Reviews of Port City Tattoo - Long Beach (Tattoo Shop)

Shirley Campbell

Eli is the best!

Bna Lou

I got my first tattoo there and a few years later, I’m still super happy about it. I really appreciated the professionalism of all tattoo artists there and how they make you feel comfortable

Chuckie Reodica Higley

Clean, very professional, Wade Hex is awesome

Meghan S.

I got a palm tree tattoo done here on my last day in the city. Shop was clean, staff were friendly and super talented. My tattoo was worth every penny!!!

Dani Williams

Professional and Clean. The Artists are Great and understand exactly what you are wanting.

Nicole Amezcua

Not my first tattoo, but by far one of my best experiences. I was a walk-in and they were able to get me in very quickly! The atmosphere is very laid back and friendly. I felt completely comfortable. My tattoo came out even better than I imagined. I am so grateful to the artist, Wade, for adding to the initial design I came to him with because it turned out amazing. Thanks Port City!

Sandy Hong

After accompanying my friend to get her tattoo here, I noticed how clean and professional the place was and how everyone who worked there were able to answer any concerns or questions we had. So today, I decided to get my very first tattoo with JD! I was nervous and pretty tense when the needle touched my skin, so it was completely my fault that the lines weren't as clean. However, JD took the time to clean the lines up and it ended up looking better than the original image. So, everything worked out and I'm glad I decided to go to Port City Tattoo. I highly recommend JD, especially if it's your first time getting inked. He was very accommodating and was not intimidating and standoffish like most tattoo artists can be.

Jay Deez

Sweet tattoo shop in long Beach! Will post a pic later

Mikayla Blackbear

My friend And I went into Port city to get small tattoos, My friend decided to get her tattoo but I had decided not to get the tattoo due to it being a very small tattoo for $150. The gentleman named Wade was very rude and told me not to be talking on my phone when I was not disrupting any customers and not near any customer,He then proceeded to mock m me trying to be sarcastic. Rude , lack of professionalism and not pleasant at all. He then is helping a customers pay , while discussing To the customer that I didn’t Want to pay 150 for a small tattoo and mimic and mock me using a high pitch female tone. I was going to get a Piercing but after seeing how rude he was And one other person that works there I didn’t want to spend my money. I’ll take my money elsewhere!

kelsey Silva

This is the place if you want great tattoo artists Everyone is nice and has their own techniches.Place is very comfortable and great music to listen to.Eli did two of my tattoos and i wouldn't go anywhere else.He is an awesome tattoo artist and a cool person.Once you have had the best, you will forget the rest!!!!!!!

Matt Sanders

Eric Jones (Costa Mesa) is truly a master of his craft! If you're into original neo traditional then look no further!

Vanessa Pezo

This is a great shop. I highly recommend Erika.

Bailey Aiello

Walked in with a simple, small, tattoo idea all ready to go. Spent 10 minutes on the table (results were good) and was charged twice their minimum. About the same price as an hour. When I mentioned my issue with the price they were rude and insisted they charge by the peace and not the hour, while I'm standing right next to the sign that says their hourly price. Do not recommend.

Larissa mangas

Walked in today and they were able to get me in quickly. Everyone was super laid back and easy to talk to. Not my first tattoo, but my largest I've had done. Stephann did a beautiful drawing for me and did a great job executing on my skin. I will definetly be going back to see him again the next time I want a tattoo. He was easy to talk to and I felt very comfortable the entire time. Highly recommend!

Alex SCHEIBE

They do great work, will def. Be back for my next piece

patrick Richards

best tattoo shop in long beach. The end.

Ryan Anderson

I got my wedding band tattooed by Bernard. Staff was very professional and friendly. I was recommended to Port City by s friend and I'll do the same. Thanks!

Steven Costanti

Port city did a great job with my tattoo. They took me right away as a walk in and I was blown away by the work Jack Mauk did! Great atmosphere, clean shop, and awesome artists. I will definitely be going back soon!!!

Caroline Rubio

The artists here are great. Very receptive and talented, and they helped me to figure out who would be the best person to work on my tattoo. The shop is clean an everyone is friendly and welcoming. I found the designing process to be better than at other shops I've been to. My artist took their time to get the design drawn just the way that I wanted it to and didn't get upset when I asked for a couple of things to be tweaked. This is a really creative shop, and seeing a lot of great custom pieces was all of the encouragement that I needed to pick this shop. They aren't just doing flash tattoos. When it came time for my appointment, my artist was great. I've had a few tattoos done before and knew what to expect, but he took the time to be professional about it. Discussion of aftercare was thorough, as it should be. He was efficient with the tattoo and it looks really awesome. I've referred a ton of people to this shop already.

Andrea Schmidt

I could not have had a better experience for my first tattoo! Port City is a very well managed, professional and talented team. Eli designed an image much better than what I had in mind. Looking forward to going back on my next visit to LA!

