Reviews of Cardinal Tattoo & Piercing (Tattoo Shop)

lex

I had an appointment for a bridge piercing. They were running about 45 minutes behind, however, the quality I got was worth waiting that long. Matt really knows what he’s doing. He brought up the fact that you pierce a bridge with a 14g straight barbell and a lot of people would say 16g with a curved barbell. He was correct and if he would have pierced me with a curved 16g, I would have asked for a 14g straight. I have 10 facial piercings now and we were talking ‘piercing talk’. He’s super fun and bubbly, while also remaining professional. I actually have another appointment April 16 for a set of piercings and I hope he’s the one who pierces me. I’ve been to Grade A in Glenbrooke and to the one on Clinton. I’ve also been to Wildman’s (do not recommend) and the service I got at Cardinal was the best experience I have ever had up north. If you’re ever looking to get pierced in Fort Wayne, please go to Cardinal and ask for Matt.

Mike Schenk

Caleb was legit. He explained everything to my daughter. It will be a birthday she’ll never forget. Thanks to Zach for the recommendation. I’ll be back for sure.

Emily Murton

I didn’t originally plan on coming here but the piercer I planned on going to didn’t have nipple jewelry so she recommended the person who pierced her. I was pierced by Matt and he did an amazing job. I was weary about having a male piercer but he was very professional. I was very comfortable and he kept a conversation so it wouldn’t get weird. He also allowed my boyfriend to hold my hand during the piercing. I definitely recommend him for nipple piercings. Will be coming back for more piercings.

Wu Moonflower

Go see Matt to get pierced. He is awesome and does a fantastic job

Batman Martin

Very friendly and help us with what we needed.

Daniel Hodges

Nick did a really great cover-up for my buddy. I didn't think it was possible. I didn't think it would look so good. I was way wrong

nameillregretlater

Matt did a piercing for me and a friend tonight, and he was the friendliest, most professional piercer I've ever met! He only uses the highest quality products and does an excellent job making sure he's doing exactly what you want. I strongly recommend him! I will most definitely be back!

Amy Rissot

Love Nick, my entire family has tattoos from him and we continue to schedule more!

Victoria Hesselschwerdt

I got a nostril piercing by Matt and if I could leave more than five stars I would! He is a lovely soul and kept me chatting to help with my nerves. Bonus: it wasn’t even painful! Just a pinch with some pressure. I will 100% go back to him for any future piercings I want to get. Thank you so much!

Vee Murk

Matt was AWESOME!!! Highly recommended!!

Jaelyn Pontius

Can they do a stud cartilage because im going to get mine done in a few months? ????????

Paris

Matt is professional, I will give him that. I went in with my sister to get belly button piercings done while I was in town for spring break. Every body piercing I have has been done at a shop in SC that is EXCELLENT. The problem is with the crappy jewelry they use at Cardinal. When we went, they were "all out of" internally threaded jewelry, which should have been a pretty big red flag anyway. The piercing itself was fine as he made sure it was symmetrical, but he did use clamps. If you can help it, call around and find out if the place uses clamps before you go. They can cause a lot more pain and complications than necessary. I got pierced back in March, and have had on and off again irritation and infection in this piercing non stop. Yesterday, went to the place I usually go to in SC for a jewelry change and the external threads tore me up, pus and blood everywhere despite cleaning twice a day with saline. Day two with new jewelry, surgical grade titanium, and my piercing looks and feels so much better. If you can help it, just go to a place that has high quality and a better selection of jewelry. Don't be like me.

AgentSamMiller PS4

He did my lighthouse in the state of Indiana tattoos My artist Nick B

Boyd Carter

Great people. Great place!

Kelly Hall

Love my new tattoo!!

Rachel Hartman

I went here with my stepdaughter to get her first ear piercing and mine as well. Very professional and friendly team with a clean facility. Matt did a wonderful job. He was patient with her as she was very nervous. He did not rush and talked both of us through the whole thing. I loved that they do not use electric piercing here. That is what brought us in the first place.

