I decided that I wanted to get my first tattoo a few months ago. I looked all over for a good shop and a good artist. After speaking to roughly nine different places and not getting a good vibe, I was still undecided. That's when I met someone that had randomly overheard my conversation on the subject. She showed me some of her tats and I was impressed with just how detailed they were and how vibrant the colors were. She gave me Alain Lacoste's name and said he was just down the street at Red Tide. I met with Alain, got that vibe I was looking for and jumped in the chair. First tattoo was Kanji brushstrokes down my spine. It came out so good, that three weeks later, I returned for my left should and a way more detailed 3D-ish tat design. Again Alain hooked me up! I've got about five more planned and they will all be done by Alain. The crew there are cool and I have watched them work. They've all got the skill and passion for their craft. The environment is relaxed, clean, and everyone is chill. Prices have also been very fair. Busy Dad read more

Red Tide Tattoo - 3D Cracked Concrete by Alain - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

I'm a one time previous client of Jade's. I got my shoulders done with her and was super pleased and wanted to come back to her to do a sleeve. There's no doubt that her work is beautiful and the first time around, everything was fine. This time however, her communication was AWFUL and passive aggressive. I set the appt and sent a deposit of $100 of which she didn't confirm the receipt of, until 4 days later. Already off to a rough start, as I didn't know if my appt date was locked in because she was taking forever to confirm. Once the appt was confirmed , I took PTO days off from work A MONTH in advance, one day in order to travel 2 hours to her shop and another day to recoup from hours of tattooing . The day of my scheduled appt, I showed up on time, greeted by the other artists and told them I was there for a 12pm appt w Jade. They informed her I was there and then I sat and waited for ONE HOUR in the lobby. I was giving her the benefit of the doubt and was extremely patient, thinking maybe she was finalizing the piece. Not once did she poke her head out and say hi, show me a sketch, reassure me I wasn't wasting my time or anything. Mind you, none of the other artists checked up on me either knowing I was sitting there for an extended period of time. None of them had clients except for one guy. There was 4-5 of them there. Then a girl walked in , idk if it was another artist or Jade's assistant, I have no clue . Asked me if I was helped and asked me to fill out the consents. As I was starting the consents this same girl came out and informed me that Jade had a migraine and would not tattoo me under those conditions. As I'm understanding of the circumstances, I was pissed. I did NOT make a scene and left the shop and emailed her immediately to reschedule or receive some type of compensation for my time. She didn't respond until the next day, but did offer me 2 hours compd for the inconvenience. Great ! Only when I accepted it and tried to reschedule , she did not respond at all. At this point I waited 10 DAYS before deciding to ask for my deposit back. She of course responded promptly to that email. Lol. Returned my deposit to me, then BLOCKED me on social media. Like what?? I was not once aggressive , rude or anything to her. I did express my disappointment in her unprofessionalism and apparently she didn't take the criticism well. I have all the emails to prove so. I believe I was far more patient than maybe other clients might have been. But she was playing with my time and with my money. Again, no doubt her work is beautiful but that does not mean she should have an attitude when someone is paying good money for a service. She says she takes her business seriously but her attitude and handling of this situation says otherwise. Schedule at your own discretion but don't be surprised by her lack of professionalism. read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

I've tried coming here multiple times and it's pulling teeth just to have someone come out and assist. All of the staff just sits in the back laughing and talking. I sat and waited for about 20 mins in the "lobby". Then as I'm leaving they say "oh welcome!", wrong more like goodbye! read more

Love it here! Always friendly and professional. Love the new location. Would absolutely recommend to a friend or family member.

I've been to Red Tide Tattoo several times now, and I can honestly say it's one of the best experiences I've ever had in a tattoo shop. Jackie has done multiple pieces for me, and every single one has come out clean, bright, and beautifully healed. She's incredibly talented and always makes sure you feel supported, even after the appointment--she's quick to answer any healing questions and genuinely cares about her work and her clients. What sets Red Tide apart from other shops is the atmosphere. Some tattoo shops can feel intimidating, but Red Tide is the exact opposite--it's warm, welcoming, and filled with kind, genuine people. Bree, the piercer, is amazing--so kind, informative, and really takes the time to make you feel comfortable. Dominick is also super friendly and welcoming, and his work is absolutely stunning. The new shop is gorgeous too--bright, clean, and thoughtfully designed. You can tell a lot of love went into creating a space that feels safe and inspiring. I can't recommend Red Tide enough! read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Double candle by Jackie - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

