Top 5 Highest Rated Tattoo Shops in New Hampshire
On the heels of the New England Patriots’ Super Bowl win, it seemed fitting to highlight a state legendary for its patriotism, New Hampshire. While the Live Free or Die state may be the 5th smallest state, there is no shortage of quality tattoo shops and artists. With over 60 shops statewide, finding the right shop for you may seem a little overwhelming. We’ve tried to make the process easier by compiling data to determine the 5 highest ranked shops in the state. With two shops tying for number 4, you’ll actually see 6 shops listed below!
We sometimes see the highest rated shops clustered in a state’s largest cities, but that’s not so in New Hampshire. The 6 shops below hail from Manchester, Salem, Portsmouth, Meredith, Hudson, and Concord. Check out the list below and read a bit about each shop. If you’ve received a tattoo from one of these shops, please share your comments below.
1. Ed’s Heritage Tattoo, Body Piercing & Jewelry Inc, Salem
2. Wayne’s Tattoo World, Hudson
3. Midnight Moon Tattoo Shop, Meredith
4. Grim North Tattoo and Piercing, Portsmouth
4. Bitter Sweet Tattoo Shop, Manchester
5. Anaconda Tattooing and Piercing, Concord
#1 Ed’s Heritage Tattoo & Body Piercing
Ed’s Heritage Tattoo & Body Piercing opened in 1999, with the goal of providing quality body art at a reasonable price. Eddie’s staff (Sandy, Jim, Kyrsis, and piercer Rick) have a combined 48+ years of experience. Sixteen years later, it’s no wonder this shop is at the top of the list with a perfect 5-star rating and 21 reviews.
Rating: 5 stars
Reviews: 21
#2 Wayne’s Tattoo World
Since 1999, Wayne Morel has been serving southern New Hampshire with world-class tattoo and body piercing. Wayne and his staff offer a full range of body art options and take pride in setting the bar for training, cleanliness, and professionalism. They also have a great body jewelry selection. Come see why they are number 2 of the top 5 highest rated shops in New Hampshire.
Rating: 5 stars
Reviews: 16
#3 Midnight Moon Tattoo Shop
Midnight Moon Tattoo opened in 1993, and if you take a look at the work of Mathew, Audi, and Tim, you will see why this shop has been keeping its customers happy for over 20 years. Owner Mathew Clarke’s work has even been featured in International Tattoo Art magazine. Midnight Moon Tattoo is open Tuesday through Saturday, 10:00 – 6:00.
Rating: 5 stars
Reviews: 11
#4 Grim North Tattoo and Piercing
At number 4 is Grim North, which specializes in custom tattoo designs and piercing. They have four tattooist: Stina, James, Stephanie, and Myles, who provide a great variety of quality work. Shop hours are Tuesday to Friday, 11:00 – 7:00, and Saturday 11:00 – 8:00.
Rating: 5 stars
Reviews: 9
#4 Bitter Sweet Tattoo Shop
Tied for number 4 is Bitter Sweet Tattoo Shop. Open since 2010, Bitter Sweet prides itself on its customer service. They work closely with their clients to ensure the best tattoo possible, one to stand the test of time. Elle has been tattooing full-time since 2001 and strives for creative, dynamic, refined work. Randy may be relatively new to the industry, but he is quickly making a name for himself with his bod designs. Bitter Sweet is open Wednesday – Saturday 12:00 – 7:00 and Sunday 12:00 – 6:00.
Rating: 5 stars
Reviews: 9
#5 Anaconda Tattoo and Piercing
Rounding out the list at number 5, Anaconda Tattoo and Piercing is one of the only shops open 7 days a week (Monday – Wednesday 11:00 – 8:00, Thursday – Saturday 11:00 – 9:00, and Sunday 12:00 – 7:00). Anaconda also takes walk-ins every day. Owner and award-winning artist Ray Scott and artists Jamie and Hurley are featured every year at the Live Free or Die Expo.
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February 2015
February 7, 2015
Mayhem Ink LLC
How can you have missed NH oldest and top tier tattoo shop Jims Tattoos in Seabeook NH?
I believe Mayhem Ink was over looked!
As you also overlooked “About Time Tattoo” in South Nashua…
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Creative Ink in Keene New Hampshire is the best place to get a tattoo! It takes awhile to get a sitting, but well worth the wait. So happy and proud to show off my custom photo realistic piece. Cesar Perez does amazing cover ups.
While the shop I go to made the list (Midnight Moon) people should definitely do research before choosing a shop. Find the shop that suits your style and needs because no matter who you ask….they’ll tell you the shop they go to is the best. People are generally pretty loyal to their artists. Do your research and be picky….its your skin!