Noble County’s Drive to Glenbrook Square
Tattoo Shop Near Kendallville, Indiana.
Glenbrook Square
About 40 minutes
About 28 miles
SR-3 south (Lima Rd)
Getting Here
Lima Road takes you to the closest Grade A tattoo shop near Kendallville
Grade A does not have a Kendallville location, but our Glenbrook Square studio is the closest tattoo shop near Kendallville that carries the Grade A name. It is roughly 28 miles away, and the drive takes about 40 minutes.
Head south on SR-3, which turns into Lima Rd as you get into Fort Wayne. Glenbrook Square is on the north side near Coldwater Rd and Coliseum Blvd. We are inside the mall at 4201 Coldwater Rd, Suite B-03, and mall parking is free. The Glenbrook location page has a map and the studio phone, (260) 471-3100.
Make a Day of It
A Kendallville tattoo shop trip that doubles as a shopping run
Being inside a mall changes how a visit feels. Friends can browse the stores while you sit for a smaller piece, and you can do your own shopping before or after a longer session. For a 40-minute drive, combining errands makes the trip easy to justify. That is a big part of why Glenbrook works so well as a tattoo shop near Kendallville: the drive turns into a day out instead of a single errand.
It also helps on walk-in days. If an artist is busy when you arrive, you can spend the wait walking the mall instead of sitting in a car. Walk-ins are welcome seven days a week whenever an artist is open, and a call ahead tells you how busy we are.
Tattoo Work
Custom work at a tattoo shop near Kendallville
Piercing gets plenty of attention below, but most people searching for a tattoo shop near Kendallville want new ink. Our Fort Wayne team includes 20+ tattoo artists working in realism, black and grey, traditional, neo-traditional, blackwork, fine line, color, anime and script. Bring reference images, and your artist will turn them into an original design for your placement.
Pricing is set at a free consultation based on size, detail, placement and time, and some appointments need a non-refundable deposit that goes toward the final cost. With a 40-minute drive each way, booking larger pieces ahead is the smart move.
Piercing
Kendallville piercing at Glenbrook: what to know
A lot of our Noble County visitors come for piercings. Glenbrook has dedicated piercers, including Bella Mertz, and most piercings take about 30 minutes from start to finish. Starter jewelry is included, and you can upgrade to premium pieces for an extra cost. Placements and jewelry choices are laid out on our piercing services page.
Healing time is worth knowing before you drive down, since some placements take months. These are the timelines from our menu:
- Earlobes: 6 to 8 weeks.
- Helix and tragus: 3 to 6 months.
- Conch and daith: 6 to 9 months.
- Industrial: 6 to 12 months.
- Septum: 2 to 3 months. Nostril: 3 to 6 months.
Jewelry & Care
Jewelry and aftercare for Kendallville clients
We pierce with implant-grade titanium (ASTM F136), 14k and 18k solid gold, or high-quality surgical steel, all nickel-free. Outside jewelry is not used for a new piercing.
Clean with sterile saline two to three times a day, and follow the steps in our piercing aftercare guide. If something feels off during healing, jewelry checks and troubleshooting are complimentary, which is handy since you will be passing near Glenbrook on any trip into Fort Wayne.
Which Studio
Glenbrook or Clinton St from Noble County?
For tattoos and piercings, Glenbrook is the natural pick from Kendallville. Laser tattoo removal is the exception. It is only offered at our Clinton St studio, which has free parking out front and every service we offer. Both studios keep the same hours: 10 AM to 8 PM Monday through Thursday, 10 AM to 10 PM Friday and Saturday, and noon to 6 PM Sunday.
Either way, you get the shop voted Best Tattoo Shop in Fort Wayne every year from 2014 through 2025, open since 1999, with single-use needles and hospital-grade sterilization.
Nearby
Tattoos near Kendallville, Indiana and the Noble County area
As a tattoo shop near Kendallville, Glenbrook also serves other Noble County towns and neighbors to the north like Auburn and Angola. Clients coming down SR-3 also pass Huntertown on the way into Fort Wayne. To lock in a time for bigger tattoo work, use our booking page and request a free consultation.
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 Kendallville studios.
Grade A doesn’t have a shop in Kendallville; our nearest studio is about 40 minutes away with free parking.
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
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
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 Noble County.
Clients drive in from all over northeast Indiana and northwest Ohio, including:
Questions
Frequently asked questions.
Is there a Grade A studio in Kendallville?
No. The closest Grade A studio to Kendallville is at Glenbrook Square in Fort Wayne, about 28 miles away.
How far is Glenbrook Square from Kendallville?
Roughly 28 miles, or about 40 minutes by car down SR-3 (Lima Rd).
Where exactly is the Glenbrook studio?
Inside Glenbrook Square mall at 4201 Coldwater Rd, Suite B-03, Fort Wayne, IN 46805, on the north side near Coldwater Rd and Coliseum Blvd.
Is parking free at Glenbrook Square?
Yes, mall parking is free.
Can I walk in for a tattoo from Kendallville?
Yes, walk-ins are welcome seven days a week when an artist is available. Call (260) 471-3100 before you leave to check the wait.
Does Glenbrook do piercings for Kendallville clients?
Yes. Glenbrook offers ear, nose, oral, navel and surface piercing, and each piercing takes about 30 minutes.
Is jewelry included in the piercing price?
Starter jewelry is included. Premium upgrades, like solid gold, cost extra.
How long does a helix piercing take to heal for Kendallville clients?
Helix and tragus piercings usually take 3 to 6 months to heal.
Can a 17-year-old from Kendallville get a piercing?
Yes, provided a parent or legal guardian is with them and has matching ID. A few placements come with added restrictions.
How old do I need to be for a tattoo near Kendallville, IN?
You must be 18 with a valid government photo ID under Indiana law.
Can I get laser tattoo removal at Glenbrook?
No. Glenbrook does not have a laser, so removal happens at our Clinton St studio.
How much does a tattoo cost at Grade A?
The total is based on size, detail, placement and time. You get a quote from your artist during a free consultation.
Do Kendallville clients need a deposit?
Some appointments need a non-refundable deposit, and it is applied to your final cost.
What are Glenbrook’s hours?
Glenbrook runs 10 AM to 8 PM Monday to Thursday, 10 AM to 10 PM Friday and Saturday, and noon to 6 PM on Sunday.
How should I clean a new piercing once I am back in Kendallville?
Use sterile saline two to three times a day and follow our aftercare guide.
What if my piercing has a problem after I get back to Kendallville?
Jewelry checks and troubleshooting are complimentary, so stop in next time you are in Fort Wayne or call the studio.
Can I use my own jewelry for a new piercing?
No, new piercings are done only with our own sterilized, implant-grade or solid gold jewelry.
Are Grade A’s tattoo needles single-use?
Yes. Needles and supplies are single-use, and our studios exceed health department requirements.
Who are some of the artists at Glenbrook?
Glenbrook’s team includes tattoo artists like Corey Stripe and Miguel Rojas, plus piercers Bella Mertz and Marc. See everyone on our artists page.
Which towns near Kendallville does Grade A serve?
We serve Kendallville and the rest of Noble County, along with Auburn, Angola and Huntertown.
Keep exploring
Related pages.
Ready when you are.
Walk in today or book a free consultation. Call Glenbrook Square at (260) 471-3100.