67 Reviews

Guru Tattoo

Campbell, California
General Info
Guru tattoo has the urgent desire to cultivate and encourage the development of body art as well as explore and push our own artistic boundaries.
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Mehdi D.
15 May 2019
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Just stopped in to Guru Tattoo on Sunday after the tattoo artist I had was being super flakey at another parlor. Was greeted by this big dude name Jeff. I had remembered him from high school years ago... Read More
Just stopped in to Guru Tattoo on Sunday after the tattoo artist I had was being super flakey at another parlor. Was greeted by this big dude name Jeff. I had remembered him from high school years ago and decided to set up an appointment with him for that following Saturday. He was professional and most important patient. This quality you usually don't see with most artist as they lack the business qualities. Once I got to my appointment he gave me suggestions and allowed me to make my decision. He did such a good job I decided to let him do another small tattoo during the same session. I barely felt the tattoos as he was steady. Highly recommend Klug. Read Less
Kimberly B.
16 Apr 2019
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I came with my friend as a walk in and the staff were super friendly and nice. Jeff was my artist and he made my first tattoo experience amazing! He was so patient with me. I showed him a picture of a... Read More
I came with my friend as a walk in and the staff were super friendly and nice. Jeff was my artist and he made my first tattoo experience amazing! He was so patient with me. I showed him a picture of a rose tattoo that I wanted on my ankle but more simple and he was able to do that. The piece came out so clean and beautiful. He even gave me a sticker of an art piece he drew. So if you're looking for an artist, I highly recommend Jeff! Read Less
Jondel G.
4 Mar 2019
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This is the coolest, most hospitable tattoo place I have been to!  The staff guided me through my options and recommended the perfect artist to draw my custom tattoo!  Jacob was thoughtful about my re... Read More
This is the coolest, most hospitable tattoo place I have been to!  The staff guided me through my options and recommended the perfect artist to draw my custom tattoo!  Jacob was thoughtful about my request and design ideas and carefully executed my best tattoo yet!  I absolutely love it!  I may just have to get another and another... Read Less
Rachel F.
17 Feb 2019
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Jeff is the best! Every tattoo he has done for me has been 100% amazing! He always exceeds my expectations and puts whole hearted effort into every piece of art. I've definitely found my forever artis... Read More
Jeff is the best! Every tattoo he has done for me has been 100% amazing! He always exceeds my expectations and puts whole hearted effort into every piece of art. I've definitely found my forever artist, I highly recommend Jeff!! Read Less
Monty H.
13 Feb 2019
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All very good artists excluding Jeff. He is good at tracing tattoos but if you want something designed go to someone else.  Difference between tracing and actual art. They rest are great tho. From wha... Read More
All very good artists excluding Jeff. He is good at tracing tattoos but if you want something designed go to someone else.  Difference between tracing and actual art. They rest are great tho. From what I've seen and done Read Less
Muffin G.
27 Jan 2019
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Thinking about getting a tattoo.Guru tattoo is the place and Jacob is the man to see! Off the chain talent. Tell him..Muffin sent you.
Lysa H.
9 Dec 2018
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My first time to Guru!!! I was refer to Guru  by an aquaintance of my. The place was very clean! staff was super friendly and helpful. I was tatted up by Jeff. He was super friendly and very attentive... Read More
My first time to Guru!!! I was refer to Guru  by an aquaintance of my. The place was very clean! staff was super friendly and helpful. I was tatted up by Jeff. He was super friendly and very attentive to what I was looking for and wanted for my sleeve. Jeff made feel super relaxed and did an amazingly outstanding job for what I was looking for and wanted!!! Thank Jeff and I will definitely be back to see you for more work done in the future Read Less
Ashley Y.
4 Dec 2018
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Love Guru! Have been going to Dave the owner for my sleeve for awhile now and let me tell ya Dave is such a wonderful, talented, humbling man! We could sit and chat for hours beyond any tattoo session... Read More
Love Guru! Have been going to Dave the owner for my sleeve for awhile now and let me tell ya Dave is such a wonderful, talented, humbling man! We could sit and chat for hours beyond any tattoo session, and no matter the length of time before I come back for my next appointment we always pick up where we left off. I always look forward to when I get to return to guru. Read Less
Hazel G.
10 Nov 2018
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Walk-in with no plans but just a piece of lyric quote printed on A4 paper. They asked me lots of questions to make sure I was ready for my first tattoo. Very friendly environment and great staffs. Sup... Read More
Walk-in with no plans but just a piece of lyric quote printed on A4 paper. They asked me lots of questions to make sure I was ready for my first tattoo. Very friendly environment and great staffs. Super clean working space. Walk-out with a brand new tattoo and a happy smile on my face. Best experience ever. Read Less
Alondra A.
25 Oct 2018
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My sister and I woke up just wanting to get the matching tattoos we have been procrastinating to go get. We went to this different tattoo shop and ended up leaving when we noticed that they were looki... Read More
My sister and I woke up just wanting to get the matching tattoos we have been procrastinating to go get. We went to this different tattoo shop and ended up leaving when we noticed that they were looking more into taking our money rather than leaving us satisfied with our tattoos and what we wanted. And then I found this place on yelp and went straight there.....I am SO glad we did. They were so attentive right from the beginning and so generous. 10/10 Dave and Annie, along with the rest of the staff were so amazing to us! My sister and I already decided that we will be coming here for the rest of our tattoos and I'm already planning on coming back possibly in February to start my sleeve. Also, their shop is super rad.  definitely recommend this place. Read Less
Samantha C.
14 Sep 2018
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exceptional people and shop! My fiance and I have been tattooed by Jacob, Jeff and Annie. The owner Dave, is an amazing artist as well. The environment here is so relaxed and chill. The people all hav... Read More
exceptional people and shop! My fiance and I have been tattooed by Jacob, Jeff and Annie. The owner Dave, is an amazing artist as well. The environment here is so relaxed and chill. The people all have connecting personalities, making it so easy to talk about your art and ideas. We get compliments daily on our couple tattoos that Jacob has done. Annie has refurbished an old at home tattoo for my fiance, he couldn't be any happier. I would recommend this place for all tattoo work! Read Less
Jenn D.
10 Sep 2018
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Love this place and will definitely be coming back!My coach recommended my friend and I this place to get tatted--specifically the artist Jacob. We both came in and made different appointments, and th... Read More
Love this place and will definitely be coming back!My coach recommended my friend and I this place to get tatted--specifically the artist Jacob. We both came in and made different appointments, and the process was super smooth.From walking inside, you're greeted and talked to by a person who asks if you're looking for a walk-in, to make an appointment, etc. The vibe emitted off then is super laid back and comfortable, and it creates an atmosphere that is easy to communicate with those inside.I made an appointment for Jacob and was given a paper to fill out, which asked the usual questions about health and guidelines, and had to make the $100 cash deposit. It's cash only at this place by the way, but they have an ATM if anything! I was completely lost considering this was my first time getting a tattoo, but the staff really walks you through everything thoroughly. They'll ask you what you're looking for too by the way!I came back a few days later for my appointment and immediately Jacob came over and asked what design I wanted. I drew mine beforehand--exactly as how I wanted--and I simply showed it to him on the paper I drew it on and he took it from there.He showed me the new needles and took them out of the packaging--so they're definitely sterile and clean. And then my skin was cleaned. After that the outline of my design was moved to my skin, and he got the exact place I wanted it on the first try! From there I was laying down and he started. Now... he works pretty fast and is so spot on with his work! Considering the size of my piece, it took around half an hour where I expected it to take an hour. The results were still amazing. Throughout the process a conversation would spark here or there, and it was a good distraction from the fact there was needles poking into my body.Once it's done he walks you through the procedure for taking care of it and shows you how to apply and change out the bandages he'll provide you. Then you're off and done! Pay, leave a tip, and you're out the door happy with what you got. I believe it's $50 per hour : ) Read Less
Serena P.
29 Aug 2018
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Went for a walk-in and I could not be more satisfied with it! Absolutely in love with my new tattoo. This is my second one and I can definitely say this experience was better than my first one. The st... Read More
Went for a walk-in and I could not be more satisfied with it! Absolutely in love with my new tattoo. This is my second one and I can definitely say this experience was better than my first one. The staff at Guru are all very nice and are more than willing to work with you to make sure you get what you want. Albert did mine today and he did not rush me at any time. He made sure I understood everything before he did it and opened the needle freshly out of its package in front of me. Definitely recommend to anyone in the area or looking to get their art done. Read Less
Brooke D.
10 Aug 2018
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One of the most friendly and welcoming tattoo shops EVER! Everyone there was so nice. Always asking if I need anything and making sure I was okay. Jeffery did my tattoo and he did an amazing job. I go... Read More
One of the most friendly and welcoming tattoo shops EVER! Everyone there was so nice. Always asking if I need anything and making sure I was okay. Jeffery did my tattoo and he did an amazing job. I got just a small set of Roman numerals and he really took his time and made sure I was in love with the placement before he began. Great shop!! I'm definitely coming back for my next tattoo!! Read Less
Jay S.
9 Aug 2018
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This review is for Annie who did my wife's first ever tattoo. First off my wife was very happy with the end result and loves the tattoo! Annie did a great job with the execution and details of the pie... Read More
This review is for Annie who did my wife's first ever tattoo. First off my wife was very happy with the end result and loves the tattoo! Annie did a great job with the execution and details of the piece. She was very attentive and paid special care to significance of the artwork, it was a custom calligraphy drawing of our sons name in Japanese. Annie's detail was great, capturing the fine brush strokes. She was also very polite and nice to talk with throughout the whole time. Overall great experience with a great artist! Read Less
Laurie F.
25 Jul 2018
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Perfect and exactly what I wanted in a shop.  Came in as a walk in with my friend that had just flown in from Minnesota.  We were looking to get simple tattoos in memory of a friend that passed away f... Read More
Perfect and exactly what I wanted in a shop.  Came in as a walk in with my friend that had just flown in from Minnesota.  We were looking to get simple tattoos in memory of a friend that passed away from cancer and they delivered for us. Thank you, Jacob and Klug, you guys are awesome! Read Less
Marcos R.
