I have had two tattoos done with Peter. His tattoos are created with precision and artistry. I am beyond impressed and happy with my tattoos! He is gracious and so professional. I highly recommend Peter Gunz Tattoo!!! read more

AMAZING!!! My dream has been to get a tattoo for my 18th birthday and this was by far the best place to do it. It has a super chill and supportive vibe, and he's very caring (especially with newcomers). I RECOMMEND HIGHLY to get tattooed here!!! My first tattoo went beautifully and I even got to take my stencil home. I loved every second here!! Definitely will be coming back!! read more

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Where do I begin? As a first-timer getting a tattoo, I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Peter made me feel completely at ease from start to finish. Not only is he an incredibly talented artist, but he's also an all-around great person. From the moment I walked in, Peter greeted me warmly and guided me through the planning process for my first full sleeve. He was professional, clear, and detailed in explaining every step, which really put my mind at ease. He answered all my questions and made sure I felt confident moving forward. When we got to the initial session, Peter's sketch was spot on--exactly what I had envisioned. The final result? A full sleeve that exceeded my expectations and looks amazing! Beyond his skills as an artist, Peter is a fantastic communicator. We had great conversations throughout the sessions, which made the whole experience even more enjoyable. If you're looking for a tattoo artist who just gets it--someone who's talented, professional, and easy to work with--Peter is your guy. I couldn't be happier that my first tattoo was done by him. Highly recommend! read more

My Hubs was needing a memorial tattoo reflecting the valued family member we lost- our loyal sweet feisty pup Koda. Thank you Peter S for a beautiful tribute, professional, kind, & reasonable ‍ read more

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If you want quality work with a tattoo artist that'll keep it honest real and have integrity with his clientele then this is the man for you he's done an amazing job and I couldn't suggest him more read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Ying yang koi fish - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

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I got a tattoo here for $60 and tipped him $10. The day I came in, I was helped right away but I highly recommend calling ahead of time because there is only one person doing the tattoos. I got a small one and it came out super cute. He did it in $15 minutes or less and it did not hurt like the first tattoo I ever got. I had told him that I fainted during my first tattoo so he tried to keep me distracted by talking to me. I would come back if I wanted another one. read more

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I am beyond thrilled! I stopped by last night to consult with Peter about three tattoos that and walked out with two painful (but gorgeous) arms! Since I knew what I wanted and he had the time, why not?!! He took my artwork examples, gave great suggestions, and tweaked them to be beyond beautiful! I already had tattoos so I was preparing myself for a painful journey, but alas.... I only let out a couple of "oofs" the whole time! Peter definitely has a light hand. He is a chill dude, so personable, and has a great sense of humor. I felt comfortable right off the bat. I had some questions about sizing too and, although they are larger than I initially wanted, he was absolutely right! They are perfect for me and he put thought into how they would look in the future. I've already received compliments and cannot wait for them to fully heal. I highly recommend Peter Gunz Tattoos! Reach out and he'll respond, unlike other artists I contacted. He also welcomes doing both large and small pieces which is good to know. Now I am thinking about what to get next! ^..^ read more

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So this is the first time getting a tattoo. I reach out to Peter and he lets me know to come in for a consultation to provide him with a better idea of what I was looking for. Showed him some sample pics and concepts of what I was looking for and he delivered. His welcoming personality and positive attitude made the whole experience awesome. He didn't have a stuck up attitude like some other tattoo artists had when I contacted them. So in conjunction to the experience, the work itself came out BETTER than what I had in mind lol. Super happy with the work (IMO) and experience. Will gladly come back to Peter for additional work. Thank you much sir! read more

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Got my first tatt 5 years ago with Peter & now going back for a 2nd !!! He is very chill and works with you to get what you want. Looking forward to the next session! read more

Peter is AMAZING!!! He took my inspiration picture and worked with me to find the perfect combination of artistry for my memorial tattoo. He was kind, caring and gentle. It is better than I could've ever expected. Thank you Peter for making time for me and bringing my idea to life. I love my messages to heaven tattoo !! read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

