Adams County to Clinton St in About 30 Minutes
Tattoo Shop Near Decatur, Indiana.
N Clinton St
About 30 minutes
About 23 miles
US-27 north
The Drive North
US-27 north to a tattoo shop near Decatur
Grade A does not have a studio in Decatur. What we have is a flagship tattoo shop near Decatur that is easy to reach: drive US-27 north out of Adams County, roughly 23 miles, and you will be in Fort Wayne in about 30 minutes.
Continue through the city to the north side, where our studio sits at 3615 N Clinton St near E State Blvd. Parking out front is free. The Clinton St location page has a map you can pull up on your phone before you leave.
Since 1999
Twelve straight years as Fort Wayne’s best tattoo shop
Grade A started on Clinton St in 1999. Readers of the Fort Wayne Newspapers have voted it Best Tattoo Shop in Fort Wayne in their Reader’s Choice Awards every single year from 2014 through 2025. See the full list on our awards page.
That run comes from people who sat in our chairs, healed well, and came back for more. Today the Fort Wayne team includes 20+ tattoo artists across Clinton St and Glenbrook Square, with artists like Jose Jimenez and Jeremy Nielsen at the flagship. Few people looking for a tattoo shop near Decatur expect that kind of track record a half hour away.
Step by Step
How a visit works when you come up from Decatur
Decatur tattoos at Grade A follow the same simple path, whether it is a small script piece or a large custom design:
- Reach out through our booking page or call (260) 485-8258 to set up a free consultation.
- Meet your artist, share your reference images, and talk about size and placement.
- Get a price. It is based on size, detail, placement and time, never a number pulled from a website.
- Pay a non-refundable deposit if your appointment requires one. It is applied to the final cost.
- Come back rested, fed and hydrated, with no alcohol in the 24 hours before.
- Head home to Decatur with aftercare instructions and a new tattoo.
Styles
Tattoo styles available to Decatur clients
Whatever you have in mind, a good tattoo shop near Decatur should have someone whose portfolio fits it. The team works in realism, portraits, black and grey, traditional, neo-traditional, blackwork, fine line, color, anime and script. Browse the tattoo gallery before your consult and save a few pieces you like so your artist can see your taste.
We do not copy another artist’s custom tattoo, but bringing examples you admire is the fastest way to explain what you want. Your artist redraws the idea into something that is yours alone.
Ages & ID
ID rules for Decatur tattoos and piercings
Every tattoo client needs to be 18 and show a valid government photo ID. That is Indiana law, and we follow it without exceptions, so double-check that your ID is in your wallet before the drive.
Piercing has slightly different rules. Teens who are 16 or 17 can be pierced with a parent or legal guardian present who has matching ID, though some placements carry extra restrictions. A Decatur piercing takes about 30 minutes, and starter jewelry is included. Our piercing page lists placements and jewelry options.
Beyond Tattoos
More reasons to pick our tattoo shop near Decatur
Clinton St is the only Grade A studio that does every service, which saves a second trip. Alongside tattoos and piercing you will find laser tattoo removal, fine piercing jewelry, tattoo supplies and gift cards. If you have an older tattoo you want fixed, our artists also handle cover-ups and reworks.
Clean habits are part of the package too: single-use needles and supplies, hospital-grade autoclave sterilization, and studios that exceed health department requirements.
Adams County & Beyond
Tattoos near Decatur, Indiana and surrounding towns
Besides Decatur, Adams County clients come to us from across the county, and we also see people from Woodburn and New Haven on the east side of Allen County. Huntington is another town that makes a similar 30-minute-plus drive. However you get here, the first conversation at our tattoo shop near Decatur is free.
Why Grade A
Why choose Grade A Tattoos?
The tattoo shop Fort Wayne has voted the best for twelve straight years.
Voted Best Tattoo Shop
Fort Wayne Reader’s Choice winner every year since 2014. Twelve years running, and still raising the bar.
Tattooing since 1999
More than 25 years of tattoos and piercings in Indiana, now with three studios serving Fort Wayne and beyond.
Hospital-grade safety
Single-use needles and supplies, autoclave sterilization and implant-grade jewelry at every station.
