37 Best Tattoo Shops in New York, NY
Discover the top-rated tattoo shops and artists in New York, New York. Compare ratings, styles, and hours all in one place.
37
Total Shops
4.7 / 5
Avg Rating
19
Styles Available
New York City is one of the tattoo capitals of the world, with a dense concentration of world-class artists spread across Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. The city's scene is intensely varied — fine line and micro-realism studios sit blocks away from old-school flash shops and avant-garde experimental artists. NYC artists are often booked months in advance, so planning ahead is key. Browse InkLink's New York listings to compare styles, read reviews, and find artists whose portfolios match the work you want done.
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37 shops
5(1)
Tattoos on Broadway
New York, NY
Tattoos on Broadway is a trusted tattoo shop business located in New York, NY, committed to providing exceptional and professional tattoo services.
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5(344)
ClosedNew York Tattoo Collective
New York, NY
New York Tattoo Collective is a tattoo and piercing shop located in the East Village, NYC, emphasizing inclusivity, individuality, and expression with highly skilled staff.
Piercing Studio
PiercingsWebsite
5(42)
ClosedLuna Moth Tattoo
New York, NY
Luna Moth is a women-founded tattoo studio in New York, offering intentional artistry and a safe, compassionate space for both artists and clients.
Fine LineWatercolorNeo-Traditional+3
Website
5(117)
ClosedCake Is a Lie Tattoo Parlor
New York, NY
Cake Is a Lie Tattoo Parlor is a highly-rated tattoo shop known for its welcoming environment, cleanliness, and talented artists. Customers praise the friendly staff and the quality of the tattoo work.
Website
5(5)
ClosedDarwin enriquez Inknationstudio
New York, NY
Darwin Enriquez is a master tattoo artist with over 20 years of experience. He founded Inknation Studio in Manhattan and is known for his 3D tattoo effects and photographic precision.
RealismBlackworkGeometric+1
Website
4.9(75)
ClosedBetty's Tattoo Studio
New York, NY
Betty's Tattoo Studio specializes in custom tattoo creations, transforming aspirations into tangible artistry. They offer tattooing along with piercing services upon request.
RealismBlackworkTraditional+2
PiercingsWebsite
4.9(645)
ClosedRising Dragon Tattoos
New York, NY
Rising Dragon Tattoos is a highly-rated tattoo shop in NYC, known for providing great tattoos at good prices. They offer a variety of styles and have a team of dedicated artists.
JapaneseTribalBlackwork+2
Website
4.9(595)
ClosedInknation Studio
New York, NY
Inknation Studio is a tattoo parlor located in New York City, offering a diverse range of tattoo styles. They feature a team of artists and specialize in cover-ups and portrait tattoos.
TraditionalFine LineMinimalist+6
Website
4.9(53)
ClosedThe Hidden Rose N.Y.C. Tattoo Studio
New York, NY
The Hidden Rose NYC Tattoo Studio is a premier tattoo studio in NYC's East Village, specializing in custom tattoos, advanced cover-ups, reworks, and scar work. They offer a consultation-driven approach with experienced artists.
Cover-Up
Website
4.9(62)
ClosedLevgen
New York, NY
LEVGEN is a tattoo business run by Levgen, a professional tattoo artist from Ukraine with 15 years of experience. He specializes in tattooing and offers his services through this platform.
RealismIllustrativeBlackwork
Website
4.9(200)
ClosedSkin Design Tattoo SoHO Manhattan
New York, NY
Skin Design Tattoos is a multi-location tattoo studio offering a wide range of tattoo styles and services, including laser tattoo removal. They provide consultations and have artists specializing in various artistic approaches.
BlackworkCover-UpFine Line+5
Website
4.9(684)
ClosedBang Bang Tattoo
New York, NY
Bang Bang NYC is a renowned tattoo studio located in New York City, famous for its owner Keith "Bang Bang" McCurdy and its celebrity clientele. The studio offers tattooing services with artists specializing in tattoos.
IllustrativeFine LineBlackwork+4
Website
4.8(652)
ClosedVillage Tattoo NYC
New York, NY
Village Tattoo NYC is a tattoo and piercing studio located in New York City, offering a range of body art services. They require clients to be 18 years or older with valid ID for both tattooing and piercing.
