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Alo Loco Tattoo

Updated 2026-09-10 · 1,091 reviewed · 100 listed · Scored from 64 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(64) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Black & Grey RealismCustom Tattoo Design
Alo Loco Tattoo
Location
Lower Clapton, London
Services
Black & Grey Realism, Custom Tattoo Design
Reviews
64
Ranking
#35 in Black & Grey Realism
Best for
clients seeking detailed black and grey realism, first-timers wanting guidance, anyone planning multi-session sleeve or cover-up work

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-09-10.

What recent reviews say

Alo consistently delivers high-quality black and grey realism work, spending substantial time in consultation to understand each client's vision before translating it into precise, detailed pieces. Most clients praise his professionalism, humour, and ability to make them feel at ease throughout multi-session projects, though a small number report experiencing rudeness or feeling pressured into design choices they didn't want.

Praised for
  • exceptional black and grey realism skill
  • collaborative consultation and design
  • comfortable, relaxed studio experience
  • professional and patient with all clients
  • genuine care for craft and aftercare
skilled-artistsprofessional-staffgreat-atmosphereexcellent-aftercaretalented-portfoliocomfortable-experiencegood-consultationaccurate-to-designfriendly-welcomingcover-upslarge-scale-workfirst-timers
Best for: clients seeking detailed black and grey realism, first-timers wanting guidance, anyone planning multi-session sleeve or cover-up work

Where this business shines

  • meticulous design consultation that improves on client concepts
  • specialised in black and grey realism with proven portfolio
  • patient with first-timers and multi-session projects
  • clear communication and regular check-ins during work

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.85 average across the 67 black & grey realism businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 24% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

Scoring Method
Star rating 87
Review volume 79
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
60
4
0
3
0
2
0
1
4

Contact

Address
7F Clapton Square, Lower Clapton, London E5 8HP
Open in Google Maps

Last verified 2026-09-10

Opening hours

Monday
08:00-20:00
Tuesday
08:00-20:00
Wednesday
08:00-20:00
Thursday
08:00-20:00
Friday
08:00-20:00
Saturday
08:00-20:00
Sunday
08:00-20:00

As listed on Google.

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Last updated 2026-09-10