I made an appointment for Saturday at 4 turned up early to fill out my form. The artists remain focused on their clients throughout. The business has a calm vibe. Bruno did my tattoo. He saw my draw... See more
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The studio was welcome, bright, and clean. The person at the desk was ready to help. Thor was an absolute star. They spoke slowly and clearly and made sure each part of the process was understood. The... See more
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Thor was so helpful and kind. Even though it was not my first piercing they took me through each thing they were doing and took their time making sure we could get the maximum amount of symmetry... See more
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I was unsure on getting a tattoo but eventually decided to go through with it. Went into smiley dogg and they were very welcoming, very quiet private place. Met with Chase and we discussed loads of... See more
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- #1 of 1 best companies in Tattoo and Piercing Shop
- #3 of 3 best companies in Beauty Salon
- #16 of 21 best companies in Jewelry Store
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Smiley Dogg Tattoo – Art, Precision & Culture in the Heart of Cork At Smiley Dogg Tattoo, we turn ideas into timeless pieces of art. Our studios in Cork offer high-end tattoos, professional piercings, fine jewellery, microblading, and tooth gems, all under one creative roof. Every artist in our team is hand-selected for their technical excellence and unique style, ensuring each client receives a truly personalized experience , whether it’s a delicate fine line piece, bold black & grey realism, or a custom design created just for you. We believe in quality, honesty, and detail. From the first consultation to the final aftercare, we make sure every step feels premium, safe, and inspiring. Smiley Dogg Tattoo is more than a studio, it’s a gallery of self-expression and craftsmanship. Visit us at our North Main Street or Oliver Plunkett Street locations, and discover why Smiley Dogg has become one of the most trusted tattoo and piercing brands in Ireland.
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83 North Main Street, City Center, T12 X5C2, Cork, Ireland
- +353 214949822
- info@smileydogg.com
- smileydogg.com
4.7
Excellent
35 reviews
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Quick Delivery - Online order
Ordered some piercing aftercare from their online shop and it arrived within two days. Very quick service so was very impressed!
12 August 2026
Easy to deal with on line and delivered…
Easy to deal with on line and delivered in a few days 👌
4 August 2026
My saline spray arrived really fast!
24 July 2026
Heraldic tattoo
I made an appointment for Saturday at 4 turned up early to fill out my form. The artists remain focused on their clients throughout. The business has a calm vibe. Bruno did my tattoo. He saw my drawing and suggested an Improvement which was better aesthetically and longer lasting. My trust in Bruno was not misspent. Aftercare instructions were clear and simple.
18 July 2026
The staff were nice and told me…
The staff were nice and told me everything i needed to know and nose percing i got did not hurt at all but if it did u can tell he staff and they would give u a breather . Patricia..
Also sticker stay on the window on our caravan thanks very much Big Man
3 July 2026
Unprompted review
Amazing experience
Had a piercing here, the piercing artists are extremely professional and skilled. Workplace was immaculately clean and hygienic. The process was explained thoroughly to me and all staff were warm and friendly. Will definitely come here again!
24 May 2026
Unprompted review
Piercing perfection
Friendly,relaxed staff but highly professional
Can’t compliment enough , will spread the word. This my third attempt at a nostril piercing and think I have success at last thanks to this establishment and extremely competent staff.
7 March 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you felt comfortable and well looked after by our team. It means a lot to know that your nostril piercing experience was finally a successful one with us. We truly appreciate your kind words about our staff and professionalism, and we’re so grateful for your recommendation and support. We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Another one
Got another tattoo done by Miguel and he’s a super friendly person and his art is unreal, im always happy to be in smiley dog the atmosphere is always welcoming and the staff are always kind .
29 April 2026
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for the amazing review! We’re delighted to hear you had another great experience with Miguel — we’ll be sure to pass on your kind words to him. It means a lot to know you enjoy the atmosphere here at Smiley Dog and feel welcomed by the team every time you visit. We really appreciate your continued support and look forward to seeing you again for the next one!
My 1st tattoo
I was recommended to Smiley Dogg by a friend. This was my 1st tattoo. Michael who did my tattoo was so professional and helped me create my design. The day of the tattoo he was so nice and calming. No pain what so ever. Just lovely people to deal with would highly recommend Smiley Dogg. Can't wait to get me next tattoo
2 April 2026
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for your amazing review! 😊
We’re absolutely delighted you chose Smiley Dogg for your first tattoo — that’s a big moment, and it means a lot to us to be part of it. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words on to Michael; he’ll be thrilled to hear how comfortable and positive your experience was.
