Newport Tattoo

4.5 (100 reviews)

ModerateTattoo, Piercing

Add Review

Call

Directions

Website

Services - Newport Tattoo

Piercing

Tattooing

Newport Tattoo Photos

Newport Tattoo - They need a pic! - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - Done by Bruce chung - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

+88

Newport Tattoo - Done by Kevin childs - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

You might also consider

Recommended Reviews - Newport Tattoo

Your trust is our priority, so businesses can't pay to alter or remove their reviews. Learn more about reviews.

Start your review...

Browse more easily on the app

Reviews With Photos

Madi T.

I have gone to this shop 5+ times and will continue coming back. Jess is amazing and always makes sure to work with you on what you want and has great pricing. Her line work is beautiful and her flash designs are so stinkin cute. She makes you feel super comfortable while you're there and has gotten me in on the dates/times I want every single time. Chad and Christina are also great and I have had friends who are very happy with their work by him. I highly recommend coming here for your next tattoo or piercing!

Spencer M.

Chad was awesome. I brought him quite the challenge with double solid black bands with some symbols and he did great. It was my first tattoo and he was great about letting me know what to expect as far as pain and process. He was quick and precise and willing to try different methods of setup to make sure the lines came out clean. He also listened to my input for sizing and placement and was very patient with what I wanted. I am overall so happy with the result!

Gabi G.

Chelsea did a phenomenal job on this tattoo. it's from her flash and i absolutely was stoked to get this lucky rabbit foot. the vibe at this shop felt so safe, comfortable and so fun! all the artists have a such a great relationship and communication i felt very taken care of! definitely recommend and chelsea is such a great collaborator and you leave the shop absolutely in love with your new piece.

Steven S.

Love this shop. Followed my girl Megan over from another shop. Shop is super clean, filled with amazing artists and piercers. Megan has tattooed me over 5 times and I will definitely keep going back to her

The shop is nice. Better value IMO than Gold rush further down the plaza. I got friday the 13th tattoos and there was a big selection so I was glad I went after work!!

New cartilage dainty little piercing to finish ear design

Absolutely amazing customer service, accuracy and very clean! Haven't gotten a new piercing in over 10yrs and recently felt the urge to get a new one to balance out my ear piercing design. Jenna was the exact person I needed to help. She talked through options with me, showed my potential jewelry options that went with the cartilage piercing we selected, and handled every step with care. She walks you through the process, is super clean, handles everything with care, has you focus on your breathing and the actual piercing was pain free. I'm absolutely obsessed with the placement! She did an amazing job and I couldn't be happier. Thank you Jenna!

If I could give zero stars I would. My husband and I recently just lost our 3 year old daughter in a terrible accident. We went to Chad at newport tattoo for a memorial tat of our daughter. This is the "quality" work he does. After asking for a refund because clearly , he fucked up and there's no way to deny it. He demands 500 dollars from us and I said imagine this was your daughter (who is only 2 months older than our daughter was), and someone did this. He replied with a laugh "I know, imagine...imagine " laughing at us saying we know nothing about tattoos when I am covered in them and used to model Ink. And proceeded to laugh at us out of the shop while I am in tears. My husband sought the advice of 4 other artists who all agreed and referred to it resembling "dog shit". He has no respect and isn't qualified to do portraits. I will be reaching out to the shop owner Kareem. But this is what 1000 dollars gets you people. And permanently scarring and traumatizing a greiving family. Do not go here!!!!

A dedication to my mother who passed on 01/28/22.

Lindsey S.

Chad was our tattoo artist and couldn't be happier with this guy. He is very personable and is so experienced. Thank you Chad for your artistic talent.

Scott H.

So now that it has healed fully its even worse then i thought. I think the artists name was chad. He talked the big talk on how the last guy who did part of my sleeve and how he would do way better. It was $250 for this little piece. And its terrible.

Dana L.

So, this is the only tattoo shop I've ever gone into or worked with so I don't have a lot to compare it to.. But I had a great experience here at Newport Tattoo. I dropped by for a walk in on a Sunday afternoon and the shop was pretty slow so we were in and out within maybe 30 minutes (most of this time was me having them reposition or redraw the design due to my indecisiveness). I just got a small cross tattoo on my wrist, so nothing too intricate or anything. Jake is the one who did my tattoo and I love the way it looks! It was my first tattoo and I really appreciated how he took the time to explain everything to me and let me watch him set up and whatnot. He had a very calming presence and I didn't feel nervous at all once I was in the chair. Also, he was super patient with me having him redraw/resize/reposition until I felt like it was all right. I can't say a lot for pricing as it was such a simple tattoo that they charged me the minimum of $80. I don't really know how this compares, so not too much to say about that. I would definitely go back in the future & would recommend them if you're looking for someone to do your next tattoo.

Sam C.

Went as a walk in one day but Jess didn't want to half a*s my idea so she drew me up one and scheduled me right away! I went for my sternum piece first and came back for three more in just a few months time. Really friendly people and super chill! Not to mention great artists :) Definitely will be booking more soon

See all

Melinda L.