Winky Boody

From Utah- was in Cali for a few days and wanted to get a tattoo. My best friend and I got tattoos from Uzi at the shop in Long Beach. Great artist and great work on both our tattoos. Super professional staff. They played Pink Floyd The Wall while I got tatted.... super chill. Call ahead and set an appointment cuz they're busy. A plus.

Pauline Ambrose

I've had two tattoos with two different artists at Port City Tattoo Long Beach and I love these guys. They're super professional and the studio is one of the nicest I've ever been to. For this particular tattoo, my sister and I arrived thinking we were just going to have a consult, but we decided to see if they could fit us in right then and there and they did! We were in and out in no time, weren't charged an extortionate amount for a walk-in, and we'll definitely be going back.

B Dowd

Great people here, everyone I spoke to was very courteous and shop is clean and comfortable.

Noah Davis

Staff was very friendly! Went in and told them I wanted a japanese style tattoo and the guy initially knew it was kanji! Once they got the tattoo drawn up it only took a few minutes to get on the table. Eric was quick and talkative which helped with the pain a bit

Dan Par

These guys are so fast and effective. Even though they had a crazy busy day the day I wanted to use them, they still were able to fit me in. They did such an awesome job. This isn't a cheap, crummy type of tattoo. These guys are professionals and it shows!

Bree Casas

This place is seriously the best. This is my 2nd tattoo I've had done here and I love them both. I was a walk in both times and they helped me out right away. Everyone here is super friendly and such rad artists that it makes the experience that much better. Wade did my tattoo and I would definitely recommend him. He's so funny and easy to talk to and makes the time there more enjoyable. Most definitely never going anywhere else but here.

Tim McCollum

Just got a tattoo from JD, great work, walked in no appt. I'll be back for more work.

Mrs No One

Found my forever tattoo shop! The shop was clean, organized and ran smooth from when I walked in to set up my appointment to when I walked out the door. I have three other family members that have gotten work done there by different artists and all of our tattoos are high quality. All of the artist there seemed nice but Erika, the tattoo artist that did mine, was so sweet and caring of what I wanted done. She listened to my idea of what I had wanted/what I didn't want and this beautiful piece is what she created. This is by far not my first tattoo and have been to quite a few different facilities across the U.S. but this is the last tattoo shop I will go to.

Vanessa Sanchez

I am so happy with the outcome of my tattoo and would recommend Port City to anyone! The staff was also very friendly!

Gabrielle Skeels

The studio is very clean and friendly. I loved my artist!! Chris made me feel at ease being this was my first tattoo. My daughter and I are very happy with his work. All the staff was friendly also. Would recommend Chris and the studio to everyone!❤

Briana Zawadzki

Ernie gave me a tattoo, I gave him five stars.

fudoshin bjj

Jack is my dude, my friend Noel works there as a tattoo artist, and when I told him what I wanted, he referred me to jack. Noel could have took my money for a tattoo he wasn't an expert on, but he didn't, he lead me to the guy who knew about the subject i wanted done, very honest and humble for an artist to pass up work like that for the good of the customer. super clean tattoos, light hand and an expert in many fields. he was the only person I spoke to who knew who fudo mayo o was. that was the initial tattoo idea after digging into the history of esoteric shingon Buddhism. very pleased

Christopher Scott

Beautiful work, very happy. Clean and professional. 10/10 would get another one done here.

Vito Sansevero

I have been getting my work from Tom Moser since back in his Gold Rush days. I was surprised when he ventured out and opened up his own shop, but of course I had to get in contact and check out what he had going on. Nothing short of amazing! The shop is clean and located in a great section of town. He has a group of great artists under his umbrella at this shop. After an amazing back piece (Koi fish) I had to have him complete more work with a traditional Horimono (彫り物, 彫物). Now this is a lot of work and I would never get it done unless I was comfortable with the artist and his crew, after all I will be spending lots of time here. With the tattoo craze peaking, it's important to know that this is not the run of the mill tattoo pick and stick shop. Tom and his crew are amongst the best I have interviewed and worked with. You do not feel like you're committing a business transaction, more like your embarking on an amazing journey amongst friends. If you're looking for some awesome traditional, Japanese, or custom work check Port City out. You won't be sorry! I am 1/2 way done with my sleeve and already working with Tom on the second sleeve.

E. Marie

Eric was one of the best tattoos artists I have had the privilege of working with. He was so nice and insightful. Pretty much everyone was super rad here, the tats were amazing and I would certainly come back for some beautiful traditional work. Thanks guys!

