I went here today to get my first tattoo and i had a great experience. i was able to be seen as soon as i came in (i was a walk-in, and i got there pretty early). my artist was Ness, and he was awesome! i designed my own tattoo, showed him a pic, and he made everything straighter/more aligned. it took less than 30 minutes and was very affordable. Im definitely coming again!

First time I went in randomly without appointment, they made space for me to do a nose piercing. The staff was very nice. Nick answered my questions. She pierced my nose and husbands brow. We went back to get snake bites later and she took the time to make sure they were even and how we wanted. Definitely recommend this shop for piercings. I havent had a tattoo there yet, so I cant comment on that.

Came 20 minutes early and they still took me once I got there. Everyone was very professional but also friendly. The lady was very fast and smooth. Nothing went wrong and I understood her instructions very well. I will definitely be coming back when I get a tattoo

Only place I get pierced. Gumby does good tattoos. Snack machine. Cash only. Everyone laughs. Great vibe.

We came in on a recommendation from a friend and we found Fernando. Super light handed and does incredible work! All around amazing experience and he loves his craft! He did one for me as well as my design on my girlfriend and she was completely enamored! Well be back for sure! This guy is the real deal! Thank you, Brother!

Wow, havent been in here in years. Bought my daughter in for a nose ring. The lady was very nice, professional and quick. She explained everything, took her time with my daughter, had a very neat, clean environment. Id definitely suggest this place if youre looking for a piercing. My artist isnt there anymore but check out the new guys, the photos inside look amazing.

Got ripped off at familia tattoos for 800 FOR JUST ONE 2 hour SESSION. This place finished it and told me it shouldn’t been more than 400 for it all AND should have only taken 2~3 hours most. Live and learn. New soldiers just come here cause rancier rip off

All the artists here are amazing. Tattooed by Gil, Gumby, and now Nando.Recommend 101%

Ive wanted to get my ears pierced for a long time! I went to Calaveras, one of the best experiences Ive ever had! The stafe is amazing theyre sweet, understanding, down to earth, real, and honest! The establishment was one of the cleanest Ive seen, the floor was basically a mirror. Im planning to go back for my second lobe piercing on both ears, when I got my first lobe piercings I didnt feel a thing. My piercer was brilliant at her job, she didnt even have to tell me her years of experience, you could just tell by the way she started talking she knew what she was talking about. All-round step up experience that I hope you can experience yourself! Cant wait to come back!!

Just got my nose pierced, never been here before. The 2 ladies up front were super friendly. Will be coming back.

I’ve come here on three separate occasions and had the best service every time I’ve walked through the door. The staff are friendly, funny, and most importantly honest. I will definitely be back!!!

Really great tattoo artist there really good awesome tats good prices any one there is willing to work with you on what you want definitely going back for all my tattoos

Fernando is INCREDIBLE. Hands down, the best experience I have ever had being tattood, and he is insanely talented!!!! He’s professional, and made me feel very comfortable. The tattoo is EXACTLY what I wanted - I’m so happy with it!!!

Ive been past this shop almost every day for a year and wanted to stop in. Finally did and the experience was great. Im definitely coming back for more work I the future.

Best place for tattoo will go back for my next one Gil was amazing!!

Super cool shop, Fernando is a killer artist! Highly recommend them.

Amazing tattoo! One of my most complimented tattoo too.

Of all places and tattoo, this place is the best. ASK FOR NESS!!! His work is God tier.

Best, friendly place ever! Will be going back over there for my tattoo next month!

The young lady at the desk was friendly and clear about the services as well as procedures for covid. They were extremely clean. The gentleman who did the tattoo was funny, kind and patient. I would definitely go back and thought the whole vibe was positive there.

I came in 20-30 minutes before closing and Ness agreed to help me out with a small tattoo that turned out amazing, and stayed about 20 minutes past close. Super nice, down to earth staff, definitely check this place out!

It was amazing, I got my nose and helix pierced with my friend and obv I was scared and was emotional and the lady was so sweet about the whole thing, let me calm down before doing anything and counted before she did the piercings. It was a great experience and I’ll definitely be back!!!