22

12

5

7 months ago

I came all the way from Texas to California and stopped by on a whim to see if I can cover a scar on my shoulder. Justin was kind enough to take me in without an appointment. He was welcoming, professional, and incredibly talented. The tattoo turned out even better than I imagined! Can't even tell there is a bad scar behind it. He really cares about his work and his clients. Highly recommend Justin if you want an artist who goes above and beyond. read more

Newport Tattoo - Moth Tat - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Elizabeth S.

3

24

18

3 years ago

Came here to get my boyfriend's ears pierced for his birthday. After seeing their cute jewelry selection, I ended up getting my second lobe re-pierced. Jenna was able to squeeze me in and was extremely knowledgeable during the consultation. Since I had so much scar tissue from the original piercing, she recommended getting a different part of the lobe pierced to avoid serious keloids. Loved the jewelry and the service! read more

Newport Tattoo - Second lobe piercing - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Helpful 2

Thanks 1

Love this 1

Oh no 0

Rahne W.

1

6

3

3 years ago

Got a gorgeous sternum/stomach tattoo from Chelsea! The shop environment was incredible and supportive, very friendly! Definitely a studio and Artist I want to return to! 10/10 would recommend to go check this place out! read more

Newport Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Madi T.

0

15

7

5 years ago

I have gone to this shop 5+ times and will continue coming back. Jess is amazing and always makes sure to work with you on what you want and has great pricing. Her line work is beautiful and her flash designs are so stinkin cute. She makes you feel super comfortable while you're there and has gotten me in on the dates/times I want every single time. Chad and Christina are also great and I have had friends who are very happy with their work by him. I highly recommend coming here for your next tattoo or piercing! read more

See all

Helpful 2

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Spencer M.

0

1

3

5 years ago

Chad was awesome. I brought him quite the challenge with double solid black bands with some symbols and he did great. It was my first tattoo and he was great about letting me know what to expect as far as pain and process. He was quick and precise and willing to try different methods of setup to make sure the lines came out clean. He also listened to my input for sizing and placement and was very patient with what I wanted. I am overall so happy with the result! read more

Newport Tattoo - Symbols - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - Bands - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Gabi G.

107

5

7

3 years ago

Chelsea did a phenomenal job on this tattoo. it's from her flash and i absolutely was stoked to get this lucky rabbit foot. the vibe at this shop felt so safe, comfortable and so fun! all the artists have a such a great relationship and communication i felt very taken care of! definitely recommend and chelsea is such a great collaborator and you leave the shop absolutely in love with your new piece. read more

Newport Tattoo - finished piece! - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - stencil - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - started the shading process - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 1

Oh no 0

Kelly S.

1

27

19

3 years ago

Unfortunately they weren't able to provide the service I came in for at the time (septum piercing) but they were all super kind and pointed me in the direction of a place that could and spoke highly of the other studio (Barbella). We will likely be returning for some ink work and potentially other piercings, but the entire staff was welcoming, didn't feel like I was a nuisance walking in for something and will definitely be back! If you're looking for service with a smile definitely stop in here, even if they can't help you out they can guide you! read more

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 1

Oh no 0

Chantalle J.

294

137

704

4 years ago

Terrible customer service doesn't deserve a good review. When inquiring for information, it's poor form to speak in a condescending manner, attempting to embarrass me so other customers can hear. Learn basic manners and customer service etiquette 101 to the Caucasian female who abruptly spoke to us on Thursday afternoon. We attempted to be kind throughout the conversation yet we kept receiving disrespect. read more

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 2

Oh no 0

Steven S.

0

2

7

4 years ago

Love this shop. Followed my girl Megan over from another shop. Shop is super clean, filled with amazing artists and piercers. Megan has tattooed me over 5 times and I will definitely keep going back to her read more

Newport Tattoo - Tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Erin B.

0

7

3

2 years ago

The shop is nice. Better value IMO than Gold rush further down the plaza. I got friday the 13th tattoos and there was a big selection so I was glad I went after work!! read more

Newport Tattoo - my sick ink - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Sean H.

173

14

1

3 years ago

A friend surprised me with an ear piercing appointment here for my birthday. I've never had any piercings before so I was slightly nervous going into it. Jenna was my piercer and her expertise quickly put my fears to rest. She reassured me throughout the entire process and made it way less stressful. I was in and out in roughly 30 minutes! I'll definitely have to come back for my next piercing. read more

Helpful 2

Thanks 1

Love this 1

Oh no 0

Mandy L.

1

7

0

3 years ago

Such a fantastic experience especially from Nick ( oh gosh hope that's his name)Great people and soo kind. Mandy ( blessed by God tattoo is beautiful and means so much joy read more

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 1

Oh no 0

Jordin E.

