Best Traditional Tattoo Artists in San Diego, CA
Top traditional tattoo artists in San Diego, CA ranked by review evidence.
1. Jadd ✓ verified
at Sailor's Grave Tattoo Gallery
HIGH
9 mentions
"I love my tattoo!! Jadd is amazing and I highly recommend Sailor's Grave for any cover-ups you might be needing!"
2. Josh ✓ verified
at Sailor's Grave Tattoo Gallery
HIGH
6 mentions
"truck (2hours)
All around an amazing experience!!
Strongly recommend Josh and Sailors Graves Tattoos!!"
3. Mikey ✓ verified
at Sailor's Grave Tattoo Gallery
HIGH
5 mentions
"e board and time flew by while I was getting my piece done! Mikey was my artist (awesome handiwork and super chill), and the same could be said for everyone that was working at the"
4. Trevor
at Sailor's Grave Tattoo Gallery
MED
2 mentions
"This was second getting tattooed & I’m SO happy with them! Trevor is amazing! Highly recommend👌🏻"
5. Nick Rank
at Sailor's Grave Tattoo Gallery
MED
1 mention
"Did a walk-in at Sailors Grave Tattoo Gallery and got tattooed by Nick Rank. Awesome experience from start to finish. Nick is super focused, thorough, and clearly takes a lot of pr"
6. Colton ✓ verified
at Chapter One Tattoo
HIGH
4 mentions
"Ive been coming here to see Colton for nearly 8 years. Does solid work. This shop is great. Clean and professional. Anyone will feel comfortable here."
7. Casey ✓ verified
at Chapter One Tattoo
HIGH
4 mentions
"One of the nicest shops I've been in. Casey tattooed me and did an awesome job. Everyone seemed easy to work with there."
8. Hi ✓ verified
at Chapter One Tattoo
HIGH
4 mentions
"y Cash is an exceptional artist and respected in his field. His portfolio alone speaks for itself, but the experience was so much more. Cash is friendly and polite. He offers his c"
9. Cash ✓ verified
at Chapter One Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
@cashscotttattoo
"I spent the last couple months getting my arm done by Cash. I went in with no tattoos and came out with an incredible sleeve. The whole shop is courteous, with great vibes, and wel"
10. Yvonne
at Chapter One Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
"taining decor and art. Very clean and sanitary environment. Yvonne is the best!! Very beautiful soul and extremely talented! Thank you guys!!"
11. Phil
at Tahiti Felix's Master Tattoo and Museum
HIGH
3 mentions
"riend's tattoo looks great today. Everyone's does. I highly recommend Phil even if you're not looking for American Traditional (he does more styles, check his Instagram)."
12. Ray Prather ✓ verified
at Tahiti Felix's Master Tattoo and Museum
HIGH
2 mentions
"Had a great experience today as a walk in rib tattoo, my artist Ray Prather was quick, helpful, kind, and professional! Could not recommend this location or artist more!"
13. Shawn Henry
at Tahiti Felix's Master Tattoo and Museum
MED
2 mentions
"e going back 70 years and 3 generations, this is it. Highly recommend Shawn Henry. Incredible, crisp lines and vibrant colors. His custom work is off the chain."
14. Buddy
at Tahiti Felix's Master Tattoo and Museum
MED
2 mentions
"I highly recommend Buddy. He's very talented!"
15. Painless Al ✓ verified
at Tahiti Felix's Master Tattoo and Museum
HIGH
1 mention
"I walked in and helped me right away. Got my small tattoos done by Painless Al Avila and the experience and conversation was great. I most definitely recommend this place. Thanks f"
16. Cody ✓ verified
at Seven Seas Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"rlor with flash all over the walls. I was a walk in and the artist Cody was wonderful artist and a nice dude. I had no idea what I wanted and said I like nature tats and wanted to "
17. Seven Seas ✓ verified
at Seven Seas Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
@sevenseastattoosd
"mosphere was clean and cool with some groovy music. Highly recommend Seven Seas. Oh,……and the price was very reasonable."
18. Tony
at Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach
HIGH
5 mentions
"Tony did a great job on my sobriety appreciation tattoo aka cross. Great work"
19. Erik
at Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach
HIGH
4 mentions
"elped me narrow down a font and style for my tattoo. Highly recommend asking for Erik!!"