Every style covered
Realism, black & grey, traditional, blackwork, fine line, color, lettering and cover-ups by artists with their own portfolios.
Walk-ins 7 days a week
Open every day including Sunday afternoons. Piercings take about 30 minutes, no appointment needed.
Free consultations
Talk through your idea, placement and price with an artist before you commit. No pressure.
Visit us
From Decatur studios.
Grade A doesn’t have a shop in Decatur; our nearest studio is about 30 minutes away with free parking.
Grade A Tattoos — Clinton St
3615 N Clinton St, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Located on N Clinton St, north of downtown Fort Wayne near the intersection with E State Blvd.
Mon–Thu 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri–Sat 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sun 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Grade A Tattoos — Glenbrook Square
4201 Coldwater Rd, Suite B-03, Fort Wayne, IN 46805
Inside Glenbrook Square Mall, near the intersection of Coldwater Rd and Coliseum Blvd on Fort Wayne's north side.
Mon–Thu 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Fri–Sat 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sun 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
The team
Meet the artists.
Every artist has their own style and portfolio. Pick the one whose work you love, or walk in and we’ll match you.
Recent work
From our gallery.
Real tattoos by the Grade A team.
Areas we serve
Serving Adams County.
Clients drive in from all over northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio, including:
Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Is Grade A Tattoos located in Decatur, Indiana?
No. Our nearest studio is on N Clinton St in Fort Wayne, about 23 miles north of Decatur.
How do I drive to Grade A from Decatur?
Take US-27 north into Fort Wayne and continue to 3615 N Clinton St on the north side. It takes about 30 minutes.
Why do Decatur residents go to Grade A?
Grade A was voted Best Tattoo Shop in Fort Wayne every year from 2014 through 2025 and has been tattooing since 1999.
How do I set up a consultation from Decatur?
Use the booking page on our website or call (260) 485-8258. Consultations are free.
What does a tattoo cost near Decatur, IN?
Your price reflects the size, detail, placement and time involved. Your artist gives you a quote at the free consultation.
Is a deposit required for Decatur clients?
Some appointments require a non-refundable deposit, which is put toward the final price.
Do I need ID to get tattooed at Grade A?
Yes. Bring a valid government photo ID showing you are at least 18, as Indiana law requires.
Can a parent bring a 16-year-old from Decatur for a piercing?
Yes. A parent or legal guardian with matching ID must be present, and some placements have extra restrictions.
How long will a Decatur piercing appointment last?
About 30 minutes, with starter jewelry included in the price.
Can I walk in without an appointment?
Yes, walk-ins are welcome seven days a week, depending on artist availability.
What are the Clinton St hours?
Clinton St opens at 10 AM Monday through Saturday, closing at 8 PM Monday to Thursday and 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. Sunday hours are noon to 6 PM.
Is there parking at the studio?
Yes, free parking is available right in front of the Clinton St studio.
Can Decatur clients get laser tattoo removal?
Yes, at our Clinton St studio. It is the only Grade A location with laser, and the consultation is free.
How should I prepare before driving up from Decatur?
Get good sleep, eat a meal, stay hydrated, avoid alcohol for 24 hours, and bring your ID and reference images.
Can I bring my own idea for a tattoo?
Yes. Your artist will redraw your idea into an original design that fits your placement.
Does Grade A do cover-ups for clients near Decatur?
Yes. Our artists take on cover-ups and reworks of older tattoos.
Which artists work at the Clinton St studio?
The Clinton St team includes artists like Jose Jimenez, Jeremy Nielsen and Dustin Meier. The full current roster is on our artists page.
Is Grade A a clean and safe tattoo shop?
Yes. Every needle and supply is single-use, tools are cleaned in a hospital-grade autoclave, and the studios go beyond health department requirements.
Do you sell piercing jewelry and gift cards?
Yes. We carry fine piercing jewelry and offer gift cards, along with tattoo supplies.
Which communities near Decatur does Grade A serve?
We serve Decatur and all of Adams County, plus Woodburn, New Haven and Huntington.
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Ready when you are.
Walk in today or book a free consultation. Call Clinton St at (260) 485-8258.