Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Coral Gables, FL
Ranked top 10 for Coral Gables, FL — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Coral Gables. Updated weekly. See the full Miami top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Coral Gables 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 Coral Gables, then ranked them against the wider Miami market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Coral Gables sits inside the Miami 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 FL 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 Coral Gables 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 Coral Gables. 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
Rowan Coconut Grove
4.9(1,145)1.7 mi from Coral Gables$$Our top pick for Coral Gables — 1.7 miles from Coral Gables, with 1,145 verified reviews averaging 4.9★.
- No.2
INKAHOLIK TATTOOS AND BARBERSHOP
4.9(9,497)4.0 mi from Coral Gables$$INKAHOLIK TATTOOS AND BARBERSHOP is a tattoo studio in Miami.
- No.3
New Age Body Piercing
4.7(325)1.6 mi from Coral Gables$$New Age Body Piercing is a tattoo studio in Miami.
- No.4
Detail Tattoo | Best Tattoo Shop in Miami
5.0(1,380)3.5 mi from Coral Gables$$Detail Tattoo | Best Tattoo Shop in Miami is a tattoo studio in Miami.
- No.5
Green Machine Tattoos & Body Piercing
4.8(321)2.2 mi from Coral Gables$$Green Machine Tattoos & Body Piercing is a tattoo studio in Miami.
- No.6
Inkaholik Tattoos Kendall
4.9(7,860)6.4 mi from Coral Gables$$Inkaholik Tattoos Kendall is a tattoo studio in Miami.
- No.7
Ocho Placas Tattoo Company
4.8(268)3.0 mi from Coral Gables$$Ocho Placas Tattoo Company is a tattoo studio in Miami.
- No.8
Tatt 'Em Up Tattoos & Piercings
4.9(2,504)5.5 mi from Coral Gables$$Tatt 'Em Up Tattoos & Piercings is a tattoo studio in Miami.
- No.9
Gregos Tattoos
4.9(584)4.0 mi from Coral Gables$$Gregos Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Miami.
- No.10
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Coral Gables, FL?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Rowan Coconut Grove ranks #1 for Coral Gables. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Coral Gables.
Are these shops actually in Coral Gables?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Coral Gables — 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 Coral Gables?+
Most reputable studios in the Miami 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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