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    Emerald City Tattoo

    4.6 (74 reviews)
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    Closed 12:00 pm - 6:00 PM

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    In honor of my peaceful shark encounter!
    Gina C.

    I worked with Catfish on my latest tattoo. He collaborated with me on designing my dream to perfection, and executed a flawless piece of art. I'll definitely be returning for my next. Thanks, Man!

    Bailey R.

    My husband and I have been coming here over the past year or so, we usually see Andy. The shop is always clean, we have had great interactions with all the staff we've met....and have loved every piece we've gotten so far.

    Esther R.

    best tattoo experience i've had. both owners were super sweet and accommodating. Michaela did mine and i couldnt be happier. highly suggest this place.

    Coat of Arms on my inner arm by Andy
    Callie C.

    Go to ANDY! Knew I wanted to get the ugly keloid scar on my arm covered with a tattoo of my family coat of arms, but was so scared because I read that tattooing over scars can be risky. Andy had inked a little Scotty dog on my wrist before, so I asked him how he would feel about it. Super glad that he agreed and was even enthusiastic about helping me out. I gave him a VERY rough sketch of the image and a description of the components. He put together a drawing that was way better than what I had envisioned. It's a beautiful depiction of something meaningful to me and he clearly took the time to make it perfect. He gave me some options - to have it done in color or to make it more traditional with a banner, but didn't pressure me with any. Andy is such a pleasure to be around, in addition to being a really talented artist. So, the whole experience was great. He is professional, personable, and clearly cares about customer satisfaction. I couldn't be happier with the end result. Now I have a super cool tattoo on my arm instead of a hideous scar! I'll definitely be back. The shop has a warm, welcoming vibe. Even my 66-year-old mom felt comfortable there when she stopped by. The place is also neat and clean. I'd highly recommend it to literally anyone that wants a tattoo. Chill atmosphere and amazing artists ( :

    piece done by Tony (right forearm)
    Andrew E.

    I've had both of my tattoos done here at Emerald. In addition to myself, 4 of my cousins have all had their work done here as well. Tony is an awesome guy, with a lot of experience behind him. He has been there since the shop opened and always has a smile & a story to tell. Having not only myself, but a bunch of my family go here, I feel speaks highly of their work and costumer satisfaction. When it comes to the style and type of tattoo you want, I feel it's always important to find an artist that fits well with that style of work you want. With the guys they have here at the shop, I am more than confident you will have an excellent experience and have your piece(s) surpass your expectations.

    Tattoo I received
    Bryce G.

    This parlor was fantastic. The artist was kind and considerate and very nice. She came in early to tattoo me on my birthday after corresponding with her via email. Overall this was a really pleasant experience for my first tattoo ever.

    I booked an appointment w/Ashley to get old self-harm scars covered up and she did an absolutely amazing job! This was my first tattoo and I'm really glad that I got it done here. The shop was clean and sanitary and I loved my experience there. She walked me through the entire process, and was really comforting, and the tattoo didn't hurt as much as I thought it would. I will definitely be coming back for more!! Amazing experience and great price too!

    A B.

    I haven't been there in awhile but will be heading back in October. I previously had Aaron draw a couple traditional roses on my wrist. They are the style I was going for and am very happy with my service.

    New tatts!!
    William M.

    First, I wanna say thank you so much Jeremy for the amazing piece you did for me. I highly recommend this artist at Emerald City Tattoo. He is a master of his craft along with the rest of the staff. He was very patient and professional. Jeremy gave great insight for my current piece and for my future artwork. Will for sure be back in the near future.

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    Friendly funny and touched up my tattoos after a few weeks when I dropped in unannounced

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    Andy's work is really detailed and amazing! Also a really cool dude! I'm definitely coming back to get more work done by him.

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    Pierced Hearts Tattoo Parlor - Daith piercing (left side)

    Pierced Hearts Tattoo Parlor

    4.8(723 reviews)
    3.7 miUniversity District
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    Got my daith done today by Conor, and it was amazing! Very kind, clean, and easy-going. Good…read morepricing and overall a great experience. Would absolutely recommend!

