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Came here as a walk in while I was in town, came a little later in the night with some friends to get friendship tattoos. (All 3 of us wanted ghosts with something to represent us) and then I wanted to get another tattoo, a piece by my fave artist. Waited until it was my turn. Got tattooed by Joshua! He was awesome. Whipped up my idea really fast and efficiently. He was communicative and enthusiastic about my design even if it was simple. He made me want to come back! Very fairly priced, and the shop was clean and welcoming. All the artists there gave off good vibes. The shop even stayed open for us after closing time to make sure all the walk in appointments were completed. Joshua made me incredibly happy with the work he did and I can't wait to come back for more!! read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - My tattoos by Joshua - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Tattoo by Joshua on my friend - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Flash wall - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Some snaps of Joshua doing mine and my friends tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - My tattoo by Joshua - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Joshua tattooing my friend - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Good service team was pretty cool. The work was very professional and great artist. Got exactly what we were looking for.

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Yuk... indifferent bad communication skills Rather arrogant interaction..very Seattle small town mentality..not good at working out design issues read more

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3 years ago

Joshua was awesome, he took me in as a walk in for a small memento of my trip to Seattle. Super clean shop, chill vibe and professional service. Go and get poked. read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - A pair of coffee beans. - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Sean L.

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The guys did good work on my wrist but definitely over priced. Cost me 400$ for a two hour job. I could have gotten a better deal in California. Wouldn't recommend. Guy named turtle was an asshole too read more

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Chris R.

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Seattle Tattoo Emporium has the look and feel of The classic tattoo shop...it's very clean, very professional, and the moment you walk in you can see their creativity everywhere. I'm not just talking about their tattoos, but the whole ambiance of the studio in general. The staff was amazing, friendly and willing to discuss in detail the different options for my simple but very specific request. Frank, the artist who did my walk-in request, was the best at making in out of town stranger feel at home. Yeah, I'll be back the next time I'm in the area. read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - White ink tesseract. If you're wondering, it's intended to be difficult to see until under UV light. - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Schmoseph S.

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Great place to go for a tramp-stamp. These kids are too school for school. You want to be belittled by people you're paying good money to? Look no further. They take walk-ins. What does that tell you about their service? A good tattoo artist books appointments months in advance. read more

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James H.

Is this a bot? Doesn’t mention getting tattooed. Almost all tattoo…

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This is my first time getting tattooed so you could probably guess I was really excited and nervous. However, those feelings became replaced with annoyance and disappointment. Me and my friend decided to go as walk ins and we had paid the deposit, they told us We would wait 30-40min before getting a call but we waited 4 hours before one of us got a call. The crappy part was that not only did we wait so much more longer than they told us to, the tattooist was only able to do one us. I had to come back the next day which is pretty inconvenient considering we waited and were trying to be patient. I also was taken back by how much they were charging. OVERALL: I'm not impressed by the service, I personally won't be coming back to this place. I think the place looks pretty cool and professional but again the service just wasn't hitting right with me. 2 year update: I waited to upload this review to see how my tattoos turned out and I like my tattoos but I'm pretty disappointed. The lines are not crisp, there's a lot of areas the tattooist went too deep and it's not really clean. Not to mention the tattooist didn't listen to what I wanted for one of the tattoos so I ended up getting a tattoo that didn't match exactly what I wanted, but I was being too nice at the time and just got it. Overall, not a super super positive experience but I guess that's the kind of service you get as a walk-in. Cons: tattooist didn't really listen to the designs I wanted, wait time was not accurate or they just weren't honest about it, and pretty pricey for what you get Pros: the place looks cool, some of the tattooist look like they know what they are doing, cool art work read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Heart from the BTS love yourself album. unfortunately the tattooist went too deep in certain sections of the line - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Leg tattoo. It was suppose to be just a moon and waves but the tattooist added a lot of extra details I didn't want. - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - 3 flowers at different stages in growth. One of the nicer tattoos that the tattooist did but a lot of the lines are uneven in opaqueness. - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Kelsey G.