Kimberly Perona

Matt Keefe is great!!! I totally recommend Cardinal Tattoo & Piercing for both!!!! Thank you Matt for the great work!!!! Love our piercings and will be bringing my daughter there also!!!!

sarrah neighbors

Matt did a tongue piercing for me and did an absolutely amazing job! He was professional and explained after care very well. In the future if I get anymore piercings, I will definitely be going to him! :)

Will Pond

Go see Nick Fabini or Nick B for some great ink!!! Fair prices and clean shop!

Ina Scott

Matt keefe rocks

Jessie G

Nick got me in last minute, he was super professional and the environment was clean and welcoming. Can’t wait to come back to get a sleeve done. 10 out of 10 would recommend!:)

Misty Paige

I had my nose pierced here and the guy that done it was very friendly and professional and his room was very clean. I would recommend him to anyone

jamonae scarborough

This shop is awesome and has great vibes. I came into the shop with needing nose piercing as mine had came out for the second time. Matt, had a full schedule but he still was able to fit me in. The cute owner Ted kept me company while i waited. Matt was able make me feel comfortable and laugh through the piercing. I would absolutely come back again any day. Seriously great energy! #vodkapopsickles #staycation #nosepiercings

Nicole Baxter

Had the most wonderful experience there today, called ahead yesterday to set up a piercing appointment, got it done today, the piercer Matt was super nice and talked to me the entire time to calm my nerves as i verbalized with him i was pretty nervous lol. I would for sure go back.

Amber Young

All the guys that work here are so nice! I go to them for all my piercings and the majority of my tattoos. They're all so friendly and talented artists.

Karina Whitehead

Matt does a great job. Got my septum pierced today and it looks great :)

Kegan Romero

Love this place. Always clean, professional, and very forward. Nick B is amazing, and so is the rest of the crew!

Jonathan Rogers

I went in for a piercing they were clean and very professional overall was a great experience

Hi I'm Olivia

Matt was the one who did NY piercing. He did great. I was super nervous but he was really helpful in calming me down. It didn't even hurt. They were so much professional than the other place I went to a few months back. The only issue was that they gave ne and outdated version of cleaning my piercing but that was it. I have been recommending that all my friends go there

Ravenn

Matt did an awesome job on my nostril piercing! Will definetly be back!!❤

Andrea Beachy

Great clean place, friendly staff. In and out service.

Lauren Walters

As always, the artists were incredibly kind to everyone who walked in the door and my friend Ted did a wonderful job on my tattoo.

1984 Ped

Talented artists

Us and Them

My brother and I both got tattoos done by Caleb at Cardinal Tattoo . They both turned out absolutely amazing and we couldn’t be happier with the result. Everyone in there was super cool and friendly. It was just an overall an amazing experience. I would absolutely recommend

Giann Gonzales

Matt did an amazing job with my double lobe piercings! ????

Caleb Dahlkamp

I’ve gotten two tattoos here in the past year, and each have been amazing! Each of mine were done by Caleb Quales, and both of them look amazing! They are reasonably priced too. If you’re looking to get a tattoo done right, definitely go to Cardinal

Yikes Just Yikes

Everyone here is an absolute delight and all incredibly good at tattooing. They are experienced and will help you figure out the best tattoo for you that will look great for as long as possibly. Also the Get What You Get tattoos are really great fun! Stop by to find out what I mean by that!

Brandon Winston

Respect to one of the oldest studios in our city! Excelent work, excelent people. They took care of some piercings for my 17 yr old and she cant get over how the piercings didnt even bother her. And she got 4! Cant stress it enough, they are, what most shops stive to be. Awesome. Thanks

Mary Horine

Went in to get a conch piercing. Process went well, but I don’t think they quite know what they’re doing. Aftercare instructions seemed a little weird as I was told to only clean once a week. A hoop was put in my ear after the piercing, but it quickly got irritated and I started questioning an infection. I have always heard it’s best to start with a stud and then work your way up to a hoop. So, after trying to endure the pain I finally couldn’t take it anymore and took the hoop out. I cleaned my piercing and didn’t want to abandon it, so I put a stud in afterwards. Within the hour the swelling had almost completely disappeared and pain was minimal. They are supposed to be the professionals and know this stuff.

