4822 Pacific Ave
98408, Tacoma
+1253-292-0298

Opening hours

  • sunday: 12h-20h
  • monday: 12h-20h
  • tuesday: 12h-20h
  • wednesday: 12h-20h
  • thursday: 12h-20h
  • friday: 12h-20h
  • saturday: 12h-20h

Clean walk-in tattoo shop. Good-vibes and diverse artists that are skilled in color, traditional, neotraditional, realism, watercolor, black & gray, fine line and more. $60 walkin special every Friday. Come check us out!

Our comment from Tattoo Studios about Pacific Ave Tattoo:

Pacific Ave Tattoo is a highly recommended tattoo shop known for its talented artists and inviting atmosphere. Clients have expressed immense satisfaction with the quality of work and professionalism demonstrated by the team. For instance:

  • Kanada is praised for his creativity and ability to transform rough ideas into stunning tattoos.
  • Steven has gained accolades for his precise and efficient fine line tattoos, often exceeding customer expectations.
  • Javi is recognized for his detailed work, making every tattoo memorable and cherished.
  • Mia has also received compliments for her gentle touch and remarkable attention to detail, ensuring clients feel comfortable during the process.
  • The studio maintains a clean and welcoming environment, contributing to a positive experience.

Whether you are a first-timer or a seasoned tattoo enthusiast, Pacific Ave Tattoo offers a range of options for everyone. Their special events, like Friday flash sales, provide great opportunities for clients to get high-quality tattoos at an affordable price. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and high standards in artistry, it's no wonder that Pacific Ave Tattoo has built a loyal following.

Pacific Ave Tattoo: Reviews

4.8/5 (199 Reviews)
Katherine Borja Published on Google 2 months ago

Fantastic experience: Kanada did a great job with my Tattoo

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review!

LYNNCIAGA BALENCIAGA Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: I am giving 5 stars to Steven for fixing a tattoo that another artist in the shop did back in January. Thank you Steven. You did great. With that being said I want to talk about my experience with Javi and Natalia. Starting with Javi. So today 2/21/26 i originally had my touch up appointment with Natalia at 2pm. Upon walking in i noticed Natalia wasn’t there and Javi told me she left to get something to eat. I told Javi that I have an appointment with her and I don’t want to sit in the lobby for 2 hours like I did the first time with her. For some reason Javi thought that was funny. Its definitely wasn’t btw. But I told Javi that I was unacceptable that she did that to me and I don’t want to experience that again. Javi then proceeds to call her to come back to the shop. Steven noticed I was upset and to break up the tension he complimented my hair and then asked to see the tattoo. I showed him to tattoo and told him what I didn’t like and he agreed and I asked if he could instead fix it instead of Natalia. He agreed. It came out amazing Now Natalia. She’s seems like a sweet girl. She actually did some small butterfly tatts on my arm in November 2025 and they turn out great. Unfortunately the tattoo she did on my hand January 2026 was no good. I hated it. There were areas that were not tattooed in, it was like she forgot to color it in. There was areas where she tattoo out of the lines. And an areas where the tattoo was colored in patchy. I’m not saying she is a bad artist but this tattoo was not good work. Below I attached the tattoo she did and also how it looks now that Steven fixed it.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Hello, this is the owner. Thank you for taking the time to leave a detailed review. This helps us as a business improve.

I am happy that Stephen was available to help you.

I am sorry to hear that Natalia left you waiting. Your time is valuable you don’t deserve that.

I will discuss this review with her.

C Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Stephen did my tattoo yesterday he did a really great fine line tattoo. I loved it, exactly what I wanted!

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review!

Krys Brame Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Went and saw Javi today for a niece and aunt tattoo. He did am amazing job and recommend him hands down. Amazing and detailed work.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thanks for the great review!

James Green Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Walked in mid day to get a couple small tattoos. Javi was very friendly and helpful! Stoked with how the pieces came out

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a great review. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again!

Jamie Knocke Published on Google 3 months ago

Fantastic experience: Went in for a flash sale and was really impressed. The shop is clean and inviting and my artist Kanada had a light hand and did a fantastic job.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for taking the time to leave a great review! Hope to see you again soon.

