Best Tattoo Shops In Chicago

“Brenton is a super cool guy, talked me through the process of getting my piercing and was very amiable and professional. Awesome art and memorabilia all over the shop, very cool little place tucked away on the corner. Excited to see the new location and can’t wait to come back for a tattoo :~)“

“I’ve been going here for years! Charlie is always super thorough in his work both in piercings and tattoos :)“

“I highly recommend going here and ASK for Rossmery ! She makes you feel so comfortable and gives you the best advice for your piercings! She has a soft hand (doesn’t hurt when she does the piercing) this is my 3rd time coming with her and ABSOLUTELY LOVE her service / work ! She’s very friendly and professional! 10/10 !“

“I’ve had several great experiences here at Mario’s Ink. I originally found the shop through Mario’s apprentice, David, and both David and Mario have done work on me. Im very impressed with every tattoo I’ve gotten here.
The shop has a great aesthetic, both genuinely care about their clients, and they’re both talented professionals and great people. I highly recommend Mario’s Ink to anyone looking for quality work and a welcoming environment.“

“Love this place and the guys that work here! Everyone is super cool and kind! Definitely comeing here for more tatts in the future 🙌“

“I just finished my third session with Dina on a cover-up of a 25-year-old tattoo, and the results are better than I could have imagined. I had a vision of what I wanted, and she took that idea to an entirely different level. Her creativity, attention to detail, color work, and overall design are exactly why I chose to work with her, and she absolutely delivered.

The shop is clean, comfortable, and has a relaxing atmosphere, which definitely helps during the less-than-comfortable process of getting tattooed. A couple of the other artists stopped by to admire her work while it was still in progress. It was clear they appreciated the quality and artistry of what she was creating.“

“Went with kiki and she did amazing work. 10/10 work. If u want great work done ask for her.“

“I’ve gotten 8 tattoos at Next Level Tattoo, and there’s a reason I keep coming back. Every artist here is awesome—seriously talented, professional, friendly, and great at what they do. Every tattoo I’ve gotten has come out incredible, with amazing detail and clean work.

I’ve worked with different artists here, and the quality has been consistently excellent every single time. The shop has a great atmosphere, everyone makes you feel comfortable, and you can tell they really care about their work and their clients.

After 8 tattoos, I can confidently say this is my go-to tattoo shop. I wouldn’t keep coming back if they weren’t that good. Highly recommend Next Level Tattoo!“

“Had a great time and got awesome tattoos while in Chicago with the spouse, it’s our kids moon phases the nights they were born. Allie was awesome to work with, great tattoo artist and great conversation.“

“It was my first tattoo but it definitely won't be my last. You should definitely make an appointment today. Adrian was so amazing he helped me conceptualized my dream tattoo. It came out perfect. Can't wait to schedule my next one.“

“Mikey has been the best, I’ve been working with him for 7 years and have loved everything piece he puts on me. If your in the Chicago area looking for an amazing tattoo experience, make sure you see Mikey McGrew at Rocket Tattoo!“

“I had such a great experience with getting my tattoo from Anna! From the start, she was incredibly easy to work with and really took the time to collaborate with me on a custom design. Her attention to detail, especially with ornamental work, is amazing, and the final piece turned out even better than I imagined.

She was also great about communicating before the appointment, with helpful tips on how to prepare, and she explained the aftercare really well so I felt confident taking care of my tattoo afterward. The whole session was relaxed and comfortable, and she even had a great music playlist that made the experience even more enjoyable.

If you’re looking for someone who’s talented, detail-oriented, and genuinely cares about creating beautiful custom work, I highly recommend her. I can’t wait to come back for another piece!“

“Got a nose piercing done and everything went by so smoothly! The workers are so nice and comforting.“

“This was an amazing experience. When I requested my appointment I sent over some pictures for ideas, and a brief note, and matt blew me away. I'm definitely coming back for more! I live in Grayslake IL, worth the drive“

“I feel very heard & respected by every artist I’ve ever worked with at Cyprus. A friend to all, everyone who works here makes an effort to make your cosmetic dreams come true!!!!“

“I’ve been driving by this place for YEARS.

Finally about a month ago I went in and received two tattoos from Ben (owner?).

The man is awesome. His tattoos are awesome. I have now received a total of 5 tattoos from him. Pictures to follow when they heal up )”(just got out 😅)

Bring your business here!“

“Awesome shop, very clean and nicely decorated waiting area. We came in from out of town and they were able to get my friend and I in for small tattoos which was awesome. Ash did an amazing job on my Mew tattoo and worked with my budget for the tattoo. Super happy with work! Would highly recommend this shop!“

“I had a great experience with Louis at Barak Studios! I emailed him about some Hebrew lettering and he was able to do everything that I wanted to do in one session. He did both print and cursive and helped find the perfect placements for all 3 tattoos. One was a bit more challenging to figure out how it would move with my body and not be upside down and he gave me his honest and professional opinion and I love it! He was great to talk to and made me very comfortable even adjusting the AC in the studio so I didn’t freeze“

“Shout out to leslie for my tattoo. I absolutely love it! Very Professional and down to earth!! I also got my face dermal with the piercer, she was amazing!!“

“Desiree did my tattoo recently. It came out much better than what I had hoped for in terms of my idea. It was a pretty vague concept but she got it done! The framing of it all looks amazing. She was super gentle throughout the whole process I even fell asleep while she was doing it. Definetly come check her and Lucky Kat tattoo. They seem to have a great shop of amazing people with great skills. 11/10 would come here again. This is my second tattoo from someone at this shop. Getting a third by another artist of theirs in August.“

“Came here multiple times throughout the years for piercings. Lylia was recommended by a friend when I mentioned ageless arts, so I booked with her. Her vibe felt like I’ve known her for years, I was so comfortable and excited she was very gentle for nipple piercings. It was my third time getting them pierced at the same place. Will always recommended for piercings. Thank you so much!“

“The people here are awesome. My artist was Shred. He does great work. I wouldn't think of going anywhere else in Chicago because this is the best tattoo shop!“

“First class operation. Easy to make appointment, great environment, friendly atmosphere, good conversation, and quality haircut. They provide a nice experience.“

“Fudo Tattoo is easily one of the best tattoo shops around. The quality of the work is outstanding, and Dustin and his entire team are incredibly talented. Their attention to detail, creativity, and craftsmanship really stand out, and the finished work speaks for itself. You can tell they take pride in every piece and want people to leave with tattoos they’ll be proud to wear. If you’re looking for excellent tattoo work and a team you can trust, definitely stop in here. Dustin and the crew are amazing, and I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Fudo Tattoo to anyone looking for top-quality work.“

“Ozzie did an amazing job on my tattoo. I absolutely love it! The whole team was very kind, professional, and attentive throughout the entire process. I had a great experience, and I really loved Cleopatra Ink. I highly recommend this studio!!!“