So sad to hear they are closing at the end of the year but Gracie has done a few of my pieces and she's been absolutely fabulous every time! She's so sweet and takes her time but also listens to you if you need to take a quick break. I moved before I could come back and show her my last piece that healed after she did it (so sorry girl!) but had to give her skills some props because she is so great! read more

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YASSSSS Doug Hardy did my husband and I tattoos he was so friendly...and of course that is Ed Hardys son so we are so happy! Thank you Doug!! We will be back read more

Tattoo City - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

Great vibes all over the place. Everything was ready to go. I got there a little early and was still able to be seen. I was getting the ghost from Betty boop and they played Cab Calloway while I was getting tattooed. Immaculate made the time go quick. My tattooer Gracie was great and had a steady had always checked in with me to make sure the pain threshold was fine. Made quick work of it. Took care of me the whole time. Will definitely be back for more ink! Thanks Gracie! read more

Artist nasty and defensive when you ask questions and request certain changes in his 'art'. Seriously one of the most nasty people I have ever met. Who needs all that attitude and hostility when the experience should be positive. He was even mocking me how I praised his artistic talent. WTF. I was horrified how he behaved. Serious anger management issues. Not good with customers. He should just keep his mouth shut when he feels he needs to be condescending. Tattoos are not cheap, and he really ruined it for me. I do not recommend this shop. I will not disclose the name if the artist but will you will recognize his bad attitude almost instantly. We tolerated it with our previous sessions, but this last time he was just completely out line. Really horrible individual who needs to check himself with customers. Sometimes people change their minds and he wasn't going for it. We had our first consult in October and did not receive the art until 2 months later. He through it my face that I should have told him I had some revisions sooner. Well , honestly, he did not contact us for 2 months and he should have done THAT sooner. I left the shop frustrated and really insulted by this man. He is truly a jerk. read more

I couldn't be happier with my mermaid tattoo. Jen is such an amazing artist! She was very easy to work with and was able to give me the exact tattoo I wanted- only better! There are so many fine details in my tattoo, and that really sets it apart from all the rest. I'm so than to have found her! read more

Tattoo City - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

friendly shop, no attitude or ego. gracie was extremely accommodating and clearly takes pride in her work. each artist has their own room which provides some degree of privacy. great experience, would love to return next time i'm in sf. thanks again gracie! read more

Note: observer to my girlfriend's tattoo. Mary Joy is the freaking best. Her work is phenomenal and so is she. She managed to take a creature from a music video she had never seen before and replicate it perfectly. And then some. Angie said she was by far the most light-handed artist she'd ever had. To top it off, she was doing a cover-up that was incredibly scarred. Brava, Mary Joy, brava. read more

I traveled from San Diego to San Francisco just to have Jen Lee do my tattoo because she is the BEST for the style I wanted. It was well worth the trip, my tattoo is amazing. Jen is crazy talented at fine line work, color and detailing...my tattoo is seriously gorgeous and people are amazed by it all the time. I am considering one more tattoo and I will only let her touch my skin from now on. Yes, the travel costs suck but when you are getting something permanent on your skin for life, this should not be a concern. Budget tattoos are a bad plan. As far as the shop itself...I was thrilled with the private rooms, WAY less awkward than open area shops. And even more awesome was that I told my husband (prior to arrival) that I wished they would play some reggae while I got my tattoo and it was like a miracle of some sort bc when I walked in, they were playing the typical old school punk and by the time I was getting tattooed, reggae was playing, no joke. The tattoo gods heard me that day. :) Thanks Jen and Tattoo City for my gorgeous tattoo and for randomly playing reggae during my 3 hour tattoo. read more

Tattoo City - my gorgeous magnolia by Jen Lee. - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