    I am beyond furious with the way Pierced Hearts handled my sister's navel piercing. From the start,…read morethis experience has been a disaster due to sheer negligence and a complete lack of accountability. My sister clearly explained to the piercer, Jaime, that she has a very flat belly button and specifically asked if the standard navel jewelry would be appropriate. He confidently said yes -- and we trusted his professional judgment. That trust was completely misplaced. As time passed, the jewelry began to embed itself into her skin, which should never have happened with the right jewelry in the first place. We returned to the shop, and Adam helped change it to a floating navel piercing -- the type she should have received from day one. He apologized and even took a photo of the damage because it was obvious something had gone terribly wrong. But the damage had already been done. Within a week, she developed a severe infection -- one that urgent care later confirmed was likely due to the original jewelry creating a gaping wound that never healed properly. Despite following aftercare instructions to the letter, she ended up on two antibiotics and hydrocodone just to manage the pain. Yet when we returned to the shop a third time to request a refund and share what she was going through, the staff were incredibly dismissive and refused to take any responsibility. They immediately shifted blame, accusing her of neglecting aftercare, even though we were meticulous. No effort was made to offer a solution, express genuine concern, or show even the slightest empathy. Just said "well, do you want to get it pierced again?!" ... no! Her belly button area now is completely bruised and mangled because of this place. We will never be coming back here again. To make matters worse, the owner was outright disrespectful and condescending over the phone. When we told him that medical professionals advised removing the piercing and draining the infection, her arrogant response was, "Why would they do that?!" as if she knew better than actual doctors. That tone alone spoke volumes about how little they care once they have your money. We asked for a refund because of all the trouble we've been through after the negligence of the first piercer, now having to pay for urgent care visits and medication. I chose this shop based on their glowing reviews, but let me be clear: if you're considering any body piercing here, don't. They might be decent with ear piercings or tattoos -- but when it comes to body piercings, especially anything more complex, they are careless, unprofessional, and utterly unwilling to take accountability when something goes wrong. My sister went in for a simple piercing and walked away in physical pain and emotional distress, and not once did they offer real help, only excuses. This shop failed her. Completely.

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    Pierced Hearts Tattoo Parlor - Cubic zirconia studs on both tragus (jewelry change) & helix (new piercing) - immediately after.

    Cubic zirconia studs on both tragus (jewelry change) & helix (new piercing) - immediately after.

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    Finer Things Tattoo - Upper arm custom design

    Finer Things Tattoo

    4.7(43 reviews)
    6.1 miWestlake

    There is a reason Zezi and Finer Things Tattoo have a near perfect rating. Zezi is top notch. I…read morerequested a very custom landscape type piece with a small silhouette of my dog that passed and she absolutely nailed the design and then the actual execution of it. I am super pleased and excited to see it heal. This was my first tattoo and I don't think it could have gone better. Zezi is patient, listens to you, and ensures the tattoo is perfect. The studio is absolutely spotless, quiet, and very inviting. I can't say enough good things about this place. If you read some of the reviews here on Google you will see people traveling to the Seattle area to see her...and there's good reason for that. She is booked out a ways because she is so good so be sure to plan ahead.

    I had an amazing experience at Finer Things Tattoo getting my fine line phoenix on my shoulder. I…read moregave 2 reference photos, and Zezi truly brought the vision to life in a way that exceeded my expectations. The piece is bold, beautiful, and incredibly detailed. Zezi is professional, creative, and made the entire experience comfortable from start to finish. You can tell she really listens to her clients and takes pride in her work. I highly recommend Finer Things Tattoo if you're looking for custom work that is both artistic and personal.

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    Finer Things Tattoo - Spacious studio with natural lighting, sterile equipment setup, and a focus on hygiene.

    Spacious studio with natural lighting, sterile equipment setup, and a focus on hygiene.

    Finer Things Tattoo - Cozy waiting area with plush seating and a complimentary snack station to enhance your comfort.

    Cozy waiting area with plush seating and a complimentary snack station to enhance your comfort.

    Finer Things Tattoo - Elegant waiting area with plush seating, light wood floors, and a sanitized white coffee table.

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    Elegant waiting area with plush seating, light wood floors, and a sanitized white coffee table.

