Best Tattoo Shops In Seattle

“Great traditional shop with tons of flash to choose from. Walked in and got an awesome piece from Lee! Really good vibes all around, can't wait to go back!

Specialties: Traditional tattoos, flash tattoos, custom tattoos, walk ins

Cleanliness: Very clean shop!“

“Came here to get my first tattoo with Vegas! I love it already and I'm super excited to see it once we get to color it in. They did a great job and I'm already looking forward to working with them again.“

“The shop is so cute, cozy, and clean. Joe did a tattoo on my leg and he was so kind, knowledgeable, and patient with me while we got the stencil just right. He does beautiful work and I could not be more happy with my tattoo!! I’m already trying to figure out when I can come back and get another one done by him!“

““I want it to look good, this is going to be on you forever,” Hep says as he sits and takes a final look at his work. It has been 7+ hours, and I just asked him what was going through his mind.

His response encapsulates his approach, which includes genuine care, thoughtfulness, and creativity - qualities one should look for when searching for an artist (or their first tattoo). This was certainly my first one, and I can attest to the hard work Hep places on his craft.

Additionally, Hep worked on my wife’s first tattoo the day before and for someone who has a low pain threshold, she reported feeling minimal discomfort. Hep made us feel right at home and addressed all our concerns and questions throughout.

There is another review revealing that he assisted a customer (who wasn’t even his) in going to a local CVS for tattoo care (or something like that)…he is definitely the type to do this.

In all, Hep is amazing and worthy of the praise he receives on his work.

***The tattoo can be found in a review below. My wife posted our tattoos :)“

“I've been getting tattooed for over 20 years now & EKT is simply the best. Robyn fixed & finished a sleeve of mine, my hands & now Misha is finishing out my neck by doing my chin.

Their diverse staff serves a very diverse swath of people. It's super accessible for all bodies, as I've seen a client in a powered wheelchair get tattooed here. They also offer unique community events & donate to local charities throughout the year.

All the above, AND the talent runs deep!? Don't sleep on The Kitten. Plus, they have killer snacks & an awesome bathroom.“

“I came in about 4–5 days ago to get a vertical labret and an eyebrow piercing, and Connor did an amazing job! He was super patient with me and absolutely nailed both piercings, definitely a 10/10 experience. I’ve had little to no swelling, no bruising on my eyebrow, and my lip piercing is perfectly placed. Everything is healing beautifully. I just wanted to leave a review to say how happy I am and to highly recommend Connor! I’ll definitely be coming back for future piercings. Thanks, Connor! :)“

“Jason Middleton 4EVER ?‍⬛?‍⬛?‍⬛ my favorite tattoo I’ve ever gotten!!!!“

“Great work, awesome guy!! He is really funny and made the experience great. I recommend, I searched him up from Houston and he did not disappoint .“

“Sasha King and Chris did an amazing job on both of our tattoos. HIGHLY Recommend both of them to get your tattoo work done. When I come back from AZ to visit Seattle again I’ll definitely be coming back for more work.“

“Steven did a great job! He does a quality work and gives you what exactly what you in vision. I appreciate how much he takes care of you through out the whole process after you get your tattoo with proper treatment.“

“I got my first tattoo with Michelle. She was amazing! So helpful! It was a great experience and I can hardly wait for my next!“

“I cannot recommend Ying's Tattoo highly enough! From start to finish, the experience was beyond incredible. Carson's artistry is unmatched--his ability to bring my vision to life with a stunning blend of watercolor and calligraphy was nothing short of masterful. Every line, every detail in this memorial tattoo for my pups holds meaning and beauty. Ying'a customer service was equally phenomenal. Thoughtful, responsive, and deeply invested in making sure every part of the process felt personal and smooth. They both truly went above and beyond, taking every one of my ideas and requirements and transforming them into something even more meaningful than I imagined--while adding their own creative flare that made the design shine. If you're looking for artists who care deeply about their craft and their clients, look no further. I'm already sending everyone I know to Ying's Tattoo!“

“Jerad Shealey is insanely talented, his work speaks for itself! He took my crazy idea and crafted it into a masterpiece. Oh not to mention he's a pretty rad dude.

Great atmosphere; superb shop; can't recommend them enough!“

“Trevor only lays down crispy ink. I have been going to Trevor and Liberty for almost 10 years now, always impressed with the quality!“

“Andres has been with Tracy for just over a week and is great! His sketch of my vision was exactly what I wanted! He made sure I was doing alright and had no issue with me needing a sustenance break or moments to just chill. He’s friendly, caring and empathetic. Tracy was great setting up the appointment for me. Thanks guys! I’ve got a stellar tattoo of my visit to Ballard, reminiscent of the Chihuly Glass exhibit!!“

“It was great experience. Walked in the day before and met Chris. Showed him the picture of idea. Next day got it done! Quick and professional! Turn out an amazing piece!“

“Came to Seattle Ink and Oil and was first amazed by the vibe of the studio! All around a great experience and great ink and will be coming back to get the rest of my work done.“

“Nina is amazing! I can come in, verbally describe what I want and she turn it into a beautiful piece of art. The quality of her work is top shelf.“

“Been coming to Saem for a little over a year, he’s super quick w it and the tats always come out super clean.“

“I got a full day session from Tash. They were incredibly respectful the whole time and even stayed a little late to make sure we finished in one day. The tattoo itself is my new favorite tattoo! They did an amazing job designing it couldn’t have asked for a better Artist!“

“The best limón y pepino Agua Fresca I've ever had. Very refreshing. Also, great customer service. I'll definitely be back ?“

“I had an amazing experience getting my brows microbladed with Christina! She took the time to make sure she understood exactly how I like my brows, what my normal routine with them were and how I wanted them shaped and styled. She gave me the exact look I wanted and I love them so much. She is a genuinely sweet person who is so much fun to talk to. I highly recommend her. Her office space is so beautiful and you feel comfortable immediately. And there's parking!! Thank you Christina!“

“Had a great experience with Gunnor Faulk at Nova Expansion! Scheduled an appointment with him on behalf of my mother- and father-in-law to get matching tattoos for her 63rd birthday. He was exceptionally kind, welcoming, patient, and skilled with both of them. Attentive to cleanliness and care instructions. They were both nervous and he put them right at ease! They had a great experience and both of their tattoos—small line work in their handwriting—look super sharp. Saw some of his portfolio and know he’d be excellent for more extensive work, too. Would recommend him to anyone!“

“I recommend them 100% My partner and I got our wedding tattoos here and I got another one on my arm and it came out so beatiful!“

“I’ve been going to Thin for 6 years now — I wish I met him sooner! He always does absolutely incredible work, from cover ups to original pieces. The prices are also very reasonable. The thing I appreciate most is that Thin is accommodating and makes sure you are comfortable. Tattoos are permanent obviously so it’s important that you shop around for the right artist. With that being said, you will not regret going to Thin.“