Best Neo Traditional Tattoo Artists in Chicago, IL
Top neo traditional tattoo artists in Chicago, IL ranked by review evidence.
1. Lexi
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos & Tooth Gems
HIGH
14 mentions
"The whole process was so easy start to finish. 10/10 would recommend Lexi and Crispy Aura if you're looking for a Chicago shop!"
2. Jess
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos & Tooth Gems
HIGH
8 mentions
"Jess did an amazing job on my tattoo! She took feedback really well on the design and nailed it! She was super helpful in helping me decide"
3. Linh
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos & Tooth Gems
HIGH
9 mentions
"I worked with Linh (@petitetats) and she is LOVELY and a very skilled artist! She took time with creating my design and it turned out even be"
4. Cate
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos & Tooth Gems
HIGH
7 mentions
"Cate did my tattoo, and I was so impressed at every single step!!! The studio is clean and very cute, all the artists were kind and professi"
5. Ash ✓ verified
at Crispy Aura Fine Line Tattoos & Tooth Gems
HIGH
6 mentions
"xperiences with Crispy Aura for both of my tattoos! I can’t recommend Ash and Jess enough. 🩵
I got my first tattoo from Jess and I couldn’t have asked for a better experience! I a"
6. David
at Mind Crusher Tattoo
HIGH
19 mentions
"Got my tattoo done by David. He was very kind and had a steady hand."
7. Brandon
at Mind Crusher Tattoo
HIGH
5 mentions
"Best tattoo place ever this was done by Brandon"
8. Mind Crusher ✓ verified
at Mind Crusher Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
@mindcrushertattoo
"5 stars
100% on rotten tomatoes
10/10
I recommend Mind Crusher and Kalm. Such a great experience and will definitely go back for any and all future tats :)
Walk in welcome and frie"
9. Kalm
at Mind Crusher Tattoo
HIGH
2 mentions
"Kalm was my artist, he was so great and made sure I was comfortable and confident throughout the process. I got a script tattoo on my lower"
10. Brenton
at Mind Crusher Tattoo
MED
2 mentions
"eference pics. I will absolutely be coming back to get work done by Brenton. 💜☮️✨"
11. Alex
at Speakeasy Custom Tattoo
HIGH
13 mentions
"Alex did an amazing job with my memorial tattoo! Had him add some of his own design to the image and I couldn't be happier."
12. Dina
at Speakeasy Custom Tattoo
HIGH
5 mentions
"Highly recommend Dina litun, the quality of her work I would kill for, thankfully they accept cash lol"
13. Evgenii
at Speakeasy Custom Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
"ii Matsapura. Brigitta tattooed Doc Holliday on my side and Evgenii did the vampire on my arm from Sinners. They both turned out exactly as I wanted them to. I will continue having"
14. Alex Prequel
at Speakeasy Custom Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
"100/10, absolutely recommend! Alex Prequel did a kintsugi inspired sleeve based on inspiration art I sent him and I could not be any happier!! Brilliant color, amazing li"
16. Cori ✓ verified
at Logan Square Tattoo
HIGH
13 mentions
"Highly recommend Cori for precision and great artistry."
17. Gifford
at Logan Square Tattoo
HIGH
8 mentions
"Had an amazing experience!! My artist Gifford is extremely talented and highly recommend!"
18. Pablo ✓ verified
at Logan Square Tattoo
HIGH
5 mentions
"Pablo did a cover-up/rework of a cover up I got done a couple years ago that I wasn’t happy with. A lot of artists I reached out to wouldn’t"
19. Logan Square ✓ verified
at Logan Square Tattoo
HIGH
5 mentions
"Highly recommend Logan Square Tattoo and Allie specifically.
It’s always hard to pick a shop, especially in a place like Chicago with so many. Cam"
20. Allie ✓ verified
at Logan Square Tattoo
HIGH
4 mentions
"y partner for a random walk-in while we were in Chicago and got tattooed by Allie and Cori. They were both great tattooers with fantastic 'bedside manner.' They answered my partner"
21. Yulia
at Tattoo Art Chicago
HIGH
5 mentions
"very clean, and organized and the staff is professional. I worked with Yulia and she was amazing! She took the time to make sure the tattoo design, size and position were what I wa"
22. Gady ✓ verified
at Tattoo Art Chicago
HIGH
5 mentions
"BEWARE Gady did my tattoo at Speakeasy years ago and after I took the tape off (healing process) I had to go to the hospital because my skin was ra"
23. Hi ✓ verified
at Tattoo Art Chicago
HIGH
3 mentions
@tattooartchicago
"his shop. He is punctual, professional, clean, and so kind.
