I would consider looking for the new place to get your tattoos one, I got this done by Jonathan, he charged me nearly $200 for this ugly thing he was very inconsiderate would definitely not recommend read more

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Loved this whole experience! Everything was sterile and organized. Splinter was very determined to make sure the tattoo was placed in the right spot to line up with the other tattoo I have on my opposite thigh. read more

My best friend and I went in to get matching fine line fairy tattoos and Noah totally came through!! Such a nice guy and we could not be more happy with our results! -maddie read more

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Layla is amazing!! I've made an appointment with her via instagram and showed her some reference pictures, she told me the price for the piece and today was finally the day for my tattoo! I love it so much, she always made sure I like the size, shading etc, she is super friendly and nice, she made me feel very comfortable and talked with me. Couldn't be happier! Definitely going back read more

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Really unsatisfied, recently got a tattoo here and after a few days I've really notice how uneven the lines are and crooked the overall shaping is. Paid $120 for this... I feel a bit ripped off and super unhappy, now I have to find someone to fix ts because of how unprofessionally done it looks. read more

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Smelled like a reggae concert. But the staff was chill and really nice. Solid place, just in a sketchy part of town.

I came here on a whim of getting my first tattoo and we just took whoever was available who happened to be Splinter. I didn't realize until a few days after that some blowout had occurred in the beak area.l, some of the lines are uneven in thickness and the same goes for my boyfriends tattoo that he got. Both of our tattoos were in an etched style which is not Splinters normal style so I understand if he's not used to doing tattoos like this and it reflects on the quality I just wish he would've mentioned it or said something about the blowout. I did reach out to the shop and Splinter on instagram but didn't get a reply. I don't think anyone here is a bad artist, would just recommend staying within their style. read more

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my review is for Layla! i was bored one day and saw she had availability and wanted to get a little tattoo on my leg. she responded very fast and got me in an hour later. she has a lot of cute traditional flash to choose from if you're into that. she's super sweet, professional, and my experience was pleasant. read more

Long Beach Ink Assassins - playboy bunny by layla - Tattoo Near Me - Long Beach, California

Splinter did my work he was so amazing and funny and cool definitely my own tattoo guy words can't express how amazing he did my work it's so clean and perfect I can't wait to go get more Ink the shop once you step in you feel welcomed and he's not expensive at all he takes his time and makes sure your gonna love his work I sent so many people to him and told them who he was I always get stopped cause people fall in love with my tattoo thank you so much read more

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Got my first ever tattoo her as seen below! The artist Fernando hooked me up and I won't forget him. He did a great job customer service was on point! I came in late and the owner was tired after a 5 hr tattoo but he arranged fir an artist to come in and do mine instead if turning me away! I am really thankful for the service and it cost me $150 but I tipped $50 because he did an amazing job read more

Long Beach Ink Assassins - Ice barrage tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Long Beach, California

Josh is absolutely the best! He knows his job and he is very creative and just knows what to do! I met him when he was working in Cypress and I have a long scar on my knee from 2 knee replacements so I thought long and hard about getting a water lily tattoo on my knee. So I went to see Josh and talk about it we came up with a bunch of colors that we both thought would look good. Then I had a laminectomy and a fusion from my C5 to my T3 and that looked really bad so back I go looking for Josh and they told me that he had moved to Long Beach Ink Assassins so I went looking for Josh and showed him my new ugly scar and we talked about what would look good there so I will put the before and after photos. Josh is absolutely the best and God forbid if I ever have another surgery I will find Josh wherever he is! Even my Surgeon and all the office staff was admiring my neck! read more

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So check it, i came here to get my first tattoo, and it was a great experience. Splinter was the magnificent artist that helped me out. He did a great job, its a year later, and i couldn't be happier with my ink. one thing that i really respected thought, was that he made sure this wasn't a decision i was just rushing into. he made sure i knew this was something i was going to have on me for life. I came in there knowing what i wanted, but it was nice to see that he wasn't just trying to make money off me. that this is a craft he obviously enjoys and respects. i cant wait until i can save up enough cash and come back. read more

Long Beach Ink Assassins - long beach tattoo done by splinter - Tattoo Near Me - Long Beach, California

Went to this place since wife got some tattoos here before. Looking for the same guy, but unfortunately, he doesnt work there anymore. Still, with Splinter's good, reasonable pricing, I decided to get my first ink here. Splinter is very professional and explained to me what to expect since it will be my first one. After explaining everything I need to know, we got started. I am new to this, but I know how to evaluate a person's work ethic. Throughout the session, I observed Splinter. I can honestly say that he is not about making money He takes pride at his work. I can tell that he loves his job since he is about the Art of Tattoo. Splinter made sure that all the details, shard points, edges, the curves are perfect. He also made sure that the shading are completely filled. He was not at any rush at all. He is making sure that the finish product is an art, not an income at the end of the day! I am already thinking of getting another one in the near future. Excellent experience. I highly recommend Splinter. I highly recommend this Tattoo shop since for the time I had been there, everybody is professional, and the other tattoo artist who was working with someone, that someone seems to be satisfied as well. read more

