoo that still shows. Don’t go here
Loved the service at First Class. Everyone was super welcoming and informative. All the artist are incredibly talented and professional. I will definitely be coming back for my future pieces. Can’t recommend this place enough.
Mikael Andersson has always done my tattoos. Always professional. Hes done simple to intricate work. Actually Ive followed him around for years. Everyones always fun and nice and professional that works here.
Just got inked by Abi and she did an amazing job!! Super professional and sweet. Very clean shop 10/10 definitely lives up to its name! Worth every penny for pristine work!
Great place, very professional and amazing artists! Shira created a fantastic tattoo for me, it turned out even better than I imagined. Highly recommend.
I had a great experience, staff was incredibly chill and professional and the space was comfortable and safe. Definitely recommend it if you are looking for a quality tattoo shop
I have gotten tattooed by Lina twice and she is remarkable. I love her work, and she is so much fun to be around, which is a great thing when you’re face to face for several hours. She’s by far my favourite artist, and I wish I was rich so I could come back more often. The place is welcoming, the people are very kind and make you feel at ease. There’s a reason I travel from NJ to get work done here specifically.
Fair art work. Much better artist than I am but compared to the artwork that’s out there today First Class tattoos look old looks like art kids in high school draw. If you want something simple you can go there but if you’re gonna spend $500 and better take your money elsewhere. Never get a tat from the first place you enter.
Wow!!! Where do I start?? Everyone there is so friendly and welcoming. Business is safe and clean . I recently had a beautiful tattoo done by Sasha. She is so sweet and talented!! She made me feel so comfortable and made the whole experience enjoyable. I loved how creative she is , she took my idea and made it so much better!! My boyfriend got his tattoo done by Sasha as well and is already thinking about getting another one. Definitely would recommend First class tattoo and Sasha. Keep up the great work guys !!
I’ve gotten three tattoos here twice from visiting artists and once from one of the resident artists. I just got my third tattoo a month ago. They source their talent well. I walked in and sat with the artist for about half an hour seeing what designs he made for me. He was able to capture exactly my vision and I’m still in love with the result. The place is clean, the artist definitely pay attention to detail and they are at a perfect price point. Don’t go cheap on your tattoos cover ups are expensive. I can’t recommend this place enough.
I got a hip/thigh piece free handed by Lina and some geometrics from dimitri. Hands down the best tattoo experience I’ve ever had. They work fast and it turned out awesome. Won several 1st place awards including 1st place for the entire show! Amazing people and amazing work. Will be back with them soon.
Just finished up with getting an awesome piece! I ended up getting a full calf black and gray tattoo of something very personal to me and I truly couldn’t be happier. Everyone at the shop was EXTREMELY kind. Sasha was my tattoo artist - I’d highly recommend her. The detail she puts into every piece is absolutely stunning, and at her current prices I honestly think her artwork is a steal. I’ll definitely be coming back sometime in the future.
This is my most frequented tattoo shop, I always find myself going back. The artists are very down to earth and nice. They take the time to make sure you are comfortable with your design. Very high quality work but with more reasonable and affordable prices.
Just got a tattoo in memory of my brother done by Sasha. She did an amazing job. I couldnt love it more. Place is very clean, everyone was very professional. Would highly recommend Sasha to everyone!
Dont bother if youre new to tattoos. I filled out a request form with a design thats important to me personally, but is pretty intricate, hoping to get some feedback on what would be possible and work with one of the artists since it looks like they do great work. I got a terse, pretty rude response saying the reference is too complex and essentially telling me to screw off. I responded saying Im open to recommendations and collaboration and never heard back.Probably do great work if youve already had work done and know exactly what you want and how the process works, but I get the sense theyre tattoo elitists and only want to work with a certain type of person.
Weng is very professional and takes his time to make sure your tattoo comes out looking great. The staff is kind and friendly and the shop itself is very clean. Would recommend to anyone
One of the finest tattoos studios on the east coast.Been here multiple times and I talk to artists quite often.Don’t think twice before getting work done here.
I got inked by Shira and the experience was enjoyable from start to finish. She was so kind and attentive. I received exactly what I wanted! Clean studio and great vibes. Highly recommend!!!
As advertised, everyone at the shop is First Class. Been there twice now, two full (seperate) days, two different pieces. One by guest artist Vlad (trake163) who gave me a beautiful, crazy realistic and unique flash piece as my first. Shop was super kind and accommodating when that white ink made me see stars. Really appreciated their hospitality. Second one was by resident artist Nina P (nina.p.tattoo) who drew up a stunning design based on a rough idea I presented her with. Her watercolor work is truly unmatched! Couldnt be happier with either piece. Did they hurt? Yes. Were they expensive? Yes. Were they worth it? YES! If youre going to get something permanent on your body, you might as well get it from the best, and First Class is nothing but the best. Highly recommend!
Had one of the artist Sasha do an arm piece for me, the sketch was really well drawn and the way she tattooed made the 2 1/2 hours fly by, very happy with the finished product, would definitely go back
The team at First Class was so friendly and caring. Mikhail took the time to talk to me about what I wanted, gave me a few different options and made me feel comfortable throughout every step of the process. It was quick, easy and came out stunning! This was an extremely meaningful tattoo and I’m so grateful for the outstanding effort that was put into it. Thank you for helping me create my dream tattoo!