After years of wait (just in case I change my mind) and research, I picked Khalil Rintye to do my left sleeve. Being native Taiwanese but raised in San Francisco, I wanted images to represent both sides of my culture. With living grandparents that survived WWII, I wanted to make sure I didn't get Japanese images. I needed an artist that understood the subtle differences between Asian cultures. Khalil is the man! I had to wait a year on his waiting list, but it was well worth it. How he's able to visualize my arm while sketching on a flat piece of paper...how he centered the landmarks of San Francisco's cityscape...his delicate shaping, I love him! The entire shop has great energy...all of the artists are great! And yes, the man himself, Ed Hardy, does stop by his shop! read more

I cannot believe that it has taken me this long to update this review!! Jen finished my tattoo of my late Husky, Rocky, around late February. The result is just amazing. Yeah, it hurt, IT'S A TATTOO!!! But you get used to the pain, and honestly Jen is so easy to talk to I forgot I was even being inked. It still looks amazing to this day, and I am out in the sun a lot (make sure to always put on a lot of SPF on tats, sun lovers!!!). I am so happy with it. From concept to completion, Jen was amazing!! Best tattoo artist in the Bay!!! I sent her a design/idea/picture and she made it real. I now have my running buddy/fur-baby on my ankle forever, and each day I am reminded of how happy he made me. The tattoo looks real, just like Rocky did, and it captures his happy-go-lucky, charming, and loving personality. It makes me smile. Thank you Jen!!! read more

Tattoo City - Tattoo of Rocky... RIP 12/2/2012 - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

A group of me and my friends went in as walk ins and the artists immediately were in for all of us to get tattoo!! The shop was extremely clean and organized and relaxed! We specifically got tattos done by Doug who did an amazing job! He was extremely sweet and did amazing line work!! Overall, 1000/10 experience and would definitely comeback!! read more

OMG! My nephew was visiting from the east coast so my wife and I took him to The City for the day. We ended our adventures at Tattoo City! I hadn't had a tattoo in 10 years and I immediately knew we'd stumbled upon a legit operation. Doug was our artist and he was professional, friendly, talented, and fast. Doug actually knew the artist who gave me my previous tat, Tricia Allen, of Honolulu, HI. I understand Doug inherited his father's operation and I'm sure he's making him proud. Thank you for the great art and a memorable day with family we'll not soon forget! read more

Tattoo City - Tattoos - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

I came here for my first tattoo. And I did a lot of research on the type of artist I wanted to do work on me. Each artist had a unique and beautiful style, but I fell in love with Jen's designs. She is a great one for details, shading, and color in animals and portraits. The place overall was very hip and located in a decent neighborhood in San Francisco. the tattoo was well worth the money spent and I've gotten so many compliments on Jen's art on my shoulder. I recommend this place to anyone. It's a trust worthy place and they definitely know what they're doing. read more

Tattoo City - Half way through! Artist: Jen Lee - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

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About a year ago, my sweet dog Romeo passed away unexpectedly. I knew I wanted to get a tattoo to memorialize him, and I knew I couldn't go just anywhere. After some online research, I discovered Jen Lee's pet portrait skills. I'd actually been following her for a while on Instagram, and I love her style. I made an appointment for a consultation, not exactly knowing what to expect but with high hopes. I already had 3 tattoos, but they were all simple line work, and I knew this one would be much more intricate. During our consultation, I explained to Jen what I had in mind for this piece, and another one of her tattoos I'd seen on her Instagram that I liked the style of. She put me at ease, describing what she thought would work well for my vision. We made an appointment for the actual tattoo, and I walked away feeling more excited than ever. I emailed her some pictures of my pup as well as a few more details that had occurred to me, and about a week before my appointment I stopped by the shop to take a look at the design. I loved it! Finally came the day of my tattoo. I was admittedly a bit nervous since it was the largest tattoo I'd have gotten to date, and the longest amount of time I'd have to sit. But Jen did a great job of making me feel comfortable. We talked about my dog and hers, and from one dog lady to another, I knew she would take care of me. Two hours later, we were done!!! The final design was so much more than I could have ever imagined. I am absolutely in love with my tattoo, and it fills my heart each time I look at it. Endless gratitude to Jen - you are amazing!! read more