Jody Opal

Took my extremely nervous 14yo to get her ears pierced. She had a previous bad experience. Matt was amazing! He talked her through the whole thing and took the time to make her feel comfortable, even though he had a packed waiting area and schedule. Very professional.

Dori Graham

They're The Best. Seriously.

Carrie Fuleki

Wonderful experience. Big thank you to Ted!!! It was great seeing you again!

pico and friends

It closes at 8 p.m. ??.. Really

Katie Topps

Always a great experience at Cardinal! Matt is an excellent piercer. He's done several piercings for me and my daughters. Nick F. is an amazing artist. He has done all but 2 of my tattoos. The atmosphere is amazing. You are always greeted by the guys as soon as you walk in. I love this place and these guys so much!

NGU Fitness

Amazing experience and these guys do great work!! Customer service is by far top notch and 100% focused on the customer needs.

Rogue

Amazing artist and great atmosphere!

Crystal Thompkins

Professional, clean and great work!

landon flueckiger

They've done 2 tats for me. Great work. I had a different artist both times, Im bout to go have them do a 3rd. Ive got tats a few others places, but Cardinal does the best work...

bobbi french

Excellent walked in for piercing. Matt got me in pretty quick. He was very nice and professional. Would highly recommend.

Matt Castellano

Nick Fabini is hands down my favorite person to get tattooed by. Absolutely fantastic work with a great touch

Tyler Caywood

Josh Angel is awesome. He did my first tattoo here and it turned out perfect. Professional and talented, I highly recommend him.

Allyson Fisher

Matt Keefe is the best piercer around

James Vargas

I haven't had anything done by them. But my wife has been in a few times. Very friendly people that work here. Very knowledgeable, and the art work by these artists are amazing. The places is very clean, and prices are not bad for the level of talent around this business. There's only 5 stars but I'd give another if I could.

Paul Current

He did a great job on ear piercings

Jennifer Heckman

Great place and great people! The only place I'll go for tattoos.

Rachel Ibey

Matt did an incredible job with my nose piercing! He was very friendly and professional. it looks great!

Drake Nitro

I don't know why there are 3 different 1 stars because Nick Fabini is my favorite tattoo artist and Cardinal is a very cool and clean environment! I have worked with a lot of tattoo artist in fort wayne and I ended up with him as my last tattoo artist! I think he is the best, nicest and most respected tattoo artist in fort wayne! I had him go over all of my work and then some of his own work! I can't wait to get some more work done from him! Matt Keith also works there! He is an awesome piercer! He has done my eye brows and in two weeks from now, he is going to pierce my eye brow for a third time and a micro dermal piercing aka surface anchor!!! Keep up the good work Cardinal! Your friend Dustin Yancey......

Marcy Harris

Matt Keefe is the best

Amy Plummer

Had my daughter's piercing done here. She was pleased with it. :) thanks!

Kristin Young

Always had great experiences here. Would highly recommend Matt if you want to get piercings!

steve martinsky

Great place, everyone super friendly and talented

Walker Holdeman

If you're ever wondering where to get a tattoo, I would recommend cardinal 100 times over. In my opinion the best shop in the area. It has amazing artists who are comfortable to be around as well as an awesome piercer who makes the whole process quick, easy, and comfortable.

Elliot Storm

Not cool. Paid like $90 for a doodle that took 5 minutes. Shoulda been half of that. Decent work, just overpriced

natalie burton

i just got my septum done here today by matt and it was the most amazing experience! he was so nice and talked me through everything and helped me with my nerves. i definitely recommend coming here

Exaviona Nicole

Went to get my industrial piercing and a nose piercing. Matt was sure to answer all my questions and concerns. Definitely will go back for future piercings.

Deena Dufour

Matt did my piercing and was absolutely awesome!

Dankest Soul

Professional, does quality work on both piercings and tattoos, very clean shop and super friendly staff. Highly recommend!

Crystal Banet

Nick B. Is amazing. Done all my tattoos

Erik rissner

Top notch blokes

Jennie Minear

Love my piercings, Matt is very professional

Josh Wilder (Sloonzo)

Bunch of cool dudes. Fair pricing and alot of talent. I will be going back soon

Melissa Meriwether

Clean, friendly & professional!

