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 piercings
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Waffles was very professional and accommodating. Fit us in last minute. Made us feel comfortable. As an RN, he’s got great bedside manner. Explained the procedure thoroughly and after care. Would recommend!!
Quick and easy piercing, got a septum. I would say I had a good experience! However, the piercing was pretty expensive for a septum.
Best piercing shop i've ever been to! Travelled here from Arizona for a concert, I'd decided I wanted to get a piercing before I left. The piercer and Tattoo artist that were in today were both super friendly, piercer was very nice about placement and was super professional, fun, and carried conversation with me…
Waffles pierced my belly button and it was such a fun easy process!! He was absolutely amazing! I highly recommend this shop to everyone!! They are all very professional
Walked in a few weeks ago and got my nose pierced! Super super fast and clean (also very affordable), I would definitely come back for Waffles again!
I went a couple of days ago, I got recommended from another tattoo shop near by. They had great service as well as great customer service. I got my belly pierced, he finished in less than 5 minutes, afterwards he thoroughly explained the cleaning process. Overall a great experience and will be coming back!
Amazing shop! Waffles was so kind and helpful I greatly appreciate the work he did for me!
I had a great experience getting my belly button and nose pierced by waffles. The shop was clean and I felt confident in the information given about how to take care of my piercings. I've had issues healing in the past, but so far I've had no issues. My belly button was re-pierced since I took it out during…
I got my belly button pierced by Waffles. He did an awesome job! It was very quick and easy. You can tell he is a professional and has the costumers best interest in mind. I would definitely recommend.
Amazing experience. Got pierced by Waffles and he got me all set up and was done really quick. He also showed me how to care for my piercing. Will definitely be going back for more!
One of the best experiences i’ve had in a tattoo shop! I got my doubles by scooter who made sure i loved the placement before he did it. The whole vibe and experience of this shop is amazing. I plan on coming back near the end of summer for another piercing!
Love my new piercing! Scooter did a great job and took time to consider the best way to make my piercing look perfect! Highly recommend!
I went to see Scooter for a piercing and he was incredible. So professional and fun. He made it such a memorable experience for my friend and me. I will definitely be going back to him for my next one!
I had such a great time! The hole crew made me feel extremely comfortable! I am sooo happy with my decision! My gentleman did a fantastic job! Can’t wait to come back!
Scooter was awesome and super helpful to my friend and me. If my ears have any more room for piercings, I’m going back to him!
Scooter was a really helpful, informative, and solid guy. Made the process quick and painless. Would definitely recommend this spot.
got a tongue piercing here, scooter did a great job ! the bar is the perfect size, and it was quick and easy for a walk in would definitely come back
I went into the shop for a labret piercing and Scooter helped me out. Very easygoing guy and was very attentive to detail, which was great because I was fixing an old piercing that was in the wrong position. It’s now been a few weeks and I love my piercing! Great placement and the healing process is very easy. Will…
Amazing service and gave me lots of information for aftercare on my piercing! Scooter is great!
Great experience for a last minute piercing. Friendly, fast, and hygienic.
Scooter was so professional, attentive to detail, and very knowledgeable about piercings. Would highly recommend!!
I shared this review on yelp but wanted to repost over here because it was such a solid experience. I went with my fiancé to get a new cartilage piercing and jewelry for my conch after not wearing one for awhile. We were referred by their sister store (also very nice people) and walking in the door the environment…
got my took pierced and had a great experience!
Scooter was very professional and was very helpful in picking where I wanted my piercing. He even showed me how it would look in different places and if I replaced it with a hoop.
I 100% recommend getting piercings done by Scooter! He made the entire process go by smooth. I was scared going in but left feeling relieved!
I got my vertical labret done by scooter and it was amazing thank you.
I got my belly button pierced the day after my 18th this year , 3 months ago it’s finally healed ! scooter was so cool made my experience very nice and memorable and I remember I paid in cash and he didn’t have change and he let me have the extra 10 he was all around an awesome person and i wanna come back for my nose and ashley
Great experience here! I went to Scooter for a belly piercing and it came out so good! He explained the entire process as well as after care very thoroughly and I was extremely satisfied with the outcome! Definitely recommending my friends here for their piercing’s!
Scooter was an amazing piercer, he made sure my belly piercing was in the perfect spot plus he made great conversation. The pricing was reasonable and it healed up nicely, I can’t wait to get my other piercings done by him.
Scooter was awesome he carefully and quickly lined up the piercing and put the needle through and showed proper cleaning and maintenance for the piercing. The shop overall was welcoming and pretty funny, just joking around with everyone while maintaining a professional appearance. Great atmosphere and chill people.
Scooter was funny, professional, and educated!
On a whim, I decided to pierce my nose. I walked in to Above All Tattoo and they were able to accommodate me right away. Everything was super clean and everyone was extremely nice. Scooter was really professional and made me feel super comfortable about everything. Would definitely recommend seeing him for future piercings!
I've been to Above All several times now and every time Arjun has done a great job. Would definitely recommend.
Scooter did a phenomenal with my nose and septum piercing! Very clear with the cleaning instructions and explained what was happening! I will definitely go again!:)
Scooter did an amazing job with my double helix! He told me the pros and cons of various placements and took into account the type of jewelry I would want to wear. He made sure the measurements were perfect and the piercings were even, horizontal, and parallel. And the piercing itself was super quick and barely hurt. Awesome!
Had a rad experience with Tony as usual. Easy to communicate with and great tattoo work.
I called couple places and above all Tattoo accepted a walk in on Saturday, Scooter was my piercer and was very patient and professionnel, knowledgeable , took his time with me , he even made my son who is 3yrs very confortable. I highly recommend this place and will go back.
Great experience was nervous about getting my septum pierced but he was reassuring and he taught me a lot about my piercing would definitely recommend to others
super great experience! took the time to make my piercing perfect and it looks great and feels great. thanks :)
Scooter is absolutely amazing! Highly recommend
Price
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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 |