Tattoo City - Jen is an amazing artist - thank you!!! - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

For several years, I've had a tattoo dream -- to get a portrait tattoo of my dog by Jen Lee. I love her whimsical style, which captures the realistic image of the animals within a magical illustrative style that has nods to American traditional imagery. After my dog passed away, I made it a point to take the plunge and make an appointment during a trip to the Bay Area. My dream was fulfilled--and then some! Jen is an AMAZING tattooer and a very nice person with whom to work! The tattoo that she created for me is beyond my expectations--for me, it's perfect! She created a beautiful memorial tattoo for my beloved little dog, and she tattooed it perfectly! I cannot recommend her enough -- she's amazing! Doing business with her was also seamless and professional -- I really appreciate that as well. The whole experience of going to Tattoo City was awesome. Everyone was super nice, and I felt immediately relaxed and at home. And I got the giant thrill of meeting Don Ed Hardy, too -- that was beyond awesome. How rad to meet someone who is so integral to the history of tattooing! I left totally thrilled by the whole experience -- I have a beautiful tattoo by an incredible artist, and the vibe of the shop is relaxed and friendly. So much awesome in a relatively tiny space -- thank you, Jen Lee and Tattoo City! read more

Tattoo City - Jen Lee's portrait of my beloved dog -- this is immediately after she finished tattooing it. It has healed perfectly! - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

My fiancé and I recently stopped by and got a tattoo. Doug was very helpful and professional! We recorded some parts of our trips in the video below! It was a great experience! Thank you guys!! https://youtu.be/P6NizYFhIlw 2:30 :) read more

Mary Joy! Mary Joy! The service here is amazing. The artists are professional. They're happy to help you realize your vision. Mary Joy had the best line work. I loved everything about my experience. My husband and I have been tattooed here at least 6 times in the last 3 months. I've been spoiled by the best! read more

Kahlil Rintye is the one of the nicest, most compelling, humble, talented, lovely artists that I feel lucky to know. This new piece is on my left forearm: http://static.px.yelp.com/photo/xtgFAq2TEY1AToaatnfOsQ/l The original design was drawn by the retired master Chris Conn, Kahlil customized it a bit to match his style and to bring more of my other work into it. The cherry blossoms match my wrists and I also have a peony in the snake on my side. It is now one of my favorites. Kahlil is definitely worth any wait time, do yourself a lifelong favor and call him up for an appointment. read more

So I got my long awaited tattoo today done by Clifton Carter. I was so anxious that I couldn't sleep (didn't help that there were noisy fools outside on the street) and I woke up earlier than planned. Prior to my appointment, Clifton had emailed me his drawing of my tattoo so I can give him my thoughts before I came in. I actually loved his idea and told him that nothing needed to be changed. I booked 4 hours with him but it only took 3, which was surprising because during my initial consultation last month, he was thinking that it might take all 4 and I'm glad he finished within that time frame because if the tattoo was incomplete by 4 hours time, the next appointment I'd be able to get with him would be in October! So 3 hours later (with one break to pee!) I am left with a beautiful, vibrant piece on my left upper arm. There were times when it was a little uncomfortable (the adrenaline wore off and I was just wishing it was all over) but having a friend there with me to talk to and laugh with took the edge off (I tried so hard NOT to laugh many times because it made me unsteady -- do not have conversations about The Lollicock : http://www.bachelorette.com/lolgianpenlo.html while getting tattooed! ). Once again, my experience with Clifton Carter was amazing and I'm so happy that I went with him. He has amazing technique and his linework is so fine and precise...truly a work of art. In the end, it was a bit pricy but it was definitely worth it because he's definitely passionate about what he does (my friend said that when he was tattooing me, he was smiling at times...perhaps he just loves what he does--and that's a GOOD thing!). PS: One of their other artists, Mary is the CUTEST tatted-up pregnant woman EVER...and I never before once thought or said that pregnant women are cute. I do have a picture posted in my photos, fyi read more