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I got my first belly button piercing with Bre. She was very informative and answered all my questions I had about the healing process. I've reached out to her a few times on social media about how it's healing and she always answers right away. She's made the process so comfortable! Thank you read more

Every single time I'm here I leave happy! Marc is my go to guy and I trust his judgment and expertise. I recommend everyone to go here when looking for tattoos and piercings read more

Great spot. We went nto this experience the way they always tell you not to, with no reservations and no clear idea of what we were looking for. Great staff, with lots of fun supportive suggestions. Ended up with something totally unexpected, but i love it. Will go back soon. read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Random x files themed tattoo. They helped me plan out some future stuff as well. Excited to go back again. - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

I came here to get my nipples pierced about a year ago. Everything was fine until I wanted to change out my jewelry. I went to a place with more jewelry options and when i got on the table she told me I was pierced with THE WRONG SIZE NEEDLE. I ended up having to get my nipples stretched, which was pretty inconvenient and not what I had planned for. I will say everyone was very nice and helpful. read more

I got this tattoo six months ago from Dominic. I brought him an idea, and he went with it put his own spin on it. Very friendly and professional. read more

Red Tide Tattoo - I got this tattoo about six months ago - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

Jade is the best! Always getting compliments on my tattoos she's done on me. The tattoos also are still fresh looking which is amazing!! She's super nice too & gentle. read more

Got my hand blacked out 10/10 the artist not only were super capable but they were incredibly nice.

Bree is amazing! Hands down the best piercer in Temecula. Was so informative gentle and a wonderful lady. I will definitely be back just because of her, thank you Bree!! read more

I had two Daith Piercings with Bre at RedTide. Am truly a noob witht his and She was amazing. She walked me thruough the whole thing, Step-by-step, before during and after (the aftercare) of the piercings. Even on the phone before hand she provided great information that I needed. She was honest and kind and just a lovely person to having helping me. I would recommend this place to anyone, and Bre in particular. 5 Stars booya read more

Jackie is your girl!! Don't hesitate to book an appointment with her or walk in and ask for her. My sisters and I went in spontaneously walked in and Jackie was ready at the counter to take us back. She was very attentive and helpful when it came to deciding on sizing and placement. She was very patient and accommodating. The sanitation was excellent and I absolutely love my two new pieces. She was very thorough on how to tend and take care of my tattoos. She really took the time to make a connection. I will definitely come back. read more

SCAMMERS!!! I purposely called this place before actually going to ask how much their cartilage piercings costs , the guy on the phone said $40 which was a good price, once I got it pierced the guy said $50 like wth I didn't know the price went up $10 in 30 min, and he still expected a tip!! I will NEVER be coming back here again I do not recommend this place to anyone!!! I want to give this place 0 stars but I can't. read more

After having the most painful tattoo experience and after my healing process I have realized my tattoo artist lied about tattooing for over 10 years. Do not trust the beautiful art on the walls! They give you a sense of security in choosing a great place but you'll end up with a novice tattoo artist. My tattoo came out terrible! A major line is crooked and uneven. It is a symmetrical tattoo but looking at it you wouldn't t know that. It looks completely different on both half's. Not to mention my skin was split in a way no other tattoo has split my skin. It looked as though I need stitches and I did not stop bleeding from the tattoo for 2 hours. I will not be returning. read more

Great experience start to finish. I walked in randomly with my wife on a busy day. The shop was packed fulll of customers. They set separate appointment times later in the week for my wife and I. The whole team made the experience awesome!! This shop provides a quality work and is home to quality artists. If you are in the Temecula / Murrieta area I give these guys 7 stars. Well worth your investment. read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

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these guys are rude... and childish. I was looking for Essential ink, in the same center, and came into here by accident. They try to take peoples business and don't want to redirect you to the right place. I'll let the rest of their reviews speak for themselves. Save yourself and go to Essential Ink for professionals and kind, genuine people. read more

Love this place! Dominick does awesome work at descent prices. Definitely found my tattoo shop, and now I won't go anywhere else and I suggest you don't either!! read more

Red Tide Tattoo - My tattoo done at Red Tide Tattoo. I freakin love it! - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

