McNabb's Tattoo & Fine Art
Voted Boise's best tattoo and piercing shop year after year, our commitment to excellence both in our craft and in our customer service is second-to-none. With the latest equipment, friendly and knowledgeable staff, and an emphasis on safety and hygiene, we make the tattoo and piercing experience a painless experience... Well, as painless as possible anyway!
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Boise's Best Tattoo & Piercing Studio
Boise’s Favorite Tattoo & Piercing Studio - Where Passion Meets Precision
Let’s be real, you don’t get voted Boise’s favorite tattoo parlor just by accident. At McNabb’s Tattoo & Piercing, this isn’t just a job. It’s an art form, a lifestyle, and yeah, a little bit of an obsession.
Since opening our doors in 2017, we’ve completed thousands of tattoos and piercings for people all over the Treasure Valley and beyond. With 100+ years of combined experience under our roof, our crew of artists brings creativity, precision, and serious dedication to every piece of body art we create.
From bold blackwork to soft realism, fine line to full-color sleeves, we specialize in custom tattoos and professional body piercing in a studio that’s as clean as it is welcoming. Whether you're coming in for your first piercing or your next full back piece, you're in good hands (with steady needles).
But we’re more than just skin deep. We also offer fine art originals, limited edition prints, and exclusive McNabb’s merch you won’t find anywhere else.
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Check out our artist portfolios, see what we’re all about, and when you're ready, hit us up to book your appointment. Walk-ins welcome (when available), but scheduling ahead is the best way to lock in your spot.
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- Destiny did a great job on my piercing! She was super precise and redid the marking multiple times before she pierced to make sure she got it in the right spot! I’m super happy with it! If I have the opportunity to go back, I will! Also super clean, they cleaned the area before piercing it and rinsed it with saline after, and they have saline you can get for caring for it afterwards too!
Katy Michels10/18/2026 - Guys, this is my new favorite shop. Not only did Beau do a wonderful job on me and my sister-in-law's matching tattoos, but he was so communicative and so easy to figure things out with, and he was such a joy to be around! I will most definitely be coming back with other projects.
Kristina Moore10/15/2026 - Eric is the man to go to for sure. Not my first tattoo from him and definitely won’t be my last. He is professional, and extremely skilled. We had a short window to work with as my brother was into visiting. He laid some kicka$$ ink down on the both of us. The shop and people as a whole were awesome as well. Strongly recommend Eric for anything you want/need. (I feel the pictures don’t do them justice)
Roy Barrera10/05/2026 - I took my daughter there to get her ears pierced years ago and am so glad I did. Clean, professional and quick with great after care instructions. Her earrings sit beautifully straight and centered and she has had no issues. Years later I got my second tattoo since my first one 20 years ago. My artist was calming, it was so clean, and he knew what he was doing. Once again great after care instructions and follow up, and a week later and I am so happy with my tattoo and how it healing. Beautiful lines, I even needed a triangle with straight lines the he did them perfectly. Highly recommend.
Marisa M10/05/2026 - I went there after the passing of my daughter to get a commemorative piece done. Jared Howell absolutely crushed it! There were three other family members all getting vastly different tattoos done as well. He took the time with each of us to ensure our vision of what we wanted and needed out of our new ink was met. It was son’s first tattoo and Jared took extra time to walk him through the process. The shop was clean and the staff were friendly. Absolutely fantastic experience.
Heath Otto10/02/2026 - Me and my mom came in on September 29th and got matching tattoos done by Jared he was amazing. It was my first tattoo and I was super comfortable throughout the entire session. He really took his time to make sure everything was perfect and exactly how we wanted it, I am seriously obsessed with how my tattoo turned out. I would definitely recommend him to anyone looking to get a tattoo he is extremely talented I will definitely be back for more!!
Faith Villegas10/01/2026 - Shaun McNabb absolutely knocked my American flag and Liberty tattoo out of the park! I had a vision for a piece that means a lot to me, and he brought it to life on my arm with incredible detail, clean lines, and serious skill. The quality of his work speaks for itself. Every time I look at it, I’m blown away all over again.Shaun, thank you for putting your talent into something I’ll be proud to wear for the rest of my life. If you’re looking for an artist who can take an idea and make it hit harder than you imagined, go see Shaun at McNabb Tattoo in Boise. Five stars doesn’t feel like enough.