After several weeks of researching, I found the perfect artist to do a long awaited mermaid tattoo on my left side rib cage. All the people at Tattoo City are extremely nice, especially my artist, Mary Joy. I booked an appointment a couple of weeks in advance, with a free consultation. During the consult, Mary Joy gave me some suggestions on how she thinks the mermaid should be laid out on my body, giving it a bit more shape, movement, and flow. I was really happy to see she was really thinking about the design and wasn't going to just plop any ol' mermaid on my skin. During the session I had to lie down in an uncomfortable position and Mary would check up on me, making sure I was ok before she moved forward. She was very attentive, sterile, professional, and easy to work with. The end result is a beautiful, intricate design on my side--it is EXACTLY (if not BETTER) than what I wanted. I am so happy with the result. This so far, is my favorite tattoo. Thanks Mary Joy! Pros: Professional, sterile environment, friendly staff, beautiful colors, informative consult beforehand, private tattooing rooms, and great artists. Cons: A little pricier than most places ($200 per hour), no walk ins (although I think you can do a walk in with Doug). read more

I have nothing bad to say about Tattoo City. I had a good idea of what I wanted to get and I called to make an appointment. Instead of just sticking me with anyone, the front desk guy was really helpful and had me check out the website to see who did work that was closest to the style I wanted. I then called back and he got me all set up for a consultation. He was really nice and helpful over the phone and when I came in for my appointment. I met Jen Lee during the afternoon and brought what I had drawn up. We chatted for about 10-15 mins where she measured and got the details of what I wanted. The next time I came in was the big day and I was excited! Jen worked diligently and was really nice. The entire place was clean and well organized. Jen walked me through what she was doing when I asked a bunch of questions. Overall she wasn't really talkative and that worked perfect for me. I was concentrating hard on not concentrating! This review is long overdue since I got my tattoo back in January but, works well since I have had a chance to heal. The tattoo is beautiful (if I do say so myself), very clean lines and wonderful coloring & shading. Jen did an excellent job and gave me exactly what I wanted with her personal touch. I will be back when funds allow! :D read more

I got my first tattoo there with Mary Joy about ohhh....3 years ago now? Maybe 4? Mary has since given me 2 more tattoos, I have one from Jen Lee, and have two more scheduled for next month with Jen. The work that the artists do at this shop is truly beautiful. They are so talented. In addition to that, everyone that works there is just so nice. From the guys that work at the front desk (Trevor and Aleph) to the artists (Mary, Jen, Khalil and Doug), there's just a friendly, unpretentious vibe in this shop that truly makes you feel welcome. The music is always good and Trevor even offers to get you a drink if he happens to be running over to the corner store. Totally unnecessary but very thoughtful. Anyway, I love these guys and that's why I keep coming back. read more

I found Tattoo City after watching Tattoo The World, the documentary about Ed Hardy. It was such great insight into Ed's evolution in Americana tattoo art history, I was drawn to his style, his quirky straight forwardness and wanted to get a piece designed and tattooed by him. After looking on line and realizing he no longer tattoos I found Kahlil. I met Kahlil for the first time for the consultation appointment and right away felt comfortable and at ease with him. He listened to my ideas, and came up with a timeless unique dragon to add to my existing pieces. I was blown away by the drawing he emailed me as I live in Seattle, he Photo shopped the image onto my body so I could really get an idea of what it was going to look like. I have sat with him for four long appointments, he is always respectful of my mood, asks if I need breaks, and doesn't feel the need to talk if either or both of us are in the zone. I appreciate all of that. Also, he's a gentleman and has an intuitive touch with the gun. My next appointment will finish this amazing piece, but I'm sure it won't be the last time I commute to SF to get a tattoo by him. Thank You Kahlil!!! read more

