Eastend Tattoos: Discover the Best Tattoo Shop in Austin

Welcome to Eastend Tattoos, the heart of Austin’s tattoo culture. Renowned for transforming personal stories into captivating, timeless art, ideally located on the vibrant east side at 1302 E 6th St, Austin, TX. Stop by or give us a call.

Eastend Tattoos has emerged as the best tattoo shop in Austin. We are more than just a tattoo shop; we're a creative haven where personal expression meets visual artistry.

Eastend Tattoos: Open Until Midnight, Everyday

Eastend Tattoos, the best tattoo shop in Austin, isn’t confined by conventional hours. We understand that inspiration can strike at any moment, which is why we’re open until midnight, seven days a week. Whether you’re planning your first tattoo or adding to your collection, we’re here to help you every step of the way. Stop by or give us a call at (512) 373-3032. Let’s start creating your next masterpiece today.

Eastend Tattoos

4.8

Based on 113 reviews

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Chelsea

17:37 06 Mar 25

Go here and ask for Dave Crowe. Lightest hand on this side of the Mississippi. Been getting tattooed by Dave for years and they’re pieces that I consistently get compliments on 8 years later. He’s the best!!!

Sarah Shellam

22:13 28 Feb 25

Leo was an incredible tattoo artist! He took my vision (my wild handwriting) and brought it fruition. He’s an incredible artist and was even able to fix a tattoo I had that was slightly messed. 10 of 10!

virgil page

14:20 11 Jan 25

Old School Tattoo Shop. Juan Diego got it done Sir!

reagan brooke

17:12 10 Nov 24

this shop is super friendly & chill. & dave crowe is a great artist, highly recommend!

Maddie Grussendorf

03:18 03 Nov 24

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

Christina M

03:17 03 Nov 24

Great place, talented tattoo artists

Andy Lovell

22:32 23 Oct 24

Incredible tattoo shop! Highly recommend to anyone, family vibes all around!

Faith Marie

20:13 31 Aug 24

I've had 2 walk in tattoos here and have loved the service and staff each time. I have recommended this shop to my friends! Dave and Leo rock!

Ted Salonek

16:18 04 Aug 24

Kumi did matching tattoos for my and my girlfriend as a walk in.She was so cool and friendly! Great atmosphere. Get blasted at Eastend Tattoo ASAP!!!

Taylor R

01:13 04 Aug 24

I never got the chance to get my tattoo with Caroline, but be sure to read all of the fine lines and policies before booking. I messaged the artist a month in advance to when my appointment was scheduled and sent in a $60 deposit (it was $120 total, split between two people). My friends and I were down in Austin on a trip and planning to be outdoors/swimming and decided it wasn’t a good time to get a tattoo, so I reached out to cancel it 8 days in advance. I can understand artists and small businesses needing deposits in order to have financial income, but I was never informed that it was non-refundable at any point through our communication. There was nothing done regarding the funds we sent or getting any sort of compensation back for the miscommunication. Be aware before booking

HMJ

05:58 02 Jul 24

Three cheers for Caroline who was so friendly, professional, and a fab artist when my bestie and I walked in for matching travel tattoos.

Brooklyn Browning

03:47 27 Jun 24

Best tattoo shop in Austin if you’re looking for quality walk ins (but also more than that). They have the best energy and LINE WORK. Both of which are very important haha. Amazing work, so happy with my tattoos. I have done a walk in twice here, great work. Leo did my last tattoo and his line work was perfection!

Emily Young

03:47 27 Jun 24

Juan gave me exactly what I was looking for and had great vibes. Perfect line work. Amazing energy. Thank you!!!

Alessia Gabuzzi

03:46 27 Jun 24

Amazing spot!! Highly recommend!!

Belen Villarreal

06:37 15 Jun 24

Best spot for clean tattoos.