Brent Howard9/24/2026 - Got my ear lobes pierced by them and they did a great job! The person who pierced my ears (I'm so sorry I forgot the name 🫣) walked me through the process as she was doing it and made sure I was comfortable the whole time! She was also very helpful in making sure I knew how to take care of them to help with healing. Considering a second lobe piercing when my fresh ones heal! 🤗Riley Rowe9/13/2026
- Destiny has pierced me three times now and each time the experience has been wonderful!! Her work is amazing and being a walk in it’s always been super quick!! the atmosphere and people working are always so polite and willing to answer questions and i will continue to come for the rest of my piercing needs❤️izzy9/13/2026
- Super nice place with such a great vibe! Everyone is incredibly friendly and welcoming, and the artists are seriously talented. I booked with Paul McNabb and had an amazing experience. He’s incredibly skilled, easy to work with, and you can tell he really takes pride in what he does. I felt comfortable the entire time and absolutely love the work he did. I’d definitely recommend Paul and the shop to anyone looking for a talented artist and a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. Still a work in progressHaley Waitman9/12/2026
- Jared is the best! He gave me and my bestfriend matching tattoos and was the best service I’ve ever experienced with a tattoo artist! We talked like we knew eachother for years lol. Definitely recommend coming here especially to Jared best customer service ever and his work is AMAZING if I could give it 100 stars I would but im stuck with the 5 stars ! Thank you Jared !Alicia Rojas9/10/2026
- I had such a great experience with Destiny! She was really professional, gentle, and super nice throughout the whole ear-piercing process. She made me feel comfortable and was very patient. I’m really happy with how my piercings turned out and would definitely recommend her to anyone looking to get pierced!Dana Nitti9/06/2026
- Beau did an amazing job on my tattoo! He was very helpful with the design and gave me exactly what I wanted. The tattoo looks awesome and Beau's a really cool guy. I drove to Boise and was a walk in and they did a great job accommodating me and my boyfriend. I would definitely recommend this place and I'm very happy with their service!!😁Klara Madsen9/06/2026
- I had a super great experience. I just got my first tattoo from McNabbs and I learned about how to take care of it, I asked a bunch of questions, they were happy to answer, the artist was amazing, friendly, super helpful, knew what he was doing, and made sure I was comfortable. I plan on coming here more often.Ciara9/05/2026
- This was not just a great tattoo experience but a great customer service experience overall. I was only in Boise for three days and I really wanted to come in for a tattoo. Most of their customers book a month or more in advance and I called at the last minute with only a two day window to work with. I ended up calling on Tuesday and was able to get in to see Jared on Wednesday. I had explained what I wanted and by the time I got there, he already had everything sketched out for me. His rendering was way better than what my inspiration photo was. I was done before I knew it and he was very thorough and clear with the aftercare instructions. Everything was super clean and everyone was just as friendly in person as they were over the phone. If I'm ever back here, I'll definitely be stopping in.Regina Romeo8/26/2026
- I had such a great experience getting my ear piercing done by Destiny! She was super sweet, professional, and made me feel comfortable throughout the whole process. She took her time, explained everything, and did an amazing job! 💕✨I’m so happy with how it turned out. Definitely recommend Destiny if you’re thinking about getting a piercing! 🥰💎Catalina Macias8/25/2026
- I came here for my first Tattoo and had a great time. My artist was Braydon. Very personable and friendly. Worked with me on my idea and answered any questions I had. The Tattoo was better then I imagined and it took less time then expected and cost less too. I would definitely recommend Mcnabbs tattoo & Piercing, and specifically Braydon!Clark Kent7/25/2026
- Just finnished up with a big shoulder piece here at Mc Nabbs with Shaun McNabb.10 hrs total spread over 3 days.I'm very pleased with the outcome. It's exactly what I wanted. He had to also go over a small existing tattoo from a while back and he blended it perfect. I'm going back for another in a few months and I feel like I don't have to look for another shop as long as they are still around.All the staff were very welcoming and not pushy..let me find the perfect artist for my piece.I looked thru all the portfolios and there is real talent in this shop. Even the apprentice he has was doing great work.Thank you to all McNabbs staff and especially Shaun for a great experience and awesome conversation. Had alot of laughs.5 stars without a doubtPatrick Gehring7/15/2026
