Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Metairie, LA
Ranked top 10 for Metairie, LA — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Metairie. Updated weekly. See the full New Orleans top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Metairie 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 Metairie, then ranked them against the wider New Orleans market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Metairie sits inside the New Orleans 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 LA 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 Metairie 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 Metairie. 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
WK Tattoos and Piercings
4.7(118)1.7 mi from Metairie$$Our top pick for Metairie — 1.7 miles from Metairie, with 118 verified reviews averaging 4.7★.
- No.2
Galactic Tattoo Studio
4.8(171)2.2 mi from Metairie$$Galactic Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Metairie.
- No.3
Mid City Voodoux Tattoos
4.6(461)3.2 mi from Metairie$$Mid City Voodoux Tattoos is a tattoo studio in New Orleans.
- No.4
Catahoula Tattoo ️
4.9(356)4.4 mi from Metairie$$Catahoula Tattoo ️ is a tattoo studio in New Orleans.
- No.5
Space Tiger Tattoos
4.8(69)2.5 mi from Metairie$$Space Tiger Tattoos is a tattoo studio in New Orleans.
- No.6
Orleans Ink
4.6(232)3.8 mi from Metairie$$Orleans Ink is a tattoo studio in New Orleans.
- No.7
Rowan Magazine Street
4.9(515)5.5 mi from Metairie$$Rowan Magazine Street is a tattoo studio in New Orleans.
- No.8
Big Easy Tattoo & Co.
4.4(655)5.2 mi from Metairie$$Big Easy Tattoo & Co.
- No.9
Electric Ladyland Tattoo
4.5(901)5.9 mi from Metairie$$Electric Ladyland Tattoo is a tattoo studio in New Orleans.
- No.10
Downtown Tattoos and Piercing
4.6(745)5.9 mi from Metairie$$Downtown Tattoos and Piercing is a tattoo studio in New Orleans.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Metairie, LA?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, WK Tattoos and Piercings ranks #1 for Metairie. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Metairie.
Are these shops actually in Metairie?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Metairie — 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 Metairie?+
Most reputable studios in the New Orleans 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.
Looking beyond Metairie?
See every top-rated shop across the New Orleans metro — ranked by reviews and verified weekly.
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