5 years ago, I knew that I wanted a sleeve of my family's zodiacs but never knew how to go about it. I could never decide on a shop and didn't know which artist to go to. I had put it off since then until this year when a good friend of mine recommended me to come to Peter's shop. Knowing my friend, I decided to check it out. First impressions, Peter's shop has tons of artwork hung from the walls and I noticed that some pieces were gifted to him. To me, you must be a pretty well liked individual to be receiving gifts. Although the shop may feel overwhelming with all of the artwork around you, the area was clean and well kept. Upon entering I was greeted warmly by Peter and we talked about my interest in my tattoo. I let him know very generally that I wanted a dragon, two rabbits, a rat and a ram for my sleeve. With what information he had, he took off and made an outline of my sleeve which exceeded my expectations. The attention to detail was incredible and I was thoroughly impressed. Peter made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process of my tattoo. After 4 sessions with him I can say with confidence that he's a trustworthy, humble, honest and hard-working dude. Not once did I feel pressured into getting my tattoo. Peter always let me know of my options and that ultimately it was my decision to make. This way it made my tattoo feel flexible yet personalized. Peter's a reasonable man. I booked four 6 hour sessions with him at $600 per session. $2400 + tip for a sleeve with color is an incredible deal. I was never cheated out of my sessions because they were on my time. Most of the time, it would be me stopping the session for a brief moment to give my arm a break. Otherwise if I don't say anything then Peter would just continue to work straight. He definitely has the tenacity to work hard and won't cut you off of your time. My sleeve was never really determined from the beginning. I knew what I wanted, but not really. Peter helped me with that. Over time, he sculpted a vision for my tattoo. Details would change, color schemes would change, it was a very fluid process. He tries very hard to accommodate you and make sure that you get what you want. I'm extremely happy with my first tattoo. Surprised with myself that it was a whole ass sleeve. I'm very satisfied to have worked with Peter on it and would recommend him to anyone. He's gained my trust and I've feel like I've made another friend. **When I showed my tattoo to my Taiwanese parents, they were impressed with the art and were actually very supportive of it! read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

This place Peter Gunz Tattoo is the best Peter toke care of my father in law tattoo and mine. Peter is the best he make sure our tattoo is the way we love it. Foresure I'm coming back for more tattoo at Peter Gunz Tattoo thank you Peter. read more

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This review is very long overdue. I want to say about 8 years overdue because that is when I got my first of many tattoos from Peter. First off, Peter is an amazing guy. Very down to earth and really listens to you when you are telling him what you want. He will also offer some good advice on where certain places on your body may fade faster than others and let you know where it is very painful. As of right now I have a total of 7 tattoos from Peter. My boyfriend has about 4 as well. His shop is clean and very welcoming. Wether you are there for 4 hours or 10 minutes, the ambiance is very calming. He will talk to you and sort of distract you from the pain. Let me tell you, it is welcomed! He is also very light handed so it doesn't hurt as much as you think it would. His prices are VERY reasonable and its best if you go in first to show him where and how big you want your piece. He requires a small deposit and then he will set a time. I am always surprised he has time for my boyfriend and I seeing how busy he always is! He also does amazing cover ups. You cant even tell there was an old piece underneath. He did a lovely cover up for my boyfriend. He received so many compliments and someone even asked him where he got it! Thank you Peter for all of your great work! I am and will always be a loyal customer. read more

My initial thought on this location: Great place to get a tattoo if you live in the SGV area. Location is in a plaza close to Santa Anita mall. This place has street parking and you can park anywhere with ease. I told peter to do a tribal sketch for me and it turned out just like I wanted. Lines are straight and the tattoo healed perfectly in 2 weeks. Peter Gunz is light with his hands and quick to the touch. He charges by the hour and sometimes by the session depending on the size of your tattoo. This tattoo total ink time was about 3.5 hours with ample breaks in between. I would recommend this place read more

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What can I say about his shop, simply a true artist in tattoo field... this man is top notch, keeps it's real and very welcoming and understanding and patient! Decent prices for Quality work!! Theirs parking in the back! AWESOME! The shop itself is super chill, very clean awesome decor!! It was mine and my wife's first time, let me tell you he was nothing but understanding and made the experience painless! Make sure you stop by his store and get some amazing work done! Highly recommended!! Cash only, Cash is king read more

My two friends and I called ahead of time to see if we could do a walk-in and he was able to accept us day of! He was so kind and asked lots of questions to make sure he we were getting exactly what we wanted. Overall such an amazing experience. Very clean store and great atmosphere! He also locks the door in the front to regulate and make sure people are following proper Covid procedures (which we extremely appreciated). Overall amazing and we will be coming back forsure! read more

It's been too long and I'm back at it again. Peter Gunz Tattoo tatted his 9th tattoo on me.*(: He's such a phenomenal Tattoo Artist. He's respectful, creative, and solid! He's always adding his unique touch on my tattoos, it's pretty legit and I trust him! My most recent tattoo with him, it's so vibrant and amazing! Got a lot of compliments. -- Why I'm always back for more. Thanks again, Peter! A+++ Stop by and check out Peter Gunz Tattoo. read more