- Shout out Destiny!! I thought my nipple piercing had closed cause I couldn’t fit my jewelry through after I had my piercing out for a while but turns out it was not closed and she was able to taper it to get the piercing through! So stoked I didn’t have to get it pierced and glad I didn’t try tapering on my own. I’ll def come back here for any future piercings or tattoos, very friendly vibes in theresyona joy ball7/12/2026
- Great job by Beau on my tattoo at Bike Night hosted by the Harley Dealership in Meridian, Idaho. We were visiting from Missouri and they had a flash tattoo sale. Beau made an exception to do mine off a picture sent from a friend. He ended up doing another close to 15-20 of the same tattoo that night for other members of our Black Sheep Motorcycle Ministry for Christ group. We had our bi-annual Gathering in Meridian and our last event was the bike night.Thanks again Beau!Ken Rice6/27/2026
- My daughter and I had a great experience here yesterday. I went in for a tattoo appointment with Joslyn. A wonderful apprentice there. She was going to do a shade tattoo on me. Unfortunately, after warning her about my neurological disorder and that my daughter was there to cue her if I was going to have one her mentor would not allow her to tattoo me. But lucky for my daughter I was able to give my appointment to her. Joslyn was quick to create a whole new design with my daughter and got straight to work. She has great technique and a really steady hand. Her artistic eye really shows. She's definitely in the right line of work and I know she going places. She did an amazing job and we will be back for a second appointment. The shop has a great atmosphere and everyone was really nice and welcoming. It was clean and very accessible. Even for me as I am handicapped and require a walker everywhere I go. I was able to access everywhere in the shop.Dannielle Ryals6/26/2026
- Stopped in on a total whim and spoke to Beau about a wedding band tattoo. (I already have several tattoos from other local studios and I keep losing my wedding ring.)I was shocked to experience such excellent customer service, thought and seriousness over such a small piece. Beau provided lots of information, knowledge and recommendations about hand / finger tattoos and offered to make time for me on the spot. He also researched my request and came up with a game plan to get me exactly what I wanted.The process was a total breeze, and the customer service was “above and beyond”Can’t say enough positive things about Beau and this Studio. Also, ALL of the artist portfolios looked very impressive and now I’m even considering getting more ink by Beau and some of the other artists there.Final impression,…Anything less, is everything else.Antonio Libutti6/21/2026
- Beau was amazing! Had a walk in last week and Beau was super friendly and professional. He worked with my schedule and we discussed my tattoo thoroughly the whole way through so I was very impressed with his final product. Now I want a full sleeve and will be going to McNabbs to finish the job. Thanks Beau!Jake child6/19/2026
- Came in for a tattoo of an iris and fox in memory of my mom and grandpa, Beau went well above and beyond my expectations in his attention to detail on the outline and shading for the iris, my late mom’s favorite flower. Excellent work and a super friendly atmosphere make getting permanent art a wonderful experience here!Bryan OHara6/14/2026
- We had the pleasure of having Beau do some matching fine line tattoos for my friend and I. He was so kind during the booking process and in the chair, and did an incredible job bringing our vision and memory to life. We are coming back from the most memorable girls trip, and this was a beautiful way to capture it. I can can’t wait to come back for the next one, and see what Beau designs. 1000/10 recommend!Aubrey Slaughter6/11/2026
- Came from Oregon to get a tattoo for my birthday. I was pretty nervous as it was my first one, but instantly felt better after getting to know the staff. They were extremely welcoming and very fun to be around!Beau did an awesome job on my fine line design. It looked better than I imagined once it was done, and the amount of care he showed was admirable. Definitely will be coming back!Giavanna Savage6/07/2026
