Reviews of Lunchbox Tattoo (Tattoo Shop)

Timothy Riley

Just got a tattoo from Johnny today. He NAILED my tattoo, seriously good stuff! Will definitely be coming back here if I have the $$ before I move out to Cali!

Brian Miller

Johnny is an awesome artist, has done many tattoos for me, and just did a piercing for my wife. All around great work.

Kelsey Cleland

Super big and clean! Nice area to wait and hangout, and the staff is really talented.

Dream Of Coheed

Nice guys. Decent prices for piercings.

charlie kim

Shop is very clean and friendly. I definitely will be coming back!!

BYOA Talent

Hayden was awesome. Love the work.

Erica Madding

Super clean,. Polite, and fast

Jessica McClure

Great place had to wait awhile for the guy to get there.vary clean and everyone wears there mask at all times and gloves

Meg B

Great atmosphere and music! The guys were really nice and took the time to help he get exactly what I wanted! Place is nice and clean, not at all over priced. As always with tattoos you get what you pay for, and I have to say I'm very happy. Will most certainly go back again!

Holly Owens

On Facebook, it recommends requesting appointments via Facebook. I did this a long time ago and never got a reply. I live in the neighborhood and stopped in when I saw the open sign on yesterday. I didn't know if I'd be able to get in that moment, but was prepared to return if so. I have an expensive piece of dermal jewelry I want to use for a repiercing, a new piercing of different type but wanted to see if first they had they had the jewelry I wanted, and also was interested in asking about a tattoo add-on, and new tattoo. I never even bothered with the tattoos. I was told it's the owner who pierces and he wasn't there. The guy was quite short and rude, gave different prices when I asked about the piercings, told me I would not be able to use my own jewelry, and if I did, it would cost the same. I've called my old place, got nothing like this. And the place out of state where I got this jewelry also told me how they handle other jewelry, prices on repiercing, etc. And they all have cases of jewelry on display. It was like pulling teeth, 20 questions to get him to say there was a case and I had to ask if I could see it in 2 different ways. I'm not sure who the owner is, but I'd find a new babysitter. I am happy to take my money for all that elsewhere and don't recommend rolling the dice on stepping in for that kind of treatment.

Miss Librarian Nessa

Great work! Great folks! Anibal did an amazing job !

Jenna W

Best experience at this place! Will defiantly go back

Michael Borkland

Annibal is great.

Amy Zabor

I just want to express my disappointment. I had someone pick up my child early, my sister took off of work early all because we had an “appointment”, the earlier the better you said. We re-arranged our entire day for this appointment and had to get all hyped up as we don’t get tattoos everyday, especially sisters doing something fun together. When we walked in, no one knew who we are or what we wanted. Again, very disappointing considering the earlier exchanges of messages. Thank you for ruining what should have been a fun experience. We will be taking our business and telling everyone else to go elsewhere.

Tobie Dibbern

I just had my first tattoo done by Johnny. I brought in the idea, he worked with me with the design process and I came back in a couple days later. He worked really well with me especially since I ended up having a harder time since I was a little sick that day. He was patient and put a lot of extra detail and work into the design. I would highly recommend Johnny for someone who wants a tattoo artist who makes you feel comfortable and cares about what he is doing and that you are happy with it when he's done.

Amy Robertson

Had a great session with Johnny today as a follow up from the Friday the 13th promo. Got 3 small tats done and I love them! Johnny was friendly and took his time. His lines are so clean and spot on. I will definately be back and I would recommend Lunchbox for sure :)

Kathy Kompass

Great experience here!

Anna Damiano

Awesome experience ..will be returning for sure ✌

Sue Hester

I stopped in and talked with Jimmy ( a Little ruff) but great artist and took his time with me. Got a laugh and I think that made his day. ( I hope) happy with his work!!! UPDATE::::Today I went back to get my granddaughter name tattooed on my wrist. When I walked in Jimmy was sitting in a chair and I said "hey how are you" and his attitude again was dry but I said "So am I going to get another smile " and he had the nerve to say to me "I didn't appreciate the review on line " I said what I gave you 5 stars and I said I got you to smile. He went ahead in front of my granddaughter and said that was NOT RIGHT AND NOT NICE. Well I really hope the owner that I met when I went in there the 1st time reads this post: Because do his lack of personal attitude I will never go back there again. Thank goodness I didn't have my credit card or glasses so I had to go out side and left and will not be returning. The parking lot was empty so maybe that is one of the reasons.

