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Review from Google · view on Googleartist eduardo did amazing, love my tattoo so much! clean, hygienic & quick! 10/10✨
Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio
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 64%92+58.4Reliability 28%89+25.1Replies to reviews 8%100+8.2Experts Score= 92Not enough data for value; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.92SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#27 of 49 piercing studiosPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 46%
4.9 ★★★★★ 562 Google reviews · 24 photos
97%five-star reviews
4.94★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
1.5%1–2★ in 2 yearsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
98%reviews answered by the owner
$146typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).
Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio at a glance
Google reviewers rate Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio 4.9 out of 5 based on 562 reviews, with the owner responding to 98% of them. Customers frequently praise the clean environment, professional communication, and high-quality execution of various tattoo styles. However, several low-star reviews highlight recurring issues regarding unexpected price increases, appointment no-shows, and inaccurate online information regarding business hours and locations.
- Google rating: 4.9 out of 5 from 562 reviews (97% five-star).
- Reviews on this page: 562 Google reviews (505 with written comments, 109 with photos).
- Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
- Most recent review: October 25, 2026.
- Service: Piercing Studio serving San Diego, California.
Data from Google, last updated October 26, 2026.
Score profile vs other piercing studios
Score per factor (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: momentum and replies to reviews; weakest: reliability.
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.Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio: 92/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
92
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.Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio: 89/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
89
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 100.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises 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.Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.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.Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 79.A
100
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Star ratings
562 Google reviews we collected
- 5 stars54397%
- 4 stars71%
- 3 stars20%
- 2 stars00%
- 1 star102%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 505 written reviews
- Praise58799%
- Complaints81%
Price
What customers reported paying
$146+16% vs typical piercing studios
Middle half of what 291 customers paid ($103–$253) · gold mark = category median.
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
- Quality & results18030%
- Staff & attitude16027%
- Would recommend10117%
- Speed & response9716%
- Communication254%
- Price & value234%
- Honesty & trust92%
What customers talk about
We read 505 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Great experience and atmosphere for getting my first tattoo.”
“Very inconvenient very inconsiderate very unreliable and very sloppy.”
“Anka is incredibly talented, professional, and pays close attention to every detail.”
“Highly recommend to anyone looking for high-quality tattoo work.”
“good vibes all around, as well as good and fast work!”
“She was very gentle and communicative throughout the process.”
“Would recommend coming here prices were reasonable especially being in downtown and the times they are open is convenient.”
“Amazing people and artists ANKA was super sweet talented and kind and didn't over charge”
“She was patient, talented, and genuinely cared about making sure I loved it.”
People customers mention
- Mario 30 reviews
- Ethan 28 reviews
- Miguel 18 reviews
- Anka 17 reviews
- Eduardo 5 reviews
- Jonathan 5 reviews
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Reviews for your job
Customers hired Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.
Recent priced reviews
Javier3 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. · 8 hours ago★★★★★
Excellent experience from start to finish! Anka is incredibly talented, professional, and pays close attention to every detail. The quality of the work is outstanding, with clean lines and amazing precision. You can definitely tell that a lot of pride and dedication goes into every tattoo. The entire experience was…
Paid $200–250Abstract tattoos
Brooke3 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 days ago★
I don’t even want to leave a star and I don’t even leave reviews but this has my blood boiling. This place is highway robbery Mario did a palm size tattoo for $650 took full advantage of a 19 year old service member that had never gotten a tattoo. I have plenty of tattoos myself and a family member with the same…
Paid $500+
Jacob1 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. · 4 days ago★★★★★
Ethan did a great job very patient with me through the whole process and had some sick ass ideas
Paid $500+Abstract tattoos
soam2 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. · Edited a week ago★★★
Very friendly and communicative. Though the tattoo i got (which is a bird) doesn’t have the tail it has in the photo i showed for example, and the beak isn’t colored in. When i walked in I explained my budget was around $200, after they were done with the tattoo they said it’ll be $300 each. I so happen to comply in…
Paid $250–300Color ink tattoosTattoo design
Reagan1 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
Messaged the number listed for a walk in that night and got an immediate response. Place was very clean and loved the decor. I got a semi-colon butterfly behind my ear and the pain was minimal. I would definitely come here again.
