LIONFISH COLLECTIVE - TATTOO & BARBER SHOP

It’s hard to articulate the distance that exists between the honest joy and the malignant frustration that my most recent trip to Lionfish created. Talented artistry and (mostly) friendly and professional service are supposed to be hallmarks of a reputable and week-run operation, and for the most part that’s true. Until they aren’t. A cheap and entirely unnecessary scam at payment is the kind of toxic misbehaviour that leaves a bitter taste that no amount of meditative cleansing can remove. When your price is $250 an hour (top-end rate, but OK) this should be a clear and predictable cost. In for a tattoo at 4.05pm, out at 4.55pm (including introductions, making a transfer, and setting up). So, $250, right?? Nope…..’That’ll be $400’. Plus a 10% card fee. When asked why the higher charge, a vague reply about special ink was offered. Nope - plain black, plain blue. Then, an alternative reason - complex design. Nope, 11 Hebrew characters and a few small stars. I wish I had stood my ground, really I do, because this was just a con. When I look at this piece on my arm, I try not to feel angry, but it’s hard, and that’s the worst bit - your greedy stupidity has ruined something really meaningful. I won’t be back, which is sad, because you’re local and I get work done all the time. Oh, and for the record, it’s illegal to charge more than the actual cost of bank charges as a credit card fee, capped at 4% unless a business applies for an exemption. Just saying. But I guess it kind of makes sense in the circumstance.

Great little barbers shop with great atmosphere and a tattoo service if that's what you want. Kind of edgy and fun, but they really know how to cut hair.

Super cool staff and Tati did a great job on helping me design a piece and her tattoo skills are excellent

Unbelievable atmosphere, great vibe, even better tattoo artists!Ive had all my tattoos (11) of them done at Lionfish collective by Nat. She always puts the customers first and works with them closely to get the desired outcome! Nothing but love for this place!

Been going here for my haircuts for years now. Stuart is a super friendly and reliable guy, always delivers and brings new ideas each visit. I never walk out disappointed, and will continue to come see him for as long as I have hair. ;)

I had a wonderful experience and this was the most beautiful tattoo I've ever done! Thank you Lionfish and artist Glaucio Muller. Hope to come back soon :)

Will is easily the best barber on the beaches. Each haircut is tailored to the customer no matter what the style. Guaranteed nothing but the freshest cut once you walk out the door!

Highly recommend this shop! I’m super happy with the tattoo I got, the artist did an amazing job. The staff are super friendly and easy going and the studio is really clean and has such a nice, unique vibe to it. Definitely the best experience I’ve had in a tattoo shop! Can’t wait to come back for more :)

Best barber I’ve had in my life, Will does an excellent job with his superb skills with cutting my hair and is always a 10/10 job. Love the conversations we have and will always be coming back!