Top Rated: 11 Best Tattoo Shops in California

11 top rated places where you can get tattoos that you always wanted. We listed out top rated tattoo shops near you but this time in New York.

Disclaimer—
Our rating criteria:

1. We check and compare online presence i.e. Google My Business, Facebook Reviews
2. We compare business for tools/equipment used, hygiene, availability & staff behaviour.
3. We compare if online booking or consultation is available by the business.

So let’s get started.

1.SD Tattoo & Body Piercing

SD Tattoo and Body Piercing has been voted best tattoo shop in San Diego three years in a row. Known locally as well as world-wide for providing stunning tattoos and high quality piercings. All of our tattoo artists are knowledgeable, experienced, and skilled, as well as courteous, helpful, and accommodating

Services:

• Tattoos
• Aftercare
• Piercings

Address: 

3780 Hancock Street St. E
San Diego, CA 92110

Phone: (619) 552-2490

Gmail: [email protected]

Reviews

I love this place! Cleanest shop I have ever been in, hands down. The staff was amazing; friendly, and my artist was willing to work with me to get exactly what I wanted.”

David Balaban- Google

2. Bay Ink Tattoo

Bay Ink Tattoo is a custom tattoo shop located in the heart of San Diego. Here, we pride ourselves on providing you with a clean, professional and friendly environment. We are here to work with your ideas and to help guide you in the right direction when making the best design choices for a tattoo.

Services:

• Tattoos
• Aftercare

Address:

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2305 Morena Blvd

San Diego, CA 92110

Phone: 619-359-4107

Reviews:

 I had Lee as my artist and he did a phenomenal job on my vine work!! The shading and detail was just amazing. It looked better than I could have hoped!
Lee was such a chill guy. You can even watch Netflix while you’re getting your tattoo done. Highly suggested
10/10 would get tattooed by him again

3.Chapter One Tattoo

We are a community of artists committed to treating every guest with respect, inventiveness, and exceptional customer service. Our newly remodeled 2500 square foot parlor is a space for talent, cleanliness, art, laughter and bad ass tattoos

Services:

• Tattos
• Aftercare

Address:  4857 Newport Ave. San Diego, CA 92107

Phone: 619-255-8400

Reviews

Chapter One has been an amazing experience for me. The artists I’ve worked with have been kind, friendly, and supportive. It can get a little pricy depending on what you want but it’s well worth it especially if you want it done right! So far I’ve gotten two tattoos and both Olivia and Colton do great work!

4.Flying Panther Tattoo

 ​Flying Panther Tattoo offers a wide variety of styles ranging from cover ups, American Classic Traditional, Traditional Japanese, Black and Gray, Chicano, Fineline, Dainty, Blackwork, Geometric – all styles covered.

Services:

• Piercings
• Tattoos

Address: 2323 Broadway, Ste. 101, San Diego, CA 92102

Phone: 619-238-5713

Reviews:

I was a couple blocks away and decided I wanted to get the cherub tattoo I’ve been wanting for years. I called and immediately got an appointment with Frank. I knew nothing of any artists here or their work but I got soooooo lucky!!! Frank added his own touch to the cherub I wanted  and made it way better than the original photo I showed him. Also he was SO fast and professional it only took around 30 mins so I didn’t feel a thing! I will be back . Come here you won’t regret it.

5.Industrial Tattoo

Wicked Tattoo offers a wide variety of tattoo styles, including floral linework, nature portrait, quotes, and scripts. With artist Al’s expertise, you can also get grey, blackout, and water colour tattoos.

Services:

• Piercing
• Tattoos
• Aftercare

Address:

2434 Dwight Way Berkeley, CA 94704

Phone:

(510) 644-0968

Reviews:

I’m a big baby and this was my first (legit) piercing, so I was pretty anxious leading up to getting my nostril done. Everyone that helped me, from the front desk, to the jewelry selection, to the actual piercing, was super friendly and helpful.

6.Mom’s Body Shop Tattoo & Piercing

Highline Tattoo NYC is a tattoo studio based in New York City specializing in the practice of fine line tattooing.

Services:

• Piercing
• Tattoos
• Aftercare

Address:

1408 Haight St San Francisco, CA 94117

Phone: (415) 864-6667

Reviews

Went to get my first tattoo here and it was great. Asher was my artist and he did a phenomenal job doing my tattoo while accommodating my winces and pain endurance. Would totally recommend and would come back if in the area cuz I’m from SoCal.

7.Full Circle Tattoos

We cater to all types of clients, from those wanting a fully customized body-suit, to the simplest of walk ins. Check out our artist’s page to see everybody’s work, and message us to inquire about the appointment process!

Services:

• Tattoos
• Piercing
• Aftercare

Address:  2312 30th St. San Diego, CA 92104

Phone:  619-226-6575

Reviews

Super happy with my septum piercing!
Mike was super friendly, great conversationalist, and cracked as many jokes as needed to help my nerves! Definitely going back!

8. The Honorable Society Tattoo Parlor and Lounge

We strive to turn the ordinary into the extraordinary through professional tattoo artists who help express individuality by conscious design and flawless execution.

Services:

• Piercings
• Tattoos

Address: 8424 Santa Monica Blvd # B, West Hollywood, CA 90069, United States

Phone: +1 323-654-2440

Reviews

Really clean and proffesional place! Worked with the Tattoo artist Bida for my first tattoo today. She was incredible. Will definitely be coming back to do business in the future.

9.Black Serum Tattoo

Highline Tattoo NYC is a tattoo studio based in New York City specializing in the practice of fine line tattooing.

Services:

• Piercings
• Tattoos

Address: 310 Valencia St, San Francisco, CA 94103, United States

Phone:+1 415-909-9437

Reviews

Very professional artists. The shop is open and bright, and very clean. Oro did my wrist tattoo. He was great! He took time to talk to me about the design I wanted, and was very particular about his work. Love my new tattoo!

10.Mr. Inkwells Classy Tattoos

Highline Tattoo NYC is a tattoo studio based in New York City specializing in the practice of fine line tattooing.

Services:

• Piercings
• Tattoos

Address: 10901 Los Alamitos Blvd, Los Alamitos, CA 90720, United States

Phone: +1 562-446-3656

Reviews :

10/10 i really liked this place. Just got my first tattoo here, Summer was really patient and thorough with me. The tattoo looks great, the shop was super clean, and everyone was friendly. Really happy with them and their service, and the use of vegan inks. Definitely will be coming back!!

11.Black Diamond Tattoo

We are located at 1809 Lincoln blvd Venice, CA 90291 on the corner of Lincoln blvd and Superba Ct.
There is street parking available on the neighboring streets without a permit required, or Lincoln blvd is 1 Hour parking as stated.

Services:

• Tattoos
• Aftercare

Address: 1809 Lincoln Blvd, Venice, CA 90291, United States

Phone:+1 310-399-1177

Reviews :

I got my first tattoo with Justin Jakus @ Black Diamond Tattoo 9 years ago. Since then I have returned several times. He’s working fast and very accurate! One time he was sick and his colleague Juan Golaz made my tattoo