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Tattoo Shops in San Mateo, CA

10 studios in and around San Mateo, California — call ahead even for walk-ins — a shop with five artists can still be booked solid on a Saturday, and piercing hours often differ from tattoo hours.

San Mateo has about 103,006 residents, which works out to 9.7 tattoo shops per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

Framed Brow Studio and Piercing Bar Piercing

235 E 3rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401-4031

+16504892049 Website Directions

Godspeed Tattoo Walk-ins welcomeCustom design

620 S Norfolk St, San Mateo, CA 94401-3017

🕒 We are open Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00am to 7:00pm.

+16505581922 Website Directions

Hello Tattoo

13 Lodato Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403-1723

+14153707212 Directions

Honeybee Tattoo

18 41st Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403

(626) 627-6868 Directions

IG Tattoos

122 2nd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401-3836

+16502000260 Website Directions

KD's Threading & Beauty Spot

151 S B St, San Mateo, CA 94401-3908

+16504303091 Website Directions

Lyfestyle Ink

1923 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94403-1321

+16503152330 Website Directions

Lyfestyle Ink 2

2332 S El Camino Real, San Mateo, CA 94403-2214

+16503152371 Directions

Outkast Tattoos

216 2nd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401

(650) 685-8227 Website Directions

Paw Tattoo Card accepted

502 2nd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94401-3255

Website Directions

Tip: weekday afternoons are the easiest time to get a walk-in seat — Friday and Saturday fill with appointments by noon. For custom work, message the artist a week ahead with reference images; a deposit of $50–100 that counts toward the final price is standard practice, not a red flag.

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Good to know about tattoo shops in San Mateo

How many tattoo shops are there in San Mateo?
We list 10 tattoo shops in San Mateo with addresses, and 9 of them with a phone number.

What's the surest way to check hours in San Mateo?
Call ahead — 9 of the 10 tattoo shops here list a number. Hours at independent tattoo shops shift with seasons and staffing, so a phone call beats any listing, including ours.

Are tattoo shops open on Sunday?
Operating hours vary by studio, but many tattoo parlors open on weekends to accommodate client schedules. There are currently 10 tattoo shops listed in San Mateo, California, with 9 providing direct phone contact to verify their Sunday availability. We recommend calling ahead or booking an appointment online.

Where can I get tattoo removal?
You can find professional laser tattoo removal services at specialized clinics and select tattoo parlors in San Mateo, California. Our directory features 10 local providers, including 9 with verified contact numbers to schedule a consultation. Compare local listings to find certified technicians near you.