Douglas Ruehlen

11:56 10 Jun 24

Amine Zaied

07:46 03 May 24

Samlee is one of the artist that works Eastend tattoos. I trusted to send my wife to the shop, considering the close location to where we live.Samlee ended up, not only giving her a tattoo, but also engage into a sexual relationship with her(completely ruining a family) I approached the owner to obtain his information so I can report the incident to the authorities but he decided to protect the employee and keep him working there.. I definitely recommend to never step footin this shop and stay away from this artist Samlee.It is not a safe business location, especially for women .

Belle Marie

15:46 13 Apr 24

Was in Austin to visit friends and we came here to get matching tattoos. We had an awesome experience and our tattoos came out amazing! Shoutout to Sam Lee, Leo, and Juan - they’re the best!

Madeline Wiles

15:43 13 Apr 24

I visited this shop with some friends to get matching tattoos, all of the artist did a fantastic job on the tattoos. (Our artist were Leo, Sam Lee, and Juan.) Everyone was super friendly and precise, I would highly recommend this place!

Amy Alvarado

15:40 13 Apr 24

1000000x recommend Eastend!!! My best friends came into town to visit and we went there for matching tattoos. The artists are extremely talented, friendly, and we had a great time. Huge shoutout to our tattooists Sam Lee, Leo, and Juan - go see them!!!

Paige Gainey

04:30 13 Apr 24

Sam Lee was awesome! If you’re ever in Austin and want to get an epic tatt - he’s the man!Highly recommended for anyone seeking not just a tattoo, but an experience of true artistryEveryone at the shop was friendly and attentive.

Peggy Wray

19:14 30 Mar 24

I have been getting tattooed by JD for around 6 years now. He always comes up with something better than what I had in mind. He is clearly very dedicated to his job. Every experience has been a good one. He has done several large pieces on my arms as well as my full back. If you’re looking to get tattooed by someone Jd is the guy.

Diego Garcia

13:30 30 Mar 24

This shop definitely holds it downnn!!! Iv gone back multiple times and Juan Diego and the staff has always been sooo radd. If your not getting work done here, sorry buddy but your missing outtt! Eshhh

John Egloff

04:34 30 Mar 24

Juan Diego and the rest of the staff are amazing! The most welcoming shop on the east side. Your idea or theirs they are always willing to take care of all of your tattoo needs.

sandy martinez

03:32 30 Mar 24

Love this place! Such a lovely shop, super attentive to your needs and wants! Shoutout to Juan Diego! Amazing artist!

Carol Shackelford

03:02 22 Mar 24

Michael

14:11 06 Feb 24

My wife and I showed up for $35 Monday. The guy came out right away to sign us in. Didn’t wait long at all. And got great tattoos. Healed perfectly.

Eve Godat

01:24 29 Jan 24

love their new location! $80 walk in and 100% worth it. I worked with Sam Lee!

Lilly Sarsok

06:26 14 Jan 24

Went here on a walk in and was immediately seen! Super friendly artists who were able to give me exactly what I wanted! Wasn’t crazy expensive and the tattoo turned out great!

Kimberly Muniz

21:15 28 Dec 23

One of the best tattoo experiences that I've had. Staff was amazing! Seemed more like a family than coworkers! Juan did a stunning job on such an important tattoo. Only place I will get tattoos in Austin.

Abby Penner

02:53 17 Dec 23

Cute puppy even cuter tattoos!!!!!!

Jordan W

22:16 15 Dec 23

Ashley King

23:29 11 Dec 23

Best tattoo shop I’ve been to. Very welcoming and knowledgeable. All of the artists do great work!!

moses hernandez

02:46 10 Dec 23

I have been getting tattooed by Juan Diego and Sam Lee for a few years now. They are as professional as it gets and some of the nicest most down to earth people I have met. Everyone at the shop is very friendly and it’s a great atmosphere to go get a tattoo. Time after time they prove why I will only be getting work done from them and the Eastend crew!

