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UFF Tattoo & Piercing San Diego

Tattoo shop · San Diego, CA · reviewed since 2026

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 69%96+66.5Reliability 31%95+29.2Experts Score= 96Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.96SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#18 of 49 piercing studiosPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 65%
5.0 ★★★★★ 133 Google reviews · 24 photos
98%five-star reviews
4.96★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0.8%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
$136typical billMedian bill customers of this company reported in their reviews (needs 3+ priced reviews).

UFF Tattoo & Piercing San Diego at a glance

Google reviewers rate the shop 5/5 based on 133 reviews, with the owner responding to 98% of them. Clients frequently praise the clean environment, friendly staff, and quick communication for scheduling consultations or walk-ins. Both tattoo and piercing services are described as professional, with artists noted for taking time to ensure customer comfort and satisfaction. One recurring criticism involves a nose piercing performed with a gun instead of a hollow needle, which the client found disappointing despite the staff's explanation regarding clamp discomfort.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 133 reviews (98% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 133 Google reviews (114 with written comments, 22 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 98% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: October 20, 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 satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction96Reliability95Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 96 (median 95)Reliability: 95 (median 93)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
This companyPiercing Studios median0 = centre, 100 = best
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.UFF Tattoo & Piercing San Diego: 96/100 on this factor. Category median: 95.A
96
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.UFF Tattoo & Piercing San Diego: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
95
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.UFF Tattoo & Piercing San Diego: 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.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 79.–
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Star ratings

133 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars13198%
  • 4 stars11%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star11%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 114 written reviews

  • Praise13599%
  • Complaints11%

Price

What customers reported paying

$136+8% vs typical piercing studios

Middle half of what 56 customers paid ($74–$298) · gold mark = category median.

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Staff & attitude4835%
  • Quality & results3022%
  • Would recommend2921%
  • Speed & response1410%
  • Communication75%
  • Honesty & trust54%
  • Price & value32%

What customers talk about

We read 114 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “He was amazing and such a vibe (: he’s very patient, caring, and attentive for your interest!”
  • “Marilyn did an amazing job making sure she knew what I wanted and what was realistic/possible and up to her artistic standards!”
  • “I highly recommend UFF and especially Marilyn if you are in the San Diego area!”
  • “I texted for a consultation and got a quick reply with an appointment the next day.”
  • “My piercer answered all my questions well and was very quick.”
  • “I recently got work done at UFF Tattoo & Piercing by Steven, and I honestly couldn’t be happier.”
  • “I came from Malatya only for this tattoo ıts amazing work creative design and very fair price”

People customers mention

  • Tony 4 reviews
  • Marilyn 4 reviews
  • Steven 3 reviews
  • Cash 3 reviews
  • Kim 3 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Reviews for your job

Customers hired UFF Tattoo & Piercing San Diego for 8 kinds of job. Pick one to see what they paid and said.

Recent priced reviews

Allee4 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 days ago★★★★★

This was amazing!! I will be flying back out to get my tattoos! Thank you guys!! Cash so good!

Paid $300–350Tattoo design
Jess1 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

I got tattooed by Saira😆 She was the best! My first time getting a tatto and i got to in one sitting, didn’t feel a thing!! 10/10 coming back!

Paid $150–200Fine line tattoosTattoo designFemale tattoos
Jo1 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. · 2 weeks ago★★★★★

I had Tony !! He was amazing and such a vibe (: he’s very patient, caring, and attentive for your interest!

Paid $50–100
Landon1 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★★★★★

Steven was awesome!! Took his time to make it perfect, let me take as many breaks as needed, and made it his own

Paid $400–450Abstract tattoos
Courtney2 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 month ago★★★★★

AMAZING coverup!! I texted for a consultation and got a quick reply with an appointment the next day. That was great as I was only going to be in town for a few days on vacation. We were able to design and schedule for just a few days later when Marilyn was free for 4+ hours. Marilyn did an amazing job making sure…

Customer photo from Courtney's review
Paid $500+Abstract tattoosTattoo cover-ups & reworkingsColor ink tattoos
YooKenny1 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 month ago★★★★★

Came to my boy Steven with a design and he cooked up some fresh shi 10/10 recommend

Paid $500+Abstract tattoos

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 133 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Allee Carter4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Allee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

This was amazing!! I will be flying back out to get my tattoos! Thank you guys!! Cash so good!

  • Price: $300–350
  • Services: Tattoo design
Lucas Backens1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Lucas has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Got me right

Dominick Ruiz2 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Dominick has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Great spot vibe is great inside. Artists are great and all did really good work

  • Price: $200–250
  • Services: Abstract tattoos
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much! We’re glad you loved the vibe and had a great experience with our artists. We really appreciate your support and hope to see you again soon! 🙌🔥

Jess1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jess has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I got tattooed by Saira😆 She was the best! My first time getting a tatto and i got to in one sitting, didn’t feel a thing!! 10/10 coming back!

  • Price: $150–200
  • Services: Fine line tattoos, Tattoo design, Female tattoos
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Love to hear that!! 😆🔥 Two tattoos in one sitting for your first time? That’s awesome! So glad Saira made your experience such a good one. We can’t wait to have you back for round two! 🖤

Jo Lanzz1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Jo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

I had Tony !! He was amazing and such a vibe (: he’s very patient, caring, and attentive for your interest!

  • Price: $50–100
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much! We’re so happy you had such a great experience with Tony. He really cares about making sure you feel comfortable and get exactly what you’re looking for. We appreciate the love and can’t wait to have you back! 🙌

Landon Smith1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Landon has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Steven was awesome!! Took his time to make it perfect, let me take as many breaks as needed, and made it his own

  • Price: $400–450
  • Services: Abstract tattoos
Response from the owner · 2 weeks ago

Thank you so much! 🙌 Steven always makes sure you’re comfortable and that every detail is right. So glad you love how it turned out! Hope to see you again soon!

Gustavo Gomes7 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Gustavo has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

amazing place

Brina3 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Brina has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

10/10 good customer service

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you Brina!

Ben Nankivell1 reviewTotal number of Google reviews Ben has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Review from Google · view on Google
★★★★★

First Tattoo Boshhh.

  • Price: $150–200
  • Services: Solid black work tattoos
Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you for choosing us!

Jacqueline Hooker5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Jacqueline has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Awesome group of guys

Response from the owner · 3 weeks ago

Thank you 😊

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