Experts Reviews · Company report
San Diego Tattoo Company 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%95+51.8Reliability 24%95+23Value 14%97+13.7Replies to reviews 7%37+2.6Craft & service penalty98−0.2Experts Score= 91Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.91SCORE

San Diego Tattoo Company

San Diego, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #29Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 49 piercing studios · 4.9★ from 947 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: momentum and craft & service; weakest: replies to reviews.

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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 95% of piercing studios.A
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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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 95% of piercing studios.A
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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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 98% of piercing studios.A
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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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 97% of piercing studios.A
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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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 100% of piercing studios.A
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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.San Diego Tattoo Company is better than 37% of piercing studios.D
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Customers hired San Diego Tattoo Company for 8 kinds of job.

San Diego Tattoo Company for piercings

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Jobs reviewedHow many Google reviews are tagged with this job.125
★ on this jobAverage stars on the reviews where the customer tagged this exact job (Google’s “Services” field).4.95
Usually paidThe price range customers picked most often for this job.$50–100
Category typicalWhat the middle half of customers paid for this job across all companies in the category.$52–$96
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 “Piercings”: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.#3 / 23

All 125 Google reviews tagged “Piercings” · showing 40

Kelly2 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. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Danny did my nose piercing and he was very calm and professional and took his time.

Paid $50–100PiercingsNose piercing
Kayla5 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. · 10 months ago★★★★★

Danny did my piercing and the was very calm ! He made sure to include the entire process so there was no confusion. I was scared and him and my friend talk me through the entire process! 10/10 would recommend Danny!

Piercings
Mia2 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★★★★★

got my belly button pierced with danny!! super quick and easy, talked me through the whole thing and made sure everything was okay. really professional and very welcoming space.

Paid $50–100Piercings
Nicolle7 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★★★★★

Love the vibe at this shop! Danny was very approachable and friendly, answered all of our various questions, and was extremely patient in my very pick placement of my nose piercing. He was professional, clean, and thorough throughout the piercing process. I would definitely go back if I were in the area and wanted…

Paid $100–150PiercingsBody modificationNose piercing
FiorellaLocal Guide · 102 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★★★★★

I loved my experience with Danny. I got a nose piercing from him & he made the process so easy and painless. Super clean shop, very professional people. I'm coming back for more piercings!

Paid $50–100Piercings
SOPHIA1 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 got my first piercing here and they did an amazing job! Definitely coming back next time I’m in town. Never felt more safe and comfortable at the end of a needle, thanks Danny!!!!!!!

Paid $50–100Piercings
Belle3 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 got my belly button pierced here a few days ago and it was super easy, clean, and quick! He was super precise about marking where he was going to pierce me and he was super clean during the process too. Would definitely recommend!

Paid $50–100PiercingsNavel piercing
Amber4 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★★★★★

Love it, perfectly pierced. Thanks Danny!

Paid $50–100Piercings
Serenity1 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★★★★★

Very good spot, good location and good customer service! I got my belly button pierced and it was a very easy process and seems to be healing well.

Paid $50–100Piercings
Bella7 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 incredible experience here! i was so nervous going in but the piercing was quick, painless and my piercer was so friendly! i would 100% recommend this place🩷🩷🩷

Piercings
elli2 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★★★★★

Great place, great vibes, and great people!! :)

Piercings
Brenda6 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★★★★★

Amazing all around! So helpful beginning to end. Absolutely loved Danny who pierced my nose. I’ll be heading back for a new tattoo soon! Thank you- brenda

Piercings
gwyn1 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. · Edited a year ago★★★★★

Danny was a great piercer , educated on what he was doing and let me have a second to calm my nerves which really helped. Almost painless and great jewelry selection as-well :) was very communicative and helped reassure any concerns i had. I love my Ashley!!!

Paid $50–100Piercings
Bunny1 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★★★★★

kind people here :) i got my mantis done and it came out really cute thank you danny very epic

Piercings
Connie2 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 got a nose piercing done by Danny. It was wonderful service and Danny did a wonderful job accommodating me and my 3 other friends, 2 of which also got piercings done by him. He was really thoughtful throughout the entire process and super open minded about the changes we wanted to make about the placement of my…

Paid $100–150PiercingsBody modificationNose piercing
Bianca1 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★★★★★

Got a pair of nipple piercings done by Danny - very professional, welcoming, and made the whole process quick and easy. Piercings look great ! :)

Paid $100–150PiercingsBody modification
Patrick6 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★★★★★

Danny did my rook piercing, he was super friendly and it was soo quick/easy. Recovery was a breeze. Would definitely recommend this place.

Piercings
Jaden2 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★★★★★

Danny is one of the best piercers in SD. I recently went in and had a new piercing done. Took less than 10 minutes and was painless. The shop is very clean and everyone is friendly. I will definitely be going back!

Paid $50–100Ear piercingPiercings
Hailey6 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★★★★★

Very nice people, and definitely professional. Great place!