0

6

1

3 years ago

Absolutely amazing customer service, accuracy and very clean! Haven't gotten a new piercing in over 10yrs and recently felt the urge to get a new one to balance out my ear piercing design. Jenna was the exact person I needed to help. She talked through options with me, showed my potential jewelry options that went with the cartilage piercing we selected, and handled every step with care. She walks you through the process, is super clean, handles everything with care, has you focus on your breathing and the actual piercing was pain free. I'm absolutely obsessed with the placement! She did an amazing job and I couldn't be happier. Thank you Jenna! read more

Newport Tattoo - New cartilage dainty little piercing to finish ear design - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 1

Oh no 0

Charlene M.

0

5

9

4 years ago

If I could give zero stars I would. My husband and I recently just lost our 3 year old daughter in a terrible accident. We went to Chad at newport tattoo for a memorial tat of our daughter. This is the "quality" work he does. After asking for a refund because clearly , he fucked up and there's no way to deny it. He demands 500 dollars from us and I said imagine this was your daughter (who is only 2 months older than our daughter was), and someone did this. He replied with a laugh "I know, imagine...imagine " laughing at us saying we know nothing about tattoos when I am covered in them and used to model Ink. And proceeded to laugh at us out of the shop while I am in tears. My husband sought the advice of 4 other artists who all agreed and referred to it resembling "dog shit". He has no respect and isn't qualified to do portraits. I will be reaching out to the shop owner Kareem. But this is what 1000 dollars gets you people. And permanently scarring and traumatizing a greiving family. Do not go here!!!! read more

Newport Tattoo - Stencil looked great - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - Wtf is this ? - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - Side by side. he fucked up!!! - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Lindsey S.

50

30

13

4 years ago

Chad was our tattoo artist and couldn't be happier with this guy. He is very personable and is so experienced. Thank you Chad for your artistic talent. read more

Newport Tattoo - A dedication to my mother who passed on 01/28/22. - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - My sister's dedication to our mom. - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Scott H.

0

11

13

6 years ago

So now that it has healed fully its even worse then i thought. I think the artists name was chad. He talked the big talk on how the last guy who did part of my sleeve and how he would do way better. It was $250 for this little piece. And its terrible. read more

Newport Tattoo - Came over the line. - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - Butchered - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - The design went from a thick line to a thin one. - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 4

Thanks 0

Love this 1

Oh no 1

Tami L.

0

8

0

2 years ago

Highly recommend this tattoo parlor. My daughter turned 18 and wanted her first tattoo. Ruben was awesome! He was so sweet and made her laugh. Thank you Newport Tattoo for a fantastic experience read more

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Steven G.

Elite 21

61

162

41

6 years ago

Do not go here my 18 year old Daughter and her friend were treated horribly. She got her second tattoo here. It was a simple Love tattoo on her finger. They told them to come back for a touch up if any of the letters faded. The girls returned for their guaranteed touch up and were given attitude by the receptionist and the artist. They forced her to pay for the touch up. I would recommend that you stay far away from this place. read more

Helpful 4

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Dana L.

Elite 22

525

152

107

7 years ago

So, this is the only tattoo shop I've ever gone into or worked with so I don't have a lot to compare it to.. But I had a great experience here at Newport Tattoo. I dropped by for a walk in on a Sunday afternoon and the shop was pretty slow so we were in and out within maybe 30 minutes (most of this time was me having them reposition or redraw the design due to my indecisiveness). I just got a small cross tattoo on my wrist, so nothing too intricate or anything. Jake is the one who did my tattoo and I love the way it looks! It was my first tattoo and I really appreciated how he took the time to explain everything to me and let me watch him set up and whatnot. He had a very calming presence and I didn't feel nervous at all once I was in the chair. Also, he was super patient with me having him redraw/resize/reposition until I felt like it was all right. I can't say a lot for pricing as it was such a simple tattoo that they charged me the minimum of $80. I don't really know how this compares, so not too much to say about that. I would definitely go back in the future & would recommend them if you're looking for someone to do your next tattoo. read more

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Sam C.

0

11

6

5 years ago

Went as a walk in one day but Jess didn't want to half a*s my idea so she drew me up one and scheduled me right away! I went for my sternum piece first and came back for three more in just a few months time. Really friendly people and super chill! Not to mention great artists :) Definitely will be booking more soon read more

Newport Tattoo - sternum tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - black/red moth tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - black/red mushroom tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - spider web ear tattoo - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Heather A.

0

4

2

4 years ago

Megan is amazing! She did a cute little color mushroom house for me on Friday the 13th. Loved it and her color work so much I went back and got more work done. She is friendly, easy to talk to and does amazing work. Other tattoo artists in the shop also made me feel welcome. Check out Megan's work on Instagram @tattoosbymegs . read more

See all

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Joe M.

0

5

2

3 years ago

I came in for a walk in tattoo and I am very happy with my decision on this shop. My tattoo artist was John and he did an amazing job. At first I was nervous because I've never gotten a tattoo before and he did an amazing job couldn't have asked for a more skilled and cool artist. I will definitely go back and get another tattoo from him. 10/10 read more

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Jane D.