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My tattoo is starting to rub off after 2 days (with good aftercare)... I have many tattoos on hands/feet/ankles/toes and this is the only one that has literally RUBBED off. Do not recommend this shop. $170 for this really??? Second pic is after day 4. I get that it's a toe tattoo but I have a tattoo on my other foot and on my fingers that are years old. read more

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James H.

This person is a scam artist and perpetrating lies.

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Grace O.

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Was looking for a good place for a walk in tattoo and this was it! Super easy process, clean studio, nice staff!

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Spontaneous... and I wanted my tat! Seattle Tattoo Emporium was super accommodating. Within an hour of landing in SeaTac airport, I was at STE & Turtle drew out what I had envision and he made this happen. This was my graduation tat... soooo many times I could have given up but I didn't. Now I have a master's degree & this tat to remember *this* moment. Thank you! read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - "Turtle" made this permanent on my arms... my graduation tat - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Katie L.

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Visiting Seattle for the week and was hung up on getting some fresh ink. Looked into Seattle Tattoo Emporium and was thrilled they accepted walk-ins! I came in with a pre-drawn sketch and was extremely satisfied with the service and quality of my artwork. I was tatted by Bailey who not only is a phenomenal artist but was amazing company in the process. She produced an identical to the hand-drawn piece I came with and I really enjoyed our conversation! Not only was the staff extremely friendly, but the building itself was so clean and an amazing atmosphere. The artwork and flash on the walls really sold me. Couldn't recommend this business more. read more

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Nate B.

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My wife and I walked in and got a appt almost immediately, he started working on what we wanted while we went to eat. Got back and he was fast with both of our work with amazing quality. Would definitely recommend read more

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Ashanti W.

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Flew in for the weekend to do a little sightseeing and came in on a whim to get tattoos. Bailey took care of me and my two friends and got us all three of us taken care of super quickly and helped us when we couldn't figure out sizing and designs. She has the best energy, a light but steady hand, and is super quick. I appreciate her taking the time to continually make sure we liked the art, the placement, and her continued willingness to make revisions on the fly. 10/10 would recommend her to anyone. Much love to Bailey from the 3 girls from the South. read more

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Lily L.

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i've gotten tattooed a few separate times over the years and each time i absolutely love what i get ! everyone who works here is nice and very respectful, they make you feel very comfortable and at home ! my most recent piece was a memorial for my dog who had passed away very recently, Kenneth did an AMAZING job it's by far my most sentimental and beloved tattoo . what also was great for me is that i talk and move around unintentionally while getting tattooed which I'm sure is so annoying for the artist but the work is always perfect! this is one of the last "real" seattle places left , a great spot to get a great tattoo ! read more

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Victoria S.

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My friend and I stopped here for a walk in tattoo and we waited for a couple of hours. Clean shop, friendly staff. Definitely great to get something to remember our trip to Seattle. read more

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Eve U.

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I had went to visit Seattle on a vacation trip and typically everywhere I visit I tend to get a tattoo. I searched all over Seattle for a tattoo artist that was open and excepting walk-ins. This place was the only place that allowed it and I'm glad. My tattoo artist was Mishka! He was polite and really knew what he was doing. He didn't use a stencil and really showed his skills! He kept the conversation going and was polite the entire time. I had almost forgotten I was getting a tattoo! I will definitely be going back to get tattooed by him in the future! The shop was clean and really follow the Covid guidelines! I gots. Vine rap around. He did amazing! I love it. read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Vine Rap around. By Mishka - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - By Mishka - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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James H.

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Wayne W.

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Stopped by here to get Washington filled in on my state map, staff was friendly and Hubba did the work. The shop minimum was $170, which is on the very high end I have paid to fill in a state as it takes a few minutes, but Hubba really hooked me up. He did everything he could to make sure that j was truly satisfied with what it looked like and really put in the effort to make the tattoo be worth the shop minimum. Highly recommend this shop if you are in the area or passing through, and a big shout out to Hubba for the work! read more

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James H.

