River City Tattoo

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Mikey did great work for my wife and worked with her to get the tat just right. He's passionate about creating new ideas and helping clients get the perfect fit! read more

River City Tattoo - They've got these killer rugs everywhere! - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

River City Tattoo - Her favorite rooster was named Happy Meal . Great color - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Jim K.

2 months ago

There is a very angry, older white lady that runs the shop and is extremely rude and annoying. Avoid at all costs.

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Georgia R.

5 months ago

I can't speak highly enough about Raul. He took my idea and executed it so far beyond my expectations. The coloring is absolutely beautiful. He was patient, kind and respectful read more

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Jolene W.

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Nice store customer service is pretty good. They do tattoos and piercings persons are pretty fast and easy didn't hurt. The environment was chill. Ambience was kicked back. read more

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Sarah K.

5 months ago

amazing spot for a tattoo. clean and friendly. communicative. can get busy during fri the 13th, but very great folks who made clear timeline and wait! read more

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Daisy J.

1 year ago

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Victoria B.

1 year ago

Raul did amazing job I'm so happy . and I get many compliments thank you Raul your a great artist and I will be back for another and going to request him . read more

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1 year ago

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Elizabeth P.

2 years ago

River City Tattoo - Mars tattoo left ankle - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

River City Tattoo - mars tattoo left arm "lots of love, mars" - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

River City Tattoo - best friend and josh! - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Jessica M.

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I came in here in September to get my nose pierced. Ry did an amazing job and used great jewelry. She's very sweet and the place is so clean! I came in to get a shorter bar and she was very helpful. I would highly recommend Ry! I drive and hour and half to come here. The after care instructions were great and I've had no issues. read more

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Patrick D.

1 year ago

Great shop, clean, good pricing. Raul has worked on two of my tattoos, he is a top notch artist. Clean and precise work. I'll be back! read more

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Humberto S.

1 year ago

Raul is amazing, I would def recommend to anyone, his work is so good! He really cares about his clients, my friends and I all got our tattoos from him and we all are very happy with what we got! read more

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Eric M.

9 months ago

This is the best tattoo shop in sac masters at the craft. Ezra is the only person I want to do my tattoos from now on.

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River City Tattoo - Reference image I brought in - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

River City Tattoo - The final result. The shading and light rays were all added by Raul and I couldn't be more pleased! - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Racheal S.

3 years ago

River City Tattoo - Jack and sally from nightmare before Christmas - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

River City Tattoo - Our walk in matching tattoo we first started with Raul! Love it!!!!! - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Pamela F.

3 years ago

River City Tattoo - Depeche Mode's Violator album cover art featuring "Enjoy the Silence". - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

River City Tattoo - Zoe's new brow piercing. Said they feel "edgy" now - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Bella O.

2 years ago

I just got my first piercing ever and it was my septum. i typically get very nauseous and dizzy after my first of anything (tattoos, blood drawn, etc). But Rei did an amazing job at talking through the process and making it a comforting and inviting experience. I love my new piercing! read more

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3 years ago

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Lacey G.

2 years ago

They took us in right away and helped my daughter with her piercing! The lady was very sweet and informative.

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1 year ago

Raul is amazing. He is so focused and detail oriented, and his prices are absolutely fair for the work he does. He is so kind, welcoming, and I have gone to him for two tattoos, both being great experiences. if you want a tattoo, go to Raul! read more

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Olivia S.

5 years ago

This past Sunday, my friend and I came in to get some tattoos together, her as a walk in, and I had called before to give and get more info regarding my piece. Everyone I spoke to on the phone, including someone I later found out was new, was very helpful and told me everything I needed to know! The interior design was awesome!! My tat took approximately 4 hours but it hardly felt that long, partly because there was always something interesting to look! BIG props to my artist, Ted, who made me feel comfortable and excited about my new piece! He did an amazing job with the coloring and design and was a lot of fun to work with. He even found a Darth Vader pillow for me to use while he tatted my R2D2 and Battle Droid piece! read more

River City Tattoo - R2D2 and a battle droid, giving me some retro vibes with the color choice too, which I love!! Thanks Ted! - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Stephanie M.

2 years ago

RHY was so amazing. She brought tears of joy to me.. 0 pain. Just bliss. My nipples look extra cute :*

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Regan H.

2 years ago

Got two piercings from Rei, amazing customer service, amazing process. Highly recommend coming in to see her if you need a new piercing

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Casssandra R.

2 years ago

A great experience. Things were very sterile and the staff was professional. They had great knowledge on aftercare and made being stabbed in the ear a piece of cake. read more

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When I think about getting a tattoo, I always try to find out how shops are keeping up with sanitation and protecting themselves and their clients even before COVID. This is an open wound on my skin that will heal as appropriately as I take care of it so it's a huge concern for me. With that being said, my friend and I stopped into River City yesterday on a whim. I didn't expect to get my tattoo but I'm glad I did. The staff answered all my questions and I felt confident and comfortable with how they run their business especially now with COVID. The pricing was amazing for the quality of work I paid for. I couldn't pass it up. The best part was that I didn't have to book an appointment because so many good artists are all booked out. It's rare to find a really amazing artist that is willing to do something short and sweet as a walk in. I was blessed. When you walk into this place it really has a good vibe. Thanks Chris for this piece! read more

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Chris B.

Thank you Tina for the good review! I'm glad you're happy with your…

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Valerie M.

2 years ago

Eric is the best! Went for my first tattoo. He put me at ease and does great work. I will definitely recommend you. Thank you!

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Kathy T.

6 years ago

Had a great experience here at RCT. Ted was attentive to what I wanted and patient with the placement. I will be back to finish my piece. The shop itself was very clean and sanitized. read more

River City Tattoo - Ted did an awesome job on my tattoo. I will be back to finish the 2nd part. - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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ak f.

2 years ago

If you're in the area, why not pop in for a tattoo? The pros at River City know what to do.

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Dustin M.

6 years ago

We walked in on Sunday afternoon 8/2. Christine was very friendly and helped my girlfriend and I get quotes on our tattoos. Set us up for the first available appointment the next day. There was a $60 deposit for the appointment that was applied to the tattoo payment. Ted did my girlfriends tattoo and it took less than am hour. Raul did my tattoo and it took around 1-1.5 hours. Clean shop, and they also have various art works around for sale. read more

River City Tattoo - Done by Raul - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

River City Tattoo - Done by Ted - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Anusha N.

3 years ago

Ted is my go to guy and beyond amazing. He worked on my medusa chest piece and started my leg sleeve that I haven't had the chance to finish yet. By far the best quality of work I have seen. beyond polite and respectful. read more

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Dahlia K.

