How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 55%96+52.4Reliability 24%94+22.8Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%95+6.7Craft & service penalty89−1.1Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCOREAbove All Tattoo - Pacific Beach
San Diego, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #20Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 49 piercing studios · 4.9★ from 932 Google reviews
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Percentile vs other piercing studios (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: value and momentum; weakest: craft & service.
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Customers hired Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach for 8 kinds of job.
Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach for custom tattoo lettering
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Not only was the tattoo great, but so was marcs personality, we were talking the whole time it wasn’t awkward and he was very nice, gave us care instructions, asked if we were allergic to anything, 10/10 recommend getting tattooed here great prices too for amazing work!!
Great experience, tattoo came out great
I love my tattoo! Alex was my tattoo artist and he did an amazing job. I drew a design and he matched it perfectly. Thank you so much. I will be returning for an addition.
Very professional and clean shop! Tony did an awesome job on my tat and was great company while he distracted me from the discomfort of 10,000 needle punctures into my arm! I’ve all great experience and would totally go back!
Loved tony a lot. I got writing tattooed on my arm, and he was very gentle just a cool person. It was a walk in, so it was very impulsive of me lol but def will be coming back for Tony for my future tattoos. The best.
Niko was very patient with me and my first tattoo. We made a few test but the outcome was exactly what I wanted…thank you Niko!
I had Tony he work very well with me. He was very friendly and welcoming. It was my first tattoo and he helped me all the way through. Gave me great aftercare instructions. Also, was very available if I had any questions afterwards.
amazing work done by arjun. super professional, quick, with attention to detail. thank you!
Arjun did an amazing job! He was super friendly and easy going, didn’t mind when I had to change my mind on sizing and even the most intricate details and had to restencil the design. Amazing patience and an even more amazing artist. He free hand drew mountains to expand on an existing tattoo and it literally could…
Niko was very welcoming and helped me decide what kind of tattoo to do. It was my first tattoos.:)) I am older lady that didn’t fulfilled her dreams earlier in life, so having tattoo was very meaningful for me because I always wanted to have it. I was very pleased with Niko’s professionalism and kindness. I think he…
I’ve got all 3 of my tattoos at Above All Tattoo and there’s a reason why I keep coming back for more. Every single one of their artists and piercers are so nice and welcoming. Tony is my guy, he does it all. He’s extremely nice and down to earth guy and he is just an artistic genius with a very light hand. If I could give them 10 stars I definitely would.
I came in as a walk in and got to work with Niko for my tattoo, he drew it up in a few minutes and really took his time to ensure the placement and line work was perfect! We had a great conversation and he made me feel super comfortable! My tattoo came out beautiful and was exactly what I wanted. Will definitely be…
Cool af, tony rocks 💪
My husband and I were walking down Garnet Street talking about possibly getting a tattoo. We were celebrating our 32nd anniversary and we like to get tattoos when we travel and also to commemorate celebrations. Chopper and Arjun were taking a break on the bench out front, and chopper asked if we were looking to get…
Niko was wonderful! Very friendly, attentive, and quick! My tattoo was quite small and simple but he still took the time to make sure it’s exactly what I wanted😊
So friendly! Got up in an out with great art. Did exactly what I wanted:)
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Tattoos | 265 | $114–$277 |
| Tattoo design | 110 | $119–$290 |
| Piercings | 60 | $52–$96 |
| Ear piercing | 33 | $62–$132 |
| Fine line tattoos | 32 | $108–$170 |
| Nose piercing | 30 | $52–$88 |
| Female tattoos | 19 | $124–$469 |
| Custom tattoo lettering | 17 | $114–$222 |