18 Jul 2018
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Came in as a walk in and the staff was friendly and helpful. They offered me a quote for my first tattoo and they had the time to take care of me that evening. Jeffrey was my artist and he did an awes... Read More
Came in as a walk in and the staff was friendly and helpful. They offered me a quote for my first tattoo and they had the time to take care of me that evening. Jeffrey was my artist and he did an awesome job and doesn't play around when he focused in his zone. The front desk lady was sweet and offensive me water and snacks.Come here and your experience will be life changing.! Read Less
Eva R.
28 Jun 2018
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Another long-overdue review! Jacob Ferguson did an amazing job with half-sleeves on my wife and myself; we have had so many people remark on how great they look. (Still can't believe he did both over ... Read More
Another long-overdue review! Jacob Ferguson did an amazing job with half-sleeves on my wife and myself; we have had so many people remark on how great they look. (Still can't believe he did both over the course of one day!) He also did a fantastic job of redoing an older tattoo on my other wrist, and it looks so vibrant and beautiful now.The shop was a really welcoming place, very chill and laid-back, and we would highly recommend them. Jacob's a talented artist and has a friendly, calming demeanor when he's tattooing. Feeling like you're just hanging out with a pretty fun group of people really puts you at ease when you're being tattooed for hours on end.Tl;dr: Great atmosphere, friendly shop, Jacob's awesome. Read Less
Loki A.
27 Jun 2018
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Not a bad artist in the shop. Each has their own style, some are mind blowing, but none are bad. The place is very comfortable and friendly but parking can be a little challenging.  -loki
w s
23 Jun 2018
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just visited while some friends got work done. cool shop, friendly staff.
Bruce's A.
4 Jun 2018
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I came in today to get a price quote on a piece I've been wanting for a long time. Jeff, one of the artists, was quick to ask me questions and and answer mine. He gave me a quote and estimated time ri... Read More
I came in today to get a price quote on a piece I've been wanting for a long time. Jeff, one of the artists, was quick to ask me questions and and answer mine. He gave me a quote and estimated time right on the spot. I said yes, and after filling out some paperwork, was on the table getting poked for a few hours. Jeff is very pleasant to talk to and incredibly talented. He sketched out my piece on paper and placed the sketch on my arm. He did the job with haste but without cutting corners and I couldn't be happier! He gave me instructions on proper care and smelled a few shots. He was as excited of my piece as much as I was. It made me happy to see a person really love what he does. The entire crew was also very friendly and excited for my piece. Everyone here is really freaking nice.Overall: incredible service, great prices, hip place and well maintained equipment. I'll be back! Read Less
Yvette Ortiz
20 May 2018
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Love the service Jeff always does some great work with my tattoos
kolumban b.
18 May 2018
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My first tattoo experience was great!Didn't know what to expect but really happy with the process.After I did my research I went and spoke to Dave Flowers and he did a great job executing it!Love the ... Read More
My first tattoo experience was great!Didn't know what to expect but really happy with the process.After I did my research I went and spoke to Dave Flowers and he did a great job executing it!Love the outcome! Will be back Read Less
Zac burham
2 May 2018
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Nice clean place friendly/chill area and people. I had Jeffrey draw and do this tattoo. He made it a great experience. will definitely go back and recommend
bruno ghiraldello
30 Apr 2018
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Cool people clean place even had snacks to munch on while I waited for my turn. I walked in they were pretty busy but was able to Squeeze me in. Tattoo came out perfect. To be honest I even liked the ... Read More
Cool people clean place even had snacks to munch on while I waited for my turn. I walked in they were pretty busy but was able to Squeeze me in. Tattoo came out perfect. To be honest I even liked the bandage they use to cover it up. Definitely going to be a regular “go to” spot. Read Less
Jari Vasarainen
12 Mar 2018
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Cool place, cool people. Enjoyed my stay.
Manasa S.
28 Feb 2018
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This is a go to place for first timers like me. My husband & I got tattoos done on our anniversary, Albert did a great job in drawing out what was exactly on my mind. He was very patient and accommoda... Read More
This is a go to place for first timers like me. My husband & I got tattoos done on our anniversary, Albert did a great job in drawing out what was exactly on my mind. He was very patient and accommodative to our suggestions. He has this new stickon bandage from Saniderm which is great! no everyday cleanups or ointments n creams. Totally Worth $120..! Read Less
JoeandKari C.
15 Feb 2018
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A few years ago my wife had a cover-up tattoo done by one of the artists there and it was impressive enough that yesterday she had an entirely new tattoo done. Prior to having the tattoo done yesterda... Read More
A few years ago my wife had a cover-up tattoo done by one of the artists there and it was impressive enough that yesterday she had an entirely new tattoo done. Prior to having the tattoo done yesterday, we went in on Tuesday and looked through photo albums of work done by the professionals there.  The work done by Albert was preferred.  He was not working on Tuesday but he would be working on Wednesday (yesterday).   On Wednesday we met with Albert, and he sketched the idea/concept.  The drawing was spot on (all pun intended).  The sketch work and finished tattoo took just over three hours. During the entire process all of the staff made sure my wife was comfortable.  A big thanks to all of you!We posted 2 pictures and we are extremely impressed with the outcome!  Time to heal, and then the final reveal. Read Less
kerin colpean
13 Feb 2018
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I love this place! Very friendly staff and artists. Comfy environment
Cynthia M.
10 Feb 2018
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I absolutely love this tattoo parlor! The staff are all welcoming, talented, & wonderful. I have gotten 2 tattoos here, & I look forward to coming back. Jopie Lee is so talented, & amazing, I can't wa... Read More
I absolutely love this tattoo parlor! The staff are all welcoming, talented, & wonderful. I have gotten 2 tattoos here, & I look forward to coming back. Jopie Lee is so talented, & amazing, I can't wait to see what she comes up with next. Dave did one of my tattoos as well, I love that one very much! Such a great place, & great staff. Love the atmosphere also. Read Less
Anki S.
5 Feb 2018
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I got my 1st tattoo here. I live in San Jose and was looking for studios in the area and I found the best place. I had never visited any tattoo places Guru was the first place I stopped by and I was s... Read More
I got my 1st tattoo here. I live in San Jose and was looking for studios in the area and I found the best place. I had never visited any tattoo places Guru was the first place I stopped by and I was super impressed by this studio. The artist who worked on me (Jeffrey) was very professional and really listened to what I want. Place was very clean. All the artist were very friendly. Highly recommend this place for tattoo lovers.Price: In the reviews I read someone got 3 tattoos done for $150 so I felt mine should be done around $60-$80 but my total came to $100 for a small tattoo and I felt that was a lot but anyways they said they do free touch up. Read Less
Jeff Streit
31 Dec 2017
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I've had 5 tattoos done here in the last 10 years (as of writing this review). I also had work done at their previous location on Saratoga. This is not the place to get a bargain tattoo but well worth... Read More
I've had 5 tattoos done here in the last 10 years (as of writing this review). I also had work done at their previous location on Saratoga. This is not the place to get a bargain tattoo but well worth the quality. Dave the owner and all the artists at Guru are really down to earth and patient with requests and willing to go the extra mile to help you design something that is what you want whether you come in with a vague idea or an exact drawing. The shop has a good mellow environment and I've never felt uncomfortable going there. Will definitely get more work done here in the future. Read Less
Sarah C.
22 Nov 2017
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This was a picture done right after my tattoo artist finished, that is why my arm is a little red.But a guy named Albert did mine and he was very nice and welcoming from the start. When we walked in, ... Read More
This was a picture done right after my tattoo artist finished, that is why my arm is a little red.But a guy named Albert did mine and he was very nice and welcoming from the start. When we walked in, he asked us about what we wanted and made it easy for us to feel comfortable even though it was our first time getting a tattoo and so we would've felt a lot more nervous if it wasn't for him. He helped us with the tattoo process of picking out our size and font, and was very friendly during the whole time we were there.Also, he did a great job on my tattoo. I love it!!! So clean. Read Less
Helena C.
22 Nov 2017
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I'm 47 and just got my first tattoo here.... Everyone there was so friendly and made me feel comfortable since I was a little nervous. The artist who worked on me (Jacob) was very professional and I a... Read More
I'm 47 and just got my first tattoo here.... Everyone there was so friendly and made me feel comfortable since I was a little nervous. The artist who worked on me (Jacob) was very professional and I am very satisfied with my tattoo. I totally recommend Guru especially for the first timers! Read Less
Brett L.
15 Aug 2017
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Have had 2 tats done here both by Travis and couldn't be happier. Friends and family have gotten 4 other tattoos done by some of the other guys there as well and the quality is consistently outstandin... Read More
Have had 2 tats done here both by Travis and couldn't be happier. Friends and family have gotten 4 other tattoos done by some of the other guys there as well and the quality is consistently outstanding.Personally I picked Travis because of his color work in his binder but my daughter and her fiancee got black and greys done by another guy and they look great.So consistently good work all around in this shop and a killer painting of Herve Villechez in the bathroom what's not to like ? Read Less
Annemarie M.
11 Aug 2017
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Albert is amazing! I have wanted my dogs paw print in a tattoo for years. He did an amazing design with flowers and bright colors with my dogs paw print in the middle. He is super chill and a great gu... Read More
Albert is amazing! I have wanted my dogs paw print in a tattoo for years. He did an amazing design with flowers and bright colors with my dogs paw print in the middle. He is super chill and a great guy who I highly recommend. I will be back to have him do some updates on old tattoos. Also he went over care in great depth. Read Less
Andy C.
