A tattoo is permanent, so picking the wrong tattoo shop in Toronto is a decision you carry for decades, not a bad haircut you grow out. The shops below have logged 5,699 reviews between them, and every single one sits between 4.7 and 5 stars, which tells you this is a competitive scene where the real differences show up in specialty, walk-in policy, and how a shop handles piercings versus large-scale custom work.
Short answer: New Tribe Tattoo + Piercing leads with a 4.8 rating across 2,186 reviews, the deepest track record on this list, and a reputation built on both tattoos and piercings out of its Queen Street West studio. MY Ink Tattoo Piercing & Nail Studio is close behind at a perfect 5 across 1,588 reviews and stays open past midnight most nights. If you want walk-in flexibility, Bini Tattoo and Piercing Parlour runs a cash-based walk-in model with weekly promos.
#1 Overall🕑 Open 7 days↩ Responds to reviews
New Tribe Tattoo + Piercing
4.8★★★★★2,186 Google reviews
New Tribe Tattoo + Piercing has operated out of its Queen Street West second-floor studio since 1994, running a combined tattoo and piercing shop with a roster of resident artists and a dedicated head piercer. The shop takes both walk-ins and by-appointment custom tattoo work, and its site lists a full piercing menu alongside tattoo aftercare and touch-up booking. Reviewers describe an experienced team handling everything from first tattoos to detailed flash pieces and multiple piercing types.
What people praise
- Piercers praised by name for being patient and explaining every step
- Artists credited with turning reference photos into detailed, well-executed pieces
- Walk-ins accommodated even without a booked appointment
- Clean, welcoming shop atmosphere noted across reviews
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Review volume2,186 · 98th
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown92% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google
Our take: The largest review base on this list plus a 4.8 average makes this the safest default if you're not sure which artist or piercer to pick.
📍232a Queen St W 2nd floor, Toronto, ON M5V 1Z6
#2🕑 Open 7 days
MY Ink Tattoo Piercing & Nail Studio
5.0★★★★★1,588 Google reviews
MY Ink Tattoo Piercing & Nail Studio operates a combined tattoo, piercing, and nail studio on Queen Street West, staying open until midnight or later most nights of the week. It's the only shop on this list also offering nail services under the same roof, and reviewers describe a team that handles everything from single small tattoos to coordinating multiple family members getting inked in one visit.
What people praise
- Perfect 5-star average holds across nearly 1,600 reviews
- Late hours make it workable for evening or after-work bookings
- Staff accommodated a group of five travelers wanting matching-day tattoos
- Reasonable pricing called out repeatedly by reviewers
Worth knowing
- Late-closing hours mean it can get busy on weekend nights
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Review volume1,588 · 93th
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown98% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google
Our take: A rare perfect average at this review volume. If timing is tight, the late hours here are the differentiator.
📍240 Queen St W Third floor, Toronto, ON M5V 1Z7
#3🕑 Open 7 days
Bini Tattoo and Piercing Parlour (walk-in basis)
4.7★★★★★1,073 Google reviews
Bini Tattoo and Piercing Parlour runs on a walk-in basis from its Elm Street second-floor location, describing itself as a Canadian family-owned shop offering both custom tattoo work and certified piercing with starter jewelry included. The site advertises weekly promos, including a Tuesday piercing special and a Wednesday minimalist tattoo rate, and reviewers consistently name individual piercers and tattoo artists by name.
What people praise
- Multiple piercers praised for gentle technique and clear aftercare instructions
- Walk-in model means no advance booking needed for most services
- Weekly promotional pricing on piercings and smaller tattoo work
Worth knowing
- One reviewer described a frustrating cash-only policy during a busy walk-in line, so it's worth calling ahead to confirm payment options
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Review volume1,073 · 88th
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown89% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google
Our take: Good pick if you want a piercing or a small tattoo without booking days in advance, just confirm how they're handling payment before you queue up.
📍5 Elm St second floor, Toronto, ON M5G 1H1
#4🕑 Open 5 days/wk↩ Responds to reviews
La Manigance Tattoo Toronto
5.0★★★★★468 Google reviews
La Manigance Tattoo Toronto is a tattoo-only studio on Spadina Avenue that books appointments through its own site rather than walk-ins, and its reviews center almost entirely on large, planned projects: full sleeves, chest pieces, and multi-session cover-ups. Several reviewers describe working with a specific artist over months to plan a design before the first sitting.
