Recently came in to get a tat with Dee, who was super nice and professional and loved the atmosphere of the place. Highly suggest if you want a tat to let this be your sign to come here because it was just an awesome experience. :) read more

0/10. Do NOT come here. I found this artist through Instagram for anime tattoos. His work looked good, so I reached out. He was quick to respond and asked for a $200 deposit, which I sent via Apple Pay on March 5 to the shop owner. We booked for March 16. Leading up to the appointment, he would send random updates on the design, but nothing was finalized. I gave feedback and stayed patient, even knowing they had a Friday the 13th event going on. I didn't hit him up again until March 15 (the day before my appointment) because we STILL didn't have a finished design, which is wild. He tells me he'll have it done that day. Cool. Then a few hours later, I get a generic email saying my appointment is canceled. No explanation. Nothing. So I reach out to the number I sent my $200 to asking for a refund, and instead of handling it like professionals, they get confrontational and start acting like I'm the problem for asking for MY money back. They try to hide behind a "no refund" policy... even though THEY canceled on me. Make that make sense. I added my conversation with the artist, since the owner wants to claim harassment. Judge for yourself. No policy was ever clearly shown to me, and communication was trash the entire time. Instead of owning their mistake, they blamed me and got disrespectful. I only got my money back after I told them I'd file a chargeback with my bank and take them to small claims court. Go read their bad reviews--you'll see a pattern, especially with how the owner talks to customers. Super unprofessional. Save your time, save your money, and go somewhere else. read more

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Not enough amazing things to say about Anastasiia. She was just perfect. Drew me out a sketch, gave me a fair price and was really quick. I know that I didn't get anything complicated, but it was really meaningful to me - which she respected and was super kind about it. Would not hesitate to come.back for work again. read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

Went in this past weekend as a walk in and worked with Toni on a cover up I was looking to get done! She immediately created the most gorgeous floral cover up for me that matched the rest of my tattoo style and personality perfectly! She was so kind and I absolutely talked way too much and never once did she seem annoyed! She was awesome and I'll definitely be going back when I need to scratch my tattoo needing itches on a random afternoon read more

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Had an amazing experience on 2/13 at Nothing Sacred Tattoo shop. Their space was comfortable and fun. The entire staff was really kind and made my friends and my tattoo experience great Heitor was my artist and he offered to enhance the flash lines of the tattoos I got and even offered some flashes he has for a Calcifer tattoo ive been wanting for a while. I will absolutely go back read more

Great work done by Rezzy. Very happy with my quarter sleeve. Great work done by professionals who love what they do.

Found my fave tattoo spot! Dee is the best, her work is so clean and wonderful! I'm really happy with all the work I've gotten so far and can't wait to get more read more

Loved Toni she was really great gave her a drawing I wanted she redrew it even better helped me pick out placement of tattoo gave me fair price loved the overall result in fact was so gentle I fell asleep she even responded to questions I had throughout the healing process after overall 10/10 experience her instagram is @tonitheetigerr read more

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UPDATE: I'm updating this review and rating - same day I wrote it. The owner of the shop, Di, actually reached out to me about the tattoo and offered to make it right by fixing the tattoo herself. Unfortunately, I live a few hours away, but here's an excuse for another road trip! :P The fact that she contacted me and offered to correct the tat whenever I have a chance to go back speaks volumes to her professionalism and care as the owner of this establishment. I can get down with that. I'll update again with a pic of the correction :) 4/17/2023 I sort of don't know where to start with this. The good is: They take walk-ins. It's 100min, it's across from The WNDR Museum, They're super friendly and it's a clean space. The rough is: I was a walk-in in a group of 3 and we were getting the same small tattoo. We were getting our tattoos with Artist 1. While Artist 1 was doing my cousin's tattoo, a different tattoo artist (Artist 2) came available. Artist 2, didn't know how to do shading on a palm tree. Artist 2 was referring to the way Artist 1 was doing shading, but Artist 2 shaded mine like a ball. LOL So, I have this palm tree spines of the frawns, but shaded into a ball LOL. OMG it's freakin' hilarious. I mean... I have to laugh cuz it's sad funny, but it's not funny cuz it's permanent. lol *shrugs* *sighs* I was just trusting in "the universe." HAHAHAH n the universe stood me up. lol It's cool... i mean... it's gna have to be. The awesome part is, it represents an amazing moment in time I had with my cousins on an emotionally tough day. It also makes me laugh because I was literally freaking out in the chair texting my cousins expletives. I saw what Artist 2 was doing and thinking, "this was a baaaaaad decision and I'm 100% sober" HAHAHAHAH. It's on the side so I can't see it and eventually, I'll have it fixed elsewhere. Geezey. Anyhow, I'm not going to name the artist. I don't want to throw them under the bus. They need the experience to learn. I get it. But definitely, need to practice on them shading skills lol. read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - ‍‍‍‍ - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

