Uptown Tattoo was founded on the principles of solid artistic design and execution. Our artist’s goal is to make your vision come to life.

MEET OUR TEAM

Tattoo artist working on a tattoo in black and white

NIC

Tattoo artist creating a design on a client's arm in black and white photo

BRANDON

Black and white photo of a person with long hair and a beard, wearing a hoodie and smoking a cigarette, casting deep shadows on their face.

DAN

Tattooed man sketching on a lightbox with a focus on his hands and drawing tools.

JEFF

Tattoo artist wearing a mask and gloves, focused on tattooing a client's arm in a studio, surrounded by tools and equipment.

NORI

Person with tattoos holding flowers outdoors

LINDSAY

If you ask around Minneapolis where the best place is to get tattooed, chances are someone will mention Uptown Tattoo. The artists that reside at this shop have their work displayed on human canvasses throughout Minnesota. As the most frequented tattoo shop in the state, Uptown Tattoo has a reputation of quality and trust among its clients. The artists are professional and personable, building strong relationships with their clients before creating permanent impressions on their bodies. Much of their business comes from word of mouth, and their steady stream of clients proves that they have thoroughly satisfied their customers.

See what our clients have to say…

  • Taxidermy bear head mounted on a wooden plaque

    Best tattoo shop in the Twin Cities and probably the entire state, hands down. - John A.

  • Staircase with tattoo designs framed on the walls, leading down to an area illuminated by red lighting.

    My tattoo artist was Lindsay and she did a beautiful job. This was a memorial tattoo and meant a lot to me, she handled the design and process better than I could have hoped for. I loved the entire process, she was so attentive and kind, I felt so comfortable. I highly recommend her and I will definitely keep her in high regard for future projects. Her work on Instagram is beautiful, plenty of updates on there. - Alina H.

  • Interior of a tattoo studio featuring walls adorned with framed art and tattoo designs, a counter with tattoo samples, and tattooing equipment in the background.

    Best place in the whole Twin Cities for Tattoos. The artist at Uptown are the best. - Jack

  • Gallery wall with various artworks and animal skulls displayed, including a vibrant framed painting of a deity, a horseman illustration, and a dragon painting. Mounted antlers are also visible.

    Got 2 tattoos from Brandon & truly I could not be happier. Not only is the tattoo gorgeous but Brandon took the time to make sure I was comfortable. Absolutely going back for my next tattoo. - Athena I.

  • Tattoo studio interior with large worktable, printer, and neon sign in window. Natural light from windows, shelves with books, and organized workspace.

    Girlfriend got a tattoo here and the artists were genuinely nice and informative. Lots of cool artwork all around the shop. They play awesome tunes and the energy is very good - Hanson

  • A wall displaying various framed artworks and two decorated skateboards, featuring diverse subjects including animals, abstract designs, and cityscapes. A black chair and lamp are visible in the foreground.

    The best tattoo shop in Minneapolis. Period. And newly remodeled (December 2018)! Nic, Dan and crew are deeply experienced, serious artisans. I've had Dan Kytola do four pieces - his work ethic, attention to detail and passion are intense. Definitely worth the investment! - Tim B.

  • Tattoo studio interior with large windows, bookshelves filled with books and decorative items, framed artwork on walls, and wooden ceiling with overhead lights.

    This shop is awesome! Super clean. Nic is a great artist and has a soft touch. I would highly recommend this shop!! - Paula

  • A collection of framed artwork on a wall, featuring various designs including a skull with a turban, floral patterns, and abstract illustrations. Some frames contain traditional tattoo-style art.

    I spent days going over reviews of different shops\artists and their work. I finally went to Uptown Tattoo and realized how much time I wasted. Other shops might have 1-2 great artists - this place has 6! Everyone here does great work. Which artist you choose depends on what style you are looking for. New remodel is great - place is clean and welcoming. Everyone from the desk to the artists were professional and really cool. Thanks to Dan for my first large ink! Great work - great conversation! - Steve P.

  • Decorative metal monkey figurines holding trays, displayed on a counter indoors.

    Awesome artists, excellent work, sweet remodel! I've been having work done here for 20 years and will continue to. - Mike H.