Rising Dragon Tattoo

Rising Dragon Tattoo is a tattoo and piercing shop in Cambridge Commercial Park off Trinity Close in Paulshof, in Johannesburg's northern suburbs. Reviewers describe experienced, welcoming staff and a clean, professional studio, with one practical warning about getting in and parking.

What reviewers liked

• Experience. Vincenzo says the owner has been tattooing for more than 15 years and is technically very strong, and Cheyane describes Hendrik as having loads of experience and being one of the best.
• A welcoming crew. Kristen found the studio professional yet laid back and recommends Justin, while Cheyane gives a shout-out to Clive, the manager, for making her feel welcome.
• Knowledge. The reviewer who posts as lil Miss Feedback found the staff knowledgeable on every piercing and tattoo question she raised.
• Neat and clean. Johan, Vincenzo and lil Miss Feedback all comment on a tidy, sanitary space.
• Piercing choice. Cheyane says the piercer knows what he is doing and there is a wide range of jewellery to pick from.

Good to know before you book

Plan your parking. lil Miss Feedback says there is plenty of space inside the property, but the entrance is so steep it may scrape the underside of a low car, which pushed her to park outside. She did not feel the outside area looked especially safe or secure, which matters if you will be there for a few hours of tattooing.

On price, Johan notes it is not the cheapest option but feels the team know what they are doing, so budget accordingly. Several of these reviews are a few years old, so confirm which artists are currently working when you get in touch.