Bay Ink Tattoo & Piercing

I went to this studio for my tattoo and came back for my back tattoo. This studio has amazing staff that makes you feel comfortable and welcome, the studio is nice and clean. I got both of my pieces done by Foram Patel and I couldn’t ask for a better experience. She has an amazing attention to detail with her floral design/shading, and she will always make her clients feel comfortable and welcomed. 10/10 would book with Foram again. Thank you for the amazing experience and pieces that I will love forever!

Madison did a great job touching up my biggest most intricate arm tattoo. It had a lot of keloid scarring on tricky joints but she smoothed it out perfectly. Now it feels like a new tattoo again. Highly recommend!

This is an absolutely phenomenal shop. The space is SO clean and nice, its hard to believe its a tattoo shop. Lee was very hospitable on my first visit and scheduled my appointment with John soon after. My session was around four hours--during which Dani at the front desk was very kind and able to help newbie and experienced clients alike. If this is your first tattoo, they have the client service to make you as comfortable as you can be. If this is your hundredth tattoo, they have the talent to accommodate anything you want. Pricing is reasonable especially considering the quality of the artists. Johns work speaks for itself, see photo.

John was an absolute angel during my visit. Not only did he provide a comforting presence when I shared the heartbreaking story of my beloved dog passing away, but he also opened up about his own experiences of losing a furry companion, creating a deep sense of connection between us. Despite my overwhelming fear of tattoos, Johns gentle touch and empathetic nature guided me through the process with remarkable ease and understanding, even as I was battling a panic attack. His patience was truly remarkable.The beauty of Johns craftsmanship is beyond words. The fine line tattoo he created for me is nothing short of exquisite. Each delicate stroke speaks volumes, capturing the essence of my story and emotions in a way that is both poignant and beautiful. Johns talent truly shines through in his work, and I am forever grateful for the incredible piece of art he has permanently etched onto my skin.

Getting my first tattoo at Bay Ink Tattoo was a perfect experience :’) I couldn’t have asked for a more comfortable location or more accommodating and talented artists to work with!The designs they have premade and available to view in the neatly kept and pristine shop are brilliant on their own, but I requested a piece from my favorite game and Mr. Lee Belardo absolutely delivered. When I asked for his input, he was able to come up with a composition that I found more ideal than my original idea and the artwork turned out lovely!Through the process, he and the rest of the staff were friendly and hospitable, and he ensured all was well before proceeding, taking care to account for any potential discomfort proactively.It’s easy to see that he and the rest of the artists care deeply for their work as they patiently and helpfully attended those who were in for a job done that day or just stopping by to set up an appointment.I wholly recommend this tattoo shop for any first-timers or anyone who is looking for artists to consistently work with (as I’ll be doing from now on!). They will surely take care of your requests with their variety of styles and maybe even come up with something much cooler/prettier/fuller than you’d originally intended!

My friend and I came to Bay Ink to get piercings done. Our piercer was Natalie and she was amazing!!! She was so sweet when me and my friend were nervous. We both got cartilage ear piercings done and they look so cute! Really good selection of jewelry too. Again, can’t say enough good things about Natalie. She was thorough in aftercare instructions, made every thing so easy, and was so kind. Will def be coming back :)

Loved our experience!! She was so sweet and talented!! Barely hurt and this was my first! We came in with ideas and she perfectly created exactly what we wanted!

Got a stunning tattoo by desiree. she was so patient, kind, and had great input to help me find the design and look that i wanted. everyone there was lovely and it was a clean, comfortable environment. :) can’t wait for my next one!

Went to Bay Ink to get my first tattoo and it was a great experience. The staff were professional, friendly, and helpful. The shop is very stylish and comfortable. I felt very well taken care of and wasn’t nervous at all. Would definitely recommend this shop.

Awesome job and so friendly! Liv did an amazing job and I Love all their artist works!Also la jolla location is amazing i have gotten a tattoo by Mirtha and Darien both awesome designs.My husband is getting a tattoo from Lee at hillcrest location and it’s amazing how its coming along.

I just got a new tattoo by Lee, and I am absolutely blown away by the incredible work he did! The design is exactly what I envisioned, and the execution is flawless. The shading and line work are spot on. Lees attention to detail is unmatched, and his professionalism throughout the process was top-notch. I am beyond thrilled with my new tattoo and cant recommend Lee highly enough. If youre looking for a talented and skilled tattoo artist, look no further than Lee! Thank you for the amazing art, Lee!

John at Bayside ink Hillcrest is phenomenal. He is an exceptional artist who takes the time to bring artistic dreams to life. His skills are the best I have experienced. His passion for art is amazing.Thank you John

Absolutely stellar experience at Bay Ink! The artists here are incredibly talented and passionate about their craft. Not only did they take the time to listen to my ideas, but they also offered valuable insights and suggestions to ensure my tattoo turned out even better than I imagined. The cleanliness and professionalism of the shop are top-notch, making me feel completely at ease throughout the entire process. My tattoo exceeded my expectations, and I couldnt be happier with the final result. I highly recommend Madison at Bay Ink to anyone looking for a memorable and exceptional tattoo.

100% recommend you book with Madison. She’s such an amazing & talented artist. She was also so kind & patient while I got my first tattoo! I’ve gotten 2 pieces done by her now and they both came out even better than expected. Can’t wait to finish up the rest of my tattoos with her!

Tattooing with Liv is always a wonderful experience. Highly recommend. She’s patient and wants her clients to always leave happy, she’s a gem to work with!

