Best Tribal Tattoo Artists in Chicago, IL
Top tribal tattoo artists in Chicago, IL ranked by review evidence.
1. Ben
at Deluxe Tattoo
HIGH
5 mentions
"Most professional tattoo experience of my life! Ben did an awesome job on a cover up for me. He came up with an awesome design, communication was great, and he did a great job. "
2. Claudio
at Deluxe Tattoo
HIGH
4 mentions
"Claudio did a great job on my tattoo I love it. I emailed him a couple of ago about some ideas and he responded quickly . He put me at ease"
3. John Wayne
at Deluxe Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
"John Wayne is the best. He’s always easy to book with and he’s always able to bring my vision to life!"
4. David
at Deluxe Tattoo
HIGH
2 mentions
"I’ve had work done by David, Troy, and Jason and I love each piece I’ve had done. My husband has had work done by Troy as well and other artist I don’t kn"
5. Troy
at Deluxe Tattoo
HIGH
3 mentions
"nd I love each piece I’ve had done. My husband has had work done by Troy as well and other artist I don’t know the names of at Deluxe and they all look fantastic. The consistency o"
6. Rosemary
at Chicago Ink Tattoo & Body Piercing
MED
2 mentions
"Rosemary did an awesome job with me and my mom. Made us feel comfortable and safe"
7. Ruben ✓ verified
at Chicago Ink Tattoo & Body Piercing
HIGH
2 mentions
"Ruben did a fantastic job on my tattoo on my left leg. This tattoo shines. It took 4 1/2 hours and it was well worth it . Go to Ruben to get"
8. Sam ✓ verified
at Chicago Ink Tattoo & Body Piercing
HIGH
1 mention
"Sam is amazing one of the very best. Greatest person here"
9. Rossmary
at Chicago Ink Tattoo & Body Piercing
LOW
1 mention
"Rossmary did my eyebrow and nose pricing fast and easy💯. I recommend her 💯"
10. Jonathan ✓ verified
at Chicago Ink Tattoo & Body Piercing
HIGH
1 mention
"i needed a red tattoo covered up and Jonathan did an amazing job. he was very nice and polite. he gave out cool stickers too. very happy with my cover up"
11. Ozzie Bulut
at Cleopatra Ink Tattoo & Piercing Chicago Studio
HIGH
2 mentions
"ago. All staff were super nice and welcoming.
Thank you to my artist Ozzie Bulut @theozzieink for bringing my vision to life."
12. Melih
at Cleopatra Ink Tattoo & Piercing Chicago Studio
LOW
1 mention
"ght artists for the job. I brought in a photo of Sid, and Melih did a fantastic job working the image until I was 100% satisfied. I originally thought it would be in color, but "
13. Angie
at Ultimate Sin Tattoo/Piercing Parlor
MED
1 mention
"I just got tattooed by Angie! She was super flexible with my appointment and she made me feel so comfortable! She sketched my piece beforehand and"
14. Danny
at Ultimate Sin Tattoo/Piercing Parlor
LOW
1 mention
"Danny did my half Gemini, half Cancer zodiac sign tattoo and absolutely killed it! The detail and creativity were on point. Super chill arti"
15. Ingrid ✓ verified
at Chicago Ink Tattoo & Body Piercing 2
HIGH
1 mention
"looking for. Came in with my cousin who also got a piercing done by Ingrid and everything went smoothly, couldn’t ask for a better experience. Highly recommend!!! 10/10"
16. 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. "
17. 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"
18. Mikey ✓ verified
at Rocket tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
@mikey.mcgrew
"oo has stood out as the best experience I’ve had thus far!! Mikey did a fantastic job with my bird today. The owner, Eddy, is also very knowledgeable. Would recommend here esp if y"
19. Theta
at Theta Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"go. I wouldn’t trust my tattoos to anyone else, and I can’t recommend Theta and Mariana highly enough."
20. Anna
at Don’t Cry Tattoo
LOW
1 mention
"ce to change your body into piece of art!
P.S. Shoutout to artist Anna for being patient 😁"
22. 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 "
23. Joel ✓ verified
at Chicago Tattoo & Piercing Co.
HIGH
1 mention
"welcoming and inclusive, and clear about all shop policies. Joel did my tattoo — he’s extremely talented and has great energy. He’s one of the coolest people I’ve ever met. I highl"
24. Kyle ✓ verified
at Red Devil Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"bes at Red Devil. Very clean with flash covering the walls. Kyle did my tattoo as a walk-in and he did a fantastic job. Very warm and welcoming place with many talented artists."
25. Pat ✓ verified
at Raven Ink Tattoo
HIGH
1 mention
"I got my tattoo done by Pat, and the whole experience was amazing! Pat was super professional, easy to talk to, and made sure I was comfortable throughout t"
26. 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!"
27. 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"
28. 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"
29. 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"
30. 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"