16 studios · avg 4.8★
Traditional Tattoo Artists in Chicago, IL
Chicago, IL has 16 traditional tattoo studios listed on GetInked. Traditional tattooing is known for bold outlines, solid color fills, and iconic flash imagery rooted in early American tattoo culture. Traditional shops here average 4.8★ across GetInked reviews.
Chicago Ink is a custom tattoo and body piercing studio in Chicago whose artists work in realism, Japanese, tribal, traditional, l…
Legacy Tattoo Chicago opened in 2019 at 2828 N Milwaukee Ave, aiming to bridge street-shop aesthetic with custom-shop quality in a…
Premiere custom tattoo studio with locations in Crystal Lake and Chicago. The Chicago location on N Milwaukee Ave features residen…
Electric Souvenir is a Chicago tattoo shop at 3080 N Elston Ave (Avondale) whose artists, including Andrew Mongenas, specialize in…
Deluxe Tattoo is a long-running Chicago tattoo shop (26+ years) handling everything from small pieces to full sleeves, with 5-star…
Brown Brothers Tattoo is a family shop in Humboldt Park, Chicago with over 100 years of combined experience, offering walk-ins and…
Ultimate Sin Tattoo/Piercing Parlor is a tattoo and piercing shop at 4116 W North Ave in Chicago's Humboldt Park, offering America…
Stay Lucky Tattoo is a Chicago studio at 3527 S Halsted St in Bridgeport, offering traditional, blackwork, and custom work plus af…
Chicago Ink is a custom tattoo and body piercing studio in Chicago whose artists work in realism, Japanese, tribal, traditional, l…
West Loop shop steeped in Chicago tattoo history with a collection of vintage flash and memorabilia.
A tattoo shop at 2125 W. Belmont Ave, Chicago, IL offering professional traditional and custom tattoos, open every day 12pm-8pm wi…
Crybaby Tattoo is a queer-owned tattoo shop in Chicago's Pilsen neighborhood focused entirely on tattooing (no piercing), with art…
Unique tattoo shop in Chicago's Tri-Taylor district at 1133 S Western Ave, offering custom tattoo designs with a comfortable atmos…
BlackGate Tattoo is a Chicago studio at 1837 S State St whose signature style blends traditional Chinese art with modern Western i…
Chicago tattoo studio open since 2010 with two locations (Bridgeport and Chinatown); head artist Hori Fong specializes in Japanese…
Chicago Tattoo & Piercing Co. is Illinois' oldest tattoo and body piercing studio, on W Belmont Ave in Chicago (Rosemont), tracing…
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many traditional tattoo artists are in Chicago, IL?
There are 16 traditional tattoo studios listed in Chicago, IL on GetInked. Each profile shows style details, ratings, and — for claimed shops — direct booking.
What is traditional tattooing?
Traditional tattooing is known for bold outlines, solid color fills, and iconic flash imagery rooted in early American tattoo culture.
How do I find the best traditional tattoo artist in Chicago?
Browse the Chicago traditional listings on GetInked, compare ratings and reviews, and click through to each studio's profile to view portfolios before booking.
Can I book a traditional tattoo appointment in Chicago on GetInked?
Yes. Studios that have claimed their GetInked profile accept direct booking — look for the "Book" button on a shop's page. Unclaimed listings show contact info so you can reach the shop directly.