Had a great experience from start to finish. Met up with Natashia for a consultation. The appointment was fast and straight to the point as we had already discussed a bit before hand. We looked at reference pictures together, and she explained up front when the design would be finished, how much she charges hourly and how long the tattoo was expected to take.The day of the tattoo went by smoothly as well. Took a little less than an hour after the appointment time for her to finish the design completely but I didnt mind since I wanted it to be something that she and I both liked. Throughout the appointment, she made sure I was comfortable and even got me a juice during our break midway.In all, it took 6 hours for a piece that Im proud to have. It was my first ever tattoo and Natashia made the experience! Her work (while pricey) is detailed and exactly what I had envisioned. I would much rather pay more for a permanent piece of art on my body than less for a work I didnt love completely.
Got 2 tattoos with Sasha and not only did they come out so amazing but she was so sweet and nice! Veryyy personable and great to work with. She is very talented and i already booked a second appointment with her. 10/10 reccomend. The place is really clean and the shop manager Adina was really nice too :)
First Class Tattoo is just what the name says - first class ✈️. I came here for my very first tattoo and I couldnt have imagined a better experience. The staff were very professional, the place was clean, and everyone who came in was friendly. The best part of the experience though was Steve (IG: sdarbenzio). Hes an insanely talented artist whos easy to work with and clearly loves what he does. Be sure to check this place out if youre looking to get ink - you wont regret it
This was my first tattoo so I was nervous but excited. It was to memorialize my dogs passing so had a lot of meaning to me. Dima took the time to sit and get the design perfect to scale and size. He explained everything and took his time getting it lined up perfectly. While I’m sure it was simple and boring for him he made the entire experience special and personal. The tattoo looks absolutely amazing and his design input was fantastic. I couldn’t recommend this place enough.It would be cool if they sold tshirts with there logo, I’d proudly wear one!
Steve is such an amazing artist I been following his art for years and made sure I was first in line when he first started. I trust his vision with just two details I gave him about my tattoo idea he brought it to life with his unique details. He is very patient and thoughtful to check in with me if I needed any breaks. I’m looking forward to more tattoos!
I cannot rave enough about this shop and the amazing work that comes out of here. Had 2 sessions with Sasha for a larger piece that came out AMAZING. Trusted her with my idea and the story behind it and she delivered beyond my dreams and expectations. Everything was clean, professional and they made the experience very comfortable. You get what you pay for 100% highly recommended!
So I went to First Class Tattoo to get a beautiful piece done by Abigail. I traveled from Maryland to get tattooed by her because she is just that talented
I got tattooed by Lina, and my whole experience was great. Shes an amazing artist, and was Great to work with. She gave me everything I wanted, was receptive to my needs, and was very nice and funny
I can’t recommend this place enough!!! My artist Sasha is super talented and incredibly kind and made the whole process so much less stressful. I love the way my piece turned out! Everyone in the shop was super awesome to talk to and the place overall has a fantastic vibe! I would recommend this place to anyone and everyone looking to get a quality tattoo!!
Last week, I had my first tattoo by Nina. From the beginning to the end, Nina was a total professional and is a master at her craft. After a few conversations about design, she came up with a custom design that was perfection. The combination of her artistry, attention to detail, color and composition is impeccable. Thank you Nina!
The artists here are all very friendly. The shop is super clean. Highly recommend if you are looking to get any kind of tattoo.
First Class Tattoos has remained my go to shop since 2017. The atmosphere is welcoming and the artists are skilled. Although I would make appointments ahead of time as the artists are often booked from weeks to serval months in advanced.
Such an awesome experience with Steve D at First Class Tattoo! Shop is ultra clean and an awesome atmosphere. Cant wait to get back in the chair.
Such a great tattoo experience. (Sasha) Very accommodating for a fairly last minute appt, offered help with my idea but wasnt pushy, she cared that I was happy from start to finish, AND DID AN AMAZING JOB!! Cant recommend her enough, I will be back!
TLDR - would highly recommend (and have to friends!) First Class.Got my first ever piece done at First Class in July of 2020. Working with Dmitry and the team was such a pleasure! My artist quickly turned my inspiration and references into a design that I loved, and suggested great improvements in the process. The shop was clean, and I appreciated Dmitry’s patience as he explained what to expect out of the tattoo experience, as well as aftercare.
I recently got a tattoo by Steve D and had a great experience. I’ve been to a few shops over the years and the shop was clean with good vibes all day long. Steve was friendly and knowledgeable. I’m thrilled with the final product and will definitely be back soon for more work from him.
I got an anime panel from Abigail and even though I have to travel to NYC I don’t think I will ever trust another anime artist this much ever again. She is kind and professional and has bomb artwork. Can’t wait for appointment number 2.
I decided to switch up my tattoos and try out a new place and a new person . Let me start off by saying First Class tattoos was clean professional and the level of talent there is unmatched ! I actually had one of their newer artist Steve DArbenzio do my first leg piece and Im so happy I did! We went for a Sailor Jerry style but with his own spin (meaning amazing shading and details) I honestly couldnt be happier! Get a session with him now before hes booked up
Steve D’Arbenzio gave me a tattoo a few weeks ago and it was honestly one of the best experiences I’ve had. Not only is he one of the most talent artists I’ve met, he’s personable and more than willing to take time to talk about design, placement, etc. I’ve been to tons of tattoo shops in the city but Steve will definitely be my guy from now on. Highly recommend.
