Dead Hamster Tattoo
About this parlor
If you've been scouting shops in El Paso, TX, Dead Hamster Tattoo keeps surfacing — and the realism, portrait, and lettering portfolio is the reason. Across 43 reviews the rating sits at 4.7 — consistently glowing signal that the work and the room match the portfolio. Walk-in availability isn't published — call ahead to confirm whether they're taking same-day appointments.
This El Paso studio boasts a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere, with artists like Sarah and Swift providing custom, detailed work. They are praised for their kindness, professionalism, and ability to make clients feel at ease, making it a go-to spot for amazing tattoo experiences and cover-ups.
Good to know before you book
- Fine-line and micro work here demands a clear reference — bring high-res images and expect a short consult before the needle.
- Realism and portrait work depends heavily on reference quality — clean, well-lit source photos make the biggest difference.
- Walk-in availability isn't always posted online — a quick phone call is the fastest way to know if they can fit you in today.
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This place is bomb af! Not only were they super kind and courteous in the chat when I had a limited idea of what we actually wanted but they were even better in person! Sarah did our tattoos but Brittany and Swift were in shop and they made the whole experience great! A friendly, comfortable atmosphere is so important and Sarah paid incredible attention to detail and made our tattoos unique. After awful experiences with other shops in the area we are coming back to Dead Hamster for lots of future projects because they take the time to dedicate to you to make you feel welcome and ensure your ink is just right. ❤️
I love this place, I got a cover up by Swift and it is sooo beautiful and I can't even tell that I ever had a tattoo under it. I love the environment Swift makes u feel so comfortable. This will be my go to from now on because never had I experienced such an amazing tattoo experience as I did there. Thank you so very much Swift for such and amazing experience and for my beautiful tattoo
I have been going to house of pain for years to get piercings. Just gotta say that I definitely will now be going to dead hamster. The entire staff is very friendly and professional. Connected very well with the owner and could’ve talked even longer. They care about you and the work you want to get done. I will be recommending this shop to all the people I can because it’s so good. Sad that I’m moving but every time I come to El Paso I will be stopping by. Even recommended me shops in Hawaii for piercings and said to let him know so he can get in contact with them. I have never in my life left a review for any store but I had to for Dead Hamster Tattoo. I got my double septum and smiley.
Location
3616 McRae Blvd Ste#6, El Paso, TX 79925, USA