    True Love Tattoo & Art Gallery - Tattoo by: Velvet

    True Love Tattoo & Art Gallery

    4.7(82 reviews)
    7.3 miCapitol Hill
    $$

    First time in a tattoo "gallery" :) Met George, and a few of the staff while waiting for a friend…read morewho got a tattoo (from George) It's a large, bright shop, with separate stations/chairs for each artist. There is a cute pup on staff named Kimchee (seriously). They had music, and it was a chill place to hang out on a couch and people watch. It is a crowded neighborhood, very walkable. (We got Thai before the tattoo) It was expensive, but it was a coverup and by the owner, so expected.

    Do not request from MICHAEL BRADSHAW…read more From the start, things felt off--he couldn't even "reply all" to me and my sister's email, so I kept having to loop her in. We were getting matching tattoos of a trail map from Olympic National Forest. My complaints; 1. Part of the stencil was missing from my arm at the beginning. I said something and he said it would be fine, and he incorrectly guessed the lines. 2. Lines didn't connect properly to the border. 3. Major blowouts-at first I thought it was normal healing, but after research, it's clearly poor technique. 4. Took 5 days and 3 follow-ups to get aftercare instructions. He claimed it went to spam, but we were using the same email chain the whole time. 5. He's only been in Seattle for 2 months--maybe not fully settled? The shop itself is clean and the staff are nice, but if a design is too complex, just say so-don't wing it on someone's body. Update: the artist gave my sister and I a full refund after the owner saw my review.

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    True Love Tattoo & Art Gallery - Tattoo by Chloe Rozo

    Tattoo by Chloe Rozo

    True Love Tattoo & Art Gallery - Lines not connecting, blow outs, lines BARELY going over the border

    Lines not connecting, blow outs, lines BARELY going over the border

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    Side Quest Tattoo - The top of the tattoo, which had not been drawn on at all previously. Extremely close to my other piece and not done well.

    Side Quest Tattoo

    4.6(127 reviews)
    7.3 miFirst Hill, Capitol Hill
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    Ingrid Elaine did my first tattoo, which was also a matching set for my brother and I!!…read more I was recommended this place by a good friend who had lots of sick video game themed tattoos. I appreciate the timely response and abilities to take walk in! I got a response from Ingrid literally a few minutes after sending an inquiry on their site at 1 AM ( not drunk, just a night owl ). So happy that Ingrid was able to book my brother and I in on a Saturday slot. I gave her an inspo pic which my brother and I wanted to match for Spongebob & Patrick and she did so much better than I could have imagined! She had such a cute and colorful style. As a first time tattoo, Ingrid was calm, walked me through the process and checked on me just enough during the inking. She also posts the aftercare on her insta which is great for one to look back on. I highly recommend her designs I love our tattoos and the healing process has been so seamless. Great color choice by Ingrid and a wonderful experience for my first tattoo!!!

    Bunky Osyter is no artist, she is a scammer…read more Long story short, I created this small geometric design myself and booked an appt with Bunky Oyster and submitted my $100 deposits on 8/16/2022. Next week, she told me this one hour long tattoo session will cost me $500, cuz she charged by pieces. *** Unless her hourly rate is $500/hr, I don't see how it is possible for such small piece of tattoo will cost $500 before tip. Especially my design doesn't even require any of her drawing and creativity. Same date , I told her I am no longer pursuing a tattoo appt with her and I would like to cancel the appt for 9/8/2022 (the appt was cancelled 2 weeks prior to the actual date), then she refused to refund my deposit. Your website says 48 hours prior to appt notice for rescheduling/ cancellation or deposit is subject to be forfeited. I cancelled my appt more than 2 week, which was because Bunky Oyster was trying to up charge me by 4 times of the market price, and she refused to refund my deposit. Today I completed the exact same design for $180 w tips, and the session was completed within an hour. Bunky oyster is no artist, she is a scammer, shame on you for hiring such employee with low work ethic and so much greed. Please be careful, don't make the mistake I made with her

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    Side Quest Tattoo - Before

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    Side Quest Tattoo - Reference photo shared with the artist

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    Emerald City Tattoo - tattoo - Updated May 2026

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