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    Bare Bones Tattoo

    4.8 (72 reviews)
    Open 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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    Emanuel M.

    Made an appointment with DJ after seeing some recommendations of him online. One of the best experiences I've ever had in any small business! I believe the owner was there as well. Cool guy. Super chill environment! Planning on getting another real soon. Also love how they are willing to work with any idea you have. Money will spent. The worst is spending a large amount of money to something that didn't leave you satisfied. GIVE DJ A RASIE Once again recommend this location!

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    Josh A.

    Zane and his staff are simply the best. I have been coming here since it essentially opened due to the great talent and just the sheer brotherhood that goes on in this shop. They are open to all ideas and will tattoo whatever you like and will do so with style. Super impressive shop!

    If you love me like music, I will be your song
    Tonya M.

    Finding a good hairdresser, dentist & tattoo artist are essential. If you are in the need for any of these I got you - starting with tattoos- Zane owner of Bare Bones tattoo has a great shop in South Laguna. Right on PCH , it's bright, clean and all the artists are crazy good. Zane can do anything . Even my hippie music mermaid stuff . It isn't his main gig (he does sick work) but he will do what you want and he backs all his work. The pricing is fair and worth every penny. I just wanted to say thanks to Zane and his crew for always making a comfortable clean safe and I always work out a happy girl. check out my tatts from Bare Bones

    1st tattoo, Jake was AMAZING. Showed him a picture, he gave some suggestions and came back to get it done. The whole shop was very welcoming. I would definitely go back again!! Thanks Jake!!!

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    Rebecca G.

    Totally awesome experience. Fourth tattoo there! Love all the artists and couldn't reccomend this parlor more. Got get your tattoo, live full sail!

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    Countess D.

    Man! Zane has really cultivated such a nice and clean spot for his tattoo shop. I asked for him to help replicate an image from one of my favorite graphic novels/films, "Persepolis". He was super excited and encouraging to work on the piece which made me feel more confident about the whole process!! All and all, Zane is incredibly talented and for the nuances of the sizing, he worked fast and efficiently ! Definitely excited to get another piece done from in the near future :). He also has such a steady hand. Highly highly recommend. Thanks for the great experience!

    Izz T.

    Went here to get my first tattoo today and it was a wonderful choice! I came in with a picture of the design I wanted and they were able to do just what I wanted. The staff is super chill and friendly and makes sure to take care of you! Dave was my tattoo artist and he was so friendly and could tell I was nervous so he made sure to reassure me and helped me relax. If I get another in the future I will definitely be coming back. Thank you guys for an amazing first tattoo experience!!

    Anesha G.

    Walked in with my friends not planning on getting tattooed at all! Walked out with my new favorite piece! The energy in the shop was genuine, chill, and welcoming. Claudio drew my piece up quickly, and made sure to check in with me as he was tattooing. This shop definitely is a turning point in my tattoo journey. I can't wait to go back, Claudio has mad skill

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    Jacqueline R.

    I am in love with this shop!!!! I loved my first tattoo SO MUCH that I came back not even a week later for another one! Super clean shop, with a very friendly and easygoing atmosphere. Great pricing and an insanely talented artist. Zane did such an incredible job of calming my nerves and talked me through both of my tattoos the entire time. I highly recommend this shop, you will not regret coming here!

    Peer Pressure Space Monkey - Met Zane at noon, talked concept for 10 mins, design done by 3. Tattoo finished in less than 1.5 hours
    Samuel B.

    Laguna Beach has a few tattoo shops, but Bare Bones is the only traditional tattoo spot for miles. I really wanted a custom, traditional American piece-- and I didn't want to wait. The other shops in the area specialized in art styles I didn't want for the idea I had (some tried to convince me away from my own idea) Zane took my idea and ran with it. Designed it within a couple hours and finished the piece in less than 2 hours. It looks great! The shop is crisp and welcoming

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    Jocelyn S.

    I sent him a dm on his businesses Instagram account asking if he would be able to do a tattoo that I really liked. I never got a response, but he read it. That same day he BLOCKED me.

    Nicole P.

    I walked in for a tattoo and the artist Chris did an amazing job!! I brought in an idea and he was able to draw it up flawlessly! Not to mention he has a light hand and I didn't bleed like I expected to. I would definitely come back and I recommend this shop to anyone!

    Our ring tattoos. Thank you Jake Deej (DJ)

    My husband and I wanted ring tattoos. We heard good things about Bare Bones. We walked through the door and wow! Shop is beautiful and clean. All the artists were friendly and up front about we wanted. I felt so comfortable and at ease. Jake did my tattoo and I am happier than I ever could imagine. Dee J did my husband's and he is thrilled. What a wonderful experience all the way around. And they have an ATM right in the shop. Today was awesome!

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    I love this shop! Deej is such a great artist! Go to Deej for an awesome and clean tattoo!

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    Ask the Community - Bare Bones Tattoo

    How much are piercings?

    Unfortunately we are tattoo only, sorry

    Are there Friday the 13th deals?

    Yes, there will be multiple sheets of flash to choose from with $50 tattoos

    Hello, what is the shop minimum for tattoos?

    $100

    Is anyone able to do corrections?

    Yes, we do touch ups and cover ups

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    Review Highlights - Bare Bones Tattoo

    Zane the owner understood exactly what we wanted, and made us feel welcomed and comfortable.

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    I have never had a bad experience here -- not once in the two plus years I've been going here…read more Everyone is welcoming, friendly, and respectful. I see Brian specifically and I can't recommend him enough. I wish I would've been able to meet him sooner. He's covered up a few tattoos seamlessly and I've had a several more larger pieces done by him. They're absolutely beautiful, and something I am truly proud to wear for the rest of my life. I brought a friend to Brian to get her first tattoo and he walked her through everything with patience and respect, making her feel comfortable the whole time. A lot of times when I am out and about, people ask me where I got my tattoos done at and compliment the work he has done. Brian's level of talent is exceptful and reflects through his work. Each piece clearly shows the amount of hardwork, thought, and diligence put behind it. If you're looking for a tattoo shop that is welcoming, passionate about their work, and respectful, look no further and come on in. Below are a few pictures of the tattoos Brian has done for me.

    I've been coming here for 3 years. I recommend this shop and any artist in the shop…read more Brian has been my main squeeze, he has done my entire back, my entire leg, and spent time refreshing some of my older and unfinished tattoos. Between my leg and my back, I have racked up somewhere around 40-50 sessions with Brian over the 2.5-3 years that we've been doing business together. In that time, I had to reschedule with him once, and he gave me a few weeks notice. Life happens, its no big deal. Matter of fact, I drove all the way in one weekend from Murrieta, turns out I mixed up my dates and I didn't have an appointment that day. I ended up hanging out with the homies at the shop and Brian found a few hours to put some work in on my leg anyways. The shop maintains a relaxed and comforting atmosphere from the moment you walk in, until the time you leave. Everyone at the shop are good, honest people, who are not afraid to give honest feedback to ensure you get the highest quality and best looking tattoo. Give them a call, I promise you wont be disappointed.

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