Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Bloomington, MN
Ranked top 10 for Bloomington, MN — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Bloomington. Updated weekly. See the full Minneapolis top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Bloomington 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 Bloomington, then ranked them against the wider Minneapolis market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Bloomington sits inside the Minneapolis 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 MN 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 Bloomington 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 Bloomington. 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
Ocean Blue Tattoo & Art Studio
4.8(371)2.4 mi from Bloomington$$Our top pick for Bloomington — 2.4 miles from Bloomington, with 371 verified reviews averaging 4.8★.
- No.2
Rowan Southdale Center
5.0(488)3.1 mi from Bloomington$$Rowan Southdale Center is a tattoo studio in Edina.
- No.3
Rockin Tattoos
4.9(3,499)5.8 mi from Bloomington$$Rockin Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Minneapolis.
- No.4
P-ink tiny tattoo studio
5.0(26)1.3 mi from Bloomington$$P-ink tiny tattoo studio is a tattoo studio in Bloomington.
- No.5
Blasted ink MOA
4.8(169)3.0 mi from Bloomington$$Blasted ink MOA is a tattoo studio in Bloomington.
- No.6
Aloha Monkey Tattoo
4.8(2,238)6.0 mi from Bloomington$$Aloha Monkey Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Bloomington.
- No.7
Made in Tibet Tattoo Studio
5.0(23)1.3 mi from Bloomington$$Made in Tibet Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Bloomington.
- No.8
Cozy Kitsune Tattoo Studio
5.0(19)1.3 mi from Bloomington$$Cozy Kitsune Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Bloomington.
- No.9
Lucid Vision Tattoos
4.8(16)1.3 mi from Bloomington$$Lucid Vision Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Bloomington.
- No.10
Crosstown Tattoo
5.0(56)2.9 mi from Bloomington$$Crosstown Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Edina.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Bloomington, MN?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Ocean Blue Tattoo & Art Studio ranks #1 for Bloomington. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Bloomington.
Are these shops actually in Bloomington?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Bloomington — 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 Bloomington?+
Most reputable studios in the Minneapolis 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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See every top-rated shop across the Minneapolis metro — ranked by reviews and verified weekly.
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