102

87

21

4 years ago

Jess hooked my Friday 13 tattoo up.. her version turned out way better than the one they had displayed. I think that's her name, she has glasses and draws cute little demon fruits :D read more

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Kaya D.

0

7

1

5 years ago

I went in for an appointment at 5pm for a tattoo from Judy and ended up sitting for two hours because her client before me wanted to add on more tattoos. Instead of telling the client to come back later or calling me to let me know she'd be late starting on me, she had me waiting. Finally 7 comes around and she begins outlining my design and starting my tattoo. The entire time it seemed like she rushed through it. I didn't want white originally in my tattoo but she showed me how it'd look with it and it looked nice, so I caved. Finally she finishes the tattoo and for a 3-4 inch tattoo that should've costed $250 at most ended up being $300. I gave her a tip for her time, but looking back, I had already given her a $50 deposit. Now, the white in the tattoo looks grey and black and some spots are shaded more than others. I paid almost $400 for this tattoo. For that price I could've gotten more done. Judy overcharges and does not follow by appointments. I regret coming to her for my tattoo and advise you to choose a different artist if you decide to go to Newport Tattoo. read more

Helpful 2

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Raquel P.

75

20

2

4 years ago

Still getting ear piercings with a gun?! Needle piercings are so much better! Go see my girl, Jes Hurteau, at the Costa Mesa location of Newport Tattoo! She makes cartridge piercings so quick and easy. I've gone to her for all of my piercings and have been thrilled each time! read more

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Armando F.

36

29

8

6 years ago

Got some work done here by Mr. Samurai & he did a amazing job! Very professional and clean friendly environment. Very affordable and just great spot... read more

Newport Tattoo - Great job samurai - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Leslie C.

21

20

0

4 years ago

Chad was awesome... I'm in love with my tattoo as it was a memorial to my mother as she passed a week ago. He did excellent and artistic work on my arm and kept me entertained with interesting conversations. He also did a matching tattoo on my sister which also is perfectly beautiful. I recommend Newport Tattoo and be sure to ask for chad. You won't regret it! read more

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Jennifer Z.

105

18

3

7 years ago

WOW!! I could not be more impressed with my experience here. I really have to give the biggest shout out to my artist Brian!! If you are coming here I strongly suggest you choose him. He is so talented it's ridiculous. He really takes the time to make sure that every detail is perfect and that everything is symmetrical and balanced. He perfectly encapsulated everything I could have wanted out of these tattoos and I genuinely could not be happier with the way that they turned out. Im completely obsessed and I'm definitely going to be coming back! Thank you Brian!! read more

Newport Tattoo - Artist: Brian - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

kelly o.

7

5

3

4 years ago

Jess was awesome and made us feel comfortable right away. I love the tattoo of my late father's signature. She did a exactly what I asked and couldn't be happier! read more

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Lo Z.

Elite 26

20

297

395

9 years ago

This is the spot! I've been to both the Newport and Costa Mesa locations and all artist are great. I've gotten one side piece/cover up by Kareem and started another side piece by Hajnalka. No complaints here....I am completely satisfied and happy with their work. All staff are friendly, funny and welcoming. I don't think I'd go to any other shop. Keep up the great job everyone. read more

Newport Tattoo - One of five - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - Two of five (three to go) - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Pooja L.

4

52

34

4 years ago

Got pierced by Nadine yesterday. Loved her personality!! I came in not completely sure of what I wanted or if I was even going to get a piercing but as soon as I talked to her I was convinced. I got a small helix in my left ear. Process was fast and relatively painless. I love how quickly she did the piercing because I hate needles. read more

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Victoria S.

4

1

4 years ago

I had my piece done by Jess and she was amazing! The artwork was amazing better than I ever could of imagined. She worked fast and was alone the whole time managing the entire shop and my session like a pro!! She was so personable and professional I'm so so happy! read more

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Rachel B.

218

22

4

4 years ago

Honestly I absolutely love this place my two top favorite artists are Jessica and chad!! The others not so much....The others lacked respect and cared about there own time and not there customers. However!!! I got an amazing touch up on a tattoo I already had that needed work done on it and Jessica was up for the challenge she took her time was super respectful made sure I was comfortable and that I was okay with everything she was doing. She honestly takes professionalism to the max and I felt welcomed and secure about what was being permanently tattooed on me. Honestly 10/10 with Jessica! and her line work is amazing! Definitely going back soon! read more

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Stacy B.

71

5

2

7 years ago

Awesome shop! I was looking for something intricate like a flower bouquet on my forearm. Brian and the rest of the staff listened to what I was saying and we came up with something absolutely beautiful and in my price range. I had originally gone to gold Rush tattoo and they we're very old school and wanted to use thick lines and old looking flower shapes and just didn't really seem interested in what I was saying. so I left and went to Newport tattoo to see Brian and I am so glad I did!!!! Super happy! read more

Newport Tattoo - SO happy with my experience at NEWPORT TATTOO in Costa Mesa!! Perfect place for detailed, intricate ink. Very Reasonable! it! ThxJake!! - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Helpful 1

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Breann K.

