Custom Tattoos & Body Piercing in Vallejo, CA

Custom Tattoos & Body Piercing in Vallejo, CA

Hot Ink Tattoos is a downtown Vallejo tattoo shop at 818 Marin Street. Since 1999 the studio has been a local spot for custom tattoos, cover-ups, and professional body piercing. The shop serves Vallejo, Benicia, American Canyon, and the rest of Solano County, plus clients traveling from the North Bay.

If you are looking for a tattoo shop in Vallejo, start with a consultation. Bring a reference, a rough idea, or a cover-up you want fixed. The artists work with you on placement, size, and style so the piece fits your body and lasts.

Custom Tattoos in Vallejo

Hot Ink does custom tattoos, not one-size-fits-all flash only. Common requests include traditional work, color pieces, black and grey, lettering, memorial tattoos, and cover-ups over older ink. Cover-up tattoos in Vallejo are a regular part of the shop’s work, so tell the artist what you want hidden and what you want in its place.

Appointments are the best way to book larger pieces. Call the shop to ask about artist availability, deposit details, and whether a small walk-in is possible that day.

Body Piercing in Vallejo

Body piercing is offered alongside tattooing. Rio handles piercing at Hot Ink, including ear, nose, and other standard placements. Ask about jewelry options, aftercare, and what is realistic for your anatomy before you book. First-time clients are welcome. If you already have a piercing and need a jewelry change, call ahead so the piercer can plan the visit.

Visit the Shop

Hot Ink Tattoos & Body Piercing
818 Marin St, Vallejo, CA 94590
Phone: (707) 648-2070

Typical hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 12:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. The shop is usually closed Sunday and Monday. Hours can change, so call before you drive over. Parking is downtown Vallejo near Marin Street.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Do I need an appointment for a tattoo?

Larger custom tattoos and cover-ups should be booked. Call (707) 648-2070 to ask about the next opening with the artist you want.

Do you take walk-ins?

Small tattoos and some piercings may be possible if an artist or piercer has time. Call the same day before you come in.

What should I bring to a consultation?

References, the area you want tattooed, and any medical or cover-up details the artist should know. You do not need a finished drawing.

How do I book a piercing?

Hot Ink Tattoos is built for people who want clean work, a straightforward process, and a Vallejo shop they can come back to for the next piece.