Best Tattoo Shops In San Francisco

“Tattonica did an amazing job. First tattoo and couldn't be happier. The whole vibe in the shop is great. Would recommend to anyone!“

“Zoe did a fantastic job and is a phenomenal artist. She made all the adjustments to my tattoo that I asked for and got the job done quick. One couldn't ask for a better experience from a tattoo shop.“

“I had a great experience working with Sai. She was easy to work with and is super friendly and easy to talk to! Can't wait to come back!“

“Good service, everyone is friendly, the place is clean and tidy, for me it was a good experience...“

“James was so nice & fit us in last minute, my friend and I both got custom tattoos. The shading looks great and they’re both so cute!!Service: Fine line tattoos“

“I swore I would never get a tattoo if it was going to be a "copy and paste" design. I'm so glad I found Oliver and discovered and artist that wants to create a masterpiece for their clients to cherish for a lifetime. This was my first tattoo and Oliver worked diligently with me to set up my design and carefully listened to all the minor edits, design questions, and general knowledge requests I had. He was even willing to experiment with black light ink for my design when I requested it. If you're looking for an artist who puts as much care into their art as you have for your dream tattoo design, Oliver is definitely the one to go with!“

“I have gotten tattooed twice at Cloud 95, both times with @tattoo.beebee. The shop itself is really cute, welcoming, and vibey. The space is clean and I really love all of the decor and artwork by the artists there. Parking is a bit tricky but Cloud 95 is worth the visit!“

“Just three months later and I went back for a second tattoo with Carter! The shop has moved and the new space is really nice - very open and communal yet intimate and comfortable. Carter was again a joy to work with to develop my newest idea. We went big this time as you can see in the image . She was super detailed in developing complex and realistic layers of colors and I love how she uses the skin itself as a color component. We talked almost the entire time - almost 6 hours! She also touched up my first tattoo for free. Overall I am just thrilled with both of these tattoos. Carter Warren is a skilled artist and a caring and fun person. And Black and Blue is a terrific studio! Five stars for sure and I will be back!“

“I have loved all of the artists at Seventh Son and followed from afar on social media for years! This shop truly has top notch talent. I was able to get a guest spot with a former artist of mine a little over four years ago and was in awe of how big the space was when I walked in. Fast forward to October 2023, when I decided to get a tattoo on a whim for my birthday. I was scrolling through Instagram early morning and saw that the shop reposted Jared's story that he had time on my actual birthday to tattoo. I took a leap and messaged and it ended up working out that our taste in art matched, so we confirmed an appointment to meet and get tattooed that same day. Upon meeting Jared at the shop, I was super excited to get tattooed. He was patient and kind and actually listened to my all over the place ideas. (I didn't really know what I wanted to get. I just knew I wanted to get tattooed.) We decided on the subject matter and I left for 45 minutes so he could draw something up for me. The entire time I was in the shop, I felt welcomed by him and everyone else who was there that day. It seemed like great place to work because everyone was chatting and having a good time and bouncing ideas off of one another. I would definitely recommend Jared as your tattooer (as well as anyone else. Everyone is so capable and great at what they do).“

“Katya was amazing! She’s efficient, kind, and has incredible attention to detail and delivered exactly what I envisioned… I want to go back for more…Also, this studio is very cute and cozy to be in! :)“

“Jason did an amazing job on my bay laurel shoulder tattoo and it was really enjoyable working with him. Highly recommend.“

“I am not usually one to leave reviews, but the exceptional service and hospitality at eye of the Tiger deserves a review. I called the store early morning with just a question about getting a stick and poke tattoo covered up. I was greeted on the phone by David who asked me to send a picture of my tattoo and they would see if they could work with me. The response time was very fast and I was contacted shortly after about scheduling a consultation with the tattoo artist Marco. Upon arrival to eye of the Tiger, I had a brief 20 minute consultation, which was very friendly, and I did not feel pressured at all to get a tattoo. Marco sat down with me and had a nice face-to-face conversation discussing everything I wanted, the style and even provided a drawing/sketch of what he was thinking. I was so impressed by his artistic ability and how genuine he was. He asked me if I wanted the tattoo done sooner or later, and I told him I wanted it done on the sooner side. It was already 3 PM by now and Marco said he could fit me in before 6 PM next appointment, totally surprising but a great decision on my end. The tattoo process was very smooth! Although it hurt, Marco was quick to change the subject when he could tell I was in pain, and he took great care of me. He has the hands of a god! For those of you who think that eye the tiger is not your style of tattoo, strongly reconsider. After seeing the photos on the yelp page, I was certain that this was not my type of tattoo shop. However, the old saying " don't judge a book by its cover" holds true to the shop. I wish I could give more than a five star review but five stars will do for now!“