30 Jul 2017
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Guru Tattoo is a hidden gem. After researching multiple locations based on artwork, pricing, and customer service, Guru is my top choice. Dave is an incredible owner who knows how to relate and talk t... Read More
Guru Tattoo is a hidden gem. After researching multiple locations based on artwork, pricing, and customer service, Guru is my top choice. Dave is an incredible owner who knows how to relate and talk to any individual interested in tattoos but also current events. I remember before and after my tattoo session we were discussing topics ranging from politics to him saving a baby (that lost baby now works at Guru as well!). Not only did he allow me to remain calm before my session but recommended me, Jopie, who is lovely and sweet. Jopie and I discussed over the designs I requested and immediately began working on it despite the session being somewhat last minute. During the session, she warned me about how painful the procedure would be on the wrists. At first, it was daunting, but the overall experience was delighting. Jopie and I conversed the entirety of the session and we had a special connection that rarely occurs between the client and the worker. In my head, I thought conversing would lead to being a distraction except my tattoos were EXACTLY how I wanted to look and represent. Luckily, Jopie is known for her work on Japanese writing and Roman numerals. When the session came to a conclusion, the price was a WHOPPING $150 for THREE TATTOOS. ONLY $50 more than the beginning price which would've been $300 since it was three and not one tattoo. In sum, Dave is not an asshole and the artists do care about you, your wellbeing, and the result of your design. 5/5 for this place! Read Less
Victoria S.
18 Jul 2017
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I was determined to get the grumpy unicorn  tattoo for quite some time. I thought about for many many months. I scoured the internet and Pinterest for the perfect combination of magical and salty. I f... Read More
I was determined to get the grumpy unicorn  tattoo for quite some time. I thought about for many many months. I scoured the internet and Pinterest for the perfect combination of magical and salty. I found one but it lacked the depth of color I was looking for. I wanted it to be vibrant with pastels and happy colors. However also with a peevish expression. The irony of a grouchy unicorn has always been the idea behind it. So I researched tattoo salons in the Bay Area and I read good things about Guru. I walked in to the A frame building and looked at all the books and I ended up choosing Travis to design my grumpy unicorn. It only took him a week but he nailed it! Very artistic and really professional. I'd consider another one in the future. But need to forget about how badly it hurt! but it was totally worth it. I recommend Travis and Guru for great work and they won't charge you ridiculous prices. Read Less
Tria R.
17 Jul 2017
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The entire staff is amazing! I was getting two rib tattoos and Dave came upstairs to chat with me to distract me from the pain. And Jeff did an incredible job on my tattoos! His line work is flawless!... Read More
The entire staff is amazing! I was getting two rib tattoos and Dave came upstairs to chat with me to distract me from the pain. And Jeff did an incredible job on my tattoos! His line work is flawless!!! Read Less
Will Devine
19 Jun 2017
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True artists. Very friendly atmosphere.
Maddy F.
12 Jun 2017
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I went here to get my first tattoo and it was the best experience of my life! My mom and I had planned to get lotus flower tattoo's and just walked into this shop to see if we could get some sketches.... Read More
I went here to get my first tattoo and it was the best experience of my life! My mom and I had planned to get lotus flower tattoo's and just walked into this shop to see if we could get some sketches. It was a super friendly environment and all the artists were very nice. We decided to look through Jopie's folder and loved all of her designs. She showed us a sketch of a lotus flower she had drawn and decided to get the tattoo just 30 minutes later! It took about an hour on each of us, and it was the best experience. She was super friendly and made my first tattoo experience the best it could possibly be. I would highly recommend this very professional and warming tattoo shop! Read Less
Sandy H.
9 May 2017
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Jopie is amazing!I've been wanting a tattoo that represents my mom and I finally decided to get one of lilies on my rib cage since they're my mom's favorite flowers. I've always been drawn to colorful... Read More
Jopie is amazing!I've been wanting a tattoo that represents my mom and I finally decided to get one of lilies on my rib cage since they're my mom's favorite flowers. I've always been drawn to colorful tattoos so I did a bunch of research on several different places but Guru Tattoo had awesome portfolios for each of the artists. I chose to have Jopie do my tattoo and came in the next day for my appointment. I told Jopie what I was looking for the day before and she totally delivered with a beautiful piece. My best friend and I were both very at ease and it was an overall fantastic experience! It was like we were hanging out with a friend! I will be coming back to add more to my tattoo and my best friend will also come back to get a tattoo of her own! Side note: Dave, the owner of the shop, is a joy!! I'm very grateful for this place! Read Less
Erin B.
29 Apr 2017
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Totally happy and impressed with my experience at Guru!I browsed several portfolios and Instagram accounts from other shops in search of a new local artist. I found Guru Tattoo on Yelp, and the moment... Read More
Totally happy and impressed with my experience at Guru!I browsed several portfolios and Instagram accounts from other shops in search of a new local artist. I found Guru Tattoo on Yelp, and the moment I opened up Travis' page I gasped with excitement because his art perfectly matched the aesthetic and coloring I was looking for!I called that afternoon (a random weekday) and Travis happened to answer the phone. He was super welcoming, and told me to drop-in anytime to discuss the custom piece I wanted. When I arrived at Guru, I was greeted by several smiling faces and the environment was really warm and comfortable. After chatting with Travis about my ideas, I put down a deposit and scheduled a time to meet again.Travis totally delivered! Part of my tattoo was already existing (the hummingbird and Hawaiian flower). He really listened to my ideas and just a week later, he created an outstanding custom piece built off of my existing ink. For inspiration he even told me he went outside in his garden with his wife and looked at their lavender and other kinds of flowers and plants. He nailed it!While getting the tattoo (two ~3 hour sessions) I enjoyed the ambiance at Guru and the conversation and laughter with Travis. One day they were even doing a cool charity event where people could walk in and get a snowflake tattoo for a $50 donation toward a charity. It created a fun atmosphere and also speaks volumes when an organization goes out of their way to give back!My artwork came out BEAUTIFUL and I couldn't be happier. I'm so grateful to Travis and Guru Tattoo! Fantastic experience overall and will definitely work with Travis again. :) Read Less
Jose Perez
12 Apr 2017
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It is a nice place, professional people who are there just for what you need, I like their environment and the way they treat you overall, always checking up on you making sure you are good, if you ne... Read More
It is a nice place, professional people who are there just for what you need, I like their environment and the way they treat you overall, always checking up on you making sure you are good, if you need water or a snack, My artist Jeffrey si my rosary, this was his first time doing one, and boy did he make a good job, excellent lining, excellent shading, he just killed it Read Less
Adriana Marquez
9 Apr 2017
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What happened ti the guys that were there when it was "Golden Rose"?
Elaine G.
4 Apr 2017
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I had a cover up that a lot of shops didn't want to take on.  Travis was more than willing to do it. He took pics of what I had, took ideas I had and was honest if it would work or not.  To add it was... Read More
I had a cover up that a lot of shops didn't want to take on.  Travis was more than willing to do it. He took pics of what I had, took ideas I had and was honest if it would work or not.  To add it was on my breast which some artist were weird about have to touch it.I came in Travis and the rest of the people that worked there were a blast to talked too and made my experience great.I highly recommend going to Travis and the shop. Read Less
Cheyenne Summer Garcia
21 Mar 2017
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albert u rock !! fun guy, friendly service. hella cool shop ! thanks
Denise H.
4 Mar 2017
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Just got my 2nd tattoo here. I got my 1st tattoo at Guru in 2010 when they were at a different location. I live in the East Bay now so was looking for studios in the area, but didn't like the vibe of ... Read More
Just got my 2nd tattoo here. I got my 1st tattoo at Guru in 2010 when they were at a different location. I live in the East Bay now so was looking for studios in the area, but didn't like the vibe of the one I stopped by. Decided to check out Guru again.Both times when I looked for tattoo places I was super impressed by this studio. The artists are friendly and really listen to what you want done. I felt like artists at other studios weren't as thoughtful about my ideas and wanted to rush me into it. Right when I came into Guru I was greeted and advised to look through their artists albums to see whose style I liked.I decided on Jacob since he had some tattoos that involved smaller detailing like I wanted. So I talked with him briefly and set up an appointment. He sent me a drawing the week before my appointment and was easily reachable by email.Just got done with my appointment and my tattoo looks exactly like the drawing! I was really impressed by his work. Very reasonable pricing and explained anything I had questions on. If I ever get another tattoo, I will come to Guru and Jacob again! Read Less
Jason A.
26 Feb 2017
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Okay, this story is gonna be a lot longer than any of your Once Upon a Times:Back in HS I told a buddy "I'd probably get a tattoo before I'd ever get a piercing" / "why?" / "because jewelry's for girl... Read More
Okay, this story is gonna be a lot longer than any of your Once Upon a Times:Back in HS I told a buddy "I'd probably get a tattoo before I'd ever get a piercing" / "why?" / "because jewelry's for girls". Fast forward to the end of Nursing School "I'm gonna get a tattoo, dog, both (or even a tattoo of a dog) when I graduate" ...didn't happen. And even BEFORE everyone's treacherous 2016 had started last year, "I'm gonna get one before or ON my 30th birthday" ... nope!On with the not-so-funny story, I got into a Total Wreck with my cousin on our way to a walk-in consult at Guru, January '16. Was it a sign not go through with it? Probably, but here I am a year later quantifying wtf got me distracted from doing something so personal and life-engraving: car replacement, job promotion, the unexpected/continuous mind-racking of girl dealings; the list goes on and on. It only took an anniversary to trigger such thinking, then the rest, as they say, is history...You know how it goes: Facebook sends you an "On This Day" reminder and there's your 2009 Civic crunched up like tin foil in your notifications. One of your good friends rolls into town that same weekend and gets inked up @ Black and Blue SF after a 6-mo standing appointment. You still have some of those lingering distractions but something in your head tells you "go" (again). Aside from another shop and GURU regrettably turning down my design for reasons of being too 'specific' or 'unique'... they actually attempted to draw a mock-up on that fateful day last year. The grounds were clean, staff inviting and The Hut as I'd like to call it just gave off this aura of "Welcome ~~ there is no fragmented Civic shrapnel to be found here". In the end it didn't (and still hasn't) worked out for my original, "first" tattoo idea. So whaddaya do? "Secondary", alternative (finger) tattoo idea, go!This had brewed over after all the turnaways from last year, months of hashtag searching #fingertattoos on Instagram and settling on an image that particularly didn't have much personal meaning; just something to stir conversation or conjure this self-sophisticating image whenever I pulled a drink up to my mouth or scratched my facial hair in thought. A "Gateway Tattoo"---and then came an opportune moment: your parents are out of the country for three weeks--Do you surprise them with a dog on their return, a tattoo or bowf? Tattoo it was. I dropped in on one of my single days off Thursday afternoon and was greeted again by Travis. He consulted with me on three separate images where I mishmoshed the ideas into one. He called down one of the newer artists, Jopie from the second floor and she got her station readied for me in 15.She was pretty warm & communicative throughout the whole process, "you have really beautiful hands" Jopie said xD. She free-handed the image with a pen, made some adjustments and accommodated a lot of the details along the way. It made out so well, Jopie kinda hinted a suggestion to add another line or two. It was overall, a "spicy" experience as her and neighbor Jeff had described for a first inking. Especially towards that bone bend at the end... yikes. After about 20 mins of needling I was wrapped up, given after care instructions and sent on my way with Jopie's number & Instagram handle to contact.Am I 100 on it? No. But I'm picky, and what (high) percentage of people can say so for their First anyway? It's a baby mark. It's done. I took the plunge. It will fade with its placement and use, but the pricing includes touch-ups because of those pre-implications which I can appreciate GURU divulging upfront.So peruse your artist's portfolio, be Confident in your specifics, TRUST and Go for it. No regrets here with Ideas Three (big!) and Four in the works....still want that dog though. Read Less
Victoria M.
