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    4.6 (357 reviews)
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    My chocolate chip cookie

    Hey there Yelp Squad! If you're reading this and considering Outer Limits, look no further! I had the most professional, fun, and outstanding tattoo experience with Cierra at Outer Limits. I had a coverup done and something I call a "birthmark enhancement." Cierra had a better word for it, but I forgot it. I had a cookie placed over some natural birthmarks (I refuse to call them moles or freckles) and a 30-year old frog coverup. Cierra communicated with me through email prior to my appointment and knew what I had in mind for my coverup and birthmark enhancement. Her natural skill, innate talent, amazing artistry, and effervescent personality gave the whole experience a top shelf, VIP lounge access vibe (with complementary candy and snacks!). As a consummate professional who truly knows, loves, and understands every facet of her craft, Cierra was able to choose the best colors for my skin tone that made the tattoos really "pop," and each tattoo was drawn like it was going to be hanging in an art museum. I still can't believe how beautiful and realistic my tattoos look, and each one far exceeded my expectations. The staff members I interacted with were also very friendly and personable. I could feel and see the sense of community, pride, and history that all of them had as a part of the Outer Limits family. Next time (because OF COURSE I'm going back - Cierra is now one of my favorite people), I will explore more of the shop's museum. Cierra went above and beyond to make sure I was over 100% happy with her art work. She even helped me decide to let my original birthmarks shine through in my cookie instead of my original thought of covering them up! It looks so much better that way, just as she knew it would. I'm so fortunate to have found her and learned about her personal journey. I'm going back and bringing family! I highly recommend that you get your next tattoo with Cierra if you want an exceptional experience and a tattoo that is literally a work of art. https://www.instagram.com/c.von.art/

    Jhon the legend

    If I could give 10 stars I would. Outer limits has been a second home for me for +5 years now. Jhon is my guy. Him, along with all the artists and staff have treated me as their own. Countless hours of laughs, stories, great music, and of course, tattoos, as Jhon has tattooed almost my entire body, with more to come. Nothing but pure sincere joy the second I step thru the front door. Book now, walk in, or simply come check out the amazing history the shop has to offer! You won't regret it!

    Shawn C.

    If you've ever thought about getting a hand poked tattoo, go see Gali. I've gotten three tattoos from her now and every single one came out amazing. She nails that traditional, old school vibe, and the fact that she works out of Outer Limits Tattoo just makes the whole experience feel even cooler and more nostalgic. Hand poked tattoos honestly hurt less than machine tattoos--yes, even on "spicy" spots like my sternum. Healing is a breeze too; way faster and easier than with machine work in my experience. And Gali's speed is wild... she's just as fast, if not faster, than most machine tattoo artists I've been to. On top of that, she's super kind and easy to work with. She's always open to collaborating on something custom so I get exactly what I'm picturing, but with her personal touch and artistic flair that makes it even better. She's truly a master of her craft and, in my opinion, one of the best hand poked tattoo artists in the world. I can't wait to get more from her.

    Fresh tiger head tattoo from Kari, I love it!
    Will K.

    What can I say about one of the most legendary tattoo shops of all time? I got tattooed by Kari Barba who is a true master of the craft. Followers of tattooing will know the contributions she's made to the art form for decades. I've also collected work from Nyra Cruz who is as friendly as he is talented, and the wonderful Jen Davis who is now at their Costa Mesa location. Everyone is professional, chill, and easy to work with. Standards are high and that is reflected in the quality of the tattoos. With a century of history, Outer Limits is the oldest operating tattoo shop in the USA. The whole place is set up like a museum, with mementos, original artwork, historic photography, great stories, vintage equipment, and dozens of awesome items showcasing the history of the place and the amazing and influential artists who have passed through its doors. You can visit the museum anytime during their open hours. In short, I've had several great experiences here and collected some awesome artwork. It's worth a stop in even if just to check out the free museum of tattoo history. Would recommend!

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    C B.

