Tattoo directory
Tattoo Shops in San Mateo
San Mateo has 13 tattoo studios listed in the Local Tattoo Shops directory, spanning 7 styles including Fine Line, Cover-Up, Blackwork. 13 studios have detailed profiles with confirmed artist rosters and booking details.
Use the style filter below to browse by specialty, from bold traditional and Japanese irezumi to fine-line and blackwork. Each detailed profile includes the room's focus, named artists, and how to get in the chair.
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- Detailed
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13 studios
San Mateo Tattoo Studios
13 studios
- 01
Godspeed Tattoo
620 S Norfolk St · San Mateo, CA
- Lettering
- Cover-Up
- 02
Hello Tattoo
13 Lodato Ave · San Mateo, CA
- Fine Line
- 03
Honeybee Tattoo
18 41st Ave · San Mateo, CA
- Fine Line
- Lettering
- 04
IG Tattoos
122 2nd Ave Suite 209 · San Mateo, CA
- Realism
- Lettering
- 05
Lyfestyle Ink
1923A S El Camino Real · San Mateo, CA
- 06
Lyfestyle Ink 2
2332 S El Camino Real · San Mateo, CA
- Realism
- 07
Mart Tattoos Art
508 San Mateo Dr · San Mateo, CA
- 08
Paw Tattoo
502 2nd Ave · San Mateo, CA
- Realism
- Fine Line
- 09
Purple Tattoo Studio
213 3rd Ave · San Mateo, CA
- 10
Savage Tattoo Studio
2323 S El Camino Real · San Mateo, CA
- Fine Line
- Lettering
- 11
Secret Ink LLC
45 S Claremont St · San Mateo, CA
- 12
Tattoo shop
2095 Palm Ave · San Mateo, CA
- 13
Taylormade Tattoo
277 Baldwin Ave · San Mateo, CA
- Traditional
- Blackwork
- Japanese / Irezumi
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Tattoo Styles in San Mateo
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Common questions
San Mateo Tattoo FAQ
- How many tattoo shops are in San Mateo?
- Local Tattoo Shops lists 13 tattoo studios in San Mateo, CA. Use the style filter on this page to narrow by specialty, or scroll the full roster above.
- What tattoo styles are popular in San Mateo?
- Studios in San Mateo cover Fine Line, Cover-Up, Blackwork, Lettering, Realism, and 2 more. Select any style chip above to filter the directory.
- How do I find the right tattoo artist in San Mateo?
- Start by choosing a style that matches the work you want. Filter by style using the chips at the top of this page. Then visit individual studio profiles for artist rosters, specialties, and booking details. Studios with a detailed profile have confirmed artist and booking information on file; those that have verified their listing also carry a Verified badge.
- Which San Mateo tattoo studios accept walk-ins?
- Walk-in policies vary by studio and by how busy the shop is. Detailed studio profiles on Local Tattoo Shops include a booking method note when confirmed. If in doubt, call ahead. Most studios post walk-in hours on their Instagram or website.