8 Feb 2017
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some amazing artists have spots here! Please do not come in with a bigass tattoo that you want done TODAY as a WALK IN surrounded by like 3 of your friends. Shops don't like that shit. Jeff is amazing... Read More
some amazing artists have spots here! Please do not come in with a bigass tattoo that you want done TODAY as a WALK IN surrounded by like 3 of your friends. Shops don't like that shit. Jeff is amazing :) all artists have portfolios at the front so if you are a walk in you can kinda pick what style you like. Good music, nice people, really sweet vibe. I love this place. Read Less
Charlene Figone
17 Jan 2017
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Jeff did an awesome job on my husbands and my tattoos.
Savannah J.
4 Jan 2017
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Travis is aaaaaamazing. Wouldn't go to anyone else. His style of tattooing is beautiful and his linework is flawless. There's a difference between a tattoo artist that just tattoos and a tattoo artist... Read More
Travis is aaaaaamazing. Wouldn't go to anyone else. His style of tattooing is beautiful and his linework is flawless. There's a difference between a tattoo artist that just tattoos and a tattoo artists that tattoos art. I went to him on a limb after seeing his work on instagram (@travistattoosavage) and told him my ideas of what I wanted, which was a Hogwarts castle morphed into a mandala. When I came in for the appointment a few days later, I walked into him having more than a few pictures printed of the actual castle from every which angle, and was extremely thorough in making sure it was perfect. Aaaaaand it was. We're now currently working on the rest of my arm and every single time, it's perfect. I never have to ask him to change anything. He's rad. Read Less
Shannon Parsons
28 Dec 2016
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Thank you, Jeff! Our tattoos came out better than imagined. Guru is the best!!
Christina Cook Day
4 Dec 2016
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I've been going to see Dave Flowers for my tattoos for 15+ years. The color still looks great on all of them, and i have never needed to go back for s touch up. He has an AMAZING artistic talent and a... Read More
I've been going to see Dave Flowers for my tattoos for 15+ years. The color still looks great on all of them, and i have never needed to go back for s touch up. He has an AMAZING artistic talent and a great sense of humor. Freaking love this guy! Read Less
Valerie E.
9 Nov 2016
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I'm honestly so happy with my tattoo. It was my first done, and I've had a couple of friends recommend me this shop because they said that they had a great experience here and they weren't lying. I ha... Read More
I'm honestly so happy with my tattoo. It was my first done, and I've had a couple of friends recommend me this shop because they said that they had a great experience here and they weren't lying. I had the pleasure of being tattooed by, I believe his name was Robert. He made sure that I loved the drawing before it was stenciled into my body and that I was okay during the process. He did such an amazing job with the lettering and filling in the color for my balloon. I got it done around September 19, and being almost two months later, it still looks great! I highly recommend this place for anybody getting a first time tattoo or even just adding more to their collection. I'm trying to get my dad to come here for his first and a second for me, Read Less
Janice Nimer
29 Oct 2016
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Great artists and always polite and fun to talk to. Honestly excited about tattooing.
Shelly Fountain Ariza
17 Oct 2016
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Did a walk in appt. On Sunday and Jeff was awesome! Everyone was so nice. We will definitely be going back here and will recommend to friends!
Lori Andy MacDougall
3 Oct 2016
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Jeff Klug did a kick ass job!! Everyone in the shop was professional and friendly!! 5hrs in the chair and I fell asleep during it. I will be back for more!!
Gloria Jazmin D.
30 Sep 2016
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Super happy with Guru Tattoo.  I was in the shop today for a little over 6 hours, for my tattoo. All around,  the staff is friendly and makes you feel welcome; Kristen is especially kind and attentive... Read More
Super happy with Guru Tattoo.  I was in the shop today for a little over 6 hours, for my tattoo. All around,  the staff is friendly and makes you feel welcome; Kristen is especially kind and attentive. Huge props to Travis, he worked on me today. Travis is professional,  easy going,  nice and most importantly,  a talented artist.  I will definitely be going back to Guru for my next piece.Thank you! Read Less
Heidi Frost
27 Aug 2016
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Guru is clean, friendly, and totally professional! They are a fun group of people who obviously have a passion for what they do! A sincere shout-out to Albert, who made getting my first tattoo an aw... Read More
Guru is clean, friendly, and totally professional! They are a fun group of people who obviously have a passion for what they do! A sincere shout-out to Albert, who made getting my first tattoo an awesome experience from start to finish! I'd recommend Guru (and Albert) to anyone!!! 5 stars from me!! (I'd give them more if I could!!) Read Less
owen matthew Aurelio
1 Aug 2016
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About as friendly and clean as a tattoo shop gets, it almost feels like a doctor's office with good art all over the place! That is a compliment, I absolutely recommend these guys if you are close eno... Read More
About as friendly and clean as a tattoo shop gets, it almost feels like a doctor's office with good art all over the place! That is a compliment, I absolutely recommend these guys if you are close enough. Ask for Dave, the guy is awesome. Read Less
vinod kumaar
19 Apr 2016
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Friendly and great worth for ur money
Sudesna M.
20 Mar 2016
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It was a last minute walk-in. True professionals. They did not rush me to get hold of the first available artist and get the tattoo done. They recommended that I go through their tattoo art compilatio... Read More
It was a last minute walk-in. True professionals. They did not rush me to get hold of the first available artist and get the tattoo done. They recommended that I go through their tattoo art compilation - beautifully put together in small notebooks for customers to browse.Ambience was pretty cool. The inner decor with hand-made art is engaging and you will find yourself staring at the paintings.My tattoo was pretty simplistic, so I just decided to go with the first available artist. I was introduced to Travis by a hot receptionist ;).Travis is super cool. I just had a vague thought process of what I wanted and honestly I was confused! He was patient and helped me come up with the final version. Since this was my first tattoo, Travis was extra cautious and explained the whole process to me. He moved fast and the result was perfect! Exactly how i wanted it! Thanks Travis for your amazing and precise work! If I ever think of another tattoo, I will definitely come back! I browsed through Travis's work after my tattoo was complete :) and boy I was amazed. He has done some phenomenal body work done on others. I got the term '__indominus__' inscribed. I was charged $120 for the whole process - a little expensive but it was completely worth the experience! Definitely recommend the place. Read Less
kirkleo
26 Nov 2008
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i went into guru and came out with not the tattoo i was wanting but also got 2 piercings which were cool,the staff there are a great group and frank the piercer took me thru the steps of my piercings ... Read More
i went into guru and came out with not the tattoo i was wanting but also got 2 piercings which were cool,the staff there are a great group and frank the piercer took me thru the steps of my piercings and dave was very good at listening to me about what i wanted and did more then i expected..i think ill be a regular i think ill be there more often then any other place Read Less
Cristina12201
27 May 2008
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I went there to get my first tattoo, the place was very clean, and they had reasonable pricing. Everything is custom so be sure to bring references to what you want done. Everyone is really friendly a... Read More
I went there to get my first tattoo, the place was very clean, and they had reasonable pricing. Everything is custom so be sure to bring references to what you want done. Everyone is really friendly and helpful. They did a great job on my tat and I am definately going back for my next one. Read Less
grvqn
5 Jan 2007
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This place is very clean, you can smell how clean right when you walk in. The people that work there are very friendly. Make you feel right at home. I had Dave to both of my Tattoos and they both came... Read More
This place is very clean, you can smell how clean right when you walk in. The people that work there are very friendly. Make you feel right at home. I had Dave to both of my Tattoos and they both came out great!! If I ever get anymore I'll be back at Guru!! Read Less
mpinney17
15 Oct 2002
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When you walk into Guru Tattoo you don't feel your walking into a normal tattoo shop. The place is clean, your helped right away, its not filled with smoke and there aren't pictures up all over every... Read More
When you walk into Guru Tattoo you don't feel your walking into a normal tattoo shop. The place is clean, your helped right away, its not filled with smoke and there aren't pictures up all over every wall of pictures of tattoo's that a million other people in San Jose all ready have. Guru is definetly a custom place and they do an awesome job if your looking for a girly angel, butterfly or something more Gothic...You can bring in a picture or have one of the guy's create something for you just from you describing what you like and you will love it and have something that no one else has. I would definetly recommend Guru to anyone who loves Tattoo's...The guy's do a great job, are down to earth and know how to have a good time doing their job... Read Less
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Guru Tattoo

Campbell, California
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2375 South Bascom Avenue
Campbell California 95008
Guru tattoo has the urgent desire to cultivate and encourage the development of body art as well as explore and push our own artistic boundaries.
