Best Tattoo Shops in Dallas

2022

Artistic Encounter - Rosemeade Pkwy

• Body Art

Artistic Encounter is a custom tattoo and body piercing studio and gallery in Dallas. In 2001, owners Billy Jack and Stephanie Gunter opened their first shop in Indiana. Later they opened two more locations in Dallas. The studio displays lots of art which is for sale, and has won many awards and been featured in magazines. Clients like the family atmosphere and the artists’ professionalism.

Cat Tattoo

• Body Art

Cat Tattoo is a tattoo and piercing parlor that caters to Dallas clients. Terry Mayo has been tattooing 31 years and Cat Tattoo is celebrating its 25th year, it Opened in 1996. It provides custom tattoos, piercing, and laser removal. Owner Terry Mayo has been a professional tattoo artist for 28 years and has received multiple awards for his creative works. The prints of the original artwork of Terry and the other Cat Tattoo's artists are available in the shop. In addition, a certificate and record of every spore test completed are provided for proof of the studio's compliance with accepted sterile practices.

Cedar Springs Tattoo

• Piercings

Cedar Springs Tattoo offers a wide range of body art services to individuals in Dallas. Located in the heart of Oaklawn, it employs professional artists with more than 100 years of combined experience. They specialize in various tattooing styles, such as black and gray realism, Japanese, Americana, and fine line lettering, which allows them to meet the aesthetic vision of clients. Cedar Springs Tattoo also offers body piercings and carries an extensive line of jewelry.

Dallas Tattoo

• Body Art

Dallas Tattoo is a custom tattoo shop located in Dallas, Texas. Shop owners Travis Chick and Kayden DiGiovanni started the business in 2010. Together with their team of artists, they draw and paint custom-ink designs based on the clients' preferences. Clients can give their own designs or take a look at the shop's extensive artistic portfolio. Dallas Tattoo ensures that proper sanitary measures are rolled out with the use of disposable needles, gloves, and masks.

Davis Street Tattoo

• Body Art

Davis St. Tattoo is a Dallas studio that specializes in Japanese-influenced, American, and black and gray tattoos. Artist Mark Thompson has been a tattoo artist for over 20 years. Artist Josh Robinson has been tattooing since 1997, and Dominik Cichowski has been tattooing since 2010. In 2015, The Dallas Observer named the shop the Best Tattoo Shop. Clients like the artists’ patience, custom artwork, and professionalism.

Death or Glory Tattoo

• Body Art

Death or Glory Tattoo is a Dallas studio that specializes in tattoos and piercing. The four artists, Sam Chamberlain, Eddie Loven, Matt Thompson, and Tommy Nash, are available to work with clients. The studio is open seven days a week. Clients like the comfortable, clean environment and the artwork.

Elm Street Tattoo

• Body Art

For over 20 years, Elm Street Tattoo has been sharing its passion for tattoo art in Dallas. There are 14 tattoo artists, handpicked by owner Oliver Peck and Dean Williams, who specialize in many styles such as American Traditional, Black and Gray, and Japanese. This tattoo shop organized the first-ever Friday, the 13th tattoo marathon in 1996. The 24-hour tradition is still celebrated wherein numerous people come to get tattoed. Elm Street provides piercing and micro-bladed brows by walk-in or appointment.

Fly Ink Tattoo Parlor Inc.

• Piercings
• Traditional Tattoos

Fly Ink Tattoo Parlor Inc. was founded in 2014 and provides tattoo services. It offers bespoke artwork that includes line art tattoos, various lettering styles, lip tattoos, and colorwork. Other services include basic ear and body piercing, including dimple and bridge piercings in the face, and high-lobe and helix piercings in the ears. The parlor also offers aftercare for piercings and tattoos such as tattoo sunscreen, hygienic saline washes, and piercing sprays.

Gold Dust Tattoos & Fine Art

• Body Art

Gold Dust Tattoos & Fine Art is a Dallas studio that specializes in custom tattoos. Owner and artist Char McGaughy has been tattooing professionally since 2010. She has received numerous awards including Best Tattoo Artist Dallas 2010, Ink Life Tour 2012 2nd Large Portrait, and Dallas Tattoo Expo 2013 1st Tattoo of the day. Her specialty is black and gray and photorealism. She works by appointment only. Clients appreciate the clean environment and professional staff.