Madison Kollar

01:04 10 Dec 23

I've been to many tattoo shops and this is without a doubt the absolute best. All of the artists are incredible. Extremely nice and friendly, clean, creative, helpful. Juan Diego is amazing. He does fantastic work and is very knowledgeable, creative, and friendly. I will never go anywhere else and would recommend this place to anyone.

15:17 19 Nov 23

Great place for a first date.

Jacob Ransom

03:17 15 Nov 23

Raul is hands down the best artist you’re going to find. He listens to what you say and gives life to your ideas. Clean sharp lines, tons of experience, excellent artistic ability, light touch, and all around great guy to hang with. Eastend tattoo is a cool shop with friendly staff. Definitely book here if you’re in Austin.

Alfredo Cedeno

23:27 13 Nov 23

This is a great place to get work done. My artist Caroline had a soft touch and the tattoo didn’t hurt at all. Great line work too!

Alexander Hill

21:08 12 Nov 23

Me and few buddies came in as walk-ins to get matching tattoos. Juan Diego did a great job with the tattoos and the shop went out of their way to make sure that they could fit us in.

Alexis Villalobos

17:50 27 Oct 23

Went in for a small tattoo, the artist messed up the lettering by not paying attention to design. The owner offered to “fix” it or cover it after the area had healed and now refuses to do so. wouldn’t recommend this place to anyone.

Stefanie Chafin

13:38 26 Oct 23

Cynthia Ceballos

15:58 23 Oct 23

You can tell Raul's experience with his art work. Touch light as a feather.

armando garza

15:58 23 Oct 23

Raul did an amazing job ,very great experience ,educated me very well on the after care process ,recommend 100%

Ashley Melchor

02:15 23 Oct 23

C Castillo

05:05 21 Oct 23

Freakn amazingly quick. Juan Diego had such a light hand that it didn't even feel like I was being worked on. 1st time getn work done here but definitely not my last... HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!! GREAT FREAKN ATMOSPHERE

Jenn W

15:18 15 Oct 23

I was able to book an appointment with Sam Lee. He did an amazing job with what I had shown him I wanted him to do. He's very knowledgeable and talented. I'm definitely going back to him for additional tattoos! Highly recommended! Thank you, Sam, for exceeding my expectations!

Andie Dain

02:46 06 Oct 23

Stopped by on our besties bachelorette… Leo took great care of us!!!! Artists are very talented here

Antonio Jimenez

03:05 05 Sep 23

They literally tried to sell me a cup of water instead of just giving me one like a normal person.

Ashton Briley

23:32 16 Jul 23

mario bernabe roda

09:11 19 Jun 23

Very good people, very good vibes and predisposition!!! Super clean place!! highly recommended

Sushi Fooshy

01:36 04 Jun 23

Jack Kemp

18:19 07 Mar 23

Such a cool venue, can't wait to go back and explore more!

Lauren Vidourek

13:08 23 Sep 22

Miles was AWESOME!! Super laid back, friendly dude. Exactly the type of person/environment you want for a tattoo. They’ve got a special energy here. Highly recommend.

Kim Nguyen

15:57 08 Aug 22

We stopped at Native Hostel on a whim for some drinks. We noticed they were doing flash tatts for $60. I put our names down, had about 6 people in front of us so it took about an hour before we got called back. The tattoo itself only took 5 minutes and we loved how it turned out. They just started it up and mentioned are hoping to continue it on sundays so be on the look out! The guys there were super nice. Totally worth it.

Charles Hatchett

15:57 13 Jun 22

I would not recommend using Leo. I wasted two of my Sundays on coming here. He had told me to come in and we can do a half sleeve I came in the first Sunday and he said the cover up may take some sketching so I said ok he then scheduled me for the following Sunday to finally start that tattoo at 3 pm. I asked him Friday night if we were still good for 3 pm Sunday he said yes. Come to find out Sunday an hour before my appointment he messaged me and says he has to cancel he’s been working late nights and bla bla. Very very unprofessional I’ve never dealt with anybody this unprofessional in my life. Don’t waste your time go elsewhere.