0

4

2

6 years ago

The BEST experience I have every had. Mikey is insanely talented and made my session extremely comfortable! He put on my favorite show was super professional and extremely nice the entire time. His work is absolutely amazing I would HIGHLY recommend. I can't wait for my next session. read more

See all

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Arianna T.

492

17

11

6 years ago

Ryan Rosanelli did an amazing job on my tattoo!! I'm definitely going to him for my next one! So nice and calm throughout my whole experience! Clean work and lines, amazing with color and black and white!check out his work! IG: @ryanrosanelli 10/10 would recommend him for your next tattoo! read more

See all

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Jessie V.

1

10

5

12 years ago

As soon as you walk in, you are greeted by the most welcoming set of guys. They are friendly, hospitable and make you feel very comfortable. The shop is clean and you can tell that they are very good with the upkeep of the cleanliness. Tattoo pricing varies according to the size of the piece or the amount of time it takes to finish it. It's 150$ and hour or the artist will just charge you by the piece itself. Bruce Chung has done 3/5 of my tattoos and I can say that I never leave the shop unsatisfied. He is detail oriented and will not let you walk out with anything less than spectacular work. He has a great sense of humor and is a lot of fun to talk to as well. My over all experience at this tattoo shop is just wonderful. I never thought I could feel so at home at a tattoo parlor. I recommended Newport Tattoo to anyone that is interested in getting a tattoo. You guys will not be disappointed! read more

Newport Tattoo - Pearl_diver done by Bruce Chung - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

Newport Tattoo - Lotuses done by Bruce Chung - Tattoo Near Me - Costa Mesa, California

See all

Helpful 2

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Jake L.

0

5

0

5 years ago

Christian has done 3 sick tattoos for me so far! Love all the staff and the shop! Everyone does great work.

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Delanie M.

2

7

3

7 years ago

I absolutely love this place and want to give a shout out to my favorite artist, Brian. He has done 4 tattoos for me and I would never go to anyone else. He is amazing at what he does and makes the experience awesome with his kindness and humor. He has become a great friend in the time we've spent together. The tattoos he's done for me are extremely meaningful for me and meticulously well done. I am so grateful. He never cuts corners and gives each project the care and attention it deserves. Thanks, Brian!!! The picture I've attached here was taken immediately after completion. I am so impressed and happy with the result! read more

See all

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Heather R.

1

2

7 years ago

Brian was AMAZING. His attention to detail was great and couldn't have asked for a better artist. He truly cares about his work and went above and beyond what we expected. Very reasonably priced and clean shop. Highly recommend. read more

See all

Helpful 0

Thanks 0

Love this 0

Oh no 0

Page 1 of 3

See more reviews

More info about Newport Tattoo

1765 Newport Blvd
Costa Mesa, CA 92627
Directions
(949) 515-1600
Call Now
Visit Website
https://newporttattoo.com

Hours

What time does Newport Tattoo open?

Newport Tattoo opens at 12:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Newport Tattoo close?

Newport Tattoo closes at 9:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Newport Tattoo take credit cards?

Yes, Newport Tattoo takes credit cards.

Services

Is Newport Tattoo by appointment only?

No, Newport Tattoo is not by appointment only.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Newport Tattoo have bike parking?

Yes, Newport Tattoo has bike parking.

Does Newport Tattoo have parking?

Yes, Newport Tattoo has parking options.

Other Amenities

Does Newport Tattoo have free WiFi?

Yes, Newport Tattoo has free WiFi.

From the Business

Specialties

Let's face it: In this day and age, tattoo shops are a dime a dozen. You shouldn't have to worry about whether you are entrusting your permanent ink to an unworthy tattoo studio. You want a clean shop with friendly tattoo artists, piercers, and a professional atmosphere! Newport Tattoo is the place for you! Our clean shop is beautifully situated on your way to the beach alongside Newport Blvd. Each of our talented artists will make you feel comfortable and at ease while maintaining thorough cleanliness and care with your tattoos and piercings. Newport Tattoo is proud to have built a successful business with a solid reputation in Orange County for nearly 25 years. We have set ourselves apart with the highest level of professionalism and excellence.

History

Established in 1989.

Newport Tattoo was established in 1989, making Newport Tattoo one of the oldest shops in Orange County. A trusted name in tattooing for almost thirty years. Award winning artists, and the highest level of art and tattoo work in the business. Unlike many shops, we insist on making everyone feel comfortable and welcome.

Meet the Business Owner: Kareem M.

Born in Southern California, Kareem Masarani has traveled and lived in many parts of the world. Art and creativity has always been his motivation in life. Kareem began tattooing professionally at the age of twenty two. In 1996, on a whim he quit his job and drove to Alaska in his 1986 Volkswagen bus in pursuit of adventure. Arriving with no money and a hungry stomach, he began living in the alaskan wilderness outside of an old fishing town. Kareem found work in a cannery, only one problem, the cannery did not open for another week. Having to to eat, he used the little bit of change he had left to buy fishing line and hooks. After working for two weeks in the cannery, Kareem was offered a job in a local biker tattoo shop. Newly opened as the first local tattoo shop, it was time to make use of his apprenticeship.