Juli Rogers Published on Google 4 months ago

Fantastic experience: I went in to get a small tattoo on my forearm of a bird. Mia was the artist. She did such a great job. Very light touch , didn't hurt at all. Healed beautifully. Loved the music that was being played during my appointment as well. I'm definitely going to recommend to everyone. I will be going back for more soon.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Maggie Gatlin Published on Google 6 months ago

Positive experience: I got my first tattoo here on halloween of 2025. It was the flash sale and everything was going fine, until the time to actually tattoo came. My artist seemed very disorganized, aswell as didnt seem to speak English well. I ended up getting colors i was unhappy with after communication and correction twice, and her mentor asked for clarification. I was also not informed my artist, Natalia, didnt seem experienced. She also overworked colored areas heavily. now that the tattoo is healing im seeing variances in the weight of the lines, scaring, shakey-ness and overworked areas. I am very disappointed in how the tattoo turned out seeing as it was my first piece. Though, my partner whom was tattooed by her mentor, his tattoo is healing very well and looks great. Others may have different experiences but this is my experience with this artist personally, and frankly if I could I would go back and ask for a different artist.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Maggie, I’m sorry to hear you’re not 100% happy with the way your tattoo turned out. Natalia has many years of tattoo experience. The artist that tattoos next to her sometimes helps her with some English but he is not her mentor and has less experience than her. If you message our page pictures of the tattoo we can take a look and get you scheduled for a free touch after it’s healed and clean up any lines or coloring. We want you to be happy 100% with your tattoo.

Keona Babauta Published on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Great experience in the shop , everyone was friendly and super kind !! The energy was great totally recommend coming here .

Gillian Reese Published on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: I went for a Halloween flash tattoo. For one, the receptionist was amazing, despite it being busy, she was friendly and ran everything so efficiently. I did not get my tattoo artists name, but she was incredible! Her entire set-up was an adorable pink, she made little tattoo aftercare goodie-bags, and i kid you not, she did the tattoo wonderfully in like 5 minutes. Overall, I usually hesitate to do cheaper flash tattoo events, but I couldnt recommend this place enough. The experience was amazing.

Michael Lee Published on Google 6 months ago

Fantastic experience: Just got my very first tattoo at their extra special Halloween flash tattoo event! The basic flash tattoos were 40 each today but they let you bring in your own designs that could be obtained for an up charge. I got The Knight from Hollow Knight with fill in by @Nataliaagaton1. She did an absolutely fantastic job. The pain wasn't bad at all and it took truly no time. I love my first tattoo and I will be coming back for more.

Tina Olson Published on Google 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Natalie was the designer for my 2 tattoos that I have done in one day. She was very friendly nice told me what she doing when she stated working. Her work was top 100% stars for me. These tattoos was my first time doing it. This tattoos is very clean and on top of each of the job work. I going bad for my 3 tattoos once I find the design I want. My husband is going have one done by Natalie to here so. I just want thank Natalie for your great work. Your felled my heart with joy. The tattoos honor my dad that just passed away this year.ty

Loyal _Loving_Loser Published on Google 7 months ago

Fantastic experience: Mia was the tattoo artist who did my tattoo and her line work is incredible! i have a few tattoos on me right now and this is by far the BEST tattoo i have on my body! Absolutely amazing and she’s so sweet!

Madison Maldonado Published on Google 8 months ago

Fantastic experience: this is THE PLACE for tattoos in tacoma. i have 9 tattoos total and i’ve gotten 7 of them here. all the artists are especially talented and caring towards clients in making sure they’re comfortable. will never go anywhere else for a tattoo!!

Elony Lynn Published on Google 9 months ago

Fantastic experience: Unbelievably awesome! My wife and I went to get tats on their Flash Friday deal. Couldn't be happier with the results! I'm definitely getting another tat here with Mia.

Adam Paige Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: I got my first tattoo here today, and it was a wonderful experience. The artists were very friendly and kind. Mia, my artist, did a wonderful job on my tattoo. I'm definitely coming back to have her color it in for me. I'm definitely going to keep going here for my future tattoos.

dane Van de Laar Published on Google 10 months ago

Fantastic experience: Got these during Friday the 13th $40 special. Couldn't believe the little line work for the price. Highly recommend and am already booked to get more. Great place great staff great atmosphere.