Victoria Hoang

05:50 15 Nov 20

Such a great experience! The staff was very kind and welcoming. My sister and I were walk-ins and they were more than welcome to take us. We had Leo do our tattoos. He was very patient and made sure we were happy with placement and details before starting. Highly recommend this place!!

Kourtney Sparks

14:08 08 Apr 19

My tribe type Vibes! Josh & Daniel were amazing & super fun to work with! They dealt with 5 sisters walking in at 10pm on a Saturday night when we decided spontaneously to get a simple tattoo...we have 6 sisters but the youngest doesn’t turn 18 for another 10yrs so we decided to get Roman Numeral VI (6) on the 2nd to youngest 21st birthday! It was the perfect “good vibes only” experience and made our trip to Austin even that more memorable! TYSM! Y’all are amazing!*CASH ONLY - but great prices and ATM nearby! Oh and bar next door for the Tattoo virgins-taking a shot before helped calm the nerves! 🤗

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Experience Eastend Tattoos: A Unique Fusion of Artistry and Atmosphere

Immerse yourself in our one-of-a-kind space, a striking blend of a homely atelier and a cutting-edge tattoo studio, bedecked with antique furniture and maritime art. Positioned conveniently between the vibrant ambiance of The Lucky Duck and the culinary delights of Licha's Cantina, East End Tattoos breathes life into the unique interplay of tradition and innovation in body art.

With an extensive range of styles – from old school classics and new school pioneers to stunning portraits and intricate Polynesian designs, from the subtlety of fine lines to the bold impact of bangers, and the timeless charm of flash art – if you can envision it, we can bring it to life on your skin.

Call to Schedule an Appointment. 512.373.3032

Eastend Tattoos:
Walk-Ins Welcome

At Eastend Tattoos, we welcome both appointments and walk-ins. Whether you're a local or just visiting east Austin, we are here at 1302 E 6th St to bring your tattoo vision to life. Our exceptional artists specialize in custom tattoos, meticulously crafting each design to reflect your unique story and style. Here, every tattoo becomes a meaningful conversation piece, a symbol of individuality that transcends time.

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Artist @raularevalo02 , @tatsbysamlee, @tattsbyleoc, @kumi_ashg @lonestartats @juandiegoatx

eastendtattoo Oct 31

TODAY we have a very SPECIAL RAFFLE $20 for your CHANCE TO WIN!!! 2 BEAUTIFUL PAINTINGS of EDDIE FROM THE MUNSTERS & NOSFURATU!!! Done by the Louisiana HOSS @1936greaser these are painted on OLD BAYOU PLANKS FROM THE 1920’s STRAIGHT FROM THE LOUISIANA BAYOU DM CALL THE SHOP (512) 373-3032 or JUST STOP BY!!! WINNER WILL BE. ALLED @11pm!!!

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TODAY we have a very SPECIAL RAFFLE $20 for your CHANCE TO WIN!!! 2 BEAUTIFUL PAINTINGS of EDDIE FROM THE MUNSTERS & NOSFURATU!!! Done by the Louisiana HOSS @1936greaser these are painted on OLD BAYOU PLANKS FROM THE 1920’s STRAIGHT FROM THE LOUISIANA BAYOU DM CALL THE SHOP (512) 373-3032 or JUST STOP BY!!! WINNER WILL BE. ALLED @11pm!!!

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eastendtattoo Oct 30

2 ye healed “TEENY TINY “BIG RED” CAN by @lonestartats DM or call the shop to book with her!!! WE LOVE YOU AUSTIN TEXAS!!!

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2 ye healed “TEENY TINY “BIG RED” CAN by @lonestartats DM or call the shop to book with her!!! WE LOVE YOU AUSTIN TEXAS!!! ...

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eastendtattoo Oct 30

TATTOO DONE LAST NIGHT!!!! By the great GRAND wizard @tattsbyleoc DM directly or call the shop TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT!!!

