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.“

“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.“

“Called in to Best Wishes late afternoon, asking if they'd take two walkins, Tyler was super supportive and helpful (and willing). I showed up with my friend, who was visiting from Germany, and Tyler did an amazing job (not only with his precision, but also in taking his time). His cleanliness is next level, is a very good way. Oh, and the conversations we had were really awesome. Definitely coming back for the next one, and hopefully found a friend and new shop to get any future work. Thanks again! - Chad A. Marshall“

“Great experience! Super nice people there who are willing to collaborate. I would definitely go back!“

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

“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“

“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 !!!“

“@Chonny562.tattoo is a master when it comes to tattoos and design. He nails it every time and makes the process effortless. Studio is super clean and great vibes all around. I made another appointment right away and can't wait to admire my ink for years to come.“

“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!“

“The best and most beautiful shop in the world for shureI get a tattoo with Miguel and I love itCan’t wait to come back againAll the guys are amazing and crazy talented“

“Wonderful group of talented people in a beautiful, private studio in the Art's District in Downtown Los Angeles.“

“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.“

“I've been tattooed by Heather Bailey at Holy Union four times now and am totally in love with each piece. All four are custom designs and they've all healed beautifully with incredible colors and shading. She has such a wealth of artistic and technical knowledge that she's able to make all kinds of designs work in terms of how they fit on the body, flow with other pieces and simply feel right. All that said, her flash is incredible and I'm always tempted by it. So if you're having trouble deciding on a custom piece, she has a ton of great options that are as strong as her custom work.The shop itself is beautifully curated with artists' original flash, paintings and assorted art reflecting their passions and interests. It's an environment that feels rooted in the history of tattoo shops and you feel that excitement walking in, but it's also different from other shops in unique ways. There's so many custom and curated parts of the shop to soak in while you're getting tattooed. And as others have mentioned, the shop soundtrack is always on point. From beloved favorites to songs you're hearing for the first time, it all fits perfectly. And there's great food and coffee / juice options within walking distance to enjoy before and after.The shop has such a diverse clientele and everyone is always treated with so much respect and professionalism. Whether it's your first tattoo or you're almost totally covered, you're going to feel comfortable. All the staff and artists are really great. I just wrapped a tattoo and can't wait to be back again.“

“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“

“I had an incredible experience at Malaka Tattoo Collective, thanks to the Amazing Wendy. Not only is she a talented artist, but she's also a genuinely beautiful person, both inside and out. Her attention to detail is impeccable, and she was incredibly patient throughout the entire process. Getting tattooed by Wendy felt like being with a close friend- her warm personality and kind soul made the experience truly special. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a high-quality, meaningful work. I'll definitely be coming back for another tattoo.“

“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“

“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!“

“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“

“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.“

“I want to express my true appreciation and excitement of your beautiful job in words! thank you again for the absolute professional tatoo you have done.
To all who’s reading my review, I would say he’s really experienced for what he’s doing, extremely friendly and patiently listen and care what exactly each individual is asking for!
Can’t be thankful enough for taking the time to work with me and for creating the drawing ahead of time. I absolutely love it and I truly could not be any happier with the result.
I would definitely recommend this tattoo shop for anyone interested in professional job on their tattoo.“