You might also consider

Gold Rush Studio

4.8(526 reviews)

0.7 mi

•$$

Incredibly kind people there. This was my 1st tattoo so I was a little nervous but I received…read morenothing but patience, kindness, help & reassurance. This is important to me, since this was out of my comfort zone & I'm an anxious person. The artist, St. Mary, was wonderful. Very kind, friendly, funny & helpful when it came to informing me on aftercare. Her design & work on the tattoo was great! I really love how it came out. I very much recommend this place. Thank you to all!

Made a request through Yelp for a first tattoo on an 18 year old who preferred a female artist. I…read morehad Gold Rush on my list and their response was quick and actually addressed my requests. We went in that night and met with Valerie to discuss what she wanted with inspiration pics as a start. Valerie brought back a great design and after a few tweaks, she hit it out of the park! I was impressed with the tattooing area - very clean and fairly quiet (Except for the machines, of course).

Photos

Koi & blossoms by Colin Dowling

Back pieces by Francesco Ferrara

See all

Tiger by Colin Dowling

Outer Limits Tattoo & Body Piercing

4.5(900 reviews)

3.5 mi

•$$

A close friend of mine and I came here in January. Getting piercings together was our third stop…read moreduring our girls day in the OC. Unfortunately, parking at The Camp isn't all that great. I have yet to find a spot by myself so I just bit the bullet for paying for valet. We came in an hour before closing and were greeted by Samara - who did a wonderful job getting us set up for our spontaneous piercings! We were then directed to Lucas. He did my friend's tragus piercing and my dual lobe piercings. I haven't been pierced since I was a baby, but Lucas made the whole experience real easy. Overall, he's a super chill guy that makes an effort to strike up a conversation and make you feel comfortable about the whole process. Other than the fleeting hot sensation from the initial pinch, the process was pretty painless. Bonus: we got some sick stickers featuring his bull dog Everyone we met at the shop was friendly, knowledgable, and professional. Their website is also a fantastic resource in case you don't ask all of your questions about healing in-person. My friend and I truly felt like we were in great hands so kudos to everyone for setting such an easygoing vibe. I've been back a few times since January for a quick monthly check and to get my piercings downsized recently. As expected, I was met with top-tier customer service, true to the shop's personal brand. I feel confident coming back for future piercings. Lastly, if you're downsizing - I highly recommend making an appointment. I was in and out (no more than 15 minutes), but I was surrounded by 4+ walk ins. It's really easy to do so over their website vs. calling.

Gregg is the only piercer I will ever keep coming back to. I've had a few piercings done with him…read moreand the amount of care and honesty he gives me every time makes me trust him more than I already do. He also gives cat stickers every time (love cat enthusiasts) and he makes you feel so safe and comfortable no matter what you're looking to get done. Couldn't recommend more! Recently got my nose ring in after he advised me to keep my stud in for a long time. He's also done my conch and inner helix. All fabulous experiences and I will keep coming back!

Photos

BVLA jewelry in stock

See all

Welcome to our newly remodeled jewelry area, showcasing only the best quality jewelry available!

Red Buddha Tattoo

4.8(265 reviews)

1.5 mi

•$$

Amazing Experience! Amazing people! They are very welcoming and do great work! Very inviting…read moreenvironment!

David did amazing, detailed work on my lotus. I absolutely love it. He was prepared when I got…read morethere, after asking some questions on the phone, and that was appreciated.

Photos

See all

Cleopatra Ink Tattoo & Piercing Orange County Studio

I went in to switch my jewelry for my nose piercing twice and Nat was always super helpful and…read morepatient! I felt very comfortable and she always gave great tips on healing my irritation bump and how to keep my piercing clean. Great studio, very professional, and Nat is amazing!!

This review is for my consult experience; I decided to not go with this studio because of it. This…read moreis a very nice/upscale studio in Costs Mesa. My appt time was 10:30am on Sat 2/21/26, and they asked me to be there 10 min early, so I was. They checked me in and pointed me to the couches, then just ignored me for 45 min, and finally took me 50 min after my scheduled appt time. No offer for water or coffee/tea, no acknowledgment about the wait (until the very end of my wait). They opened at 10am and weren't doing a damn thing the entire 50 min wait! Two were playing chess when I walked in. When they finally took me, they didn't inquire about my "why" regarding the piece; they just asked for a description and some inspiration examples. They then drew up the design digitally, which was good but not epic. I was only getting black and grey. The price... $2,500 for 8-16 hrs in the chair. Wtf. Even if the piece takes 16 hrs (which I don't think it will), it comes to $156.25 per hr, before tip. Umm, that seems rather steep to me. Their work, from what I've viewed, is good. Studio is professional. Their handling of me for this appointment was offensively impersonal and unprofessional. I will never go back, and hope this review hits a button for them on their lack of care on the customer experience.

