Rare Breed Ink
Rare Breed Ink offers custom black-and-gray tattoos, including memorial pieces, Chicano-inspired artwork, religious imagery, nature pieces, portraits, and large-scale projects. The studio offers free consultations to discuss tattoo size and placement.
Tacoma · Pierce County
At a glance
- City
- Tacoma, WA · Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 301-1107
- Website
- rarebreedinkstudio.com
- Online booking
- rarebreedinkstudio.com/booking
- @rarebreedinkstudio
- Social
- Hours
- Check the studio’s website for hoursThe hours it publishes don’t agree with each other, so we don’t list any.
- Services
- tattoo, custom design
- City business registration
- Registered City of Tacoma business since 2023 · License number #500196538 · data as of October 16, 2026Source: City of Tacoma, Tax and License. A city business registration, not a WA DOL tattoo license.The information and data made available here has been modified for use from its original source, which is the City of Tacoma. The City of Tacoma makes no claims as to the completeness, accuracy, or timeliness of any information and data contained in this application; makes no representation of any kind, including, but not limited to, warranty of the accuracy or fitness for a particular use; nor are any such warranties to be implied or inferred with respect to the information or data furnished herein. The information and data is subject to change without notice. It is understood that the information and data contained in the web site is being used at user's own risk. City of Tacoma data terms
- 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 September 23, 2026
What to know about Rare Breed Ink
- Free consultations are limited to 20 minutes
- A non-refundable deposit is required to start the design and confirm an appointment
- The studio charges by the piece, not by the hour
- The studio is cash-only
Artists at Rare Breed Ink
All tattoo artists1 artist listed on the studio’s own website. Names, roles, photos and links as the studio publishes them.
Map & directions
Local context
Rare Breed Ink is one of 72 studios we list in Tacoma. Pierce County has 72 licensed tattoo shops and 241 licensed tattoo artists, according to Washington State Department of Licensing data for August 2026.
Rare Breed Ink: common questions
Where is Rare Breed Ink located?
Rare Breed Ink is at 711 St Helens Ave #201, Tacoma, WA 98402 (Pierce County).
What are Rare Breed Ink's hours?
The hours on Rare Breed Ink's website don't agree with each other, so we don't list them. Check the studio's website or call before you go.
How do I book a tattoo at Rare Breed Ink?
Reach Rare Breed Ink through online booking (rarebreedinkstudio.com/booking), the website (rarebreedinkstudio.com), phone at (253) 301-1107, or Instagram (@rarebreedinkstudio). Most Washington studios ask for a deposit to hold an appointment, and custom pieces usually need a consultation first.
Is Rare Breed Ink 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 Tacoma, Tax and License open data lists Rare Breed Ink as a registered City of Tacoma business since 2023 (data as of October 16, 2026). That is a city business registration, not a Department of Licensing tattoo license.
What other tattoo shops are near Rare Breed Ink?
Nearby studios include Visualize Tattoo (< 0.1 mi), Artifact Ink (< 0.1 mi), and The OG Tattoo Shop (< 0.1 mi).
Are consultations free?
Yes. Consultations are free and limited to 20 minutes.
Does Rare Breed Ink require a deposit?
Yes. A non-refundable deposit is required to begin the design and secure the appointment. The deposit amount is discussed during the consultation.
How does Rare Breed Ink price tattoos?
The studio charges by the piece rather than by the hour. The price is provided during the consultation and depends on the design, size, detail, and placement.
What forms of payment does Rare Breed Ink accept?
The studio is cash-only and does not have an ATM on the premises.