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Very happy! I was able to vape when I wanted and take as many breaks as I needed. I will definitely visit again for my next tattoo read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

first tat, my design, went very well ;) Great tattoo artist :) friendly ^_^ fast :) almost painless lol :D highly recommended :) will return for added artwork :p thank you :) read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

My first tattoo experience was a awesome one. Thanks to Peter for making it happen. This guy was was chill I felt like I was hanging out with my good friend. I did 3 5hr sessions and not once during my 3 sessions did It feel like I was there for 5hrs. The shop was super clean and cool, as for Peter professional and as you can see also very talented. People please don't try to negotiate the price you ain't going to no yard sale you are about to get something for life. I say this because I witnessed this when I was there getting my arm done. To me I see it as a disrespect to his craft, don't be that person. A Peter thanks for the kick ass experience. I definitely recommend this man and I will definitely be back for another one. A Peter you try Angelos yet?! read more

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Third tattoo with Peter and still loving his services! Came back to add on to my sleeve and he was able to connect the transitions so smoothly! Peter you have a lifetime supporter! read more

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This is an honest review for Peter. So I got a tattoo from Peter 2 years ago, and I want to write this review because I do see some negative reviews on his Yelp Page, and I just want to reinforce that on Yelp because tattoos are permanent. I wanted to get a Bible verse on my chest, so I went to Peter because he tatted my first tattoo on my back, and I love it. However, not this time. He charged me 200 dollars, and I gave him $100 dollars tip beforehand because I appreciate the work he does. But the experience I had with him for my second tattoo was horrific. I asked him if he could make my words bigger and change my design, and he told me he would charge me extra 20 dollars because I would be wasting his paper. I mean I understand you would charge me, but 20 dollars for make the words bigger and print another piece of papers on my body would need extra 20 dollars? Also, I gave you 100 dollars tips because I appreciate you, so why would you charge me 20 dollars for just making the words a little bigger and for a piece of paper? I would pay, but when you said that I would waste your paper and your inks, I felt deeply upset. I chose to continue. After you finished my tattoo, I have no problem with it. 2 hours later, you told me that you spelled Psalm incorrectly, and right off the bet, you just straight out told me don't blame it on me, it was all your fault. Wow, Ok. I admitted that it was my fault, but as a tattoo artist, would you have to check the spelling too? And you said, I ain't no English major? I don't think it's about what you were majored in but rather it's a professional thing? I gave you two stars because you were being honest, and you wanted to make it up. Thank you for do a cover up for me, but I just don't like that attitude on that day. Since the tattoo is permanent, I just want people to read this review, and my experience with you. Thank you, read more

You need to go to this man for first or any tattoo he is a professional and scholar all in one! Thank you again for my first ink can't wait till I get more! Bless your heart, may god be with you and your loved ones in these trying times! read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Top is brand new tattoo Bottom was taken 6/11/19 - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Peter did mine and my wife's tattoo in remberance of her brother. AMAZING!!! We can only say awesome things about Peter's work. He is a true artist, light on the hand super quick. I will definitely come back for more ink. If you are looking for an artist who is fair, paitent and does amazing work, Peter is your guy. read more

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Give this tattoo shop 5 stars! Special thanks to Peter! Guy is legit! Super nice person. Good convo with this guy while he's tattoing. Im so happy with the tattoo outcome. Definitely coming back for my next tattoo. I highly recommend this shop. Peter is a true master of his craft. Thanks man! I appreciate you. Good guy! read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

Dropped in today for two quick ankle-area tats of drawings that a friend did. Called into the shop after I left work to ask about a consultation, got a return call within minutes. Walked in, asked Peter what he thought and for any advice. I thought I'd need to block out another time this week since the shop had maybe 40 min before closing, but he said he could do both in 20 min or so. I was pleasantly surprised and agreed! Peter is very precise and professional in his work. Friendly, personable, great conversationalist while he worked (I needed it to distract from the minor burn!). He did both in 20 min like he said. Solid work. Had a great time and I'm glad to know there are great artists in my local area! Looking forward to the next time I visit. Thanks, Peter! read more