Photos

See all

Port City Tattoo

4.8(473 reviews)

3.0 mi

•$$

BRYNNE PALMER does beautiful artwork in a sympathetic way for your body. My husband and I provided…read morean idea and she designed a tattoo that was better than either of us expected. She was the right choice!

After a few years I decided to go back to Port City to have Stacey do a sparrow on my hand and she…read moredid not disappoint. All communication before the tattoo appt was done over email. Rescheduling was also easy as I ended up catching a cold before the appt. Stacey is very sweet and definitely is a great artist and knows what she's doing. I plan to return to her again in the not so distant future.

Photos

Snake is not finished yet- but incredible detail and line work

See all

Kevin did the forearm, the hand was done by another artist years ago, (Kevin's work is better)

Ink Therapy Studio

5.0(112 reviews)

2.8 mi

Women-owned & operated

Luxury

Today, my 18-year-old daughter and I had the pleasure of meeting Charlot. We knew right away how…read moreprofessional and clean her Ink Therapy Studio was. Little did we know that we were about to meet the sweetest tattoo artist we could've ever wished for. This was my daughter's first tattoo for her 18th birthday. As a mom you want to make sure that your daughter is in the best of hands. And THAT she certainly was! Charlot immediately made us both feel so comfortable and taken care of. The before and after care was amazing! She always checked in with my daughter to make sure that she was OK during the tattoo. Our conversations flowed, and we both felt so connected to Charlot. It felt as if we just met an angel without wings on earth. Please do not hesitate for one second to choose Charlot at Inc Therapy Studio for your next tattoo. She's AMAZING and you will love her and her work, especially. My daughter's tattoo came through... "Good people find good people!!"

I found Charlot through instagram and knew IMMEDIATELY I had to get my next tattoo done by her! My…read morefirst reaction to seeing her work was "she is incredibly talented!", then I got to know her through messaging and now through our session, and I can confidently say she's everything you expect and more!!! Not only is she amazing at her art but she is also a genuinely great person with a heart of gold She captured everything I wanted in my floral wrap. It was even more beautiful than I imagined!! I learned she also paints (watercolor and oil) and you can truly tell through her work! I can't express enough how happy I am to have her art work tattooed on my arm. To say im obsessed with it is an understatement

Photos

Lilies and orchids

See all

Life After Death Tattoo

4.9(27 reviews)

2.9 mi

•$$

Christopher did an amazing job on my aunt and my tattoos. Mine was a coverup of a previous wrist…read moretattoo that I didn't feel peace about. Christopher not only did an amazing job with my new tattoo but also prayed over my previous tattoo and gave me peace about it before we covered it up. I look forward to looking down at my beautiful and meaningful to tattoo for the rest of my life. If you want a God centered tattoo experience and a high quality tattoo I 100% recommendation Life After Death Tattoo! Thank you Christopher!

OMG I'm so glad I chose to come here and so glad he had a slot for me same day…read more I just wanted a couple of simple stars but I wanted it to be done well. I've seen so many ppl with bad blurry/bleeded lines and I wanted clean and as perfect as possible. I got that here with Chris. First off his decor is pretty cool and I enjoyed staring at every detail and even touching them. He was so sweet and he prayed for me before we started and it was an awesome prayer. And he doesn't even know me, but I felt like he knew me. He obviously has the gift of prayer. I was scared of the pain but it was ok actually even without any numbing cream. Anyways he even recommended I shade it in and it became even more beautiful! I know it may seem silly and girlish but I love it! Kudo points bc he kinda knew who BTS was. hehehe I'm sure he can do wonders with alot of intricacy bc I saw his ig posts and let me tell you...it's very different from this yelp page. So take a look there! @lifeafterdeathtattoo

Photos

Wrist tattoo coverup

See all

Blue Collar Tattoo

4.7(325 reviews)

1.2 mi

•$$

I've been to Blue Collar for multiple piercings and a tattoo touch-up/enhancement and have had a…read morefantastic experience every time! I have had 11 piercings done total and the ones Jade has done have healed the best, were the least painful, and were placed with incredible accuracy and attention to detail. Jade is so kind, patient, has a great artistic eye, a steady hand, and is super knowledgable. She takes time to answer questions and check in each step of the way. Danny helped touch up and enhance an existing tattoo of mine and was able to restore the intensity of the blank ink and add very intricate detail to a fairly plain tattoo I'd already had. He has a light touch without compromising the longevity of the ink, is an incredible artist, and makes his clients feel at ease. Blue Collar is run with professionalism, friendliness, knowledge, attention to detail, and with a people-first approach. Even though it's a 50-90 minute drive for me, it's my top pick!

i cannot recommend taylor enough! her technical skill is incredible - she was so precise and…read moredetailed during the entire tattoo. she really cares about the longevity and quality of her work. she was so patient with my ideas and placement & ended up suggesting a location that i absolutely love! the studio is incredibly clean & everyone there is so friendly! my tattoo looks incredible and i cannot wait to go back and get another

Photos

Perfection.

