Custom Tattoos & Walk-ins in St. Louis

Ragtime Tattoo Shop is a professional tattoo studio in St. Louis, Missouri. We offer custom tattoos by appointment as well as walk-in services. Our experienced artists specialize in black and grey tattoos, traditional and neo-traditional designs, fine line work, portraits, cover-ups, full sleeves and large scale tattoos. Each piece is custom-crafted to bring your vision to life.

Ragtime Tattoo shop in St. Louis, Missouri.

Be heard. Feel Welcomed. Get Tattooed.

You don't just get a tattoo at Ragtime. We build real relationships with our clients. Our artists listen to your ideas, understand what you want, and work with you to get it right. When you choose Ragtime, you join a tight-knit family. We support your ideas, and we make sure you feel like you belong — in a tattoo shop that feels like home, right here in St. Louis.

Custom Tattoo Styles We Offer

Your idea is not stupid. Let's make it awesome together!

Walk in. Book ahead. Either way, we've got you!

Ragtime Tattoo Crew

Matt

Traditional • Black & Grey

Katie

Traditional • Neotrad • Line work

Mads

Black & Grey • Fine Line

Grace

Fine line • Black & Grey

Ryan

Black & Grey • Traditional

Clients Reviews

What Do People Say?

Don’t take our word for it, listen to some clients that have gotten tattooed at Ragtime. If you're curious what folks have said after sitting in the chair, here’s where you can read some of that stuff:

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Joey Chell
4 days ago
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I had an amazing experience at Ragtime Tattoo! Everyone was welcoming, the shop was clean and had a great atmosphere, and it was easy to sit there for several hours getting a beautiful custom piece. Loved making conversation the artists in the space. I was happy to find a space that felt queer-friendly as well! Special shout out to my artist Mads who just absolutely hit it out of the park on my piece. This shop has definitely scored a repeat patron! Fresh tattoo photos attached.
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Michelle Goewert
4 days ago
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Absolutely loved everything about my experience! Grace is amazing with details, making you comfortable from the moment you step in! Was very good at explaining details and made sure my tattoo was exactly what and where I wanted it!! Highly recommend Grace for your tattoo creations!!
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Stephanie Meyers
4 days ago
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I found Grace through a creator that I follow on TikTok who had just gotten these beautiful fine line tattoos. I was armed with many ideas for what I wanted (I have a list 😊). I booked a consultation, which went awesome. She was kind and thorough, and just a joy. I booked my appointment, put down a reasonable deposit, and started counting down the days. When my appointment came she was ready with size options, the stencils were laid, and the first tattoo was done so quickly that I was shocked. I was like “that was it?”. The second one was done just as quickly, they came out exactly how I wanted - and now, I just have to start saving up for the next ones so I can head back. It’s the cutest, clean shop, conveniently located, with free street parking. Pricing was fair, and again so quick!
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Anna Shipp
6 days ago
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Absolutely love my tattoo! Mads did a phenomenal job giving me exactly what I wanted.
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Amanda Halsey
6 days ago
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Katie Wade is my tattoo artist. She is great. I have had many sessions with her. The place is very professional, clean, and has very talented artists. 5 out of 5 stars.
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Megan Whitehouse
9 days ago
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Loved my experience at ragtime tattoos. Mads is the best!!
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Robin Koch
19 days ago
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I got in with Mads for a cover up hand tattoo. She did an amazing job, I couldn’t be happier. She turned something I hated into something I love!
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Chloe Hines
24 days ago
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Awesome shop, very warm welcoming environment. Will be returning 😁
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Maddie Shakin
25 days ago
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Awesome work done by Katie/Kathleen! She was super kind and did great work! -first time going to the shop and it won’t be the last!! All the workers I met were very welcoming and nice as well!!
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Alexis Hudson
29 days ago
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Grace did a phenomenal job with my tattoo! I already had an existing piece that I wanted to add to but make new work feel cohesive and intentional. Grace made sure I liked everything and made me feel comfortable to speak up about anything I didn’t like or want to change. The tattoo process itself was great, they offered drinks and snacks, and we took breaks as needed. I am so happy with the outcome and have a new love for my old tattoo. I 100% would come back and get another tattoo done by Grace!

BOOK YOUR CUSTOM TATTOO OR WALK-IN

APPOINTMENT TATTOO

All custom work is by appointment. When you fill out this form, it goes straight to the Ragtime Tattoo staff. We will contact you to set up a  consultation and/or a tattoo appointment.

WALK-IN TATTOO

Walk-ins are welcome when artists have time available. Call or text us ahead of time to check for an opening.