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Tattoo shop

Big Iron Tattoo & Piercing

★★★★★4.8Google rating (101 Google reviews)

Address 4253 Steubenville Pike, Pittsburgh, PA 15205, USA

Phone (412) 458-3766

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Reviews from Google

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chloe s

May 9, 2026

★★★★★

they were very helpful when i came in to ask for opinions/ assistance with an existing piercing issue (the irritated piercing was from a different shop… i should have gone to big iron haha)! panther helped me get better jewelry for a super fair price and everyone there is chill

Kelly Guerra

Apr 6, 2026

★★★★★

My first tattoo experience at Big Iron was so incredible that I travelled from CT to return here for my second. The entire staff is welcoming and accommodating. From the second you walk through the door, it’s evident that everyone is eager to bring your vision to life. Sam is not only an outstanding artist, but an awesome personality. He spent significant time with placements and adjustments to ensure that I was comfortable with the final design and was so easy to talk to. If you’re considering a tattoo or piercing, look no further than Sam and Big Iron!

Gwendolyn Fitzgerald

Mar 31, 2026

★★★★★

Gianna was super cool and made sure placement was how I liked!! Overall great experience!

Andrew

Jan 5, 2026

★★★★★

Big Iron is an outstanding shop that delivers an absolutely top-tier experience. I’ve worked with Alec, Chris, Gianna, and the owner himself, and every interaction has been exceptional. Alec is the talented newcomer with huge potential and an impressive portfolio backed by natural gift. Chris is a master of the craft—vastly experienced, highly skilled, and capable of handling virtually anything in the shop. Gianna completely amazed me with her piercing expertise; it was so smooth and painless that I barely registered it happening (I suspect I was momentarily mesmerized by her perfect eyebrows and slipped into a brief, envious trance). The owner sets an inspiring example that the whole team clearly follows, and he’s genuinely fascinating to talk to. He’s also a huge fan of the 1987 cult classic RoboCop—which I now make a point of rewatching every time before my visit for good luck. I wholeheartedly recommend Big Iron Tattoo to anyone, whether local, in-state, or traveling from farther away, looking for a premium tattoo or piercing experience.

Sky W

Oct 25, 2023

★★★★★

I have gotten two tattoos from this shop, both Jon and Alec are very patient. Jon for doing my first tattoo (3 hours!) and Alec for tattooing me after a major piercing. Daisy has done 4 piercings for me now and each and everyone of them have healed nicely and there were no issues! Very professional all around and very understanding and kind. 10/10 recommend