Legacy Ink

Legacy Ink is a tattoo and piercing shop on Blaauwberg Road in Table View, Cape Town. Reviewers describe a warm, family-like team and a calm, clean, well-organised space, with plenty of first-timers saying they were put at ease for both tattoos and piercings.

What reviewers liked

• Shelly Chapman with first-timers: Ryan had his first tattoo with her and calls her skilled and caring. Ane, a nervous walk-in on her first visit, says Shelly answered all her questions and kept things light with plenty of jokes.
• Austin's line work: Janine, on her second visit, says his detail and line work were impeccable and the piece far exceeded what she expected.
• Vivi for piercings: Daniel and a friend laughed through their piercing appointment, and he says Vivi talked him through every step. Sharnay found her second piercing less painful than feared, with Vivi patient and clear throughout.
• The atmosphere: Janine notes the warmth and openness that other reviews also mention, and Ryan says the artists feel like a family.

Good to know before you book

Walk-ins are possible; Ane came in without an appointment and was looked after. If you are anxious, reviewers consistently say the staff explain each step and take time with questions before starting. Several people, including Janine and Sharnay, came back for more work and say this is now their only studio. Coming with a friend seems to go down well, as Daniel found. Reviewers raise no complaints.