My friends and I were looking to get some nose piercings, and we just happened to come across this place. Bre was the one who pierced us, and it was a great experience. She took her time to mark us, made sure we felt super comfortable the whole time and just overall provided awesome service! I would definitely recommend / come back! read more

Jade is AH-MAZING! She's meticulous and determined to get the details of what you want done. She's pleasant to talk to and so are the rest of the Red Tide Tattoo crew. Please don't believe the naysayers until you experience the high quality work they do for yourself. The facility is very clean and they're always quick to acknowledge you. Everyone gets along so well and you really feel like they treat each other like family! Awesome experience! (They're all really funny too which is a huge bonus! ) read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Joker tattoo done by the talented Jade! - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

I had my nose pierced just over a month ago with Marc. While I was a little indecisive and taking my time to find just the right spot (since it is a permanent HOLE through my flesh) he seemed irritated and gave me impatient vibes which In hind sight I should have taken as a red flag and stopped right there. Once I chose my spot he pierced it- it all went fine until I got home in a comfortable element and was able to take really take a look at the piercing- I realized the flat face of the jewel was not flush with the surface of my nose but rather it was angled upwards and was more parallel with the top of my head rather than the surface of my nose- during the next 24 hours it swelled to the point of indentation on my nose and moderate bleeding, the shank was not long enough to allow for swelling. While trying to clean it with a Q-tip and saline the pressure along with the heavy swelling actually pushing the piercing right out of my nose and the jewelry fell down my bathroom sink. I texted him right away and told him I would try to make it up there within the week. I became sick and due to Covid had to quarantine... life became busy and now a month later I call to set up a time to come in and he invalidated the possibility that it was ever crooked, told me he thought I was a girl that had called and said I had put it back in (invalidating me again, and also acknowledging that other ppl have had the same issue with piercings falling out) and told me that it was too late to give any sort of refund. Also stating that in the consent I signed, there are no refunds on piercings even if it is done crookedly. (Which doesn't match up to him telling me to come in a day after it fell out!) Moral of the story- go somewhere else that won't rush you and will acknowledge that mistakes can be made and if they are, will make it right!! read more

I got my nose pierced last night at this studio by Marc. Everyone was extremely nice, the piercing was quick, and the placement was perfect. I absolutely adore the piercing. Will definitely be going back there for more work. Thank you guys!!! read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Cute little stud. - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

I did a walk in and Josh was my dude! Very professional and easy going. I'm super stoked on the work Josh did and will Definitely come back for more. If your looking for a soft hand and a fast clean tattoo josh is your guy. read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

The best tattoo shop in this area. The artists are all extremely talented & always willing to work with your ideas. Marc has done mostly all of my tattoos & they are all extremely well done. He will always touch them up for me if needed & never fails to amaze me with his artwork! My dog & I 100% recommend this shop to anyone and everyone, hehe. read more

I wish I could leave negative stars. Went in Saturday evening to get my septum pierced. Which I've had done before. Not only did Jamie (the piercer) screw me by piercing it too low on the bridge of my nose rather than the tip, but when I followed up four days later because my ENTIRE face swoll like a balloon, his best advice? "Idk, maybe take it out." Like I know you're clearly no medical professional. But I'm coming to you asking if the hole you put in my face is fixable and or pierced incorrectly and you're gonna hit me with an "idk" like...ok. I'm 100% not the person to rant or leave a negative review but after getting a second and THIRD opinion it was indeed pierced incorrectly. I'm sure simpler piercings he'd be fine, but if you're looking to pierce your septum, call elsewhere !!! read more

People were chill and cooperative, but got a septum piercing that was absolutely horrific. Completely crooked, painful, everything you wouldn't want. Can't believe they let someone walk out with this. Got a refund for the piercing, though it would've been nice to just have it done right. read more

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Josh is awesome!!!! My husband has been traveling to Vegas for the last 5 years just to get tattoos because he is that picky!!!! He went to josh for something small to check him out and was beyond happy! He went back the following week for more work and is so happy! And I am happy that we are saving money because he works a mile from our house!!! If your trying to start a big piece or just little stuff josh is the best by far!!! GO SEE HIM! read more

Had a wonderful experience,Marc made me feel very comfortable and captured the image of what I wanted perfectly.Will definitely be coming back for more in the future. read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Exactly what I wanted thank you Marc! - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