Marc Williams

Honest professionals who care about customer happiness

DearDoe

After sifting through a few different google searches for the best shops in Orange County, I kept finding myself being drawn back to Port City's website and their artists. I spent a lot of time in Wade's portfolio, and called to ask about their appointments since I live in HB- I went in later that day to set one up, but I was able to be taken as a walk in- with Wade as my artist! This was only my second tattoo and I was very nervous/excited the whole time- Wade was awesome- he made conversation with my boyfriend and I and customized the design I brought in PERFECTLY. House min is $80, appointments require a $60 deposit, and I believe the hourly rate was $180. This guy is about 3 inches at its widest point and cost $200; wayyyyy better price and quality than a lot of the local shops I know! 10/10 service, I would 1000% recommend these guys- they're my new go to! :)

Marie Timmermeyer

Super friendly, came in with an idea and I had it done the next day. Great atmosphere, the artists - especially Daniel who did my tattoo - seemed to care a lot about their art. Great experience.

Tara Wilson

Found after a Yelp review. Large location. $100 minimum. Had to wait and everyone that came in had to wait. Not sure if just busy location or understaffed. My 4 words $120 script is okay. Clean establishment. Friendly guy that helped me and daughter

SoCalHD

Clean shop, good atmosphere, Ernie Smith does top notch work.

jon moser

I am working on a half sleeve here. every orientation healed perfectly and yh xolor and quality is exceptional. the artists here really know what they are doing.

Katja Dijkhuizen

Walk in today as souvenir by Wade Hex. Thanks for all like the palm trees

Michelle Luper

Very clean friendly staff excellent work!

Troya Joseph

This was actually my first tattoo experience. I was a walk-in and was serviced in little to no time. I went in a little nervous but the atmosphere and my tattoo artist, JD, who was nice enough to take me before his appointment, made me feel super comfortable. Because my artist actually talked to me before the tattoo and got to know the reasons behind me getting the tattoo, he realized a small error I would have overlooked...which would have also been a permanent error if he had not noticed it. So I have to give a really good recommendation to this place. Clean and very professional! With very talented artists.

Moriah Price

This place is so cool! I was a walk-in and they got me in super quick! My tattoo was done by Wade Hex, and I’ve never had such a nice tattoo artist before! He put me at ease and made the experience very comfortable. He listened to exactly what I wanted and the price was affordable and reasonable. I will definitely be coming back here for all future tattoos!

Anna Roberts

Came here for my first tattoo, and it was a wonderful experience! Tim was lovely and has wonderful lines-so happy with my first.

Joshua Maw

The artist Uzi did an excellent job, Awesome experience for my first tattoo.

Shunara Creel

I wanted a Memorial tattoo in memory of my granny for her birthday in which is today. I screenshot tattoos and Google tattoo shops near me. I go and I greeted immediately and feel so comfortable. I show the picture to I have to DJ he said how him an hour to draw it out. Needless to say I'm happy a d so pleases with my ink work and DJ he ROCKS REAL COOL GUY AND HIS SKILLS ARE MADE CRAZY. Looking forward to next that #evenmymothergottat

Daniela Vedin

Very nice and clean establishment. You walk in and the waiting area is clean, roomy and comfortable. I love how you have to wait to go in the back with your own artist. Keeps the establishment well organized. They have party's too , that's awesome. Great music.

Anthony Campos-Valles

Great experience

Maria Irra

It was my husband's and I first tattoos. We were very nervous until we had a talked with JD St Berdoo. He made us feel very comfortable. He talked to us about our piece and how it would look better. The day of our tattoos he welcomed us and took the time to explained how does the machine works

Chad Geller

Ernie did an amazing job on my tattoo. He did matching tattoos for my brother and I. This is my second time here and I will be coming back for more. Thanks Ernie!!

Joshua Hilleary

These guys are great!

Christopher Rodriguez

Got my free Arby's tattoo picture

Mia White

I went to Port City Tattoo for first time since my last tattoo was in 2014... Wade did it awesome job doing this beautiful memorial tattoo... Highly recommend to go that place!!!

Erica L

It was very easy to get a walk-in appointment for this tattoo. I told the artist what I wanted and was in and out in under an hour. Very pleased. Thank you!

Mabel Sansevero

My husband has been getting tattooed on by Tom Moser for a few years now (first when he was at Gold Rush in Costa Mesa and now at his own shop Port City Tattoo in Long Beach). He has gotten an entire back piece done (30+ hours) and now working on his sleeves (so far another 12+ hours put in) with Tom. Naturally when it came to my turn to get work done, I came to Tom Moser. I had a sentimental piece done on my forearm when my father passed away. Although it looked simple in nature, I am beyond pleased with the quality of the lines and ink. I've gotten numerous compliments on it, both here in the US as well as when I travel outside the country. Recently I got another tattoo on my wrist done by another artist that works at Port City Tattoo, Jack Mauk. This one turned out very crisp and clean, his line work is very steady and he's gentle on the needle. My tattoo healed in very minimal time. I've had two really great experiences with two different artists at this shop, I absolutely recommend this shop to anyone who's interested in getting a tattoo.

