The Jade Buddha Tattoo

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    Closed12:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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    Nose Piercing in 18 reviews

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    Tongue Piercing in 3 reviews

    Lip Piercing in 1 review

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    Nipple Piercing in 4 reviews

    Ear Lobe Piercing in 2 reviews

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    4660 El Cajon Blvd

    Ste 203

    San Diego, CA 92115

    47th St & Menlo Ave

    City Heights

    Mon

    • 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Tue

    • 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Wed

    • 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Thu

    • 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Fri

    • 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM

    Sat

    • 12:30 PM - 8:00 PM

    Sun

    • 12:30 PM - 8:00 PM

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    About the Business

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    Allan S.

    Here at Chimera Tattoo Gallery (formerly The Jade Buddha Tattoo) we specialize in tattoos and body piercing. All of our talented artists together cover a huge range of tattoo styles, and we only use the best tools in the industry to bring our customers the finest work they can get. Local Artist owned small business. Serving San Diego since 2016 Call us today to see what we can do for you.

    Ask the Community

    • Q:

      Is the snake eyes piercing/tongue tip piercing available here?

      A:

      Not anymore! After much consideration we ruled out it was not a safe enough procedure to be deemed a "permanent piercing" so we don't perform them any longer. Even when placed well its not a piercing that really agrees with anyone's body.

      Allan S., Business Owner 
      3 years ago
    • Q:

      What size gauge do they use for cartilage piercings?

      A:

      16 or 18 is most common

      Allan S., Business Owner 
      3 years ago

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    • Photo of Glaiza C.
      Glaiza C.
      Mid-City, San Diego, CA
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      Jun 2, 2019

      I got my second tattoo yesterday at Jade Buddha Tattoo and I absolutely loved my experience there. I mean it's the reason why I came back because I trust Brooke with all of my tattoo needs. She makes sure to calm my nerves because I get nervous almost every time I get a tattoo. She worked with me with my tattoo design and is completely professional with each step. I am most definitely coming back for more tattoos that I have planned in the future!

      Trust is important between a tattoo artist and client and Brooke has mine 100%.

      Love love love my new water color tattoo!
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      Cat F.
      Spring Valley, CA
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      Dec 11, 2020

      Absolutely loved it here! I plan on going back sometime soon to get some ear piercings. I originally messaged them through Yelp when I saw good reviews and I was given a phone number to the piercer Allan. I got my septum re-pierced, my second nostril pierced, and snake bites done all in one sitting. Very easy to communicate with and he made sure I was both comfortable and happy with the placement before piercing. I at first was a little unhappy with my septum (I have a crooked nose) but after a few hours I realized how much better it looked than before. No other customers were there and the shop seemed super clean! Thank you so much

      Piercings about a week after getting them done, love them so much!
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      Monzie C.
      Aiea, HI
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      Jun 19, 2020

      If I could give this shop 100 stars I would!!
      I couldn't be happier with my tattoo experience as well as the outcome! Due to COVID-19 there are new rules to adhere to once in the shop but none of that took away from having such a wonderful experience. I'm already recommending Rudi to my friends because I am so impressed with my new tattoo as well as how light handed she was! I could rave about the experience for hours but I'll just let the work speak for itself!

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      Connie E.
      San Diego, CA
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      Jul 7, 2020

      I love my tattoo !! Hector did such a great job at first I was so nervous first of all I am scared of needles I don't know how I have tattoos but when he started he just made everything comfortable I was taking naps in between no joke but let talk about how the lines and everything is perfect !!!!

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      Allan S.

      Jul 7, 2020

      We appreciate you ! Cant wait to see you again.

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      Adriana M.
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      Feb 22, 2018

      I found out about this tattoo parlor from a friend of a friend, and that's how I met Brooke. She created a stunning floral design for me with peonies, poppies, and springs of lavender. I fell in love with the concept art immediately! She's super talented and an underrated artist. I recommend all of my friends to her.

      The tattoo shop itself is really chill. They make you feel really comfortable and like you're among friends.

      When you first arrive, there's a long corridor with an adorable pet snake. Then, they have a piercing area, which reminds me of an old school hospital room. There's an open space for tattooing with a huge tv for Netflix, bathroom, and couch for your friends to relax in. All of their workspace is super clean and sterile, too.

      Prices are reasonable, even a bit cheap for the incredible art you get.

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      Allan S.

      Feb 22, 2018

      Thanks Adriana! Were looking forward to doing business with you again

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      Christian M.
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      Jun 20, 2020

      Allan is a super nice and profession person! The shop was really clean and organized. The tattoo came out better than I expected it to be and can't wait to get tatted again! I would totally recommend this place for anyone getting a tattoo or a piercing!

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      Lori N.
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      Jan 27, 2018

      My sister & I called to get a price quote. After emailing with Mia for just 2-3 minutes we had an appt to come in 45 minutes. Mia and her apprentice Brook are excellent artists. Their ultimate goal is to make sure to make us happy AND made our experience very comfortable. They are very down to earth ladies & have my trust! Will be bringing another sister here for her tatt very soon!

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      Tuyet N.
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      Jan 27, 2018

      Overall 5 stars for my end result tattoo (with my sister) & the experience being there.

      My sister & I were in search of getting a simple tattoo and we're calling different places. When we called Jade Buddha, Mia answered our questions over the phone and we were able to communicate through email ASAP to show her the design we had in mind. We met up about 45 minutes after the phone call. My sister had been to the location before so we found it quite easily, but it's for sure a hidden area in an Asian plaza. Besides Mia, we also had Brooke with her. They make such a great team, they helped each other set up (which they did such a great job before and after tattooing to ensure a clean area and equipments) they also made us feel welcomed and asked if we had any preference in music to listen to while we were there. My sister and I were able to get our tattoos together :) and I absolutely love how they turned out! Recommend this place & the two ladies.

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      Cristal F.
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      The wonderful ladies in this shop are so friendly and patient. Brooke did my nipple piercings and made it a fun experience even though the piercings hurt (nipple piercings are going to hurt; its normal). I can't wait to come back soon.
      Also the piercings placement was perfect and I love how much she cared about getting the marks just right.
      Thank you so much for the amazing experience.

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      Steven R.
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      Sep 19, 2017

      I am really happy I decided to go with this place. For starters Allen is one of the most patient people I know. His aseptic technique is phenomenal. He changed gloves every time he came away from my tattoo.

      Allen is fixing a tattoo that was done incorrectly from lions den in lemon grove. Attached is the before and after.

      He did a great job. Thanks Allen! I cannot wait for phase two!

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