Thank you for coming through, we’re glad you had a great experience.

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Ryen F.

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Last minute thing. Hubby hooked up the group with some tattoos ! Highly recommend tattoo shop! read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Waiting for tattoos ! - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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James H.

Thank you, you guys are awesome!!!

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Kaden M.

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If you go here, do NOT go to jazz. She took MULTIPLE breaks and took over 3 hours to do a simple tattoo and didn't even do what my friend asked her to. She's also insanely bossy and made me and my friend feel uncomfortable and pressured my friend into getting a tattoo design. Get someone else other than jazz because she take takes so many breaks, extending your session so are forced to pay hella more then you should be paying. Literally the session shouldn't have lasted longer than an hour and it ended up being 3 hours because of how long it took for her to get JUST the outline done. I'm honestly so pissed off right now that she's that type of person. read more

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Kristina K.

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Would love to have a good review.. the ink on my side working on. Coverup is beat to hell and got a cover on an initial on my ring finger this weekend and most of the ink has come out. YES I get that hand and finger tats are precarious but it's also my 5th and never had the same issue with the others. Would LOVE if the shop would not shit on my request to try and tough it up, but alas they did.. crap customer serious yay! So now I have a blotchy finger and and side that looked like a child did it. Wonderful and any time I've asked (well prior to this weekend) for help on the ink from the artists they employ I'm met with a shrug and nasty remark. I asked for my finger to be helped and all they said was it's a finger tattoo what did you expect... AGAIN- 5th on my hand and NONE this poor. The f read more

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Idonut E.

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Duuude, I went in for a walk-in earlier and secured a spot ($150 deposit). They said they'd call in about 2 hours, and I thought that wasn't so bad. So we let them know that we'd be around the area. Haven't gotten a call all day, and the person who helped me out asked me to send in what I wanted earlier which was a lucky cat tattoo to his instagram. He never looked at it or gave me a response. But now it's 8pm and I see that it already had closed. I have a flight back home tomorrow at 6am, and I'm not sure anymore if I'd get my deposit back as I called the shop and nobody would answer i had also sent DM's to a few artists and got no answer... I feel hella scammed. read more

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Delanie P.

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Nick was amazing. Very chill personality which is what we love when we get tattoos. He got us right in at our appointment time and got to work. Highly recommend! Thank you Nick! read more

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Gabrielle M.

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I absolutely loved my experience at Seattle Tattoo Emporium- my artist was Turtle - his work is sooo amazing when it comes to color & line work - I'm already looking forward to have him do more tattoos for me as I loved his work as well as his vibe read more

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Jordan M.

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Wow ....... loved this place and I wish I lived over in Seattle just so I can have Jimmy as my artist . We came in on Friday the 13th and rushed straight to Seattle Tattoo Emporium for there Friday the 13th deal . The tattoo selection was great and the price was for $130 USD. I was hesitant about the price but once I saw the tattoo my reaction from it was worth every penny . My exact words " what the hell " in excitement. I loved the design , placement, and quality . Thank you very much Jimmy . He also recommended a few spots to eat and where to take the kids out . Just an over all great experience. read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Beautiful vulture in black and grey! - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Side elbow shot, he even through in a 19 for me . - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Mae D.

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Hubba Hubba is my artist hands down. My first encounter was when my friend and I wanted small matching tattoos. Many places are way overpriced for something so small. The shop minimum here is way better than most. They have quality artists and hello, one of the OG tattoo shops! They have a museum dedicated to the history of tattooing. Back to Hubba, he is a super sweet, artistic, patient, and talented artist. I am proud to have 3 tattoos from him now. I have 2 major (for me anyway) pieces that mean the world to me. The lavender bundle represents my wedding day and the roses is in memory of me and my grandmother who I was very close to. I can't wait to come back for my next one! You're amazing Hubba! read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Colored in - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Rosebud for me, rose for Nanay (my grandma). - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Cindy M.