I chose Mary Joy Scott and Tattoo City after months of looking at art and reading reviews on the internet and talking to people. Best decision I've made in a decade! Mary's style is evocative, clean and free flowing. She's at the top of the class in traditional tattooing. She's also a kick to work with. Down to earth, friendly and funny. She's perfectly efficient when she needs to be and a true professional who knows how to communicate clearly. She transformed my rough sketch into a unique piece of art adding imaginative touches that blew me away. We're in the process of doing two half sleeves (including a coverup -- there's no trace of it now!) and the results are incredible. I'm already planning for additional pieces by her later this year. The other artists who work there are top notch also, and Aleph, the mellow dude who mans the front will make you feel right at home. The whole shop has a relaxed and friendly vibe. Great place to hang during a rainy afternoon and watch art being created. Don Ed Hardy has left his legacy in excellent hands. read more

What can I say that hasn't possibly already been said about Tattoo City and it's staff? I had been wanting to get some sort of tattoo as a tribute to my best friend The Mogwai. But I wasn't sure if I wanted his paws, or his name or what. I had been perusing portfolios of artists in the city for awhile. Not really just for that specific tattoo but just feeling people out and seeing what they were about and then I stumbled onto Jen Lee's portfolio. Her work is jaw droppingly stunning. You can tell how much love goes into all of her work but especially her animal portraits. The dogs and cats are gorgeously rendered on skin in old victorian-style frames with bright backgrounds and lush looking flowers. Or have Virgin of Guadalupe style rays beaming out from behind them. Or have them dressed up as dignified scholars. And of course the list goes on and on. There are all sorts of variations to her work. Her style has a vintagey-Americana feel to it and it's beautiful and unique. Not to mention her color work is on point! Every color in her pieces is radiant. So ANYWAYS I knew she was going to be the one to do a portrait of my little man on me. And so I made my consultation and she was super sweet and professional, she traced the inside of my arm so she could get an idea of how to size and fit the tattoo. We made the appointment. I came back and she put it on, asked me what I thought of the placement. It was perfect. She really knows how to make her work compliment the body. And throughout the process she made sure to check on me and see if I needed a break which I really appreciated! And Trevor, the shop manager, even asked me if I needed anything from the store which is really considerate. To wrap it up, my tattoo came out fucking gorgeous and perfect. Jen was awesome and totally worth the money. I've already made another appointment with her to start on another piece and I am looking forward to it! read more

Ed Hardy's Tattoo City is the perfect place to get tattooed if you want a friendly, clean, and private environment. I decided to get my first tattoo last year and began doing a lot of research. I did not find anyone in the Bay Area who 'wowed' me until my boyfriend & I walked into Tattoo City. Trevor, the shop keeper was extremely nice and professional when I walked in. He asked if we needed any help and I said I was shopping around for artist, preferably a female artist who was great with color. He said that there was a new female artist named Jen Lee joining the shop and gave me her website and information. When I saw her website(http://jenleegallagher.com/), my jaw hit the floor! I was amazed by her artwork, use of color and experience. I was sold!! I had a consultation with Jen Lee and 3 weeks later got my first tattoo of a beautiful Lilly. Jen was extremely professional and nice during the whole session! She made getting my first tattoo such a great experience that 3 months later, I went in for my 2nd Lilly tattoo by Jen. My boyfriend was also amazed by her that he is now getting a half sleeve of the Nightmare Before Christmas. We have been customers of Jen Lee since she arrived at Tattoo City in October 2008! Everyone who sees our tattoos are astonished by the beautiful artwork and the detail! My best friend & co-worker also recently got tattooed by Jen. It was her first piece and it turned out just perfect! Many of my co-workers also want to get tattooed by Jen! Everyone who sees the tattoos by Jen love all the color and detail! As the saying goes, "tattoos are an addiction" and I am in the process of planning my 3rd tattoo which of course will be done by Jen! If you are getting your first tattoo, love detail artwork, & love color, I recommend Jen Lee at Tattoo City! FYI- The shop rate in $200 an hour and it's so worth it when you are putting a permenant mark on your body! All the tattoo artist at Tattoo City is extremely talented! read more