I've gone to this shop multiple times and it never disappoints. Dee is amazing, extremely responsive, and always makes sure I'm taken care of. The experience is consistently great, which is why I keep coming back. If you're looking for a place this is the spot. read more

My daughter and I went in to get tattoos with a similar theme to celebrate her move to San Diego and we had a rough idea of what we wanted. We explained this to the artist in studio, Toni. She was nothing but amazing from there on out. She came up with some great designs and customized them to what we were looking and asking. She took care and time to sketch them and then make sure we were 100 ready to go with size and placement. We are so happy with the results and will be coming to Toni for more work. We highly recommend this studio and appreciate the cleanliness and friendliness of Nothing Sacred. read more

I'm in love with my tattoo Justin did an amazing job not only on the work itself but the vibes were awesome. I felt very welcomed and he made sure that I was satisfied with the image that i was going to put on my leg. I'm very happy and looking forward to coming in again for my next tattoo. read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

Awesome place! I've gotten all my tattoos done by Di and she's amazing! Line work 10/10 plus 10/10 art, they have all healed very nicely as well, will be coming back for more of course! read more

Rueben was amazing super fast and super friendly. He honestly left me amazed on my tattoo everyone was super welcoming and overall it was a bad ass tattoo highly recommend read more

I was in town for a cancer walk on November 4th. 6 of us stopped in to get small tattoos to commemorate our friend's year of remission. I asked for a bone (she had bone cancer) with watercolor splashes in the background. The artist, Anastasia, said this was no problem. It looks terrible and I told her in the shop that I did not like it. However, the tattoo took about 2 hours (insanely long) and I didn't have the time, nor did I trust her, to fix it as we were headed to the walk to raise money for cancer research. After a week of healing, it still looks terrible and I am scarred (I have SEVERAL tattoos and none have ever healed this way). I thought it may be infected ... but ... it looks horrible. You can hardly see the bone. I contacted the shop asking for a refund or SOMETHING (since I'm going to need to get a cover up or a fix) and they were super disrespectful & told me I was manipulating them. They basically said ... you signed the waiver. Out of our hands. I would NOT recommend dealing with whoever runs their social media (namely IG) or Anastasia if you ever happen upon this shop... read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

Diana's energy is delightful, and her piercings save the day;) The complementary candy is also a great touch. read more

Best place around for a tattoo. They're honest and will work with you. No questions asked, will come back again.

What a fun memory! My wife and I chose to spend our ten year wedding anniversary in San Diego. We spontaneously walked into the shop and inquired about walk-in appointments. Unfortunately, the timing didn't work out for our first day, but we arrived at opening the following day and were greeted by a fantastic hostess who helped us by discussing our plans and ideas with us and the available artist in the shop. Our artist Julia's draft sketches of the different options we were considering were spot on, and very reasonably priced. I decided to get them both done! My wife started feeling so comfortable with the people in the shop, she decided to pull the trigger on a long contemplated first tattoo. Of course I had to get a matching one. Four tattoos finished in a few short hours, all beautiful. Thank you Nothing Sacred for a memorable experience and for the fantastic work we will cherish forever! read more