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My friends and I decided to get tattoos while visiting Seattle, and we don't regret coming here one bit! Walk-ins are welcome but I had already exchanged a few messages with Jimmy to let him know what I wanted & when we were coming. Getting there I was super nervous since this was my first tattoo (same with my friends), but I feel like Jimmy kinda made the decision that we were gonna do this since his sketch was amazing and was prepared right when I arrived! He was very accommodating about what I wanted, what my concerns were, etc. got the job done nice and easy! Daniel and Kenneth are also amazing too! They did tattoos for both of my friends who came along. Their line work is excellent and that's super important especially with the pieces we wanted. Each one costed under $150 (with tip included.) I am very impressed considering that I found this location on yelp. Very quick at responding to messages, and friendly staff. Good vibes, good playlist, oh and clean restroom! read more

Seattle Tattoo Emporium - Tattoo by Jimmy the Saint - Tattoo Near Me - Seattle, Washington

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Zandu T.

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This is my 3rd tattoo here. I love this place,nice and friendly artist everysingle time, also this place has a special vibe,aura if you would like. This tattoo was back in my head for a quite some time but i couldnt commit to placement and letter style,and it just come all together so fast that I want to get it done same day so i went without appointment. I arrived at the end of the day and suprisingly didnt have to wait to long (I did not set appointment), James(Jimmy the Saint) was very friendly and professional, I absolutely love my new tattoo and planning for next one. I want to give credit to Jimmy for being quick and acurate, not only that but one of the most unpainfull tattoos I got with fastest healing time. Will defenetely go again as soon as I finish design for my next tattoo. read more

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Jocelyn G.

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This shop has some of the best energy and talent in Seattle! I highly recommend you to go to Josh he tattooed my neck and he made the experience a comfortable and tolerable one! I would post a picture but I just got it 2 days ago and it's bloody. I'm very happy with it :) read more

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Andy S.

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I got this ankh tattoo here in 2019 and i think it speaks for itself. terrible. the guy was super nice though, i cant remember his name. the shop was clean and looked professional. ‍ not sure what happened. its been really impacting my self esteem though read more

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Heather K.

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My daughter decided she wanted a tattoo and asked me to take her while I was visiting her at school. We checked Yelp, made a couple of calls and wound up here. First, the shop is cool. Lot of art on the walls, the artists there doing their work. Was greeted warmly, introduced to two gentlemen (because I decided to get one too), describes what we wanted and they went to draw it out. Clean, friendly and fairly priced. My daughter got Hallelujah on her arm, and I got some flowers. Quick, nicely done and nice environment. Check this place out! read more

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I had such a great experience here! Everyone is friendly, the shop is in a great location, and the environment was lively and fresh! Great lil tattoo spot! read more

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Candi L.

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My three friends and I care on a trip to Seattle and on our last day we planned on getting some small tattoos. We were in a time crunch since we had a flight in the afternoon. We went to 2-3 other shops that we called and initially stated they take walk-ins and were turned away. We finally came here and were helped immediately. We all had different things we wanted and were fine with paying the shop minimum. We were all in and out in less than a hour. The nice guy who helped us quickly drew up what we wanted within a few minutes and before we knew it we were getting our tats!! We even had time to kill it went by so quickly. This place is very professional and made you feel at ease! Would definitely come back if I'm in the area!! read more

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I have been getting tattoos here from Jimmy since 1995 and I have always had the best experience with him and his fellow tattooers. I am not an artist and I love that I can go into the shop and give Jimmy a simple thought of what I want and then he runs with the idea and always comes up with something amazing. I get compliments daily about his artwork that I have the honor of wearing. The shop is always clean and professional, they treat everyone with friendliness and respect. When you walk in they say hello and do their best to help you, you don't feel out of place like in a lot of other tattoo shops where they look down at you or their egos are so big they are rude to everyone. They will help you with the design the sizing and the placement so that it will look great for the long haul. They are great about touch ups, even on my 25 year old tattoos, so they are always looking nice. I cannot recommend this place more. read more

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More info about Seattle Tattoo Emporium

1508 Boren Ave
Seattle, WA 98101
Capitol Hill
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(206) 622-6895
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http://www.seattletattooemporium.com

Hours

What time does Seattle Tattoo Emporium open?

