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Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach logoHow 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.95SCORE

Above 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.

SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach is better than 96% of piercing studios.A
96
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach is better than 94% of piercing studios.A
94
Craft & serviceCraft & service · 0% of the scoreGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach is better than 89% of piercing studios.A
89
ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach is better than 100% of piercing studios.A
100
MomentumMomentum · 0% of the scorePenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach is better than 100% of piercing studios.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach is better than 95% of piercing studios.A
95

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Customers hired Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach for 8 kinds of job.

Above All Tattoo - Pacific Beach for tattoo design

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.110
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.98
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$100–150
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$119–$290
Rank for this jobPosition of this company in the Job match ranking for this job among the companies we track.Its Job match: 91/100.How Job match is calculatedBuilt only from reviews Google tagged “Tattoo design”:Stars on this job 55%Number of such jobs 25%Overall Experts Score 20%Stars are pulled toward the category average when a company has few tagged jobs, so 3 perfect reviews don’t beat 80 great ones. 4.3★ scores 0, 5.0★ scores full. Volume is compared with the busiest company for this job.#5 / 30

All 110 Google reviews tagged “Tattoo design” · showing 20

JenLocal Guide · 103 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a month ago★★★★★

Tattoo turned out great. Details are amazing. Had no issues with any scabs & healing fantastic!

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Paid $50–100Tattoo design
yuzu2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★

Great service! Andrew was really nice and helpful when figuring out how to revise my given design.

Paid $100–150Fine line tattoosTattoo designTattoos
Noah1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Had a quick and amazing time with Andrew!

Customer photo from Noah's review
Paid $100–150Tattoo design
IvonneLocal Guide · 7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I am a super happy and satisfied client with the work that Waffle did on my tattoo. The first one for me personally, I can say that they have excellent service, the best quality and are super professional. 100% recommended to all my friends and acquaintances and everyone in my networks.

Customer photo from Ivonne's reviewCustomer photo from Ivonne's reviewCustomer photo from Ivonne's review
Paid $350–400Tattoo cover-ups & reworkingsColor ink tattoosTattoo aftercare
Angel4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Andrew is a super chill dude came in w an idea & gave me exactly what I wanted super gentle artist as well barely had any pain when he did the tattoo

Paid $250–300Tattoo designTattoos
Emma8 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Marc did the most amazing job on this mini mask for my finger!! I can’t believe how perfectly it healed and how easy the whole process was. He was so fun to work with, and I couldn’t have picked a better spot to get a tattoo. If I lived in PB, I would be a weekly regular here!! Incredible experience and technique,…

Paid $150–200Color ink tattoosFine line tattoosTattoo design
Adam5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I had an idea for a tattoo for a few years but kept putting it off for one reason or another. I recently sketched it and decided to walk in to Above All Tattoo based on reviews I saw online and a buddy of mine that had work done by Waffles. I saw Waffles at the shop, and I showed and explained my idea to him. I…

Paid $350–400Tattoo designTattoos
cristina3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Marc, such a great guy got me in quick, the work space nice and clean. He listened to what I wanted. Would 100% recommend.

Paid $50–100Tattoo design
Joshua2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Tony is a very talented artist he does quick but accurate to detail work

Paid $100–150Fine line tattoosTattoo designMale tattoos
Victoria1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Came to get my first tattoo a couple days ago, the service was awesome, everyone was so nice especially Tony!! Great guy and great work!

Paid $100–150Fine line tattoosTattoo designFemale tattoos
Mike1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I recently got a tattoo from Kipper at Above All Tattoo and as always, he did a great job. I’ve been going to him over the last 11 years and the detail and care he puts into his work is unparalleled. I will continue to go to him and I recommend him 100%.

Paid $500+Tattoo designTattoos
Jasmine7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Kipper is the best !! Made me feel comfortable and did amazing on my tattoo. Definitely a great place to stop by or schedule with. They accepted me and my brother as a walk in and we were taken in right away.

Paid $350–400Tattoo design
Diana7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

I had the best experience Above All Tattoo. My best friend and I went in to get matching tattoos and they came out amazing. Kipper took his time and was very professional. I recommend asking for him if you are looking for a good tattoo artist.

Paid $200–250TattoosTattoo design
TamieLocal Guide · 258 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Thanks for sealing our girls trip with our symbolic tattoos! "Love yourself first & my story continues"

Paid $100–150TattoosTattoo design
Bri-Bri1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Did a walk-in with my friends to get a friendship tattoo. We needed some help figuring out my tattoo design and Marc came up with a design and I loved it. Marc’s a really cool guy and he chatted with me while he worked on my tattoo. I think he did a nice job and the place a very clean and tidy, which is always a plus.

Paid $50–100TattoosTattoo design
Isabella3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Tony was so awesome! I got a matching tattoo with my mom - her signature daisy- and it turned out better than I imagined. Will definitely be going back for my next tattoo! Thank you team!! :) <3

TattoosTattoo design
Jewel2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Came in as a walk in Tuesday evening and I was greeted joyfully and taken care of. I showed them an idea I wanted and they exceeded my expectations. I will definitely be going back! 10/10 do recommend

Paid $200–250TattoosTattoo design
AustinLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Kipper is a fantastic artist to work with, he's super professional, efficient, and his knack for American traditional is amazing. I don't sit super well, and he was super patient with me about that, which is a plus in my book! His rates are super fair for his level of expertise, and if I was a local, He would be my only artist!

Paid $200–250TattoosTattoo design
Lisa7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★

Kipper was wonderful ! Tattoo wonderful !

Paid $200–250Tattoo design
Jaina6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 years ago★★★★★

First tattoo and wanted simple, fine lines. Mau designed it and did awesome work! We had great conversation the whole time and he made me feel at ease. So happy I went to him!

Paid $50–100TattoosTattoo design

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Price

$146+16% vs typical piercing studios

Bar = middle half of what customers paid · gold mark = category median.

Price verdictsGoogle asks reviewers whether the price was great, reasonable or overpriced; these are their answers.

Great price 0%Reasonable 0%Overpriced 0%Not sure 0%

Jobs customers hired them for

JobReviewsCategory typical
Tattoos265$114–$277
Tattoo design110$119–$290
Piercings60$52–$96
Ear piercing33$62–$132
Fine line tattoos32$108–$170
Nose piercing30$52–$88
Female tattoos19$124–$469
Custom tattoo lettering17$114–$222

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