Jonathan Schaudt

Get place lots of neat things to admire. And Hayden is AWESOME

Sara Jeannine Wimmer

The space is nice and clean, and Johnny did a fantastic job on a rather complicated line art for me! Already had one tattoo from Lunchbox and was glad I trusted them for my next! 10/10

Kandice Mae

John was very friendly and made my daughter and I feel very comfortable and he did an awesome job on my daughters piercing.

abby wiese

I went to get my nose pierced for the first time and no problems at all during the process/

Michelle Gohl

Could not be happier with my cover-up! I had the most embarrassing tattoo party botch job and Johnny took the time to re-design it into something I can finally show off without shame. He and his guys are super friendly and give good advice. I had a few suggestions but he explained to me why they would not be the best route to take with it - I followed his direction and am SO happy I did. Trust them - they are artists (not you) and they know how ink can change over time with the aging of your skin. 5 stars for Johnny and the lunchbox crew! Thank you!

Foodie

Haden was great and listened to everything I wanted from design size to location. Couldnt be happier!

sophie bysiek

Seldom do I write reviews, and never have I written a bad review. I’ve come in before to replace a piercing. Small selection, but understandable. Went in again today with my mom to get new piercings. A guy who does tattoos and piercings was rude to both of us. He was blunt, extremely vague (would only tell us that most piercings are ~$40, which we already knew), and even told my mom that he disagreed with a piercing she had already had before (a single dermal). After stating that he didn’t have time for us, he didn’t even ask us to come back, nor was he open to suggesting other places to get piercings nearby. Very rude, not going back again. I’m 21, and as a manager even I know this is unacceptable— bad day or not, it’s unprofessional.

Jessica Hertrampf

Lunchbox is an awesome place for Tattoos and Piercings. Very clean. Down to earth and friendly guys. They have some big hearts to do tats for Tots for Tots. Love love love their work!!! Highly recommend!!

Amanda Weber

Did an awesome job on both of my daughters piercings!!

Michelle Mede

the artist ended up not being able to tattoo me because i had a scar that wasn’t fully healed, but i greatly appreciated the honesty. many shops will do piercings/tattoos when it’s unsafe or not ideal just for the money. shop was clean and employees were helpful and respectful.

Interplanet Janet

I just had an amazing experience today at Lunchbox Tattoo. The artist (Jimmy) was professional, patience and instantly made me comfortable. The shop was clean and inviting, plus a little Slayer always adds a couple points in my book. He quoted a very fair price for a moderately sized, very colorful piece. Just remember to bring cash! I'm so happy that I finally found a shop to call home! Thanks Jimmy! You're the best!

mr.locamotive

some of the best people you'll meet, they don't charge you an absurd amount and have great pricing for anything you get done here. best part is that they are extremely good at it

Edward Aguirre

This was my 3rd tattoo from lunch Box in about 3 weeks. Both the artist are very easy to talk to and very laid back. Even the younger crowd would come in with parents inquiring about a piercing or something, they were very professional about it. The dog tag tattoo was added to my 30 yr old service one.

George Zakrzewski

Johnny B. Is the best. This guy does some fantastic work, is very clean and meticulous about taking the needs and wants of his customer to high regard. Not only have myself and my g.f. had multiple art pieces done over the years, but we have recommended both family and friends here, but will continue. Thanks again J.B. ..... until the next one.....soon!

Aaron Mattley

I got my first & fourth tattoo there????????

Sarah B

Awesome shop, very clean, and a comfortable environment. Very friendly and helpful staff. David has done several of my tattoos and never disappoints! Johnny the owner is awesome!

Ryan A

Love this place. Very straightforward people, chill atmosphere, and right on the outskirts of Johnsburg. I love that I can drive there in under 10 minutes - I can spend my money locally to get great quality artwork.

Rich Majewski (Rich)

Very clean shop and friendly artists. David did my tattoo during their Toys for Tots drive and I LOVE it! Least painful and easiest heal I've had to date. The artists are laid back, easy to get along with, and friendly to a fault. I will definitely be going back to get more tattoos as soon as the Christmas holiday is over and cash flow is positive again. If you want a tattoo in a nice, relaxed environment with some great guys definitely consider stopping by Lunchbox and getting some new ink. Highly recommended!

