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 fine line tattoos
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Amir was amazing, he was very patient with me on having to change the tattoo and the placement. I absolutely love my tattoo.
Amir was awesome to work with. Very laid back and flexible. Would definitely go to him again!
Amir was professional, fast, friendly and tattoo was on point
I was on a short vacation in PB and decided to get a tattoo, it was a little complicated and when I walked into Side Show tattoo, Amir was willing and as it turned out very able.. he did a great job… I was a walk in on a Sunday…. Thank you Amir
Love it!!! Got my first tattoo here from Sake and could not be happier with the results :)
Really fun spot! I like the vibe of the place and my tattoo artist was really nice :)
My experience with Kipper at Side Show Tattoo and piercing was top tier. I had a tattoo idea on a whim and walked in with no appointment and Kipper was happy to help. He was quick and efficient with the drawing and the results were excellent first try. The next challenge that Kipper very easily and happily over come…
Very nice people and fun experience!
Love my tattoo. Looks so good and detailed!! This photo is day three and it’s perfect.
Me and a friend came in as walk ins Sunday night and had kipper he was super nice and chill, our tattoos turned out great!
Matt has been my go-to artists for all of my tattoos. They have healed beautifully and the actual process of getting them was quick and easy. He’s also very easygoing!
I walked in for a tattoo, and Matt was able to take care of me within about 5 minutes! His work was fast and clean, and he was very helpful with placement, size and after care instructions. Highly recommend!
JEDI IS A TRUE SKILLFUL INDIVIDUAL.
Matt is epic in his artistic skills!!! I’ve used him several times now and will continue to do so. He is professional, clean, and sticks you with a piece you will be proud of! I recommend him to anyone and everyone!
Super professional, very reasonably priced. He listened to what we wanted and made it happen. Had a group of 4 girls each with a different small tattoo. Got us all taken care of and we were able to all watch each other. We all had fun time! Thank you!
Came in for a walk in appointment for a simple basic fine line wave tattoo that I have been excited to get while visiting California. Jedi was able to see me right away and was so kind and thorough with details and placement. He also took a lot of time to go over the healing process and after care instructions. I…
Very gentle handed and respectful and reassuring. Will be coming back :)
Jedi was so awesome I love my tattoo so much! It was done so quickly and professionally!!
Matt did my tattoo and the whole process was so smooth. Barely felt a thing and he was extremely nice and accommodating towards me and my friends. Will absolutely get another tattoo from him the next time I’m in San Diego!
I’ve gotten a bunch of tattoos from Jedi and they are always on point. I got a few tattoos of different animal skulls and some 90s tv show references and it’s never a question of if he's up for the challenge. I will definitely be a repeat customer. 🤘🏼
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 |