Came here for a left side nostril piercing. I have had quite a few facial and body piercings over the years, so I was extremely pleased with the quality of the piercing experience here. The piercer was fast with the needle, she made it a painless process and that I am thankful for. Their prices are very fair. Whole process from filling out paperwork and getting pierced was quick . She offered for me to come back if I need help at any time with either jewelry or the piercing itself. Great customer service! 10/10 would recommend 👍⭐

My first impression of the shop wasn’t a great one but regardless I gave it another shot when I decided to get a nose piercing. When I called the guy was really nice and made my appointment on the date and time I requested which I appreciated. On the day of my appointment I arrived on time and was greeted by the guy at the front desk and after he had me do paperwork he was just stuck on his phone while I awkwardly waited on the piercer. She was nice for the most part, not super personable but she had a professional demeanor. The piercing was quick and painless which I appreciated. Fast forward to a week or two later I saw I developed a bump. I followed the cleaning protocol she gave me but noticed it was getting worse and a bump formed inside my nose as well. After waiting it out for a few more days I finally called her to ask for guidance to which she said it could have been bumped and to clean the bump with tea tree oil. I tried it, waited some more days until I decided to get a second opinion. To make a long review shorter..I had to take out the piercing due to the severity of the bump. I wish rather than advising me over the phone the piercer would’ve asked me to come in to see the bump and not just assume what it was. I spent way too much to simply have to take it out.

Fernanado did an amazing job on my tattoo, I was extremely nervous but he was open an honest about the placement And design of my tattoo. I will be visiting again.

Went in today to get a small tat i honor of me big brother that passed it was a good time to be asked exa3 what i wanted the guy was verynice and we talked about other tats and what can be done to fix them very insightful.

Always get piercings here. Few weeks back got a tat here. Taking one star away because Tattoo artist with the nose ring tried charging me 600 for some black roses but then asked If I could come back in 3-4 weeks when “he has time” and seemed irritated I was interrupting him getting his lunch with his keys in hand and holding a cigarette.Another artists helped me out and scheduled me later that night when they closed. Tattoo came out great and only took like an hour and half. Even threw in some color for me for only 250. Overall it was a rocky experience at first but worked

Excellent artist! Worth every penny. Plan months in advance. This is in Los Fresnos, Texas. Not sure why it says Killeen. 🤔

He did an absolutely 💯% amazing job!! Sunflower on my thigh and my sons footprints on his fathers shoulder! Will definitely go back. Love how he made the decision to imprint our sons feet, that way they were his actual feet as the tattoo!

Carlos is amazing captured what we wanted perfectly!! Great imagination and conversation to boot!! What we showed and what we got so you can judge for yourself!!

Nick was absolutely amazing! I got a nose piercing and my nipples done and neither were painful. She was very smooth and quick I hardly noticed it. She is good at what she does. She is worth the price highly recommend her. Thanks Nick!

Wife and her bff got matching tatts.. walk ins and where out within two hours.. simple tattoo.. fully satisfied

I went in October to get my nipples pierced by Nick and she was amazing. Nick was professional, sweet, and very quick with the piercing process. The place was also very clean! Ill definitely be returning to get my septum piercing done, 10/10 would recommend!

Love the piercer! My families go-to spot for tattoos and piercings!

Had a great experience! Friendly and prompt service at the desk. Jason was an amazing artist! He definitely killed it!

Awesome place! Fernando did my tattoo today.

Got a tattoo and a piercing. big tv playing movies. clean work and the artists was all cool

Tattoo artist was rude. Sat there an hour while he drew up the tattoo, only to have him come back and say he would have to reschedule. If you cant do the tattoo say so.

Artist NESS is real down to earth and does great work..

Great artist work here... consistency is the key!! Jesus does great great work...ill see you thursday!!

What is the youngest you tattoo.

I only had to wait for a little bit of time, being a skeptic I waited for my tattoos to heal before writing my review. They turned out quite nicely, a wonderful memorial to my mother, Charlie did a great job and I will be back!! Would recommend to any of my friends!!

