Bee Tattoo and Body Piercing

I got my nose pierced here about 2 months ago and while everything went just fine, I would definitely recommend Insight Studios instead. Bob at Insight is so much more «surgical» in his approach, so you feel 100% confident that you’re being properly taken care of.
This was also the second time I’ve gotten my nose pierced, and it hurt a hell of a lot more than the first. I’m thinking this might be because he made it a 16 gauge piercing, which is pretty big for a nose piercing (they’re normally 18, maybe 20). Most nose rings you’ll find are in the 18 – 20 gauge, so the extra pain and larger hole is for naught in the long-​run.

A friend and I both went to get a cartilage piercing, and both of us got infected despite having many successful piercings in the past. Looking back, nether of us remember seeing the jewelry sterilized (and it wasn’t sealed), or the piercer washing his hands. I’m only mostly sure he wore gloves. We were both extremely careful with our aftercare, and my infection was the worst I’ve ever seen

got a small tattoo here and was pleased. Scheduled an appointment for a more complex design and sent it to him (Bee) ahead of time with an explanation of exactly what I wanted. I was turned away and I’m not sure why. Just bad business and I wasted a lot of time.

Bee is amazing!!! He does an amazing job. He gives welcomes your ideas and also works with you so that you leave satisfied and happy!

I had been to another local tattoo shop with my husband and didn’t have a great experience, so I was apprehensive coming here for my first tattoo. Dusty set me at ease from the beginning by asking lots of questions. He seemed really invested in me getting exactly what I wanted, while making great suggestions based on his experience. He thought adding a little color to my tattoo would make it pop and he was right! I get compliments on it from strangers!
Dusty was friendly and approachable and the vibe in the shop was relaxed. I thought the price was reasonable considering how much work Dusty put into the sketch for my tattoo. Definitely planning on coming back for my next one!

This could get addicting… seriously spectacular artwork by Jolly yesterday… but I expected as much based upon his impressive reviews and portfolio. What I didn’t expect was the terrific experience of community during my tattoo. Every business has a vibe that emanates from the heart and Bee Tattoo has great heart. Such nice people coming in and out of the shop and interacting with sublime grace. Looking forward to my next visit.

Great, amazing, would do again. Went in for a piercing and Dusty was so friendly and welcoming. Asked about me and my life, talked me through everything he was doing, made me laugh, joked around with me, and basically just took a process that I had been freaking out about beforehand and made it pretty pain-​free, easy, and quick. If I got another piercing, I’d have no hesistations at all about going back there !

Great color work for a great price, excellent staff, and super clean! Went to Bee for a chest tattoo, it came out amazing. My wife and nephew have been tattood by Dustin, he didn’t a fabulous job as well

Jolly was amazing — professional and patient. He went out of his way to make sure we were pleased, and was happy to keep the shop open for 90 extra minutes in order to get us taken care of — even though we dropped in last minute. This was my third tattoo and is by far my best experience — and my friend who has four had nothing but great things to say as well.

Shoutout to Dusty Rhodes for the high quality and super quick ink done on my rib cage! Will definitely be back.

I went here to get my nose pierced. It cost $ 40, and I was in and out in less than 20 minutes. I didn’t have an appointment, so walk-​ins are fine. You may want to call ahead, though, just to make sure there’s someone there who can do what you need. I originally came in on Monday and was told I’d have to come back another day since the guy who does piercings (Dusty) wasn’t in.
Also, they take credit cards, but I got a very weird vibe from staff when they realized I didn’t have cash. When I asked if I needed to come back, the owner hesitated like he was debating whether to tell me «yes» or not. It was a bit uncomfortable, especially since nothing on their website mentions they prefer cash.
Overall, though, great experience. The shop was clean, and the staff were friendly and professional (aside from the minor awkwardness about cash). I’d definitely trust Dusty for future piercings or tattoos, and would come back to this shop again.

My friend and I were here to get our ears pierced earlier today. I really wish we’d gotten the name of the man who did it, because he was incredible — professional and friendly and very nice and approachable (thank you!).
We both got conch piercings and I love the way he did mine and the way it looks. And it was $ 40. What a deal.

Dusty was very patient & helpful with my own design. His suggestions were great and just that suggestions. If I didn’t like it he redid it. Tattoo came out better than expected. Thanks.

I was referred to this place by a friend who got a tattoo here. This place is fantastic. Totally professional and reasonable. I brought it a picture and he tweaked it to perfection with the utmost patience and professional input. Jolly was my tattoo artist and he was great. It was my first tattoo, and an amazing experience. I agree with all the reviews about superb customer service and a great atmosphere. Bee is a cool guy with a excellent shop!

Very professional, easy going staff. I worked directly with the owner, BeBe. He tweaked my design, and got right to business. Offered a very fair price. My tattoo is almost healed up completely and looks fantastic. Tye shop is really clean and welcoming. I highly recommend this place.

I have been passing by this place for quite some time. Glad I made my way in. I have never been in a tattoo shop where I felt calmness and just an overall great vibe. Dusty Rhodes did my wrist tat and will be doing all my others in the future. He was personable and made me feel comfortable. I would recommend them to anyone looking for a clean and nice place to get your tat without all the extra drama.

I went to Bee’s to get my nose pierced. The only reason I am giving it a 4.5 is because they did not have a wide array of nose jewelry, but the service was SUPERB and the piercer was so kind and patient in spite of myself and a hoard of friends coming in nervous. He was so kind and patient. I would recommend this place to any of my friends, and I would also say that they came in $ 25 cheaper than the other studios near me in Chicago. This place was really really great!

me and my friend was planning to have a tattoo for a long time but we searched everywhere to find a good place, artist and price for a tattoo. we looked everywhere! even on groupon but then i realized there’s the bee tattoo just around the block lol. but to make the story short i was supposed to get my second tattoo on my fingers but the artist told me right away that tattoo wont be the same, it will fade. so i decided to put it on my wrist. and i love it. my co-​workers were asking me where i got it because they want to have a tattoo too :) and the price is really good. i highly recommend this place. clean place, nice and skilled or should i say professional artist, and good pricing. and if im going to have another tattoo ill definitely go here again coz the artist really knows what he’s doing.

I trust Bee to do my tattoos since 2009!
I have a tribal butterfly on my anckle and ny husband also just made an aztec art on his arm too!
Highly recommended! Good price, excelent job!
This guy knows what he is doing!

I got my first tattoo here, and I am happy I did. The tattoo artist right away explained to me that it would be painful and that the tattoo would not last very long since it’s in a highly mobile location, my finger it might fade. I enjoyed the honesty and sincerity but still decided to get my tattoo in that spot. As soon as he was done, the tattoo artist told me that If I had any problems with the ink fading to come back again. He was right, my tattoo faded (Not badly but noticeably, and due to my lack of experience in tattoo care) and I decided to go back. Sure enough he retouched it free of charge! My tattoo still looks brand new to this day, and this was a few years ago! I always get compliments on my tattoo and asked where it was done. Highly recommend this joint! Extremely sanitary, reasonably priced, and amazing customer service! Shout out to «BB.Gon»