Paije Kantor

Got my first tattoo here as a walk in. Very clean environment and Chris was super nice and great at explaining the process. It made the whole experience stress-free and enjoyable!

Andrew Flores

Went in there on a walk-in and I was tatted by Uzi. He did an amazing job, and had a great experience. I will definitely be back for more tatts.The shop looks truly amazing and i higly recommend Port City Tattoo.

Andrea Kohler

Excellent place, treated us great. Tattoo was done free for promotion for Arby's.

Michael WolfGadsby

Very clean shop and helpful staff, got me through my first rib piece quickly and it looks great! Do recommend

Alison Waddles

Got my first tattoo by Wade Hex. He was super nice and made my tattoo look even better than I hoped for.

Kenny Sergio

Excelente atención, pronto cuadrare mi cita para mi tatuaje

Erin Khong

I got my first tattoo here and it was an awesome experience! The artist and staff were so helpful and patient. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience with getting my first tattoo.

Denise Gwennap

Friendly staff, top-notch tattoos, good pricing.

Sam Dijkhuizen

Went for a walk in and walked out in under an hour. It was my first so I was quite nervous but JD was very friendly and professional. Would probably return here if I were to get another!

kristopher heid

Excellent service! They got me in right away on a walk-in. Great line work and perfect coloring! I cannot remember my artists name but I was the one with the Blue Mandalorian Skull

Karia Brown

This place is fantastic! Excellent work. I love my new work! Thank you, Tim McAlary!!

Charlie Abarca

Loved this place, very clean and organized. But it's the artist that are Amazing.

lincoln walty

Uzi Montgomery is very talented artist that works with you all the way through your tattoo. I will be back very soon. Thank you Uzi & all the homies @ Port City Tattoo

Angelina Federle

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Karen Boos

Very clean. The people were sp nice.

Jacob Campbell

The best tattoo artists work here, Eli Morris, being one of them. Book in advance to get his amazing styles blasted on your flesh

daniel hicks

Referred by a friend to get my first tattoo here and I am so glad I did. It turned out amazing and the awesome workers made it an amazing experience.

Barbara Mae Waring

This was my third tattoo at Port City Tattoo, but first time at the Long Beach location and it was easily my best tattoo experience so far. I was tattooed by Jack Mauk who is an amazing artist and super-stellar human. He perfectly designed the tattoo as I had envisioned it and did an absolutely amazing job with the shading and color. It’s easily my best tattoo yet. The actual experience getting tattooed by Jack was also one of the best. We vibed super well and ended up chatting the whole time which really made me feel relaxed. I can’t wait to get my next tattoo with Jack!

Tyler Gibson

First time getting a tattoo done by a Gent named JD. Loved the product and the area was clean and a nice atmosphere.

Rebecca H. Morales

My artist was awesome. I visited as a walk-in discusses the tattoo on the spot with the artist, he drew it fairly quickly (even did a second drawing to for the space I asked for) and put love of art into the artwork. Would definitely visit again and recommend to anyone looking for a tat shop in Long Beach/LA.

Debbie Evans

My daughter and I had our memorial tattoos done by JD and Eric. I wish I could post the beautiful tattoos on the review's, but I don't see where I can show you their work. MY son died in a fatal car crash and my daughter's twin brother, so we are so greatful that we found theses fabulous artist to remember Jacob with. I would recommend Port City Tattoos to everyone, they will make you happy! Actually, I will be back for my third tattoo. Thank you JD and Eric! Deb Evans XX Artist Eli, did the tattoo cover up with mama bear. Eli did a great job in two settings. If you need a cover up, Eli is your man. Deb XX

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For a tattoo the size of my palm they charged 300 dollars and it took them only about 45 mins. Since than, Ive been to shops that would have done the same work for half that cost. Single color, simple design. I suggest you shop around a lot more.. this place is about as corporate as a tattoo shop can get and have the money and location to charge whatever they want.

kelsey ansbro

Definitely a great place to go! The staff were all awesome- joking with us as soon as we walked in and made us (my friend and I) feel comfortable and at ease. It was a spur of the moment decision to go get the tattoos and we looked up the best place to go- and we were not disappointed!! When it comes time for another, I'll be heading back!

Katelyn Delapaz

Great experience! The shop is really clean and spacious. Eli did my first tattoo and I am really happy with the result. Amazing artist.

KLEI IANNUCCI

I had my first tattoo at Port City Tattoo they Rocked my needs left shoulder from Tom. He's incredibly awesome love

Athena Jauregui

Eli did an awesome job! Love the music and atmosphere made the time fly by. A week and it's healing up nicely.

SandG beach

Eli Morris is the best at his craft! Very happy with my tattoo, great vibes and a cool shop. Highly recommend