Paid $150–200Piercings
Alexandra5 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★★★★★

LOVE this place! My sister got a few tattoos on her hand and I got a belly button piercing, and both guys were super nice!! The service was quick even though we were walk ins. Erik asked my sister lots of questions and provided tons of sizing options to make sure she got exactly what she wanted, and he even offered…

Paid $50–100TattoosPiercingsNavel piercing
Lucy3 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 know I'm a difficult tongue pierce because of my webbing and short tongue, but Danny was able to do it quickly. It actually hurt less than an ear piercing and it is dead center of my tongue, which is impressive to me considering the difficulty and the angle it's pierced.

Paid $50–100Piercings
Karla1 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★★★★★

It was my first time ever getting a piercing but he made it feel so pain less I would highly recommend it

Piercings
David1 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★★★★★

Got my first cartilage piercing here as a walk in. Danny was very professional and patient with me and all my questions. I love my piercing

PiercingsHelix piercing
lexi3 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★★★★★

Danny redid my nipple piercing and changed out my other jewelry and he was super professional and made me feel extremely comfortable. If you have a want for any piercings that are in private areas, I definitely recommend him. He didn’t make anything awkward or uncomfortable and I was super happy with the experience.…

Paid $50–100Piercings
Hana3 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★★★★★

Got my navel piercing done by Danny. He took his time and did a great job piercing. Its been a week and I’ve had no problems. Was $80 for the piercing + jewelry.

Paid $50–100Piercings
Clara4 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★★★★★

Danny was the best! went out of his way to get the jewelry i was recommend by previous piercers and was very patient with his placement! Painless and stress free experience will definitely be going to Danny for all future piercings!

Paid $50–100Piercings
TheGoldfishGod7 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★★★★★

Danny was great. Very fast and efficient with the piercing. My only issue was the almost 1 and a half hour wait but that isn't a fault of their own. Everything else was amazing and I definitely recommend

Paid $50–100PiercingsSeptum piercing
Addyson1 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★★★★★

The guy was so nice and calm, helped through this experience.

Paid $50–100Piercings
Aidan3 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★★★★★

Danny was really cool and welcoming, he took his time to make sure the piercings were in the right spot, and the process was very quick and painless.

Paid $100–150Piercings
BrittanyLocal Guide · 13 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★★★★★

Walked in and all the guys there were very welcoming and accommodating! Danny set us up quickly and was communicative about his process before and during my nose piercing, and what I should expect after. It felt clean in the shop and I can’t wait to go back and get a tattoo from Saki! It was a great experience and I’ll be back for more!

Paid $50–100PiercingsNose piercing
Kareem1 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★★★★★

Honestly I was very nervous walking in, but Danny really took care of me.he showed a real care for the craft, 10/10 experience would definitely let him stab me in the face again

Paid $200–250Ear piercingPiercingsNose piercing
Rihana1 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★★★

Didn’t hurt, although piercing is a little crooked

Paid $50–100PiercingsNavel piercing
ashley7 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★★★★★

Danny did an amazing job with my nip piercings! He was very professional and made me feel comfortable throughout the entire process. Highly recommend this shop for any piercings!

Paid $100–150Piercings
Erin6 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★★★★★

hands down the best place to get a piercing. my best friend has gotten several face piercings from here and they all healed beautifully so I decided to get my nose pierced here as well and I couldn’t be happier. It has been healing even better than i thought and the experience was great. Danny is extremely…

Paid $50–100Piercings
Tori1 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★★★★★

On vacation in San Diego, from Wyoming. Walked into San Diego tatto company, to get a memorial tattoo, they took care of all our details. My husband and I ended up getting 5 tattoos & a nose piercing. As a 52 year old I didn’t think it would look good. Danny (the piercer) made me feel confident & it turned out…

Paid $150–200TattoosTattoo designTattoo cover-ups & reworkings
Daphne2 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★★★★★

Danny was amazing to work with. He took his time to make sure everything was considered. I had a rook done and my second love piercing with planning for a third love piercing. Everything was super clean and environment was great in studio!

Ear piercingPiercings
Galilea1 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★★★★★

excellent service!! I love this place everyone in the shop is pretty cool, I went to get my piercings done I was super nervous ngl but Danny made me feel comfortable, he’s very professional about his job. I highly recommend this place for either piercings or tattoos!!

Piercings
Samantha2 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★★★★★

Danny was incredibly professional for piercings. He showed me all the different price points of jewelry but didn’t pressure me to pick the most expensive. Very easy piercing, very little swelling. Erick did my tattoo and he was equally as professional and friendly. Very easy to talk to and was totally willing to make the changes to the design I requested.

Paid $100–150TattoosPiercings
CrystalLocal Guide · 17 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★★★★★

Impressed by his level of knowledge and advice on aesthetically appealing site to place piercing. Definitely would return on my next trip to CA from The FLA

Paid $50–100PiercingsNose piercing
Vanessa2 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★★★★★

Danny was super sweet and professional and made the whole process extremely quick and easy! Love how my piercing turned out :)

Paid $50–100Piercings

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Price

$119-5% 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
Tattoos236$114–$277
Ear piercing132$62–$132
Piercings125$52–$96
Tattoo design90$119–$290
Fine line tattoos50$108–$170
Nose piercing47$52–$88
Color ink tattoos27$114–$271
Abstract tattoos26$126–$310

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