Alexus Raquel Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: This was by far the best flash experience I’d ever experienced. Huge shoutout and many thanks to Javi who really set our experience over the top. We arrived around 11:30am and the wait was already really long. We waited nearly six hours to be seated with an artist but the staff was incredibly friendly and offered plenty of candy throughout. The entire atmosphere was very welcoming and even strangers became friends as we waited. When we got to work with Javi, he was very friendly, insightful, and passionate! You can tell he loves what he does and I really appreciate that. He quickly got adopted into our friend group and gained 3 new returning clients. Although the wait was long, the staff here maintained positive vibes and a clean and inviting environment. Would absolutely recommend and will absolutely be going back for my art by Javi!

Evelin Gaitan Higareda Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: went in for the friday the 13th event. the wait was long but staff was friendly and communicative. Javi was the artist for my group and he gained returning clients from us. his line work and shading is beautiful and we are very thrilled with our tattoos. we were there for hours and they made us feel comfortable and kept positive energy despite probably being very fatigued from a long day. Javi definitely takes pride in his work and talked to each of us about our tattoo placements making sure we would be satisfied with the results while explaining composition. so much more than we expected for a flash event. at the end of the long day, we overheard the staff talking about how they could improve the event in the future, concerning wait times and complicated tattoo placements. Definitely will be returning enthusiastically.

Rachel Snow Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Visited durring firday the 13 flash sale, all the staff was great working through the long line. Stephen was great when it was my turn. His fine line work was perfect and his hands were light as a feather

Gracelle Abigail Coute Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing tattoo parlor with very talented artists! Clean place, professional and honest tattoo artists as well, loved getting my tattoo here. Captain Canada did my tattoo. He is awesome

EG C Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: This is one of the best tattoo shops I’ve been to. I would recommend this shop to anyone. They’re very clean, friendly and make sure they get every detail of the work you want done perfect. Steven was such a big help too! He has made me feel welcome and was very patient with me when trying to decide what I want done. If you’re looking to get tatted just come to pacific ave tattoo shop and talk to Steven ! :)

Teagan Massey Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Natalia did my best friend and I. she’s SO sweet and very gentle !! definitely coming back for her :) thank you thank you !!!

Karina Ramos Published on Google 11 months ago

Fantastic experience: Brought my daughter to get her first tattoo and it turned out so amazing Steven did such an amazing job I will definitely be coming back

Mike Brown Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I always have a great experience each time I’ve come in here. Pac Ave Tattoo is my favorite tattoo spot in the Pudget Sound area. Kanada is always easy to work with. He is great at taking my rough ideas and turning out sick looking tattoos. This place is worth the drive from Olympia.

Jason Smitley Published on Google 1 year ago

Negative experience: My grandmother and I made an appointment to get tattoos. Mine was because I wanted one hers was for her birthday. We put down a deposit as well. Then on the day of our appointment our artist told us he had forgot to put us on the books and had scheduled another appointment. He told us we could either come back or have another artist do the job. We chose to have another artist do it. After waiting for an hour for him to be ready he started on my tattoo. Now as someone who has lots of tattoos I have a pretty good idea of how long they should take. The other artist took over 3 hours to do a tattoo previous shops I’ve gone to could have done in half the time. The whole time he is working on my grandmother is sitting and waiting. There was another artist not doing anything just sitting there and messing around. Then around the 3 hour mark another group of people came in with no appointment or deposit and the artist doing nothing immediately jumped up and took them instead of helping the customer who did have an appointment the entire time. Needless to say very displeased and unimpressed. Will not come back and again and highly recommend you find somewhere else.

Cheryl Garcia Published on Google 1 year ago

Negative experience: Came in to make an appointment for a tattoo with my grandson. Put down a deposit and made an appointment. Came in for our appointment and was told he double booked and we could get tattooed by another tattooist. So we agreed. After waiting a while they started on my grandson. 3 1/2 hours later I am still sitting and waiting when three girls walk in wanting a tattoo. No appointment, no deposit. They were taken right in while I’m still sitting waiting. I was not happy. And mind you they are still doing my grandson’s easy tattoo that should have taken around an hour. Needless to say I did not get a tattoo. This was for my birthday. Happy birthday to me very unprofessional. Will not be going there again.