4 years ago

I got a really cool tattoo done by Mac. I think she really brought my design to life. I was a bit confused about the aftercare because the instructions she gave me were different than what she was telling me to do. But I listened to her and it's healing well. read more

River City Tattoo - My original design - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

River City Tattoo - My tattoo done by Mac - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Isabella C.

4 years ago

Please please PLEASE come here if you're looking for an extremely pleasant experience. Mckenna has been my friend and I's go to for 4 months now. After an absolutely pleasant experience with our piercings in May, my friend and I decided we wanted our tattoos done by Mac as well. My friend has had two pieces done by Mac the past few months and today I received my first. I was extremely nervous at first because it was my first ever tattoo, but Mac once again was extremely patient and reassuring regarding the process. The piece is absolutely beautiful, I had given her a reference photo from Pinterest and asked for a few minor changes and not only did she fulfill those changes PERFECTLY, but she made it her own style with a touch of uniqueness and I am more than happy with the result. I have clearly had nothing but pleasant experiences every time I visit RCT. Chris, the owner, is extremely talented and his talent shows through his work. All of the artists and piercers here clearly have passion towards their careers and if you want to be able to have a welcoming experience with people who grow into your mini family, River City Tattoo is the place to go. read more

River City Tattoo - My first tattoo done by Mac herself! - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Samantha K.

4 years ago

I typically conduct deep research before making permanent decisions which is what brought me and my bff to river city for a nose piercing. During consultation we stressed we both had metal allergies- piercer was very helpful and assured us the jewelry selection would not cause poor body reaction. Piercer recommended set of gold hoops for piercing- not studs. We had read that studs were best for the actual piercing and to move to hoops after healing. Piercer reassured us by saying- it's easier to put a hoop in a curved hole later than in a straight hole. Because she is the expert we happily went along with her recommendations. 1 month later bff has an allergic reaction that triggered a staff infection and my piercing bump continues to grow. When I called the shop a tattoo artist answered when I asked for advice he said -"it's probably a keloid, but I don't do piercings." When I was finally able to speak to someone helpful they refused to see me and referred to their instagram page. For after care instructions. That the piercer would not see us. After following the IG instructions for 1 week the bump continues to grow. Bff had to undergo two rounds of antibiotics and is still suffering hives around nose. We finally went to another piercer to change the jewelry. They said we were "had" we should never have a hoop with a fresh piercing and it seemed the hoops were a lower grade metal. The piercer (2) had also received a piercing from the one (piercer1) that gave use the nose piercing and she(1) had damaged (2's) nipples pretty badly. Being inexperienced if River city had better aftercare/ customer service I would not have known there was a real issue, however after seeking a second opinion I feel that our ignorance was taken advantage of and we were convinced to buy more expensive jewelry. I would not recommend this business. read more

River City Tattoo - Large painful piercing bump. No infection, tissue cluster that would not stop bleeding. - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Chris B.

We DO NOT start piercings with rings. Only studs. I believe that you…

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Lanie L.

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I came here on Friday the 13th with a friend to get a flash tattoo for our friend that had passed away. When we went in, the flash designs were hanging on the wall and I went with a design from Irish Jake. He was extremely personable and very talented! We talked the whole time and he was professional answering questions that I had! I will definitely be going back to Jake for my next tattoo! read more

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The NICEST people. Some friends and I were taking some other friends in to get their first tattoos and called ahead to see if they would take walk ins. Literally, about two hours before our friends were mentally ready, we called a bunch of tattoo shops in Sacramento and were met with some pretty snarky folks. Our only question: "Do you take walk ins? Two girls interested in small tattoos." Maybe that's triggering or annoying for some shops, but we were really surprised by how annoyed people sounded. And yet somehow, River City, the one shop we called that didn't have a snide remark, was everything and then some. They were clear and transparent about pricing, what would look good and what wouldn't look good as it related to size, the space was sanitary, and the artists were just cool people. They gave good little after care bags and were friendly throughout. They were so nice to us and our friends that I'm determined to come back to get my next tattoo here! read more

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Thank you so much for the great review! We're very happy that your…

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Erika N.

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I've been here multiple times with Mckenna for tattoos. She's done one touch up and one tattoo for me. The first two pictures are the before (first photo) and the after (second, had lots of plasma and ink under the saniderm that made it look Muddy but it's much brighter and detailed) and the third is the one that McKenna did for a memorial piece for my best friend. Everyone in the shop is very professional and kind when you go we always have a good time. I will continue to come back :) read more

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Anonymous Y.

5 years ago

Joke of a place. Front desk girls are rude. People were crammed in like sardines, and not one person had on a mask, even the employees. Artists have bad attitudes and don't even seem interested in helping/listening. Take your money elsewhere. Edit: Owner, Chris, messaged me saying he doesn't force anyone in his business to wear a mask and to take my money elsewhere. Lacks class and professionalism. Don't be shocked if you get infected here. read more

River City Tattoo - Owner lacks professionalism, class, and respect. Don't be surprised if you get infected here. You've been warned. - Tattoo Near Me - Sacramento, California

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Chris B.

Hopefully you feel better about yourself now!

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Go see Ted, he's the man! I've wanted a Lorax tattoo for some time now, and after deciding on a simple arm band with the character and some trees. I got exactly what I wanted and then went home...and decided on more! Two more appointments later and I'm now the proud owner of a whole menagerie of perfectly rendered Seuss. Zero raised skin, zero scarring, my arm is as smooth as a baby's ass...you could run your hand down my arm and not know I had tattoos if you weren't looking. I will be giving them lots of future business. read more

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Bill A.

4 years ago

Raul is the man! My tattoo came out better than the image I gave him. Super happy! I'll be coming back for more! Thanks again Raul. read more

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More info about River City Tattoo

1021 2nd St
Ste 200
Sacramento, CA 95814
Old Sacramento, Downtown
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(916) 448-1212
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http://www.rivercitytattoo.net

Hours

What time does River City Tattoo open?

River City Tattoo opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does River City Tattoo close?

River City Tattoo closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Payment methods

Does River City Tattoo take Bitcoin?

No, River City Tattoo does not take Bitcoin.

Does River City Tattoo take credit cards?

Yes, River City Tattoo takes credit cards.

Services

Is River City Tattoo by appointment only?

No, River City Tattoo is not by appointment only.

Indoor Amenities

Does River City Tattoo allow dogs?

No, River City Tattoo does not allow dogs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does River City Tattoo have bike parking?

Yes, River City Tattoo has bike parking.

Does River City Tattoo have parking?

Yes, River City Tattoo has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is River City Tattoo wheelchair accessible?

No, River City Tattoo is not wheelchair accessible.

Does River City Tattoo have free WiFi?

