Red Rocket Tattoo

Red Rocket Tattoo Red Rocket Tattoo is the friendliest premier tattoo and piercing studio in the heart of NYC's Midtown. Creative. Professional. Open. Clean. Inclusive.
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Walk ins welcome! Check out RedRocketTattoo.com for more info and our amazing artist's portfolios! Red Rocket Tattoo, located in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, is the second incarnation of a world-renowned studio established by owner Mike Bellamy 14 years ago. Changing the studio name in 2006, Red Rocket Tattoo has grown in popularity and prowess and now boasts a staff of fresh and highly talented artists as well as a few salty dogs to round out the bunch. Open 7 days a week, our style runs the gamut from super fine portraits to new school/old school adaptations to Japanese-influenced and custom ideas of all flavors. Our artists come from many different art school backgrounds, completed degree programs and have studied and tattooed with the best of the best in studios and conventions around the world. Our tattoo work, paintings and drawings have been published in tattoo and art magazines worldwide and we have all participated in fine art gallery exhibitions. All of our artists are licensed by the City of New York Department of Health and have been educated in the area of blood borne pathogens, cross contamination and sterilization. We have worked with the New York Tattoo Convention as a liaison between artists and City Health board. We have a relaxed living room atmosphere and music to match the eclectic tastes of our artists. Our clients are from all walks of life, and as long as you are of age- we are looking forward to working closely with you to design and professionally apply a lasting & amazing tattoo that you will be proud to show off! This is not your ordinary walk-in-and-pick-off-the-wall kind of studio.

Savor this tasty selection of fine and smooth custom tattoos from Queens born NY Chris Tattoo!•Specializing in custom fi...
09/09/2026

Savor this tasty selection of fine and smooth custom tattoos from Queens born NY Chris Tattoo!
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Specializing in custom fineline tattoos sizes Large, Medium, Small and Teeny Tiny to fit your tattoo needs.
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You can get tattooed by Chris or stop by Red Rocket Tattoo, in Midtown Manhattan, to say hi and pet the puppy - Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 12-7:00!
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DM Chris Murphy - NYC Tattoo Artist LGBTQ+ Friendly for appointments or free consultations.

https://www.nychristattoo.com/
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Take advantage of a Labor Day day off and get that tattoo you’ve been wanting and waiting for so long!•American and Japa...
09/05/2026

Take advantage of a Labor Day day off and get that tattoo you’ve been wanting and waiting for so long!
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American and Japanese traditional, black and grey realism, portraits, pet portraits, fineline tattoos, custom tattoos while you wait!
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30+ years tattooing in Midtown Manhattan and the world.
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Walk-ins are welcome. Appointments preferred.
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Professional piercing and Ear Design by Nathalie LaPiercer M, Th, F, S. 2:00-7:00!
Implant grade titanium jewelry.
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Open every day at noon.
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The Boss is Dead! Incredible mafia inspired black and grey realism sleeve by Andres Flu / tattoo NYC at Red Rocket Tatto...
09/04/2026

The Boss is Dead!

Incredible mafia inspired black and grey realism sleeve by Andres Flu / tattoo NYC at Red Rocket Tattoo NYC! Currently in progress, this detailed sleeve tattoo has taken 4 sessions of 6 hours each to get this far. Stay tuned to see the fully completed sleeve!

You can find Andrés Flu in Midtown Manhattan Monday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday 12:00-7:00.
DM Andres Flu / tattoo NYC to schedule consultations or appointments.

09/04/2026

Front row seat to this unique conch piercing process by Nathalie La Piercer!

Bejeweled and sparkly, this implant grade titanium jewelry really makes a stunning statement for men or women.

Nathalie is ready for you Monday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday form 2:00-7:00.

DM La Piercer - Piercing in NYC for free consultations or appointments at Red Rocket Tattoo NYC in Midtown Manhattan.

Tebori Cherry blossoms tattoo done on Rodrigo, by Rodrigo! Definition: The word tebori means “to hand carve” (te for han...
09/02/2026

Tebori Cherry blossoms tattoo done on Rodrigo, by Rodrigo!

Definition: The word tebori means “to hand carve” (te for hand, bori for carve).

Technique: The artist uses a rhythmic, manual poking and digging motion rather than an electric motor.

Japanese and American Traditional tattoos, large scale or small done at Red Rocket Tattoo in Midtown Manhattan.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday. 12:00-7:00.

Book your appointment or free consultation with RodrigoSaavedraTattoo

08/30/2026

Walk-in tattoos are welcome every day starting at noon. Walk-in Piercings M, Th,F,$ 2:00-7:00.
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First come first served in Midtown Manhattan! Professional.
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Experienced. 30+ years in New York
City and worldwide.
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08/27/2026

Come meet our new incredible guest artist straight from Italy, Edoardo Taglioretti — Edo Tag, an Italian tattoo artist bringing bold color and a distinctive style to every piece.

Tattooing since 2014, Edo specializes in New School and Bio-Organic tattooing, combining vibrant color, strong anatomy and imaginative forms to create original work with real personality.

For Edo, the best tattoos start with the client. Your ideas, passions and stories become the foundation for something unique — designed specifically for you and brought to life in his unmistakable style.

Looking for something colorful, original and completely your own? Meet Edo Tag this September 14, 15, and 16th and book something memorable!

Guardian Spirit by Mike Bellamy - Tattoo NYC! •This original take on a traditional design was done in New York City . Pe...
08/27/2026

Guardian Spirit by Mike Bellamy - Tattoo NYC!
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This original take on a traditional design was done in New York City . People sometimes think of traditional designs as being simple but to create these takes time , study, discipline and years of practice. Then trust between client and artist. Doing that you can get something this spectacular.
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You can meet with Mike every Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday.
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Contact Red Rocket Tattoo or Mike directly to set up an appointment or free consultation.
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It’s Knicks in Five until they prove us wrong by ๓คtt ๖r໐໓ຖคx • Tattooer • NYC •Another Tattoo celebrating one of the mo...
08/26/2026

It’s Knicks in Five until they prove us wrong by ๓คtt ๖r໐໓ຖคx • Tattooer • NYC
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Another Tattoo celebrating one of the most dominant runs in NBA playoff history. A team beloved by all. We are just walking distance from Madison Square Garden in Midtown Manhattan and we love getting to do more and more Knicks tattoos. Keep on coming in we have so many designs.
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You can meat Matt in New York City every Sunday , Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday.
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Contact Red Rocket Tattoo or Matt directly to set up an appointment or free consultation.
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Dragonborn by Chris Murphy - NYC Tattoo Artist LGBTQ+ Friendly •A large scale custom fineline forearm piece of a dragon....
08/25/2026

Dragonborn by Chris Murphy - NYC Tattoo Artist LGBTQ+ Friendly
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A large scale custom fineline forearm piece of a dragon. This was done in New York City after an online consultation. We are always available to work through a design with you to make it perfect.
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You can meet with Chris in Manhattan any Monday, Thursday, Friday or Saturday.
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Contact Red Rocket Tattoo or Chris Directly to set up and appointment or free consultation.
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Address

78 W 36th Street, Fl 3rd
New York, NY
10018

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 8pm
Tuesday 12pm - 8pm
Wednesday 12pm - 8pm
Thursday 12pm - 8pm
Friday 12pm - 8pm
Saturday 12pm - 8pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

(212) 736-3001

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