Rockabilly Tattoo & Piercing

Rockabilly Tattoo & Piercing, located in El Cajon, California, offers tattoo and piercing services within Parkway Plaza. Clients often describe the studio as clean and sanitary.

Practical Info

Rockabilly Tattoo & Piercing accommodates walk-ins for quick service. While card payments are accepted, some visitors reported instances where only cash was an option. A few clients experienced scheduling issues or unclear piercing prices.

The Studio Experience

The studio’s atmosphere and customer service receive mixed feedback. Many clients find staff professional and communicative, fostering comfortable experiences, particularly for children. Others reported hurried service, rudeness, and unprofessional interactions, including concerns about staff misrepresenting piercing issues. While the studio follows policies for minors, several clients raised serious safety concerns, citing alleged infections, allergic reactions, and improperly sized jewelry.

The Artists and Their Work

Artists at the studio are frequently commended for their skill, with examples including “lightest hand” for custom designs and expertise in linework over scar tissue or “flawless attention to detail.” Many artists are described as experienced and efficient, producing good lines and color. However, some clients expressed dissatisfaction, citing shaky lines, poor detail, results not matching reference photos, or issues with unfinished work.

Piercing & Other Services

Rockabilly Tattoo & Piercing offers a wide range of piercing services. Piercers are often praised for professionalism, clear explanations, and putting clients at ease, contributing to a quick and painless process. However, some clients reported uneven placements, hurried service, insufficient aftercare, and concerns regarding jewelry quality and pricing, as well as alleged infections and allergic reactions.

What Customers Say

Many visitors have expressed strong satisfaction with the studio, with one client enthusiastically stating, “Absolutely LOVE this shop! I have not gone to another shop for tattoos & piercings since I found the shop and NEVER will!” Another visitor praised the artistry, noting that an artist like Albert “has the lightest hand I’ve ever felt and work with you to get exactly what you want.” Furthermore, clients often describe the shop as “super clean” and commend the staff for being “great about following policies for minors,” contributing to a sense of safety and professionalism.