Deep Roots
Deep Roots is a tattoo and piercing studio in Seattle’s U District. It offers custom tattoos and body and ear piercings, and accepts appointments and walk-ins.
University District · King County
At a glance
- Neighborhood
- University District, Seattle · King County
- Phone
- (206) 633-2639
- Website
- beststudioever.com
- Online booking
- beststudioever.com
- @deeprootstattoo
- Social
- Services
- tattoo, piercing, walk ins, custom design
- City business registration
- Registered City of Seattle business since 2024 · City account number #0008823850799496 · data as of October 17, 2026Source: City of Seattle, Department of Finance and Administrative Services. A city business registration, not a WA DOL tattoo license.
- State tattoo shop license
- Verify this shop’s license at WA DOLLicense lookup by the Washington State Department of Licensing
- Listing status
- Listed open · data as of October 18, 2026
What to know about Deep Roots
- Located in Seattle’s U District
- Appointments are seen before walk-ins
Artists at Deep Roots
All tattoo artists4 artists listed on the studio’s own website. Names, roles, photos and links as the studio publishes them.
Hours
Open daily| Monday | 11am–2:30pm |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 11am–2:30pm |
| Wednesday | 11am–2:30pm |
| Thursday | 11am–7pm |
| Friday | 11am–8pm |
| Saturday | 11am–8pm |
| Sunday | 11am–7pm |
Hours from the studio's own website. They can change, so call ahead.
Map & directions
Local context
Deep Roots is one of 4 studios we list in University District. King County has 172 licensed tattoo shops and 513 licensed tattoo artists, according to Washington State Department of Licensing data for August 2026.
Deep Roots: common questions
Where is Deep Roots located?
Deep Roots is at 4517 University Way NE, Seattle, WA 98105, in Seattle's University District neighborhood (King County).
What are Deep Roots' hours?
Published hours: Mon–Wed 11am–2:30pm · Thu 11am–7pm · Fri–Sat 11am–8pm · Sun 11am–7pm. Hours change — confirm with the studio before you go, especially for walk-ins.
How do I book a tattoo at Deep Roots?
Reach Deep Roots through online booking (beststudioever.com/pages/book-now), the website (beststudioever.com), phone at (206) 633-2639, or Instagram (@deeprootstattoo). Most Washington studios ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually need a consultation first.
Is Deep Roots licensed?
Washington requires every tattoo shop and tattoo artist to hold a Department of Licensing license (RCW 18.300). You can confirm any shop or artist with the DOL license lookup; see our Washington tattoo laws guide for how. City of Seattle, Department of Finance and Administrative Services open data lists Deep Roots as a registered City of Seattle business since 2024 (data as of October 17, 2026). That is a city business registration, not a Department of Licensing tattoo license.
What other tattoo shops are near Deep Roots?
Nearby studios include Mind's Eye Tattoo (0.3 mi), Black Dolphin Tattoo (0.4 mi), and Pierced Hearts Tattoo Parlor (0.4 mi).
Does Deep Roots accept walk-ins?
Yes. The studio says it welcomes walk-ins seven days a week. Appointments are seen first, and walk-ins are seen as time between appointments allows.
How is tattoo pricing determined?
Tattoo pricing is specific to the artist and varies based on the design, size, location, and appointment details.
