Tempted Ink

Dyker Heights, Brooklyn is home to Tempted Ink, founded by Joe Maldonado, who is also the shop owner. It serves clients from the neighborhood and the surrounding Tri-State area with custom artwork in many styles, specializing in black and grey, illustrative realism, cover-ups, lettering, fine line and color tattoos. A main seating area is joined by a private room for piercing or for tattoos on more delicate areas. The atmosphere is laid back and welcoming, with a high level of cleanliness, and clients can download aftercare instructions. Appointments are booked online, and street parking nearby is free or paid. Rated 5.0 from 51 Google reviews, 50 of them five stars. Online booking and an aftercare guide make the process clear before a first visit.