What people praise
- Reviewers describe artists translating complex, multi-element concepts into cohesive finished pieces
- Strong fit for anyone planning a sleeve or chest piece rather than a single small tattoo
- Described as a welcoming, collaborative studio atmosphere by repeat clients
Worth knowing
- Shorter opening days (Tuesday through Saturday) than shops open seven days a week
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown99% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google
Our take: This is the shop on the list for a serious, planned-out piece rather than a same-day tattoo. A perfect 5-star average across 468 reviews backs that up.
📍116 Spadina Ave. Ste 300, Toronto, ON M5V 2K6
#5🕑 Open 7 days
Tattoo Lore
4.9★★★★★384 Google reviews
Tattoo Lore is a Church Street tattoo shop with a roster of artists who list fine line as a specialty on the studio's own site, alongside general custom tattoo work. It's open seven days a week into the evening, and reviewers repeatedly single out specific artists for clean line work finished quickly without feeling rushed.
What people praise
- Fine line and detail work called out specifically by multiple reviewers
- Late hours (until 10 or 11pm most nights) suit after-work bookings
- Reviewers note being accepted even shortly before closing time
Reputation scorecardrank in Toronto
Info completenesssite · phone · hours
Rating breakdown97% 5-star
✓ VerifiedSource: Google
Our take: The smallest review count on this page at 384, but a 4.9 average and a clear fine-line specialty make it worth a look if that's the style you want.
📍16 Church St #16, Toronto, ON M5E 1M1
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Claim this spot › How we score
Rating is each shop’s live Google average. Review volume measures how many customers actually left a rating, ranked against the others on this page. Confidence weighs the rating against that volume, since 5 stars from 20 reviews carries less weight than 4.8 from 2,000. Recency checks how recently people are still leaving reviews. No shop can pay to change any of these numbers.
How much does a tattoo cost in Toronto? (2026)
Pricing depends heavily on size, placement, and how detailed the design is, and none of the shops on this page publish a flat rate card. Reviewers mention a few real figures worth knowing going in.
| Job | Typical price |
|---|
| Small flash tattoo (per Bini’s promo) | CA$50+ |
| Mid-size custom piece (per Tattoo Lore reviewers) | CA$200-400 |
| Larger custom or multi-session work (per La Manigance/MY Ink reviewers) | CA$1,000+ |
| Piercing walk-in promo (per Bini) | CA$25 |
Figures compiled July 2026 from shop-published promos and prices customers reported in their Google reviews. Ask for a quote before booking, since final price depends on artist, size, and detail.
Serving all of Toronto
These shops cluster around Queen Street West, Church Street, and Spadina Avenue, all a short walk or transit ride from most downtown Toronto neighborhoods. If you’re searching for a tattoo shop near me and you’re anywhere near King West, the Entertainment District, or the Financial District, all of them are realistically reachable without a car.
What to ask before you book a tattoo shop in Toronto
- Can I see the specific artist’s portfolio, not just the shop’s general work?
- Do you take walk-ins, or does this design need a booked consultation first?
- What’s included in the aftercare, and is a touch-up session covered?
- How many sessions will a piece this size realistically take?
- What’s your sterilization and single-use needle policy?
- Is a deposit required, and is it refundable if I need to reschedule?
Frequently asked questions
Are these rankings paid?
No. Rankings come from public Google data. A business can pay to be a Featured Partner (badge and top placement), but that never changes another business’s score or position.
How did you choose these tattoo shops?
We pulled every tattoo shop in Toronto with a meaningful public review history, then ranked by a mix of rating, review volume, and how recently people are still reviewing them.
Do any of these shops offer piercings too?
Yes. New Tribe, MY Ink, and Bini all combine tattoo and piercing services under one roof.
How often is this updated?
We refresh this page periodically against live Google data. It was last verified in July 2026.
Do I need an appointment or can I walk in?
It varies by shop. Bini runs primarily on walk-ins, while La Manigance books through its site. Call ahead if you have a specific artist or design in mind.
The bottom line
New Tribe Tattoo + Piercing is the safe default here: the deepest review history, a strong 4.8 average, and both tattoo and piercing services under one roof. If you’re planning a large custom piece rather than a single tattoo, book a consultation at La Manigance instead and expect it to take more than one sitting.