Sammy Duncan

Where do I even start? First of all I’d like to say how unprofessional Johnny was while I was there with my friend to get a small tattoo on our wrists. He was checking his stocks while I was waiting very patiently to get my tattoo. He also made me venmo him so something about that seems illegal and VERY sketchy.. I got a tiny tattoo and it was $60 but it wasn’t worth a single penny. Now that it’s healed I can tell the lines and color are very uneven and he overall just did a terrible job. How hard is it to do a very small tattoo that only took about 10 minutes? I’m going to get it re done even though i just got it about 2 months ago. Johnny is a terrible tattoo artist and I recommend that you DONT go here whatever you do. Johnny, venmo me my $60 back please @sammy-duncan.

Jessi Bruck

It's a shame that their customer service is so terrible, I can only imagine the amount of business they lose on a regular basis. There was absolutely no one else in the shop, yet the artist told me that he wasn't willing to draw up a small 7 letter word for me (which he stated might take him 10 minutes) if he didn't know that I was going to get it. The prices were also a little on the high side, but we would have likely paid them if we'd felt valued as customers. I will never return and I will steer friends in a different direction as well.

Jim Sarcia

Hayden did a phenomenal job on my wife's tattoo. She is very happy with it!

Laura Bialachowski

I love my tattoo, Jimmy is awesome, very honest and artistic, I will definitely be seeing him again for some more ink!

Kiara Johnston

Great artist! Very friendly. Nice clean work

Project98kota -.:

Great staff and afordabale prices

Sara Crespo

This place is the best!!!! Anibal and Johnny are so nice and talented.

Constance Steele

Lunchbox tattoo and especially Johnny is absolutely fantastic!!! Both for piercings and tattoos. His attention and incredible detail is unparalleled to any other and he offers a clean environment and exceptionally skilled staff... I highly recommend him and lunchbox tattoo..

Whiskey Hangover

Nice staff, guy I talked to on the phone was helpful. Regina took out some piercings for me and was very professional and friendly.

Myka Thier

Very amazing shop. Did great work I will deffinitly go back for future tattoos. Did amazing on both mine and my mom's tattoos(:

Mike Grenda

Friendly staff. Care about their work.

Kerrigan Bivona

i got my tragus and my seconds done here and 1) they did it and it got stuck so it hurt. 2) they just did it without letting my daughter (a minor) know what they were doing after she asked them too. 3) all of them got badly infected (in the hospital) after taking really good care of it. and cleaning it every night and every morning. would not return here.

matt albright

Both my wife and I have gotten tattoos from johnny and my wife also got her Monroe piercing from him as well, we both have been very satisfied and will definitely continue to get work done at lunchbox tattoo. As a side note i recommend those of you that have had a bad experience before to come back in and check out the new shop In mchenry I can definitely say its a great experience!

Patrice Hoover

Great experience last night. Went in to see if a piercing could be reopened. They took time to put in new jewelry without having to completely pierce it again or making me come back. I will be going back to have another reopened in the VERY near future.

crazytrain69er

First tattoo.Johnny and David are very professional and personable.Very high level of standards for cleanliness.Highly recommended.They will continue to get my business.

londa E

Love my tat! Great work

Kathy Rohrs

Good and clean

Andrew C

Anibal did a piece on my arm. Very professional. This guy knows his stuff and did an amazing job. Thank again! Definitely coming back for more.

Gregory Reeves

Very good tattoo artist Johnny is owner and on site by appointment !

Caitlyn Hansen

If only it were possible to give 7 stars....

Virgie Leon

I went for a nose piercing yesterday. They were super friendly and helpful. I’m terrible with names, so I don’t remember the guys name. But he communicated well, which is a big deal to me because I like when things are explained. He told me exactly what he was doing and took his time to make sure he got it right. Price was also very reasonable.

Michele Larsen

Owner had an attitude when i asked to add on a tattoo he was working on. Overpriced 3 initials on neck over a cnote. Nope tons off other talent around. ????????

B

Awesome job, super happy with the artwork I recieved. Johnny did amazing he was very friendly and willing to work with my hectic schedule. His shop is also super clean and Johnny has an awesome personality, very friendly!

Louisa Frost-Smith

Awesome people work here and my tattoo looks fantastic! Definitely coming back. ????

Jessie Elizabeth

Got my first tattoo here and I love it! He is very talented & I definitely will be coming back!