Excellent work thanks to Gil 🙌👌

I had been referred there by a bunch of friends for my belly button to get pierced. Nikki did a great job and was very pleased with her work. Clean shop and nice atmosphere. Great pricing too. Totally will be getting more work by her and of course tattoos!!! Totally suggest anyone to go there they are the best!

Great service friendly staff.

Amazing Service. Came in for my nose piercing and Nikki did a fantastic job. It was a quick pinch and it was over. My eye didn’t even tear up because she did it so fast. I will definitely be coming here again and bringing all of my friends to get piercings done by her. ✨💕

My daughter got her ears pierced. You need a birth certificate and id for minors FYI. Cash Only but they do have an ATM.

My piercings & tattoo look amazing! The staff is friendly & knowledgeable. I highly recommend this place, & I myself will be going back.

Very friendly and knowledgeable.

Amazing place, would definitely come again

Gumby is the coolest. excellent five star service!

I recently got my septum re-pierced here and the woman did an amazing job. I can’t remember her name but she was super sweet yet professional. Really helped ease my nerves. Also, gave me super helpful advice on another piercing I already had. Will definitely be going back in the future.

Very professional appearance. Great service. Definitely recommended.

I went last night and got my nipples pierced. Nic is such a sweet lady, made me very comfortable, very professional....and quick! She is absolutely great at what she does, I am glad I had her to do my first nip piercings ....no pain....quick n simple. Lovely lady! Great atmosphere! Very clean and sterile equipment! Yes!!!

They were SO NICE AND SWEET. I got a belly button ring, and the lady did it so well. Everything was sanitized, the place was clean and very decorated. She made sure I was okay. A amazing experience. The piercing was quick and pretty much painless. 100 % recommend. 😊

Great service and great prices. I love my new ink!

Were super helpful. Great service

Nick is amazing and was quick w my tongue piercing!

The lady that Pierced my nose did an awesome job. Very professional.

Perfect piercing every time. I love that I can make appointments for the piercings.

I went here to get my nose pierced and the process was absolutely outstanding. The staff was wonderful and very pleasant to work with. As this was my first piercing I was quite nervous, but the lady who does majority of the piercings made the process as smooth and as painless as possible. Absolutely brilliant. I love this place.

Nikki was super friendly and informative. She did my tongue piercing and both of friends septum and one of their tongue piercings as well. Shop was clean and well maintained. Would recommend this place to anyone.

Love it! Very relaxing and professional. Ness and Mz Nick are experienced. My second time going and will definitely be back for more.

I didnt catch the ladys name that redid my piercings. She was so personable and made me feel comfortable. She even educated me on my piercings that were previously done incorrectly at another shop. I highly recommend her.

I’ve been coming here for years and it is hands down the best tattoo shop in the area. The artists are award winning and very friendly. They work with you to give you exactly what you are looking for. I highly recommend Calaveras.

Awesome place great customer service will be back for sure

This weekend I received a tattoo by Gill. Awesome guy. very knowledgeable, personable and his attention to detail is absolutely impeccable. I showed him a picture of a tattoo style that I liked and he completely recreated it to make a custom piece. His price was fair and reasonable for the amount of detail and time my tattoo took. He was very patient and took time to explain everything he did. I am extremely satisfied with my ankle/foot piece and would recommend him to anybody!

So go a fire piece on my neck!!! Not going to lie, there where parts that hurt really bad. But I had a mission, and goal. And I achieved both, this is not some gimmick tattoo. No Im not trying to be the king of any streets or anything like that. But in my own personal world I am the king. IM THE SOLE PROVIDER FOR MY FAMILY, also dealing with the lose of a family has really tested my mental strength, so this represents all that Ive accomplished when dealing with that. Thank you calaveras, Ill be back for more of that fire work..

Great place, fast on appts, got a piercing for my daughter and it was very quick. Down side, bring cash or use their ATM inside.

