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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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: replies to reviews.
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Customers hired Sideshow Tattoo and Piercing for 8 kinds of job.
Sideshow Tattoo and Piercing for custom tattoo lettering
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Nick was so kind and did an amazing job with my tattoo!
He is a great guy and have a passion for what he does. I definitely would recommend him
Jedi did an amazing job on my tattoo!!! Took me as a walk in. Design what I wanted in a short time. Came out great. Would highly recommend him. Very down to earth and good hearted guy.
Nick was super dope…gave me a clean tat in a small amount of time. Would definitely recommend and go back.
Jedi did a fantastic job bringing my ideas to life to create something I truly love. It was the best Tattoo I have gotten and somehow the fastest one I’ve ever gotten. I will be returning to sideshow and having Jedi bring more of my ideas to life!
I walked in for an inner lip tattoo and Chance was able to help me out. He was super knowledgeable about the lip tattoo process and was super nice! Such a super easy and quick tattoo process.
Went here from my first tattoo was a little nervous but they were able to work around my design very easily got straight to it. Easily made adjustments to size and even gave me advice after tattoo was done. Ended upcoming back the next day with my friend and got another tattoo just as pleasurable as experience as…
Damon was solid with sketching out a design for my tattoos and ensuring every detail was to my liking. He was friendly and informative and made the process easy. Would highly recommend Damon for fine line tattoos/lettering. Will be going back for me at a later date.
I went to Sideshow Tattoo and Piercing to get my first tattoo on my chest. Damon did an absolutely amazing job and made the whole process super easy. Next time I’m back in Mission Beach, I will be going back to Sideshow.
Great artwork, friendly service
Had a great experience at Sideshow. Kip was my Artist. He took my thoughts and put it to paper, then skin. The tatto turned out great. It is a tribute to my son who was just deployed in the Air Force. Kip had a great bedside manner and answered all my questions. If I ever get another tattoo and I'll return to see Kip.
Very clean and well done tattoo people were also so kind and helpful when getting my first tattoo. Would totally come back for another when i’m town next time!
I got a tattoo for my bday on my forearm in specific cursive lettering. He did an amazing job with the design and spelling. He also offered a slim bandage that was simple and concealing and not huge and standing out. It helped the healing process tremendously.
Jadd killed it
Girls week tatoo. Awesome experience. Beth is super friendly and knowledgeable. I appreciate her services
Amazing service, great personality, felt so comfortable, so happy with my tattoo. Beautiful work, Jadd. I love it. Thank you.
Jadd never misses! He always does a great job! Also very fun to talk to
I love this place. Jadd was so nice and went with the flow. I will definitely be returning sooner than later. In love with my tattoo, thank you Jadd!
Thinking about my 1st tattoo made me nervous to begin with for several weeks. I was recommended to Jedi by couple of my fitness sisters & my Fitness Coach TK, he had used Jedi’s services already. I am from the East Coast (NJ) & Jedi made it easy to make the appointment. And when I got there, he was friendly & showed…
Jadd was wonderful! He made me feel comfortable and did exactly what I wanted. The lettering in my tattoo looks perfect. I was a walk-in client, so I’m happily surprised with my experience. I would definitely come back here.
Sideshow Tattoo is a top shop in San Diego! I personally had Jadd as an artist and would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to get a tattoo in the SD area! I got a Kobe Bryant tattoo on my forearm and I could not be happier with the design, tattoo process, and overall experience!
It’s been over 20 years for me to get a new tattoo, I believe we’re all scrutinizing tattoo work that ends up setting in doubt of getting another one. Once I saw Beth’s artistic tattoo on a friend, with such detail and care, I knew I found my artist. I have an old tattoo I got when I was a teen and she was able to…
Beth did an amazing job for me. I went with an idea and she was ready kind to come up with a perfect design that I loved. It took 3 hours but she was very gentle throughout. I would definitely go to her again. Thank you Beth and Sideshow tattoo for a great experience.
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Price
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.
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 |