Shane Moore Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Pacific ave tattoo is GREAT!! Mia is a great tattoo artist!! Attention to detail % the shop is clean and all of the artist that work here are very welcoming. Great vibe! If you are looking for a good TAT head to Pacific Ave Tattoo, you won't be disappointed

Kytzia Brown Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Natalia excellently executed my eyeliner, resulting in a seamless finish. Her skill with the line is impeccable and she is exceptionally friendly, making me feel comfortable. I intend to return all the artist are extremely pleasant and welcoming.

Nick Herndon Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: MIA is absolutely amazing! She did tattoos for me and my friend, and we couldn’t be happier with the results. Her attention to detail is incredible, and her delicate hands made the whole process almost painless—I barely felt a thing! Not only is she incredibly skilled, but her kind and professional attitude made us feel completely comfortable throughout. If you’re looking for a talented artist who truly cares about her work and her clients, MIA is the one. Highly recommend!

Amber Pardee Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I love this shop, it has all the best people there! I have gotten all my tattoos done here by kanada! He is an amazing tattoo artist! The service is amazing and the prices are good! Update it wouldn't let me post a picture when I did this originally but now it did!!

Vanessa Nguyen Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I got my first tattoo here, from Mia, behind my ear, and I loved the process, being shown various sizes and previewing different angles. It was also virtually painless, though I’ve heard tattoos behind the ear usually are. Her work is phenomenal!

Belleje' Kollections Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I got my tat done by Stephan Wu He was quick and efficient! I love my tattoo and I will be back. My daughter got hers done and she also love hers. No complaints!

Austa de la cruz Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Walked in one night and showed Stephen what I wanted. This wasn’t my first tattoo but my first time here. Though the tattoo was not some complicated design but simple Stephen made it elegant and beautiful. The tattoo has much meaning for me, so much that seeing it permanently on my arm in honor of my husband who suffered a brain injury earlier this year I was in tears. Thank you Stephen for making it more than I imagined it.

nina robbs Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: love this shop and their artists!! I originally came in for the $60 friday special, which went amazing, and came back for an appointment with harlow. an old stick and poke was covered up, she was very nice and understanding when I had to take small breaks to stop my leg from twitching. I'm absolutely still in love with this tattoo, and it healed wonderfully!

Brooklyn Tyson Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I would recommend this tattoo shop to everyone if I could! I got my first tattoo from here by Kanada. I wanted a memorial tattoo and he took my idea and created something truly beautiful for me. I trusted his recommendation on shading and white ink in certain areas and it was the best decision. He also gave me great advice on after care and let me know to reach out if I had any questions or concerns! I can’t wait to book again. All the staff was very kind and friendly

Jaimee Brodt Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I went on Friday the 13 th and had the best experience ever the shop is clean and you feel comfortable right away my tattoo looks fantastic and my artist was perfect her name is Harlow check her out you won't be disappointed.

brie griffin Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing experience at their Nightmare Before Christmas Friday the 13th Flash event. My artist, Ale' (so sorry if I spelt it wrong!) Was absolutely amazing! She took her time, was meticulous with color and great vibes and energy. Can't wait to come back! Clean, friendly, and gorgeous art!

Nastasjja Bach Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have gotten a few tats at Pacific Ave. the atmosphere and artists are so friendly and funny. I have always felt comfortable coming in! My lines are always great and the work they have done on me has been amazing. I am going to continue to come back here for future tattoos. Thank y’all for being great!

Mary Valdez Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: My husband and I went to go get Nightmare before Christmas - Friday the 13th tattoos from Pacific Ave Tattoos and we had a great time! We walked right in and only waited a few minutes before getting our new tats! A special shout out to Stephen W!

Phoebe Romine Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve been to Pacific Ave Tattoo a few times for the flash Fridays. I have not been disappointed once going here. My tattoo artist was Moe and I highly recommend him! He’s great at consultations with tattoos if you’re unsure exactly what you want, and he’s extremely friendly. This is my most recent tattoo from Moe!

Alex P Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: i had my tattoo done by Jeremiah, very cool guy to know and funny conversations to be apart of! I’m very happy with how my tattoo looks after being touched up! definitely will visit again sometime!

