Cory Semonsen1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Cory has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleWe had a great experience with Karla!
The Piercings Club
How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%94+51.3Reliability 24%92+22.3Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%76+5.4Experts Score= 93Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.93SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#24 of 49 piercing studiosPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 52%
4.9 ★★★★★ 295 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.96★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.1%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
85%reviews answered by the owner
Oct 2026latest review
The Piercings Club at a glance
Customers frequently praise the shop for its friendly, professional staff who provide patient care for children and adults, ensuring a quick and comfortable experience. Services include ear stacks, nose, septum, and navel piercings, with reviewers noting the clean environment and helpful communication regarding design options. However, a small number of low-star reviews cite issues with post-procedure complications, misaligned jewelry, and unresponsive communication regarding appointments.
- Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 295 reviews (97% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 295 Google reviews (282 with written comments, 26 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 85% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 25, 2026.
- Service: Piercing Studio serving San Diego, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other piercing studios
Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: replies to reviews.
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Piercings Club: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
94
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Piercings Club: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
92
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Piercings Club: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Piercings Club: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.The Piercings Club: 76/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.B
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Star ratings
295 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars28797%
- 4 stars41%
- 3 stars00%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star41%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 282 written reviews
- Praise39398%
- Complaints72%
PriceGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.
Price verdicts customers left with their Google review
- Great price9549%
- Reasonable9147%
- Overpriced21%
- Not sure63%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Staff & attitude14637%
- Would recommend7619%
- Quality & results7419%
- Speed & response6115%
- Communication359%
- Price & value72%
- Honesty & trust10%
What customers talk about
We read 282 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Everyone at this shop was so friendly and personable.”
“Would definitely recommend The Piercing Club if your child wants to get their ears pierced!”
“I highly recommend using piercing by Maggie located in Vista instead!”
“…and Auntie will be happy to be the first again to show her it is a great experience.…”
“She put any worries I had to rest, and the piercing itself was very quick and painless.”
“She listened to my goals and built a piercing plan based on what I wanted.”
“The lack of communication and judgmental manner I received when expressing my concerns are not things I ever want anyone else to experience.”
“Super comfortable setting, great price, and Bianca was amazing!”
“She was very honest as well, I thought one of my ear piercing holes had closed and was going to get it repierced but she told me I actually don't need…”
People customers mention
- Natalie 53 reviews
- Bianca 14 reviews
- Ana 6 reviews
- Alo 6 reviews
- Jolla 3 reviews
- Ink 3 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired The Piercings Club for 2 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Recent reviews
Christine3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 12 hours ago★★★★★
Everyone at this shop was so friendly and personable. While I was waiting for my appointment, the woman at the front desk was telling me about her own septum piercing experiences and really put me at ease before I even met with my piercer. I wish I caught her name so I could give her a shoutout in this review! I…
Reasonable priceNose piercing
Jaquelin9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a day ago★★★★
Natalie was very gentle and patient with my 6 year old ! She also helped me with 2nd ear lobe
Not sureEar piercing
Jenney1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 days ago★★★★★
Natalie was great! I got an ear stack curation and 4 ear piercings. She listened to my goals and built a piercing plan based on what I wanted. Can’t wait to go back and finish the last three piercings when these heal.
Great priceEar piercing
Jordan2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 days ago★★★★★
Natalie was great! She was very professional. She made our experience extremely comfortable. And I’m at satisfied with my piercing. Would complexly recommend
Ear piercing
Bailie1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 5 days ago★★★★★
Had the best experience with Karla. She pierced my one year old and three year olds ears the same day. She was extremely professional and quick! Would highly recommend for baby ear piercings
Ear piercing
Thea1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 days ago★★★★★
I was scared at first but the employees reassured me it was super fun and my nose peircing looks so cute
Great priceNose piercing
Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Ear piercing | 157 | $62–$132 |
| Nose piercing | 53 | $52–$88 |
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4.9 ★★★★★ 295 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
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Team members customers mention
Christine Song3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Christine has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleEveryone at this shop was so friendly and personable. While I was waiting for my appointment, the woman at the front desk was telling me about her own septum piercing experiences and really put me at ease before I even met with my piercer. I wish I caught her name so I could give her a shoutout in this review! I went to Natalie to get my septum piercing done, and she was fantastic. She put any worries I had to rest, and the piercing itself was very quick and painless. Natalie was very clean, friendly, and professional throughout the whole process, and I couldn’t be happier with the end product :) will definitely be coming back here for all my future piercings!
- Price assessment: Reasonable price
- Services: Nose piercing
Jaquelin Ballinas9 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jaquelin has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleNatalie was very gentle and patient with my 6 year old ! She also helped me with 2nd ear lobe
- Price assessment: Not sure
- Services: Ear piercing
Jenney Diuguid1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jenney has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleNatalie was great! I got an ear stack curation and 4 ear piercings. She listened to my goals and built a piercing plan based on what I wanted. Can’t wait to go back and finish the last three piercings when these heal.
- Price assessment: Great price
- Services: Ear piercing
Jordan Fosque2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jordan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleNatalie was great! She was very professional. She made our experience extremely comfortable. And I’m at satisfied with my piercing. Would complexly recommend
- Services: Ear piercing
Savannah Conti1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Savannah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleAwesome experience! Very sweet and fast.
Bailie Mendez1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Bailie has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleHad the best experience with Karla. She pierced my one year old and three year olds ears the same day. She was extremely professional and quick! Would highly recommend for baby ear piercings
- Services: Ear piercing
Thea1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Thea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI was scared at first but the employees reassured me it was super fun and my nose peircing looks so cute
- Price assessment: Great price
- Services: Nose piercing
Deepa Menon5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Deepa has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleNatalie was great! She was very friendly, accommodating.and patient! Would highly recommend her.
- Price assessment: Reasonable price
- Services: Ear piercing
Gowri Rajagopalan4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gowri has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleIt is a pleasure to work with Natalie. She was very calm and provided recommendations based on our unique situation. She was super accommodative and patient with our large group. We will definitely be back!
- Price assessment: Great price
- Services: Ear piercing
Business details
- Address: 2305 Morena Blvd B, San Diego, CA 92110
- Phone: (619) 359-4107
- Website: thepiercingsclub.com
- Service area: San Diego, CA