Big Thank you to Dima for his expertise, knowledge and skill level. He took my idea but made modifications for what I wanted to make it actually look better. The things I wanted for my tattoo werent feasible for the size and location where I wanted it, so he adjusted to make something that will stand the test of time and still look like someone just stamped a clean letter on my chest. Ridiculous line work, punched in Black. Couldnt be happier. Thank you Dima.
I had a tattoo removal from Michelle and I can’t say good enough things about the service and the removal itself. The process is quick and simple and the tattoo itself was just about completely removed in 3 sessions only. Would highly recommend First Class for both removals and tattoos (I had my half leg sleeve done @ First Class 3years ago by Diego and it’s still as amazing as when I first got it!)
Had an amazing experience with Weng. Had lots of laughs and convos, he definitely knows his tattoos. I will definitely be coming back for more in the future.
This parlor is a custom tattoo parlor which means that the art they put onto your skin is entirely original. That’s why I chose to travel from a state away specifically for this.I booked an appointment with Nina for a sailor moon inspired tattoo. She was quick to respond to any questions I shared via email, and was audibly excited to work on the piece that I described. She was upfront with me about the price, and the time that the piece would require.When I arrived at the parlor I was thrilled with the design that she produced. She fulfilled all of the little requests I had, and created an unique piece. I asked her to make a minor change on the coloring, which she gladly made.The process was relatively painless, and she maintained a wonderful attitude throughout the four hours of tattooing. The end result was an amazing tattoo with the cleanest line work I’ve seen. The color translates beautifully onto the skin, and she is one of the most talented artists I’ve seen.I plan on working with Nina again, and I highly recommend the parlor and their artists in general.
Mikhail has built an incredible shop filled with polite, professional artists with exceptional talent. First Class Tattoo is, without a doubt, the best tattoo shop Ive been to in NYC.
Got a tattoo here a few days ago. Super professional staff, very clean environment and the artists are out of this world. Definitely one of the top tattoo shops in NYC hands down. I got a half calf sleeve by Vlad (a visiting artist) and out of like the 10 tattoos I have this one is 100% my favorite and nicest looking one. Would recommend this spot to anyone. I think this is going to be my new spot for all future tats. FYI prices are like $250 an hour but they also have day rates for 8 hrs+ which comes out to be a bit cheaper. This may vary from artist to artist so shoot them an email just to confirm exact pricing.
I met with Nikolai here for a consultation and we went over the design together. He finished the tattoo in two sessions and it came out absolutely beautiful. The studio itself is clean and the staff is friendly/accommodating. 10/10 experience!
Had an amazing experience at this place! Great people and they’re exceptional at their jobs. My tattoo artist Steven gave me an awesome piece and I’m super grateful for choosing first class tattoo.
I got my first tattoo here last week, and the artist Sasha did a beautiful job and was super helpful in teaching me the basics about aftercare, adjusting it to fit what I wanted, and being very patient and kind throughout the process!
I got finger tattoos done by Sasha and it was such a great experience! She is the sweetest and the tattoos look great. I would definitely recommend this shop and Sasha.
It is difficult for non-artists like myself to convey a vague design that we hope others can envision on our behalf. But when that perfect artist comes along and understands your vision, it becomes an unforgettable experience. Consultations at other parlors were dead ends until I came across First Class Tattoo, specifically Nicolas portfolio. I was nervous as I had a limited amount of time to consult in the hopes of getting a tattoo within a matter of weeks, and the shop was very accommodating and scheduled me in quickly. Nicolas consulted with me on a Saturday, and the very next afternoon was already tattooing. He gave me a more stunning tattoo than I could ever have imagined, and I am beyond grateful for his professionalism and creativity. I highly recommend Nicolas for his incredible craft - thank you so very much for my 14-hour sleeve!!
I had a great time getting a lil’ skully guy from Steve today! The establishment looked super clean, checking in was organized and straightforward, and the process itself was painless, chill, and stress-free. I’m satisfied by the end result, and very happy to have his art on my leg. Cheers, and best of luck to you, Steve.
Had a Great Experience from start to finish. Emailed the Shop for a consultation and they responded promptly and professionally. I really appreciated how smooth the entire transaction was. The shop is very clean and the vibe was great. I enjoyed my experience with them and would definitely get another Tattoo from them. Mikhail was the artist that did my tattoo and his work is remarkable. I would reccommend him and First Class Tattoo to anyone looking to get a high quality Tattoo and a First Class Experience.
Excellent tattoo shop - very clean and professional, with great ambiance and skilled artists. Had work done by Dmitry, and it was outstanding!
My first tattoo was here! I got a matching piece with my sister. Very cool professional staff. They made me feel comfortable, it was clean and the vibes were immaculate. I would definitely go back again, my artist was Abigail and she is as gentle as can be. I can’t wait for my next tattoo. I would highly recommend to anyone that has never gotten a tattoo before. They even bought me coffee… so sweet thank you again!