Reyanna DiBenedetto Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have gotten several flash tattoos with Kanada over the years and love them all!! The lines are clean and I have had many compliments on them. The shop is nice and everyone I’ve came across that works there has always been so great!! I definitely recommend checking them out, you won’t be disappointed.

Danyal Spadoni Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Shop is always clean and the staff are always friendly! Have had three tattoos done their so far!

Kelly Lawler Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Pac ave tattoo is my spot!I’ve never felt so comfortable and seen while getting inked! I feel anxious to speak up if I don’t like the placement; but the reassurance from the artists always makes me feel content! Canada and DJ ink do beautiful work! Not only are their prices more than reasonable, but the experience is always the best

Korabella Lieb Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Went in for a flash Friday and was helped immediately, I came in with 2 other people and we all got tattoos same day no wait. I loved our artist Moe he made us feel comfortable and taken care of. My tattoos are healed now and still look great. I definitely recommend this place. The environment is astronomical. Can’t wait to come back!

Cas Hebert Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: I have done their flash Fridays multiple times and it’s always been great! Moe was great at making us feel comfortable the whole process and the flash turned out amazing!

Tina Purdie Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Went in for the Friday the 13th deal and received great service. Nice artists and helpful staff. Moe made the experience for our group of 4 memorable. Great listener to exactly what each of us wanted and attention to detail. Didn’t feel rushed even though they had a line out the door. Am definitely coming back.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review and your patience on Friday the 13th. We appreciate you taking the time to leave this review and mention your artist. Feel free to post a picture of your tattoos and/or tag us or your artist on social media.

LJLaw Published on Google 1 year ago

Fantastic experience: Stephen tattooed my fiance today and he did a KILLER job. It was a very sentimental piece, with her late friends handwriting that he matched PERFECTLY. His line work is nuts, and the amount of detail just blew me away. He was really time efficient too. I was expecting the price to be insane due to the amount of detail but it wasn't at all and tbh I feel it was underpriced for what she got. We will be recommending Stephen and this tattoo shop to everyone and I will definitely be getting some work done for myself. Thank you so much ❤️

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Kaitlynd Wagamon Published on Google 2 years ago

Negative experience: I went to get a very sentimental tattoo today with an appointment set up. I sat there waiting for a hour cause he had nothing set up or drawn up. The artist did not work with me whatsoever, had poor communication skills, poor customer service, and he messed up my tattoo by writing the wrong date. Everything else was great but that one mistake and it’s now permanently engraved into my skin. Will not be coming back here.

Ashley McHenry Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: A really great tattoo shop! Did a spur of the moment tattoo before my aunt heads back home. Very clean shop and nice people! Will be using Harlow for future work. Highly recommend

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review!

madeleine ava Published on Google 2 years ago

Negative experience: I came into the shop wanting a small piece done for their Friday deal. The guy at the front desk doing the print outs of what people wanted was so unwelcoming. I ended up canceling my tattoo appointment because of the way he was texting me over the phone about my design. He was not trying to accommodate at all, even when I tried to solve the issue.

Anita Sachs Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: THANK YOU HARLOW!!! She was so sweet and chill. So so happy we came here. My best friend and I came in for walk in ghost tattoos. They fit us in and the shop was very clean and professional. Will be back, check them out!!

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review and for mentioning your artist. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again.

Conor Cullivan (Joe) Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I've gotten 6 tattoos from Daniel over the last few months. Super professional and nice. Very light hand, and my ink has healed great. Will definitely keep coming back.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review and for mentioning your artist. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again.

Gaily Alvarado Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Shout out to Harlow for the wonderful piece she did on my hand! She’s a great Artist. Highly Recommend! Also the shop is great too I’ve been going for a few years now and I’ll continue to keep going back!

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Nate Jonson Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I love all 6 tattoos I've gotten so far at Pacific Ave Tattoo and am in the works to come get more! This is my go to tattoo shop, the vibes are right and I feel comfortable every time.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review. We live too great from our mural customers. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again.

Anastasia Beaverhausen Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I've gotten 5 tattoos at Pacific Ave with various artists in the last few years and love all of them! Most have been friday flash deals with one larger scheduled piece covering/combining with a tattoo I already had, but I can't wait to do another piece/more pieces with them! It's my favorite tattoo shop by far and I love what they've done with the remodel! The artists i've worked with (some still work there, some have moved on to other shops) have all been kind, knowledgeable, and accommodating of disability related needs without issue. So far I've recommended them to my partner, sister in law, mom, and friends all of whom have had positive experiences as well :)

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review. We love hearing from our loyal custumers. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again.