Seattle Tattoo Emporium opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Seattle Tattoo Emporium opens at 12:00 PM on Sunday.

What time does Seattle Tattoo Emporium close?

Seattle Tattoo Emporium closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.Seattle Tattoo Emporium closes at 7:00 PM on Sunday.

Mon-Sat 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMSun 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Seattle Tattoo Emporium take credit cards?

Yes, Seattle Tattoo Emporium takes credit cards.

Services

Is Seattle Tattoo Emporium by appointment only?

No, Seattle Tattoo Emporium is not by appointment only.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Seattle Tattoo Emporium have bike parking?

Yes, Seattle Tattoo Emporium has bike parking.

Does Seattle Tattoo Emporium have parking?

Yes, Seattle Tattoo Emporium has parking options. Garage Parking, Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Seattle Tattoo Emporium wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Seattle Tattoo Emporium is wheelchair accessible.

Does Seattle Tattoo Emporium have free WiFi?

Yes, Seattle Tattoo Emporium has free WiFi.

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Specialties

The Seattle Tattoo Emporium offers a wide range of styles from Traditional Americana to large Japanese body- suits and everything in between. The Emporium strives to meet and exceed the client's expectations artistically while also maintaining the highest standards in customer service.

History

Established in 1941.

The Seattle Tattoo Emporium was established in 1941 by Danny Danzl. Danny had tattooed around Seattle since the early '30s. He eventually passed away in 1986 leaving the shop to his coworker and friend P. A. Stephens. The Seattle Tattoo Emporium gained momentum under Stephens ownership. P. A. Stephens was instrumental in ushering in the tattoo renaissance of the '70s. Taking a cue from Sailor Jerry, Stephens along with fellow artists Ed Hardy and Mike Malone pioneered large scale, highly artistic tattooing, never before witnessed in the West. Further, he organized and hosted the first tattoo conventions at that time. His mission has always been to elevate the reputation and standards of tattooing. This history and these qualities have been infused in The Seattle Tattoo Emporium and make it thee place to get tattooed in Seattle. Come experience the history and leave with a beautiful tattoo to follow you through your life.

Meet the Business Owner: James H.

The Seattle Tattoo Emporium is Seattle's oldest tattoo shop. Our legacy is and will continue to be longevity and loyalty. The Emporium and its Artists have achieved over 70 years of service by dedicating ourselves to an outstanding and unique tattoo experience and we are fully devoted to the quality of our work and the care of our clients. When you visit the Seattle Tattoo Emporium you will encounter a safe, clean and fun environment with tattooists of many artistic disciplines who create inspired and exceptional tattoos -- making the Artists proud of their achievements and our clients confident and proud to wear their art. James William Hillary "Jimmy The Saint" has been tattooing at the Seattle Tattoo Emporium since 1989 and in 2016 was proud to become owner and operator. Come visit his team for your next tattoo or just stop by and check out some Seattle tattoo history.

Review Highlights - Seattle Tattoo Emporium

“Jimmy was super helpful and patient with my daughter to get exactly what she envisioned for her second tattoo.”