Heather Nethaway

Emily was great.

Andy Katz

I've been going to lunch box tattoo for awhile now. Every time I go in I get a new tat from jimmy. He does awesome line work and shading is always on spot. When I ask questions or list ideas he always gives me feedback. Like reminding you it's on your body forever or just ideas of his own that can relate to your tattoo idea. I respect that. And love the tattoos I've recieved and can't wait to afford another. Thanks again lunch box. Left me in awe

Mark Pedretti

Johnny always does great work. Highly recommend

Linc Carter

Great work

Rachel Meyer

The tattoo guys are very friendly & make you comfortable. Comfortable atmosphere. Great tattoo's! Reasonably priced.

Corie Rodeman

Had a great experience today getting my nose pierced. The guys were so helpful, answered all of my questions, and even fit me in because I walked in without an appointment. Would definitely recommend them!

Matt G.

Did great on my industrial piercing.

Very Cherry

Had a great experience at Lunchbox Tattoo! Super friendly guys! And very happy with our tattoos!!

David Cleland

I did some research on where to get a tattoo and I discovered Johnny at Lunchbox Tattoo. What a great find! Johnny B. was excellent. He executed exactly what I wanted and was very professional. His shop is quite spacious and clean. I highly recommend Johnny and his shop, Lunchbox Tattoo!

Katrina Thomas

Tried to set up an appointment and nobody called me back. I understand everyone is low on piercers due to the crisis and not being paid enough, but honestly, I would have appreciated a call-back to tell me so. People have told me about Johnny and his unprofessional responses, but I didn't think it was this bad. Oh well!

drew bates

Jimme is an awesome guy. He might at first come off a bit edgy but he isn't at all. He is huge not only in his art but the customers experience. There is not a single bad word I can say about my first experience and for future ink he is my guy.

Alison Bohl

The tattoo I got looks exactly like the picture I drew and it's better than I could have imagined.

Jylian Pankow

From the moment I went in the shop, it was a great experience. Johnny did an amazing job doing a cover up tattoo. He was very kind & professional through out my time there & gave me the tattoo I wanted. Will definitely be going back for my next tattoo!

Jesse Reyes

Thanks again looks awesome !!

Shari Melahn

Anibal BEST TAT ARTIST EVER!☆! Took My Tat Vision + expanded on it + IT IS PHENOMENAL!☆! Expert Artist, NO PAIN, Awesome Price, Cool Place!☆! I'll tell All my Besties + I'll be back!☆! THANK YOU ANIBAL + JOHNNY!☆☆!

Dia Saucedo

The atmosphere is extremely welcoming if you're going as a first timer. The shop is clean, comfortable and professional. The artists are top notch with extensive history of tattooing. You're not going to find a "just started tattooing" guy here. These people offer superior talent and knowledge when it comes to ink, skin and piercing!!! Highly recommend.

Don Vepley

Place is clean. Dave the artist that did my tat' was awesome. And the prices are very competitive to other shops in the area

SUE TREMPE-RYAN

Great Job... Love the detail and coloring!

David Stott

Phenomenal place all around, clean, friendly, professional, experienced, and very talented.

Nick N

Very friendly, clean environment. Quality work!!

gah pyke

Nice friendly stuff. I got my belly button piercing.

Gina Guyton

This shop was clean and comfortable. Very reasonablly priced! It was my first time at this shop. It's close to my home, reasonable prices, and clean Thanks so much Johnny for the experience.

Julie Dean-Komorous

I just got a tattoo from Emily. She is an apprentice but did an amazing job. I highly recommend her. Johnny made sure everything looked right and that I was satisfied.

amanda peszat

I would recommend this place to anyone. Friendly, and clean. Skilled artist and fair pricing.

Vanessa Baxter

Johnny does amazing work! The shop is clean and he's down to Earth and professional. He gives you honest feedback and does great work. Prices are reasonable considering how long he's been in business. Truly a pro.

Tara Hansen

The best part of Lunchbox Tattoo is the friendly service. Not being a tattoo expert, Johnny put me at ease and allowed my experience to be one of immeasurable pleasure. If anyone is considering having a life long commitment introduced to their body-Lunchbox Tattoo is the place to go.

Steve Anderson

Just stopped in to get a piercing, nice clean place, professional, seemed like nice people. A good place.