This place is a total joke! I walked out because the girl who was supposed to do my tattoo kept sketching her version of the picture I was showing her. I kept telling her that's not it. She would disappear for 5 minutes to sketch a new version and come back with nothing like what I was showing her. I had a picture of a very simple tattoo and just wanted it exactly as the picture. After about four tries of back and forth, I told her this would not work out, and I walked out. She said, "Thanks for wasting my time". She wanted to put the wrong tattoo on me, could not get it right, and I wasted her time? I am so glad I walked out. I went to another place nearby within walking distance of this one, which was much more professional. They were able to get my simple tattoo right literally on the first try. I am so glad I did not get my tattoo done at Nothing Sacred. If you have doubts, go with your gut feeling instead of getting stuck with a horrible tattoo! Shop around and look at the places nearby. There are better options. read more

I found this place based off good reviews here, I made an appointment and had my tattoo done just two days later! My tattoo was done perfectly and at a reasonable price! I can't be happier with the results! Definitely recommend this business and I will be back!! read more

Came in for a medium tattoo in February. Work was pretty good, customer service not so much. If you want to feel like a machine is doing the work you're in luck. Customer service was ok leading up to the appointment, not so great during, and non existent after. read more

I have nothing but wonderful things to say about this shop and Dee. I wanted to get my first tattoo and after a lot of research I landed on Dee over at Nothing Sacred in downtown. I had no idea about the tattoo process going into it and Dee immediately responded, answering all my questions in a welcoming me in a professional way. Upon arrival, the staff was extremely kind and discussed my tattoo design in detail. I wanted a few changes to the initial tattoo design Dee provided and they were happy to hear my feedback and make the changes. I was nervous and shaky during the tattoo but Dee was still able to draw perfect lettering that looked machine-like in precision and never even mentioned my shakiness. I'm so glad I chose Dee for my first tattoo and can't imagine going anywhere else. Impeccable tattoo, impeccable vibes. You won't regret Nothing Sacred! read more

So I got my first tattoo here about a month ago from Justin and the service and quality of the tattoo were both amazing, he was very considerate and even helped the tattoo by expanding on the original design, showing examples of how some colors dry, along with giving detailed aftercare instructions overall an amazing experience with immaculate vibes from the rest of the artists along with the tattoo itself healing very well I'll definitely be coming back for some of my next pieces. read more

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Got my first tattoo done here. Staffs were ok. Atmosphere was a little hot and humid. Great tattoo! read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

By far the greatest tattoo shop in San Diego. My wife and I have gotten a ton of tattoos over the years from multiple different artists and none of them even come CLOSE to what Leo can do. I've had artists that are nationally acclaimed do work, and side by side with Leo's art, look like an apprentice did it compared to Leo's masterful work. Dude should be in Ink Masters fast-laned to the finale. Met the guy through happenstance selling him a motorcycle and has become more than just an artist, but a friend too. From here on out, I don't want anybody but Leo doing my art. 100% shoutout to @tattoos_by_leo read more

Dee and her assistant were so friendly and welcoming during all of my tattoos. I only went to Dee because her talent is amazing and she takes good care of her client. They talked with me during my longer sessions and overall made the experience so good I can't wait to get back in for another tattoo. I seriously can't say enough good things, Dee is the person to go to for tattoos, big or small! read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - Dee's tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

Walked in for matching tattoos and Leo was absolutely amazing! He made the process super easy and he was super friendly! read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

Did my pointe shoe tattoo with Julia. Could not have asked for a better tattoo. She made it way better than the original photo I showed her. Her fine line precision and attention to detail is amazing. She was so incredibly kind and nonjudgmental. She just wanted to make sure I liked it. If you want dainty fine line tattoos, I would get them done with her. Thank you so much julia!!! read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

Love coming to get work done with Di! She's fast, consistent, precise and sociable! Her prices are very reasonable for the quality of work she does. I'll continue to go back to her for more tattoo work! read more