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I've been coming to Slave to the Needle since around 2017 early 2018 and have had a lot of work…read moredone through the shop over the years -- enough to know the difference between a good experience and an exceptional one. During that time I've never actually written a review before, but my recent sessions with Tim Bradley (aka Mean Ole Tim) at the Wallingford location deserve one. Tim has been an absolute standout. He's not just a skilled tattooer -- he's an artist and professional in the truest sense. His ability to translate an idea into something that feels both deeply personal and beautifully cohesive is unreal. He recently completed a full torso panel of my German shepherd, Stryder, in an Irezumi-inspired style, as well as two custom hand pieces -- and every step of the process was collaborative, thoughtful, and executed with precision. What I appreciate most is Tim's mix of humility, humor, and quiet confidence. He listens, gives honest feedback, and works with a level of care that shows in every line and aspect of the piece. The end result isn't just cool ink -- it's art that carries weight, intention, and soul. After nearly a decade with STTN, I can say this has been one of my best experiences yet. If you're looking for someone who genuinely gives a damn about both the craft and the client, Tim's your guy.

Camy did a superb job on my water dragon. I would like to be more confident in competitive swimming…read moreand felt the desire to be like a water dragon and asked the tattoo place to come up with a tattoo on my arm. Camy volunteered and she did it vibrantly with her works of blues and fine lines. This is my first tattoo and I couldn't be more pleased with it. Thank you Camy. I love it!

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Miss Bella was fabulous from our first email. Responsive, cool, and super talented, she was quite…read moreserious about getting my feedback and talking through our plan before we ever got started. I love the atmosphere in the studio, very open, clean, and again, private rooms that give you the opportunity to spread out and be comfy. Did I mention the reception desk? The young dude up front was so good, thoughtful, helpful. I will definitely come back to Bella in the future.

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I just needed a simple piercing, just an additional hole with a simple earring and I wasn't sure…read morewhat kind of service I would receive at a place I've never been before. It was so amazing and I was so impressed. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted in a very nice way, my needs were heard and respected, and, oh my, what a selection of different jewelry they have to pick from, very impressive! Adam did my ear piercing and listened to where I wanted the new piercing and Adam double checked before we proceeded with the piercing. But what most impressed me was how he prioritized Sanitation. I think he must have changed his gloves four times after he touched every item needed for the process. He explained aftercare very well. Checkout was wonderful too, they made sure that I knew how to contact them at any time if I had any other questions or concerns after the fact. Oh, and they made sure I knew what the end cost would be even before the actual piercing so there are no surprises at checkout.

I am beyond furious with the way Pierced Hearts handled my sister's navel piercing. From the start,…read morethis experience has been a disaster due to sheer negligence and a complete lack of accountability. My sister clearly explained to the piercer, Jaime, that she has a very flat belly button and specifically asked if the standard navel jewelry would be appropriate. He confidently said yes -- and we trusted his professional judgment. That trust was completely misplaced. As time passed, the jewelry began to embed itself into her skin, which should never have happened with the right jewelry in the first place. We returned to the shop, and Adam helped change it to a floating navel piercing -- the type she should have received from day one. He apologized and even took a photo of the damage because it was obvious something had gone terribly wrong. But the damage had already been done. Within a week, she developed a severe infection -- one that urgent care later confirmed was likely due to the original jewelry creating a gaping wound that never healed properly. Despite following aftercare instructions to the letter, she ended up on two antibiotics and hydrocodone just to manage the pain. Yet when we returned to the shop a third time to request a refund and share what she was going through, the staff were incredibly dismissive and refused to take any responsibility. They immediately shifted blame, accusing her of neglecting aftercare, even though we were meticulous. No effort was made to offer a solution, express genuine concern, or show even the slightest empathy. Just said "well, do you want to get it pierced again?!" ... no! Her belly button area now is completely bruised and mangled because of this place. We will never be coming back here again. To make matters worse, the owner was outright disrespectful and condescending over the phone. When we told him that medical professionals advised removing the piercing and draining the infection, her arrogant response was, "Why would they do that?!" as if she knew better than actual doctors. That tone alone spoke volumes about how little they care once they have your money. We asked for a refund because of all the trouble we've been through after the negligence of the first piercer, now having to pay for urgent care visits and medication. I chose this shop based on their glowing reviews, but let me be clear: if you're considering any body piercing here, don't. They might be decent with ear piercings or tattoos -- but when it comes to body piercings, especially anything more complex, they are careless, unprofessional, and utterly unwilling to take accountability when something goes wrong. My sister went in for a simple piercing and walked away in physical pain and emotional distress, and not once did they offer real help, only excuses. This shop failed her. Completely.

