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Top 10 Tattoo Studios in Los Angeles (2026)

Ranked by Google rating and number of reviews. All studios verified by TatScout.

This is TatScout's ranking of the 10 highest-rated tattoo studios in Los Angeles. The order is decided by data, not advertising: studios are sorted by their verified Google rating first and total review volume second, so the studios with the strongest, most consistent customer feedback rise to the top. Across the 10 rated studios in this list, the average rating is 4.8 from 5,633 Google reviews.

Leading the list is Baron Art Tattoo & Piercing Studio (5★, 869 reviews). The most common specialisms among these studios are Blackwork, Japanese and Fine Line, with price levels spanning €€, and 3 of the ten welcome walk-ins.

For the full directory of every studio in Los Angeles — with filters for style, walk-ins and more — see the complete city guide below.

#1
Baron Art Tattoo & Piercing Studio tattoo studio

Baron Art Tattoo & Piercing Studio

818 E 3rd St Ste B

(869 reviews)

BlackworkJapaneseTribalNeo-Traditional

Ranked #1: 5★ from 869 reviews · stands out for Blackwork · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 93/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

✓ Walk-ins welcome
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#2
The Honorable Society Tattoo Shop tattoo studio

The Honorable Society Tattoo Shop

8424 Santa Monica Blvd # B

(1741 reviews)

JapaneseRealismGeometric

Ranked #2: 4.9★ from 1,741 reviews · stands out for Japanese · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 95/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

✓ Walk-ins welcome
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#3
Mantle Tattoo tattoo studio

Mantle Tattoo

705 S Olive St A

(1070 reviews)

WatercolorJapaneseGeometric

Ranked #3: 4.9★ from 1,070 reviews · stands out for Watercolor · TatScout Score 89/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

#4
Old Tradition Tattoo tattoo studio

Old Tradition Tattoo

6548 Hollywood Blvd

(660 reviews)

Fine LineBlackwork

Ranked #4: 4.9★ from 660 reviews · stands out for Fine Line · TatScout Score 78/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

#5
ARTISTA by Motis TATTOOS tattoo studio

ARTISTA by Motis TATTOOS

1543 N La Brea Ave Unit 208

(358 reviews)

Fine LineBlackwork

Ranked #5: 4.9★ from 358 reviews · stands out for Fine Line · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 75/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

✓ Walk-ins welcome
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#6
The Fig Leaf Tattoo tattoo studio

The Fig Leaf Tattoo

5308 N Figueroa St

(160 reviews)

Fine LineIllustrativeJapaneseNeo-Traditional

Ranked #6: 4.9★ from 160 reviews · stands out for Fine Line · TatScout Score 65/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

#7
Generation8Tattoo tattoo studio

Generation8Tattoo

7216 Melrose Ave

(281 reviews)

MinimalistIllustrativeTraditional

Ranked #7: 4.7★ from 281 reviews · stands out for Minimalist · TatScout Score 66/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

#8
Supersweet Tattoos and Coffee tattoo studio

Supersweet Tattoos and Coffee

1345-1347

(268 reviews)

Fine LineJapanese

Ranked #8: 4.6★ from 268 reviews · stands out for Fine Line · TatScout Score 64/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

#9
BLACK TOWER TATTOO STUDIO tattoo studio

BLACK TOWER TATTOO STUDIO

4060 W Pico Blvd

(84 reviews)

BlackworkGeometricFine Line

Ranked #9: 4.6★ from 84 reviews · stands out for Blackwork · TatScout Score 54/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

#10
Balam Tattoo Studio tattoo studio

Balam Tattoo Studio

2032 W Washington Blvd

(142 reviews)

BlackworkMinimalist

Ranked #10: 4.5★ from 142 reviews · stands out for Blackwork · TatScout Score 54/100.

A well-regarded tattoo studio in Los Angeles known for quality artistry and professional service.

FAQ, Getting a tattoo in Los Angeles

Which is the #1 tattoo studio in Los Angeles?

Baron Art Tattoo & Piercing Studio tops the list in Los Angeles, with a 5/5 rating from 869 Google reviews, and is known for Blackwork work.

How are the top 10 tattoo studios in Los Angeles ranked?

Each studio is ranked by its verified Google rating first and its review volume second. The 10 rated studios in this list average 4.8/5 across 5,633 reviews, so every entry has earned its place on real customer feedback rather than advertising.

What tattoo styles are popular among the best studios in Los Angeles?

Among the top 10, the most common specialisms are Blackwork, Japanese, Fine Line and Geometric. Check each studio's portfolio to find the artist whose style matches your idea.

Do the top tattoo studios in Los Angeles accept walk-ins?

3 of the top 10 studios in Los Angeles welcome walk-ins, though the best artists are often booked weeks ahead — call to confirm same-day availability.

How much does a tattoo cost at the best studios in Los Angeles?

Price levels across the top 10 in Los Angeles range €€. As a guide, expect €80–€200 for a small piece and €150–€300+ per hour for larger custom work, with the highest-rated studios charging premium rates.

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