BlackworkGeometricPiercing Studio
PiercingsWebsite
4.8(1252)
ClosedStudio 28 Piercings, Fine Jewelry, and Custom Tattoos
New York, NY
Studio 28 Tattoos & Body Piercings is a premier studio in NYC offering both tattooing and body piercing services. They welcome walk-ins and provide online appointment booking.
Piercing Studio
PiercingsWebsite
4.8(301)
ClosedFun City Tattoo
New York, NY
Fun City Tattoo is Manhattan's oldest and most in-demand tattoo shop, located in the East Village. It is known for its team of 'real artists' providing permanent and intentional tattoo work.
Flash Tattoos
Website
4.8(192)
ClosedKings Avenue Tattoo
New York, NY
Kings Avenue Tattoo is a professional tattoo shop established in 2005 by Mike Rubendall, featuring sought-after artists across multiple locations in Long Island, New York City, and Durham, NC. They focus on creating unique, tailor-made tattoos by blending inspiration with modern craftsmanship.
Traditional
Website
4.8(163)
ClosedDaredevil Tattoo
New York, NY
Daredevil Tattoo is a historic tattoo shop located in New York City's Lower East Side, opened in 1997 after the city's tattoo ban was lifted. It features several artists working in various styles and also houses a Museum of Tattoo History.
Traditional
Website
4.8(16)
ClosedNipple & Belly Button Piercing NYC
New York, NY
GomleshkoStudio is a high-quality tattoo and piercing shop that also offers laser tattoo removal. They provide professional body art services, with artists creating custom designs, and experienced piercers using sterile equipment and high-quality jewelry.
Piercing StudioTattoo Removal
PiercingsWebsite
4.8(57)
ClosedLife Needle Tattoo Studio
New York, NY
LIFE NEEDLE TATTOO STUDIO is a fine-line tattoo shop in New York, NY, dedicated to providing a clean, calm, and high-quality tattooing experience for clients and artists alike.
Fine LineFlash Tattoos
Website
4.7(228)
ClosedArt Ink Tattoo
New York, NY
Art Ink Tattoo Studio is a tattoo parlor located in New York City. The studio features a team of artists and provides aftercare information for its clients.
Website
4.7(200)
ClosedFive Points Tattoo
New York, NY
Five Points Tattoo is a New York City tattoo studio offering quality walk-in and custom tattooing, with a versatile staff experienced in various styles. They are dedicated to providing clients with the best tattoo experience in a clean and professional environment.
JapaneseFine LineCover-Up
Website
4.7(144)
ClosedEast Side Ink
New York, NY
East Side Ink is one of New York City's oldest and premier custom tattoo parlors, established in 1992. They specialize in custom tattoos and also offer laser tattoo removal and microblading.
Tattoo Removal
Website
4.7(2138)
ClosedRedink Tattoo Studio
New York, NY
REDINK TATTOO STUDIO is a business specializing in tattooing and piercing services. They frequently offer flash tattoo and piercing events, including options for 14 karat gold piercings.
Flash TattoosPiercing Studio
PiercingsWebsite
4.7(457)
ClosedRed Rocket Tattoo
New York, NY
Red Rocket Tattoo is a high-quality custom tattoo shop located in NYC, established in 1998. They offer a range of tattoo styles from resident and international guest artists, as well as piercing services.
BlackworkFine LineJapanese+2
PiercingsWebsite
4.7(147)
ClosedWhite Rabbit Tattoo Studio
New York, NY
White Rabbit Tattoo Studio is a community of experienced Journeyman & Master artists dedicated to their craft, offering high-quality tattooing services.
+1 646-329-5506Website
4.6(193)
ClosedBlack Fish Tattoo
New York, NY
BLACK FISH TATTOO is a tattoo studio located in New York, NY, offering a wide range of tattoo styles. The studio features a team of resident and master artists, each specializing in various artistic approaches.
RealismIllustrativeFine Line+6
Website
4.6(72)
ClosedFineline Tattoo
New York, NY
Fineline Tattoo is identified as Manhattan's oldest tattoo business, offering various tattoo styles. The shop features artists Mehai Bakaty and Mike Bakaty.
