Best Tattoo Shops In New Orleans

Below are the best 25 tattoo shops in New Orleans picked by BestProsInTown

“Amazing experience! Dominic was very professional but also super friendly. This was my first tattoo so I was a little nervous at first, but Dominic was very understanding and walked me through the whole process step by step. I got matching tattoos with my siblings and we are all beyond happy with our tattoos! I'd give six stars if I could!Services: Tattoo aftercare“

4.9 Superb117 Reviews

“I was in town for a few days and wanted to get some work done. The whole shop was awesome. Kevin was my artist and he did absolutely amazing and worked on his day off. It was a great experience and glad I stopped in.“

5 Superb46 Reviews

“Hands down the best experience at a tattoo shop ever (with the exception of my personal friend and tattoo artist back home). The shop is impeccably clean. We were there as a group to get tattoos for my youngest 21 birthday and we are all extremely happy with the pieces we got done. Keith was extremely professional, friendly and TALENTED!!! His art work (and line work) is top notch. Not to mention, his cleaning and hygiene protocol is extremely thorough!!! Already looking forward to being back in NOLA my next tattoo!!!“

5 Superb39 Reviews

“Highly recommend this shop!! The work is great! Flex was amazing, kind and very gentle! He made the whole experience for my husband and I great! We will definitely be coming back for more work!“

4.8 Superb179 Reviews

“I came here with a friend getting her first tattoo and ended up getting one myself!!We did a walk in on a Sunday afternoon and the staff was super kind and accommodating to our walk in and my friend's feedback/changes for her tattoo. Wes and Roman were so cool! Wes was our artist and I highly recommend his work. Super professional and easy to work with all around!Thanks for a great experience for my friend's first tattoo and for my New Orleans tattoo bucket list check!“

4.8 Superb108 Reviews

“This place was amazing! The work looks incredible, the tattoos are affordable, and the staff was extremely kind easy to talk to! 11/10 I will definitely be going back“

4.8 Superb86 Reviews

“I had a fantastic experience with Brandi at SwampWater Studio! I came in, showed her my reference photo, and she scheduled me the same day. When I arrived for my appointment she was prepared, respectful, and very quick! Her pricing is fair and her shop and demeanor are so comfortable and inviting. I’ll definitely be going back for my future tattoos!“

5 Superb24 Reviews

“Kenny was amazing, super chill and very kind for my first tattoo. Lovely people and atmosphere, great place“

5 Superb22 Reviews

“Reached out yesterday afternoon and received a response quickly. A friend and I worked with Markus. He was super polite and patient, had great suggestions and was easy to work with if we wanted to change something. His demeanor was very calming. I had designed a small, simple piece. He kept very true to it, but made it much better. Art work / portfolio was outstanding. It was as a great experience.“

4.8 Superb44 Reviews

“One of the cleanest shops in the city, in terms of the quality of work coming from each artist as well as the shop itself; it's gorgeous. I should also mention that between each artist they have just about any style you could ask for covered. Oh and did I mention how personable and courteous they are? It's no wonder why this place has such a good reputation.“

4.8 Superb35 Reviews

“Scott was awesome! I messaged him a couple of weeks before coming to New Orleans with a group of 5 we all had ideas on what we wanted he redesigned some of are ideas and they all came out amazing. I highly recommend. Thanks for the ink and for the Frankenstein drawing“

4.8 Superb25 Reviews

“I found We Bleed Ink Tattoos and Piercing on TikTok and decided to try them out this weekend while I was in New Orleans. I WAS NOT DISAPPOINTED!! PJ was amazing, he listened to what I wanted and was honest about what would work. He is exceptionally patient with me as this was my first tattoo. If you are scared or nervous come here and ask for PJ he is awesome for first timers. Will be coming back in December for phase two. I cannot rave about this studio. The atmosphere was on point and very welcoming! Love it!Service: Tattoos“

4.7 Superb87 Reviews

“I just had the most AMAZING experience at Artist Lodge getting a tattoo done by Amber. She was professional, nice, funny, and is so very talented. She put so much care into my personalized piece and designed a tattoo that felt very true to who I am and what I wanted. This was my first tattoo, she worked quickly, and the lines and shading were sooooo neat. I’m so in love with this piece and will be back for more!The tattoo parlor itself is very clean, and has a very laidback and comfortable feel. Check them out!“

5 Superb7 Reviews

“Crest Coast Tattoo are very friendly and professional. His work shows skill and patience. I will be returning to get more tattoos from him.Services: Color ink tattoos“

5 Superb6 Reviews

“Brielle was absolutely amazing, best vibe and amazing, careful and intentional work. Loved everything!“

4.7 Superb24 Reviews

“Shelby Crow did a fantastic job on my wife's newest tattoo, and is a very talented, pleasant, and personable artist.“

4.6 Superb39 Reviews

“I have used Jim 3 times for tattoos and he has killed it every time. My latest was a hammerhead shark dressed as a cop, in memory of my dad. Everyone here is spectacular but everything Jim does makes me happy. Will continue coming back every trip to the big easy!Services: Solid black work tattoos“

4.6 Superb169 Reviews

“A small group of us popped in to ELT and all got the same type of flash. The staff was great. The stories were awesome!“

4.5 Superb237 Reviews

“Fast and friendly service. Tattoos turned out beautiful, Yoko was extremely knowledgeable and helpful.Sad to see such a great shop closing, best of luck to all the staff as they move on!“

4.4 Superb149 Reviews

“Absolutely the best Tattoo artists in New Orleans, very professional and kind! Great work!“

4.4 Superb151 Reviews

“I had an hour to kill during my stay in NOLA. I decided I needed another piercing. The place has a very relaxed vibe but I was helped immediately. I had maybe a 15 minute wait for my turn, which is awesome for a walk in. Piercer was friendly and helpful. I got my piercing and was back to my hotel before my hour was up. Will definitely keep them in mind for my next visit.“

4.2 Good91 Reviews

“Great experience! Me and three other friends were in town for a girls trip and we decided to get a matching tattoo. We all decided to get a Mardi Gras mask and.Sqee is the one who did all four of us. She is absolutely phenomenal. She’s adorable, she has a great personality. She’s extremely talented and it was a great experience.“

4 Good49 Reviews

“Clean and eccentric facility with friendly and helpful staff. They are also very professional and knowledgeable. My daughter's nose piercing was literally the perfect size and in the perfect spot. It was beautiful. I like the private tables being walls for our piercing experience. Erik was so much fun!We'll be back !“

3.9 Good43 Reviews

“Great art work real easy to work with and understand the art works of the tattoos designs are great“

4 Good60 Reviews

“I went to NOLA for work/fun the beginning of February. As my friends & I are known for getting spontaneous tattoos I can say I’m so incredibly glad we found this shop! We rolled up around midnight to do 5 walk in tattoos & they were so accommodating! Everyone in the shop was so nice & funny, & they were just as hyped about the tattoos as we were! If I ever get the opportunity to go through NOLA again, I will 110% be droppin in! Devin did my tattoos and freaking killed it. The line work is so clean & they’re both so beautiful! I’m so glad I could meet these great artist & spend some fun time in their shop! 10/10 would recommend please stop by if you’re in NOLA it’s definitely worth the trip!“

3.9 Good115 Reviews

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