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I can't even express how grateful that I am that I found Tattoo City. I visited countless shops throughout the years, and still do out of curiosity, but it was here that the guys and gals at TC truly made me feel welcomed and inaugurated me into the world of ink. I only have 3 tattoos and two were done by Jen Lee and the last one by Kahil, which took over a year to book. Everyone is genuine and I just liked them the first time that I came into the shop. What can I say? Besides the obvious fact that the artists here are EXCEPTIONAL (in my opinion), they totally understand how nervous and painful it can be for some people (that's me in case you're wondering) and made sure that we took breaks when needed. (I almost passed out once.) A lot of memories in life can become muddled over time, but I believe it's how someone makes you feel that you remember the most. And those at Tattoo City gave me a great experience. I'll be going back there for my next tattoo. read more

I have to admit, I did not do any research on tattoo artists for my latest piece. The reason being, it was a lotus on my wrist that would be less than two inches wide. I figured that pretty much anyone could do it (not to put down what I actually ended up getting, of course!). Since I live near Tattoo City I figured I'd stop in and see if they had a drop in available as I figured it would take about 30 mins to get what I wanted. Luckily Jen had some time since she just moved back to the city and she fit me in. She worked with me to figure out the exact design I wanted, I went and grabbed some food to kick up the blood sugar levels and she went to work as soon as I came back. All in all it took under an hour, I'm thrilled with the results and I have a new tattoo artist just blocks from my home. Can't wait for her to re-do my lower back piece! Also, I'm not sure what the name of the guy working the front was, but he was really nice and fun to talk to while I waited. This is the friendliest tattoo parlor I've ever been in and that goes a long way for me. So if you have to wait for them to give good service to some one else, just know that you'll get the same when it's your turn. read more

I got my very first tattoo here, by artist Mary Joy Scott. She really exceeded all my expectations, from her manner/attitude (super sweet, relaxed, and good at listening to what I wanted) to the actual tattooing (understanding about my nervousness, the times it hurt (over the shoulder blade), making good conversation and engaging in a genuine, interested dialogue), and the end result (I was most nervous when I was about to see it for the first time)... and it blew me away - exactly what I hoped for but didn't think was realistic... I had to hold back my tears of joy!). If you want to see pics, just look at my profile! I got a hibiscus flower on my upper back, in memory of my beloved Grandma June, who loved the flower as much as I do - it's both our favorite flower... the tattoo's design is based on some photos I gave Mary Joy of the flower that bloomed the day after my grandma passed - the first time the plant had ever bloomed (after having it for months). Mary Joy, if you're reading this, THANK YOU!!! My friends and family are all awe-struck by its beauty, and obviously so I am. read more

So so amazing! The people are incredibly friendly and welcoming. Kahlil Rintye tattooed my husband and I and did an outstanding job! Could not recommend enough -- out of this world! read more

I can't say enough good things about Tattoo City, and especially Kahlil! The shop is very friendly but professional - they are easy to reach and very helpful. They even call to remind you of upcoming appointments. Though the waiting list for some artists is very long, you can be assured they are keeping close track. Kahlil has been beyond my expectations and well worth the wait. It took over a year to get a consultation, but his expert knowledge of Japanese imagery and meaning plus incredible detail is beyond compare. He really helped turn my vague concept into a stunning back piece that flatters my body and is both meaningful to me and beautiful to look at. He works quickly and with a light touch, which is really great when you're dealing with large tattoos on painful areas. Plus, he's just a very nice guy and makes you comfortable quickly. If you want a Japanese-style tattoo, I wouldn't recommend going to anyone else. read more

All I can say is I LOOOVE "TATTOO CITY"!!! Clifton is the Artist who scared my forarms and I want to go back for more scarring.....Its all goodie goodie!!!!!! read more

Tattoo City - Tattoo by Clifton - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

