great shop, great people" with skilled artists and talented like BJ who make the experience comfortable. fun and relaxing environment! with a welcoming atmosphere. read more

I highly recommend going here for a tattoo. Incredible artists, great atmosphere, and the experience has been amazing every time. I get my tattoos done by BG, and his work is phenomenal every time. This is the only place I go to for my ink and have nothing but great things to say about it. read more

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I've been coming to get tatted by BG since 2021? Been coming back every other years either for a touch up, cover up or a new tattoo. I've gotten tatted by others before but he makes it less painless and everybody there is super friendly! read more

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Decided last minute I wanted to get a tattoo and a friend recommended this spot to me. I called in and they told me to come right in and they'd get it done. So I did just that. Ramon is a rockstar. I told him what I wanted and he came out and killed it. And in record time. I loved his vibe and his demeanor. Talented artist. It was exactly what I wanted and expected. Will be coming back with my sisters to get our sister tattoos soon. read more

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Such a cool experience. Recently got matching tattoos with my sisters here. I was pleasantly surprised at how smooth it went. We did some paperwork, saw design sizing, and set placement. The actual tattoo process was chill and efficient. I was lucky enough to be inked my Ramon. Got two minimal tattoos for $100. Definitely, will be telling more folks about this place. read more

Emperial Ink - Tattoo Near Me - San Bruno, California

Awesome quality the best in the business! Did not have to explain to much drew up exactly what I wanted and exceeded expectations

Started coming here early last year and the work is great! BG is the guy! He doesn't have heavy hands and the work is nice with fair prices. He's done some nice cover up work for me and this is now my go to spot for tats. I highly recommend! read more

BG was great, everyone was super chill. i did call pretty last minute but they were able to get me in asap ! highly recommend this place

I called Ramon to schedule an appointment, and he said to come in. He recommended Jose to me. I explained to Jose that I had a small tattoo done somewhere in Burlingame, but I thought it was too plain and expensive for such a tiny tattoo. I shared my idea of adding small, intricate details to it. I was pleasantly surprised by the great job he did at a reasonable price and his patience with me. I am happy with the result and thankful for fixing the look of my small tattoo. I definitely recommend this place to anyone who wants a big or small tattoo done by the best artists. read more

Had a great experience recently here at Imperial Ink. My artist James was awesome. Worked with me to get the tattoo I wanted. Great experience. Chill vibe. read more

I've gone here a few times in the last 2 years. Owner (Ramon I believe ) & the rest of the staff is super laid back. It never feels hostile here unlike other spots where I have gone over the years. Where you could clearly see egos & all they seem to be interested is your $$$. The gentlemen here are all really talented, They will never turn down a challenge. It's definitely a place to check out if you are think In Getting some ink. read more

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Jose and Ramon were so nice! They fit my sister and I in kind of last minute and Jose did great work!!! Thanks so much guys we are obsesssed. read more

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Ramon Reyes the wizard of ink. Ramon has been my tattoo artist for the past 7 years, and really there isn't enough room to write an overall review that would truly convey how talented and amazing of an artist he really is. I met Ramon at Triple R when he was Troy's apprentice, I continued to follow Ramon when he moved on to another shop and now he has his own place, back where he started at the former Triple R. Ramon has always been humble, super engaging, standup dude, who just happens to express such incredible detail with every tattoo. Look no further then Emperial Ink in Millbrae if you have the itch for some new ink. This is a standup shop with standup artists who are ready to put down some legit pieces of artwork on your canvas. read more

I went here on a Wednesday and was greeted by super friendly people and they welcomed me with open arms and were professional about it as well. I did a whole stomach piece and finger tat within an hour. For a really good price. All artists here are really good with their work so it don't matter witch artist you get your always gonna get a good tattoo. read more

Emperial Ink - Bolth the k and the wings and crown done in about an hour - Tattoo Near Me - San Bruno, California

Hands down Ramon is the best tattoo artist in the Bay Area! I've schedule two appointments for my husband with him and let me tell you that both times we were beyond impressed with his work. Definitely recommend stopping by and getting a quote from him for your next tattoo piece. He has unbeatable price and his work is amazing! read more

Called In A Few Weeks ago to see if they had any Room for walk INS they did, So i Went In And Got An Old Piece Fixed,Got Another Little One As A Bonus Staff Is Super Laid, Friendly&Courteous, I Would Definitely recommend this spot if you're in the area. read more