“One of the best tattoo shops in the Bay Area hands down! I have gotten multiple tattoos here and will recommend anyone to come here if they want great work! The atmosphere there is super chill, very clean and the tattoo artist are very helpful and respectful!“

“Got my nose pierced here and they were great! Everyone was friendly and professional. My piercer walked me through every step and answered all my questions, making it a really smooth experience.“

“Frisco is the best. If you’re looking for a good experience, Bea has the softest hand and such an eye for detail. Thanks for making me so beautiful Bea :)“

“Sasha is amazing. Not only is she kind and caring but is a true artist. After having a double mastectomy she was able to create 3D nipples that look surprisingly close to the originals. She has helped me regain some of my confidence in the beauty of my broken body and helped me realize what a gift life really is. I am immensely grateful for her talent and ability to read the situation and talk me through the process. I would highly recommend her!“

“I walked and in out in just over an hour with a rad tattoo and a touch up of an old one. Eric was very professional and he adjusted my tat to fit my needs. I had a great experience and love my new tattoo! Great pricing as well. Tip generously, y’all! :)“

“My brother and I went on Saturday as walk in's and Angel (not the owner) did a amazing job on our tattoo. We have received so many compliments. He was very friendly and very detailed. Thanks Angel for a great tattoo which will forever give my brother and I a special memory.“

“This review is long overdue. My experience with Genevieve was amazing and one I will long remember. I asked her to replicate the flowers in my yard in Palm Springs (My happy place) and not only does the tattoo remind me of that place - It also reminds me of the wonderful time I spent getting it. There is so much good energy in her shop and she is such a pleasure to work with - I now smile every time I see the tattoo in the mirror. And it is not just a tattoo but an original piece of art that I hold dear. Genevieve is very much in demand but I believe anyone who gets a chance to work with her is blessed. - While additional work is on hold for now - I look forward to working with her again in the future and highly recommend her for anyone looking for something special.“

“I got a tattoo from Lahel at Dream Master and I'm going back for another one , she's amazing !“

“I came in yesterday to get a tattoo done by Morrigan (@oat.mililku on instagram) and had the best experience. I filled out her booking form (very user friendly) and she got back to me within a few days with an estimate and her availability. The shop itself is super cute and clean, and they have water/snacks for clients to consume throughout their appointment. She went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and was patient beyond belief. I took almost an hour to decide where I wanted to tattoo placed and she was extremely patient despite the fact that she had to re-stencil multiple times. During the tattooing process, she was constantly checking in and making sure I was comfortable. I had the best experience and would love to get more work done by her!Spark Notes: super cute/clean shop! Morrigan is awesome! I'd give her more than five stars if I could!“

“Jess is a dream maker. The process was smooth and I could not be happier with the final product. The studio is clean and inviting. Jess is friendly, thorough, a fast worker and overwhelmingly talented. Will definitely be back!“

“Juni and everyone at the shop were super friendly and helpful! I came here to start a full sleeve with Horimitsu who was visiting at the time and everyone was amazing to deal with especially it being my first ever tattoo!I definitely recommend diamond club tattoo if you're ever in the area. Whether it's your first tattoo or one of many others you'll be guaranteed a great experience with an amazing staff and artists!“

“Amazing job by Fernando It was my first tattoo and he did an amazing job Very clean, professional, friendly“

“Nice and handsome team! Got a Tattoo on my last vacation day. Good price for a good tattoo. Thx for the memory“