Mary Andrews

Clear to see they are artists in what they do also very careful and aseptic. I only had ear piercing done but I was treated as if it was the most important thing in the world to me. Matt the piercing specialist was so kind and gentle. My friend looked through the tattoo artists portfolios and it was obvious they were very good and professional. Cardinal Tattoo and Piercing is a cut above!

Chloe Stabler

I’m only doing this review right now because I’m thinking about getting a new tat, and while looking up some stuff today, Cardinal showed up and I can’t NOT rave about this place. I haven’t had a tattoo done by them yet but they did a piercing for me about a year ago. Matt has to be THE BEST dude I’ve ever met. He’s super chill, talked to my bf and I about EVERYTHING i needed to know about the piercing and he even spoke to my bf about their mutual friend. It was so comfortable there and welcoming. It just felt like another home, but with needles and ink everywhere! Matt gave us both his card and told me to come back if I needed help changing the piercings once they healed. He said he’d be happy to do it, and free! Impressive service and artwork. Y’all are fantastic and I recommend everyone to you!

Timothy Brown

Best shop in town

Michelle Bonilla

I went to get my nose pierced. My first professional piercing and I was very well taken care of. Matt did an encredible job with all my questions and explaining everything to me definitly would recommend!!!!

Noemi Marin

Was able to get in the same day due to a last minute cancellation. Nick was great and quick AF with my simple little tattoo. Thank you Nick!

Lisa Watson

Matt is the best piercer I have ever had. He explains the procedure,and aftercare insturctions.

Rebecca Comer

Awesome! Very helpful and gentle when piercing!

McClain Shewman

Professional, clean environment and fantastic, creative artists!

Alissa Wilbanks

Always have a great experience there. This is my favorite shop by far in town. They are super friendly.

sketchers

First visit and I'll definitely come back. Loved the look of the place and Matt did an amazing job with my peircing. He made sure it was clean and nice and straight.

Stevie Sue

Absolutely excellent piercer. He is the most professional piercer that I've ever been to. He is exclusively a piercer so he knows and shares everything you need to know about the piercing he's about to give you. Saved me from a good idea turned very painful experience, instead I had a great time and will be going back when these heal for the last one.

Mackenzie Giganti

I’ve wanted to get my nose pierced since I was 13. Finally, 13 years later, I was able to do it! The staff was super friendly while my friend and I waited. I called ahead and Matt agreed to stay a little late after his previous appointment to take care of me and I’m so thankful that he did. This dude has some magical calming aura about him. Straight up the tattooing/piercing version of Bob Ross (who we talked about!). He made me feel so comfortable even though I had a needle sticking in my nose and made it VERY clear that once you get a piercing from him, you’re a client for life. Matt, thank you so much for helping me fulfill a dream I’ve had since I was a kid!

Angela Rebber

Matt Keefe (piercing) Awesome guy! 10 outta 10 recommend!

Conner G

I had some work done by Nick Fabini and he did a really good job. Such a good experience 10/10!!!

Alyssa Wolfe

Amazing place! I 100% recommend this place to everyone. They have great staff. I just got my nose pierced by Matt and it was so quick and easy! Very clean professional enviroment!

Beka Green

Very clean, quick and professional

Rachel Buell

The piercer Matt is great! He pierced my daughter's nose and we were both satisfied. He's very friendly and good at what he does.

Hannah Stephenson

Had piercings done with excellent service and skill. I will come back.

Men's Mart

My two teenage daughters got their nose pierced today by Matt. Matt did great with my girls, very nice, and very professional! Great experience! Thank you! Themensmart.com

Mic Martin

Awesome as always. NICK B. Is our guy and he never disappoints

Avorie

I got my tattoo done here. My son's ashes are in the ink and I'm so glad they were able to do that for me and my husband. It looks great and I am so happy knowing he's always with me. They do great work. They know what they're doing and i would highly recommend them. Matt also does a great job with piercings. He's done numerous on me and i dont have any complaints! even if they do cost a little more... you get what you pay for. they do quality tattoos.

Katie Kitzmiller-Walker

The piercer Matt is the bomb! Super nice and sweet. Also very easy to talk with.