One of my favorite experiences when getting a tattoo happened at Peter Gunz Tattoo Shop with Peter himself. First I was not sure what exactly I wanted as a tattoo, all I had was a basic outline and some ideas on what I wanted inside. Peter was so patient and professional with me. He put in my ideas but with his artist view. And only when I was very happy and sure about the end results on paper did he proceed to ink it on my skin. He is not one of those artist that just want to get it done with... he understands that your tattoo is going to be there for the rest of your life so it better look good! During my session, he always asked if I was okay and if I needed a break. Peter is very light handed which is important because less blood loss!! Even though I am pretty pain tolerant. I highly recommend this place if you are trying to get any work done. read more

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Peter is awesome..I got my first tat done by him a few months ago.He was very patient and made me feel at ease because I didn't know what to expect. I'm now going on my 5th tattoo by him.He is reasonably priced and will answer any questions you have... read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

Like all the previous reviews have said, PETER IS AMAZING! I've always wanted a tattoo for a few years now but was always scared of the pain (I have zero pain tolerance fyi). So for my birthday and also Valentine's Day, my friend and I decided to finally get the tattoos we wanted as a way to start my 20s with a bang. My friend wanted 38 in Roman numerals ("XXXVIII") on his left chest while I wanted an outline of the sun on the Taiwanese flag on my upper back. We walked in at 3pm on a Saturday and the shop was empty. Peter attended to us immediately and gave us estimates on our design. Note that he has a $50 minimum no matter what the piece is and the price can increase depending on size and detail. Because it's CASH ONLY, we decided to come back at 4 after I calm my nerves and withdraw some money from the ATM at the nearby mall. Somehow at 4pm, I found the courage to come back to the shop where Peter gave us a couple of contracts to sign and printed out our designs to finalize the size of it for the stencil print. He was super gracious in making a ton of adjustments and making sure we were happy with the size and placement of our respective design. Both my friend and my tattoos ended up to be $50. My friend went first and it took around 10 minutes so before I knew it, IT WAS MY TURN. Peter placed the print right in the center of my upper back, making sure that the tip of the highest ray was exactly at where my shoulders met. I'm so appreciative that he truly cares about and listens to what you want because I mean, this tattoo is going to be there forever. He sat me down and we began. Mine took 20 minutes and wasn't as excruciatingly painful as I had imagined (Did I mention I have a fear of needles?) In fact, I didn't even cry. My friend has once described to me that getting a tattoo felt like getting cut slowly by a shard of glass and I have to say that it's a pretty damn good description of how it felt. All in all, the pain is bearable because your desire for the tattoo should overpower your fear of the process. Mine certainly did. And trust me --- things are never as bad as you have it in your head. If the pain is the only thing holding you back, I say just do it! What's 20 minutes to the rest of your life? read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

Peter is a friend of my cousin and he really did a awesome job on my tattoo. I love it. Sorry, that i forgot to tip you. But, don't worry. I'll be going over to him for my future tattoo. I recommend anyone who wants to get nice tattoo. He's really nice and very attentive. Make sure your still breathing. I will for sure be going to Peter for any of my next tattoo. Thank you Peter you were awesome!! read more

Yelp is truly the most reliable and trustworthy site to get real feedback and review. This was the reason why I decided to check out Peter Gunz Tattoo Studio. For the longest time I was looking for a renowned tattoo artist who specialized in Asian art such as dragons, kois and tigers, however I was skeptical to find such place in Arcadia of all places. However, when I met peter he was a very professional, outgoing and a cool guy in general. Unlike other tattoo stores, he is genuine and greets each and every person with respect and hospitality. He knows that going to a tattoo store may be intimidating so he makes everyones experience fun and comfortable. Peter listens to your suggestions and the cool thing about Peter is that he knows how to make what you want even better! He is not one of those random tattoo artist who copies a stencil or a picture, he is actually an artist, someone who can freehand and draw whatever you want on the spot. He is very light and gentle when he tattoos, so he wont cause any deep scaring, scabbing or anything that may harm your skin. I actually went to him a few times during a 1 month period because I was unsure of what I want; he was patient, understanding and does not pressure you. I had a tattoo that I didnt like and he is well known for covering up tattoos! Not only that, he is well known for Koi tattoos! Best of both world.. I hit the jackpot. I did my tattoo 6 hours straight; making me feel at ease and comfortable; giving me my own tv to watch to keep me distracted. Most importantly the place is safe, clean and organized. Bottom Line, Peter is truly an awesome, amazing tattoo artist who I believe has been recruited by famous individuals, TV shows, studios etc.. However, he chooses to do his own thing because he loves his job, his art and his passion to make people happy. Highly recommended! In the end I felt like I made a good friend who cared. I will for sure come back in the future! read more