Junior Higgins Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: My sister and I went in on flash friday to get her first tattoo! Despite being very busy, they had time for us. Chris started working right away and was extremely kind when discussing placement/what she wanted it to look like. He seems like a very inspired artist, and speaking to him artist to artist i could see that. He is very passionate and always wanting to do things to sharpen his talent and work! 10/10 recommend going to him. My tat healed up nice too! despite it being a lot of black !

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again.

Isabella Snyder Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve got both my first and second tattoos from them! They are amazing people who are very passionate and do some amazing work! I’m definitely coming back for more of my tattoos!

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again.

Lee VanderVeen Published on Google 2 years ago

Negative experience: i do not recommend this shop in the slightest. the atmosphere when i walked in to get a small piece done as a walk in client with a friend - a service they advise across all platforms and on their website - on a monday morning, they were incredibly rude and treated us like we had never gotten a tattoo before (my arms are covered and they were exposed, my friend has a sleeve). the language they used, their body language, and the way they treated us as an inconvenience rather than a client lead me to the decision to take my business elsewhere. i don’t recommend coming here unless you want to be belittled and met with a lack of professionalism.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

All are welcome at our tattoo shop. We are professional and treat all customers with respect and courtesy.

Nicolas Bacon Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I absolutely love Pac Ave Tattoos! I had Chris as my artist and he was amazing, super funny and really listened to what you had to say. The amount of detail that went into my tattoo is INSANE. If your looking for a great shop to get a tattoo I would 100% recommend this place!

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again.

Aradessa Pardee Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: i got my first tattoo here not too long after i turned 18 and the experience was great! the artist was really friendly and kept a good vibe going.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again.

stephanie Brewer Published on Google 2 years ago

Negative experience: Good work but super slow! A tattoo that should have taken only like 30 mins (smaller than palm size) took an hour and a half. Something that should have been maybe $100 ended up being $250. They know how to steal time and cost someone more than what it should. I don't recommend going here if you want something in a hurry and have a budget. We will not being going back .

Viiriin “Viiri” Sincere Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Went here for my first tattoo and I had such an amazing experience! Staff are incredibly friendly and professional with their craft! Definitely will be back for more! Absolutely LOVE my Cubone!

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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F T Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: By far the best tattoo I've got in 20 years. Kanada was awesome! His cost estimate and communication was on point along with his work was hella dope! Will definitely return. Cash only.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Kas Silvia Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve had a few tattoos done at PAC Ave all of the artist that I’ve seen there recently have all been amazing and professional. There was a tattoo I had to tap out on because I have an auto immune disease and the artist that started it left. When I reached out to the shop manager and talked with her she put me into good hands with another amazing artist. When I showed up to my appt everyone was so nice and inviting! I’ve trusted their artist and manager so much after that I had my son and daughter go to get their 1st tattoos there. I’ve also told all my friends how great they’ve been! Lastly, I’ve had a couple of their flash Friday tattoos done and have been quite impressed with how quickly and clean they get things done! Thank you PAC ave for making my experience one I keep coming back for! Can’t wait for my next tattoo!!

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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kaylee Alford Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I went to get my conch pierced by Jimmi Bones . And the experience was great. Felt comfortable in the shop. He was knowledgeable and ( though still healing ) its healing wonderfully . I can't wait to go back for more piercings once this is healed . And maybe take advantage of some of those cute little tattoo prices on Fridays

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Kaitlyn Shadow Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I had gone to Pacific Ave Tattoo on July 3, 2022 when I had wanted my first professional tattoo, as I had just turned 18 ! I wanted barbed wire around my ankle, they had a few designs but I was really picky and showed them the exact design of barbed wire when they made the stencil and started. It wasn’t painful for me, and went by pretty fast. They put a real nice plastic bandage around my ankle to leave on for a few days. The tattoo looked better than I thought it would ! It’s still my favorite tattoo on my body so far, thank you guys !