Mikhail is easily one of the best artists in the East coast - probably US in general as well - and his shop shows it. The staff he has working with him are super friendly and professional and the other artists from what Ive seen are near equal to his skill as well. Shop is always super clean, although if youre getting work done in the winter Id recommend wearing layers cause they got this door that walk in clients just kinda refuse to close properly so theres a breeze in the shop frequently. That being said, the tattoos arent cheap by any stretch of the imagination but the quality you get is well worth it. I continue to get compliments on the work I get over a year after its completed and slightly faded/healed which says a lot.
The only reason Im leaving a review is to share my experience on why I never got tattooed here though its brimming with talent. First of all, after loads of research I came across first class via Instagram. I have one other tattoo and feel I was judged for this ( though I love art, and only want to get meaningful pieces ). After looking at all the artists work, I knew exactly who I wanted to tattoo me. I scheduled a consult and sent tons of reference photos. Essentially it was a jester girl tattoo on my hip, which I meant to be a key piece for my proposal to my spouse which communicated at our consult. At the consult, I communicated the importance of this art piece to the (female) artist though she didnt really sketch anything for me, not sure if Im asking too much, she did jot some notes down in her iPad and assured me that she understood exactly what I wanted for this piece.So.. the day I was to come in for my scheduled tattoo appointment, I saw the artist had tattooed something super dope on someone down in Florida ... only just arriving in NYC by flight. I thought to give the benefit of the doubt and agreed to reschedule due to snow in our area. I came in the next day to see the stencil she made and really was disappointed. It was clearly 1) rushed 2)a collage of random things she pulled from the internet to make sure she included everything I mentioned 3) with no care, regard or finesse at all. The hair, and hand in the piece was so off... She used swirls to frame it which made it look a bit tacky... It did not match at all with the artists work Ive seen! which is way more artsy and higher quality, you can tell she cared about what she put together, sadly just not for me..The reason Im leaving a review of three stars is because of the disappointment I experienced in losing my consult deposit, since I chose not to get a rushed collage with no artistic touch or cohesion, on my body permanently. I felt she clearly did not care at all about me or my tat. I especially was disappointed when she posted amazing work, right after after my visit!
This place is a hidden gem and I feel super lucky to have found it before it gets huge. This was my first tattoo and Diego was awesome - really friendly, very willing to work with me on the design, and then the ultimate product is better than I could have imagined. Hes a true artist, and it was awesome to see him bring his vision into reality. The place is very clean, and its clear they take sanitation seriously.Beyond the wonderful experience I had with Diego as my artist, everyone at the studio is fantastic. Each tattoo is a unique work of art from the hands of some unbelievably talented people. Mikhail runs a great business, and has fantastic taste both in the art he creates and the people he brings in to work in his shop.
Came in for 3 tattoos got charged 300$ . When it came to go to my appointment time I was told I would be called or emailed neither happened. So I called the lady on the line told me my appointment was for 2 I showed up at two only to be told that my appointment was actually 1 and they emailed me . I looked for the email it wasnt there they looked in their system and it wasnt there either because it was never sent . If I hadnt call I would never have been serviced. They scammed me this place isnt black people friendly. Then for my touch up she was also late but its ok for her to be late but not me Im currently sitting here from 505 for a 530 appointment and still not being serviced . I will never return or recommend anyone here if your black . Highly Unprofessional place .
Savannah is absolutely amazing! She’s did my eyebrows so perfect and I never felt so beautiful.She did shadow brows on me and I get compliments all the time . If you want to have eyebrows that are on point , see my girl Savannah..... you won’t regret it!!!!
Super clean & professional!! Jamie & Sasha did amazing tattoos for me and my friend and the manager was super cool. Highly recommend 🙏
Great service! I came across first class tattoo when I was walking around that area with my husband. Out of curiosity I went into the shop- it looks modern, professional, clean and relaxing. I have always been wanting to get a tattoo and I was lucky enough to have an available spot in the evening- so I promptly gave them my idea. Sebastian, my tattoo artist, was a great artist! He was very patient and he did all that he could to make sure that we were on the same page before the real thing! Love his design and the tattoo- it turns out exactly what I wanted. He also patiently explained the aftercare process for me. Thanks Sebastian and everyone in first class tattoo!
I had a truly fantastic experience, the tattoo I got came out way better then I had ever dreamed, it was my first time getting a tattoo and they were super calming and understanding about any jitters I might have had. I highly recommend this place to anyone even debating getting a tattoo
I was referred here by my friend and this was one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. My artist was Dmitry, he was amazing in every way!! If you want a super friendly staff, professional artists, great personalities, and a above and beyond experience. Come here. I’ll show love to other tattoo places as well but I’m proud and confident to call this one my home. Thank you for the wonderful experience. Cheers.
Lina is absolutely amazing! She’s down to earth and makes such a comfortable atmosphere. She’s a perfectionist and takes her art extremely seriously.
...understatement when I say professionalism. Weng who was the artist I had the opportunity to get work from ( I feel all the others are more than capable judging from how smoothly the shop was running ) is beyond knowledgeable, and passionate about his trade. As a consumer that’s all you can ask for. Highly recommended!