Karie C

Would recommend this place a million times, Matt did a wonderful job! The whole staff was very friendly and professional! Great Job!

Pauline Odambo

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Lizzie Gillhouse

This will always be my go to place for piercings. I wish I wanted more piercings just so I could go back

Lara Bell

We went there for a piercing. Matt was amazing and super friendly! Everything was very clean and professional. Highly recommend.

kyle sheets

Best place we have been to by far here in the Fort.... Matt sis the best if you need a piercing!!!!

Haley Englehart

Super cool shop , awesome people and Matt was absolutely amazing with the kids. He made them feel super comfortable and explained everything while piercing their ears! Thanks so much for a great experience!!!xoxo

Renee Russo

Amazing traditional tattoos

Kristin Miller

It was a great experience. I went to get a piercing and Matt was excellent. He was very talkative and it helped to relieve any nervousness that I had about my piercing! Great experience, I will definitely go back!

Jerry Strosnider

I love cardinal tattoo! Best tattoo artist in fort Wayne Indiana.

Karen Clugston

Matt was terrific replacing my earring for me

Steve JONES

Great relaxed environment. Nick is one of the best

Chris H

Went to get my first piercing and the staff did a great job! Super friendly and knowledgeable. Already planning to go back.

Sabrina Schuenhoff

Matt was awesome when I took my daughter in to get her helix pierced. He was all ready for us, explained everything and calmed my daughter’s nerves. He is easy going and knows what he is doing!!

Rachel Baysinger

Matt is great piercer. Always great service and quality jewelry. Nick is an amazing tattooist. Did a fabulous cover up for me

Gabrielle Call

Best place in town

Roger Crozier

Great shop and the best group of artists. I highly recommend them for your tattoo and piercing needs .

Elsie James

The ABSOLUTE best experience ever! Matt is da man.

Kaytlyn Seney

Matt was absolutely wonderful! So nice and helpful with my friend and I piercings. And my friend almost passed out and he was so patient with her until she felt better to get her piercing. He was also very clean with everything. I can’t recommend him enough!!

courtney baker

Matt is an amazing piercer. He makes you feel comfortable and takes your mind off what could be painful. Both of my experiences have been amazing. I highly recommend for anything that you would like done. Very friendly and thorough.

Lexy Linnemeier

My sister and I both got piercings from Matt, he made it seem effortless and he was such a good guy, it really made our experience so much better than any other place we have been too. I would definitely recommend going here for any piercing you may want. I know that the next one I get I'll definitely be going back to get it from him!

Sean Matejcek

Matt is Excellent every time!!!!

Cindy Garman

I had a Tattoo detailed and brought to Life by Ted!! Nice Guy!! He makes you feel comfortable and did a wonderful Job!! I'll be going Back ????

Betty Jane Krueger

This is a really nice place. It's clean and welcoming and professional. Matt is a wonderful piercer! Knowledgeable, kind, and funny, he is the one to go to for any body piercing. I just had my 3rd one done by him, a week ago. He's been doing this for over 15 years and knows his stuff. Definitely recommend!

Carla Jones

My daughter's both got piercings, excellent service .

Stephanie Zimmerman

Went here for piercings with my friend. Matt is beyond professional and makes you feel very comfortable. Highly recommend. Best piercer in town. Thank you!

Bethany

Matt pierced my nose and my experience was amazing! I've had my nose pierced before & had a bad experience So I was a little nervous. He was so sweet & talked me through everything he was doing. Extremely impressed & if you want a piercing I would recommend matt!!

olivia waggoner

I got my septum done today and my piercer was so amazing! My septum almost felt painless and I was scared it was going to hurt. He was amazing at explaining everything. Great job and place :)

Ray Jones

It was my wifes first tattoo and it was on the finger. Ted our tattoist was very friendly and made her feel very comfortable. Going to get more done

Dean Butgereit

Great shop, great artists, can't go wrong.

Brian Quarcini

Great work!! Caleb's awesome!!!!

