Great Wave Tattoo
About Great Wave Tattoo
Great Wave Tattoo provides professional tattoo shop services in Austin, TX. A world-renowned tattoo shop specializing in bold traditional American and detailed Japanese tattoos. Welcomes walk-ins daily from 12 PM to 8 PM. Our tattoo artists specialize in custom designs, realism, traditional American, Japanese, geometric, watercolor, blackwork, fine line, and cover-up tattoos. Every design is custom drawn for each client — we do not use flash art unless specifically requested. We maintain strict sanitation protocols exceeding health department requirements with single-use needles, hospital-grade sterilization, and medical-grade aftercare supplies. Walk-in consultations welcome for pricing and design discussion. Serving Austin and the surrounding Texas communities. Locally owned and operated with deep roots in the community.
13 years in business
Services
Custom Tattoo
FeaturedOriginal custom design created by our artists. Includes consultation, sketch revisions, and application.
Starting at $200 / per hour
Small Tattoo
FeaturedSmall designs under 3 inches. Flash designs available or bring your own reference image.
Starting at $100 / per piece
Cover-Up
Redesign and cover existing tattoos with new artwork. Consultation required to assess options.
Starting at $300 / per hour
Piercing
Professional body piercing with surgical-grade jewelry. Includes aftercare kit and instructions.
Starting at $50 / per piercing
Touch-Up
Refresh faded lines, add color, or fix previous work. Free touch-ups on our original work within 6 months.
Starting at $100 / per session
Location
4634 Burnet Road
Austin, TX 78701
Hours of Operation
Services Offered
Custom Tattoo
Original custom design created by our artists. Includes consultation, sketch revisions, and application.
$200
starting at
Small Tattoo
Small designs under 3 inches. Flash designs available or bring your own reference image.
$100
starting at
Cover-Up
Redesign and cover existing tattoos with new artwork. Consultation required to assess options.
$300
starting at
Piercing
Professional body piercing with surgical-grade jewelry. Includes aftercare kit and instructions.
$50
starting at
Touch-Up
Refresh faded lines, add color, or fix previous work. Free touch-ups on our original work within 6 months.
$100
starting at
Reviews
4.6
10 reviews
10 reviews
Kevin S.
Good tattoo work at a fair price. They were upfront about costs, no hidden fees, and the work speaks for itself. Reliable tattoo service in the area. (Austin)
Response from Great Wave Tattoo
Thank you for the great review! We appreciate your business.
Amanda H.
From the initial call to job completion, everything was smooth. The tattoo team was friendly, knowledgeable, and left everything clean. Excellent tattoo near you. (Austin)
Response from Great Wave Tattoo
Thank you so much for the kind words! We take pride in our work and it means a lot when customers notice.
Rachel S.
Fair pricing and outstanding quality. We've used them multiple times and they're always consistent.
7 people found this helpful
Response from Great Wave Tattoo
Glad we could help with your tattoo shop project! We take pride in serving the Austin community. Thank you for the recommendation.
Daniel B.
Hard to find an honest tattoo company these days but these folks are the real deal. Fair prices, quality work, and no upselling. Trusted tattoo service. (Austin)
Response from Great Wave Tattoo
Thank you so much for the kind words! We take pride in our work and it means a lot when customers notice.
Stephanie L.
Got several quotes for tattoo and theirs was the most competitive. Work quality matched the higher-priced competitors. Solid tattoo service near me. (Austin)
Response from Great Wave Tattoo
Thank you for the great review! We appreciate your business.
Brian G.
Used Great Wave Tattoo and was very satisfied with the tattoo shop work. Second time using them and they were just as good as the first. Consistent quality and honest communication throughout.
2 people found this helpful
Response from Great Wave Tattoo
Glad we could help with your tattoo shop project! We take pride in serving the Austin community. Thank you for the recommendation.
Jason T.
Third time using them and they are consistently great. tattoo work was done efficiently and professionally. My go-to for tattoo needs in the area. (Austin)
Ryan W.
Had a difficult tattoo issue that other companies could not handle. This team diagnosed it quickly and fixed it properly. Expert tattoo service nearby. (Austin)
Response from Great Wave Tattoo
We are so grateful for your trust in us. Reviews like this motivate our entire team to keep raising the bar.
Kevin S.
Good tattoo work at a fair price. They were upfront about costs, no hidden fees, and the work speaks for itself. Reliable tattoo service in the area. (Austin)
Response from Great Wave Tattoo
Thank you for the great review! We appreciate your business.
Laura D.
After trying two other companies, finally found a tattoo service that gets it right. Quality work, honest pricing, and they stand behind their work. Best tattoo near me. (Austin)
Response from Great Wave Tattoo
Thank you so much for the kind words! We take pride in our work and it means a lot when customers notice.
Location
Austin, TX 78701
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated April 2026
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