Classic tattoo shop, with a classy staff. Mary Joy Scott is great and such a wonderful person. It was my first tattoo and she made it such a breeze and at same time made me feel like i knew her forever. I get stopped on the street asking who the artist was ALL the time. Highly recommended. read more

I got my first tattoo here 15 years ago by Colin Stevens (who is no longer here) and we decided to return after trying several others in the city. My husband just got a beautiful tattoo of my hands in a heart-shape, on his chest, done this afternoon by Jen Lee. I have the photos posted, so please take a look. I can't "say" enough, other than to go see them. A friend of mine went last weekend and got a small piece done by Doug Hardy (Don Ed Hardy's son!) and that too is terrific. The artists and assistants are all professional, extremely conscious about practicing the safest and cleanest procedures, and really collaborative about making your piece one of a kind. read more

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Let me jump on the Clifton Carter bandwagon. I've known Clifton for years -- he was a good friend of my old roommate, and I remember him knocking out stunning drawings and paintings years before he got into tattooing. I used to have a beautiful painting of his hanging in my old apartment (destroyed by spiteful kitties during our last move.) When he first started working at Sacred Rose in the Mission, he did some touch-up work on my wife's back tattoo. Despite his good job of matching the style of the pre-existing art, it was clearly evident that his work was of higher skill and quality. Three years ago, when my son was born, I decided to take the plunge and get my first tattoo as a commemorative act. I immediately thought of Clifton. By that time, he had started working at Tattoo City, and I had moved to North Beach with my family. So, I walked on over one day and started talking to him. Next thing I knew, I had an appointment. My original idea was to have a small monkey tattooed on my chest to celebrate my son birth during the year of the monkey. Clifton had me bring him some examples of artwork that I liked. Two weeks later he called me, and I came over to look at what he made. I was knocked out -- he took my simple idea and ran with it. He drew the most amazing monkey, swinging through the trees in a rocky seascape setting. Freaking gorgeous! The actual tattoo took two sessions (about 5-6 hours total). It came out dynamic and vibrant with the perfect combination of precise line work and accenting colors. To this day, it still looks fresh. People are constantly asking about it, and want to know who did it. I'm always proud to say it is the work of Clifton Carter. read more

Got my third tattoo from Kahlil Rhente today at Tattoo City.As always, superb artistry from a gifted and knowledgeable (and nice) tattooer. Didn't need to wait super long to get an appt. Highly recommend! read more

I love tattoo city. The artist are extremely talented, professional, and friendly. I got a beautiful yellow rose done by Jen Lee that I love. Despite the fact that I was nervous she made me feel very comfortable. I also received a beautiful Japanese style koi fish tattoo from Khalil. I was on his waiting list for a year but did not regret the wait. I love both the design and coloring. Please if you are looking for a quality tattoo shop with quality artist than I highly recommend tattoo city. Khalil is without a doubt worth the wait and you will not be disappointed. The overall service you receive from start to finish is what everyone should experience when getting a tattoo. read more

Tattoo City - Khalil incorporated his work with the butterfly I already had prior to going to him. - Tattoo Near Me - San Francisco, California

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I don't even have a tat. I went there with a friend and Clifton Carter seemed like such a good guy that I ALMOST would do it. He is nice, he is personable, he makes you feel totally comfortable and he is kinda cute too! He is a true artist. read more

I just got my 6th tattoo from Jen Lee. Every tattoo I have has been done by a different artist. I am happy to say if I do get another tattoo or fix any of my other tattoos Jen is my go to artist. Not only is she technically skilled, she actually cares about the out come of your tattoo. I also have to give a shout out to the front desk guy. He is very friendly and personable. This has been my best experience at a tattoo shop. read more

I had some work done to fix up an old tattoo that was done by a less talented artist 9 years prior. Jen Lee from Tattoo City did an amazing job, tight consistent lines and perfectly even shading. I can't wait to have her fix some other old work so that I'm ready for her to create some new ink on me. read more