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Me and my friend came in for small matching butterfly tattoos for Friday the 13th. They gave us an outstanding deal of $31 dollars each and they came out beautifully. They also let my dog come in and chill with us. Wonderful service and work and I'll definitely be back! read more

Emperial Ink - Tattoo Near Me - San Bruno, California

Beyond amazing! Ramon and Jose are incredibly talented! Called to see if we could get two tattoos done on a Friday night and they were able to get us in! Jose tattooed my left forearm with the words Love | All Else and Ramon tattooed a light saber on my friends hand! They were professional and super chill. Explained everything to us from beginning to end and made us feel comfortable! We will definitely be coming back for more! read more

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This place is cool, great environment great customer service. I Would recommend. It was a walk in experience and they deliver with no hesitation. Specially this guy, cool dude.. This post has been overdue I forgot his name. Thank you! Very happy with my piece. read more

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Love these guys! Highly recommended everyone to come on in and get tatted you will leave ecstatic with your new fresh tattoo!! read more

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I went to Emperial Ink three times to get two tattoos. The pictures below are of my recent tattoo. The tattoo artists at Emperial Ink are beyond great! Everyone there is friendly, courteous, and welcoming. They do fantastic work!!!! I am beyond pleased and happy with my tattoos. The most recent tattoo I got was for my mom. She recently passed away...this is to honor her memory. I am so grateful for Jose (the tattoo artist that did my tattoo) came up with the design and placement of the tattoo. All of the artists know what they are doing and I have always had complete confidence in their opinions on what the tattoos look like and the placement of them. If anyone is looking to get a tattoo, I highly recommend Emperial Ink!! Great people and great work!! Thanks Jose!!! read more

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I had been wanting this tattoo for about two years and finally pulled the trigger. I walked in not really knowing what to expect. I was greeted by a friendly man who was already working on someone else. Ramon walked up and was so friendly, asked about what I wanted and truly drew out something better than I had even imagined. He was quick, very nice, and did such a great job from the placement to the delicate, light writing that I was envisioning. I highly recommend this shop, thanks again Ramon! read more

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Great art work, I love my new tattoo! Shop is clean and all the guys were professional with good customer service. Definitely going back! read more

Emperial Ink - Tattoo Near Me - San Bruno, California

After several consults for a little fixing on my existing tattoo, it was so nice to find a place where the artists were actually nice and open, to helping the customer. No egos at this place whatsoever. Very creative ideas and beautiful work. I'm so very happy to have had help in getting my tattoo how I wanted it! Easy to pass this place by on El Camino but it's the best place ever, nice clean studio and great artists, go with them. read more

best service ever walk in and got my tattoo love it i really recommend and look forward to go back to get my another tattoo and of course taking my family to get tattoos their read more

If I could give these guys 10 stars I would! Always proffessional. Friendly and welcoming atmosphere and all talented artists. My husband and I will not go anywhere else and neither should you! You're only playing yourself if you don't check them out read more

I feel like if your gonna over charge at least be professional. I had a scheduled appointment but the guy wasn't ready he didn't even have my tattoo drawing done or the area sanitize he was barely getting he's self together. Oh and if you do decide to go take cash because some how he charged me 18 dollars of taxes like wtf I never been charged taxes when I get tatted. read more

BG and Ramon are fantastic. They are very professional, and they are experts at what they do. They even helped my brother and me fine tune out designs. Ramon continuously ensured I was okay, and BG did the same for my brother. Importantly, both of our tattoos came out perfectly and looked super clean from the moment they finished. I can't stop looking at mine! They are also very personable, and the place is impeccable too. And, the music playlist was on point! Overall, we felt very comfortable there. I honestly want to get another tattoo really soon just to go there again! Definitely will return for my next one. read more

I came in with a tattoo from another shop I was not happy with. Ramon helped me upon walking in. He took something that I was very unhappy with and created a masterpiece I am happy and proud to wear everyday. I'm extremely grateful I found this place. Excellent customer service, astounding work and very clean shop. 10/10 would recommend and upon leaving, setup another appointment with him. read more

I got a forearm piece done by Ramon at Emperial and couldn't have gotten anything better, He sketched out my piece perfectly how I wanted it and did a perfect and clean job. I highly recommend this place! read more

Clean, friendly, atmosphere is welcoming for sure! owner is a good dude! Tattoos always coming out great!! Go check it out and get your ink done here! read more