Lavish Tattoo was an awesome experience. A couple of friends and I wanted to get walk-in compass…read moretattoos while we were on vacation down here. Ryan took care of us and was kind and patient from start to finish. The tattoos are great quality and very fast. The line work is very clean, and I love the color on mine. If I'm ever back in town (which I hope to be again soon) I will definitely be returning to Ryan! I will definitely post a better picture of mine after it heals up. I bleed a lot so the color is a little obscured right now.

June is amazing! This place is so clean and has such a great vibe! He listened to what I wanted and…read moredrew it for me. He is an artist and gentle soul. I was very nervous and for some reason I instantly felt I could trust him to permantly place exact what I was imagining. Thanks for being so awesome. I will definitely recommend my friends to you and I will be back!

​Choosing to get a full sleeve as my very first tattoo was a major decision, but working with Terry…read moreRibera made the entire experience seamless. From the start, Terry was incredibly professional, walking me through the process and setting clear expectations for what was to come. Not only is he an exceptionally talented artist, but he is easy to talk to which made the long sessions much more comfortable. ​I am thrilled with the final result and highly recommend Terry to anyone looking for a high-quality, custom tattoo. Already received several compliments

Remington Tattoo is easily one of the best shops in San Diego, and Terry Ribera is an exceptional…read moreartist by every measure. Terry isn't just talented--he's meticulous. His design work is thoughtful and original, his line work is consistently clean and precise, and his overall execution reflects a true mastery of the craft. Every piece is intentional, balanced, and done at the highest level. The shop itself is outstanding--clean, comfortable, and welcoming, with a professional atmosphere that immediately puts you at ease. From start to finish, the experience is smooth and well-run, which says a lot about both the studio and the people who work there. Terry takes the time to listen, collaborate, and refine ideas, elevating them into something better than you initially imagined. He sets clear expectations, stands by his standards, and approaches his work with confidence and integrity. Like any elite artist, he occasionally encounters clients with unrealistic expectations--but he handles those situations with professionalism and respect, never compromising the quality of his work. That balance of patience and high standards is exactly why his reputation is so strong. On top of all that, Terry is genuinely an absolute pleasure to spend time with--easygoing, professional, and clearly passionate about what he does. You feel comfortable, informed, and confident throughout the entire process. If you're looking for truly exceptional tattoo work in San Diego, Remington Tattoo and Terry Ribera set the bar. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him to anyone who values quality, craftsmanship, and an all-around excellent experience.

I made an appointment with Mia at High Class Tattoos because I liked the artwork showcased on their…read morewebsite and social media. However, when I arrived, I was unexpectedly assigned to a different tattoo artist without any prior notice or explanation. I started with a small single-star tattoo, and unfortunately, the quality was very poor. I decided to stop the session before moving forward with any additional work. Afterward, I learned that the artist was the owner's daughter, and she asked her father to step in and fix the tattoo. At that point, I asked where Mia was and was told that she was in the shop tattooing another client. I was then informed that all of the artists share the same Instagram and Facebook accounts, that one person manages the social media pages, and that the artwork posted online is a collection of work from multiple artists. As a customer, I found this extremely misleading. The portfolio displayed on the website and social media gave me the impression that I was booking with a specific artist based on their work. Instead, I was assigned to someone else whose skill level did not match the quality of the work that attracted me to the shop in the first place. I believe each tattoo artist should have a clearly identified portfolio on the website and social media so clients know exactly whose work they are viewing and who they are booking with. Customers should not be randomly assigned to a different artist without their knowledge or consent. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend this shop. Transparency matters, especially when choosing a tattoo artist. Potential customers should be aware that the artist they book may not be the artist whose work convinced them to schedule an appointment.

BEWARE! I guess…read morelike the tattoo says, I will have to get comfortable with how uncomforFable this tattoo looks I went here last year for finger tattoos done by Isaac, they did not stick whatsoever. I went back to have them redone, and they still didn't hold. Fast forward to last week, I came back (not realizing it was the same shop at first) and decided to give them another chance. They recommended an artist named Dominic for a script tattoo. That turned out to be a huge mistake. Before the tattoo even started, there were red flags I should've listened to. He asked me if I wanted to place the stencil because he couldn't get it centered. On top of that, he went out to the car to grab his iPad from a little boy running around, and then came back and didn't change his gloves. Completely unsanitary and unprofessional. Not only was the work poorly done, but the script literally looks like a 5-year-old wrote it... shaky, uneven, and completely unprofessional. On top of that, he actually misspelled one of the words through the stencil. He tried to "correct" it with what he called skin-colored ink (which is basically white ink), and now it looks even worse. And told me to "pick the black ink out when it is healing" Even after I made it clear I was unhappy, they still charged me $250 for two short sentences... one of which is spelled incorrectly. I reached out to the part owner to resolve this, and it turns out it's Isaac , the same person who did my tattoos last year. He told me I'd get a half refund and that he'd let me know when to come pick it up. Since then, I've called and messaged multiple times with zero response. Unprofessional, careless work, and terrible customer service. If I could give negative stars, I would.. Photos for reference