20. Marc
at Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach
HIGH
4 mentions
"Marc did an amazing portrait tattoo. He had great skills and can tell he paid attention to the smallest details. I am very happy with my 1"
21. Andrew
at Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach
HIGH
3 mentions
"Andrew is the best tattoo artist in town! Would not let anyone else ink me."
22. Kipper
at Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach
HIGH
3 mentions
"Kipper is the best !! Made me feel comfortable and did amazing on my tattoo. Definitely a great place to stop by or schedule with. They acce"
23. Miguel
at Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio
LOW
1 mention
"I got my tattoo done by Miguel and the experience was flawless from start to finish. The shop is clean, professional, and has a great atmosphere. Miguel too"
24. Johnathon
at Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio
LOW
1 mention
"Johnathon did an amazing job really quick and easy for my first time. Amazing work and very friendly! Will definitely be coming back thank y"
25. Mariana
at Family Business Tattoo San Diego
HIGH
8 mentions
"I've had two tattoos done by Mariana and can't recommend her enough! She's not only detail oriented and precise but also the sweetest person. The vibe at Family"
26. Family Business ✓ verified
at Family Business Tattoo San Diego
HIGH
4 mentions
@familybusinesstattoosd
"ith my tattoos and will absolutely be coming back. I highly recommend Family Business Tattoo, especially Mariana and Ronaldo, to anyone looking for high-quality American traditiona"
27. Carrie
at Family Business Tattoo San Diego
HIGH
4 mentions
"just happens to be insanely talented with needles ;) can’t recommend Carrie enough!!"
28. Yasser
at Family Business Tattoo San Diego
HIGH
3 mentions
"tattoo cover-up at Family Business Tattoo San Diego by the artist Yasser. I am so impressed and stoked about my new tattoo. he works with absolutely professional hands with on Po"
29. Bobbi
at Family Business Tattoo San Diego
HIGH
2 mentions
"t truly took the stress out of my first tattoo. When you go ask for Bobbi, she will make your vision come to life! I’ve caught the bug thanks to her lol."
30. Terry ✓ verified
at Remington Tattoo Parlor
HIGH
19 mentions
"We fly down to Remington from the Bay Area to get work done by Terry. Great artists as well as great people in a cool little neighborhood. 5 stars all day. 👍"
31. Jasmine ✓ verified
at Remington Tattoo Parlor
HIGH
8 mentions
"orates photos I’ve taken of one of our local estuaries, and Jasmine did an incredible job turning them into a stunning, artistic layout. I genuinely feel like I have a piece of art"
32. Remington ✓ verified
at Remington Tattoo Parlor
HIGH
3 mentions
@remingtontattoo
"but not too bad, that is not the shops fault.
10/10, would recommend Remington and Terry 100%. great experience, great vibes and i will be going back to get more when time, money "
33. Shannon
at Remington Tattoo Parlor
HIGH
3 mentions
"as a walk-in and they gladly accepted me. The tattoo artist Shannon did a rescue mission on a tattoo I had wanted covered up. There are beyond talented individuals that work here. "
34. James
at OYABUN TATTOO SHOP
HIGH
8 mentions
"friendly and approachable when it comes to any questions. I got tattooed by James and his work is just astonishing! Aside from talent he is very friendly and makes the tattooing pr"
35. Baki ✓ verified
at OYABUN TATTOO SHOP
HIGH
6 mentions
"detailed and professional throughout the process.
I highly recommend Baki and the team at Oyabun if you’re looking for your next tattoo.
Take a peek at his work and you can see f"
36. Yushi ✓ verified
at OYABUN TATTOO SHOP
HIGH
3 mentions
"ckest designs and truly unmatched shading ability, I highly recommend Yushi at Oyabun Tattoo.
I’m from Northwest Arkansas, and I’ve been traveling to San Diego since 2018 just to "
37. Phangs ✓ verified
at OYABUN TATTOO SHOP
HIGH
2 mentions
"Phangs was my artist of choice and let me tell you, she might be my go to person for future artwork because she did PHENOMENAL on my Sesshom"
38. Beatle
at Flying Panther Tattoo
HIGH
2 mentions
". I’m sure all other artists at this place are excellent. I recommend Beatle. He has his artwork posted on IG."
