Emerald City Tattoo
Emerald City Tattoo is a tattoo shop provider in Seattle, WA serving Seattle and surrounding areas. Emerald City Tattoo provides professional tattoo shop services in Seattle, WA. Contact Emerald City Tattoo for a free estimate.
About Emerald City Tattoo
Emerald City Tattoo provides professional tattoo shop services in Seattle, WA. Established in 1991, offering powerful tattoos designed to last a lifetime, with walk-ins welcome Wednesday through Sunday and appointments available seven days a week. 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. Serving Seattle and the Puget Sound area. Welcoming space in the heart of the community.
9 years in business
Services
Custom Tattoo
FeaturedOriginal custom design created by our artists. Includes consultation, sketch revisions, and application.
Starting at $250 / 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 $300 / per hour
Piercing
Professional body piercing with surgical-grade jewelry. Includes aftercare kit and instructions.
Starting at $49 / 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
12332 Lake City Way NE
Seattle, WA 98101
Hours of Operation
Services Offered
Custom Tattoo
Original custom design created by our artists. Includes consultation, sketch revisions, and application.
$250
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.
$300
starting at
Piercing
Professional body piercing with surgical-grade jewelry. Includes aftercare kit and instructions.
$49
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
4.9
7 reviews
7 reviews
Anton G.
I have a standing appointment that I protect like it is sacred. That is how much this place means to my overall wellbeing. The consistency of excellence keeps me coming back.
Response from Emerald City Tattoo
What a wonderful review! We are honored to have earned your loyalty and look forward to serving you for years to come.
April F.
Brought my partner here after raving about them for weeks. They loved it just as much as I do. Now it is our regular spot together and we always leave feeling refreshed.
Jade Y.
I moved to the other side of town six months ago and I still make the trek here. That commute alone should tell you how much I value what they do. Nobody else compares.
Response from Emerald City Tattoo
We appreciate your continued patronage and your honest review. Your input helps us keep improving.
Javier R.
Went in feeling stressed and left feeling like a completely different person. They have a real gift for what they do and the environment they have created is perfect.
Response from Emerald City Tattoo
Thank you for sharing your experience! It is customers like you who make what we do so rewarding.
Carlos D.
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.
Emily Z.
The best in the neighborhood, hands down. I have tried at least five other places and nothing comes close. Worth every penny and then some.
Response from Emerald City Tattoo
Thank you for being such a loyal customer! Your continued support means the world to our team.
Scott Y.
One of the best service experiences we've had. Will definitely use them again.
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Response from Emerald City Tattoo
We appreciate you taking the time to review our tattoo shop services in Seattle. Your feedback means a lot to our team!
Location
Seattle, WA 98101
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated April 2026