Best Tattoo Shops In Chicago

“To say I LOVE is an understatement, I’m obsessed with it, and this meant so much to me I’m so thankful that Brenton was able to see my vision he was so patient and took his time, it looks so pretty :)

I will definitely be coming again ❤️“

“Awesome!!! Guys are welcoming and Chucho is such a young talented man!! Badass!! I'm so happy with my tattoo from yesterday at 5pm I'll be coming back!! Ty!!“

“I absolutely love this shop I have 5 tattoos from them and they never disappoint. Adrian and Andrew are amazing artists and really take care of their customers! I HIGHLY recommend this shop!!!“

“Super cute studio, really clean with a lot of natural light. I got a flash tattoo with Anna Schafer and it was a really great experience. She made me feel super comfortable and welcomed. We changed the stencil a bunch of times to make absolutely sure it was perfect. Probably my favourite experience getting a tattoo.“

“Where do I even begin? Klarissa absolutely exceeded my expectations when it came to permanent brows! My eyebrows are really tricky so I know I was giving her a challenge from the start but she effortlessly killed it. This was the most life changing thing I have done in recent memory!! Klarissa and everyone at Cyprus are so sweet and talented and accommodating! 11/10 would recommend“

“Our artist is Garrett and he's absolutely amazing. A true artist for sure with a strong attention to detail and an absolute perfectionist. We've had a few pieces done by him and my husband and I couldn't be happier. The rest of the guys are also amazing and are now part of our family. Pony, Raf, Tom and Gary are all brilliant artists and just a lot of fun to be around. The environment is so welcoming and chill.“

“Beyond 5 stars for my brow experience with Elsa! For context, I never write reviews (my bad…I should) and Elsa never asked for a review. That’s worth something. Despite my initial concerns about pain and not knowing the outcome, Elsa made me feel completely at ease and delivered results far beyond expectations. Elsa’s warmth and professionalism are unmatched, and I couldn't be happier.“

“Danny is a phenomenal artist. Attention to detail is top tier. Very cooperative and friendly as well. Highly recommend booking with him!“

“Absolutely hands-down the best tattoo experience I’ve ever had. The shop was spotless, welcoming, and had a great atmosphere from the moment I walked in. My artist, Nick Vega, went above and beyond—he did an incredible job with the insignias from my military service in Mexico. Not only did the artwork come out beautifully detailed and meaningful, but the tattoo also healed flawlessly, which speaks volumes about his skill and professionalism. I highly recommend Nick to anyone looking for quality, precision, and a true artist who respects the meaning behind the ink.“

“David is an amazing tattoo apprentice. He listens and has a great teacher Mario. I came to Mario at my time of need (without realizing it) and both Mario and David worked on my piece. Without them I would not have progressed in my journey to becoming a pastor. Jesus is the way. Through their kindness I can do better. Thank you David.“

“This is place is sick. The staff was really chill and the shop has insane amounts of tats to choose from. Big s/o to Kiki for bringing my vision to life and laying down to some amazing line work on my tattoo. It was my first time getting ink in years and will definitely be coming back soon. Thanks again!“

“Great attention to detail and creativity. Will be recommending Tony to friends and family! ?“

“Full sleeve from Rob and he did a great job. Some was clean skin, some cover up, and some refresh involved, all of looks fantastic.“

“Cool shop. In town on vacation. Got tattooed by Johnny Watson and can’t recommend them enough. Friendly people, they do great work“

“Ivy did an incredible job with paw prints from my two kitties, a tattoo of immense importance to me. She also touched up another tattoo from a different artist for me during the same session which was super convenient. From start to finish she was professional, easy to converse with, prompt with replies, and made the experience a memorable one. A welcoming atmosphere and awesome vibe. 10/10 recommend(:“

“They were professional and courteous with my piercing. if I have one minor quibble it is that they only accept cash.“

“The first time tattooed, Louis B. covered my wrist. I'm super happy with the results as well as the healing process. I was scared about having permanent ink on me for the rest of my life. I have zero regrets and could not be happier with the finished product. Would highly recommend…getting bombarded with positive feedback. It's flatteringServices: Fine line tattoos“

“Josh is one of the most genuine, talented, flexible, humble artists I've had the pleasure of dealing with. The ease of dealing with Josh and Taylor combined with the relaxing feel of the studio make every session something to look forward to.

I have been tattooed by several artists over the years. No other experience comes close to how well rounded every aspect of their process is.“

“Genuinely such a great place. Me and my friend went to get matching tattoos and it was our very first time (we were so nervous) however we were helped by Irene who was such a welcoming and supportive artist who ensured we were very comfortable the entire process. Truly a great experience and I would definitely recommend to any beginner looking for a welcoming environment and affordable tattoo!“

“Jason was awesome. Great artist and a really interesting guy to talk with while getting inked.“

“I couldn't be happier with my new tattoo! I've had several done over the years, but this is by far the best work I have received. The detail and artistry are absolutely stunning. Not only is the tattoo beautiful, but the whole experience was top- notch- professional, clean and comfortable from start to finish. The studio was easy to find, spotless and had a great atmosphere. I am beyond impressed and will definitely be coming back for more. Highly recommended!“

“Alex is the only tattoo artist I have ever gotten any work done by and that is for a reason. His work is always 100% and I'll always keep coming back to him. The shop is always clean, everyone is always friendly, and it's always a great time when I come here. Anytime anyone asks about tattooing I send them here!“

“I had a mixed experience at this shop and wanted to share my honest opinion because it didn't match how they represent themselves or what these other reviews say.Good: My tattoos came out great. I'm especially happy with my snake tattoo, which is exactly what I imagined.Not so good: I wanted some slight tweaks on my second tattoo and the artist was kinda rude about it. They were very clearly annoyed about having to adjust the design that was gonna go on my body forever. I only asked for changes to the sparkles around the design, so I feel like it would have been VERY easy to ask me some questions and show some different options, but they made the whole thing feel like such an inconvenience.I ended up with a design I like, but didn't appreciate the artist's attitude and it was disappointing since this shop bills itself as a super welcoming space. I think an inexperienced person would have been pressured into just accepting it. Putting a design on your body permanently (and paying a lot for it) is a big deal for most people, so I wish they'd be more understanding of that.“

“My best friend and I wanted to get matching tattoos to commemorate our 40+year dream to drive cross country and stay in the redwoods. We finally did it last year, along with our husbands and her son. Tattoo Boulevard made it possible for us to do it while she was in town, and Bill, our tattoo artist, adjusted our picture to add one more tree (five trees to represent the five of us). Bill did an excellent job, and was genuinely interested in the significance of the tattoo for us, and our trip. We are doing the Route 66 road trip next year, and will be coming to Tattoo Boulevard for our tattoos to commemorate that trip. So glad these two senior citizens found both the place and the artist who know how meaningful tattoos are, and craft the perfect one. I smile every time I look at it.

Cleanliness: The studio was very clean and Bill took great care in keeping it that way.

Stylist: Bill was our stylist, and he was awesome. He took great care to make sure our tattoos were exactly what we envisioned and that the placement was perfect. Bill was also very personable and fun to talk with during the process.“

“I had an amazing experience @ ILL State Ink. The atmosphere was very welcoming & super mellow. Lakota stamped me & I was extremely satisfied. I found my new spot/artist. ????“