Pretty cool and nice people. I went in to get simple line work and the older gentleman was super professional, rather than just having me pick what I want and how I want it, he gave me good advice and how it would look better. So that definitely helps, as I trusted his skills, I left completely satisfied! Really cool place read more

"Diablo" did my elephant tattoo and what an amazing job he did! I told him what I wanted and he drew something amazing real quick. He was gentle and kept up a very nice conversation. The lines are clean and I know I have to go back soon to touch it up. They are very accommodating of my walk-in and I will definitely be back for any future endeavors. read more

Long Beach Ink Assassins - Piece by Ed (Diablo). I randomly walked in and he was kind enough to do this one for me. - Tattoo Near Me - Long Beach, California

Josue did an excellent job on our tattoo, will definitely be back for more! Good prices also.

I hope that nobody has to go through the shit that I am with an infected tattoo from this shop. I am not the only one that got a tattoo that night and is infected. My friend and I went to get tattoos and theyre both infected and the ink is coming out of mine. It is a lot of pain and discomfort and now is scarring. There isnt a negative star rating or else it would be at the bottom plus some! HORRIBLE ASS TATTOO ESTABLISHMENT! Only because it wont let me post without a star that star is for negative rating. read more

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Got my first (very small, but very meaningful) tattoo on my wrist yesterday. Danubio was the artist, he answered all my questions, very patient with an undecided customer like myself. He has a very gentle hand & he's hilarious. Definitely made my experience a good one. I will for sure go back to him for any future tattoos. read more

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Had such a great experience here. Splinter was super friendly and made me feel at home. Mariah did my tattoo and she is dope af! Definitely coming back here for more ink. read more

Nice hidden tattoo shop. I came here for my first tattoo and it was an okay experience. The tattoo itself is awesome and I love it, but professionalism was lacking a bit. I only say this because the guy who did my tattoo never gave me clear answers to the questions I had. He was a little too much of a joker and I was a nervous wreck the whole time, so the joking would've been okay but not while I'm clearly nervous. He was also flirting a little too much with my friends WHILE he had the needle on my back! Wow. Basically five stars for the tattoo and the shop but minus one for the flirtatious tattoo artist. :/ Overall a nice place, but I think I'll go somewhere else next time. read more

Last minute ink itch??? Yes that was me tonight! I had a small faded tatt that I've been chomping at the bit to get redone and tonight I decided to pull the trigger! Called and spoke to the shop owner who suggested I come by so he could see what I wanted done- upon arrival I was greeted with a smile and friendly convo... he called an artist who he thought would be best suited for my situation but he was at home. I didn't hear their discussion but he got off the phone and told me Josh would come in 5-10 min to hook me up! Talk about accommodating!!! Josh did a great job and We discuss the future project. I will definitely be coming back and highly recommend this shop! Clean, Great work and service with a smile! A+! read more

Old school shop, extremely nice artists. I've been going to Oscar for 6-7 years and does 99% of my work. Whether you are looking for traditional or black and grey realism, he can nail it! You can see the versatility in the pictures I posted. Definitely check this place out. read more

Long Beach Ink Assassins - Oscar started this the other day. Also did the snake and both my sleeves. - Tattoo Near Me - Long Beach, California

It's funny how the owner of this shop splinter is a terrible artist, no style, just a copycat scratcher, doesnt draw up his own work just copies and it doesnt look good at all dont go to him, I met the chick Mariah and shes so much more unique and her prices are solid. I'd rather spend a couple hundred on her than the other scratch work I see here read more

I am not a tattoo aficionado but I know that customer service is important no matter what the business is. I visited several shops in Long Beach and although they were pleasant they really did not seem to care if they had my business or not. My last stop which should have been my first stop, was Ink Assassins. They may not be the biggest or fanciest shop but they were friendly and helpful and when I showed them the piece I wanted I was immediately referred to Danubio. Danubio was so positive and enthusiastic and confident he could do the piece I wanted that I did not hesitate to give him my business. I know cannot stop staring at my tattoo. Danubio you are an amazing artist! Thank you Ink Assasins and especially Danubio. read more

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So happy to came here to get my California tattoo. A great moment !!! Thanks again so much from France and I promise that next time we come back to long beach "the best city in the whole world", we come back to you to get a tattoo! read more

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Small no frills tattoo shop. Very kind employees. Johnny is a hidden gem here and does great line/black and white work.

