Best Tattoo Shops In Los Angeles

“Ric is absolutely amazing and my favorite tattoo artist by far!!!! He did an incredible job with a fig idea I had and made it absolutely perfect. I had been looking for someone for a couple of years to do this piece for me and I definitely went with the right person! The vibes were great and I am so happy with his work“

“My first time at this shop. The ambiance is real nice in here. Airy, good ac. Smells good. The art on the walls is so amazing, so you won't be bored of things to look at and admire. Got tattooed by the best, Luis Arias, he's a true artist and a veteran in the craft. Always good vibes. The other tattoo artists were friendly, welcoming and professional- along with good senses of humor. Real good vibes !“

“Place was great to take my daughter for her first tattoo!! Everyone was nice and friendly.“

“Every review about this place is absolutely true. I was so excited but nervous to go through with getting a tattoo. Mind you this is my first time getting quite a big statement tattoo. My artist was Sasha. The whole process from going over the final sketch to the first session went by like a breeze. I felt comfortable throughout the entire process, especially impressed how everything is sterile and clean. I've been following Sasha's work for quite some time. Honored to have a piece done by her. Highly recommend.“

“Highly recommend getting tattooed by Tyler! He is so knowledgeable yet super chill. His work is detailed and the shop is immaculate. Love the whole vibe, impressed all around.“

“This shop was recommended by a friend and it's amazing. Rosario did a great job with an intricate Celtic cross design. Ended up costing less than I was quoted at another shop. I'll be back.“

“It was an incredible experience! I had my first piercing there and the staff were very patient with me throughout the whole process.“

“First of all, hands down to my man XY BORG for always delivering the tattoos I wanted. He did my first tattoo and just recently came back for more. The way he does his art and turning all the designs to reality makes him one of the best out there! Thanks for always coming through bro!!“

“I got my first couple tattoos here this past week, and I couldn’t be happier! Becca and Esther did an excellent job and brought my (admittedly kind of vague) ideas to life in such a beautiful way. The interior of the shop is super clean and honestly pretty gorgeous, and everyone at every stage of the process was welcoming and helpful.

This was a wonderful way to start my tattoo journey, and I hope to return for years to come! (also super excited about getting my chest piece colored in!!)“

“It was my first time getting a tattoo done and Tim did an absolutely amazing job! Not only with the quality of the tattoo, but he made me feel at ease through the whole process. He has created such a welcoming studio and I could not be happier with how the whole process went! He even did research beforehand on the movie behind the color scheme I was looking for! 100/10“

“Very demure, very mindful. ?
I was looking for a tiny, cute tattoo and found Hazel at Sonamu studio through Instagram. I’m even more in love with it than I expected! The staff were all very friendly and Hazel was professional. I’ll definitely come back!

Requested style: Fine line

Stylist: Hazel“

“Excellent ! You go there and you ‘ll find a real professionist ! So happy :-)

Requested style: Fine lines

Stylist: The artist was so good ! A real PRO !!!“

“This is the best tattoo parlor in Hollywood, Chris Suicide is the best in the business and truly shows through his work. The walls are pictured with works of legends like Sailor Jerry and traditional Japanese style, Crunchy who works the front desk is full for energy and is the sweetest to be greeted!“

“I had a regrettable backyard tattoo from my youth that made me embarrassed to take off my shirt. After reaching out to multiple tattoo artists, I was met with rejection as no one was willing to take on the challenge of covering up the large, poorly done piece. I had almost given up hope until I saw Jeremy Swanson on the TV show “America’s Worst Tattoos.” His ability to transform terrible tattoos into stunning works of art gave me a glimmer of hope, especially since he was a local artist in Southern California.

When I reached out to Jeremy, he welcomed the challenge with open arms and confidence. He turned my embarrassing mistake into a masterpiece that looks like it belongs in a museum. The compliments I receive now are a testament to his incredible talent.

