Best Tattoo Shops In San Francisco

Below are the best 25 tattoo shops in San Francisco picked by BestProsInTown

“Disodr took very good care of me. So happy with the way the tattoo came out and i can't wait to see what else he comes up with ^.^“

5 Superb249 Reviews

“I spent a long time trying to find the perfect tattoo artist for a very personal tattoo. After a year + of browsing, I came across Gauge, who exceeded even my highest level of expectations.From the beginning, Gauge was extremely accommodating and made sure I was comfortable both physically and mentally. It's easy to tell that Gauge put a lot of thought into the tattoo design, making sure it was perfectly aligned to what I wanted.I just finished getting my tattoo, and had to run home and share feedback with how happy I am about the results as they were just that fantastic! I can't recommend Gauge enough for your next tattoo! I know I'll be going back“

4.9 Superb139 Reviews

“Zoe did a fantastic job and is a phenomenal artist. She made all the adjustments to my tattoo that I asked for and got the job done quick. One couldn't ask for a better experience from a tattoo shop.“

5 Superb39 Reviews

“Great front desk customer service, I came in for a vertical labret piercing, Jake did an amazing job, super gentle and easy.Maritza Lopez“

4.8 Superb261 Reviews

“thankyou sierra for tattooing me!! i’ll be back forever :) studio itself is gorgeous, femme, chic and always playing the right music :)“

4.9 Superb57 Reviews

“Good service, everyone is friendly, the place is clean and tidy, for me it was a good experience...“

4.9 Superb49 Reviews

“I had a great experience working with Sai. She was easy to work with and is super friendly and easy to talk to! Can't wait to come back!“

5 Superb29 Reviews

“Juni and everyone at the shop were super friendly and helpful! I came here to start a full sleeve with Horimitsu who was visiting at the time and everyone was amazing to deal with especially it being my first ever tattoo!I definitely recommend diamond club tattoo if you're ever in the area. Whether it's your first tattoo or one of many others you'll be guaranteed a great experience with an amazing staff and artists!“

4.8 Superb61 Reviews

“I swore I would never get a tattoo if it was going to be a "copy and paste" design. I'm so glad I found Oliver and discovered and artist that wants to create a masterpiece for their clients to cherish for a lifetime. This was my first tattoo and Oliver worked diligently with me to set up my design and carefully listened to all the minor edits, design questions, and general knowledge requests I had. He was even willing to experiment with black light ink for my design when I requested it. If you're looking for an artist who puts as much care into their art as you have for your dream tattoo design, Oliver is definitely the one to go with!“

5 Superb18 Reviews

“Emily is an absolute angel. They tattoo'd my friend for his first tattoo and it was a wonderful time. Super sweet super fun lots of laughing and very comfortable. And on top of that a gorgeous tattoo!!!“

4.8 Superb57 Reviews

“Gosh I love this place! Everyone that works here is an amazing artist in their own right. I've been traveling out from CO for years, my most recent trip I started a lower leg sleeve of sea creatures and my octopus is absolutely gorgeous! Y'all rock and I can't wait for my next trip out!“

4.8 Superb50 Reviews

“super cool people, really nice environment. they accepted our walk in and were super easy going. would come again 10/10“

4.8 Superb46 Reviews

“My brother and I went on Saturday as walk in's and Angel (not the owner) did a amazing job on our tattoo. We have received so many compliments. He was very friendly and very detailed. Thanks Angel for a great tattoo which will forever give my brother and I a special memory.“

4.8 Superb41 Reviews

“Frisco is the best. If you’re looking for a good experience, Bea has the softest hand and such an eye for detail. Thanks for making me so beautiful Bea :)“

4.9 Superb20 Reviews

“First time getting a tatto and franky did an amazing job ! That’s wassup ! Thank you frank, looks sick ???!“

4.8 Superb37 Reviews

“Jason did an amazing job on my bay laurel shoulder tattoo and it was really enjoyable working with him. Highly recommend.“

4.8 Superb32 Reviews

“Sasha is amazing. Not only is she kind and caring but is a true artist. After having a double mastectomy she was able to create 3D nipples that look surprisingly close to the originals. She has helped me regain some of my confidence in the beauty of my broken body and helped me realize what a gift life really is. I am immensely grateful for her talent and ability to read the situation and talk me through the process. I would highly recommend her!“

5 Superb11 Reviews

“It's been a few months now, and the tattoos that my parents and I got from Alena still look fantastic. Alena was very kind and patient throughout the entire process, from booking to consultation and design to getting the tattoos themselves. We absolutely could not recommend her enough! It was my parents' first time getting tattoos, and she made the experience not only comfortable for them but also a pleasant and memorable experience. Totally worth the wait!“

5 Superb11 Reviews

“I came in yesterday to get a tattoo done by Morrigan (@oat.mililku on instagram) and had the best experience. I filled out her booking form (very user friendly) and she got back to me within a few days with an estimate and her availability. The shop itself is super cute and clean, and they have water/snacks for clients to consume throughout their appointment. She went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and was patient beyond belief. I took almost an hour to decide where I wanted to tattoo placed and she was extremely patient despite the fact that she had to re-stencil multiple times. During the tattooing process, she was constantly checking in and making sure I was comfortable. I had the best experience and would love to get more work done by her!Spark Notes: super cute/clean shop! Morrigan is awesome! I'd give her more than five stars if I could!“

4.8 Superb26 Reviews

“Jess is a dream maker. The process was smooth and I could not be happier with the final product. The studio is clean and inviting. Jess is friendly, thorough, a fast worker and overwhelmingly talented. Will definitely be back!“

4.8 Superb23 Reviews

“I walked in to the shop the first time on 10/19/22 and had a pleasure of meeting Marco. He did something I created for myself and perfect it! I kept going back, I got 5 more after that and few more to come… I love working with him. He loves what he does and it shows. He works hard and authentic. I highly recommend him!!! Thank you Marco for being you ?“

4.7 Superb101 Reviews

“I was waiting in line at arsicault, the bakery next door to get some croissants and saw a sign that said “walk ins welcome.” I was so happy to have found this place to get my haircut at. As a simple man who likes simple scissor cuts, it can be hard to find someone who can do simple well. Joey did a fantastic job giving me exactly what I wanted for a very fair price.“

4.7 Superb86 Reviews

“Nice and handsome team! Got a Tattoo on my last vacation day. Good price for a good tattoo. Thx for the memory“

4.8 Superb18 Reviews

“Had an excellent time getting tattooed by Steffan Ross at Idle Hand. He was really kind and quick. Everyone was super friendly and the shop was clean and nicely decorated. 10/10 would recommend and visit again. Thanks!Services: Color ink tattoos“

4.7 Superb79 Reviews

“Shannon is just simply the best! She is incredibly talented as an artist and has her own style but she is also very flexible with accommodating your wants for the tattoo. I swear she reads my mind, I tell her what I want and she delivers it in a way that captures both the aesthetic and emotion that I am hoping for in my body art. She's not like other tattoo artists that won't venture outside of one particular style which I super appreciate. Well rounded, super creative, and just all around wonderful human being. Highly recommend! And if you plan on booking, understand that Shannon has always been in very high demand, and this is very common with tattoo artists, so exercise some patience and compassion like you would with any other small local business!“

4.8 Superb17 Reviews

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