Five stars for simplicity. I got a small tattoo on my left wrist and Danubio was the artist. He was very patient and HILARIOUS. He wanted to make sure that I was satisfied with the final drawing and placement. And of course, RELAX, just relax haha. I went with my two friends and it was just a fun experience because he's a great person to talk too while you're getting tattooed. Compared to Outer Limits Long Beach, it is quite different. IA looks more like a kick back place but still do great shit. I definitely wouldn't mind coming back for more tattoos. read more

Long Beach Ink Assassins - Female chromosomes done by Danubio - Tattoo Near Me - Long Beach, California

Joshua hooked me up! He has a great personality and made me feel super comfortable. The prices aren't bad at all for a tattoo shop. I will for sure be coming back for my future tatts. Im so happy I finally found a shop in long beach I can trust. read more

Long Beach Ink Assassins - Joshua taking selfies on my phone lol - Tattoo Near Me - Long Beach, California

I cannot speak highly enough of Ink Assassins! Been getting ink here for years, from both Ed (Diablo) and Ian. I have 3 pieces from Ian and 11 from Ed and I am far from done getting ink from them. Extremely professional from everyone I have encountered there, great prices for the quality of work (don't forget people you get what you pay for!) and super friendly atmosphere. Definitely a place you can hang out and shoot the shit with the artists. As for quality of work put it this way, tattoos like my Heath Ledger Joker portrait, I got it done 5 years ago and last night I still get people tripping balls over it, asking where I got it and taking pictures of it. A+++++ shop! read more

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Worse tattoo artist ever. The man with the long beard was a complete dick and front desk lady was awesome but he didn't explain anything bout healing process. Do not get tattoos here!!!! read more

Got my first 2 tattoos here today, done by Edgar Marquez Ediablo this guy is amazing! I can't wait to get more. I'm definitely coming back. Plus they play great music in the shop. read more

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i love this place my artist is DOOM i've done my whole sleeve here he's always amazed and pleased me with his work he never lets me leave until it's perfected. i definitely recommend this place ask for doom or splinter they always make me feel comfortable and happy w the work they do read more

They say rule#1 is that the customer is always right well not here this is ther world .we just live in it I wanted a tattoo of my grandma on my forearm.i was told not advisable for me to put it on my forearm he needed more canvas and I'm calling it a canvas cuz he did not tattoo me he did art. They Call him Diablo.I think its an oxymoron seeing how he put one of my guardian angels on me .THANX EDGAR! PS. I will be going here 4 all my tattoos.Diablo your the best ! read more

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Great Friendly Shop. Talented, Classically Trained Artists, the Art work on the walls reflects the true artisits at LBIA, this is NOT your typical Flash and Splash, these guys have some real talent. Working on my next piece.. A portrait of my Daughter. read more

I came in here with my little sister and the owner splinter was very inappropriate and super creepy. He was trying to flirt with me and my underage sister. So wrong of him!! On top of it the artist dooms sucks, he charged me a ridiculous price for his quality of work. It's a real shame that the owner and dooms probably ruin the whole shops reputation. read more

I cannot say enough good things about Danubio Carbenas! I just got my first tattoo, and he is incredible, as both an artist and a person. I checked out his work on Facebook, and loved what he did - very painterly. He really took the time to understand what I wanted and I am amazed at his ability with shadowing and color blending. He is really passionate and an artist. He was also very friendly and made me feel completely comfortable about the process. And I am generally very squeamish about needles and such, and was kinda nervous. If I get another tattoo, I'd be sure to go back. read more

Honestly, I wanted to like this place. I went and told the guy ( I think he called himself diablo.. whatever) exactly what I wanted.. I even drew it out for him. When we talked about it, he was being pretty controlling telling me to just let him do it and tbat he was the artist blah blah. When I told him what colors I wanted the bird to be he told me I didnt know what I was talking about. He then asked me to come back in a few days because he was going to draw it out so i could see it. Okay cool. I come back somewhat excited in spite of his attitude.. the drawing was NOTHING ... and I mean NOTHING like what I asked for. I was so upset I didnt even fight for my deposit back. Its sad because he is a good artist but has a huge head and wont listen to anyone but himself. Dont go unless u dont care what ur tattoo looks like as long as it looks cool. read more

Got my tattoo done here on my birthday last week. Great artists with great/affordable pricing. Weren't trying to rip me off like most of the other tattoo shops in the Long Beach/ Los Angeles area. I will be recommending this tattoo shop & I'm also paying another visit soon read more

The owner, Splinter, hopefully I'm saying it right, lol. He did a major touch up and shading to my old broke tattoo. Forever blessed for his dedication and hard work. He took his time to make sure every detail was fixed and asked me how I wanted it. THANK YOU SO MUCH, I am in love with it!!! Can't wait to get more ink by you guys. This place rocks. Great tattoo artists. read more

I just got my third tattoo with Ian at Long Beach Ink Assassins and the experience was great. Not to mention the prices are affordable and you get the best quality work unlike those other shops like one that I went to in downtown Long Beach where the artists were rather arrogant. I have left happy every time I have been there. If I could post another review on google for these guys, trust me, I would. I must say, my tattoos are pretty badass! read more