Laughing Buddha Seattle

$$ • Tattoo, Piercing

1121 E Union St, Seattle, WA 98122

About Laughing Buddha Seattle

Laughing Buddha Seattle is a welcoming and peaceful spot for tattoo and piercing services. The friendly front staff helps customers feel at ease, and the piercers are knowledgeable and gentle. Colin, in particular, is praised for his calming demeanor and ability to ease nerves. The shop is spotless, with each station immaculately clean and a wide selection of high-quality jewelry available, including affordable titanium threadless ends. Prices may be higher, but customers receive exceptional quality and service. The staff is always willing to answer questions and alleviate concerns, making even the most anxious customers feel comfortable. Whether it's a checkup for a stubborn piercing, a new piercing, or a tattoo, Laughing Buddha Seattle is a great choice for those seeking professional and friendly services. Customers also appreciate the hygienic environment, with jewelry autoclaved and the shop maintaining high cleanliness standards. Rae Kelly is often recognized for her wonderful work, and the shop is especially recommended for sensitive work, like nipple piercings and work with trans clients. Overall, it remains one of the favorite places in the city for tattoos and piercings. Customers have shared positive experiences, noting the safe environment, the welcoming staff, and the professionalism of piercers like Colin and LJ. The shop offers different sized studs, hoops, and rings, making it easy for clients to find the right jewelry for their needs.

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  • Apr 2026

    Got a septum here! I was pierced by LJ that person in particular was super nice. The shop is really beautiful, very minimalistic and clean. I will say when I first walked in there I felt really awkward. I told them multiple times I had an appointment but needed to run to the bathroom and I got weird attitudes and looks from the two people upfront like I was lying or something idk I felt unwelcome. I don’t think I would go back for the fact I felt uncomfortable majority of the time. If you don’t care about that stuff, then I’d recommend! Pricing was also very fair.

  • Mar 2026

    I’m as regular a client can be to a tattoo studio and I’ve been to 24 other studies between Portland and Everett.
    Always greeted kindly by front of house staff, always listened to, always taken care of, always delighted by the outcome.
    Bella has tattooed me twice and Khwezi has tattooed me 13 times in projects from small to large to re-dos including a full coverup on my husband.
    This is the place I send people.

  • Feb 2026

    This place is nothing but friendly and efficient. Very welcoming environment and professional, knowledgeable staff, beautiful and diverse selection of jewelry. I've seen LJ for ear piercings twice now and both experiences were fantastic; quick, clean and (mostly!) painless. You're always in good hands at Laughing Buddha!

Hours

Monday: 11AM - 2:30PM
3 - 7PM
Tuesday: 11AM - 2:30PM
3 - 7PM
Wednesday: 11AM - 2:30PM
3 - 7PM
Thursday: 3:30 - 7PM
11AM - 3PM
Friday: 11AM - 3PM
3:30 - 8PM
Saturday: 11AM - 3PM
3:30 - 8PM
Sunday: 11AM - 3PM
3:30 - 7PM

Tips

price range: average by appointment only wheelchair accessible accepts credit cards accepts android pay accepts apple pay street parking free wi-fi women-owned gender-neutral restrooms open to all bike parking