Best Tattoo Shops In Bakersfield

“Ryan did a great job was super chill he pierced my son's ear they were really cool!“

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I highly recommend this shop. At first, it can seem intimidating, but once you give it a chance, you won’t want to go anywhere else. All of the employees are very friendly and relaxed. With a clean shop and skilled hand, you are guaranteed a high quality tattoo at a very reasonable price, regardless of which artist you sit down with. 10/10
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“I had a tattoo made here. A memory to my late father. Skip was fair in prices, and a down to earth man. May he rest in peace... thanx my friend for your kindness....“

“I have gotten multiple tattoos from Tim at Art for Life, and every experience has been amazing!! He really works to give you what you want while still making sure it will work and look good, and won't put needle to skin until you're 100% on the design, size, and placement. He's also super easy to talk to, so you won't be sitting in awkward silence for hours, lol. Highly recommend for your next custom piece!!“

“I love this place they always do a great job on my eyebrows. I highly recommend this place.“

“Probably one of the most Badass tattoo parlors I've ever seen in my life... Billy the (owner) is a freaking awesome human.... Definitely a legend go check it out yourself.. Thank me later“

“clean, friendly traditional tattoo shop. friendly group of dudes here that do genuine work.“

“Very nice people. Very welcoming. I got numb cream and the nice lady told me how to put it on and even showed me and made sure I understand. The gentleman that was there was very nice. I will be back..“

“Collin is cool dude very talented
Hard to tell this is a cover up
Shop is clean and environment is all good guys“

“mike did mine great tat came out a lot better that i thought it would he put som nice touches of his own in“

“Shawn was very welcoming, extremely helpful and thorough. Not only did he respond and give me advice on a swollen piercing from a previous piercer, he was willing to see me that same day to help relieve my pain. He explained the whole process and made me feel comfortable. Would definitely recommend everyone to go to him!“

“Love this place good clean atmosphere! My artist of course Jordan lacher

Specialties: Very good and friendly environment

Cleanliness: Very clean and sanatary

Stylist: Jordan lacher ! He's AMAZING“

“I absolutely love coming to this shop. Patricia has been my artist for years and has always impressed me with her talent. I love seeing people succeed with their dreams and she has done a great job in opening her own shop.“

“I had great experience with the crew at Bakersfield tattoo and piercing. Got a henna permanent tattoo on my hand loved it!!“

“Got a nostril piercing from Marayah and it turned out really cute. She took good care of me and was able to get my piercing with no issues. Highly recommend her and the rest of the staff here at Fineline for piercing/tattoo needs. They are great!“

“i was incredibly fortunate to be tattooed by javi (@javixtatuajes) in june of 2025! i had been wanting an american traditional piece for a while, and really loved his flash. javi was so welcoming throughout the entire process and everything went so smoothly. the shop was clean, comfortable and all of the artists had a great vibe. i ended up getting flowers around my elbow, and he was so patient with me as it was a pretty tender spot. it’s healed beautifully and i will definitely be frequenting top hat for more ink!!“

“Went to get my right nostril pierced today, I had my left side done by Chris which he did an amazing job, quick and painless, healed perfectly too! Barney did my right side today and he did amazing! he is such a bright and energetic person who made me feel very welcomed and super comfortable I could tell he takes his job very seriously to satisfy his clients!!? he matched my new piercing to my left side perfectly on the first try which was very impressive and he was so happy about it lol, I definitely enjoyed my experience there and love my matching nostril piercings thank you Barney you the best! ?“

“Came here to get an anti eyebrow with Amanda , love her !!! Such a good place definitely coming back !!“

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