    For the past six months I've been looking at tattoos. I'm way past the median age of first timers, but I wanted to experience the process. So after a lot of indecisiveness, I walked into Outer Limits. Told them I had a couple simple ideas for a first tat. Alex figured things out quickly, within thirty minutes I was being marked. Alex is fantastic. I would encourage you to give him your business and consideration.

    Got a flash design from Brandon and absolutely loved it! I've been following him on instagram for a while and finally jumped the gun. Brandon was super sweet and loved the bits of conversation we had. He made me feel super comfortable throughout the entire process. The tattoo itself came out beautifully and I've already gotten lots of compliments on it. 100000000000/10 highly recommend.

    Words cannot express how awesome my experience was for my tattoo, all thanks to Cierra (@C.Von.Art) !! I came to her with a vague idea and she really exceeded all expectations with it! From the idea to the stencil to the finished product. Her artistic ability is sensational. And she's very patient, creative, and SO sweet/nice. Whether it's your first tattoo or 100th, Cierra is full of ideas and creates a very welcoming/comfortable experience. I can't thank her and Outer Limits enough! I'd rate this a 10/5 if I could :)

    Mary N.

    I can't thank my artist enough! Nyra originally came from mule tattoo in Orange County, but had transferred over and started a new journey at outer limits! Couldn't be more happier for him. Anyway, since mule, we started working on this tattoo I think since 2020-- it a little over a year to complete because he gets booked quite often and to be quite honest, I had to take a few breaks from the needle ahahah. This might be a little long to read so tldr; he gave me a sick @ss coverup after many trials with other artists--AND he's SUPER FRIENDLY! Doing another piece with him! Spectacular customer service. The tattoo studio is a vibe and all staff are friendly. For those who want to read into the process: I had asked multiple artist if my lion was fixable or if they can cover it up. Most said no and suggested I remove it and then get the new cover up, but at that point I might as well get something else with the cost of my arm and legs. One artist gave me a "coverup" but ended up just darkening lines and shadowing certain areas. So at this point, I was close to giving up until I gave it another shot with Nyra at Mule. We instantly clicked and talked about all these things before the actual consultation. He was honest about his capabilities and strengths, but told me it's "a shot in the dark, but not impossible". I took a chance on nyra and I was so pleased with how he incorporated my idea/vision into the cover piece. During each session we had, he was always checking in to see how I was doing with the pain and we had wonderful conversations each time. He makes sure his guests are comfortable and doesn't push to keep working on the piece if a break is needed (by break I mean a 4 week break lmao). He also makes sure you've eaten so you're not feeling faint. All in all, I am VERY pleased with my new piece, so pleased that I am actually starting a new one with him! He literally makes magic happen with your vision, like my pieces so far has been everything I want and more. Regarding the studio itself, very clean and friendly staff. You can tell everyone cares for each other's well-being and everyone seems to have a great connection with their guests as well. It's a such a vibe. Parking is kind of tough to navigate depending on which street you come from && parking is at least $15, card only. As the first customer you can get your parking validated, not sure about any times after that. Hope this helps!

    Claire G.

    Going back in time! Walking into this tattoo shop was a unique experience; it had me thinking about all the stories and laughter this corner has seen and heard for many decades! Everyone was welcoming! Jenny was very friendly and helpful. Mickey did the tattoo and was awesome!!! She was funny and friendly and a pretty down to earth person! Great communication every step of the tattoo process. The tattoo came out exactly how we wanted it! The vibe and music were chill. We were in and out in 1 hour. If you park at the Pike parking structure, and when you check into Yelp, they will validate your parking.

    BEST TATTOO EXPERIENCE EVER! Cierra and Nyra thank you!!
    Samarle O.

