FAQ
Quick reading: Short, cited answers about Remington Tattoo Parlor and about getting tattooed in San Diego County. The questions below link to the full articles.
Where is Remington Tattoo Parlor?
At 3009 Myrtle Ave, San Diego, CA 92104, in North Park near 30th and Upas. See location and map.[1]
What are the hours?
Every day, 12pm to 8pm, on the official site and on Google as checked 9 November 2026.[1][2]
What is the phone number?
(619) 795-8915.[3]
Who owns the shop?
Terry Ribera, who says he has tattooed since 2001. See people.[4]
When did it open?
In 2011: July according to a 2017 interview, with a grand-opening party on 8 October 2011.[5][6]
Which artists work there?
Residents Terry Ribera, Jasmine Worth, Brett Semrick, Chris Cockrill, Kristjan Olson, Hunter Knolmayer and Kris Kezar, with guests Edoardo Taglioretti and Rex Roxwell.[7]
What styles does it do?
Traditional, neo-traditional, Japanese, black and grey, full color, biomechanical, illustrative and more, plus cover-ups. See tattoo styles.[8]
How old must I be?
18, regardless of parental consent, under California law.[9]
How much does a tattoo cost?
The shop does not publish prices on the pages reviewed; pricing is set with the artist.[10]
How long does a tattoo take?
Under an hour for small designs, two to four hours for medium pieces, multiple sessions for large work, according to the shop’s FAQ.[10]
How do I care for a new tattoo?
Follow the shop’s sheet: bandage off in 3–24 hours, antibiotic cream for three days, then fragrance-free lotion, no sun 7–10 days, no swimming until healed. See aftercare.[11]
How is it rated?
4.8 from 179 Google reviews, checked 9 November 2026.[2]
Why is it called Remington?
After the Remington typewriter of the 1900s.[8]
Does the shop do cover-ups?
Yes. Its FAQ calls cover-ups one of its specialties, depending on the size, color and darkness of the old tattoo.[10]
Who are the guest artists?
Edoardo Taglioretti and Rex Roxwell, described on the homepage as recurring guests who work out of Remington a few times a year.[12]
Does the shop sell merchandise?
Yes, online at shop.remingtontattoo.com, including stickers, prints, shirts and a hoodie with artist designs.[13]
How does the shop handle hygiene?
It says it uses sterilized equipment and new needles and inks for every client; California law adds sterilizer testing, logs and annual training. See hygiene and safety.[8][9]
Can I give blood after a tattoo?
The shop’s FAQ says usually yes after a tattoo from a licensed shop, but each blood bank sets its own policy, so check with the organization first.[10]
Is this the official site?
No. The official site is remingtontattoo.com. This is an independent reference.
See also
Sources cited
- ^ a b The Tattoo Shop – Remington. Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ a b Remington Tattoo Parlor, Google Business Profile (CID 9649323829549075776). Google Maps. Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ Contact San Diego Tattoo Shop. Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ Terry Ribera (official artist page). Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ Meet Terry Ribera of Remington Tattoo Parlor + Gallery in North Park. SDVoyager. Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ Grand opening party, 8 October 2011. Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ The Artists – Remington Tattoo. Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ a b c About Remington Tattoo Parlor. Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ a b Safe Body Art Act (program PDF). County of San Diego. Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ a b c d Tattoo FAQs. Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ Aftercare Instructions. Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ Remington Tattoo Parlor (home page). Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.
- ^ Remington Tattoo merch shop. Remington Tattoo Parlor (remingtontattoo.com). Retrieved 9 November 2026.