7 five-star tattoo studios in Birmingham according to Google reviews including KTREW Tattoo and Flaming Star

Finding a good tattoo artist is one of the most daunting tasks there is. Unlike finding a new hairdresser, where you can simply find a new one once your hair has grown back, tattoos are forever.

Not only are tattoos expensive and take time, they come in hundreds of different styles like old school, realistic, new school, American classical. And there are just as many variations to the styles as no artist’s work looks the same.

Luckily, there are hundreds of tattoo parlours and artists around Birmingham all specialising in their own styles and niches. But if you’re new to the city or looking to get your first ink, we’ve put together a handy guide to finding the right one.

BirminghamWorld have been looking at tattoo parlours around the city and listed seven studios with a five-star rating on Google reviews. Please keep in mind that every tattoo artist has their own style, and finding someone who specialises in the style you want is more important than online reviews.

7 five-star tattoo studios in Birmingham

KTREW Tattoo

Where: The Jubilee Centre, 130 Pershore St, Birmingham B5 6ND

One reviewer said: “Such an amazing experience with Ivy. The tattoo is incredibly meaningful and special to me. Ivy made me feel very comfortable, super friendly and we had lovely funny chats!”

Contact the team at KTREW Tattoo.

JQT-1 Tattoo & Fine Art Studio

Where: Unit 14 Kenyon forge, Kenyon St, Birmingham B18 6DH

One reviewer said: "Best tattoo shop and artists around!!!! 100% recommend."

Contact the team at JQT-1 studio.

Steele and Ink Tattoos

Where: 114 Pope St, Birmingham B1 3AG

One reviewer said: "Excellent artists, amazing work, fully recommended."

Contact the team at Steele and Ink Tattoos.

AppleINK Tattoo

Where: 91 Allison St, Birmingham B5 5TH

One reviewer said: “They are very helpful and accommodating with schedules and helping with sizes and positioning, and have great designs with a good variety of styles.”

Contact the team at AppleINK Tattoo.

Flaming Star

Where: 82 Church Rd, Birmingham B25 8XE

One reviewer said: "Great atmosphere, great work done, great place to go and very reasonable prices."

Contact the team at Flaming Star.

Chapters Tattoo Studio

Where: 51 Albion St, Birmingham B1 3EA

One reviewer said: "The staff are welcoming and there is an overall, chilled atmosphere."

Contact the team at Chapters Tattoo Studio.

Black Axe Tattoo Studio

Where: 465a Brook Ln, Billesley, Birmingham B13 0BT

One reviewer said: “Really impressed with my new ink from Joe at Black Axe and would highly recommend this studio.”

Contact the team at Black Axe Tattoo Studio.