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Top 10 Tattoo Studios in San Jose (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 San Jose. 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.

Leading the list is State of Grace. Price levels across the ten span €€.

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

#4
Death Before Dishonor - Tatoos tattoo studio

Death Before Dishonor - Tatoos

South 3rd Street 306, 95112, San Jose

(0 reviews)

#8
The Heart & The Anvil Tattoo tattoo studio

The Heart & The Anvil Tattoo

North 13th Street 745, 95112, San Jose

(0 reviews)

FAQ, Getting a tattoo in San Jose

Which is the #1 tattoo studio in San Jose?

State of Grace tops the list in San Jose.

Do the top tattoo studios in San Jose accept walk-ins?

Most of the top studios in San Jose work by appointment only; the highest-rated artists are usually booked weeks in advance, so reach out early to secure a slot.

How much does a tattoo cost at the best studios in San Jose?

Price levels across the top 10 in San Jose 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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