WHY RED ROCKET TATTOO

OPEN EVERY DAY AT NOON

Friendliest Shop in Midtown!

Mike bellamy tattooing Joao Portinoi at Red Rocket Tattoo in Midtown Manhattan, NYC.

ICONIC MIDTOWN TATTOO SHOP

 

Red Rocket Tattoo has been part of New York City's tattoo community for more than 30 years. Founded by artists who helped shape modern tattooing in Manhattan, Red Rocket remains one of the city's few independently owned tattoo shops, serving locals, tourists, students, collectors, and first-time clients from around the world.

Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, our team of resident and guest artists specializes in custom tattooing across a wide range of styles including Japanese Traditional, American Traditional, Black & Grey, Color Realism, Fine Line, Large-Scale Custom Work, Sleeves, Backpieces, and Bodysuits.

What separates Red Rocket Tattoo from many modern studios is experience. Our artists bring decades of professional tattooing knowledge to every project, combining strong design fundamentals, technical skill, and a commitment to creating tattoos that stand the test of time.

Whether you're planning a small meaningful tattoo, a custom sleeve, or a multi-session body suit, you'll work directly with an experienced artist from consultation through completion. Every project is approached with professionalism, honesty, and respect for the client and the craft.

We regularly host international and traveling guest artists, giving our clients access to world-class talent and a diverse range of tattoo styles without leaving New York City.

PROFESSIONAL BODY PIERCING

Professional body piercing is available by Nathalie La Piercer, who provides a calm, client-focused experience using implant-grade titanium jewelry, sterile techniques, and precision placement for both first-time and experienced piercing clients.

WHY RED ROCKET TATTOO?

  • Over 30 years serving New York City
  • Independent artist-owned tattoo shop
  • Experienced resident and international guest artists
  • Japanese Traditional, American Traditional, Fine Line, Black & Grey, and Color work
  • Custom sleeves, backpieces, and large-scale projects
  • Professional body piercing with implant-grade titanium jewelry
  • Walk-ins welcome daily
  • Located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan

VISIT RED ROCKET TATTOO NYC

Whether you're visiting New York for the weekend or looking for a tattoo shop you'll return to for years, Red Rocket Tattoo offers the experience, professionalism, and artistic talent that have kept clients coming back for more than three decades.