Madison is amazing! So nice and made me feel so comfortable. Bay Ink Tattoo is wonderful and highly recommend

Madison was so cool, her vibes were great, she took her time with my tattoo, I absolutely love it. I will definitely be coming back!

Ive gotten multiple tattoos done by Madison (full sleeve, spine) and each one is incredibly well done! Madison is an amazing artist and the shop itself is a very fun and welcoming environment. 10/10

My brother and I decided on a whim to get small matching tattoos while I was visiting from out of state. We happened to be near Bay Ink and decided to check it out. This shop is beautiful and so clean and though I was hesitant because we didn’t have an appointment, as soon as we walked in the artists were so friendly and happy to help us! I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. Highly recommend Bay Ink!!

This is an email I just sent the owner of Bay Ink. “My name is Matthew and this email is in response your refusal to reschedule my 2:30 appointment due to a communicable illness requiring me to forfeit my $100 deposit. I am a small business owner so I can appreciate someone rescheduling an appointment for the second time is onerous and annoying. However, I have a valid reason for rescheduling and gave you the courtesy of trying to reschedule albeit the same day, rather than “no showing.” I am also a doctor and know I have a contagious and transmissible disease that exposing you, your staff and other clients to is reprehensible and frankly somewhat insane. So I am going to do for you what you would not do for your staff and clientele. I am forfeiting the deposit and will not be coming in for my appointment. Rest assured, I will post this review on every site on which you are listed with this exact verbiage and the appropriate rating.You should be ashamed of yourself.”

Desiree has been awesome! She took the time to help me get my vision to life. Also super friendly and made the experience fun

Lee was my artist and he was very great. The shop was very clean and neat. Lee himself took the extra step to make sure everything was clean. Overall a great experience and I left with a fresh clean tattoo!!

Foram did it again! Came out beautifully, the work they do here is always clean and professional. This is my 4th time here and always leave super happy.

There super awesome and considerate towards customers. They respond quickly when I message on insta too. The quality of the work is superb.

Awesome shop with cool artists. They were flexible with our schedule as we were on vacation with limited time. I came with a vague description and Thomas was patient, kind, fun, and figured out how to make the idea work in minutes. I’d definitely return, and recommend this shop to everyone.

Got a tattoo and it came out amazing. The workers are super chill and respectful. My dad also go a tattoo at this location and loved his experience. Definitely a great place to go for any tattoo or piercing.

I started going to Lee at bay ink tattoo years ago. I have not gone to another tattoo shop since then. The artistic ability there and the atmosphere is above everywhere else I’ve been. I recommend Lee and the others at bay ink tattoo to anyone looking for first time tattoos or piercings or 100th timers. Years later and I still get random compliments on the streets about the art I had done there.

Madison was super nice and had great communication when it came to creating my piece. She understood what I wanted and gave me an amazing tattoo!

Thomas was amazing. He was patient and gave me breaks when I needed it. He was easy to talk to and really listened to my ideas about what I wanted. All the other artists were super friendly and would walk around when they had a break to check out the other artists work. I will definitely be back!!

Had such a great experience at Bay Ink ☺️ John did an amazing job on me and my best friend!! Couldn’t have asked for a better WALK-IN experience, not to mention the friendly, welcoming front desk staff 💗

Friendly, inviting, clean, modern tattoo studio. Book with Madison her creativity and attention to detail is unmatched. She will give results far beyond your expectations. 100/10 recommend

Such a great shop with a cool atmosphere. Everyone is super chill and they give you candy!!!

I got a piece done by Madison and the whole process was seamless. Went in for a consult and then booked my appointment for 2 weeks after. The shop is so welcoming and my piece came out great! It’s exactly what I envisioned. :)

Really nice place to get a tattoo. The artist that did my piece was really cool and even took extra request mid-tattoo(thanks Tasmin!) Not too pricy and I was able to get in just 2 days after I had called. Would definitely go back to finish the sleeve im building. I highly recommend this place and I hope to work with them again. Thanks another guys, keep up the good work!

My girlfriend and I went in a got tattooed, it was my first tattoo and ofc I passed out but the artists at bay ink helped me out right when I woke giving me the proper care to help me get the tattoo done. If you are looking for a place to get a badass tattoo and get treated right, stop by bay ink! They got a five star in my book! Also big shout out to lee he’s the one who did our tattoos. Thank you!

Desiree was an amazing artist and the service of the shop was quick and professional! Thank you!

Great time, walked in and got it done! Plenty of artists and talent, youll love it!

Had @Madsweettattoos aka Madison and I love everything about the left arm sleeve she completed for me.. awesome customer service and great staff and ambiance… will come back without a doubt

Lee Belardo is the man! I was planning for only one tat…I was so impressed with his work, I ended up 4 more within the year! Every tat turns out even better than what I expected!

Lee anthony kills it every time!!!! he is the king of black and gray realism

I’ve gotten two tattoos from Madison and am in love with them both!

Got two tattoos from Lee Belardo. They came out even better than I could imagine. Can’t wait to go back again and get my next piece from him.

Welcoming atmosphere!The artists are friendly and they’re to answer all questions and opinions .Aways getting the best quality tattoos !

Best tattoo artist in all of San Diego

Awesome

Great vibe and beautiful shop.

Wonderful artists

Awesome place!

Fantastic experience lee is amazing

Ouch! Loved it tho

I got my tattoo done by Madison. She did a great job translating my whiteboard sketch into a proper design.

Schedule by email. Stated I would only be in town for the day. They said it was scheduled. Went. In. It was not scheduled. They didnt really seen to care.