Best Tattoo Shop on the Central Coast! Have been a customer for over 17 years and now travel from…read moreArizona for my yearly visit. Great Atmosphere, Creative Artists and always look forward to my next visit.

My boyfriend and I got piercings for the first time. they were so sweet and talked to us to clam…read moreour nerves. The piercing process itself was super fast and by the time I sat down, it was basically already over. I would highly recommend this place to anyone. Especially if you're worried. She includes cleaning instructions and to the jewelry with the piercing.

New Shop in town!!! This place is CLEAN! Chad Best, the owner of Best Tattoos, has many years of…read moreexperience and does amazing work. I was truly impressed by his portfolio when I saw it, and thought it was especially cool to see that he has tattooed many celebrities, including Actors, NFL players, and NBA players (like Shaquille O'Neil!!) Chad is very friendly and isn't condescending when presented with my Tattoo ideas. I know some other artists who make you feel lame as soon as you walk through the door, and Chad is not like that AT ALL! If you're from SLO county or wanting to get a Tattoo on the Central Coast, I highly recommend that this is the shop that you go to!!

Chad is a nice guy and the shop is a nice environment. I am just cautioning older people with…read morethinner skin. I don't think he took that into consideration and basically what happened is he went too deep below the skin and cause shading and blurriness. When I spoke to another artist about correction, I was told there is no correcting this. Bummer.

Knew a tattoo artist at this tattoo shop and wanted my tattoo specifically from her, and she was…read morepeachy! Tattoo came out great, she was friendly, and even offered to touch up my brothers tattoo. However, the OWNER made us feel really uncomfortable. Didn't even greet us when we walked. As I was getting tattooed, I brought a couple of family members who wanted to check out this new shop. They went inside the arcade and the owner followed them in there saying in a stern voice, "Only one person at a time." my family respected it but later on, another group of people walked in and all went into the arcade and the owner didn't even care!! Not only that, but the arcade reeked of weed. Not sure if that's sanitary or safe.

I love retrocade! They have such unique items that you can't find anywhere else, records, clothes,…read morelocal products. The arcade is so fun they have every game you could ever want. The owners are so kind and friendly and they care about their customers. Their tattoo station is clean and they have guest artists in often, this place is fantastic.

I've gotten pierced here a couple times with Christian and had a tattoo on friday the 13th years…read moreago which was a super good deal for the work and size tat i got. Very good experiences. I recently got my bridge done by their new piercer Brandon and although i was in a rush, he was very informative and even gave me an information sheet and did a lot of measuring and now my bridge is looking great. Friendly and prompt service and my questions were answered. Also a lot of jewelry options but i stuck to titanium. i also appreciate this location is open almost everyday and open late so i can swing by after my workday.

Got my tongue pierced here 2 weeks ago. Was very nervous to get it so I didn't realize till after…read morebut the piercer didn't even have me use mouthwash beforehand and didn't use a clamp. Had to take it out today because I went to a different piercer to get a different bar and she told me I should take it out because of how crooked it was. The lady that pierced me was very nice and comforting but the quality and safety of what she did is not okay. And the tongue is a very serious thing to pierce and it should be taken seriously. I understand everyone makes mistakes but she shouldn't have let me walk out seeing how crooked it was. I've never left a review on a business before but this kind of thing is too important not to share. Everyone was very friendly so no issue on that.

After years of wanting to have my eyebrows microbladed, i finally got to have it done. Michelle…read morecame highly recommended by my hair stylist. It took a bit to get an appointment because she's that awesome and yes, that busy. So, plan ahead. Think about your activity and the weather. I was traveling in December and knew I didn't want to focus on new brow care while traveling. Summer wasn't good me for either because ....sun! I arrived on time and Michelle was waiting in the shop. A nice shop she shares with her husband who's also a local tattoo artist. Soon to be in her own new joint though... I've heard. First off is paperwork. It's fast, legal eagle stuff. She takes some time to explain the process. Then it's lie down and left the drawing begin. She drew out a shape she felt matched my face shape etc. She will show you so you can say yay or nay. I said yay. Then it's down to business. First a topical pain cream so you don't feel much. She goes over each brow three times with color. I did not see the tool used but it lays color onto brows, and into the skin. These are my layman's terms! It was pain free for me (except for the plucking part, which I find funny). You can hear skin pulling or scratching as she moves along. I felt very little pain during the process and even later in the day just a little pain was present. The end result was soooo worth the time and investment in myself. I go back soon for my 6 week touch up. People definitely noticed the change and many are asking for her information. Overall fantastic experience. If you are on the fence, pull the trigger you won't be sorry. Using Michelle's photo of my before and my after shots.

Michelle Landis is that perfect mix of artistry and skill. She is methodical in her approach to…read morebrows, customizing the treatment to naturally enhance one's individual shape. She takes the time to educate, and promote confidence and comfort. All this and an amazing outcome, what more could you ask for?

Newt was awesome. She tattooed my hand, and the entire process went flawlessly. The pain was…read moreminimal, she kept the atmosphere fun with her sense of humor, and the final result came out exactly how I wanted. I'd definitely recommend her to anyone looking for quality work and a great experience.

I messaged the shop through Instagram about 3 hours prior to coming in to see if they had time to…read morefit me in, they said they did so I came through. Literally had zero plan. Just wanted to get something done. Looked through Woods' flash book and went with a little snake guy. He decided he wanted to draw it on, rather than using the flash, so it would fit the spot we were putting it in better. From start to finish it took a little over an hour. Woods was so nice and professional. The other two guys there were helping other customers as they came in. Also super nice and helpful. The shop is beautiful, with tons of natural lighting. This is by far one of the best shops I've been to in the many years I've been getting tattooed. 100% plan on making my way from the bay to get another tattoo from the guys here again.

Absolutely recommend Jake for any tattoos! He started a tattoo on me yesterday in a kind of…read moreintimate/ vulnerable area. He made me feel completely comfortable & at ease! 100% professional, talented, experienced & lovely to converse with. The pricing is appropriate & fair. I'm so very happy with the artistry & it's not even finished yet!

I've been going to Apothecary Tattoo for many years. Jake has always took any vision in my head and…read moremade it 100X better. His artwork is spectacular, and the attention to detail is extraordinary. He's always treated me with respect and gave me very fair prices. We have a lot of talent here in the central coast when it comes to tattoo artists but I always go to him because of his art and friendly service. Chill vibe with a chill dude. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!!!!!!!!!!!!!