The 5 best tattoo spots in Nashville

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Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top tattoo spots around Nashville, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to venture next time you're in the market for tattoo.

1. Black 13 Tattoo Parlor

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Topping the list is Black 13 Tattoo Parlor. Located at 209 10th Ave. S in Citizens Protecting Revitalization, the tattoo spot is the highest-rated tattoo shop in Nashville, boasting 4.5 stars out of 89 reviews on Yelp.

2. Kustom Thrills Tattoo

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Next up is Lockeland Springs' Kustom Thrills Tattoo, situated at 1000 Main St., Suite 107. With 4.5 stars out of 65 reviews on Yelp, the tattoo spot has proved to be a local favorite.

3. Gold Club Electric Tattoo

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East End's Gold Club Electric Tattoo, located at 1008 C Woodland St., is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the tattoo spot 4.5 stars out of 47 reviews.

4. Electric Hand Tattoo

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Electric Hand Tattoo, a tattoo spot in Eastwood, is another much-loved go-to, with five stars out of 14 Yelp reviews. Head over to 913 Gallatin Ave. to see for yourself.

5. One Drop Ink Tattoo Parlour

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Over in Fisk - Meharry, check out One Drop Ink Tattoo Parlour, which has earned 4.5 stars out of 15 reviews on Yelp. You can find the tattoo and piercing spot at 1511 Jefferson St.

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