No, River City Tattoo does not have free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

We are the original Old Sacramento tattoo studio specializing in portrait tattoos, realistic tattoos, black and grey tattoos, bio-mechanical tattoos, watercolor tattoos, abstract tattoos, geometric tattoos, and american traditional tattoos all styles and Body Piercings. Ask our artists about the piercing of the month.

History

Established in 2001.

We are the first, and most experienced shop in Old Sacramento. We specialize in all styles of tattooing.

Meet the Business Owner: Chris B.

Tattooing in Sacramento for over 20 years. Owner of River City Tattoo since 2006. Specializes in all styles of tattooing.

Ask the Community - River City Tattoo

Do you guys do cover up tattoos?

Yes, we do cover-ups! We're open 7 days a week from noon to 8pm, we take walk-ins, or you can call to make an appointment with a specific artist of your choice.

Do you pierce children's ears? Can you pierce both at the same time?

Hi! The youngest we pierce ears are 13, and it's one lobe at a time. You need their birth certificate, some form of ID for the juvenile (school ID is fine), then you need matching ID. I know, it seems like a lot when shops at the mall don't care,…

Anyone there good with cover ups? Can a highly rated tech be recommended? My twin sister and I are sorely disappointed with the outcome of our matching ink and hope to fix.…

Call us if you still need a cover up, (916)448-1212

Hi! What do you charge for belly button piercings?

$60

Hi is there any specific person or number to contact? if you wanted to get an appointment and inquire some of the plans on your future tattoo? Thanks...

916 448 1212

Do you take appointments?

Yes they do, you just have to call them.

Do you guys do belly piercings?

Yes they do

Do they do Portraits?

Yes

Do you guys have uv ink?

No we don't

How much is the minimum cost for a simple tattoo?

Our minimum for tattooing is $80

Can I send a couple pics to get an idea of prices?

You can send pictures to our Email address oldsactattoo@gmail.com

Do they take walk ins?

Yes, we take walk-ins if we have time in between appointments.

How much is a septum piercing with a basic horseshoe ring?

$60

Do you have 14k gold ear lobe piercing jewelry? Also, anything with a flat back ?(more comfortable to sleep in)

We have 18k gold jewelry. Call for what's in stock.

How much do you guys charge for a double helix piercing on one ear?

Helix piercings are $40 each. Includes Standard jewelry.

What do you charge for lobe piercings?

$25 per lobe. This includes Standard stainless steel jewelry. Upgrades are available for an additional charge.

Hi there! How much is it for a cartilage piercing?

Hello! $40 is the cost including standard jewelry.

How much are nipple piercings?

$80 for both nipples. Includes standard jewelry.

Is this shop currently open during this period of COVID?

Are you open can I walk in or make an appointment me and my wife Want to get each other names how much you charge for that

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Do any female tattoo artists work here?

Yes.

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Review Highlights - River City Tattoo

“The owner/artist Chris was able to bring my vision to life, even though I did not give him much to go on.”

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Elliott Fouts Gallery

We've visited multiple times now and love being able to see the art on display…read more If you're looking for Sacramento art, this is the spot. They have so many cool options that capture the heart of Sacramento and some of it's landmarks. On top of the Sacramento art there is a good selection of subjects, genres, mediums and sizes. A great place to find a little something or a statement piece. The prices vary from piece to piece so keep that in mind if you have a certain budget. There's nothing like falling in love with art and finding out it's perfect for someone, just not you right now. But you can still enjoy it at the gallery! I love the love they show to local artists. You can follow their social media for special events and showings, and there's always a good enery here.

What a fun gallery. We stopped by during our lunch walk around town. We loved all of the fun…read morepaintings and sculptures. I loved their dessert sculptures of cakes and ice creams. It appeared that they just had a show and were sending out all the confections in pink boxes. I was surprised to see a nice original Conte by Fred Dalkey. He used to teach at Sac State. I've met him before. He's quite and didn't put on any airs. He was drawing and just wanted to blend in. If you're in the area and love art, you should stop by. Looks are deceiving, it's much bigger than it appears from the outside and is full of mostly paintings.

Main exhibition space featuring rotating monthly shows.

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Arthouse Gallery & Studios

We just happened upon these art studios today. We were checking out the shops next to Fox and Goose…read moreand saw the sign that pointed upstairs to Arthouse. We had no idea what we were getting into. We thought it was the old art gallery moving upstairs, but appears to be a different business. This is a set of individual art studios showing off their pieces. Due to it's 2nd Saturday most of the artist were in there open studios showing off their works. There were so many great pieces. I had 2 favorites. I forgot the first studio we entered. She did a lot of beautiful landscapes. The other favorite was Erica Avila Art. I love the texture of her paintings. She uses acrylic paint and paints it on so thick that it's textured. I love it. They also had a nice spread of food for their guests. I had a little cup of delicious green grapes and a slice of apple strudel. It was a nice touch. I remember when I used to do 2nds Saturday. We used to serve wine.

I love visiting this art gallery! It's located on the 2nd floor of the building. A ton of different…read moreartists have art studio space here and it's so fun to see all the different art and talk to the artists. I go on 2nd Saturdays during the art walk. Highly recommend! There are also a bunch of little local stores on the bottom floor of the building that are fun to check out.

Gang of 5 studios (Last one at the end of the hall). This is work by Sue Chapman

Gang of Five - Shirley Hazlett's work

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Arthouse Gallery & Studios

B. Sakata Garo

We stopped by this small art gallery on Saturday since I have been wanting to check it out. It is…read morefree to walk through here and it is a quick trip since it is small inside but there is a lot of nice art in here and I believe the art in here is switched out every few months. I'll definitely come back here again.

I am always inspired with every visit to B. Sakata Garo. The curator/owner has a clear and well…read moreinformed aesthetic which is evident in the artists he exhibits. The only difficulty you will experience is deciding which of the many works of art to take home with you.

Figure by Maryann Steinert-Foley at the B. Sakata Garo

Angel sculpture

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Busts by Maryann Steinert-Foley at the B. Sakata Garo

Archival Gallery

I've driven past this place for years and always wanted to stop by. I finally had a chance when I…read moreneeded an old print\document framed. Athena helped me and she was amazing. She grabbed a few different mats and frame types based on the prints colors. Within a few combinations, she nailed it. It looks amazing on the wall. I'll be back for more framing in the very near future.

The absolute best frame shop. D & company are insightful and the care they bring to each project…read moreis obvious!!

Collectors exploring works by MacAulay Brown.

A collector exploring the Mel Ramos and Gary Dinnen exhibition.

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The Urban Hive

4.7

(43 reviews)

0.4 mi

This is the coolest cooking space I've ever seen! The lighting is impeccable, the design is…read moregorgeous and open, and the overall atmosphere is friendly and fun! Went for a Creative Mornings talk and was thoroughly impressed with the space. The live plants made the environment feel refreshing and light but also it was pristine and felt super organized. Would absolutely love to use this space for a work from home day or when I start my freelance work more full time. Parking is a lil hard since it's in the doco area but it's well worth it. Loved how friendly the staff were and how welcomed I felt. Definitely sold.

