Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Chesterfield, VA
Ranked top 10 for Chesterfield, VA — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Chesterfield. Updated weekly. See the full Richmond top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield, then ranked them against the wider Richmond market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Chesterfield sits inside the Richmond 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 VA 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 Chesterfield 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 Chesterfield. 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
Off The Cuff Tattoo
4.6(59)3.5 mi from Chesterfield$$Our top pick for Chesterfield — 3.5 miles from Chesterfield, with 59 verified reviews averaging 4.6★.
- No.2
Loose Screw Tattoo
5.0(1,851)12.3 mi from Chesterfield$$Loose Screw Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Richmond.
- No.3
Turquoise Panther Tattoo
4.9(229)8.8 mi from Chesterfield$$Turquoise Panther Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Richmond.
- No.4
Lucky 13 Tattoos & Piercing – Richmond, VA
4.5(2,158)12.6 mi from Chesterfield$$Lucky 13 Tattoos & Piercing – Richmond, VA is a tattoo studio in Richmond.
- No.5
Jason Haney Tattoo
5.0(6)3.5 mi from Chesterfield$$Jason Haney Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Chesterfield.
- No.6
River City Tattoo & Piercing Co
4.7(1,449)13.2 mi from Chesterfield$$River City Tattoo & Piercing Co is a tattoo studio in Richmond.
- No.7
Captured Moment Tattoos
4.9(216)9.7 mi from Chesterfield$$Captured Moment Tattoos is a tattoo studio in Richmond.
- No.8
River City Tattoo Chesterfield Towne Center
4.5(513)10.6 mi from Chesterfield$$River City Tattoo Chesterfield Towne Center is a tattoo studio in Richmond.
- No.9
Tattoos By Pugsley
5.0(4)3.5 mi from Chesterfield$$Tattoos By Pugsley is a tattoo studio in Chesterfield.
- No.10
City Limits Tattoo & Piercing Ltd.
4.5(515)11.7 mi from Chesterfield$$City Limits Tattoo & Piercing Ltd.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Chesterfield, VA?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Off The Cuff Tattoo ranks #1 for Chesterfield. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Chesterfield.
Are these shops actually in Chesterfield?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Chesterfield — 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 Chesterfield?+
Most reputable studios in the Richmond 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 Chesterfield?
See every top-rated shop across the Richmond metro — ranked by reviews and verified weekly.
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