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Outer Limits Tattoo
Outer Limits Tattoo: Long Beach's historic tattoo shop and museum of ink.
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Outer Limits Tattoo: Long Beach's historic tattoo shop and museum of ink.
Outer Limits Tattoo in Long Beach, CA, at 22 S Chestnut Pl, blends a tattoo studio with a museum-like atmosphere. Reviews praise a friendly, skilled team (Kari Barba, Lana Kane, Cierra, Alex), walk-ins, and a historic setting cited as established in 1927 and as America's oldest tattoo parlor by some guests. The space emphasizes care, clean tools, and a welcoming ink experience.
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Personalized tattoo artwork created by skilled artists based on your ideas and sketches.
Same-day tattoo services for spontaneous clients, with quick consultations and execution.
Explore historical exhibits showcasing America's oldest tattoo parlor's artifacts and legacy.
Specialized tattoos to honor loved ones or significant life events, with compassionate artist support.
Use of sterile tools, fresh ink, and one-time-use equipment to ensure client safety and hygiene.
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Overall rating
Brad L.
I wanted a same day tattoo as a momento of my travels to Long Beach and I found the oldest tattoo parlor in America. Sweet! Lana took my idea and made it happen. They are so friendly and great. I would highly recommend Lana Kane to all.
Ethan Whitworth
Lana is RAD!! Hooked up my sister and I with a couple walk in pieces and is a super down to earth person. Lots of history in this shop too that we didn't know we were walking into. Will be back.
Shannon Rossiter
The best tattoo shop in LB. Kari Barba is amazing. Several talented artist here. The shop is also a museum. Established in 1927.
Caitlin Arend
Just got a tattoo done here by Cierra and I plan to get the rest of my tattoos here by her! Loved the shop, everyone was friendly. Cierra was amazing! My grandmother passed away and I wanted to get a tattoo for her, Cierra was so great through the whole process, I really felt like she cared about how much this tattoo meant to me. A huge plus was that she has a snack station for her clients that she rolls right up to the bed! It's so important to keep blood sugar levels up so I really appreciated that. The tattoo turned out beautiful and now I have something to look at forever and remember my granny by 🥲
Anne Lawrence
I recently got a tattoo at Outer Limits based on a rough sketch I made representing my sister and me. Alex made a base drawing from my sketch and had great suggestions for the finished product. He also was able to do the fine lines beautifully with precision. He treated me with respect and worked with me to get what I wanted. The facility is relaxed and open. The tools were sterile and/or one-time use, and the ink fresh. I have and would highly recommend them and Alex to anyone.