Cubic zirconia studs on both tragus (jewelry change) & helix (new piercing) - immediately after.

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Mini Mega Electric Gallery

4.6(114 reviews)

2362.8 mi

Riley did a tattoo for me honoring my wife who passed away in 2025.My friend Mike K. designed the…read moreart work and Riley put it to canvas on my left forearm. What a beautiful job he did, the care he took to honor my late wife was beautiful it was as if he knew her.He is a wonderful young artist that takes pride in his work.I would recommend this artist to anyone whether your are veteran of getting ink or a newbie he's the man. Thank you Riley for caring. Joe H

I have been here two times now. I have always loved my experience with samichhh. She have tattooed…read moreme 3 times now and every time she has made my idea reality. I will become back

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Finer Things Tattoo

4.7(43 reviews)

1.6 mi•Westlake

I had an amazing experience at Finer Things Tattoo getting my fine line phoenix on my shoulder. I…read moregave 2 reference photos, and Zezi truly brought the vision to life in a way that exceeded my expectations. The piece is bold, beautiful, and incredibly detailed. Zezi is professional, creative, and made the entire experience comfortable from start to finish. You can tell she really listens to her clients and takes pride in her work. I highly recommend Finer Things Tattoo if you're looking for custom work that is both artistic and personal.

My 13-year-old dog, my fur baby, and my best friend Ghost passed away earlier this year. After he…read moredied, I decided my first tattoo would be a memorial to him. I spent days researching artists, and Finer Things immediately stood out. Their style was exactly what I hoped for. From the start, Zezi and the team were incredibly attentive to everything I asked for. A few months later, I came into the studio for my appointment and the custom designs captured Ghost perfectly. Zezi prepared several thoughtful options, and once I chose my favorite, she got to work. She was warm, welcoming, and made my first tattoo experience unforgettable. I cannot recommend Zezi and Finer Things Tattoo Studio enough, especially if you are looking to honor a furry loved one.

Spacious studio with natural lighting, sterile equipment setup, and a focus on hygiene.

Cozy waiting area with plush seating and a complimentary snack station to enhance your comfort.

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Elegant waiting area with plush seating, light wood floors, and a sanitized white coffee table.

True Love Tattoo & Art Gallery

4.7(82 reviews)

0.2 mi•Capitol Hill

First time in a tattoo "gallery" :) Met George, and a few of the staff while waiting for a friend…read morewho got a tattoo (from George) It's a large, bright shop, with separate stations/chairs for each artist. There is a cute pup on staff named Kimchee (seriously). They had music, and it was a chill place to hang out on a couch and people watch. It is a crowded neighborhood, very walkable. (We got Thai before the tattoo) It was expensive, but it was a coverup and by the owner, so expected.

Do not request from MICHAEL BRADSHAW…read more From the start, things felt off--he couldn't even "reply all" to me and my sister's email, so I kept having to loop her in. We were getting matching tattoos of a trail map from Olympic National Forest. My complaints; 1. Part of the stencil was missing from my arm at the beginning. I said something and he said it would be fine, and he incorrectly guessed the lines. 2. Lines didn't connect properly to the border. 3. Major blowouts-at first I thought it was normal healing, but after research, it's clearly poor technique. 4. Took 5 days and 3 follow-ups to get aftercare instructions. He claimed it went to spam, but we were using the same email chain the whole time. 5. He's only been in Seattle for 2 months--maybe not fully settled? The shop itself is clean and the staff are nice, but if a design is too complex, just say so-don't wing it on someone's body. Update: the artist gave my sister and I a full refund after the owner saw my review.