Amazing artist! Outside of the shop looks shady, but once you go in, it's like a contemporary bar. Peter did my first tattoo and was pretty much everything I needed. Told me what I needed to know, the price of the piece, and gave me some tips for a quick, easy tattoo. The piece took about two hours but still was pretty cheap for the work put in for the art. I would recommend anyone going in the future to make appointments, i guess I was just lucky to come in at the right time. read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - The endless knot. Basically means karma, do something and it will always come back to you no matter what choice you make. - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

Yet another successful tattoo from Peter! Peter is very professional, welcoming, and flexible on the design and placement of your tattoo. He will take the time to make sure the outline is exactly what you want, where you want it before he starts working. He has a very light hand (which is super important if you don't want raised lines or can't handle pain), and his prices are super fair, too. If you have any line work you need done, I would recommend this guy in a heart beat! read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Tiny line work, and it looks great! - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

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Went in for consultation and things started fine, friendly. Talked for not very long and smelled a strong smell of alcohol (in my opinion). Big red flag bc it was 2 pm and I was the only one there so maybe he was drinking by himself? Anyway, I told him I'll think about it and he started to get angry like I wasted his time or something. As I was walking away he said and I'm paraphrasing, "if you want your tattoos to look like shit (pointing at my tattoo) go somewhere else". I was shocked. I didn't say anything and just left. Edited: Added (my opinion) Update: 6/22/18 After reading Peter's response I'd just like to say that I was not exaggerating and I will not be intimidated to remove my review. I really don't leave reviews for businesses unless I feel like it's a 5 star or a 1 star and in this case, it's for sure a 1 star. Instead of apologizing, you looked at my past reviews and tried to justify your actions like it's my fault you were disrespectful and unprofessional. It really shows who you are as a person, someone who doesn't take personal responsibilities for their actions. read more

Peter is awesome! Got two tattoos done by Peter. He does a great job! He's very personable, has an awesome sense of humor, and makes the time go by super fast. I always feel comfortable coming here. His prices are very reasonable. I would definitely recommend him. I will be coming back in the near future for more! Thanks Peter!! read more

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Peter is AMAZING!!!! I would give him 10 stars if i could!!! I came to get my first tattoo and everything came out great. I would definitely recommend Peter for anyone out there looking for a tattoo artist. read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Satisfy and done by Peter :) - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

I just got this tattoo and am super happy with it. The line work is so perfect and clean. Peter is such a kind and friendly soul and puts you at ease while working on your tattoo. Very professional also. I the price was good too! read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Peter Gunz work - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

Peter is the man!!!! Had an awesome time at the shop, Peter is an awesome guy who will listen to you and come out exactly with what you expect and more!!!! If you are looking to get a tattoo, don't hesitate and book an appointment. Don't rush it and go to another shop, trust me, it's worth the wait. I love my money frog and I will definitely be back for more work!!!! Ps. You owe me 5 bucks for the hot dog hahahaha read more

Peter Gunz Tattoo - Peter is the man!!Awesome guy, awesome shop and got myself an awesome tattoo. - Tattoo Near Me - Arcadia, California

My first tattoo at peter gunz tattoo shop was the best experience i ever had. Honestly i felt like home, peter handed me the remote and told me to watch whatever i want and always asked me if i was alright. pete is not a shy guy and he will start a conversation with you. His work is awesome and i been going there for about 8 years so far. All i can say is his prices are reasonable cheaper then any other tattoo shop and he does a great job with every tattoo i have gotten from him. thank you peter for being honest, friendly and you will be seeing me soon. Don't forget he is a very silly guy and don't let his don't tattoos scare you. read more

Earlier today I got my second tattoo (first one was also with Peter). I have to say I am really satisfied with my piece! Peter is a true professional and has a great personality to go along with his amazing skill. Pros: incredible and experienced artist. He handles his machine really well, not causing much pain at all. (There's always some pain). Friendly and welcoming vibe. Extremely versatile, can do many different types of art. Many more pros I'm positive I'm missing but by now you get the point, the man can really create a great looking tattoo. Cons: NONE Summary: I absolutely recommend Peter to anyone trying to get a high quality piece of art! Even if you already have your regular tattooist you should consider giving Peter try because if you're going to get something that will mark your body for life, it might as well be a great piece of art. Once again shout out to Peter, thanks for the great work. See you soon for the next one. read more

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