Whether it’s someone’s first time getting inked or they are well-experienced with tattoos, having needles on your skin can be a nerve-wracking experience. Finding the best tattoo parlor is difficult because, after all, it’s permanent. Customers want to be sure that the place they find is trustworthy and that the artists are experienced. We asked Hudson County locals what their favorite spots are to get a tattoo, so if you are in the market for some new ink, keep reading to learn about the trustworthy parlors in the area. Read on to discover the best tattoo parlors in Hoboken and Jersey City, according to locals.
7 Souls Tattoo | 544-546 Jersey Avenue, Jersey City
7 Souls Tattoo is a popular spot for tattoos and piercings in the area. Customers describe the staff as kind and patient, the office as clean, and the tattoos as great quality. “7 Souls is extremely clean and professional. Tyrone went above and beyond with my tattoo and I will definitely be back sooner rather than later for another piece,” Mary Ellen says.
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Blue Bird Tattoo Gallery | 1074 Summit Avenue, Jersey City
Blue Bird Tattoo Gallery is a vibrant tattoo studio in Jersey City. Established in 2022 by artists Jessie Gonzalez and Jorge Mendez, the gallery specializes in traditional, neo-traditional, fine line, and anime tattoos, among other styles.
Hachiko Tattoo | 1 Newark Street, Hoboken
Hachiko Tattoo is owned and operated by Mark Harada, a tattoo artist with almost 30 years of experience. Hachiko is a private, intimate studio providing custom, one-of-a-kind personalized tattoos in a comfortable environment.
Heart in Mind Tattoo | 437 Central Avenue, Jersey City
Located in Jersey City Heights, Heart in Mind Tattoo is a one-stop-shop for all things body art. The shop provides custom tattoos and body piercings. The rave reviews on Facebook mention great customer service, a friendly atmosphere, and exceptional, clean work.
Holey Moley Tattoos and Piercings | 518 Central Avenue, Jersey City
Holey Moley is a private tattoo studio in Jersey City that has a clean and professional environment with over 20 years of tattooing experience. The artists here travel statewide, participating in Villain Arts tattoo conventions with Team Fiction.
Hutton Street Tattoo | 105 Hutton Street, Jersey City
Hutton Street Tattoo is a classic street shop owned by Anthony Maglori that has been tattooing in Jersey City Heights since 2007. “Awesome little shop in the heights for traditional tattooing and more,” Chris says.
Jersey City Tattoo | 253 Newark Avenue, Jersey City
Jersey City Tattoo was brought up several times when we asked the locals about their favorite spots. They have been in business since 2007, so customers can trust that the shop has the expertise to deliver quality designs and service. Jersey City Tattoo specializes in both traditional design, as well as custom, one-of-a-kind tattoos. Adam Paterson, the shop owner, as well as artist Kevin Garetz, were highly regarded for their amazing work. “Kevin Garetz was so easy to talk to and made the whole experience awesome,” says Brittany, a Jersey City local and frequent customer of Jersey City Tattoo.
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JP Ink Studios | 353 Palisade Avenue, Jersey City
JP Ink Studio specializes in crafting stunning, one-of-a-kind tattoos that stand the test of time. The talented artists are passionate about realistic and line work tattoos and take pride in bringing a client’s vision to life.
No matter what kind of design you are thinking about committing to, you can be sure that Hudson County has plenty of great tattoo parlors providing trustworthy and quality service. Take it from the locals, customers can’t go wrong by choosing one of the options above.
Iron Bodyfit Opens First New Jersey Location in Hoboken
A fitness studio with locations in New York City, Florida, and various international cities recently opened its first New Jersey outpost in Hoboken. Iron Bodyfit, which specializes in Electrical Muscle Stimulation (EMS), made its debut on Saturday, February 15th at 104 Hudson Street, Floor 5. Read on for what we know about Iron Bodyfit's arrival in Hoboken, New Jersey.
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Opening in Hoboken
Iron Bodyfit shared with The Hoboken Girl in late January that the fitness studio would be opening in early February. Per an Instagram post, Iron Bodyfit is now open in the Mile Square as of Saturday, February 15th, 2025. The new studio is located in Hoboken at 104 Hudson Street Floor 5. This marks the fitness chain's first location in New Jersey, with others in New York City, Florida, Canada, Australia, Africa, and various European countries.
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“The launch of our first studio in New Jersey is a significant milestone for the Iron Bodyfit family,” Hadri Jaffal, Founder and CEO of Iron Bodyfit, said in a press release ahead of the opening. “Our mission has always been to make health and wellness more accessible, and this new location in Hoboken exemplifies our commitment to helping even more people lead healthier, more active lives with ease and efficiency.”
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The Hoboken studio is run by franchise partners Dellavone Taylor-Lewis and Briana Holdip.
“This is more than just a workout — it’s a way to transform how people think about health and fitness,” Taylor-Lewis said in a press release. “Our goal is to make wellness feel achievable for everyone. Hoboken residents will love the convenience, efficiency, and results.”
“Hoboken’s energy and diversity inspire us,” Holdip said in a press release. “Our studio isn’t just offering workouts; it’s creating a space where individuals can feel supported in their wellness journeys. We’re excited to see those positive changes ripple across the community.”
About Iron Bodyfit
Iron Bodyfit is an "EMS training franchise." EMS stands for Electrical Muscle Stimulation, which involves the simultaneous stimulation of eight different muscle groups combined with exercises taught by EMS technicians. Benefits of EMS training include weight loss, firming, toning, cellulite loss, and chronic pain reduction. Per the website, just 25 minutes of EMS training is the equivalent of four hours of physical activity.
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Other benefits of working out at an Iron Bodyfit gym include showers — and some free beverages and dried fruits for hydration and carbohydrates.
Since its inception in 2015 in France, Iron Bodyfit has expanded to 11 countries, with over 200 studio locations worldwide.
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Hudson County locals can schedule a free trial session at Iron Bodyfit's new Hoboken location on the website. Call 862-860-9387 or email [email protected] with any questions or for more information.
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