Monday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Tuesday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Wednesday
12:00PM-20:00PM
Thursday
12:00PM-20:00PM
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12:00PM-20:00PM
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Mehdi D.
15 May 2019
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Just stopped in to Guru Tattoo on Sunday after the tattoo artist I had was being super flakey at another parlor. Was greeted by this big dude name Jeff. I had remembered him from high school years ago... Read More
Just stopped in to Guru Tattoo on Sunday after the tattoo artist I had was being super flakey at another parlor. Was greeted by this big dude name Jeff. I had remembered him from high school years ago and decided to set up an appointment with him for that following Saturday. He was professional and most important patient. This quality you usually don't see with most artist as they lack the business qualities. Once I got to my appointment he gave me suggestions and allowed me to make my decision. He did such a good job I decided to let him do another small tattoo during the same session. I barely felt the tattoos as he was steady. Highly recommend Klug. Read Less
Kimberly B.
16 Apr 2019
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I came with my friend as a walk in and the staff were super friendly and nice. Jeff was my artist and he made my first tattoo experience amazing! He was so patient with me. I showed him a picture of a... Read More
I came with my friend as a walk in and the staff were super friendly and nice. Jeff was my artist and he made my first tattoo experience amazing! He was so patient with me. I showed him a picture of a rose tattoo that I wanted on my ankle but more simple and he was able to do that. The piece came out so clean and beautiful. He even gave me a sticker of an art piece he drew. So if you're looking for an artist, I highly recommend Jeff! Read Less
Jondel G.
4 Mar 2019
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This is the coolest, most hospitable tattoo place I have been to!  The staff guided me through my options and recommended the perfect artist to draw my custom tattoo!  Jacob was thoughtful about my re... Read More
This is the coolest, most hospitable tattoo place I have been to!  The staff guided me through my options and recommended the perfect artist to draw my custom tattoo!  Jacob was thoughtful about my request and design ideas and carefully executed my best tattoo yet!  I absolutely love it!  I may just have to get another and another... Read Less
Rachel F.
17 Feb 2019
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Jeff is the best! Every tattoo he has done for me has been 100% amazing! He always exceeds my expectations and puts whole hearted effort into every piece of art. I've definitely found my forever artis... Read More
Jeff is the best! Every tattoo he has done for me has been 100% amazing! He always exceeds my expectations and puts whole hearted effort into every piece of art. I've definitely found my forever artist, I highly recommend Jeff!! Read Less
Monty H.
13 Feb 2019
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All very good artists excluding Jeff. He is good at tracing tattoos but if you want something designed go to someone else.  Difference between tracing and actual art. They rest are great tho. From wha... Read More
All very good artists excluding Jeff. He is good at tracing tattoos but if you want something designed go to someone else.  Difference between tracing and actual art. They rest are great tho. From what I've seen and done Read Less
Muffin G.
27 Jan 2019
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Thinking about getting a tattoo.Guru tattoo is the place and Jacob is the man to see! Off the chain talent. Tell him..Muffin sent you.
Lysa H.
9 Dec 2018
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My first time to Guru!!! I was refer to Guru  by an aquaintance of my. The place was very clean! staff was super friendly and helpful. I was tatted up by Jeff. He was super friendly and very attentive... Read More
My first time to Guru!!! I was refer to Guru  by an aquaintance of my. The place was very clean! staff was super friendly and helpful. I was tatted up by Jeff. He was super friendly and very attentive to what I was looking for and wanted for my sleeve. Jeff made feel super relaxed and did an amazingly outstanding job for what I was looking for and wanted!!! Thank Jeff and I will definitely be back to see you for more work done in the future Read Less
Ashley Y.
4 Dec 2018
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Love Guru! Have been going to Dave the owner for my sleeve for awhile now and let me tell ya Dave is such a wonderful, talented, humbling man! We could sit and chat for hours beyond any tattoo session... Read More
Love Guru! Have been going to Dave the owner for my sleeve for awhile now and let me tell ya Dave is such a wonderful, talented, humbling man! We could sit and chat for hours beyond any tattoo session, and no matter the length of time before I come back for my next appointment we always pick up where we left off. I always look forward to when I get to return to guru. Read Less
Hazel G.
10 Nov 2018
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Walk-in with no plans but just a piece of lyric quote printed on A4 paper. They asked me lots of questions to make sure I was ready for my first tattoo. Very friendly environment and great staffs. Sup... Read More
Walk-in with no plans but just a piece of lyric quote printed on A4 paper. They asked me lots of questions to make sure I was ready for my first tattoo. Very friendly environment and great staffs. Super clean working space. Walk-out with a brand new tattoo and a happy smile on my face. Best experience ever. Read Less
Alondra A.
25 Oct 2018
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My sister and I woke up just wanting to get the matching tattoos we have been procrastinating to go get. We went to this different tattoo shop and ended up leaving when we noticed that they were looki... Read More
My sister and I woke up just wanting to get the matching tattoos we have been procrastinating to go get. We went to this different tattoo shop and ended up leaving when we noticed that they were looking more into taking our money rather than leaving us satisfied with our tattoos and what we wanted. And then I found this place on yelp and went straight there.....I am SO glad we did. They were so attentive right from the beginning and so generous. 10/10 Dave and Annie, along with the rest of the staff were so amazing to us! My sister and I already decided that we will be coming here for the rest of our tattoos and I'm already planning on coming back possibly in February to start my sleeve. Also, their shop is super rad.  definitely recommend this place. Read Less
Samantha C.
14 Sep 2018
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exceptional people and shop! My fiance and I have been tattooed by Jacob, Jeff and Annie. The owner Dave, is an amazing artist as well. The environment here is so relaxed and chill. The people all hav... Read More
exceptional people and shop! My fiance and I have been tattooed by Jacob, Jeff and Annie. The owner Dave, is an amazing artist as well. The environment here is so relaxed and chill. The people all have connecting personalities, making it so easy to talk about your art and ideas. We get compliments daily on our couple tattoos that Jacob has done. Annie has refurbished an old at home tattoo for my fiance, he couldn't be any happier. I would recommend this place for all tattoo work! Read Less
Jenn D.
10 Sep 2018
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Love this place and will definitely be coming back!My coach recommended my friend and I this place to get tatted--specifically the artist Jacob. We both came in and made different appointments, and th... Read More
Love this place and will definitely be coming back!My coach recommended my friend and I this place to get tatted--specifically the artist Jacob. We both came in and made different appointments, and the process was super smooth.From walking inside, you're greeted and talked to by a person who asks if you're looking for a walk-in, to make an appointment, etc. The vibe emitted off then is super laid back and comfortable, and it creates an atmosphere that is easy to communicate with those inside.I made an appointment for Jacob and was given a paper to fill out, which asked the usual questions about health and guidelines, and had to make the $100 cash deposit. It's cash only at this place by the way, but they have an ATM if anything! I was completely lost considering this was my first time getting a tattoo, but the staff really walks you through everything thoroughly. They'll ask you what you're looking for too by the way!I came back a few days later for my appointment and immediately Jacob came over and asked what design I wanted. I drew mine beforehand--exactly as how I wanted--and I simply showed it to him on the paper I drew it on and he took it from there.He showed me the new needles and took them out of the packaging--so they're definitely sterile and clean. And then my skin was cleaned. After that the outline of my design was moved to my skin, and he got the exact place I wanted it on the first try! From there I was laying down and he started. Now... he works pretty fast and is so spot on with his work! Considering the size of my piece, it took around half an hour where I expected it to take an hour. The results were still amazing. Throughout the process a conversation would spark here or there, and it was a good distraction from the fact there was needles poking into my body.Once it's done he walks you through the procedure for taking care of it and shows you how to apply and change out the bandages he'll provide you. Then you're off and done! Pay, leave a tip, and you're out the door happy with what you got. I believe it's $50 per hour : ) Read Less
Serena P.
29 Aug 2018
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Went for a walk-in and I could not be more satisfied with it! Absolutely in love with my new tattoo. This is my second one and I can definitely say this experience was better than my first one. The st... Read More
Went for a walk-in and I could not be more satisfied with it! Absolutely in love with my new tattoo. This is my second one and I can definitely say this experience was better than my first one. The staff at Guru are all very nice and are more than willing to work with you to make sure you get what you want. Albert did mine today and he did not rush me at any time. He made sure I understood everything before he did it and opened the needle freshly out of its package in front of me. Definitely recommend to anyone in the area or looking to get their art done. Read Less
Brooke D.
10 Aug 2018
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One of the most friendly and welcoming tattoo shops EVER! Everyone there was so nice. Always asking if I need anything and making sure I was okay. Jeffery did my tattoo and he did an amazing job. I go... Read More
One of the most friendly and welcoming tattoo shops EVER! Everyone there was so nice. Always asking if I need anything and making sure I was okay. Jeffery did my tattoo and he did an amazing job. I got just a small set of Roman numerals and he really took his time and made sure I was in love with the placement before he began. Great shop!! I'm definitely coming back for my next tattoo!! Read Less
Jay S.
9 Aug 2018
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This review is for Annie who did my wife's first ever tattoo. First off my wife was very happy with the end result and loves the tattoo! Annie did a great job with the execution and details of the pie... Read More
This review is for Annie who did my wife's first ever tattoo. First off my wife was very happy with the end result and loves the tattoo! Annie did a great job with the execution and details of the piece. She was very attentive and paid special care to significance of the artwork, it was a custom calligraphy drawing of our sons name in Japanese. Annie's detail was great, capturing the fine brush strokes. She was also very polite and nice to talk with throughout the whole time. Overall great experience with a great artist! Read Less
Laurie F.
25 Jul 2018
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Perfect and exactly what I wanted in a shop.  Came in as a walk in with my friend that had just flown in from Minnesota.  We were looking to get simple tattoos in memory of a friend that passed away f... Read More
Perfect and exactly what I wanted in a shop.  Came in as a walk in with my friend that had just flown in from Minnesota.  We were looking to get simple tattoos in memory of a friend that passed away from cancer and they delivered for us. Thank you, Jacob and Klug, you guys are awesome! Read Less
Marcos R.