Review #501 Came…read morehere to see a local art exhibit for youth prevention. It was super cool to see how the space was utilized. It was very spacious and had a clean chic and new layout to it. When you first walk in there's lots of local vendors in the Sacramento area promoting their goods and services. After that you walk through the corridor and see lots of local artist work and exhibits. There are days they're doing live demonstrations as well as live music and they had a cool raffle.There also was lots of food given away like a charcuterie cup, cheesecake and a lot of mixologist non-alcoholic of course. Overall it was a fun event and it's really cool to see what the inside looks like a great opportunity for our youth

Cool art

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Inside event space

WAL Public Market

To those that closely follow the revitalization of the Historic R Street Corridor that took place…read morein the mid-2010s, "WAL Public Market" played a major role in renovating an old historic building and bringing it back to life. Located at this historic Lawrence Warehouse (built way back in the 1910's) and directly on R St. and tucked in between 11th & 12th Sts, WAL which is an acronym of "Warehouse Artist Lofts" became the focal point as this indoor area accommodates and operates various businesses year-round. Here, you will find a broad collection of small independently owned businesses that include "Fish Face Poke Bar", "MediumRare Records & Collectibles", "Shop Old Gold" (clothing), "bsR brand" (designer clothing), "Kechmara Designs" (Moroccan rugs), "Roderick Cooney Photography", and "Warehouse Artist Lofts" which showcase creative artist spaces for people that wish to live and be a part of this community experience. Additionally, there are several other small businesses that offer food & drink options which makes it an excellent one-stop shop. I will say that public access is readily available as normal business hours run from 8am-9pm Monday through Saturday and 11am-9pm on Sunday. Parking is surprisingly not too bad as I've been fairly lucky in the 10+ various times visiting here. However, it does get quite busy during the morning and lunch rush so keep that in mind. I also wanted to add that there are public restrooms (which require a code) but any WAL employee will be happy to provide that code to you. All in all, "WAL Public Market" is a truly unique, innovative, and rewarding experience. Whether you wish to indulge in an espresso drink, a poke bowl, a vinyl record, a vintage shirt, this place offers things that you can't find elsewhere. With the dazzling and eclectic creativity that went into this renovation and the surprisingly uplifting service I've received here over the years, I am giving this market an above average four-star rating.

The philosophy of the WALPublic Market is To Eat Drink & Shop, which happens to be printed on the…read morebanners affixed to the lampposts outside the main entrance. At WAL Public Market there is an art gallery with two and three dimensional art hanging on the walls along the main corridor. The art exhibits are curated by local artisans and most pieces can be purchased. I was delighted to see that WAL Pubic market is back with most retail spaces up and running. There is a food court in the front directly to the right of the main entrance. And just past the food court is a sweet vintage clothing store called Old Gold. There is plenty of parking on the street.

Medium Rare Records and Collectibles

Mika Coffee Roasters

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Groundswell

5.0

(5 reviews)

1.8 mi

A Nice Surprise To Run Into Art!…read more SITREP We were just walking out of The Jungle Bird when we noticed 2 doors down there was a crowd forming inside this space we've always seen empty before. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/ground-swell-sacramento?select=LqpYFO6lYE6RkMAGUF4j5Q Wa-la! So begins the journey of Groundswell Gallery! THE SETUP There was some incredibly beautiful art on the wall to enjoy. My friends took a particular liking to this piece which we all found to be an amazing composition of color and diagrams! https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/ground-swell-sacramento?select=G5Y4vsqnRC0eRxG4uNDmqA PETRONI VINEYARDS! That's right, wine docent Chante brought some of his team from Petroni Vineyards (in Sonoma Valley) to share their latest vintages. https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/ground-swell-sacramento?select=T6ejTkpvtXMywIrz-k01lw It made for a rather smooth art appreciation experience! UBER-YELPER DESIREE! And what a treat to run into my fellow yelpie Desiree who was out and about as well with her friends - we were both taking a turn with the wine (though truth be told, we prefer the spirits & brews!). https://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/ground-swell-sacramento?select=x9yZHs0Y9Bt2WXprbY4G-g THE LOWDOWN Groundswell is a truly welcome addition to the Midtown Grid of Art Appreciation!

As an artist and patron, I was very impressed with Groundswell in Midtown Sacramento. The space,…read moreart and location were a delight. The owners, Jaime and John are warm and welcoming. We visited on the gallery for the Sacramento Second Saturday Art Walk.

2ND Saturday Feb 2018 @ Groundswell Gallery

2ND Saturday Feb 2018

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Twisted Track Gallery

5.0

(2 reviews)

0.9 mi

Stumbled upon this nice little gallery, which was a pleasant surprise…read more My girlfriend and I stopped by the coffee shop across the street, Sunday morning with after Jiu Jitsu open mat. And we happened to park in front of what we later learned was a small local art gallery. We automatically noticed the beautiful murals, across the side and front of the gallery and then noticed a few people walking in and out. That's when we realized we were in front of an art gallery which we inspected a little closer. And realized it was free to walk in and look, so we postponed heading home to take a look inside. This is a very small place but from the front entrance you could see a sign that displayed about a half dozen artist's work was on display currently. The art was very well presented on all of the walls, both in the main sections, as well as in the back room, and the side pathway as you head back out. When leaving we realized there was also a small shop like area to bear the front entrance, where you could buy prints of some the the artwork plus various sorts of merchandise and apparel from some of the artists. My girlfriend happened to really like the artist Kosono 's work, which we learned from one of the gallery representatives. Used to work for Nintendo Japan, which we thought was pretty cool. He also informed us of an event coming up this weekend at the gallery where many of the artists would be in attendance to meet and talk to.

We recently learned about the Twisted Track Gallery and made a decision to go and visit this…read moregallery and the surrounding artistic displays. What an amazing gallery with art of all kinds. We never would have known it was there, but were told by one of the local restaurants nearby. Whether you are into art or not, trust me there are a lot of great pieces.

Artist: 2hermano

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Artists' Collaborative Gallery

The store was very inviting despite the number of various items in it. It was clean and brightly…read morelit. The staff made me feel at home immediately and was knowledgeable about every artist's work. The selection offered something extraordinary for everyone who likes art, jewelry, accessories. When you go pay attention to the signs because it's easy to miss.

Great art!!!!!! We have over 30 local artists showing at our gallery! Come on down to Old…read moreSacramento and experience wonderful art, photography, artesian crafts! We're open everyday from 11-6pm.