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Christy Stevens Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: I got a tattoo here that holds so much meaning to me. I am a survivor of domestic violence and this tattoo is a tribute to surviving. The artist was so kind and caring when I told him the story behind this tattoo. He did exactly what I wanted and imagined and I am so grateful for it. It was definitely hard but I felt empowered and strong, something I hadn't felt on so long. Thank you Pac Ave Tattoo for helping me do this tattoo in honor of anyone surviving or going through DV. #loveshouldnthurt #survivor

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Michelle B Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Whenever I come in I get tattooed by Kanada & he’s never disappointed me. I’ve got a dope coverup piece he did for me that you can’t even tell has a botched tattoo right under it! The quality & professionalism of this shop is why I’ll keep coming back. Also included a photo of the moth he most recently did for me! 10/10

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Jocelyn Clark Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great place to get a tattoo!! The staff is always very nice and they do great work!

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Christina Lawrence' Mitchell Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: The shop was awesome, the artist was friendly, patient, took the time to hear me out and design what I wanted the tat to look like. The environment was upbeat and clean. I will return for future tattoos.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Michael Ellis Published on Google 2 years ago

Fantastic experience: Got my little ghost girly on one of their flash Friday tattoos in February of 2023. Despite being busy, the entire Artist team at this shop was incredibly professional, clean, and worked efficiently while making sure every piece of art turned out to the guest’s liking. The shop was well busy but everyone was taken care of and made very comfortable. Highly recommend EVERYONE check out this legacy shop in Tacoma and get a piece of art from these talented tattoo artists. You will NOT be disappointed.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Kaliyah S Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Great place to get a tattoo! Good prices and great work! If your looking for a good review to get tatted .. this is your sign! Go get that tat you've always wanted (":

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

Thank you for the great review. We appreciate your business and hope to see you again.

Jessica Slinker Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Harlow did a beautiful piece on the back of my calf! Super easy to schedule and get fit in. They were so accommodating and the shop has such a nice vibe So in love with my tattoo

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Teresa Flores Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Last March, My best friend and I were able to walk in and get these best friend tattoos with no wait time and within an hour or 2. It’s been over a year so I have forgotten the gentleman who did it, but he was so awesome ! I’ve got 2 more from him since and haven’t been anywhere else here in Washington! When I go back for more, I will for sure choose Pacific Ave !

Love Brown Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I can’t help but love a tattoo shop that can pull off a beautiful walk in tattoo. I’ve had many bad experiences with other walk ins i’ve received but I have yet to receive or see a bad walk in from this shop. Staff is kind and talented!

Kelly DuCette Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: My daughter went in and had her hand tattoo done, out of my three adult children and their hand tats, it is the best hand tattoo done. The lines are skillfully done, the art work is clear. She walked nervous and walked out with confidence. I can not wait to come in and get my hand done and my memorial for my mother done! Thanks for taking care of my daughter!!

Tianna Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Absolutely loved the loved the co owner who did my tooth gems! Her vibes were definitely vibin! And she even assisted with my little face tattoo as well cause the guy who did it didn't do the best he could have and she noticed! The whole place was a great vibe! I love my collar bone tattoo, my little face tattoo and when I had my jems I loved em! I'd recommend them most definitely!

Quality Trash Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: In 2019 I got my first official tattoo, and of course I had to go to Pacific Ave! So simple & easy, just walked in during their Friday specials. Made me feel very comfortable and safe, I recommend this place to everyone I know that’s looking to get their first or their 47th tattoo lol!

kayla baugus Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I went in the day before Mother’s Day to get some flowers added to a matching tattoo I already had gotten with my husband. I talked to Chris and told him what I wanted and he beyond delivered. I couldn’t have imagined it coming out any better. It means so much to me that he sat and listened to what I wanted and took it and made it great.

Danielle Smithingell Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Got my first ever tattoo here! They captured exactly what I wanted and really let me have full creative liberties. Would recommend to a friend for sure

Mallory Zacharias Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: This is a great place to get tattooed. Everyone is great to be around and a wonderful artist. They have a really cool Friday special as well . Come on down and visit them for an awesome tattoo.

Erin Schwer Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: It’s been a little while since I’ve been in the shop but I got 2 amazing tattoos from them! They do amazing work, super friendly, the shop is just a vibe in general. Very professional & clean. My tattoos healed perfectly and I’m in love with them! Highly highly recommend if you’re looking for a friendly shop to go to for life !