See all

Balboa Tattoo

4.6(171 reviews)

2.0 mi

•$$

I have come to Balboa Tattoo twice now to be tattooed and both times truly exceeded my…read moreexpectations! The staff is always very nice and accommodating and they are definitely great at what they do. TJ tattooed me last time and it was great, he executed exactly what I wanted and it came out amazing! I could not recommend this tattoo shop more!

Can't say enough about this place! They are awesome! Wonderfully talented and if you're undecided…read morethey give you suggestions on what to choose or how to place your tattoo. They make you feel so comfortable too! I got my first tattoo here, and I came back to TJ for another. Highly recommend!

Photos

Healed after a couple of months, still looks fresh and amazing!

Tj fucking rules

See all

Ink getting tattooed

Baron Art Tattoo & Piercing Studio

4.8(904 reviews)

12.3 mi

•$$

Certified professionals

Walk-ins welcome

Huge thank you to David for adding to my canvas! The piece he did was actually my biggest and he…read moretold me that it was his biggest piece as well. I've been following a few of the Baron artists on instagram for a while. I really like most their style is fine line. I found David and really liked his style of gentle smoke and transitions. It was easy to book with him through their website link. David's a bit shy but when I came for my appointment, we worked together to lock in the final design. It was a smooth session. The studio is very open and close to other chairs so I appreciate that he had a screen set up to make our session more private since the piece was in my upper thigh. He provided a complimentary first touch up.

This positive review for John. I couldn't be happier with my new tattoo done by this amazing…read moreartist! From the very first consultation to the final touch-up, the entire experience was professional, comfortable, and stress‑free. The artist took the time to understand exactly what I wanted, offered great suggestions, and turned my idea into a design that was even better than I imagined. The linework is clean, precise, and super detailed; the shading is smooth and natural, and the overall composition is perfect. During the session, the artist was gentle, patient, and checked in on me regularly to make sure I was okay. The studio was clean, hygienic, and had a really relaxed atmosphere. I'm absolutely in love with the result. It's beautiful, meaningful, and done with so much skill. I highly recommend this artist to anyone looking for a talented, reliable, and caring tattooist. I will definitely be coming back for my next piece!

Photos

IG:Baronart_trevor

See all

Industrial piercing and anti tragus by Jocelyn

Why does Yelp recommend reviews?

Hundreds of millions of reviews are posted on Yelp, and our automated recommendation software works in the background to showcase the reviews that it …

6 reviews that are not currently recommended

The reviews below are not factored into the business's overall star rating.

Edgar G.

0

2

0

3 years ago

It's my First time here and needed a last minute tattoo but a very detailed tattoo, so when I came in from the jump the vibe of this place was on point. Everyone said hello and Jorge asked how he could help me... I told him my idea for my tattoo and he immediately sat down and started to work on my idea! Few moments later he showed me his work and it was exactly what I envisioned, we got to work shortly and I quickly felt at peace, his way of talking and starting conversation with me while tattooing made me feel so comfortable. I was able to look at his Instagram and see that he's definitely a veteran in the tattoo world with huge accolades, props to you Jorge! Long story short my detailed tattoo came out better than I could've ever imagined! Let me mention it was in a sensitive spot and not once did I feel pain or discomfort, he continued to ask if I was okay which I respect. I would recommend this dude all day! Jorge if you read this thank you I appreciate your work and the attention to detail. Respect brotha man read more

James C.

218

251

218

9 years ago

I unfortunately can't return and give money to this establishment. Thr owner went on a political tirade against Conservatives and President Trump for over an hour, unprovoked, that made my experience quite awkward and uncomfortable. Alienating half the population with your political beliefs is no way to run a business. Especially when you accuse the POTUS of keeping closets full of dead babies. Wow. Too bad, I planned on returning to this location for years to come, as my artist, Brian, does amazing work. But I do not support business' that openly preach sedition against the sitting president. Let this be a lesson read more

Sarah D.

0

3

1

8 years ago

I got my first tattoo and was a bit nervous but Jake Underwood was incredibly professional and personable. He made the experience as painless as possible and took his time to make sure everything was exactly what I wanted. Would go to him again and recommend him to anyone. Absolutely in love with the final product, it is better than I ever imagined. Thanks Jake!! read more

Orsi H.

62

8

3

11 years ago

I ve been in California at the last 3 years,so I decide to get a new tattoo for remember that period.The idea jumped out of my head on Monday, so I texted to my friend-Danika/Hajnalka-,who is working in that shop and Saturday I got my new,beautiful one!Service was fast,process was perfect!Highly recommended!!! read more

Natalie W.

321

1

0

11 years ago

Brian did an amazing job for my first tattoo! I am in love with my two pieces! He was really kind, funny and thoughtful. He made sure that everything was perfect and how I wanted them. Definitely will come back again. Thank You! read more

Tristen A.

409

1

11 years ago

Really cool shop, got my second tattoo from Brian and he did an amazing job. Took his time and drew the tattoo exactly how I envisioned. Very friendly guy and also very talented read more