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Portobello Tattoo & Piercing

Updated 2026-09-10 · 1,091 reviewed · 100 listed · Scored from 643 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(643) 91 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Custom Tattoo Design
Portobello Tattoo & Piercing
Location
London
Service
Custom Tattoo Design
Reviews
643
Ranking
#17 in Custom Tattoo Design
Best for
people getting their first piercing or tattoo looking for a calm, honest experience

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-09-10. Details taken from their website were fetched 2026-09-10.

What recent reviews say

Staff greet customers warmly and work with calm precision, whether fitting a first lobe piercing or designing custom tattoos. Reviewers consistently mention quick turnaround, reasonable pricing on both services and jewellery, and an atmosphere that puts nervous clients at ease. The team builds trust by explaining options clearly and delivering exactly what clients ask for.

Praised for
  • friendly and welcoming staff
  • professional tattooing and piercing work
  • good value and quality jewellery
  • quick service
  • calming and knowledgeable technicians
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Best for: people getting their first piercing or tattoo looking for a calm, honest experience

Where this business shines

  • established 35+ years in Notting Hill
  • staff known by name for consistency
  • fast walk-in service available
  • quality jewellery stocked in-house

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.82 average across the 94 custom tattoo design businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 83% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

Scoring Method
Star rating 87
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
598
4
22
3
4
2
3
1
16

Contact

Address
261 Portobello Rd, London W11 1LR

Last verified 2026-09-10

Opening hours

Monday
11:00-18:30
Tuesday
11:00-18:30
Wednesday
11:00-18:30
Thursday
11:00-18:30
Friday
11:00-18:30
Saturday
11:00-18:30
Sunday
11:00-17:30

As listed on Google.

From their website

Services listed
TattoosPiercings

Operating:since 1989

As published by the business on its own website; not independently verified.

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Common questions

Can I walk in for a piercing?
Yes. Reviewers report being seen quickly even without an appointment for piercings like flat and second lobe.
Do you sell jewellery for piercings?
Yes. The team stocks quality jewellery and helps customers choose pieces suited to their needs.

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Last updated 2026-09-10