Kelly Conkle

Friendly, professional, very clean!

Sophia Lind

I walked in on a weekend to get a lip piercing and they fit me in right away! I love that there is a tattoo shop right here in town and I’m very happy with what they did for me! The piercer was very professional, specific with aftercare instructions, and the shop was very clean.

Tracy Lambert

Hands down..Johnny IS the best around! No doubt about it! In the past, before I found Johnny, I got a few horrible tattoos from other tattoo artists that I absolutely hated and they were in places that were very hard for me to hide..Johnny was able to turn those horrible tattoos into nothing but perfection!!! We are currently working on sleeving one of my arms...I get compliments daily on how beautiful and detailed my tats are...I would never let anyone else put something permanent on my body..I would give him 100 stars but they only let you give 5!

Karen Fite

Tim was amazing. Artwork is beautiful. You will be my go to for as long as you will ink me. I really don't have the words to describe the tat, but it is perfection. Go check out this place and see Tim or Johnny!! Thank you again guys!!

Crystal Soenksen

I recently went to Lunchbox Tattoo for my very first tattoo. I was pretty nervous, but the staff was very warm and welcoming. I felt comfortable and at ease right away. Johnny B is extremely talented and did an awesome job! I plan to go back soon for tattoo #2!

Kevin Micheals

Great place!! Me and my wife were checking out the shops in McHenry, and lunchbox had the best work and the most experienced artists. Johnny and Jimmy did an awesome job on me and my wife, We have found a new place and would recommend this shop to anyone looking for top quality tattoo work.

Bridget Weingart

Johnny has always done great with my tats and always keeps his word. Great environment and always clean. Defiantly a great place to go

Matthew Mayo

Great a friendly people.They make you feel comfortable an welcome. If anyone asks me a good place to get great quality ink im deff gunna send them there. My tattoo came out excelt an i wont go anywhere else but there too get tattoos.

Amanda Addy

I first would like to say that they were so fast in contacting me back for both of my appointments. I sent them a Facebook message and within minutes I was booked with “Sara’s husband” I mean Anibal :-) he was so professional with wearing his mask and always asking if I was comfortable and if I was okay with the pain level. First appointment was a matching tattoo with my mom who was in a wheel chair. He helped us get into the building and made sure she was comfortable. My mom has since passed away from years of being sick. Today at my appointment he let me tell her story and cry. He was very caring and a very good listener. I would 100% recommend Lunchbox and would 101% recommend Anibal

Jason Becker

Got my super awesome tattoo done by johnny. Probably the most comfortable tattoo ive gotten in years. Unreal the things this guy can do

Renee Risch

Works with you on your vision!

T.L. Wiersma

I have been planning a memorial tattoo for more than 2 years. Had a basic design I found online. Made an appointment with Johnny. He took the basic b&w design I provided, added color and text, and turned it into one of the most beautiful tats I've ever seen. SO HAPPY!!! (I cried). Highly recommend this incredibly professional shop and its artists!

Bart Palaszewski

I have been going to get my tattoos done by johnny for over 12 years, have noting bad to say about him or the shop. Everyone has always been super friendly and they all do great work.

L L

What a great experience. I took my daughter there to get her navel pierced. Johnny and his employee were very friendly. Johnny was very helpful answering all of our questions. I would recommend them to anyone who is looking to get a piercing done.

Logan Grove

I got my first tattoo in honor of my grandmother. I couldn't be more happier!! Johnny is very talented and I'd definitely recommend getting work done here.

meghan Hayes

Just got my nose pierced. Guys we’re super nice and very informative. Prices are very reasonable also! I will be coming back here!

LorI Thier

We came in for the Friday the 13th special. It was packed! But even tho we weren’t able to get tattooed on that night, Johnny made everything right by calling back and making appointments. He was very approachable for questions via Facebook and was very quick to respond! We had a great experience here!!! I was very very happy with my tattoos and will DEFINITELY be back here for more! Already planning more! I strongly suggest that everyone goes to LINCHBOX TATTOO and see Johnny for awesome work! Tell him that Lori sent ya! Lol

Farrah Hogan

Super amazing experience at Lunchbox Tattoo! I scheduled a consultation where we discussed ideas and pictures for a cover up tattoo and made an appointment for several days later. I couldn't be happier with my new tattoo and the excellent service from Luncbox Tattoo. I highly recommend and will definitely be coming back!!