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Viewpoint Gallery

For people interested in seeing the photographic arts in all of its varied forms and styles,…read moreViewpoint is a great place to visit. Its free monthly, changing exhibits in two gallery spaces will showcase landscape, portraiture, street, still life, abstract, alternative processes, composites and mixed media from artists around the world. Every new exhibit will have a reception to allow you to talk to the artists directly. You can also browse the portfolio drawers of local artists to see additional photographic works. Viewpoint also has regular photography lectures and workshops. Every April, it hosts Sacramento's Photography Month along with other visual arts organizations.

Excellent photography gallery!…read more We visited on 2nd Saturday, this was one of the stops in between mySTUDIO and Little Relics. Currently on display is a wonderful exhibit by Ann Mitchell called "Meditative Spaces Found While Traversing The Razor's Edge". I'm not sure I found deep meaning in each and every piece but for me, art is about feeling something when you look at it, and that happened with many of Ann's prints. This particular exhibit is on display through April 4th. Viewing the gallery is free, but a donation is recommended and accepted. While everything in Ann's exhibit was out of my price range, I did enjoy the smaller displays located in the corners of the gallery. They offered less expensive prints covering a large variety of subjects. Really affordable and would make an excellent gift or display piece in any home. I can see why they don't have music, but some sort of audio track would have been welcome in the gallery. If you weren't aware that your shoes made sounds, a stroll in the gallery will make you feel like you're wearing Wellies in a rain storm.

Tucked away in this neat little alcove, look for the sign facing the street on the side of the building!

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Granny Mays Strawberry Farm

4.8

(69 reviews)

22.1 mi

I heard about this spot a couple years back from my SIL but never made the time to go. Now that my…read morethree youngest kids eat strawberries like they're candy and it was Mother's Day it seemed like the best time to go! Although, it was a bit of a drive for us coming from Sacramento/Elk Grove we were able to maximize our time there. The strawberry farm is family owned and located not too far from other businesses in the area if you wanted to find something to eat or find somewhere else to hang out afterwards. There was a food truck, Laopino, that had delicious lumpias, music, a bubble machine, plus a few games and activities to keep the little ones occupied, and shaded tables to enjoy your fresh harvests. :) Tickets are only available online. Weekend tickets are released on Thursdays at 7 pm. When choosing our date and time it shows we only had an hour to pick but really we got to take our time and enjoy our morning. I feel they show you have a one hour slot to help stagger guests in. I love how they had a little gift shop set up, another tent with fresh flowers, drinks, and beautiful cookies at the register to purchase. The strawberry fields had plenty to choose from. We saw lots of bright red ones varying from all sizes. The staff also informed us there were 6 types of strawberries being grown! My kids enjoyed only for a short while and mainly wanted to stay in the kid area. There are also plenty of photo ops on the farm too! We would absolutely return in the future. Highly recommend!

I saw Granny Mays on an Insta ad and I immediately clicked on it to make a rezie! My daughter…read moreLOVES, I'm talking about lovesssss strawberries so picking fresh berries is right up our activity alley. Being able to include her in picking the strawberries then taking them home to eat fresh off the vine was everything and more. On the day we went (reservation on a Saturday from 10-11am) the cost for adults was $12 per person. This includes a small basket per person. They offer 6 different varieties of strawberries, yup you read that right. I had no idea there were more than one variety, so this educational part was cool. The farm can get crowded and with this Sac heat, I highly recommend scheduling your reservation early and on a weekday. The farm is family owned and everyone is so nice. Would absolutely recommend this idea to families with your kiddos.

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Daisy Creek Farms

(40 reviews)

26.8 mi

Daisy Crerk Farms is the best ORGANIC "you-pick" farms i have visited. Today I picked up 2…read morevarieties of peaches and French plums. Upon arrival you appreciate the work they put in on the farm making it a fun and bountiful experience. There's plenty of parking. They have wooden crate wagons or baskets for you to use. The staff is friendly and can point you in the right direction for what you are looking for. Overall it is easy to navigate because the way they have it set up is spacious and orgainized. They will also pick for you. You order ahead and they will have it ready for you to pick up. Thank you for picking my peaches and plums they are perfect!

Great farm with lots of fruits! They had blackberries, blueberries, tay berries, and strawberries…read more I may have missed some others. We went on a Saturday morning and were worried they would be low since lot of people visiting but there were plenty for everyone! Admission is $1 per person or $7 per person if you want to eat the fruits. Each berry has its own price per pound. Strawberries were $5/lb

Blueberries!

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Strawberries!

Century Arden 14 and XD

3.9

(687 reviews)

4.7 mi

I was looking forward to this movie ALL summer long and it did NIT disappoint. This is actually the…read morethird time we've been to this specific location since we saw obsession and backrooms, (save your money with that one, I fell asleep twice lol boo) but I had not got a D--Box seat suince smile 2 and i remembered I LOVED it even though it was in Vegas, I didn't know other theaters had it until we started going here! First impression, HUGE! Humongous snack aisle with not just popcorn but hot dogs and delicious other food there too! INCLUDING their nachos with extra cheese if you ask they are warm, deelish, and big enough to share!! The movie was fantastic and let me tell you, the upcharge for the D-Box seats might seem a little strange but I promise you? If you're seeing an action, thriller or action/horror, DO IT! It literally made you feel like you were on a ride at the movies like a kid again! This made the movie a 10 times crazier experience, and not to mention it they have SEAT WARMERS on the inside for your lower back and you can also control the strength on your seat if how hard it pulls you or vibrates for customers with medical conditions which is very considerate. 10000/10 what a great time if you guys are looking around for movies and a great time, HERE plus the. D-BOX. sears and yummy snacks!! What a treat!

Love the location. There are lots of fun shops and good eats near by. The theater rooms look clean…read moreand have comfortable seats. Recently unlocked a new viewing room where there are extension screens to the main screen. It was quite different and a little motion sickness inducing for me but such a cool screening experience. Snacks are expensive like all movie theaters so can't complain too much. Overall a good theater for movies~

Movie poster of our showing, Zootopia 2

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So excited for rob and zendaya at 10 pm

Century DOCO and XD

3.4

(325 reviews)

0.2 mi

We recently went to Century DOCO and XD for a kid's birthday party, and overall it ended up being a…read moremix of some really nice moments and some disappointing ones, especially for the host. The biggest issue was the party room setup. Unfortunately when we got there, the room wasn't ready. There were no plates, utensils, napkins, or juices set out for the kids, and it honestly felt like there wasn't an assigned attendant checking in on the room. My friend had actually chosen this location because she previously hosted another birthday party here for her older daughter and had an amazing experience with decorations and an attentive party host, so this visit felt very different from what she expected. Once it was time for the movie though, things definitely improved. Someone came in and took all the kids' snack orders, and the kids loved getting their popcorn and Slurpees. That part felt much smoother and more organized. I also appreciated how clean everything was. The restrooms and theater itself were very well maintained, which always stands out to me in busy movie theaters. The heated seats were also a nice touch. They weren't overly warm, but you could definitely feel a little heat on your back which made the theater feel extra cozy. Another plus was the drink selection. There were plenty of options for both kids and adults, which made everyone happy. Helpful tip: If you're booking a birthday party here, it might be worth confirming the party room setup details again the day of just to make sure everything is ready when you arrive. Overall, the actual movie experience was great, but the party room side unfortunately didn't feel as organized as expected this time around.