Paid $100–150Tattoo designTattoos
carolyn1 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. · 3 weeks ago★★★★★
Ethan did birthday tattoos for me and my sister! Turned out great! Thanks so much!
Paid $100–150
Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Tattoos | 125 | $114–$277 |
| Color ink tattoos | 49 | $114–$271 |
| Tattoo design | 48 | $119–$290 |
| Tattoo aftercare | 21 | — |
| Abstract tattoos | 20 | $126–$310 |
| Solid black work tattoos | 20 | $86–$198 |
| Female tattoos | 16 | $124–$469 |
| Tattoo cover-ups & reworkings | 10 | $132–$310 |
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Customer reviews
4.9 ★★★★★ 562 reviews on Google · rating breakdown
Reviews from Google, shown as published (original wording, unedited).
Jobs customers hired them for — from Google's service tags and the review text
Team members customers mention
Javier Espinoza3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Javier has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleExcellent experience from start to finish! Anka is incredibly talented, professional, and pays close attention to every detail. The quality of the work is outstanding, with clean lines and amazing precision. You can definitely tell that a lot of pride and dedication goes into every tattoo. The entire experience was comfortable, professional, and exceeded my expectations. Highly recommend to anyone looking for high-quality tattoo work. Definitely a 5-star experience!
- Price: $200–250
- Services: Abstract tattoos
Chris Downey1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Chris has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleGreat experience and atmosphere for getting my first tattoo. Thanks Anka
Dan GuerreroLocal Guide · 15 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dan has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleEduardo was really patient and professional.
- Price: $500+
jarea cooper6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews jarea has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleMystero is the man!!!! Check him out.
- Price: $150–200
Adam Santos
Review from Google · view on GoogleThe tattoo artist was great
- Price: $500+
Tonekup Coats2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Tonekup has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleThis place is amazing! Came in as a walk in and walked out happy!!
Jacob Harness2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jacob has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Googlemystero, Great Tattoo, done very well and looks amazing
Brooke Murphy3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brooke has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleI don’t even want to leave a star and I don’t even leave reviews but this has my blood boiling. This place is highway robbery Mario did a palm size tattoo for $650 took full advantage of a 19 year old service member that had never gotten a tattoo. I have plenty of tattoos myself and a family member with the same tattoo for a quarter of the price. You should be ashamed of yourself.
- Price: $500+
Response from the owner · a day ago
Hi Brooke, thank you for sharing your feedback. I appreciate you taking the time to speak with me directly about your concerns regarding the price of your son's tattoo. I understand that our pricing may have been higher than you expected. At Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio, we pride ourselves on providing a premium tattoo experience in downtown San Diego. Our pricing reflects the experience and skill of our artists, the quality of our work, the professional environment we maintain, and the cost of operating a studio in this location. Tattoo pricing can vary significantly depending on the artist, design, size, detail, and location. While we understand that our rates may not align with everyone's expectations or budget, we stand behind the value and quality of the services we provide. I'm sorry that our conversation didn't resolve your concerns, but I do appreciate the opportunity we had to discuss them. We wish you and your son all the best. — Management, Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio
Alexander Howard5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Alexander has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on GoogleIt was a great first tattoo by Mario real chill guy
- Price: $450–500
- Services: Abstract tattoos
Response from the owner · a day ago
Thank you, Alexander! We're glad you had a great experience getting your first tattoo with Mario! He's a talented artist, and we're happy he made your first tattoo experience comfortable and enjoyable. We appreciate you choosing Rock Bottom Tattoo Studio here in downtown San Diego and taking the time to leave us a 5-star review. Enjoy your new ink, and we hope to see you again soon!
Business details
- Address: 101 Park Plz Ste 151, San Diego, CA 92101
- Phone: (619) 432-4288
- Website: rockbottomtattoostudio.com
- Service area: San Diego, CA