Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Mountain View, CA
Ranked top 10 for Mountain View, CA — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Mountain View. Updated weekly. See the full San Jose top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Mountain View 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 Mountain View, then ranked them against the wider San Jose market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Mountain View sits inside the San Jose 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 CA 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 Mountain View 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 Mountain View. 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
Fatty Zone
4.6(297)In Mountain View$$Our top pick for Mountain View — right in Mountain View, with 297 verified reviews averaging 4.6★.
- No.2
Vibrant Henna
5.0(113)2.1 mi from Mountain View$$Vibrant Henna is a tattoo studio in Sunnyvale.
- No.3
Flora Tattoo Studio
5.0(145)3.0 mi from Mountain View$$Flora Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Sunnyvale.
- No.4
Shane Co.
4.6(698)5.6 mi from Mountain View$$Jewelry retailer specializing in diamonds & gemstone pieces, with an engraving service.
- No.5
Ulta Beauty
4.0(359)4.4 mi from Mountain View$$Chain with a diverse selection of cosmetics & other beauty products, plus on-site salon services.
- No.6
Mol'far Tattoo
4.8(37)2.9 mi from Mountain View$$Mol'far Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Palo Alto.
- No.7
Bishops Cuts/Color
4.5(404)5.8 mi from Mountain View$$Bishops Cuts/Color is a tattoo studio in Cupertino.
- No.8
Removery Tattoo Removal & Fading
4.9(353)6.6 mi from Mountain View$$Removery Tattoo Removal & Fading is a tattoo studio in San Jose.
- No.9
Chapter Tattoo
4.8(19)3.4 mi from Mountain View$$Chapter Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Sunnyvale.
- No.10
Da Wei Tattoo Inc
4.6(46)4.8 mi from Mountain View$$Da Wei Tattoo Inc is a tattoo studio in Sunnyvale.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Mountain View, CA?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Fatty Zone ranks #1 for Mountain View. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Mountain View.
Are these shops actually in Mountain View?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Mountain View — 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 Mountain View?+
Most reputable studios in the San Jose 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 Mountain View?
See every top-rated shop across the San Jose metro — ranked by reviews and verified weekly.
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