Lamar Street Tattoo Club

• Traditional Tattoos
• Watercolor Tattoos
• Geometric Tattoos

Lamar Street Tattoo Club is a Dallas studio that aims to bring a higher standard in tattoo quality and cleanliness to clients. Tattoo artist Josh Hall is a former paramedic, and he takes healing and providing safe tattoo practices seriously. He likes tattooing traditional American and Japanese, dot work, mehndi, and mandalas. Clients appreciate Josh’s healing techniques, style, and friendliness. The other experienced tattoo artists excel in classic traditional American style, illustrative neo-traditional, realism, and comic art tattoos.

Last Angels

• Body Art

Last Angels Tattoo Co. is a Dallas studio, providing tattoos and body piercings to its clients since 2008. The studio's resident artists can work on tattoos involving black, gray, and color realism, as well as black-work style. Moreover, the studio’s additional artists can render neotraditional and full-color floral designs. The artists focus on providing clients with excellent customer service through making a professional and respectful environment. Last Angels Tattoo was featured in Dallas Observer and Dallas A-List in 2016.

Legacy Arts Tattoo Coit

• Body Art

Legacy Arts Tattoo Coit is a custom tattoo studio that serves clients in Dallas. Its tattoo artists are familiar with a wide range of tattoo styles that include black and grey, photorealism, and bold full-color illustrative. Richard Garcia's tattoo portfolio includes a circus-themed back piece and a Stevie Ray Vaughan portrait. The studio also accommodates walk-ins and offers dermal anchors and piercings. It is committed to maintaining its reputation for providing quality customer service, cleanliness, and a laid-back environment.

Lone Star Tattoo

• Body Art

Lone Star Tattoo is a full-service tattoo shop serving residents in the North Dallas area. The shop has resident and guest tattoo artists specializing in various tattoo styles, including American traditional, neo-traditional, Japanese irezumi, black & gray, and illustrative tattooing. It also offers special Texas-style tattooing. Lone Star Tattoo's staff can also share suggestions with customers if needed. Clients can also avail themselves of the shop's body piercing services. Scott Cooksey, the owner of Lone Star Tattoo, began tattooing in 1995.

Stainless Studios

Stainless Studios is a Dallas studio that has been serving the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex for over six years. The award-winning artists specialize in Traditional, Neo-Traditional, Japanese, lettering, black and gray, portraits, new school, color realism, and small line work. Stainless Studios also offers professional body piercing. Clients like the artists’ talent, friendliness, knowledge, and the cleanliness of the studio.

Tattoos by Char

Char McGaughy is a tattoo/mixed media artist and painter in Dallas. She started tattooing over five years ago and opened Gold Dust Tattoos & Fine Art in 2013. Char takes pride in her work and her aim is to have satisfied clients. She has won numerous awards since she started tattooing. She likes different styles but specializes in photorealism and black and gray.

The Chosen One Ink Tattoo

• Body Art
• Piercings

The Chosen One Ink Tattoo is an Arlington-based tattoo and piercing studio that has been serving clients in Dallas for over 10 years. Tattoo artist Lady Karina offers styles such as black and grey, colored, neo-traditional, realism, 3D, and geometrical. Meanwhile, Phat Matt provides piercings for noses, belly buttons, and earlobes. The business is OSHA Bloodborne Pathogen Certified by the Texas Health Department and has been visited by celebrity clients from different fields and industries, from sports to entertainment.

Urban’s Tattoo and Piercing Studio

• Body Art

Urban’s Tattoo and Piercing Studio is an award-winning Arlington business that specializes in portrait, realism, black and white, custom, lettering, and more. The professional artists have years of experience and will answer all clients’ questions. The studio provides a high-end environment that families can come to. They won the 2014 Best Tattoo and Piercing by Dallas A-List. Urban’s Tattoo and Piercing Studio is a member of the Arlington Chamber of Commerce and has an A+ rating by the Better Business Bureau. They are open seven days a week and welcome walk-ins.