Had an appointment with Steven, and he killed it, super chill dude, he makes sure you are well and comfortable. The shop is nice and clean, overall a great experience. If you are looking for a overall great shop and artist I recommend this place.
I love my tatoo! Had a great experience here, my artist was David. He came up with a great design based on my idea and was very patient and positive about my feedback. The place is very clean and the staff is really friendly. My husband is getting his first tatoo here tomorrow!
Amazing artists and people. Clean, professional and an artist for any type of tattoo you want to get done.
I had an appointment with Dmitry, he showed up 15 minutes late with an attitude. Before he arrived I asked the lady at the front desk who was also very rude and unprofessional, what the late policy is for customers? Simply because it is public knowledge that if you miss your appointment or are late by a certain amount of time you lose your deposit and your appointment. I simply wanted to know if this was reflected with the artist as well. It was not. She told me it was absolutely nonrefundable, my $250 deposit. When he arrives I am polite and greets him and within five minutes he approaches me very rudely and says “you asked about a refund?, Well I can give you back your deposit”When I asked for, and paid, for was your time and professionalism for a damn tattoo. I’m very unsatisfied and will NEVER go there again or recommend anyone for that matter.
Had a great experience with Kevin! Everyone else was pleasant as well.
The artists that work here are legit. Especially Steven D’Arbenzio, he did some work for me and I have to say it was very clean, professional, and all around perfect. He is very talented, and so are all the other artists at this shop. Make sure to check them out and get some tattoos.
The artists here are too tier! I mean it. Theyre up there with other super well known shops in the city. The prices, however are up there to match as well. Ive worked with Sebastian and he is super talented and nice. The place is very clean and generally appealing. Hope to work with them again very soon.
Steven did such an amazing piece on me!!! Not only is this pace clean but their quality of work is truly amazing at such reasonable prices. Would definitely come back again!!!
I haven’t walked away from a tattoo this happy in a while. I came in as a walk-in and Sasha made the experience so amazing! I think I have a new favorite tattoo :)
This is a very nice shop. The moment you walk though the door you are welcomed. My tattoo artist was Ledwin. A very nice guy and has a very good positive energy. He was very into my idea and that also made it comfortable to speak to him. He came up with a very nice design from what I told him I was looking to get. If you are worried about pricing then you should rethink about getting a tattoo. For the amount you pay for you will be a very happy customer. I will be coming back to get more work done from ledwin. I have a few more ideas that I wanna get done and he will be the guy I will go to.
Amazing place to get work done. Everyone was super chill and relaxed but professional. Big props to Steve D for the amazing & detailed artwork. Cant wait to get some more work done asap
Mikhail and I have been working together for about five years, and I’m grateful I connected with him way back when because his artwork is unparalleled and somehow still improving, which doesn’t even seem possible. It’s been amazing watching this shop grow in the past few years, and Mikhail has built a team of artists and front staff that are humble, funny, and most of all talented. I’ve seen Seba and Anthony for pieces as well, and I’m in the midst of finishing a sleeve with Mikhail. The shop is clean, quiet and without ego, and the final products speak for themselves. Couldn’t recommend all of the artists and the experience of First Class more highly!!
Artist Steven DArbenzio [ @sdarbenzio ] served me here. Clean, friendly, accommodating, and professional. My piece was executed beautifully, and the entire staff showed me courtesy.✔️ ✔️ ✔️
Great place! My tattoo artist Dmitry did an amazing job on my ankle tattoo! The space was nice and quiet and relaxing. It took less than the time that was originally said (a little over 2 hours) which was good
One of the best tattoo shops in the city. Get my work done by Dmitry, who is amazingly talented and knowledgeable, and importantly is honest about things that can be done, risks, and what to expect. Hell tell you what not to do, and why. From what Ive seen the other artists are the same. Definitely a place to check if youre considering.
This place is great; Laura has done two tattoos for me, and Hira has done one for my girlfriend. All the artists are friendly and sociable, and they all do amazing work in a range of styles. The shop is big and clean, and it just has an all around chill vibe.
The best shop with great and very talented artists! Mikhail has been in the game a long time and I know no one better at this craft.
E been to 4 tattoo shops, and this one is honestly my least favorite, I came for 2 sessions on a sleeve I was working on with Diego. Diego is a pretty chill guy, his art is fairly unique.what sucked was the first time I did my sleeve he took multiple smoke breaks, which i was cool with, but the more he did it the longer the tattoo would go on for, and in the end I ended up paying him 150 dollars more than the agreed price because we went over an additional hour, on top of him being 35 minutes late for our appointment. The 2nd time I came in, he took 20 minutes before we met, he met with someone during the tattoo, and seemed so unmotivated to do much, possibly because he was getting over a cold, which once again I understand but its unfair for me to pay as if youre performing your usual best, you see rather then make use of the time he just dragged on and tattooed slower than usual, so I still paid 600 for what was supposed to be 3 hours of work. Hourly does not always equate what these artist put in.On top of that some of the staff really do not feel welcoming, they just look at you and do not say anything. I appreciate the art I have which is something I will not discredit, but if youre gonna have a permanent mark on your body, youd want to at least associate that kind of experience with cool people.