    I've been to Outer limits before for a consultation with Jessie and she was absolutely amazing. This time around I went back and had the privilege to meet Cierra. She took my friend and I in as walk-ins and LET ME TELL YOU WE DID NOT REGRET IT! She was so kind, sweet, and welcoming to us I literally had tattoo therapy while talking to this amazing gal! We also had time to chat with her fellow tattoo artist, Nyra and he's so awesome and cool to talk to too! No matter who you go to at outer limits the experience is always superb and I cant even put into words how great the experience was with them. My first tattoo experience was a nightmare, but Cierra made this experience so amazing!! Cierra really took her time with my friend and I even though our tattoos were pretty minimalistic. I appricate her attention to detail so much! Also if you're out there looking to get a fruit tattoo, CIERRA IS YOUR GIRL #noregrets! Cierra, if you're reading this, Welcome to Cali and I wish you nothing but the best on your career journey! Your customer service is amazing and so is your artwork! Get out there, chase your dreams, you're killing it!

    I got a custom piece from Alex the other day and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out! He was willing to work with me on drawing out my ideas and was flexible to make sure I was satisfied with the design. He gave me quality advice on what would be most reasonable and realistic, while putting in high quality time and effort to create and draw this design for me. He was transparent throughout the process and very efficient. The shop itself has a really cool historic unique vibe to it, and everyone working there seems to love and be passionate about what they do. I went back the next day to get my tattoo re-bandaged as mine was leaking a bit, and they were very welcoming and helpful to assist me with this - goes to show that they care about their clients beyond just the tattooing and want to assure the best customer service. I'd definitely recommend this shop to anyone looking to get some body art done, whether you need consultations or have an idea ready!

    Marcus W.

    Bro, 10 stars! This shop is excellent. I've been to a lot of tattoo shops but this one is a step above. Super clean and friendly and attentive artists and assistants. Brandon did my tattoo and I am blown with his interpretation of what I wanted. I will absolutely be coming back here to get more work done from him and the check out some of the other artists work as well. Again 10/10! **I read some other reviews mentioning that they validate for parking in the structure, I believe that was only something done in the past, as they currently DO NOT validate. Just a heads up if you are unable to find un-metered parking and need to park in the structure**

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    The best tattoo experience I've ever had. I totally recommend coming here to anyone that loves and appreciates tattoos.

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    Ask the Community - Outer Limits Tattoo

    Good morning! I have an appointment today at 4pm. With the traffic delays and part of Ocean Ave being blocked, are there any parking instructions that might be helpful?

    Park at The Pike Outlets Parking Garage, 65 Cedar Ave, Long Beach, CA 90802. Bring your parking pass and they'll validate for the appointment.

    Does any artist do super mini tats here?

    Hi Anissa, We do have artists who do small and delicate tattoos. Please send us an email and let us… Read more

    I'm looking to cover my chest tattoo with something more meaningful and elaborate. Is there an artist you would recommend who can do such work?

    Hi! It all just depends on the style you're going for. I would recommend heading over to our website to check out everyone's work to see if there's a particular artist you'd like.… Read more

    Do you allow 16 year olds with their parent permission to get tattooed here?

    It is against the law to tattoo anyone under 18 in California.

    Do any artist at this location do single needle tattoos?

    Hi Diana, Please give us a call at the shop for more info. :) 562.437.9121… Read more

    Is there a female tattoo artist you recommend?

    Hi Te, It depends on the style you're looking to get. We have quite a few female artists here who specialize in different things. I would suggest checking all of them out to… Read more

    What's the starting price range for a tattoo?

    It's best if you go down and talk to the artist.

    Anyone know kari barba's rates? Thanks!

    Rob, Give us a call at the shop! I can go over pricing with you on the phone. 562.437.9121 Or you… Read more

    Are there consultations hours or can I just walk in and talk to an artist? My boyfriend and I are looking to get our first tattoos and we are considering this place!

    If you have a specific artist in mind, please call to schedule a consultation or get more info about that artist. Otherwise, you're always welcome to come by the shop and chat with us! You can check out the shop, browse portfolios, and ask… Read more

    I am looking for an artist who will give me my first tattoo. I am interested in a small wrist tattoo. I'd like 3 hearts. My main concern is that it is small and delicate-looking.…

    Patty, Give us a call at the shop! It will be a little bit easier to discuss specifics over the phone. 562.437.9121… Read more

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