Tattoo by Chloe Rozo

Lines not connecting, blow outs, lines BARELY going over the border

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Dark Age Tattoo

4.7(64 reviews)

0.6 mi•Capitol Hill

My girlfriend and I had a great experience with Maddie. We got matching tattoos of a stamp and she…read moredid an amazing job. Her lettering was so clean and she worked really fast. The shop had great energy and they accommodated us as walk-in clients. We are so happy with our tattoo. Thank you!!

Loved my experience here. Bryce does stellar work and made for a comfortable and positive…read moreexperience. She was wonderful to work with from concept to aftercare. The shop is rad, love the vibe. All the staff I interacted with were genuinely welcoming and courteous, very friendly and engaging. The other artists here also seem to be putting out a lot of nice work from the stuff I was able to see in the portfolios. This is a GOOD shop. Go get a tattoo!

0.2 mi•First Hill, Capitol Hill

I get so many compliments on how good the letters look!

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Side Quest Tattoo

4.6(127 reviews)

Ingrid Elaine did my first tattoo, which was also a matching set for my brother and I!!…read more I was recommended this place by a good friend who had lots of sick video game themed tattoos. I appreciate the timely response and abilities to take walk in! I got a response from Ingrid literally a few minutes after sending an inquiry on their site at 1 AM ( not drunk, just a night owl ). So happy that Ingrid was able to book my brother and I in on a Saturday slot. I gave her an inspo pic which my brother and I wanted to match for Spongebob & Patrick and she did so much better than I could have imagined! She had such a cute and colorful style. As a first time tattoo, Ingrid was calm, walked me through the process and checked on me just enough during the inking. She also posts the aftercare on her insta which is great for one to look back on. I highly recommend her designs I love our tattoos and the healing process has been so seamless. Great color choice by Ingrid and a wonderful experience for my first tattoo!!!

Bunky Osyter is no artist, she is a scammer…read more Long story short, I created this small geometric design myself and booked an appt with Bunky Oyster and submitted my $100 deposits on 8/16/2022. Next week, she told me this one hour long tattoo session will cost me $500, cuz she charged by pieces. *** Unless her hourly rate is $500/hr, I don't see how it is possible for such small piece of tattoo will cost $500 before tip. Especially my design doesn't even require any of her drawing and creativity. Same date , I told her I am no longer pursuing a tattoo appt with her and I would like to cancel the appt for 9/8/2022 (the appt was cancelled 2 weeks prior to the actual date), then she refused to refund my deposit. Your website says 48 hours prior to appt notice for rescheduling/ cancellation or deposit is subject to be forfeited. I cancelled my appt more than 2 week, which was because Bunky Oyster was trying to up charge me by 4 times of the market price, and she refused to refund my deposit. Today I completed the exact same design for $180 w tips, and the session was completed within an hour. Bunky oyster is no artist, she is a scammer, shame on you for hiring such employee with low work ethic and so much greed. Please be careful, don't make the mistake I made with her

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Reference photo shared with the artist

Hidden Hand Tattoo

4.5(139 reviews)

2.8 mi•Fremont

Had a vague idea for some tattoos, sent over some inspo pictures to Phil at Hidden Hand and he drew…read moreup some awesome designs! Phil was efficient, friendly, and gave me really fine detail. Super happy with how they turned out. Recommending him to everyone I know looking for their next piece!

Every time we travel, my husband and I get a new ghost tattoo. For Seattle, we went to Hidden Hand…read moreTattoo and had a great time. Inside, it's got a funky and cool vibe. The staff is super sweet and our tats turned out wonderfully!

Front of shop

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Dzul Ink Lounge

they best tattoo shop in Seattle. the tem there is awesome. much luv. Alex is a legend and a great…read moreartist and the girls at the front desk are awesome.

Another beautiful masterpiece add on done by Jacob! I truly appreciate his patience and diligence…read morein making my tattoo experience always perfect!! I will be back soon for more!!