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%98+53.5Reliability 24%97+23.5Value 14%100+14.1Replies to reviews 7%57+4Craft & service penalty99−0.1Experts Score= 95Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORESideshow Tattoo and Piercing
San Diego, CA · Grade ALetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20. · #19Position by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. of 49 piercing studios · 5.0★ from 3,046 Google reviews
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Customers hired Sideshow Tattoo and Piercing for 8 kinds of job.
Sideshow Tattoo and Piercing for conch piercing
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Isaac is a great piercer! I have 13 piercings and counting, and Isaac has done most of them. He’s super helpful with resizing and whatnot too. My industrial jewelry is way too long, he noticed that and ordered me a new, better fitting piece. Piercings are always a breeze with him- super quick and easy. I plan to…
fast and good, healing well so far!
My friend and I both got pierced by Isaac and he was absolutely lovely! Extremely knowledgeable, kind, and paid such close attention to detail. Highly recommended for your next piercing!
I have a variety of piercings and have gone to a different piercer each time, and Isaac was one of the best. Definitely pierced them faster than anyone else (which let me tell you, getting my septum pierced kinda slowly was a gross sensation). I’m only four days into healing but the three piercings I got (2 forward…
Went to sideshow to get my conch pierced and Issac totally helped me out! I thought I knew what I wanted going in but when presented with all my options, Issac gave me their own advice and touches and I went with it and live it! I felt very comfortable and well informed throughout the entire process and will be…
Super professional, quick, and painless. I love my new piercing!
We love sideshow! I’ve gotten many of my piercings here I can’t recommend it enough. My younger sister started getting piercings here at 13 and the piercers and staff have always been amazing. Thanks Isaac for the third lobes and conch this time!
helpful & smooth process, haven’t had any issues with the piercings
Isaac was great. My cousin and I were on a weekend trip and stopped in to get a conch piercing. Isaac walked us through the process seamlessly. He was very professional and also had a great sense of humor, which helped calm the nerves. The actual piercing was quick with no issues. Would highly recommend visiting Isaac for your next piercing!
Issac was my piercer at Sideshow, where he pierced my inner conch. He was super informative & knowledgable about everything. It was such an easy process. I am extremely happy with how my piercing turned out, and I cannot wait to go back to Issac for more!!!
Got my conch pierced by Isaac a few days ago. He was great. Helped me pick out the best jewelry for my ear and even let me switch it out when we both agreed the original piece wasn’t the right fit. Process was easy. Studio clean. I went on a Monday so not a long wait. Overall, super happy with my experience.…
This place is amazing for piercings! I personally have not gotten any tattoos done here but I have three piercings that were done beautifully and have given me no trouble (one rook and two conch piercings). The shop is always clean and the staff is very nice and welcoming :)
They except walk-ins. I went here to get my Rook pierced, but knew I wanted more than one peircing so I asked the piercer Issac what his opinion was and he gave me ideas that worked best for my ear anatomy. I decided to get a conch as my second piercing. The process was super quick and thorough. Issac explained…
Isaac is great! He talked me through each step of the piercing process and provided informative after care steps. From start to finish, he was present and focused on providing the best quality of care!
Got Conch, Helix, and doubles. Very easy making the appointment and very nice and professional when picking out jewelry beforehand and during the piercings. He really made sure they were in good places and confirmed with me every step of the way. Very seamless when piercing and quick but efficient. Would def recommend
My daughter, friend and I went for our annual piercings. Tragus, conch, and double helix were on our agenda. We were recommended to Isaac and he did not disappoint. His space was clean and his workflow was efficient. He has great options to choose from ranging in prices. We will definitely be visiting Isaac again.…
I was in from NC and went to get a piercing with my daughter in law. Issac was amazing he made me feel comfortable and went over everything with me. It was painless and fast. Thank you so much!!
Isaac did an amazing job with my piercing! He was very quick with the procedure and very sanitary and honest :)
Isaac was super friendly and it was a very comfortable and enjoyable experience. My conch piercing is healing great!
I went in today to get a piercing and I can’t say enough good things about Isaac. I didn’t know what exactly I wanted, I was between the tragus and conch. He broke each piercing down for me from the pain level to the healing journey and everything in between. I’m so happy with my decision to get the conch. He made…
Isaac was absolutely phenomenal with my two piercings. Quick and easy! 100% will go to him again.
I got my conch pierced by Isaac and could not have had a more pleasant experience. He listened closely to what my friend and I were requesting and gave recommendations that best suited what we wanted. Very clean and very smooth process. Definitely coming back for more piercings
Spontaneous decision for a conch piercing while visiting San Diego and did research on piercing shops around me. Saw a few, stalked a few on IG and then found this gem. From calling about availability and pricing, to the warm welcome when I got there (them not knowing I was the one who called prior) to the…
Awesome People and great experience getting my tongue and conch pierced here. Excited to continue getting piercings with Isaac at sideshow!
Great service and a relaxing environment. Isaac was very knowledgeable and gave me plenty of advice for a smooth piercing and healing experience!
Isaac did an amazing job piercing 3 holes back to back. He had a smooth hand and a great technique. I would recommend him. 5 out of 5
Issac was the best piercer! very kind and my conch didnt hurt at all! just pressure. definitely recommend.
My girlfriend and I came in for piercings in the evening and quickly filled out paperwork and were taking to the back. I got 2 lobes and she got a conch. Isaac was really cool and during the piercing I mentioned that we had came by a couple weeks prior but couldn’t get piercings cause things were a bit of a mess due…
The service was great!!! Isaac did an amazing job with the placement of my conch! From the moment I walked in, the staff was super friendly & I knew I could trust him and what he was doing. Even knowing he had a lot of people waiting for him, he still took his time and I did not feel like he rushed my piercing at…
Very professional and efficient, no “crunching” sound when getting cartilage piercing and not overly painful. Good selection of colorful studs. Would go again!
My mom and I had a great experience here. Our piercer, Isaac was friendly, very professional and helpful. So glad that this experience went well as it was my mom and I’s first piercing other than our lobes!
I went in last week to get a few piercings. The piercer there did a professional job in doing so. He made the procedure quick and painless and I’ll be going back to get more piercings. The whole shop has a good vibe and everyone working there were nice and chill. Very good place!
I got a conch piercing here, super quick and easy. Isaac was great, he even put in jewelry in my favorite color.
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Jobs customers hired them for
| Job | Reviews | Category typical |
|---|---|---|
| Ear piercing | 482 | $62–$132 |
| Tattoo design | 371 | $119–$290 |
| Nose piercing | 258 | $52–$88 |
| Piercings | 256 | $52–$96 |
| Fine line tattoos | 250 | $108–$170 |
| Tattoos | 229 | $114–$277 |
| Helix piercing | 62 | $61–$132 |
| Tattoo cover-ups & reworkings | 57 | $132–$310 |