I honestly never write reviews on anything because I feel like no one reads these. But for this reason I’m writing a review it’s because something needs to be said. I’m only giving 3 stars is because i’m not satisfied. I got myself a Harry Potter wand with little charms from the movie as my very first tattoo. After doing endless research I stumbled upon this place and after being happy reading all the reviews, I thought I’d give this place a chance for my first tattoo. The staff are friendly and welcoming and paired me with an artist that would meet my expectations on the tattoo. Her name was Indira, she was very sweet and honestly amazing and brought my tattoo to life and I love it. The things that concerned was the price. I clearly did not do my homework enough to know that my Harry Potter wand tattoo cost me $250, when going to other tattoo parlors they stated my tattoo shouldn’t have been more than 150-180$ the most. That being said I was confused as to why I needed a shading a month after I was healed. Majority of my friends who have tattoos never had to get shading or touch ups a month later. 2-3 weeks later after getting my tattoo I started to notice that my tattoo started to look dull as if it was 4-5 years old. I was disappointed to see the ink disappearing and feared it would happen more. Thankfully it didn’t. After going back for shading I can definitely say it looks way better but sadly some of the ink is gone on small minor details and it looks like I’m going to have to find another tattoo parlor to retouch this up. It’s more upsetting to see that my tattoo was not proudly shown on Indira’s instagram. I had asked her if she wanted to take a picture (to show off her amazing work) and she said no, wait until it’s healed to take a picture. I had done that and still nothing. Just told me to make an appointment for a touch up and I assumed she would take a picture of it during that session but didn’t either. I honestly feel like my tattoo was too “basic” for her and that’s why she hasn’t shown off my tattoo like she’s done to others. I’m honestly upset on how things happened here and this was my first ever tattoo and wanted it to be perfect. I was planning to come back to get more tattoos done, but sadly I will not be returning and will be seeking tattoo parlors in Staten Island and other parts of NYC.
First time at this shop. Great experience and love my tattoo!Steve DArbenzio did a great job! Will definitely be back for another!
I had a great experience with the highly professional Mikhail.Mikhail has one of the most steady hands of any tattoo artist Ive seen, and has an exceptional eye for art. He does his work fast, and always impresses. He is most definitely one of the best at his profession. Amazing work.
Great experience, Sebastian was patience and took the time to find the perfect placement. He took breaks to give my arm a rest. I will definitely be back for my next tattoo. Highly recommend, the whole staff was welcoming and professional.
I just got my first tattoo here, it was an amazing experience! Indira was very attentive to detail and so sweet. I had to take a break here and there and she was accomodating from the beginning. Its $$$, but for the quality and people well worth the money. Especially for something thats going to be on your body for the rest of your life.
My artist was Steve. He did an amazing job tattooing my dog Breezy. Everyone at the shop was welcoming and professional as well. I highly recommend Steve and the shop!
Went in for a Raven on a Skull as a base idea. Tom Kelly @br.thomastattoo on instagram, took that idea and made it ridiculously cool. His dark art is beyond what I expected from him. He takes so much care to make sure you’re happy with the art from start to end. Very enjoyable experience. Worth every penny.Shop is super clean, everyone there is very friendly and helpful, and being in Chinatown means it’s surrounded by great food so that’s a double plus.
The work these artists do is unmatched.Every other tattoo parlor in nyc is trash in comparison!
I’ve had two tattoo consultations with Mikhail canceled twice. The first time with no reason, 2 days before, then the second time, 1 hour before even though I had started driving to the city from Bedford, NY bc “he wasn’t feeling well.” So I called and asked for a consult for a neck tat and was told he’s not taking new clients till March.Why couldn’t that just be told in an email. I’m sure he was booked 2 weeks ago. So cool wasting time. I’ve been told artists aren’t taking new clients before and guess what, all I said was “thank you for telling me!”
I commissioned a piece from Deigo. I couldnt be happier with the customer service, the level of cleanliness of the entire shop, or the skill level of the artists. As a person with many tattoos this place is easily in my top 3 favorite tattoo shops on earth!!!
Mikhail is a visionary and exquisite in the detail and quality of his craft. His creations are beyond the ordinary tattoo. You walk around with art on your body - art that causes glances, causes strangers to stop you on the street and beg for a few more seconds to admire the beauty of your ink.As for the shop, again - not your average shop. It is so damn classy! From corner to corner it is top notch. You wont feel like youre making a poor decision. On the contrary, youll walk in and youll know this is one of the life decisions youll thank yourself for making.
