#1
Timeless Tattoo
525 Central Ave SE
(101 reviews)
BlackworkDotwork
Ranked #1: 5★ from 101 reviews · stands out for Blackwork · TatScout Score 57/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
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Top 10 Tattoo Studios in Minneapolis (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 Minneapolis. 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 4,234 Google reviews.
Leading the list is Timeless Tattoo (5★, 101 reviews). The most common specialisms among these studios are Blackwork, Illustrative and Watercolor, with price levels spanning €€, and 4 of the ten welcome walk-ins.
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Most common styles in this top 10
#2
Sacred Siren Tattoo & Art Parlor
1920 Central Ave NE
(617 reviews)
IllustrativeWatercolor
Ranked #2: 4.9★ from 617 reviews · stands out for Illustrative · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 82/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
✓ Walk-ins welcome
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Jackalope Tattoo
3753 Cedar Ave S
(465 reviews)
RealismWatercolor
Ranked #3: 4.9★ from 465 reviews · stands out for Realism · TatScout Score 72/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
#4
Guns N' Needles Tattoo
2401 Dupont Ave S
(405 reviews)
BlackworkIllustrativeDotwork
Ranked #4: 4.9★ from 405 reviews · stands out for Blackwork · TatScout Score 71/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
#5
BlackEnd Tattoo Atelier
3742 23rd Ave S
(213 reviews)
BlackworkNeo-Traditional
Ranked #5: 4.8★ from 213 reviews · stands out for Blackwork · TatScout Score 63/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
#6
Uptown Tattoo
614 W 27th St
(166 reviews)
Neo-TraditionalWatercolorIllustrative
Ranked #6: 4.8★ from 166 reviews · stands out for Neo-Traditional · TatScout Score 63/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
#7
Lowbrow Saints Tattoo Collective
3456 Minnehaha Ave
(88 reviews)
MinimalistWatercolorDotwork
Ranked #7: 4.8★ from 88 reviews · stands out for Minimalist · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 62/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
✓ Walk-ins welcome
View full profile #8
Leviticus Tattoo and Body Piercing
4109 E Lake St
(1168 reviews)
BlackworkIllustrative
Ranked #8: 4.7★ from 1,168 reviews · stands out for Blackwork · TatScout Score 86/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
#9
Steady Tattoo & Body Piercing
2621 E Franklin Ave
(539 reviews)
BlackworkRealismGeometric
Ranked #9: 4.7★ from 539 reviews · stands out for Blackwork · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 80/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
✓ Walk-ins welcome
View full profile #10
Minneapolis Tattoo Shop
2211 Lyndale Ave S
(472 reviews)
BlackworkGeometricTribal
Ranked #10: 4.7★ from 472 reviews · stands out for Blackwork · takes walk-ins · TatScout Score 78/100.
A well-regarded tattoo studio in Minneapolis known for quality artistry and professional service.
✓ Walk-ins welcome
View full profile FAQ, Getting a tattoo in Minneapolis
Which is the #1 tattoo studio in Minneapolis?
Timeless Tattoo tops the list in Minneapolis, with a 5/5 rating from 101 Google reviews, and is known for Blackwork work.
How are the top 10 tattoo studios in Minneapolis 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 4,234 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 Minneapolis?
Among the top 10, the most common specialisms are Blackwork, Illustrative, Watercolor and Dotwork. Check each studio's portfolio to find the artist whose style matches your idea.
Do the top tattoo studios in Minneapolis accept walk-ins?
4 of the top 10 studios in Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis?
Price levels across the top 10 in Minneapolis 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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