Kyra Devine

Most professional shop in Fort Wayne! Great talented artists

LaNiece Moore

Matt is absolutely amazing!

dick bell

As usual, clean and professional. I love this place! I ALWAYS get exactly what I want

Majessica Snyder

I couldn't be happier with the tattoo Caleb did for me. He's a very talented artist and I'll definitely be recommending him and Cardinal Tattoo to all my friends

Cheryl Arthur

Professional, knowledgeable, personable, and just plain awesome!

Samuel Rosa

Once gotten many tattoos here and they always charge a fair price and have great tattoo artists my girl also got pierced here and loved the experience

Es Su

So far, I've gotten three piercings here. Both my nostrils and my tongue. My tongue is still in the healing process, but my nostrils are amazing and healed really well. Matt is an amazing piercer and makes you feel super comfortable when he's working with you. My nose is crooked due to a deviated septum, and he took time to properly align the piercings, etc., to make them the most visually appealing. The same happened with my tongue, as I have a long web underneath, which he worked around super well. Will definitely be going back.

Cristal Reader

It's a great place to go for your tattooing and piercing needs!

darren golden

100 percent recommend going here. Matt did my daughter's piercing and he was professional, personable all around great guy. She felt very comfortable and was very happy with her piercing.

Destiny Ganni

Both me and my boyfriend got our nose pierced by Matt. Lovely experience very friendly and genuine person! Very professional! I recommend this place 100%. Definitely going back in the future!

Lisa James

Very professional, clean, and friendly place!

Brad Ellis

The guys are great and all do an amazing job!!

Lindsay VanDyke

Love this place, clean, professional great staff for piercings and tattoos!

Janelle Smith

Fabulous!!!! Caleb did an amazing job. Any time I need some ink therapy, he will be doing it.

Jarod Thompson

Daughter got her ears pierced. They were so friendly.

Alyssa Metzger

Matt is an AMAZING piercer! I trust him for all of my piercings. The shop is clean and the other people there are extremely nice. I absolutely love it.

Samantha Molina

Awesome experience, fantastic and professional service.

Zach Raber

Caleb did a great job today with my wedding band touch up. Extremely quick and clean. Great work. Highly recommend

Geneva Harter

Matt did a great job with ny nose piercing. Very professional.

Christy Murphy

Matt did a daith piercing for me a few years ago. He was awesome! He told me everything he was gong to do and was very patient. I have a history of migraines and this has done the trick! I will go back to Cardinal again!!!

Erin Kissling

They were very helpful and professional about my piercing

Luke Holliger

Great staff. My experience was exceptional.

Alyssa S.

I've gotten 11 piercings from Matt and have had nothing but great experiences. I've also had 1 tattoo by Josh and 1 by Nick B. I never have and never will go anywhere else for piercings or tattoos. Thanks guys!

Phil Moore

All Pro tattooing!!!!

Jose Torrez

Great Shop! Professional atmosphere yet not uptight. Nick Fabini has great touch. Some tattoo artists seem like they are killing you but, not the case with Nick. He listens when you explain your idea of what you want and how unlike people at other shops. He has a great imagination and skill. Also love the old school building they are in! I will be back soon! Jose

Katie Dilling

These dudes are great! They are kind and professional and take great care of their clients. Today I received a piercing from Matt. He was quick and very knowledgeable of all aspects of the piercing. He gave me instructions for healing and cleaning my piercing. I would highly suggest seeing him for all your piercing needs.

Beth Norris

I recently got a Tattoo by Alex G. He did a really great job! Highly recommend him!

Justin Powell

Got my snakebites done great conversation and very reasonable price and they are healing quicker then expected

Jennifer Miller

These guys are the best! Highly recommend

Mary Staples

They are great!!!

Laressa Ford

Just got a piercing done by Matt. Super professional, super personable. He made the process a lot easier to deal with. The atmosphere was welcoming and everyone greeted us. Definitely will go back

Jo Rider

Ted was amazing he listened to what I want and gave me a price quote. He didn't rush me at all. I am looking forward to getting my tattoo in his chair.

Keepin'ItReal

TOP NOTCH place!!!! Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and very helpful! 5+ stars!!

tina haag

Loved our experience. Matt is awesome and my piercing looks great. My daughter loves hers too.