Jeremy is the real deal. I have since returned to him multiple times to complete a full sleeve, and each experience has been nothing short of amazing. He is a true gentleman who ensures that his clients are well taken care of. If you're looking for an artist who can transform your tattoo ideas into reality, Jeremy Swanson is your guy.“

“Needed to kill some time while around the area, so I walked into the shop and was greeted by Kristi. She was super hospitable and let me browse. I decided I wanted a piercing and she was able to slot me in right away. Kristi pierced my upper helix with the flower earring. It went super smooth and she let me hang around after while waiting for my friends to finish their dance class at Playground.“

“Just had another sitting with my longtime favorite portrait artist, Adrian Gallegos, who recently joined the team at Malaka Tattoo Collective. This is my 12th (yes, 12th!) portrait tattoo from Adrian, whom I've followed from other renowned LA studios over the last eight years. He always captures the realism of my loved ones down to the tiniest details. I am in awe of his talent, and truly appreciate his professionalism and geniality. My most recent portrait is of my auntie, who recently passed away. She was a cut up--even as a kid! This was one of my favorite photos of her, so of course I'd entrust Adrian to memorialize her in ink. I liked the vibe of Adrian's new "home" at Malaka. It's a modern and very large space, very clean. I observed Drone working with a client while I was there. I noticed he takes the time to listen when consulting placement and design options to balance what the client wants vs what the artist knows will be a satisfactory outcome. That's a green flag in my book.“

“Love Holy Union! Such a great looking shop with talented artists! Right on Sunset and not too difficult to park!“

“One of the nicest shops I’ve been to in LA, I got tattooed here by emilio. Super stoked on the turnout, all the artists here do really good work! Can’t wait to be back“

“Kilee was very professional and friendly! The tattoo turned out much better than anticipated. I would for sure come back to her for any future tattoos! The vibe is also great. The owner puts music on and honestly, makes the time there really great. They're all very nice and welcoming.“

“I was tattooed by an amazing artist with incredible talent by the name of Paige Tibbs, She is very kind and easy to talk to! She made the experience very enjoyable and very recommendable!! The shop is also extremely clean and sanitary making it a great comfortable environment! I'd definitely recommend her as a go to artist!“

“I decided to pierce my nose after contemplating whether or not I should , only because several years back I pierced my bellybutton I must say it was an unpleasant experience. I'm glad I went to Bad Hands tattoo where I was recommended to . Cheech walked me through the entire process . Which may I add was very professional and in my opinion a master at his craft . I barely felt the piercing go through . It was more like just a light pressure and tada it was done . Must also add I am very pleased with the fact that he completely prepared everything and properly sanitized everything. Cheech made it all so great . Thank to Cheech and bad hands tattoo. I highly recommend this shop to all . Thanks Bea Mendez“

“It was Late at night & I Was looking for something to do to take my mind off of a Toxic Breakup & my Cousin had Recommended we get Tattoos So we Looked Up a couple of Late night spots with Nice work and Saw this place we Arrived around 1Am and we were Greeted By great staff And the Atmosphere was amazing and the Vibez were very welcoming and they made us feel at home which we were very grateful for! We got Tattooed by Motis who was very Easy to get Along and comfortable with, and the price for all three tattoos was appropriate for what we got Especially for the detail he put in Definitely A nice experience and will be returning“

“The most professional tattoo artists work here, delivering an exceptional experience from start to finish. The staff is excellent—friendly, attentive, and ready to help you feel comfortable and confident in your choice. Each artist is a true craftsman who knows their business well. They take the time to listen to what you want, ensuring that your vision is captured in every detail. Plus, the price tag is very acceptable for the quality you receive. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a top-notch tattoo experience!“

“I had an amazing experience with John! He was incredibly attentive from start to finish, listening carefully to my ideas and offering expert advice to tweak the designs just perfectly. His commitment to cleanliness and safety really stood out—he made sure everything was spotless, wore a mask the entire time, and took every precaution to prevent germs. He checked in with me the next day and on the day I was supposed to remove the protection film to ensure everything was healing properly. The attention to detail and care he put into his work truly shows. I couldn’t be happier with the results and would highly recommend him to anyone looking for an exceptional, safe, and professional tattoo experience. Thank you for the beautiful art! I'm definitely coming back if I decide to do it again!“

“First time tattoo experience was great one! Justine was everything I needed as a first timer. I, loved the atmosphere. It was so relaxed unlike the hundreds of shops I walked into. From the start I was welcomed. Everything was clean and so private which is a great plus. I loved the colors options, and the fact that the ink is vegan is even better! Less toxins and chemicals. I love my tattoo. She did great job. I will be back if I am in the market to get another one. Thank you. I will recommend.“