Mikhail is super talented - he does amazing realism and watercolor tattoos (honestly, I dont think theres anything he cant do). Hes open to new deisgn ideas then makes them better. You couldnt be in better hands - Im so happy with my tat and Im excited to go back to him for another
I went after looking at several feedbacks on the Web. I wanted clean, modern, cool, artistic. I was well received by the guy at the counter. He informed me that that the artist Mikhail that I was hoping to do my work, was fully booked for the comming six month.He suggested a guest artist from Russia by the name of Nelly that could help me alredy the day after. I must admit I was not really convinced, a guest artist that was free the day after?Long story short, Nelly is a fantastic artist. She worked around a worn old ancor tattoo that I had. She brought it to life and made a half sleeve that Im very very happy with. Nelly Vinteren is worth a trip to New York, also First class Tattoo is worth its name.I will be back ;)All the bestPelle
Laura does incredible work. I asked her to help me flush a concept out and add a painter/watercolor style and she adapted it perfectly to the concept. Also just a super humble and down to earth person. I definitely recommend her and this studio moving forward, especially for pieces that may stem out of traditional line work
Terrible professionalism and customer service. Had an appointment with Dmitry. I was emailing them for a few days before, providing reference images and measurements. I showed up to the appointment and sat next to a guy who was on his laptop watching YouTube videos. I was on time but still had to wait about 15 minutes, as the receptionist said Dmitry was running late. 15 minutes later, the guy on his laptop stood up and walked up to the reception desk, put the laptop down, and introduced me as Dmitry. No apology, no explanation. Then, he started talking trash about the reference pieces I was showing him; saying how the artists didnt have passion. The entire place has this feeling of you being judged. Until you tell them you already have tattoos, theyll treat you as inferior. Probably excellent work, too bad Ill never find out.
I was schedule to get a Tatoo, put a deposit down, but end up getting furloughed after catching covid. They kindly made an exception to offer a refund. Unbeknownst to them, I have been eating at food banks for the last two weeks. This just bought food for me and my family.
My entire arm is done by Mikhail, and I wont let anyone else touch it. He is so down to earth, no ego, so hard working, such a perfectionist. He is the man, really. He doesnt get the credit he deserves for the work he does, and the time he puts in for his clients. Such a caring human, THE BEST at what he does. Everyone at the shop is awesome as well, youll feel included the entire time you are there.
Clean shop, pretty well organized too. A little small, but it doesnt matter since they house such incredibly talented artists!! Do your homework on the stylistic preference you want, but honestly you cant really go wrong with any of the artists here (especially Hira and Laura, the talent is FIRE 🔥🔥🔥)
I went here for seba to do my sternum and stomach. He is super talented, and friendly. The manager is also very sweet and chill. Their couch is comfortable so get there early to melt into it.
Amazing staff and quality of work!! From getting your tattoos done, to tattoo removal. Top notch! The artistry is impeccable 👌.
Got my custom tattoo here and it was worth the wait! Absolutely loved the work. Great clean and professional shop. Highly Recommend!
Abi is amazing! She has a great vibe and is overall a really fantastic artists! Cant wait to go back.
Great tattoo shop.. steve was very professional and takes a lot of pride in his work. Can’t recommend enough
Dmitry is so amazing. I got a watercolour ox with cherry blossom from him and he smashed all my expectations. Hes very patient and is extremely detailed. Will definitely get another one from him.
Love this place! Very covid friendly and safe, see Sasha when you go! Shes lovely and always has the best designs
Mikhail is currently working on my Musical Theme sleeve and is doing some real incredible work... I can not even explain how many complements I receive when my arm is exposed... Not only is he a great tattoo artist but a really good guy and constant professional... Im happy for him opening his own shop... The name fits... Fist Class Tattoos for a First Class Tattoo artist!!!
Had a issue w healing by a seasonal artist that was eventually fixed by the owner mikhail . Great people & professionalism
Great range of artists to choose from. I highly recommend Diego- he gave me a tattoo and I really love it. This place is laid back and plays a lot of 90s rap.
Hunter absolutely kills it. Totally reasonable and fair with pricing, and takes his time to perfect your piece. Shop is extremely clean and was a positive environment leaving me with an extremely positive experience.
Y’all wanna talk about First Class service? This is the place. Sensational artists, awesome mgmt, professionalism out the wazoo, incredibly sanitary...what else could you ask for?11/10
Absolutely love this place! Im going in for my fourth piece by this studio tomorrow. I recommend them to everyone looking to get a tat
Had a great experience for my first tatt at First Class Tattoo. The artist Ledwin was a true professional who took his time with my tatt to give me what i wanted
After a six-hour long session with Anthony, who was extremely professional and conscious of any discomfort of mine, I am super glad to say that I walked away with an absolutely stunning tattoo!
Mikhail is a magical wizard, the shop is clean and comfortable. I’ve been multiple times and look forward to future appointments.
All the staff were really friendly and knowledgeable. Cant wait to go back.
Had a fantastic experience with mikhail, who brought my vague idea to life in the best possible way. This is a high end shop and worth every penny
Mikhail is a true artist. Loved his creativity and his skill
The people are friendly, but they could have given more products to care for the tattoo, especially for such a large total.
Quaint spot with some dope artists. Only con...Its a bit pricey (especially if youre only having a small tattoo done)
If you want your tattoo to be done right, this is the place. The artists and staff are A-1.
Not bad, good artist. The management can be bit better but overall recommend.
The art speaks for itself @MikhailAndersson Professional. Creative. An artist that listens with a light hand.
Small shop but lots of good artists. Sebastian gave me a great piece
Mikhail is the man. Point blank period. He took a jacked up tattoo and turned it into a work of art.
Sasha is the best artist in the world!
Sasha is great 🔥
Poor customer service
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Top notch artists. Natashia is phenomenal.
Michael and Dmitriy are really professional artist
If you want an amazing tattoo, go here.
