I've gotten most of my tattoos done at ink dynasty (some by artists who aren't there anymore) and…read morehave been going there for close to a decade now. I now get tattooed by Tanner. He did my knuckles about 6+ years ago and they're still in perfect condition without any fall out. He's now done both arm sleeves, my head, my stomach and started a back piece. The shop is clean and the prices reflect the quality of work you get. Ink Dynasty will always be the highest caliber of shop on the coast hands down.

Amazing experience! I got my very first tattoo here and the artists were all so welcoming and…read morehelped ease my nerves. Definetly be sure to get work done here!!!!!!

I was in Pismo/Grover Beach on vacation. Pismo is a special place for my family, and I wanted to…read moreget a handholding tattoo with my little boy there. I looked up local tattoo shops and was impressed by other reviews for Deep Blue. The shop is clean and organized and the staff were friendly and helpful. I was a walk-in, and after a phone call to find an available artist, Clifton Cross came in from home to accommodate me, which was super cool. He was friendly and professional, heard my ideas and reviewed my inspo pics, and offered professional feedback, which I appreciated. Everyone in the shop was chill and down-to-earth. I was in and out in about 2 hours, and the final result was beautiful. I could not be happier with my new tattoo. Clifton did a great job. We visit the area regularly and I would definitely return here and book an appointment with Clifton in the future. If you are wanting a tattoo but feeling apprehensive or intimidated about going into a shop, please give this place a try.

LOVE this spot!!! They've been around for decades!! Had some art done over 2 decades ago (fell…read moreasleep in the chair), and went back today for a piercing and the service, quality, professionalism, cleanliness and atmosphere; continue to be top notch! Many a tattoo parlor have come and gone in the Five Cities but Blue Tattoo still holds strong!! My art work, with color, has held stead fast as well. HIGHLY, RECOMMEND this spot!! NO QUESTION. Good energy and vibes as well. Can't give these folks enough praise! Will be going back and sending people in their direction. Thank you SO, MUCH, y'all!!! You're amazing!!

Gary was great and came up with exactly what I needed. Will definitely do more work with him in the…read morefuture. The shop has a good atmosphere.

This was my third session with Willow and I'm still blown away by her work. We've been building out…read morea half-sleeve together, and I'm beyond happy with how it's coming along. The level of detail and thought she puts into every piece is incredible. Whether it's color work, shading, or fine detail--she just gets it. (Photos attached so you can see what I mean!) Willow is everything you'd want in an artist--super talented, easy to talk to, collaborative, and insanely patient. She really works with you to make sure your vision comes to life, and honestly, the end result has been even better than I imagined. Her attention to detail and ability to blend different elements into one cohesive piece is just next-level. The shop itself is awesome too. The whole environment at Sink or Swim is welcoming, friendly, and laid-back in the best way. Gary (the owner) sets a great tone, and all the artists follow suit. I've had people stop by mid-session just to compliment Willow's work--it's a super encouraging and positive place to be in. My next session will focus on adding more color and shading, and I genuinely can't wait. I'll definitely be back for more work with Willow down the line. If you're looking for a shop with great energy and artists who truly care about the work they're doing--Sink or Swim is it.

I have gotten 4 piercings on three separate visits and will continue to go back and recommend this…read morebusiness. Everyone is super nice and the piercer is kind and competent.

Located on Marsh St, is Bodys & Jewelry. This shop was awesome. Very Professional, clean and great…read morewith kids. Highly recommend this place. Our daughter is young, but the piercer was great!

From the time I walked in to the time I left, my experience was amazing! Raven was so kind and…read morewalked me through pricing, picking out earrings, aftercare, and offered snacks. Her calm demeanor was so appreciated! This is my second time coming to SLO piercing and I would never go anywhere else. Chavez is awesome and gives very thorough information on what I could expect and I also really appreciated the breathing techniques. Everything is super clean and meticulous. Thank you so much, Chavez and Raven for making this a full experience! I'm so grateful!

Just got home from slo piercing. My wife got her forward helix and helix done and she couldn't be…read morehappier with not only the piercings but the experience and service overall. We were helped by Clover as soon as we walked in, she answered every question and was patient with our indecisiveness while choosing jewelry. She explained the post care in great detail that even a 4 year old can do it. Raven was the one who did the piercings. She has steady hands and made sure we felt comfortable. Getting pierced can be a bit nerve racking but SLO piercing helped ease our minds. Great job to Clover and Raven. HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!

I had an awesome experience at Royal Sword Tattoo. Jared was incredibly professional, fast, and…read moreunbelievably detailed with his work. What really impressed me was how efficiently he worked while still paying attention to every little detail. The lines are clean, the design is crisp, and the finished tattoo came out amazing. You can tell he takes a lot of pride in his craft. The shop was clean, welcoming, and had a great atmosphere. If you're looking for a talented artist who delivers high-quality work without sacrificing speed, I highly recommend Jared at Royal Sword Tattoo. I'll definitely be coming back for my next tattoo!