18 Jul 2018
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Came in as a walk in and the staff was friendly and helpful. They offered me a quote for my first tattoo and they had the time to take care of me that evening. Jeffrey was my artist and he did an awes... Read More
Came in as a walk in and the staff was friendly and helpful. They offered me a quote for my first tattoo and they had the time to take care of me that evening. Jeffrey was my artist and he did an awesome job and doesn't play around when he focused in his zone. The front desk lady was sweet and offensive me water and snacks.Come here and your experience will be life changing.! Read Less
Eva R.
28 Jun 2018
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Another long-overdue review! Jacob Ferguson did an amazing job with half-sleeves on my wife and myself; we have had so many people remark on how great they look. (Still can't believe he did both over ... Read More
Another long-overdue review! Jacob Ferguson did an amazing job with half-sleeves on my wife and myself; we have had so many people remark on how great they look. (Still can't believe he did both over the course of one day!) He also did a fantastic job of redoing an older tattoo on my other wrist, and it looks so vibrant and beautiful now.The shop was a really welcoming place, very chill and laid-back, and we would highly recommend them. Jacob's a talented artist and has a friendly, calming demeanor when he's tattooing. Feeling like you're just hanging out with a pretty fun group of people really puts you at ease when you're being tattooed for hours on end.Tl;dr: Great atmosphere, friendly shop, Jacob's awesome. Read Less
Loki A.
27 Jun 2018
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Not a bad artist in the shop. Each has their own style, some are mind blowing, but none are bad. The place is very comfortable and friendly but parking can be a little challenging.  -loki
w s
23 Jun 2018
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just visited while some friends got work done. cool shop, friendly staff.
Bruce's A.
4 Jun 2018
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I came in today to get a price quote on a piece I've been wanting for a long time. Jeff, one of the artists, was quick to ask me questions and and answer mine. He gave me a quote and estimated time ri... Read More
I came in today to get a price quote on a piece I've been wanting for a long time. Jeff, one of the artists, was quick to ask me questions and and answer mine. He gave me a quote and estimated time right on the spot. I said yes, and after filling out some paperwork, was on the table getting poked for a few hours. Jeff is very pleasant to talk to and incredibly talented. He sketched out my piece on paper and placed the sketch on my arm. He did the job with haste but without cutting corners and I couldn't be happier! He gave me instructions on proper care and smelled a few shots. He was as excited of my piece as much as I was. It made me happy to see a person really love what he does. The entire crew was also very friendly and excited for my piece. Everyone here is really freaking nice.Overall: incredible service, great prices, hip place and well maintained equipment. I'll be back! Read Less
Yvette Ortiz
20 May 2018
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Love the service Jeff always does some great work with my tattoos
kolumban b.
18 May 2018
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My first tattoo experience was great!Didn't know what to expect but really happy with the process.After I did my research I went and spoke to Dave Flowers and he did a great job executing it!Love the ... Read More
My first tattoo experience was great!Didn't know what to expect but really happy with the process.After I did my research I went and spoke to Dave Flowers and he did a great job executing it!Love the outcome! Will be back Read Less
Zac burham
2 May 2018
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Nice clean place friendly/chill area and people. I had Jeffrey draw and do this tattoo. He made it a great experience. will definitely go back and recommend
bruno ghiraldello
30 Apr 2018
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Cool people clean place even had snacks to munch on while I waited for my turn. I walked in they were pretty busy but was able to Squeeze me in. Tattoo came out perfect. To be honest I even liked the ... Read More
Cool people clean place even had snacks to munch on while I waited for my turn. I walked in they were pretty busy but was able to Squeeze me in. Tattoo came out perfect. To be honest I even liked the bandage they use to cover it up. Definitely going to be a regular “go to” spot. Read Less
Jari Vasarainen
12 Mar 2018
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Cool place, cool people. Enjoyed my stay.
Manasa S.
28 Feb 2018
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This is a go to place for first timers like me. My husband & I got tattoos done on our anniversary, Albert did a great job in drawing out what was exactly on my mind. He was very patient and accommoda... Read More
This is a go to place for first timers like me. My husband & I got tattoos done on our anniversary, Albert did a great job in drawing out what was exactly on my mind. He was very patient and accommodative to our suggestions. He has this new stickon bandage from Saniderm which is great! no everyday cleanups or ointments n creams. Totally Worth $120..! Read Less
JoeandKari C.
15 Feb 2018
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A few years ago my wife had a cover-up tattoo done by one of the artists there and it was impressive enough that yesterday she had an entirely new tattoo done. Prior to having the tattoo done yesterda... Read More
A few years ago my wife had a cover-up tattoo done by one of the artists there and it was impressive enough that yesterday she had an entirely new tattoo done. Prior to having the tattoo done yesterday, we went in on Tuesday and looked through photo albums of work done by the professionals there.  The work done by Albert was preferred.  He was not working on Tuesday but he would be working on Wednesday (yesterday).   On Wednesday we met with Albert, and he sketched the idea/concept.  The drawing was spot on (all pun intended).  The sketch work and finished tattoo took just over three hours. During the entire process all of the staff made sure my wife was comfortable.  A big thanks to all of you!We posted 2 pictures and we are extremely impressed with the outcome!  Time to heal, and then the final reveal. Read Less
kerin colpean
13 Feb 2018
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I love this place! Very friendly staff and artists. Comfy environment
Cynthia M.
10 Feb 2018
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I absolutely love this tattoo parlor! The staff are all welcoming, talented, & wonderful. I have gotten 2 tattoos here, & I look forward to coming back. Jopie Lee is so talented, & amazing, I can't wa... Read More
I absolutely love this tattoo parlor! The staff are all welcoming, talented, & wonderful. I have gotten 2 tattoos here, & I look forward to coming back. Jopie Lee is so talented, & amazing, I can't wait to see what she comes up with next. Dave did one of my tattoos as well, I love that one very much! Such a great place, & great staff. Love the atmosphere also. Read Less
Anki S.
5 Feb 2018
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I got my 1st tattoo here. I live in San Jose and was looking for studios in the area and I found the best place. I had never visited any tattoo places Guru was the first place I stopped by and I was s... Read More
I got my 1st tattoo here. I live in San Jose and was looking for studios in the area and I found the best place. I had never visited any tattoo places Guru was the first place I stopped by and I was super impressed by this studio. The artist who worked on me (Jeffrey) was very professional and really listened to what I want. Place was very clean. All the artist were very friendly. Highly recommend this place for tattoo lovers.Price: In the reviews I read someone got 3 tattoos done for $150 so I felt mine should be done around $60-$80 but my total came to $100 for a small tattoo and I felt that was a lot but anyways they said they do free touch up. Read Less
Jeff Streit
31 Dec 2017
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I've had 5 tattoos done here in the last 10 years (as of writing this review). I also had work done at their previous location on Saratoga. This is not the place to get a bargain tattoo but well worth... Read More
I've had 5 tattoos done here in the last 10 years (as of writing this review). I also had work done at their previous location on Saratoga. This is not the place to get a bargain tattoo but well worth the quality. Dave the owner and all the artists at Guru are really down to earth and patient with requests and willing to go the extra mile to help you design something that is what you want whether you come in with a vague idea or an exact drawing. The shop has a good mellow environment and I've never felt uncomfortable going there. Will definitely get more work done here in the future. Read Less
Sarah C.
22 Nov 2017
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This was a picture done right after my tattoo artist finished, that is why my arm is a little red.But a guy named Albert did mine and he was very nice and welcoming from the start. When we walked in, ... Read More
This was a picture done right after my tattoo artist finished, that is why my arm is a little red.But a guy named Albert did mine and he was very nice and welcoming from the start. When we walked in, he asked us about what we wanted and made it easy for us to feel comfortable even though it was our first time getting a tattoo and so we would've felt a lot more nervous if it wasn't for him. He helped us with the tattoo process of picking out our size and font, and was very friendly during the whole time we were there.Also, he did a great job on my tattoo. I love it!!! So clean. Read Less
Helena C.
22 Nov 2017
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I'm 47 and just got my first tattoo here.... Everyone there was so friendly and made me feel comfortable since I was a little nervous. The artist who worked on me (Jacob) was very professional and I a... Read More
I'm 47 and just got my first tattoo here.... Everyone there was so friendly and made me feel comfortable since I was a little nervous. The artist who worked on me (Jacob) was very professional and I am very satisfied with my tattoo. I totally recommend Guru especially for the first timers! Read Less
Brett L.
15 Aug 2017
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Have had 2 tats done here both by Travis and couldn't be happier. Friends and family have gotten 4 other tattoos done by some of the other guys there as well and the quality is consistently outstandin... Read More
Have had 2 tats done here both by Travis and couldn't be happier. Friends and family have gotten 4 other tattoos done by some of the other guys there as well and the quality is consistently outstanding.Personally I picked Travis because of his color work in his binder but my daughter and her fiancee got black and greys done by another guy and they look great.So consistently good work all around in this shop and a killer painting of Herve Villechez in the bathroom what's not to like ? Read Less
Annemarie M.
11 Aug 2017
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Albert is amazing! I have wanted my dogs paw print in a tattoo for years. He did an amazing design with flowers and bright colors with my dogs paw print in the middle. He is super chill and a great gu... Read More
Albert is amazing! I have wanted my dogs paw print in a tattoo for years. He did an amazing design with flowers and bright colors with my dogs paw print in the middle. He is super chill and a great guy who I highly recommend. I will be back to have him do some updates on old tattoos. Also he went over care in great depth. Read Less
Andy C.
