Best Tattoo Shops In New York

“Victor was my best bet for doing my tattoo! My husband showed me this studio - as recommendation and I went through all of the people. By Victor’s portfolio and my ideas I chose him as the only person who could put on my body whatever is in my head as one piece and that was the right decision! Amazing humble person and artist. Some things are worth the cost and time! Choose wisely!!“

“I visited yesterday to have my forward helix redone. Ganjhy did an amazing job - I hardly felt anything. We realized afterwards that he did both my rook and my flat back in November; had no issues with those piercings either. He is quite gentle and does amazing work. I will request him for any future piercings. Thank you Ganjhy!“

“Chui Kanela did a really awesome job on my shin tattoo. She was very considerate, attentive, and made it look perfect. It’s already healing perfectly, and that has not been the case for many of my leg tattoos. A testament to her attention to detail and preciseness. 10/10, will definitely be going back to her!!“

“first time in nyc was walking around the area and saw the flash tattoos outside, i told one of the artists named steven i believe that was standing there about how i wanted one but it wasnt exactly what i wanted, and he took the time to help me find exactly what i wanted, tattoo was quick, nice, and very cute!! the store was very nice inside too i would reccomend getting a tattoo here if you are in the area looking for one!“

“Had a great experience today! Everything was done with attention to detail and care for what I asked for. Paila was amazing and worked well with us.“

“Kat is an incredible tattoo artist! I walked in with a ChatGPT image and she turned it into something way better. I’m obsessed with how she shaded everything! Will definitely be back to see her for any future tattoos!“

“Hans was amazing. Very professional and kind. He did a great tattoo and gave me recommendations to make it look even better while still respecting what I wanted.“

“I’ve since moved away from NYC but I got 12 piercing and a tattoo here and they’ve all turned out beautifully. Highly recommend.“

“I have been a client of Red’s for over 15 years, and throughout that time, he has consistently demonstrated the highest level of professionalism. His work is exceptional, and the quality of his craftsmanship has truly stood the test of time. Red is adaptable, diligent, and an exceptionally talented artist who takes great pride in his work. I highly recommend him to anyone seeking outstanding artistry and professionalism.“

“I had been thinking about getting my first tattoo for a couple of years, but I wanted it to be something truly special and meaningful. During a trip to New York with my wife, I discovered this studio close to our hotel and decided to stop by.

From the moment I met the owner, Mike, I felt welcomed – what an amazing guy! He recommended an artist named Andres, and after meeting him I immediately knew this was the right place for my first tattoo.

I couldn’t be happier with the result. Andres is incredibly talented, and the tattoo turned out far beyond my expectations. I’m so grateful for the whole experience – not only the tattoo itself but also the people who made it unforgettable.“

“Fun City is a great shop. The artists specialize in a range of styles and they really take care of their clients. They're ready for you before you get there- especially if you have an appointment. They are knowledgable, skillful, fun, and I am a repeat client. I took my son here for his first shop experience. He had such a blast. Big Steve and the FC Team are a class act. Thank you to them and Cheers!“

“Jinna is a magician when it comes to tattoos. This was my second and third tattoo done by her and they came out flawless. She is super gentle and fantastic with color work! I can’t recommend her enough“

“We got at NO IDOLS for an appointment session with Gabe (Ig:@gabetattoos) and ended up spending the whole day there getting two tattoos. The vibe was super chill and welcoming, full of great talking and jokes.

The next day, Ermis (Ig: @ermisart) helped us with changing the second skins - really appreciated that.

The spot is on the best street in New York - Orchard ❤️ Thanks a lot, we’ll definitely be back!“

“i was able to get my very first tattoo at uplift and it was an amazing experience. i was incredibly nervous to get a tattoo alongside the fact that it is very meaningful to me, but Junh was incredibly gentle, friendly, and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process.

the studio was very clean and welcoming, and everyone was professional. i was surprised that even after my appointment, Uplift Tattoo made sure i had the opportunity to ask any questions i had about aftercare, which i really appreciated.

im so happy with how everything turned out and will always remember my first tattoo experience here. highly recommend!“

“Just had an amazing tattoo experience at Sacred Tattoo with the artist Gabrielle.

I knew I wanted some kind of bird but I wasn’t quite sure about the design. Gabrielle (@stikbugg) was patient and helped me envision the details and color scheme that fit me perfectly. The tattoo was done with precision and was actually relaxing with the great music they had playing and her steady hand.

I was amazed that she could take a fragment of an idea and turn it into this beautiful piece of art that was customized just for me. I get so many compliments on the color and design.

Sacred Tattoo is an open and clean space, with a relaxed vibe. Can’t wait for my next tattoo with Gabrielle.“

“Excellent experience, super results, only wish I went sooner 100% satisfied;-)...follow up was also excellent.....100% satisfied;-)“

“Couldn’t be happier with my experience with Morg. This was a full leg tattoo, and she absolutely killed it. I came in with ideas and inspiration, but she really brought her own vision and artistry into it too, which made the whole piece feel unique and personal.

The process felt super collaborative from start to finish. She listened, guided me when needed, and elevated the design in the best way possible. Beyond being insanely talented, she also made the entire experience comfortable and easy. Really grateful I trusted her with something this big.“

“clean shop, talented tattooist and all-around great experience with Joe (thank youuuuuu!)“

“I wanted a full back piece to cover up an old tattoo I got when I was 16. I came across Andrea Fiorenza on Instagram through an ad, and something immediately told me I had to reach out.

From the very beginning, Andrea’s communication was outstanding, both over the phone and in person. I shared my vision with him, and with his incredible artistic expertise, he added his own creative touch that took the design to another level. The moment I saw it, I was completely in love.

We completed the piece over five sessions, and I have to say, I took it like a champ! 😂 Every session was worth it. Andrea exceeded every expectation I had, and now I can’t stop looking at my back. The detail, artistry, and overall execution are nothing short of amazing.

Thank you again, Andrea, for creating such an incredible piece of art. I truly appreciate your talent and professionalism, and I can’t wait to come back for more ink in the future. If you’re looking for an artist who genuinely cares about bringing your vision to life, I can’t recommend Andrea Fiorenza enough!“

“Ivy was a dream! From the second I stepped into the studio her energy was on and she was super tentative and receptive to my thoughts and ideas. Her work is immaculate and I couldn’t be happier!! Will for sure be back for another“

“B took a design concept for a vine + Sanskrit addition to my owl tattoo and ran with it. Tons of attention to detail (even in making sure my body was comfortably positioned while setting up), friendly & professional, kindly tolerated every “can we move this up slightly, no wait it looked better where it was before…” bit of my obnoxious until the design was exactly what I wanted. And the price was super reasonable - surprisingly so for NYC. Will definitely be back!“

“took the family for an non-traditional sunday of fresh ink and can’t say enough good things about the team, the level of professionalism, and flawless art. thank you so much! we look forward to visiting again soon.“

“Great service, friendly staff, excellent artists couldn’t recommend a more qualified facility. Thank you Darren for the awesome work.“

“I got 14g double nostril piercings done by Joan and it was the BEST piercing experience ever!! I had so much fun!! the staff is so warm and friendly, makes the atmosphere very comfortable and welcoming! everyone is extremely educated as well and has honest answers to every question! absolutely coming back for my next piercings and projects!“

“The tattoos turned out amazing. I would 100% recommend this shop to anyone. Will definitely be back if I'm ever back in NY“