Who designed this place and thought, "Yes, this is comfortable"?…read more There isn't even a bathroom upstairs, which means constant trips up and down the stairs. At 34 weeks pregnant, that's not an inconvenient, it's torture. The seats are somehow even worse. They only recline halfway because there are bars behind every row. Had I known that before buying tickets, I would have stayed home. Spending hours trapped in a barely reclining seat while heavily pregnant is miserable. It feels like sitting in an old theater from the 90s that never got updated. Zero comfort. Zero consideration. My back hurts just thinking about it.

A Fantom Event: CASABLANCA

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Bywater Hollow Lavender Farm

(14 reviews)

29.6 mi

Lovely property and very friendly people. Check their website for updates on u-pick days. Lavender…read moreDays is amazing!

Was a really cool place to experience. Too bad it is only open for a short time. I would recommend…read moreyou put it on your list of places to check out when it is open.

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Araceli Farms

4.4

(66 reviews)

21.6 mi

I have never been to a lavender farm before, and this one is beautiful! It smelled so good!! I…read moreopted to add the U pick, and it's a souvenir that I will keep forever! We have it drying in our garage, and we take a whiff of it everyday :) Beware: there are a lot of bees!! I also got their lavender lemonade, and it was so refreshing! The people that work here are so friendly, too.

We drove over an hour to visit your Araceli Farm lavender farm because we were looking forward to…read moretaking photos in the lavender fields. Unfortunately, when we arrived, the fields were poorly maintained, with a significant amount of weeds, making them unsuitable for photography and very different from what we expected. We did not take the tour because the condition of the property did not meet our expectations. We also waited for the manager to come speak with us, but no one ever came. Given our experience, we respectfully request a full refund for three people. We also believe visitors should not be charged while the fields are in this condition, as they do not provide the experience that is being advertised. Thank you for your understanding, and we look forward to your response.

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Mr. Green T.

13 years ago

Chris Brusby (the recent owner of River City Tattoo) is an above average tattoo artist in his late 30's with a long time girlfriend/business partner/shop manager named Christine who sabotages his potential to earn more money and work on longer term and inspiring tattoo projects due to her bitter, jealous, controlling, two-faced and mean-spirited personality. She is basically who you will go through unless you by virtue of luck run into Chris outside of her presence. She works front desk and answers every single call with the exception of Mondays and Tuesdays when the two have those days off. She has what will sound to you the worst "smoker's voice" you've ever heard. She has no respect for you, the client and wants Chris to do as many tattoos per day as possible in the least amount of time (Think letters or stars). Because they are both inherently lazy, they tattoo what they WANT to tattoo, not what YOU the paying customer visualize for yourself and carry for the rest of your adult life and ARE PAYING HIM FOR BY THE HOUR. In this sense, they are looking for "suckers" who are passive, timid and are intimidated by them because they likely have more ink than you do. Remember, you are the client and there are THOUSANDS of tattoo artists that will respect your vision, art and wishes with equal or better talent, without the bad energy of Christine's evil eyes. You'd think his wife by common law who has had a long history of health problems (she suffers from kidney failure and has the same issues as celebrity Steven Cojocaru) would see the bigger picture in this short lifetime and be a good teammate with her boyfriend of 15+ years, who she claims to care for because they were high school sweethearts and she has been with him when "Chris made just a $100 a day as a tattoo artist back in the 90's" which she needs to remind him of on a daily basis so he won't have eyes for other women and leave her for someone younger, more appreciative and more fertile. The truth is its more of a business arrangement than a marriage and Christine knows full well that Chris could have any woman in Sacramento he wants due to his gentle personality and being a top tattoo artist with a good reputation. If she was out of his life and out of his shop, he'd have better clientele and do more challenging tattoo projects and needless to mention, earn much more money for his shop. But, he will never leave her because of her medical conditions and the guilt he would live with because he has too good of a heart. I never liked Christine but tried to sort of stomach her and make superficial smalltalk for the sake of keeping Chris "dialed in" to finish my work and for future tattoos obviously. He also deserves to be with someone who will make him a father so he has someone to leave this shop to oneday and pass on his artistic skills to. There are equal artists in town who have the common sense to leave their wives/girlfriends out of their career and business when they clearly have personality conflicts with clients. Samantha, the resident piercer has a far better personality for front desk as does Sheena but they don't give her enough hours. Some people deserve the health issues they have and Christine is unquestionably a miserable soul on the inside who likes others to be subjected to her state of misery. Avoid this shop and work with a younger tattoo artist that is not under the control of a wife who is as ugly on the inside as she is on the outside. For the rest of my life, I will give credit for Chris' tattoo to someone else thanks to his wife's repulsive jealous loser in life attitude and will AT ANY PRICE find an artist elsewhere who can touchup his work. Don't make the same mistake I did and look elsewhere for an artist. There's a reason Christine begs everyone on Facebook to vote for them every year for the "Best of Sacramento" awards yet they never finish in the Top 5. Nearby Capital Ink is highly recommended. Whats even more amazing is based on Kevin M. and Felicia's reviews below from some 4 years ago, Christine's antisocial attitude was an issue from the outset. On a side note, budget an extra $10- $15 EACH VISIT for parking because you're forced to park in a pricey private city of Sacramento parking structure which is about a quarter mile from the shop. They do not validate. If you do find streetparking, you'll need at least 8 quarters and should your session run over, you'll likely have a $53 parking citation awaiting you and your freshly tattooed body. "Behind every successful tattoo artist is a client who demands more of his artist's potential, pushes him outside of his comfort zone and ultimately makes him a better artist for future clients." - Nikko Hurtado, Owner of Black Anchor Tattoo, 2008 read more

Nicole Z.