Zachary Straka Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Came here from the Midwest and was looking for quality and professional work. Pacific Ave has delivered just that on 4 different occasions. I’ve referred numerous people there as well and all had the same exact experience as I did. If you want an excellent and quality tattoo by people who are passionate about their art then look no further than the team at Pacific Ave!

Kaitlyn Korres Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Cant recommend this place enough. The shop is nice and very clean. Kanada took the time to make sure my friend and I were happy with our designs, he was super friendly and gentle handed. Pricing is also excellent.

Rachael Eubanks Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve always had an amazing experience and the artists are BEYOND amazing. Not only do they do amazing work, they offer the most comfortable environment possible! I love this shop and make the drive no matter how far I live.

Annie Thigpen Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I’ve gotten three tattoos at Pac Ave, all from different artists and I love all of them! My most recent was done in November 2022 and I’m still so happy with it. Their Friday flash deal is great for small tattoos and I’ve never been disappointed with the quality or experience. The shop has always been very clean and everyone inside is welcoming. I’ll definitely keep coming back!

El Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I got my first tattoo here on my 18th birthday and I have gotten a total of three tattoos here. Each time it has been a different artist and they all did a wonderful job. I always recommend pac ave to people looking into getting tattoos and I have convinced many friends to go there with me or on their own. I will definitely be getting more tattoos done here :) all my pictures are when they were first done, but they all healed beautifully and I’m in love with all of them

mikayla cochran Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: One of my favorite tattoo shops ever! They have $60 flash friday deals for 2x2 tattoos every friday. Very friendly I will continue using them!!

Eve Kennedy Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I've gone here twice now for their Friday $60 2x2 tattoos and it's been an amazing experience each time! I even got a flash tattoo during one of my visits. I'm planning on stopping in again soon. The artists are all super nice and patient, and are willing to work on adjustments and price points with you. They do amazing work! Happily plan on being a regular customer ♥️

Yasmin Herrera Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: The owner of this business and his employee where very respectful This establishment is amazing at making you feel comfortable and welcome I got four of my tattoos from there, my husband went as well, and they look amazing. We always recomend to our friends to go to come here when they come visit.

Sami T Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I have nothing but good things to say about this shop!!! Very good at communication! I’ve had two tattoos and two piercings done here, and I had a great experience every single time, i will definitely be back!

Marissa Eisele Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I always recommend Pacific Ave Tattoo to anyone looking. I’ve gotten my last two tattoos from them on their walk in Fridays. Always great work and very nice artists. 10/10 recommend

Kelsey Ann Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: I got a hip tattoo at this location and loved the experience. Spidey made me feel very comfortable and did exactly what I asked. He was very transparent and gave me his info in case I needed to come back for touch ups. Love this tattoo shop and have gotten every tattoo here since.

Kemi Oconnor Published on Google 3 years ago

Negative experience: Chris charged me 600 for a full sleeve including color which I thought was a good deal so I agreed and paid upfront. He refuses to finish the sleeve and he SPELLED THREE WORDS WRONG ON ME! I WANT MY MONEY BACK!

Savannah Wright Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Got my 2nd tattoo here by Joel, he was so kind and helped me keep my nerves down. The process was quick and nice, definitely a recommend to my friends and family.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Thoran Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Went to get some angel fangs done by Jimi Bones, and it was by far the best piercing experience I've had, he's very patient, makes sure you like the piercing, and is easy to talk to. Not to mention his prices are affordable too. Definitely recommend

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Brittany Hudson Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Joelrios did an amazing job on our sister matching tattoos. highly recommend and i'm definitely coming back for more!! thank you so much.

Pacific Ave Tattoo
Pacific Ave Tattoo

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Logan Jank Published on Google 3 years ago

Fantastic experience: Amazing work today. Chris sat down with me as I didn’t even know what tattoo I was going to get, and he patiently helped and waited till I picked out exactly what tattoo I was getting. I had just walked in on very short notice wanting to get something on my forearm. This visit exceeded my expectations for getting a tattoo. We looked at the shops all nearby and I decided on that one, and I am not disappointed, by not only his but his professionalism, but his love for art alone, and the work he produces(d). I’ll see you in a few weeks Chris I can’t thank you anymore.

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Pacific Ave Tattoo

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