30 Jul 2017
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Guru Tattoo is a hidden gem. After researching multiple locations based on artwork, pricing, and customer service, Guru is my top choice. Dave is an incredible owner who knows how to relate and talk t... Read More
Guru Tattoo is a hidden gem. After researching multiple locations based on artwork, pricing, and customer service, Guru is my top choice. Dave is an incredible owner who knows how to relate and talk to any individual interested in tattoos but also current events. I remember before and after my tattoo session we were discussing topics ranging from politics to him saving a baby (that lost baby now works at Guru as well!). Not only did he allow me to remain calm before my session but recommended me, Jopie, who is lovely and sweet. Jopie and I discussed over the designs I requested and immediately began working on it despite the session being somewhat last minute. During the session, she warned me about how painful the procedure would be on the wrists. At first, it was daunting, but the overall experience was delighting. Jopie and I conversed the entirety of the session and we had a special connection that rarely occurs between the client and the worker. In my head, I thought conversing would lead to being a distraction except my tattoos were EXACTLY how I wanted to look and represent. Luckily, Jopie is known for her work on Japanese writing and Roman numerals. When the session came to a conclusion, the price was a WHOPPING $150 for THREE TATTOOS. ONLY $50 more than the beginning price which would've been $300 since it was three and not one tattoo. In sum, Dave is not an asshole and the artists do care about you, your wellbeing, and the result of your design. 5/5 for this place! Read Less
Victoria S.
18 Jul 2017
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I was determined to get the grumpy unicorn  tattoo for quite some time. I thought about for many many months. I scoured the internet and Pinterest for the perfect combination of magical and salty. I f... Read More
I was determined to get the grumpy unicorn  tattoo for quite some time. I thought about for many many months. I scoured the internet and Pinterest for the perfect combination of magical and salty. I found one but it lacked the depth of color I was looking for. I wanted it to be vibrant with pastels and happy colors. However also with a peevish expression. The irony of a grouchy unicorn has always been the idea behind it. So I researched tattoo salons in the Bay Area and I read good things about Guru. I walked in to the A frame building and looked at all the books and I ended up choosing Travis to design my grumpy unicorn. It only took him a week but he nailed it! Very artistic and really professional. I'd consider another one in the future. But need to forget about how badly it hurt! but it was totally worth it. I recommend Travis and Guru for great work and they won't charge you ridiculous prices. Read Less
Tria R.
17 Jul 2017
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The entire staff is amazing! I was getting two rib tattoos and Dave came upstairs to chat with me to distract me from the pain. And Jeff did an incredible job on my tattoos! His line work is flawless!... Read More
The entire staff is amazing! I was getting two rib tattoos and Dave came upstairs to chat with me to distract me from the pain. And Jeff did an incredible job on my tattoos! His line work is flawless!!! Read Less
Will Devine
19 Jun 2017
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True artists. Very friendly atmosphere.
Maddy F.
12 Jun 2017
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I went here to get my first tattoo and it was the best experience of my life! My mom and I had planned to get lotus flower tattoo's and just walked into this shop to see if we could get some sketches.... Read More
I went here to get my first tattoo and it was the best experience of my life! My mom and I had planned to get lotus flower tattoo's and just walked into this shop to see if we could get some sketches. It was a super friendly environment and all the artists were very nice. We decided to look through Jopie's folder and loved all of her designs. She showed us a sketch of a lotus flower she had drawn and decided to get the tattoo just 30 minutes later! It took about an hour on each of us, and it was the best experience. She was super friendly and made my first tattoo experience the best it could possibly be. I would highly recommend this very professional and warming tattoo shop! Read Less
Sandy H.
9 May 2017
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Jopie is amazing!I've been wanting a tattoo that represents my mom and I finally decided to get one of lilies on my rib cage since they're my mom's favorite flowers. I've always been drawn to colorful... Read More
Jopie is amazing!I've been wanting a tattoo that represents my mom and I finally decided to get one of lilies on my rib cage since they're my mom's favorite flowers. I've always been drawn to colorful tattoos so I did a bunch of research on several different places but Guru Tattoo had awesome portfolios for each of the artists. I chose to have Jopie do my tattoo and came in the next day for my appointment. I told Jopie what I was looking for the day before and she totally delivered with a beautiful piece. My best friend and I were both very at ease and it was an overall fantastic experience! It was like we were hanging out with a friend! I will be coming back to add more to my tattoo and my best friend will also come back to get a tattoo of her own! Side note: Dave, the owner of the shop, is a joy!! I'm very grateful for this place! Read Less
Erin B.
29 Apr 2017
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Totally happy and impressed with my experience at Guru!I browsed several portfolios and Instagram accounts from other shops in search of a new local artist. I found Guru Tattoo on Yelp, and the moment... Read More
Totally happy and impressed with my experience at Guru!I browsed several portfolios and Instagram accounts from other shops in search of a new local artist. I found Guru Tattoo on Yelp, and the moment I opened up Travis' page I gasped with excitement because his art perfectly matched the aesthetic and coloring I was looking for!I called that afternoon (a random weekday) and Travis happened to answer the phone. He was super welcoming, and told me to drop-in anytime to discuss the custom piece I wanted. When I arrived at Guru, I was greeted by several smiling faces and the environment was really warm and comfortable. After chatting with Travis about my ideas, I put down a deposit and scheduled a time to meet again.Travis totally delivered! Part of my tattoo was already existing (the hummingbird and Hawaiian flower). He really listened to my ideas and just a week later, he created an outstanding custom piece built off of my existing ink. For inspiration he even told me he went outside in his garden with his wife and looked at their lavender and other kinds of flowers and plants. He nailed it!While getting the tattoo (two ~3 hour sessions) I enjoyed the ambiance at Guru and the conversation and laughter with Travis. One day they were even doing a cool charity event where people could walk in and get a snowflake tattoo for a $50 donation toward a charity. It created a fun atmosphere and also speaks volumes when an organization goes out of their way to give back!My artwork came out BEAUTIFUL and I couldn't be happier. I'm so grateful to Travis and Guru Tattoo! Fantastic experience overall and will definitely work with Travis again. :) Read Less
Jose Perez
12 Apr 2017
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It is a nice place, professional people who are there just for what you need, I like their environment and the way they treat you overall, always checking up on you making sure you are good, if you ne... Read More
It is a nice place, professional people who are there just for what you need, I like their environment and the way they treat you overall, always checking up on you making sure you are good, if you need water or a snack, My artist Jeffrey si my rosary, this was his first time doing one, and boy did he make a good job, excellent lining, excellent shading, he just killed it Read Less
Adriana Marquez
9 Apr 2017
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What happened ti the guys that were there when it was "Golden Rose"?
Elaine G.
4 Apr 2017
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I had a cover up that a lot of shops didn't want to take on.  Travis was more than willing to do it. He took pics of what I had, took ideas I had and was honest if it would work or not.  To add it was... Read More
I had a cover up that a lot of shops didn't want to take on.  Travis was more than willing to do it. He took pics of what I had, took ideas I had and was honest if it would work or not.  To add it was on my breast which some artist were weird about have to touch it.I came in Travis and the rest of the people that worked there were a blast to talked too and made my experience great.I highly recommend going to Travis and the shop. Read Less
Cheyenne Summer Garcia
21 Mar 2017
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albert u rock !! fun guy, friendly service. hella cool shop ! thanks
Denise H.
4 Mar 2017
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Just got my 2nd tattoo here. I got my 1st tattoo at Guru in 2010 when they were at a different location. I live in the East Bay now so was looking for studios in the area, but didn't like the vibe of ... Read More
Just got my 2nd tattoo here. I got my 1st tattoo at Guru in 2010 when they were at a different location. I live in the East Bay now so was looking for studios in the area, but didn't like the vibe of the one I stopped by. Decided to check out Guru again.Both times when I looked for tattoo places I was super impressed by this studio. The artists are friendly and really listen to what you want done. I felt like artists at other studios weren't as thoughtful about my ideas and wanted to rush me into it. Right when I came into Guru I was greeted and advised to look through their artists albums to see whose style I liked.I decided on Jacob since he had some tattoos that involved smaller detailing like I wanted. So I talked with him briefly and set up an appointment. He sent me a drawing the week before my appointment and was easily reachable by email.Just got done with my appointment and my tattoo looks exactly like the drawing! I was really impressed by his work. Very reasonable pricing and explained anything I had questions on. If I ever get another tattoo, I will come to Guru and Jacob again! Read Less
Jason A.
26 Feb 2017
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Okay, this story is gonna be a lot longer than any of your Once Upon a Times:Back in HS I told a buddy "I'd probably get a tattoo before I'd ever get a piercing" / "why?" / "because jewelry's for girl... Read More
Okay, this story is gonna be a lot longer than any of your Once Upon a Times:Back in HS I told a buddy "I'd probably get a tattoo before I'd ever get a piercing" / "why?" / "because jewelry's for girls". Fast forward to the end of Nursing School "I'm gonna get a tattoo, dog, both (or even a tattoo of a dog) when I graduate" ...didn't happen. And even BEFORE everyone's treacherous 2016 had started last year, "I'm gonna get one before or ON my 30th birthday" ... nope!On with the not-so-funny story, I got into a Total Wreck with my cousin on our way to a walk-in consult at Guru, January '16. Was it a sign not go through with it? Probably, but here I am a year later quantifying wtf got me distracted from doing something so personal and life-engraving: car replacement, job promotion, the unexpected/continuous mind-racking of girl dealings; the list goes on and on. It only took an anniversary to trigger such thinking, then the rest, as they say, is history...You know how it goes: Facebook sends you an "On This Day" reminder and there's your 2009 Civic crunched up like tin foil in your notifications. One of your good friends rolls into town that same weekend and gets inked up @ Black and Blue SF after a 6-mo standing appointment. You still have some of those lingering distractions but something in your head tells you "go" (again). Aside from another shop and GURU regrettably turning down my design for reasons of being too 'specific' or 'unique'... they actually attempted to draw a mock-up on that fateful day last year. The grounds were clean, staff inviting and The Hut as I'd like to call it just gave off this aura of "Welcome ~~ there is no fragmented Civic shrapnel to be found here". In the end it didn't (and still hasn't) worked out for my original, "first" tattoo idea. So whaddaya do? "Secondary", alternative (finger) tattoo idea, go!This had brewed over after all the turnaways from last year, months of hashtag searching #fingertattoos on Instagram and settling on an image that particularly didn't have much personal meaning; just something to stir conversation or conjure this self-sophisticating image whenever I pulled a drink up to my mouth or scratched my facial hair in thought. A "Gateway Tattoo"---and then came an opportune moment: your parents are out of the country for three weeks--Do you surprise them with a dog on their return, a tattoo or bowf? Tattoo it was. I dropped in on one of my single days off Thursday afternoon and was greeted again by Travis. He consulted with me on three separate images where I mishmoshed the ideas into one. He called down one of the newer artists, Jopie from the second floor and she got her station readied for me in 15.She was pretty warm & communicative throughout the whole process, "you have really beautiful hands" Jopie said xD. She free-handed the image with a pen, made some adjustments and accommodated a lot of the details along the way. It made out so well, Jopie kinda hinted a suggestion to add another line or two. It was overall, a "spicy" experience as her and neighbor Jeff had described for a first inking. Especially towards that bone bend at the end... yikes. After about 20 mins of needling I was wrapped up, given after care instructions and sent on my way with Jopie's number & Instagram handle to contact.Am I 100 on it? No. But I'm picky, and what (high) percentage of people can say so for their First anyway? It's a baby mark. It's done. I took the plunge. It will fade with its placement and use, but the pricing includes touch-ups because of those pre-implications which I can appreciate GURU divulging upfront.So peruse your artist's portfolio, be Confident in your specifics, TRUST and Go for it. No regrets here with Ideas Three (big!) and Four in the works....still want that dog though. Read Less
Victoria M.
