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Tattoo shop

ANTS TATTOO STUDIO (SAN JOSE)

★★★★★4.2Google rating (58 Google reviews)

Address 15 Tillman Ave, San Jose, CA 95126, USA

Phone (408) 890-8261

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Claim it to get the Shop Package and post openings for guest artists and residents.

Reviews from Google

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Shannon Campano

Jan 28, 2026

★★★★★

I had a great experience with Zoey. Reading the reviews I understand the frustration of waiting to the day of to see ideas or finalization, but Zoey talked with me prior to my appointment trying to make what I wanted work that made sense. It took about 45 minutes for her to finalize the design and 45 minutes for tattooing. She was kind, considerate, and if I had feedback about the design she made it work. I brought my partner with me and she was very kind to him making sure both him and I were comfortable. On her Instagram she does talk about how she likes to focus and is quiet, however when she noticed I was in pain she stopped and asked if I was okay and if she needed to pause. I felt cared for and everything she told me prior to the appointment was true. Also, I feel her being able to focus allowed my tattoo to look amazing, but she also finished pretty quickly. Considering the detail I’m throughout impressed and would work with her again and give my business to Ants tattoos.

Ryan Andonian

Jan 26, 2026

★★★★★

While we were here for my wife's scheduled tattoo appointment with another visiting artist, Nicole was able to take a walk in request from both my sibling and I, and she did an amazing job with both the design and the tattoo work itself. She was so nice and fun to hang out with and so so kind to take TWO walk-ins and created absolutely beautiful art!

Bonnie zhao

Jan 21, 2026

★★★★★

super cute and very cool! bestie tattoo on my arm! Zoey is so nice and gentle! Highly recommended!

Kaz

Jun 20, 2025

★★★★★

Got a tattoo from Levi and couldn’t be happier! The shop has an amazing atmosphere and is home to some incredibly talented artists. Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for quality work and a great experience!

Nay C

Jun 8, 2024

★★★★★

Love my tattoo, by Marisa. She did a great job on darker skin, didn't go too deep and didn't leave any scaring. I love the detail in your drawing and how friendly she was while working. What I don't like however, is the communication when getting a custom tattoo, I do understand about not wanting to get their design stolen but it has to be some partnership in this. I want the time to go over drawing prior to the day off the appointment and discuss design details. It's your job but my body. I have ran into that with several tattoo places and some I had to walk away from on the day off because the drawing weren't right.