Happened to run into Gerard while out and was offered his piercing services, so I had to check it…read moreout! Very chill and kind environment, and had a variety of jewelry at affordable prices that made the experience more than worth it! I was able to leave with my desired piercings and swapped out a piercing for a floating navel (something I also have been wanting)! I was looking for piercers/body artists in the La Mesa area so it kind of felt like a blessing to meet him when I did, haha. Wonderful meeting you and thank you again!!

Highly recommend G as your piercer! He's done my back dermals and nipple piercings and did an…read moreamazing job on both. He was very knowledgeable on piercings and answered every question I had thoroughly. So appreciative I found an amazing piercer I can trust!

Lavish tattoo is a super clean and professional shop…read more Ames is the artist who created these two pieces in the photos below. A very special tribal leg piece that he freehand designed on the back of my thigh. Also the knuckle tattoos done in an old English font. Ames is an extremely talented and creative artist who exceeded my expectation of my tattoos. His ability to really listen to the idea and put that idea onto a paper and then into skin.... is incredible. His work is super clean and beautiful! I highly recommend Ames at Lavish Tattoo Company . He's very knowledgeable and offers great customer service. The shop has other artists who offer many styles of tattoos to choose from. All in all, a lot of talented and professional artists. Thank you Ames @amerthegamer IG

This place was an entire vibe. I will be going there from now on. I got a rose tattoo on my hand…read moreand skeleton fingers on my fingers. Dope experience.

Made a visit to Avalon Tattoo II this past Saturday looking for a tattoo of the North Park water…read moretower and the North Park sign on my outside calf. I met Ryan and let him know what I was looking for. He had an opening the next day and drew up a very nice piece. Wow! It came out so much better than I had originally imagined it! The lines, shading and color were done so beautifully! Not only was the artwork awesome, but Ryan was so cool throughout the whole process. I appreciate that he gave his professional input. I can tell he takes great pride in what he does! Thanks Ryan, can't wait til next time!

All four of my previous tattoos were done here, so I knew where I was going for my new one. But I…read moredidn't have a particular artist in mind. Well, let me tell you, that has now changed forever. When I want more ink, I am definitely going to schedule with Ryan. The dude gave me exactly what I wanted with no pain at all. I mean it. A few times during, my mind just wandered away and then I remembered, "oh, yeah, I'm getting new ink." Oh, and I got the ink on Sunday and I haven't felt any pain at all. I mean none. It's like I've had this tattoo forever. Granted, it is black & white and mostly just outlined, but still. I cannot tell you how happy I am with this new ink. Ryan, my man, I will be back for more soon!

Hailey is seriously AMAZING. She did my floral leg piece free hand and I'm still obsessed with how…read moreit turned out. The design flows so naturally with my leg, and the detail in the flowers , and leopard print is incredible. The shading gives everything so much dimension without being too heavy it's soft, elegant, and still super eye-catching. Exactly what I wanted. She really listened to my ideas and made sure everything fit my vision while also adding her own artistic touch, which made it even better. You can tell she takes pride in her work and wants it to be perfect. The whole vibe during the appointment was great too super professional but also really chill and comfortable. I get compliments on this tattoo all the time. If you're thinking about getting something floral (or honestly anything), go to Hailey. You won't regret it.

Dark Edge Tattoo absolutely exceeded expectations. The shop is clean, professional, and has a great…read morevibe the second you walk in. The artists are clearly experienced and take the time to really understand what you want instead of rushing the process. The attention to detail is next level, everything from the line work to the shading came out better than expected! Communication was solid the whole way through, and the environment felt comfortable and welcoming. If you're in San Diego and want quality work done right, this place is legit. I'm Definitely going back!

I called and spoke with Mike. I happy with the outcome of the conversation and will return.read more

Kristen Stanley did an outstanding job adding color to the tattoo I got last year for my 72nd…read morebirthday. Kristen is detailed in her work, gives great advice on colors & is fun to talk to. The coloring was my 73rd year birthday present to me. Now I'm thinking of what tattoo I'll get for my 74th birthday.