It was a last minute decision and Lexy was able to get me and my daughter in at the end of the day…read more The quality of her work was excellent! She was friendly and professional. The owner and the other tattoo artist were friendly and helpful! It was a great vibe and very clean! Definitely recommend this spot for your next tattoo!

This is DEFINITELY the place to go! I took my 8 year old granddaughter to The Gold Bar to get her…read moreears pierced. She had already backed out several times prior with her mom. Desi and Annie were absolutely wonderful and made all the difference-she never felt pressured, just scared, and actually went through with it this time. They pierced both ears at the same time, which was a huge help. Desi let her hold her stuffed dog the entire time, explained every step clearly, and comforted her the whole way through. Desi and Annie also helped us pick out the perfect earrings. They were both patient and genuinely kind from start to finish. They truly went above and beyond to make a very nervous little girl feel safe and cared for. Highly recommend The Gold Bar, especially for kids!

My daughter (12yo) & I went to The Gold Bar for piercings and were VERY happy with them! Very…read morehelpful with jewelry selection, love the variety they offer and we were also told that they can order other items if we didn't see quite what we were looking for. My daughter got her ears pierced and I was impressed that they offer to do it with two piercers at the same time so it's done quicker. I got my nose and ears pierced as well and Jason took great care and attention to detail to make sure my new piercings aligned/were symmetrical with my existing piercings. Will definitely go back for any future piercings.

My helix hoop was not fitting in my ear properly while traveling so I found this great shop nearby…read moreto purchase a new hoop. They have been in business for over 20 years and all their artists are professionally licensed. You can make an appointment or walk in. I was a walk in and I was helped by Marisa and Nicolette. They were both friendly and helpful. The vibe of the business was very relaxed. I picked out my new hoop, had it placed in my ear and was out the door in about thirty minutes. Total cost was $80 as I selected a gold hoop for my ear. I was pleased with my purchase and service and would return here for future piercings.

Jon McLeary is a fantastic artist! What I loved most about him is he's friendly, relatable, down to…read moreearth, and light-handed. Highly recommend! The shop is clean & the front desk service person was very attentive even when super busy. While I was there I had a new seamless rose gold nose ring installed. Over all I was in & out quickly with ease & grace Thank you

I've gotten pierced here a couple times with Christian and had a tattoo on friday the 13th years…read moreago which was a super good deal for the work and size tat i got. Very good experiences. I recently got my bridge done by their new piercer Brandon and although i was in a rush, he was very informative and even gave me an information sheet and did a lot of measuring and now my bridge is looking great. Friendly and prompt service and my questions were answered. Also a lot of jewelry options but i stuck to titanium. i also appreciate this location is open almost everyday and open late so i can swing by after my workday.

Please go somewhere else people! The male owner doesn't care…read moreabout you, just your money. Messed my tatt up, keep in mind you came for the professionals, you will get the hard knocks. I came in assuming he'd work with me to fix it, gasses me up like it's good. First words out his mouth is 40$ or he won't even begin to sketch something up. Keep in mind he's the one I already paid, an the one who messed up the placement. I mean the overall tattoo of these flowers is pretty dogsht, not the kinda creative art you'd expect from someone in this line of work. I was giving him the benefit of the doubt to have a 2cnd shot. But I'm not after this pridefullness. Bro wants another grown man to pay him for something he fckd up. Maybe after it's fixed on my skin. Oh and the vibes. Yea he'll smoke pot on the job pretty sure, cause I smelt it. So if you want a guy who's maybe good maybe not then CHUY is the buddy for you. Oh also I DMd him, an this whole thing started cause I drove 40 minutes thinking he understood that if I didn't see what I'd like this time I'd be backing out. Had all the time to tell me it'd be 40$ to start to even try to fix it. Waisted my time, told be when I drove there. I took the bad tattoo on the chin. But this guy fr thinks his time is more important than your time.

Absolutely recommend Jake for any tattoos! He started a tattoo on me yesterday in a kind of…read moreintimate/ vulnerable area. He made me feel completely comfortable & at ease! 100% professional, talented, experienced & lovely to converse with. The pricing is appropriate & fair. I'm so very happy with the artistry & it's not even finished yet!

I've been going to Apothecary Tattoo for many years. Jake has always took any vision in my head and…read moremade it 100X better. His artwork is spectacular, and the attention to detail is extraordinary. He's always treated me with respect and gave me very fair prices. We have a lot of talent here in the central coast when it comes to tattoo artists but I always go to him because of his art and friendly service. Chill vibe with a chill dude. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!