Boardwalk Tattoos

4.8·529 reviews·Verified·San Antonio, TX

About this parlor

Boardwalk Tattoos is one of the San Antonio, TX's near-perfect options for portrait, fine line, and lettering. The shop currently averages 4.8 across 529 reviews, which is near-perfect for a shop of its size. Walk-in availability isn't published — call ahead to confirm whether they're taking same-day appointments.

Boardwalk Tattoos boasts a team of talented and friendly artists, including Leslie, Su, and Abel, who create custom, meaningful pieces. Many customers return for multiple tattoos, citing the welcoming atmosphere and superb artistry.

Known for

Portrait · Fine Line · Lettering

Pricing

$$ — mid-range

Reviews

4.8★ across 529

Walk-ins

Call to confirm

Vibe

Artsy

Good to know before you book

Fine-line and micro work here demands a clear reference — bring high-res images and expect a short consult before the needle.
Realism and portrait work depends heavily on reference quality — clean, well-lit source photos make the biggest difference.
Walk-in availability isn't always posted online — a quick phone call is the fastest way to know if they can fit you in today.
Calendars tend to book several weeks out — reach out as early as possible if you have a target date.

What people love

Custom memorial tattoos

Skilled artists

Welcoming atmosphere

Highly recommended

Multiple return customers

Specialties

PortraitFine LineLettering

Photos

Reviews

4.8· 529 reviews

Terri Kuhn

when I came in today, everyone was so kind and welcoming! Leslie was amazing and did both of my tattoos! what a sweetheart and everyone here is so talented! def recommend coming here ❤️‍🔥

Sandra Zaldana

Su did a great job. I had an idea for a tattoo honoring my grandmother for years and I'm so glad that Su was able to make it a reality! She was so great through the whole process and we were able to knock it out in a few hours. She also did a memorial tattoo on my husband and it turned out just as he wanted. Everyone at the shop was super friendly and helpful during my visits!

Krystle Arndt

I got my first tattoo here a few years ago, it came recommended to me by some nurses, and I figured if it was good enough for nurses, it was good enough for me! Loved my first tattoo so much, I came back 2 years later to get another one. All of the artists are wonderful, but Abel is absolutely amazing. Highly recommend!

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