First time going into red tide tattoo .I myself have quite a bit of work already , but wanted to try someplace new and check out some new artists style. Guy who helped me out was named " slick" , came in with just an idea (and I know how frustrating that can be for an artist)he was super patient and cool the whole time.. came up with a great design ,application was clean ,overall great experience highly recommend! Everybody at the shop was super chill so was the vibe.. that's the way a tattoo shop should be ..nuff said! read more

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I needed a cover up job done.I had been looking around my area and came across Red Tide Tattoo in Murrieta,Ca.Talked to an artist named Slick who was very helpful ,came up with a cover up design that was great ....Had the work done the next day and 3 hrs later a beautiful tat on my back left shoulder.Thanks Slick for an amazing job and I will be back for more work to be done!!!!!! read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

Shoutout to Marc Darrah for being an awesome tattoo artist!! Totally captured what I had in mind, covered an ugly ass tattoo, and was an interesting conversation!! I've come to them since they were First Amendment Murrieta and won't go anywhere else!! If you want AWESOME work for a reasonable and fair price hit them up!! read more

Red Tide Tattoo - Session 1 with Marc - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

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A friend referred me to Dom here at red tide. He redid a piece on my arm that I was really unhappy with. It looks amazing! Dom is creative and explained everything he was going to do before he started. I couldn't have asked for a better experience :D. read more

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Marc from red tide tattoo has always been inviting made me feel welcome in the shop , working with me on my designs to tailor them to exactly how I want them to be , I've never felt uncomfortable while being tattooed by him , he takes his time and really cares about his work, I've also gotten multiple piercings by marc and have never had any issues during or after. All the artists at the shop are incredibly talented,focused and dedicated to their customers and tattooing ,and I would highly recommend them. read more

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Daiths done by Marc, very courteous & informative about procedure/starter styles/healing times even coaches you through the breathing. Priced reasonably & pleased with process. Thank you, again! : ) read more

The piercer here has no business piercing I wasn't planning on leaving a review just never coming back but seeing as things haven't changed from other reviews... I got my piercing over a year ago. And I didn't want to leave a full review until it fully healed. It was an industrial and it ended up becoming keloid which I have never had in any other cartalidge piercing. It was because the bar was to short and dug into the skin around my ear (recocurring theme youll find out). The entire shop was so rude especially the female tattoo artist jade. I don't know if she still works there but if so I hope she got an attitude adjustment. My friend and I both came to get a piercing she got a medusa and the jewelry size wasnt long enough for the swelling and a day later it was sucked into her lip! It was just us, 3 tattoo artists and the piercer but from the way they ignored us you would think there were no customers in the shop at all! They were all making Step Brothers references (one of my favorite movies) they were quoting the lines and since every other piercer I've been to has talked to me during the process to keep my mind off whatever is being pierced I decided to try and join the conversation. I said something like "I love that movie" and quoted some line from it. It was like a record scratched they all stopped and just stared blankly at me like I was the rude one for joining in on thier conversation!! And then just turned away and continued thier conversation. And it wasn't like they were across the shop doing thier own thing they were talking with my piercer. After I spoke to them jade started death staring me like she couldn't take the fact that all the attention wasn't on her for 2 seconds. Because she didnt look at me once before i tried to just have some friendly conversation. After we both got pierced we kind of just stood there awkwardly. He didn't give us any information on how to clean our piercings or anything!!! He just stood there as if waiting for a tip. I felt like I was in the twilight zone. It is by far the worst experience I have ever had at a tattoo shop. read more

Red Tide Tattoo - My piercing with the original jewelry. It's to short even with out swelling.. the bottom is where my ear started to grow around it. - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

Every time I get tattooed, it's by Alain. I swear he never disappoints, out of my 6 tattoos, 5 are by him and they're all AMAZING. His work is so clean, and if you give him even the slightest bit of an idea of what you want he can turn it into the greatest piece of work. One of the most knowledgeable artist in the area, makes placement so easy, as i never know exactly where i want my tattoos read more

Red Tide Tattoo - The most recent tattoo I got from Alain Lacoste, couldn't be happier - Piercing Near Me - Murrieta, California

Absolutely love this place and love the work I had done by Jade. Reasonable prices and great artists

Took my son to get his nose pierced. Owner was very nice but the piercer had no manners, just straight to the point and pierced, no explanation, no warning, no after care instructions. Nothing. Rude. read more