14 years ago

Went in last night with some friends to get pierced by Sam. I'd already done my research and heard all wonderful things about her work. I ended up getting my first intimite piercing with her. I'm a very cautious person when it comes to getting any work done that is risky in nature, but Sam did an AMAZING job. She made us all feel completely comfortable and sanitized everything thoroughly in front of us. It was obvious she had done each of our piercing types (rook, nipples, and hood) thousands of times. I started to get the jitters right before I was about to sit in the chair and get pierced, but she suggested I go outside and get some fresh air, gave me some apple juice, and to take five minutes to relax. I felt back to normal and ready to go with the extra sugar in my system. Sam even told me that she wouldn't be upset and didn't want to pressure me, if I wanted to back out that is totally okay. Of course I went though with it and was absolutely worth it. Honestly my cartilage piercing (done by someone else) hurt more than my intimate. Two minutes after I was pierced, there was no pain and I haven't felt any since. With our piercings, Sam also gave us baggies of sea salt, informational pamphlets, and very detailed directions to proper cleaning and care. I can't say enough good things about Sam. So worth waiting on this piercing to meet an experienced and caring piercer like her. Unlike many piercers, she was empathetic to my nerves and was able to reassure me back to 100%. Can't wait to get more work done by her =) read more

Hannah H.

11 years ago

Had an amazing piercing experience with Samantha tonight! After studying reviews for shops all over the tri-county area, we scheduled my first appointment at River City just this morning and got in with no problems. When we arrived this evening she greeted my husband and I by name and treated us like friends. The rest of the staff were just as friendly and helpful and she was. Samantha did everything she could to make sure I was comfortable and that everything was explained and planned out up front since i was getting multiple piercings (double cartilage and a nose ring). When I bled excessively, by no fault of her technique, she was really great about getting me cleaned up and making sure I was okay. Even with the blood and triple dose of pain this was by far the best time I have ever had getting a needle put through me. Samantha gave me exactly what I wanted along with all of the information and supplies that I needed. She joked and talked with both of us the whole time but remained totally professional throughout. There is no question that I will be going straight back to River City as soon as I recover to get my other ear done and probably a few tattoos as well. Great service, great prices, great shop. read more

Hallie G.

5 years ago

This past Friday, I managed to snag an appointment with Chris (who was booked up through 2023). I'm new to Sacramento and I needed to find a new artist in the area to bring to life my latest ink idea. Chris and his staff are the epitome of hospitable, friendly, professional and accommodating! Admittedly I was nervous going to a new artist that I wasn't personally recommended to (Yelp brought me here), but I left the studio with nothing but good things to Chris and his staff. The studio is clean and professional and his employees are so kind and welcoming when you first walk in. Chris paid extra attention to my design, both making sure that it was drawn correctly, and then making sure the stencil was on evenly before he started to ink. For anyone nervous about getting their first tattoo, or even seasoned ink lovers who just want to add to their collection, I would highly recommend River City Tattoo because their services, prices and environment just cannot be beat! Thank you, Chris and staff! read more

Aztec G.

6 years ago

Best atmosphere of any shop i've ever been in! The Desk lady is so sweet, helpful and knowledgeable, the whole team there is nice, welcoming and most importantly, do AMAZING WORK! Tattoos are not only about the ink, they are an extension of your story, life journey and experiences, and this place make it an amazing experience. Some places feel like a hell-like basement dungeon with the worst vibes, and I am not about that, this places feels more along the lines of open and heavenly crazy enough to say! Good on you guys for such an awesome place! Bottom line, Great art, Good pricing, great Friday the 13th deals and even a fun waiting room! Sworn RCT patron for LIFE! read more

Micah M.

14 years ago

The piercist Samantha is hands down the most professional one I've meet. She is clean quick and precise with her work. I've never felt ripped off with her prices. Every other place i go and check out want at least 20-30$ more for the same exact thing. She is hands down my favorite as she makes me feel comfortable , she uses completely sterilized and clean tools and does it quick and almost painlessly ! I have many more i want to get done and she will be the one i go to every time ! p.s. Thank you for the amazing work Samantha if you read this ! read more

Justin R.

111

8 years ago

Came in for my first tattoo and Mckenna at the front desk was nice and helped me and the owner Chris helped me plan and drew up the design. I've now received 4 tattoos from this shop. Everyone was amazing, knowledgeable and helpful. It was such a great experience that I came back with my 5 friends and we all got foot tattoos. They helped all 5 of us that day and McKenna tattooed us this time. We were all super happy with them and I know I for sure am coming back. read more

Fabs M.

6 years ago

I got 3 tattoos by Ted he's amazing and super patient. I was nervous bc I hadn't got a tattoo in over 10 yrs and honestly I was scared of the pain lol but he is so light handed when he tattoos it was a relief. The pain was minimal. Ted is a great artist my experience was definitely 5 stars! Business Place is nice and clean. read more

Lulie L.

1 month ago

mike is the most passionate artist i have ever met he has truly dedicated his life to his work and it shows in the tattoos he creates! although i have personally not been tattooed by raul his work is phenomenal and i would definitely like to get something in the future. he is also a very kind and professional artist. read more

Shawn L.

13 years ago

Great tattoo shop! I come all the way from Illinois (thirty minutes from downtown Chicago) just to get my tattoos done with Chris, he has now inked all my tats (6). Took my friend to Chris for her first tattoo, she was a little nervous, but after it was over she was already wanting a second. :) GREAT PLACE. read more

kevin m.

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393

17 years ago

worst shop ever,,,,the chick behind the counter was rudest bitch ever,,,act like she didnt give a shit,,,,i dont know if she was hung over or high or jus hated her job or jus didnt want to be bothered by customers asking her questions,,,,,who ever hired her should fire her,,,any ways were never coming back read more

Cheri P.

14 years ago

Chris Brusby and the River City Tattoo shop are hands-down THE best in town. Chris is the only tattoo artist to ink me. I don't have sleeves or big tattoos, but I do have several smaller tats and Chris has done every single one. Quality, detail, patience, just awesome people and talent. Highly recommend. read more

Bree S.

9 years ago

Great clean place to get your ink. Not super impressed with my first one, not exactly what I wanted but partially my fault and my daughter was rushing me. All in all; the work was great and didn't hurt at all. read more

Juan P.

8 months ago

I've gotten some dope pieces by Nelly, Adrian, and Jacob. Their work is amazing. They're all very professional, very communicative, and great at what they do. 100% recommend coming into Elk Grove Tattoos read more

Jeff C.

4 months ago

I work with Raul specifically. He's a great artist who takes direction well and is down for anything. He has an incredible talent of even making the most minimalist designs shine. can't recommend him enough! read more

Victoria P.

16 years ago

this place is TOP NOTCH ! SUPER clean and what a great collection of artists !! Ask for Wes... he is the nicest tattoo guy I have ever gone to and his work is AMAZING !!! I cant wait to go back. read more

Alex B.

6 years ago

Sweetest people around. Chris is exceptional and a straight shooter. I'm a returning customer and I'll probably come in this week!

Katie J.

6 years ago

Got my daiths pierced yesterday hoping they'll help with my migraines. Makenna was very sweet and did a great job!