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TATTOO DONE LAST NIGHT!!!! By the great GRAND wizard @tattsbyleoc DM directly or call the shop TO BOOK AN APPOINTMENT!!! ...

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eastendtattoo Oct 30

WE’VE GOT THE HEATER CRANKED the INCENSE is in THE AIR & we couldn’t be HAPPIER TO SPOOK YA!!! Let the HALLOWEEN TATTS BEGIN!!! Doors OPEN @2PM TILL THE PARTYS OVER!!! We got CANDY we got JAMS we’ve got more SHIT TO TALK THAN THE ASSHOLE BEHIND YA!!! COME MAKE SOME FRIENDS AND STAY WARM!!! Next door to @lichascantina @theluckyduckatx @latchkeyatx pay all our bartender friends a visit and get SOME WARMTH IN YA!!! FOR THE LOVE OF GHOUL!!! We love YOU AUSTIN TEXAS!!! 🧡🎃👁️💀☠️🤡🧡

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eastendtattoo Oct 30

@1936greaser will be in town for the HALLOWEEN PARTY! and tattooing tomorrow as well, SEND A DM IFYOU’D LIKE TO GET TATTOOED!!!

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@1936greaser will be in town for the HALLOWEEN PARTY! and tattooing tomorrow as well, SEND A DM IFYOU’D LIKE TO GET TATTOOED!!! ...

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eastendtattoo Oct 28

AUSTIN TEXAS!!! The moment you’ve been WAITING FOR!!! The 28th through the 31st EASTEND HALLOWEEN TATTOO PARTY!!! Come for THE TRICKS!!! STAY FOR THE TREATS! 2pm-2am $40-$200 designs AND PLENTY TO CHOOSE FROM!!!!
BRING YOUR COSTUMES!!! WE’LL SEE YOU SOON!!!
STAY TUNED!!! 💀☠️🎃⚡️🔥

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AUSTIN TEXAS!!! The moment you’ve been WAITING FOR!!! The 28th through the 31st EASTEND HALLOWEEN TATTOO PARTY!!! Come for THE TRICKS!!! STAY FOR THE TREATS! 2pm-2am $40-$200 designs AND PLENTY TO CHOOSE FROM!!!!
BRING YOUR COSTUMES!!! WE’LL SEE YOU SOON!!!
STAY TUNED!!! 💀☠️🎃⚡️🔥

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eastendtattoo Oct 21

Tattoo by @juandiegoatx to finish up the FRIDAY NIGHT!!! Everything’s FANCY’R IN TEXAS!!! COME BY THE SHOP TONIGHT @txsamlee @tattsbyleoc @juandiegoatx TAKING WALK-INS ALL NIGHT TILL 2AM!!! LOVE YALL!!!

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Tattoo by @juandiegoatx to finish up the FRIDAY NIGHT!!! Everything’s FANCY’R IN TEXAS!!! COME BY THE SHOP TONIGHT @txsamlee @tattsbyleoc @juandiegoatx TAKING WALK-INS ALL NIGHT TILL 2AM!!! LOVE YALL!!!

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eastendtattoo Oct 21

Beautiful peony from @txsamlee @tatsbysamlee he’s back in town and READY to TATTOO!!! Please feel FREE TO DM him directly! Thanks for the peek!!!

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Beautiful peony from @txsamlee @tatsbysamlee he’s back in town and READY to TATTOO!!! Please feel FREE TO DM him directly! Thanks for the peek!!! ...

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eastendtattoo Oct 20

THANK YOU TO EVERYONE!!! @cashapp and @allensboots for the BEAUTIFUL EVENING we had a BLAST!!! And can’t wait to SEE Y’ALL AGAIN!
AUSTIN TEXAS FOREVER

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THANK YOU TO EVERYONE!!! @cashapp and @allensboots for the BEAUTIFUL EVENING we had a BLAST!!! And can’t wait to SEE Y’ALL AGAIN!
AUSTIN TEXAS FOREVER ...