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Memorializing a recent African safari. The flag,of Botswana surrounded by the outline of the African continent. Miguel was my artist and he did a superb job. The vibe was low key and comfortable. Miguel took time and worked patiently while, with his help, finalized the design. The outline and shading is really fine. Nothing Sacred Tattoo has been around for quite some time, which is a testament to the quality of their work. The shop is clean, well lighted, and a place to sit while things were getting set up. As this is not m first tattoo, I basically tuned into a Grateful Dead playlist the appropriate length of time it was anticipated, and off we went. I certainly recommend Nothing Sacred Tattoo and the artist, Miguel. Be forewarned, there's a sign on the counter informing those that Andre back before being called are subject to being kicked in the groin. I'm appreciative they cut me some slack. read more

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I've been to quite a few tattoo shops but I am the most impressed by this one. Di did my tattoo of my son's birth flower and it's absolutely flawless. Made an appointment right after to come back and see her again. The vibe is 10/10 here also! read more

@justinartist619_ Poor tattoo artist. Outrageous price. For a 2 inch outline was $160. Not good quality. For a walk-in...go somewhere else!!! read more

I am AMAZED with the outcome of my tattoo. I am here from Texas and i came in and they were so nice and welcoming. Cris did my tattoos and they turned out great. Would definitely recommend coming here they're absolutely incredible! read more

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I got a spine tattoo done at Nothing Sacred by the owner who goes by Dee. She was so professional and patient with me. VERY talented and did exactly what I came in there for. Her work is immaculate and I always get compliments on how clean the wording is. I am super happy with my experience and the service I received here. Definitely recommend this tattoo shop, location is great, shop is CLEAN, staff is friendly and incredibly professional. read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

I've had 6 tattoos done by Dee over the course of almost a year! I have always had a great experience when I come in and even in the communication that takes place beforehand. She loves what she does and is so quick and efficient. I've had other tattoo artist make me feel bad or uncomfortable because I have a low pain tolerance but D is so patient and sweet! Even when I accidentally twitch she manages to keep my tattoo error free! She always makes sure the tattoo is exactly how I want it. Her prices are super reasonable given her excellent work!! I've never left unhappy!! read more

I was getting my hair done at Dearinger's (next door) and stopped in before my appointment to inquire about a new tattoo. Courtney was very nice and quickly drew me a sketch of the picture I gave her. Later, as the foils in my hair were processing, Courtney was able to act quickly and fit in my small tattoo application. I couldn't have asked for a better experience. I love my new tattoo! The artwork/needlework was perfect and exactly what I wanted. Thank you!! read more

Nothing Sacred Tattoo - J butterfly tribute tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - San Diego, California

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This shop has such a chill atmosphere and always a good time to be here. I love going to Di, she has been tattooing me for over a year now and is my go to since she is so versatile with tattoos. Definitely looking to keep her as my artist for a long time!!! Highly recommend! read more

I have been coming to this shop for about two years now. A friend of mine recommended going to Dee, and since then I have been going to her only. She's such an amazing tattoo artist and the sweetest person in general. Literally have not gone to anyone else BUT her since I met her. She listens to all my ideas and hypes me up for them too. Definitely found my go to person for all tattoos. I've gotten 5 tattoos from this shop so far and have not been disappointed at all. I also got my n!ppies pierced here too, and have healed great. read more

Wonderful atmosphere! Everyone super chill and professional! Would go again for my next piece

I loved MOST of my experience. I went in with a crowd of 12 and we all wanted tattoos and piercings. Seeing as to the shop minimum was $100 we were chilling. Loved it up until one of the tattoo artist with a face tatt yelled and I mean YELLED at us for being to loud. He was tattooing 1 person for less that what we were spending in the short 30 minutes we were there. If he wanted to have a quiet session he should have scheduled a better time for his client or tattooed from his personal home. You legit work in a shop I don't understand how you want people to be quiet. read more