8 Feb 2017
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some amazing artists have spots here! Please do not come in with a bigass tattoo that you want done TODAY as a WALK IN surrounded by like 3 of your friends. Shops don't like that shit. Jeff is amazing... Read More
some amazing artists have spots here! Please do not come in with a bigass tattoo that you want done TODAY as a WALK IN surrounded by like 3 of your friends. Shops don't like that shit. Jeff is amazing :) all artists have portfolios at the front so if you are a walk in you can kinda pick what style you like. Good music, nice people, really sweet vibe. I love this place. Read Less
Charlene Figone
17 Jan 2017
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Jeff did an awesome job on my husbands and my tattoos.
Savannah J.
4 Jan 2017
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Travis is aaaaaamazing. Wouldn't go to anyone else. His style of tattooing is beautiful and his linework is flawless. There's a difference between a tattoo artist that just tattoos and a tattoo artist... Read More
Travis is aaaaaamazing. Wouldn't go to anyone else. His style of tattooing is beautiful and his linework is flawless. There's a difference between a tattoo artist that just tattoos and a tattoo artists that tattoos art. I went to him on a limb after seeing his work on instagram (@travistattoosavage) and told him my ideas of what I wanted, which was a Hogwarts castle morphed into a mandala. When I came in for the appointment a few days later, I walked into him having more than a few pictures printed of the actual castle from every which angle, and was extremely thorough in making sure it was perfect. Aaaaaand it was. We're now currently working on the rest of my arm and every single time, it's perfect. I never have to ask him to change anything. He's rad. Read Less
Shannon Parsons
28 Dec 2016
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Thank you, Jeff! Our tattoos came out better than imagined. Guru is the best!!
Christina Cook Day
4 Dec 2016
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I've been going to see Dave Flowers for my tattoos for 15+ years. The color still looks great on all of them, and i have never needed to go back for s touch up. He has an AMAZING artistic talent and a... Read More
I've been going to see Dave Flowers for my tattoos for 15+ years. The color still looks great on all of them, and i have never needed to go back for s touch up. He has an AMAZING artistic talent and a great sense of humor. Freaking love this guy! Read Less
Valerie E.
9 Nov 2016
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I'm honestly so happy with my tattoo. It was my first done, and I've had a couple of friends recommend me this shop because they said that they had a great experience here and they weren't lying. I ha... Read More
I'm honestly so happy with my tattoo. It was my first done, and I've had a couple of friends recommend me this shop because they said that they had a great experience here and they weren't lying. I had the pleasure of being tattooed by, I believe his name was Robert. He made sure that I loved the drawing before it was stenciled into my body and that I was okay during the process. He did such an amazing job with the lettering and filling in the color for my balloon. I got it done around September 19, and being almost two months later, it still looks great! I highly recommend this place for anybody getting a first time tattoo or even just adding more to their collection. I'm trying to get my dad to come here for his first and a second for me, Read Less
Janice Nimer
29 Oct 2016
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Great artists and always polite and fun to talk to. Honestly excited about tattooing.
Shelly Fountain Ariza
17 Oct 2016
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Did a walk in appt. On Sunday and Jeff was awesome! Everyone was so nice. We will definitely be going back here and will recommend to friends!
Lori Andy MacDougall
3 Oct 2016
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Jeff Klug did a kick ass job!! Everyone in the shop was professional and friendly!! 5hrs in the chair and I fell asleep during it. I will be back for more!!
Gloria Jazmin D.
30 Sep 2016
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Super happy with Guru Tattoo.  I was in the shop today for a little over 6 hours, for my tattoo. All around,  the staff is friendly and makes you feel welcome; Kristen is especially kind and attentive... Read More
Super happy with Guru Tattoo.  I was in the shop today for a little over 6 hours, for my tattoo. All around,  the staff is friendly and makes you feel welcome; Kristen is especially kind and attentive. Huge props to Travis, he worked on me today. Travis is professional,  easy going,  nice and most importantly,  a talented artist.  I will definitely be going back to Guru for my next piece.Thank you! Read Less
Heidi Frost
27 Aug 2016
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Guru is clean, friendly, and totally professional! They are a fun group of people who obviously have a passion for what they do! A sincere shout-out to Albert, who made getting my first tattoo an aw... Read More
Guru is clean, friendly, and totally professional! They are a fun group of people who obviously have a passion for what they do! A sincere shout-out to Albert, who made getting my first tattoo an awesome experience from start to finish! I'd recommend Guru (and Albert) to anyone!!! 5 stars from me!! (I'd give them more if I could!!) Read Less
owen matthew Aurelio
1 Aug 2016
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About as friendly and clean as a tattoo shop gets, it almost feels like a doctor's office with good art all over the place! That is a compliment, I absolutely recommend these guys if you are close eno... Read More
About as friendly and clean as a tattoo shop gets, it almost feels like a doctor's office with good art all over the place! That is a compliment, I absolutely recommend these guys if you are close enough. Ask for Dave, the guy is awesome. Read Less
vinod kumaar
19 Apr 2016
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Friendly and great worth for ur money
Sudesna M.
20 Mar 2016
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It was a last minute walk-in. True professionals. They did not rush me to get hold of the first available artist and get the tattoo done. They recommended that I go through their tattoo art compilatio... Read More
It was a last minute walk-in. True professionals. They did not rush me to get hold of the first available artist and get the tattoo done. They recommended that I go through their tattoo art compilation - beautifully put together in small notebooks for customers to browse.Ambience was pretty cool. The inner decor with hand-made art is engaging and you will find yourself staring at the paintings.My tattoo was pretty simplistic, so I just decided to go with the first available artist. I was introduced to Travis by a hot receptionist ;).Travis is super cool. I just had a vague thought process of what I wanted and honestly I was confused! He was patient and helped me come up with the final version. Since this was my first tattoo, Travis was extra cautious and explained the whole process to me. He moved fast and the result was perfect! Exactly how i wanted it! Thanks Travis for your amazing and precise work! If I ever think of another tattoo, I will definitely come back! I browsed through Travis's work after my tattoo was complete :) and boy I was amazed. He has done some phenomenal body work done on others. I got the term '__indominus__' inscribed. I was charged $120 for the whole process - a little expensive but it was completely worth the experience! Definitely recommend the place. Read Less
kirkleo
26 Nov 2008
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i went into guru and came out with not the tattoo i was wanting but also got 2 piercings which were cool,the staff there are a great group and frank the piercer took me thru the steps of my piercings ... Read More
i went into guru and came out with not the tattoo i was wanting but also got 2 piercings which were cool,the staff there are a great group and frank the piercer took me thru the steps of my piercings and dave was very good at listening to me about what i wanted and did more then i expected..i think ill be a regular i think ill be there more often then any other place Read Less
Cristina12201
27 May 2008
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I went there to get my first tattoo, the place was very clean, and they had reasonable pricing. Everything is custom so be sure to bring references to what you want done. Everyone is really friendly a... Read More
I went there to get my first tattoo, the place was very clean, and they had reasonable pricing. Everything is custom so be sure to bring references to what you want done. Everyone is really friendly and helpful. They did a great job on my tat and I am definately going back for my next one. Read Less
grvqn
5 Jan 2007
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This place is very clean, you can smell how clean right when you walk in. The people that work there are very friendly. Make you feel right at home. I had Dave to both of my Tattoos and they both came... Read More
This place is very clean, you can smell how clean right when you walk in. The people that work there are very friendly. Make you feel right at home. I had Dave to both of my Tattoos and they both came out great!! If I ever get anymore I'll be back at Guru!! Read Less
mpinney17
15 Oct 2002
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When you walk into Guru Tattoo you don't feel your walking into a normal tattoo shop. The place is clean, your helped right away, its not filled with smoke and there aren't pictures up all over every... Read More
When you walk into Guru Tattoo you don't feel your walking into a normal tattoo shop. The place is clean, your helped right away, its not filled with smoke and there aren't pictures up all over every wall of pictures of tattoo's that a million other people in San Jose all ready have. Guru is definetly a custom place and they do an awesome job if your looking for a girly angel, butterfly or something more Gothic...You can bring in a picture or have one of the guy's create something for you just from you describing what you like and you will love it and have something that no one else has. I would definetly recommend Guru to anyone who loves Tattoo's...The guy's do a great job, are down to earth and know how to have a good time doing their job... Read Less
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