His work is absolutely gorgeous. Can't wait for my next appointment!
The shop is clean and cozy. They have snacks and dr"
24. Aleh
at Tattoo Art Chicago
HIGH
2 mentions
"Great tattoo shop!!!! Aleh is awesome and recommend him to anyone looking for a realistic tattoo."
25. Jako
at Tattoo Art Chicago
HIGH
2 mentions
"yone there is so kind and the atmosphere is super chill, My artist Jako is a very kind and talented artist and you can really tell how much he loves what he does! Im glad that he’"
26. Vik ✓ verified
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
12 mentions
"Great experience! 12/10 Vik did a memorial tattoo of my dad and the result was incredible. He guided me through the design, made suggestions to enhance the outcome"
27. Naz ✓ verified
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
6 mentions
"Naz did an amazing job on my tattoo. Had a tattoo done a year ago and started to look bad and he made it look 100 times better."
28. Viktor
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
4 mentions
"I recently had a portrait done by Viktor, it looks amazing and I couldn’t be happier. The shop is clean . The artist also took the time to explain in detail the after"
29. Ivan ✓ verified
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
3 mentions
"tter than I expected — couldn’t be happier with it!
Highly recommend Ivan! Super talented and great at his work."
30. Andres ✓ verified
at Chicago Realism Tattoos
HIGH
1 mention
"Andres is incredible and this shop is awesome. My Tank passed away recently and seeing the previous work Andres had done I knew he was my gu"
31. Shred ✓ verified
at Shred's Inferno Custom Tattoos
HIGH
11 mentions
@shredsinferno
"Highly recommend Shred’s Inferno, Shred is an amazing artist. I’ve been a returning customer since 2021, he has done 3 tattoos on me, 2 cover ups o"
32. Miguel
at Shred's Inferno Custom Tattoos
HIGH
2 mentions
"done. Clean, organized, and friendly people working there. Miguel was the artist, and he did a wonderful job. I came in, made an appointment, told him my idea, and came back a few "
33. Klaus
at Code of Conduct Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"Klaus is the best. I have done at least 15 hours with him on new chest and cover up tattoos. He’s so skilled."
34. Mike
at Code of Conduct Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"Super nice shop! Mike is the best! He is so nice and personable, makes you feel comfortable. He does amazing work, even though I got a small tattoo, his atte"
35. Erin ✓ verified
at Brown Brothers Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"rom Erin, who has a really cool and fun selection of flash. Erin did my tattoo and Max did my partner’s. They both came out phenomenal. Erin is incredibly quick and steady-handed. "
36. Max ✓ verified
at Brown Brothers Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"lly cool and fun selection of flash. Erin did my tattoo and Max did my partner’s. They both came out phenomenal. Erin is incredibly quick and steady-handed. She was done with my pi"
37. Thi ✓ verified
at Fudo Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"my dream in mind, and walked out with my dream on my body. This tattoo is an homage to my homeland of Israel, and this helps me feel like I am always back home, wherever I may be. "
38. Helen ✓ verified
at Tattoo Union
HIGH
1 mention
"I was recommended by a friend to get my helix and flat done by Helen at tattoo union in 2024. And they did not disappoint!!! The environment was cool yet comfortable. I have gotta "
39. Tim ✓ verified
at Goodkind Tattoo - Chicago
HIGH
1 mention
"Tim did my tattoo and absolutely killed it! Would definitely recommend!"
40. Ivy ✓ verified
at Old Town Tatu
HIGH
1 mention
"I can’t recommend Ivy enough! From the very first consultation, her communication was excellent, making me feel confident every step of the way. She"
41. Nick ✓ verified
at Timeless Tattoos Chicago
HIGH
1 mention
"peaks volumes about his skill and professionalism. I highly recommend Nick to anyone looking for quality, precision, and a true artist who respects the meaning behind the ink."
42. Jay ✓ verified
at Noble Coyote Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"tattoo and having Jay lay it down is very special. I cannot recommend Jay enough. Go check out Jay and this great business. You won’t be disappointed."