East Side Ink
East Side Ink is a tattoo shop provider in New York, NY serving New York and surrounding areas. Established in 1992, East Side Ink Tattoo Shop started as one of New York’s underground tattoo shops, now featuring brilliant tattoo artists who specialize in all tattoo styles. Contact East Side Ink for a free estimate.
About East Side Ink
Established in 1992, East Side Ink Tattoo Shop started as one of New York’s underground tattoo shops, now featuring brilliant tattoo artists who specialize in all tattoo styles. Our tattoo artists specialize in custom designs, realism, traditional American, Japanese, geometric, watercolor, blackwork, fine line, and cover-up tattoos. Every design is custom drawn for each client — we do not use flash art unless specifically requested. We maintain strict sanitation protocols exceeding health department requirements with single-use needles, hospital-grade sterilization, and medical-grade aftercare supplies. Walk-in consultations welcome for pricing and design discussion. Conveniently located in New York with flexible hours to fit your schedule.
8 years in business
Services
Custom Tattoo
FeaturedOriginal custom design created by our artists. Includes consultation, sketch revisions, and application.
Starting at $200 / per hour
Small Tattoo
FeaturedSmall designs under 3 inches. Flash designs available or bring your own reference image.
Starting at $100 / per piece
Cover-Up
Redesign and cover existing tattoos with new artwork. Consultation required to assess options.
Starting at $250 / per hour
Piercing
Professional body piercing with surgical-grade jewelry. Includes aftercare kit and instructions.
Starting at $32 / per piercing
Touch-Up
Refresh faded lines, add color, or fix previous work. Free touch-ups on our original work within 6 months.
Starting at $100 / per session
Location
Not specified
New York, NY 10001
Hours of Operation
Services Offered
Custom Tattoo
Original custom design created by our artists. Includes consultation, sketch revisions, and application.
$200
starting at
Small Tattoo
Small designs under 3 inches. Flash designs available or bring your own reference image.
$100
starting at
Cover-Up
Redesign and cover existing tattoos with new artwork. Consultation required to assess options.
$250
starting at
Piercing
Professional body piercing with surgical-grade jewelry. Includes aftercare kit and instructions.
$32
starting at
Touch-Up
Refresh faded lines, add color, or fix previous work. Free touch-ups on our original work within 6 months.
$100
starting at
Reviews
4.4
7 reviews
7 reviews
Stacy N.
Just had my best experience yet. They tried a new technique that worked incredibly well. Always evolving while maintaining the core quality that keeps people coming back.
Blake G.
Hired East Side Ink for tattoo shop work in New York. A neighbor recommended them and now I understand why. Honest, skilled, and reasonably priced.
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Response from East Side Ink
Thank you for choosing us for your tattoo shop needs in New York! We appreciate the kind words and look forward to helping you again.
Sergio P.
What makes them truly special is they remember the little things. My preferences, my schedule constraints, what worked last time. That personalization cannot be replicated by chains.
Jade Y.
Just celebrated my one year anniversary as a client here. In that time I have never once been disappointed. That streak of perfection is genuinely impressive.
Response from East Side Ink
Thanks for the great feedback! We are always working to earn that fifth star and appreciate you pointing us in the right direction.
Connor W.
I used to go to three different places trying to find the right one. Wish I had found this spot first. Consistent, skilled, and they actually care about doing it right.
Response from East Side Ink
Thank you for being such a loyal customer! Your continued support means the world to our team.
Vanessa P.
A++ experience. They went above and beyond what was expected and refused to charge extra for the additional work. That kind of integrity is hard to find these days.
Natasha G.
Such a pleasant experience from start to finish. The staff was warm and welcoming, the space was clean and inviting, and the service quality was top tier for the neighborhood.
Location
New York, NY 10001
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated April 2026