Best Tattoo Shops In Chicago

“I’ve been referring to Jaclyn at Cyprus since they first opened their doors. She is hands down the best cosmetic tattoo artist in Chicago. Put yourself in the absolute best hands possible and go see Jaclyn!“

“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“

“This was my first tattoo and Shay was my tattoo artist, she did amazing as you can see, I’m very happy with the results.“

“Cannot recommend this place enough! I've been going here since March and deadass it's the nicest place I've ever been to. Staff are awesome and knowledgeable, prices are great, atmosphere is chill.I've gotten tatts from Joey, Nestor, and Nenad (who unfortunately doesn't work there anymore ?) and I never had a bad experience with any of them!If you're looking for a chill af tattoo place with talented artists you def gotta come 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.“

“Getting a tattoo from Tara Mitchell at Family Tattoo was an absolute pleasure from start to finish. Tara's talent as an artist is undeniable, as she effortlessly brought my tattoo idea to life with incredible precision and skill. What truly sets Tara apart is her unwavering dedication to ensuring her clients feel comfortable and at ease throughout the entire process. From the initial consultation to the final touch-ups, Tara's clear communication and attentive demeanor made me feel confident and relaxed every step of the way. If you're looking for not only exceptional artistry but also a truly enjoyable tattoo experience, Tara is your girl!“

“Milly did a fantastic job on my eyebrows! She lets you know what to expect from the beginning to the end. She also checked in with me to see if I liked the direction she was going with the shape of my eyebrows and would make any adjustments if needed! I highly recommend Milly!“

“Booker hooked me up with the cutest tattoo. Great artist and an even better dude. You won't go wrong getting a tattoo by him - I have never had one heal as nicely as his.“

“Best tattooing experience I've ever had. I dont know why I ever wasted time anywhere else. Artist Mike F.D.'s work is phenomenal, and his ideas and art are absolute fire ?. Do yourself a huge favor, book with Mike.“

“I lost all of my hair including my eyebrows from chemotherapy treatments and was referred to Elsa for micro blading. She is such a passionate, caring and professional Lady. She is also very talented & skilled in her craft. I am so grateful that she has the heart to help women like myself who have gone through traumatic illnesses such as breast cancer & Mastectomies to help us feel pretty and not look like what we’ve been through. Elsa is the best and I highly recommend her for your cosmetic needs! It felt so good to get dressed up and feel pretty again with my new eyebrows done by Elsa right before New Year’s Eve? ?“

“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!“

“Got my first tattoo here and couldn’t be happier. Solory is a fantastic artist and also answered my millions of questions with the upmost patience while providing a chill and welcoming environment. I will definitely be back in the future!“

“It was an absolute joy to work with Micah for my first tattoo. He drew up some designs just for me and let me take my time looking through all of his flash. He also patiently helped my try out a few placements to make sure I got the right one. I'd add that he had a really gentle touch and worked fast. Super chill professional - I will be going back.“

“Had a set budget and my artist worked with me to get an amazing piece that was bigger than I thought was possible! Coming back to finish my arm“

“Got my lobes and nose pierced by Flacko and it was quick and painless. Excellent piercer definitely recommend!!!“

“Frank did my first tattoo and it was such a great experience. Super great person and artist. I’d highly recommend going to Frank!“

“I've gone to Mind Crusher for every tattoo, and it has been a pleasant and affordable experience every single time. Kevin has done my previous tattoos, but this time I had David who took the time to ensure that I felt comfortable with the placement to which I greatly appreciated. Will be back!“

“Amazing experience from front desk to checking out. A couple of friends and myself were visiting Chicago, and wanted some tattoos, we came in as walk ins. Staff was supper accommodating, friendly, and professional. Felix my artist was amazing with a gently hand, love my tattoo. Truly a great experience to commemorate our trip!“

“Knowledgeable, fast and friendly service. I love coming here. The staff offers recommendations based on what you’re buying, but always with a ‘no-pressure’ demeanor. I often DO check out the recommendations because, again they’re based on what I’m actually interested in purchasing, but also because that ‘no-pressure’ attitude is refreshing and makes me feel confident that I’m not just a potential sales goal.Great work, guys, I’m grabbing an Uber to go there now!“

“Adrian is great! He was able to do my belly piercing last minute on New Year’s Day! He’s so professional and work really fast, I love my piercing! Thank you again Adrain“

“Emma did an amazing job with a walk-in! Such a nice, clean shop you definitely won't regret visiting :)“

“Great experience! Richard was patient with all the questions I came up with and extremely knowledgeable/ honest.“

“Excellent super hygienic service!Excellent work in everything you do, highly recommended!!“

“Can't say enough about this place. Every time I'm here I feel like family. Everyone is awesome and freaking talented. I definitely recommend this place.“

“The best in the city! Very talented artists and super nice people! They take their time to make sure they understand what you want and aim to get it right!“