TraditionalFine LineBlackwork+1
Website
4.6(165)
ClosedHustle Butter Tattoo Art Gallery
New York, NY
Hustle Butter Tattoo NYC is an elegant semi-private studio in SoHo, established in 2012 by Richie Bulldog and Seth Love, featuring accomplished tattoo artists and embodying a commitment to artistry and excellence in tattoo care.
Website
4.5(233)
ClosedNYC Tattoo Studio
New York, NY
NYC Tattoo Studio is a tattoo shop located on the Bowery in Manhattan, NY. They offer various tattoo services, including flash specials, and specialize in all types of tattooing.
TraditionalFlash Tattoos
Website
4.5(233)
ClosedTATTOOIST NYC | Tattoo Studio
New York, NY
tattooist.nyc is a tattoo studio in Midtown Manhattan specializing in custom tattoos. Devran, a licensed tattoo artist, creates custom-drawn pieces in a sterile and comfortable environment.
Fine LineMinimalistBlackwork+6
Website
4.5(38)
ClosedBaNeul Tattoo
New York, NY
Baneul Tattoo is a Manhattan, NY-based tattoo shop founded by Korean tattoo artist MJ Lynch, dedicated to detail and high-quality execution. They offer custom and flash tattoos in various styles, striving to create a welcoming and safe space for all clients.
+1 646-590-2749WebsiteInstagram
Fine LineBlackworkRealism+2
4.4(205)
ClosedNYC Ink
New York, NY
NYC INK is a tattoo and body piercing studio in NYC, recognized as the Best Tattoo Shop in NYC in 2021.
Piercing Studio
PiercingsWebsite
4.4(1509)
ClosedLive By The Sword Tattoo - Soho
New York, NY
Live By The Sword Tattoo is a multi-location business specializing in professional tattooing, body piercing, and tooth gem services.
Flash TattoosPiercing Studio
PiercingsWebsite
4.3(61)
ClosedDiamond Tattoos
New York, NY
Diamond Tattoos is a tattoo studio in New York City, founded by artist Young Bae in 2009. Young Bae specializes in custom artwork, transforming clients' ideas into unique body art with a strong focus on client satisfaction.
Website
4.2(6)
Open NowDamm Nice Tattoos NYC
New York, NY
DAMM NICE Tattoo and Body Art is Westchester's premier custom tattoo studio, specializing in various tattoo styles. They also offer piercing services and are recognized as an award-winning solo artist studio.
Cover-UpBlackworkRealism+3
PiercingsWebsite
4.2(197)
ClosedInfinity Tattoo nyc
New York, NY
Infinity Tattoo is a studio where experienced artists offer professionalism and personalization to help clients achieve their tattoo desires. They specialize in a variety of styles.
TraditionalJapaneseFine Line+1
Website
3.9(214)
ClosedWest 4 Tattoo
New York, NY
West 4 Tattoo is an industry-leading tattoo and piercing shop in New York City, known for its professional artists, high safety standards, and a wide range of styles.
+1 212-924-8080Website
Fine LineTraditionalNew School+5
Piercings
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tattoo shops are in New York, NY?
There are 37 tattoo shops listed in New York, NY on InkLink Tattoo Finder. Browse all of them above to compare ratings, styles, and services.
What tattoo styles are popular in New York?
Popular tattoo styles in New York include Traditional, Neo-Traditional, Realism, Japanese, Blackwork. Use the style filter above to browse shops that specialize in your preferred style.
How do I choose a tattoo shop in New York?
Consider factors like Google ratings, specialty styles, pricing, and location. Each listing above includes ratings, services offered, and a link to the shop's full profile with hours and contact information.
Tips for Choosing a Tattoo Shop
Check reviews and ratings. Google ratings and review counts are a great starting point. Look for shops with consistently high ratings and a large number of reviews for the most reliable picture.
Review portfolios. Every reputable tattoo artist maintains a portfolio. Visit their website or social media to see examples of their work, especially in the style you want.
Consider specializations. Different artists excel in different styles — from traditional and Japanese to fine line and realism. Choose a shop where artists specialize in the style you're looking for.
Visit the shop first. A clean, professional environment is essential. Look for proper sterilization equipment, individually packaged needles, and a generally welcoming atmosphere.
Ask about pricing upfront. Most shops charge by the hour or by the piece. Get a clear quote before starting and understand the shop's deposit and cancellation policies.