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The Hideaway

4.8 (44 reviews)
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Closed 12:00 pm - 8:00 PM

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Lin L.

I have been to the Hideaway several times, my artist was Ginger Pennington for all visits. Ginger is a wonderful artist and individual; I got my first tattoo with them and she is gentle handed. The first time I went to get tattooed (my first time ever), I was really nervous. Ginger talked me through the experience and was really patient. For a first timer or someone already inked, you are in great hands. I come from the Inland Empire area (2 hrs away) to get tatted by Ginger and it is 100% worth it - they really brought my ideas to life and I love her variety of styles. I was also able to get a color test before we did the color on my 2nd session, which really comforted me bc I have always wanted color tattoos but wasn't sure how they'd look on my skin. The shop is clean and all the artists I've met while there are nice, it's all socially distanced and everyone was wearing masks.

Rainbow Princess
Lys T.

I came across Melvin's IG page and knew she would be the perfect one to complete this idea in my head. I shared a picture of my daughter and asked her if she could turn it into a Princess Cartoon type of tattoo. Quinn was great at communicating Melvins availability for prebook and waitlist options. From start to finish it's been the best experience I've had working with a tattoo shop.

Water paint tattoo fill by Nikkirex
Sarah H.

I have never been to a more welcoming and inclusive tattoo shop than the Hideaway in the 16 years I have been getting tattoos. The space is so special, with each artist having private-like areas, lending to a very special experience. I have tattoos from Nikki, Mike, and Crystal and I cannot say enough about how amazing they are as people, let alone their work as artists. I am in absolute love with all of the tattoos I have received at this shop and no matter what style you are looking for you are likely to find someone here that can do it! Love the Hideaway, it's almost like a home away from home at this point and I'm very grateful for the people I have met getting tattoos here!

Our matching tattoos by Joey T!
Lannice B.

The shop is clean, cozy, and welcoming. Joey did a great job making my bestie and I comfortable and our matching tattoos came out great!

Briana J.

I wouldn't even consider getting tattooed anywhere else! The studio itself is really cute, clean, and comfortable. But the best thing about The Hideaway, is that it's home to some of San Diego's most talented tattoo artists. I've been to Melvin multiple times and she is beyond amazing. Every tattoo she does looks like a masterpiece. She also happens to be the sweetest person ever, so it's a double win. I get compliments on her work all the time. She has a wide array of ink colors in her arsenal and isn't afraid to use them. I always look forward to going back and getting more work done with her. Also I have noticed Nikki does some really stunning stuff as well..so I might need to make an appointment with her sometime too. Another artist who's kick ass work caught my eye was Chowdah Bowl. Basically there's so many skilled artists, it's hard to pick which one you'll want to work with. You can't go wrong when you get ink done the right way and choose The Hideaway.

Ray ..... tattoo artist @nikkirex
Julie V.

This was my second visit to the hideaway Tattoo... I am amazed at the work that they do there. The staff is friendly ,professional , and easy to talk to. They make sure you are comfortable and give you great suggestions and make sure things go/fit in place ! Nikki Rex tattooed me two times and I can't wait to go back again for my third fourth etc....I get compliments all the time on her work it's crazy GOOD!!!!

January 2022
Angie S.

ktrantattoos, Kristine Tran, is a nice and kind person, but as a tattoo artist she lacks the experience and professionalism to maintain a safe and trusting tattoo session low price = lack of professionalism, tattoo blowout, overworked tattoo area on skin also very funny that her policy was customers can't have a friend over but they are allowed their own s.o and coworker in the small room without masks. i really didn't want to write this but my friends and family saw my tattoo and recommended I write this so that others don't want run into what I had to experience.. or at least have some knowledge about it. I had my sailor moon wand tattoo done July 2021, and six/seven months later I am still upset about it. please consider when working with younger new tattoo artists. you are taking a risk with your body, trust, and sometimes money. my tattoo on my shin was over worked and still is painful. the quick fix for the mistake on my ski = flaking and scabbing only in that area the tattoo blowed out, and messy where the symbol of mercury is while i do appreciate it being free, it was scary having it tried to be fixed without knowledge of what happens when you over work an area I did not have the knowledge that I do know that your skin can be overworked with the tattoo needle painful & regretful experience I have had tattoos done with different artists but with ktrantatoos - the needle hurt since it was pushed in deeply and continuously in the same spot. here is before & after. happy new year

Artist Mike
Trent H.

I love this place! All the artists are so nice and their work is beautiful. Ive gotten two peices here and I live in LA county and the two hour trip was worth it both times. Check out their instagram how to book with their individual artists.

Flash tattoo by Melvin
Genevieve H.

I came into the Hideaway for the flash tattoo special advertised on Instagram. I left almost in tears by how happy I am! Melvin was my artist and she is amazing. The line work is so crisp and clean and the color is so vibrant and saturated. This was my very first tattoo and I'm overjoyed! The shop overall was adorable and clean. I love the kawaii aesthetic. I'm so happy I found this shop in my home town! I thought I'd have to go to LA for such a quality tattoo and experience. The apprentice, Ginger was so sweet and patient. She made everyone who walked in the door feel very welcome and there was a lot of us in line for the sale. I'm already thinking of my next tattoo with Melvin! I cannot wait!

Tattoo of my cat as a maneki-neko done by Melvin
Remington S.

I've been here twice so far to two different artists and I LOVE it here so much! I feel extremely welcome and was able to chat with the artist about nerdy things like anime, etc. Both Ginger and Melvin are very sweet and cool individuals. Their linework is always amazing and the color is flawless! Can't wait to go to some of the other artists here.

Magical, mushrooms, tattoo
Madison G.

@melvin_arizmendi is awesome! Such a cute studio. Can't wait to get another piece! Couldn't be happier.

Rachael T.

Go to Nikki if you want your dog transformed in to a cartoon!! She's so beyond sweet and has the biggest love for animals. The shop is so cute and it didn't feel like your normal generic tattoo shop I felt so comfortable and welcomed here! Thank you Nikki!! I will be back when I get my next puppy!!

Disney Sleeve by NikkiRex

I have been coming to Nikki since 2018. She is amazing. The shop is clean . Everyone is professional. Our appts are like my therapy sessions. I love Nikki and her work is more than top notch amazing. I wanted a Disney sleeve for so long and waited for so long to find someone I trust with doing it. Finding Nikki changed my life. She makes sure to get everything right. I trust Nikki with all of my tattoos and my life and I will never go anywhere else

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Great place, all the artists were super friendly and professional. Clean well established place.

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Do any of their artists do vegan tattoos?

No only carnivore tattoos. They eat steak while tattooing.

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I've come back repeatedly now, I've had tattoos from Joey and Melvin and I'm very happy with how they turned out.

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