39. Propaganda ✓ verified
at Propaganda Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
@propagandatattoo
"for the beautiful work and making this so enjoyable. Highly recommend Propaganda for excellent quality tattoos and it’s a great place to go for anyone getting their first piece and"
40. Thi ✓ verified
at Propaganda Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"walked out of that session because I was so uncomfortable. This tattoo is really meaningful to me and I felt like the end result at the original place was not at all what I wanted."
41. Kevin
at Propaganda Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"I got my tattoo as a walk in and was treated very well. The artist Kevin took the time to draw a new design that I really enjoyed. As far as the tattoo I really enjoy it. There are"
42. Jason
at Propaganda Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"The shop is clean and spacious. Everyone is very friendly. Jason did my tattoo and was awesome! Very easygoing and thorough. Highly recommend!
FYI: Cash only, atm on site."
43. Shanti
at The Tattoo Temple
HIGH
2 mentions
"iscomfort which hasn't been the case before getting my work done by Shanti. There's no question as to why she is in the Top 10 tattoo artists of SD. :) I am getting my next one wit"
44. Mervin ✓ verified
at The Tattoo Temple
HIGH
2 mentions
"ng my Japanese geometric style tattoo, and I honestly can’t recommend Mervin enough. His attention to detail, precision, and deep understanding of the style really stood out, and t"
45. Stephanie
at The Tattoo Temple
LOW
1 mention
"Stephanie is awesome. I had a very specific idea in mind for a tattoo on my shoulder and she took all of my crazy ideas and turned it into a"
46. Tim ✓ verified
at Port Side Tattoo
HIGH
2 mentions
"⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Got my sleeve done by Tim and I’m beyond stoked with how it turned out. Portside is an incredible shop…tons of great artwork, stacked with talented artist"
47. Jake ✓ verified
at Port Side Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"had mentioned it to Jake and he gladly said he would do it. Jake did an incredible job! Overall, my experience was great - Jake made sure that I was happy with the artwork prior to"
48. Lion ✓ verified
at Lions Den Tattoo Studio
HIGH
1 mention
@lionsdensd
"I highly recommend Lion’s Den! The vibe is super relaxed, the place is clean, well lit, and well decorated. The staff were all really friendly and we"
49. Bryan ✓ verified
at King's Head Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"nted. The quality and detail of the tattoo is impeccable. I got tattooed by Bryan (@bryan_tattoos_sd) and he did an amazing job. I would recommend this shop to anyone, and will def"
50. Sean ✓ verified
at King's Head Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"unch of guys. They all made us feel so welcome while there. Sean did our tattoos and we LOVE them! We laughed with him the entire time. It was a really great experience and we will"
51. Marilyn
at UFF Tattoo & Piercing San Diego
LOW
1 mention
"Marilyn did my beautiful menorah tattoo and was very friendly and made fascinating conversation!"
52. Steven
at UFF Tattoo & Piercing San Diego
LOW
1 mention
"and takes pride in delivering high-quality results. Highly recommend Steven and UFF Tattoo & Piercing if you’re looking for excellent work in San Diego!"
53. Slaine ✓ verified
at Funhouse Tattoo
HIGH
6 mentions
"to see, incredibly happy. They can't "wait to draw more."
Slaine was my artist. He was kind and welcoming. The banter was great! Slaine was VERY patient with me. He answered all o"
54. Brandon ✓ verified
at Funhouse Tattoo
HIGH
5 mentions
"reat shop to get a tattoo at. I had a great experience with my artist Brandon, who did a killer job on the tattoo I wanted! The vibe and music of the shop were awesome as well. Hig"
55. Anna ✓ verified
at Funhouse Tattoo
HIGH
4 mentions
"e time. If you’re thinking about getting work done, I can’t recommend Anna enough—she’s phenomenal."
56. Alana
at Funhouse Tattoo
HIGH
4 mentions
"ed artists on board. Ive already been back twice! Check out Alana's work. A++++++ will let ink me again!"
57. Skott ✓ verified
at Funhouse Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
"Skott did a killer job on my tattoo and freshening up an old one! Off the bat had a great vibe, Skott was very professional and creative. Co"
58. Mark ✓ verified
at Saints And Sinners Tattoo Shop
HIGH
1 mention
"oo shop with talented artists. I've been getting my tattoos done by Mark for years now and each time is better than the last. Highly recommend checking them out for your next tatto"