Michael H.

7 years ago

I've had four tattoos done here, and they've all been great. It's also a very friendly and welcoming environment.

Victoria T.

13 years ago

Love Chris & his team! I've had two tattoos done by Chris and will now only have any new ones done by him! =)

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My wife and I wanted matching tattoos and Karla somehow made the whole appointment feel like a cute…read morelittle date. She's funny, welcoming, and just instantly puts you at ease. We had big dramatic ideas, and she gently guided us toward something cleaner that fit us perfectly. Now we have matching little symbols that basically scream, "We got married in Vegas and immediately adopted a dog." The tattoos look amazing, the experience was easy and fun, and we're already planning our next visit. Highly recommend Karla!

Located in a downtown area of Sacramento . There's a farmers market every one street over great to…read morego visit while your waiting if someone getting tattooed. Shop is very clean . Latin music playing creating a great vibe at the shop. Jax Baiza was the artist and she was great . Very patient and talented. Super friendly and easy to communicate with. Recommend 100%.

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Came back after two years to get started on my left sleeve. Of course I had to go back to Colin!…read more I messaged him on IG, showed him what I wanted, chose a date and time and then I showed up. I had to cancel my original appointment because I got sick, but he was understanding and accommodating so I reschedule for the week after. Upon arrival, He already had the stencil ready to put on my arm. He did his magic for 6 hours. He is light handed, which is great for the style of tattoo I want. I didn't feel anything when he was tattooing me; maybe my pain tolerance is high or he's just gentle with his tattooing techniques. The entire session felt like it went by so fast. I love my tattoo and already booked my next session to finish up the rest of my sleeve. Highly recommended!! Raine and Chad were tattooing next to me with other clients and they're pretty skilled as well!

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Black Gold Tattoo

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Amazing shop, extremely talented artists. Can't go wrong with any of them! Great vibe, super…read morefriendly. I had Marcos do an amazing custom piece on my leg. Will definitely be returning for probably all my work from now on! They do all sorts of styles and custom! Find em directly on IG.

Thank you, Mischa for creating this amazing phoenix tattoo as part of a cover up and also to…read morememorialize my departed father. Out of all the tattoo artists I've encountered, Mischa is by far the utmost talented. Thanks again for creating a masterpiece.

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Friendly service with a smile! Talent for days see this crew for a good time and tart piercings…read moreall professional everyday of the week!

Went to get a matching tattoo with my hubby for our anniversary and they gave us a price, had us…read morecomplete paperwork and left us sitting while they took two othee walk-ins who came after us. Finally, we just left. The owner seemed cool to our faces but clearly had no intention of serving us. Very disrespectful. We'd have preferred to not have our time wasted.

The Lucky Lotus Tattoo

4.6

(84 reviews)

I'm visiting from Las Vegas and I wanted to get my tattoo redone. Because the person didn't do a…read moregood job. Me and my granddaughter walk and immediately we received good customer service. Nate was able to do my tattoo over and I am very pleased with it. I highly recommend this place.

This tattoo shop should have 10 stars in my opinion. The welcome I received when walking into this…read moreshop, was like walking into a relatives home I hadn't seen in years, nothing but love and laughs. Cleanliness and kindness isn't something they do not take lightly here at lucky lotus. Super tidy, fresh and professional. My first tattoo here was by my friend Ronnie, an incredible Artist. It is my absolute favorite tattoo I've received for many reasons. I recommend Lucky Lotus to all my friends and family because they bring a level of trust that I haven't seen elsewhere where.

Honeymoon Tattoo

(134 reviews)

Hands down...every single member of your team was so fun and respectful! We had a lot of fun. 5…read moreof us coworkers all got tattoos after work. Thank you guys for making some memories that will last with us forever. Xoxoxoxo. Jason PS..."THE DEB" is my mom in case anyone was wondering.

his shop is amazing. The staff are truly next level--kind, helpful, talented, and always willing to…read morego the extra mile for their clients. The building itself has a really cool history, and the inside of the shop looks incredible. You can tell the owners take a lot of pride not only in the space, but in the team they've built. Eli Rushing was my artist, and he took me as a walk-in. I came in wanting to get my newborn son's footprints tattooed on each side of my Tree of Life. We bounced around a few ideas and landed on a design I was really excited about. Eli absolutely nailed it. We had great conversation throughout the session, and once it was done, I was genuinely blown away by the finished piece. On a whim, I also asked if he'd be willing to touch up some faded Hawaiian islands I have on my other arm, and he didn't hesitate. He was happy to do it, which I really appreciated. The pricing was very fair, and I tipped well because I felt he absolutely deserved it. That was fully my choice, just based on the quality of the work and the overall experience. Everyone coming through the shop was friendly, talkative, and welcoming. Even the shop hand stood out--she was constantly making sure the artists had what they needed and was great with customers. You can see why this place has won so many awards. The shop and the artists absolutely live up to that reputation. Thankfully I live less than a mile away, because I'll definitely be coming back for future work. Thanks Eli and thanks Honeymoon Tattoo for such a great experience!

Good As Gold Tattoo

5.0

(19 reviews)

Shout out to Liz! I was getting my girlfriend a tattoo for her birthday, and we made over 4…read moredifferent changes, and Liz was so accommodating and patient with the changes. The vibe in the place was so welcoming! She did the piece so quickly! We were able to get lunch and take a nap after LOL. Highly recommend this place. Parking was EASY! (note: we did come on a weekday) I'll be coming back for myself to get some pieces completed!

A friend referred me to an artist here, Bex, who specializes in pet portraits. You can fill out an…read moreinquiry form from her IG page @rcw.ink. I received a response quickly! I liked that the inquiry form allowed you to pick your preferred days/times which was helpful in narrowing down an appt time. Bex's work is amazing - tattoo portraits are so specific and you don't want to just go with anybody. The shop itself is super clean and peaceful, and I appreciated Bex's company and conversation during my 7-hour session! Highly recommend her!!

White Buffalo Gallery

4.7

(155 reviews)

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The artists are rude, dealt with one in dms. Very inconsistent and flakey. Not a fan of the attituderead more

I had a great experience with a previous tattooist a year ago so this time around I went in for a…read moreconsultation with a different artist Nico at the sac location and it went well so we set a time for me to come back. In the mean time I gave him my email for us to stay in communication . I had a few questions in that couple of week period so I sent him a couple of emails, dmed his personal and shop Instagram, emailed the shop email, called the shop. I got no response from him until the day of my next appointment saying that he never really checks his emails and that his apprentice is in charge of that but they're still working on that.... My tattoo was going to be a couple of thousands of dollars so pretty frustrating that there was no effort in communication until the very last minute.

Capital Ink Tattoo

3.9

(261 reviews)