It’s great to hear you felt at ease throughout and loved the design process — that’s exactly what we aim for with every client.
We really appreciate the recommendation, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for your next tattoo!
I got a piercing done at this place and…
I got a piercing done at this place and the experience was incredible from start to finish. The staff was very professional and friendly, and they made me feel comfortable the whole time. They explained the procedure in detail, answered all my questions, and maintained a very clean and hygienic environment, which gave me a lot of confidence.
The piercing turned out perfect—exactly how I wanted it. The process was quick and much less painful than I expected. They also provided clear aftercare instructions, which I really appreciated.
I would definitely come back and highly recommend this place to anyone thinking about getting a piercing. Thank you for the excellent service! 🙌✨
3 March 2026
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for your wonderful review!
We’re really happy to hear that you had such a great experience with us from start to finish. Our team always aims to create a professional, friendly, and hygienic environment where every client feels comfortable and well informed, so it means a lot to know that this came across during your visit.
We’re also glad that you’re happy with your piercing and that the process was easier and less painful than expected. Providing clear aftercare guidance is very important to us, so we appreciate you mentioning it.
Thank you again for your kind words and recommendation. We look forward to seeing you again in the future! ✨
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you Ava, for the 5 star review! It was such a pleasure to have you at Smiley Dogg , Cork . We look forward to seeing you again soon!
Blanche did my Tragus piercing
Blanche did my Tragus piercing. She was amazing. Very helpful and I was extremely comfortable getting it done. Will be going to her for future piercings!
4 February 2026
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re delighted to hear you had such a great experience with Blanche — she really is amazing at making everyone feel comfortable and well looked after. ✨
We’ll be sure to pass this on to her! We will look forward to seeing you again soon.
The piercer Blan is absolutely lovely…
The piercer Blan is absolutely lovely and a great piercer who takes their time with you and answers any questions you may have. She makes you feel absolutely comfortable I will definitely be back.
3 February 2026
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re delighted to hear you had such a positive experience with Blan — she truly is brilliant at taking her time, answering every question, and making everyone feel completely at ease. ✨
We really appreciate the support and can’t wait to welcome you back!
My experience at smiliey dog
The staff are very friendly and professional I was informed about how to care for my ear piercing i highly recommend smiliey dog to people thank you
31 January 2026
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for your lovely review! We’re really happy to hear you had a great experience with our team and felt well informed about aftercare for your ear piercing. ✨
We truly appreciate the recommendation — it means a lot!
god of thunder? yup!
Thor lives up to his name; he's a freaking god!! Went to get my septum re-pierced since it had closed after needing to take it out for a passport renewal.
He handled it pretty quickly and super professionally, plus, he helped me get it in such a way that I can now flip it inward so I don't have to go through the hassle of taking it out next time.
Extremely happy with his work. Oh and the best part is that all of this was free!
29 January 2026
Unprompted review
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for this amazing review! ⚡️ Thor really does live up to the name —
We’re so happy you left buzzing with the result , we always include a follow up check up for free. Hope to see you back soon :)
Best Studio in Cork
Absolutely brilliant experience from start to finish. The staff were friendly and professional, and the artist really took the time to make sure the design was perfect. Couldn’t be happier with the final result and I’d highly recommend this studio to anyone thinking about getting a tattoo.
16 January 2026
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for the 5-star review and your kind words! We are delighted to hear you had such a great experience and felt well supported throughout the process. We hope to see you again soon!
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for the 5 star review! We are delighted to hear you had a pleasant experience. We truly appreciate it and hope to see you again soon!
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you for your review! We’re so glad you found the experience so pleasant and efficient. We look forward to seeing you again!
10/10 highly recommend
I was unsure on getting a tattoo but eventually decided to go through with it.
Went into smiley dogg and they were very welcoming, very quiet private place.
Met with Chase and we discussed loads of ideas and made sure it was what I wanted, he didn’t rush at all and was very open to what I wanted!
Amazing experience
18 December 2025
Unprompted review
Reply from SMILEY DØGG
Thank you so much for the positive feedback! We’re thrilled to hear you had such an amazing experience with Chase! He really does dedicate time and puts all his skill and effort into every single design he creates. We appreciate you trusting us, and we can’t wait to hopefully have you back in the studio in the future!
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