Awesome place friendly people

Got my nose pierced here. The staff was great and the experience was amazing! The staff is very knowledgeable and made the process as painless as possible.

Super friendly when I got my nose pierced and great price

I paid $600 upfront for a chest piece, that was suppose to be a cover up. Once the session was over I was told to give it some time to heal then he would finish it. The artist wouldn’t answer my calls or textafterwards. In short, I never got the piece finished, and you can still see the previous tat that was suppose to be covered. There are plenty of tattoo shops in Killeen, spend your money somewhere else.

Amazing place. Guys in here are professional, they charge $150 an hour, however they work really fast and really good. My tattoo was about 4 hour, it was done in 2 and a half. Incredible results. They really take time preparing, cleaning, and taking care for the tattoo. And they work late nights as well. The best tattoo place. I highly recommend. Almost everybody there have at least 10 years of experience. They also have waiting area with free pool, sofas, TVs, games whatever you want. Definitely would go there for my next tattoo.

Shop was being cleaned when walked in, smell nice. Few artists were free to talk with me about a design. Ended up going somewhere else because they were super busy, which is a good sign because every other shop I ended up going to looked like half the people weren’t doing anything. Will be back

Ness did my tattoo in a great professional manner! It was quick and EXTREMELY detailed and it looked exactly the way I wanted it!! Couldn’t ask for a better artist here in the killeen area

Friendly, relaxing, fun place. Everyone is a professional and they do great work

Clean shop, lovely staff, and good work.

Clean and sanitized facility. Staff is super professional and courteous.

Had an amazing experience. Absolutely love the shop

Got stamped there twice over a decade ago, and the tattoo still looks good.

Great artists great environment

My friend and I went in to get some piercings and this was hands down the best experience ever! This is piercing #21 so I know what to look for. Go here for any piercing needs!

I love this place!!

The lady who did my piercing was very helpful. I didnt even feel when she pierced my lip. I would recommend her to other people. Great place to go to.

I just got my ears and Daith pierced here and the woman who does the piercings is AMAZING!! So professional, extremely kind and made me feel at ease. She explained the whole process step by step and showed me her sterilized tools. I would only ever recommend her, she’s the best I’ve ever had and I’ve had piercings done at other places before.

Walked in to get a tattoo and wasn’t even acknowledged. Couple walked in behind me and was able to go in front of me. After I walked towards the door to leave, I was then addressed 🙄😒

Wife got pierced, piercer is a sweetie. Got tattooed by Ness and Gumby both are excellent and will work with you on design and process to fit your butget

Carlos drew and tattooed all I wanted and more, he is truly a fabulous artist. I was really nervous about how big my side piece was, but he talked me through everything and made me feel comfortable. I get so many compliments and I love the finished work. I would recommend him to anyone!

Excellent work!!!! My husband and I walked in with ideas of what we wanted for tattoos and they made it happen better then we hoped for. Ness and Charlie both very talented and these are by far the best Tattoos we have at a reasonable price. Definitely recommend them!!!

My son got his ears Pearce the staff was very nice and very knowledgeable of what they were doing I’m very happy with there service

Great staff and work. Place is clean as well. Will definitely be going back

I love my friend Nick F, shes been piercing me since 2003 and is THE BEST in all of the area.. trust me. Go see Nick, she never disappoints

Gil made my experience a great one!!! My first time ever going to an actual tattoo shop I wanted the best of the best and thats exactly what I received. Told him what I wanted and how much this chest half sleeve meant to me and he made it exactly that way!!!!!!! He is my recommendation to anyone who wants the best!

I just walked in ask to get a piercing in and out. The lady was amazing.

Incredible work and friendly artists. I had a larger back piece done and Jesus did an amazing job.

Gil is a man beast tattoo artist, hes very talented. I love Gil

Piercing lady was awesome and personable.

Did an amazing job on my nose piercing 2 years ago. Recently called to inquire about a tragus and tounge and was met with nothing but the best.

I had Nick. She was amazing. I got the tongue scoop piercing. Definitely recommend this place. Didnt hurt a bit.