Traditional Tattoo

Name: Traditional Tattoo
Address: 251 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, California, 93401, US
Telephone: (805) 541-8282
Price range: $$
Rating: 4.6

4.6 246 reviews

Tattoo, Piercing

251 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

(805) 541-8282

Overall rating

4.6

out of 5

246 reviews

5 star 87%

4 star 3%

3 star 2%

2 star 1%

1 star 7%

About Traditional Tattoo

Traditional Tattoo is a well-established tattoo and piercing studio in San Luis Obispo, offering a clean and comfortable environment for clients. The studio has over 25 years of experience and focuses on creating personalized and customized tattoos of all sizes and styles. Clients praise the artists for their skill, attention to detail, and reasonable prices.

In addition to tattoos, Traditional Tattoo offers body piercing services and boasts the largest selection of body jewelry on the central coast, carrying reputable brands such as BVLA, NeoMetal, BlackBird, LeRoi, Maya, and Anatometal. The studio also provides permanent jewelry options.

Clients consistently comment on the friendly and welcoming atmosphere, praising the staff for their helpfulness and willingness to answer questions. The studio has received positive reviews for its exceptional customer service, with customers highlighting the professionalism and kindness of the staff, as well as the cleanliness of the shop.

Reviews

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Jul 2026

5.0

My husband and I have been regulars at Traditional Tattoo for the past three years. We can't say enough good things about the owners, artists, and staff. We are always warmly greeted and treated with care. Shad is an excellent tattoo artist (and all around visual artist)--super friendly and loves his craft. Matt is a top-notch piercing artist who is incredibly efficient and gentle. We always feel like we're in the best of hands at Traditional. Super grateful for their talents, kindness, and professionalism. Always see lots of young people coming in with their parents and receiving good care.

Jun 2026

5.0

Decided to get a second ear lobe piercing for my birthday. I had been putting it off for too long. It had been quite a few years since my last piercing. The whole process was quick and comfortable. Also very reasonable pricing. I will definitely be back when I decide to be brave again!

May 2026

5.0

Went in recently to get 3 cartilage piercings. Because of my ear shape it was a little tricky but Johnny was so gentle and let me know what was happening every step. She made the process nearly painless and they came out beautiful. I will be requesting her next time I get another piercing!

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