Ranked · Updated May 2026
The 10 Best Tattoo Shops in Bellevue, WA
Ranked top 10 for Bellevue, WA — scored by rating, review volume, and distance from Bellevue. Updated weekly. See the full Seattle top 10.
Finding a tattoo artist near Bellevue 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 Bellevue, then ranked them against the wider Seattle market using the same star ratings, review volume, and proximity signals locals already trust — no pay-to-play, no sponsored slots.
Bellevue sits inside the Seattle 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 WA 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 Bellevue 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 Bellevue. 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
Alder & Ash Tattoo
5.0(189)1.1 mi from Bellevue$$Our top pick for Bellevue — 1.1 miles from Bellevue, with 189 verified reviews averaging 5.0★.
- No.2
BeautyInk By LeAnne
4.9(75)1.3 mi from Bellevue$$BeautyInk By LeAnne is a tattoo studio in Bellevue.
- No.3
Anastasia Bellevue Tattoo Studio
5.0(18)0.7 mi from Bellevue$$Anastasia Bellevue Tattoo Studio is a tattoo studio in Bellevue.
- No.4
OneInked
5.0(50)1.6 mi from Bellevue$$A 5.0★ studio 1.6 miles from Bellevue — 50 reviews.
- No.5
Cleopatra Ink Tattoo & Piercing Seattle Studio
4.9(1,422)6.2 mi from Bellevue$$Cleopatra Ink Tattoo & Piercing Seattle Studio is a tattoo studio in Seattle.
- No.6
Laughing Buddha Seattle
4.6(880)5.4 mi from Bellevue$$Laughing Buddha Seattle is a tattoo studio in Seattle.
- No.7
Advanced Ink
5.0(123)3.6 mi from Bellevue$$Advanced Ink is a tattoo studio in Bellevue.
- No.8
Not Occult Tattoo
5.0(314)4.8 mi from Bellevue$$Not Occult Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Seattle.
- No.9
Finer Things Tattoo
5.0(738)6.7 mi from Bellevue$$Finer Things Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Seattle.
- No.10
Rain Line Tattoo
5.0(15)1.8 mi from Bellevue$$Rain Line Tattoo is a tattoo studio in Bellevue.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best tattoo shop near Bellevue, WA?+
Based on rating, review count, and proximity, Alder & Ash Tattoo ranks #1 for Bellevue. The full list is ranked by a combination of star average, review volume, and distance from Bellevue.
Are these shops actually in Bellevue?+
We include studios within roughly 15 miles of Bellevue — 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 Bellevue?+
Most reputable studios in the Seattle 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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