Jamie was amazing♥️
Great artists and the customer service is wonderful
Everyone there is so talented and very professional
Amazing atmosphere with skilled artists all around
Sashas the best
Love the owner. Awesome work.
Nothing but solid work form these guys!!!
Great place yo have a tatoo
The best shop in Nyc!
Best tattoo shop in New York
Amazing place...
Amazing work!
Great shop!
Love this place❤️
Great service
Great Artist
My wife and I were sent to Lauras First Class Tattoo, a very nice guide who had done two tattoos there. Since we liked them, we tried to go without an appointment, as Laura told us that they accept the Walk-ins. As soon as we arrived, we were welcomed by a very kind girl who, despite my slightly rusty English, understood our requests and made us talk to Andrew, a tattoo artist who was currently the free tattooist. Andrew talked a little with us and in 15 minutes he prepared some sketches on his tablet to let us choose. He also made the changes we asked for and off to work. First my wife and then me. From the first moment to the end with a smile for the delicacy received. Careful and precise, he finished the two works in just over an hour (they were small) leaving us with the final explanations for the care of the tattoo. The studio is cozy, very clean and makes you feel at ease from start to finish. We also peeked at the other tattoo artists and were stunned by their work. Just a shame that we are 7000 km apart, otherwise I would have done it here. However the memory of this journey will remain forever on our skin. Fully satisfied !!
Very good tattoo artist
Total reviews rating 4.7
169 Reviews for First Class Tattoo 2023:
Review №1
2021-11-03Had the most amazing experience at First Class! Got tattooed by Sasha and as you can see from the picture the tattoo itself is STUNNING(bottom tattoo with the two lines), she listened really well to the idea that I had and even after she drew it up for me was still open and willing make a few changes at my request. I’m so happy with the final result, her technique and artistry is out of this world. Just look at that color!!! Even the other artists who I didn’t work with directly were very nice and made you feel comfortable in the shop. Also shoutout to the receptionist Neeko for also being amazing, kind, and helpful! 10/10 experience will be getting all my tattoos here💕
Review №2
2022-02-14I came to this shop for my first tattoo and the experience was just amazing. I got tattooed by an amazing artist, Sasha, with a phenomenal personality. Sasha took her time and explained how my tattoo would look and the placement would be on my body, she was also very welcoming. Sweet and kind cant explain this artist personality and professionalism. This shop and its staff was just an amazing environment to be in and Im very proud of coming here for my first tattoo.
Review №3
2022-08-13This is right after Chita did my tattoo and she did an incredible job. Not only did the tattoo come out wonderfully; but the experience, from First Class Tattoo recommending Chita to me to this photo being taken, was nothing short of delightful. I felt beyond heard by Chita about what I was looking for. I came to Chita with my concept of doing my custom ice skate, and she helped me figure out a style that would work for me and listened to all my desires and concerns. I never felt rushed, or anything! The day of the tattoo was just as amazing. Chita is so wonderful at her work and extremely kind and smart. Chita and First Class Tattoo gave me an experience to remember and I’ll be back!
Review №4
2021-08-24Had an amazing time here. I was greeted right away. It’s clean and very well organized. The setup inside is comfortable and eye catching. When I came in I completed some forms and then was swept away by my tattoo artist Steve who made me feel comfortable and confident right away. He did such an amazing job and I’m still in shock over how much I love my new tat. Overall it was a great day and I can’t wait to go back !
Review №5
2022-02-16Sasha was amazing, kind and accommodating. So thoughtful in how my tattoo was colored to fit the story of it.We came in for tattoos from our of town and the team was great at ensuring we could get in by rearranging schedules.I loved everything about the coziness of the shop to the warm greetings and professionalism of all there.
Review №6
2022-03-19Getting a tattoo can sometimes be a difficult process for a lot of people, however I was extremely fortunate to find this shop and have Sasha as my artist. My tattoo was a tribute to my father, so it was really special to me and I wanted it to be perfect. Sasha is a very talented artist, which is obvious by her portfolio, but what impressed me the most was how patient she was and how well she listened to my ideas, which made me feel comfortable and confident about everything. The end result was more than I could have asked for and I honestly cant wait to go back and get more work from Sasha!
Review №7
2021-11-13Got this tattoo of a magnolia from Weng. I love it. He took my idea and made it better. He was great to work with. This is my second tattoo from First Class. The shop is very professional and worth coming in from Connecticut for. I’ll be back!
Review №8
2022-06-08Love this place. Really amazing, down to earth cool people. All of em are insanely talented artists. My man Radames cooked up this forearm piece and I couldnt be happier! Definitely be back for more.
Review №9
2021-09-05I had a great experience at First Class Tattoo. The staff was friendly and professional. My artist, Steve, did a great job on my tattoo and it looks exactly like my cat! The detail is incredible. I get compliments on it all the time!
Review №10
2021-11-13I got a tattoo from Dmitry and could not be happier with the experience - I gave Dmitry a loose collection of concepts and ideas and he clearly spent a lot of time sketching and tinkering before return with a dream design which I never could’ve imagined. The process as a whole took a good amount of time but it was very easy to keep in touch and the scheduling and tattooing itself could not have been more professional. I would highly recommend particularly for more ambitious pieces. Am convinced no one else wouldve left me as happy.