Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Lakewood, OH
Ranked top 10 for Lakewood, OH — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Lakewood. Updated weekly. See the full Cleveland top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Lakewood usually means weighing two things at once: how good the shop actually is, and how far you're realistically willing to drive for it. This guide solves both. We pulled every verified studio within 15 miles of Lakewood, then ranked them against the wider Cleveland market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Lakewood sits inside the Cleveland tattoo scene, which means residents get the benefit of big-city talent without big-city wait times. The shops below range from neighborhood walk-in studios to appointment-only specialists known across OH for custom work. Whether you're booking your first piece or adding to a full sleeve, the list is ordered to put the strongest match for Lakewood at the top.
What to expect from this list
- Verified ratings only. Every shop has real review history — we exclude studios with no public track record.
- Distance from Lakewood. Each listing shows exact mileage so you can balance quality against drive time.
- Style tags. Filter by what you actually want inked — fine line, traditional, blackwork, realism, Japanese, and more.
- Booking signals. We flag walk-in availability, price tier, and direct links to each studio's site and Instagram.
- Refreshed weekly. Rankings move as new reviews land — no stale "best of 2019" lists.
- No.1
Lakewood Electric Tattoo.
4.8(174)In Lakewood$$Our top pick for Lakewood — right in Lakewood, with 174 verified reviews averaging 4.8★.
- No.2
CHRONIC TATTOO LAKEWOOD
4.9(113)In Lakewood$$CHRONIC TATTOO LAKEWOOD is a tattoo studio in Lakewood.
- No.3
Body Revolution Tattoos & Body Piercings
4.6(1,371)1.9 mi from Lakewood$$Body Revolution Tattoos & Body Piercings is a tattoo studio in Cleveland.
- No.4
Olympus Tattoo Studio
4.8(176)1.2 mi from Lakewood$$Olympus Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Lakewood.
- No.5
War Horse Ink
5.0(200)1.5 mi from Lakewood$$War Horse Ink is a tattoo studio in Lakewood.
- No.6
American Tattoo Studios
4.8(252)1.6 mi from Lakewood$$American Tattoo Studios is a tattoo studio in Cleveland.
- No.7
Inked CLE
4.9(338)2.0 mi from Lakewood$$Inked CLE is a tattoo studio in Cleveland.
- No.8
Have Fun Tattoo
5.0(94)1.7 mi from Lakewood$$Have Fun Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Cleveland.
- No.9
True Art Tattoos, Inc
4.8(1,455)4.4 mi from Lakewood$$True Art Tattoos, Inc is a tattoo studio in Cleveland.
- No.10
Two Sons Tattoo
4.9(132)2.3 mi from Lakewood$$Two Sons Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Cleveland.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Lakewood, OH?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Lakewood Electric Tattoo. ranks #1 for Lakewood. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Lakewood.
Are these shops actually in Lakewood?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Lakewood — the realistic radius most people drive for a tattoo appointment. Each listing shows its distance and neighborhood so you can pick what's convenient.
How much do tattoos cost near Lakewood?+
Most reputable studios in the Cleveland area charge $150–$250 per hour for custom work, with shop minimums around $80–$120. Specialists and well-known artists routinely run $300+ per hour. Always confirm pricing during your consultation.
How often is this list updated?+
Our shop data refreshes weekly — ratings, review counts, and rankings reflect the most recent verified data from each studio.
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