- I had a great experience at McNabb's Tattoo Shop! The entire staff was welcoming, friendly, and made me feel comfortable from the moment I walked in. The atmosphere was laid-back and relaxed, which made the whole experience even better.A special shout-out to Joslyn, who did my tattoo. Her attention to detail is incredible, and her line work is absolutely beautiful. You can tell she takes pride in her craft and genuinely cares about the quality of her work. I couldn't be happier with how my tattoo turned out and can't recommend her enough!Thank you to everyone at McNabb's for the hospitality, professionalism, and beautiful tattoo. I'll definitely be back!Bobbie Jo Roberts6/06/2026
- Beau was super great to work with! Loved everyone at McNabbs! Came over from Oregon so our daughter could get her first tattoo for her birthday. Beau accommodated our travel time and executed her fine line tattoo perfectly! On a whim our niece got a tattoo, husband got some touch ups and then a conch piercing for our other daughter. Thanks for working your artistic magic and providing excellent customer service. We will be back!Tawny Savage6/06/2026
- My piercer was Destiny and I could not recommend her more! She's an excellent professional and I felt very comfortable with her.She really took her time with me and answered every question I had with patience and kindness!5 stars across the board for Destiny!I will be returning to Destiny for more piercings soon!Lissa Rose6/02/2026
- I just want to say, no tattoo was done but communication was perfect.I’m not going to go into details with what happened with the artist, but when I reached out to the owner it was handled.The owner was so nice, so respectful and when I came back in, he treated me with such respect and still made me feel welcomed.For that, I feel a 5 star review is needed.Thank you for responding back. I appreciate it.Teri Luckey5/30/2026
- Beau was amazing! Not only did he put some badass art on my arm, but he made great company too. We chatted throughout the session. When he was complete, I was all smiles and thank yous.The shop is chill. I was welcomed as soon as I walked in. The artists were friendly. It seemed like a group of good friends. I’ll definitely be back.Antonia Lemos5/18/2026
- Destiny did so amazing she calmed my 8 year old down so much while getting her ears peirced, I am so proud to say that I will use this place for tattoos and piercings till the day I die. Staff is truly amazing and so kind to everyone, they are very welcoming and they have the best deals on holidays.Megan Emmons5/17/2026
- Paul McNabb is a highly talented artist with a remarkable ability to translate his clients vision into an immaculate work of art. After spending an unforgettable time in South Africa, coming face to face with one of the most intriguing creatures on earth - the leopard - Paul, through his mastery of realism, brought that experience back to life for me. If you look into the eyes of this magnificent creature long enough, you can truly feel the connection. Thank you Paul, for honoring me with such a brilliant piece, my friend. Here's to the continued success of you, your staff and the business - so richly deserved.C T5/13/2026
- Braydon did such a phenomenal job for my sons first tattoo experience! He really took time to understand the purpose, thoughts, and intentions behind my sons vision and made something so much better than he could have hoped for. Nothing beats an original piece of art that truly means something to someone and Braydon really captured that. We definitely will be back to see him again for more work!Raven Wolf5/11/2026
- My experience receiving my tattoo was exceptional. I was immediately put at ease by being so well informed before, during, and after the process. I could tell that the process was going smoothly and knew it would look incredible. This was a very emotional day for me and I was a mess, because it was April 30th, what would have been my dog Mattie's 11th birthday. She passed away the day before Thanksgiving and I have been struggling to function ever since. The tattoo looks amazing, and sometime during the process I had some kind of spiritual experience. Although I am still struggling with the loss and miss her badly, some part of the burden that's been holding me down has been lifted, and I wanna thank Paul from the bottom of my heart for this masterpiece rendition of Mattie, it helps me to remember the love.Dennis Merrick5/09/2026
- This was my first tattoo and Braydon made the entire process so perfect and memorable. he not only did an absolutely amazing job on the tattoo itself but was incredibly helpful and patient with us while designing the tattoo. he was a super chill and fun person to be around and joke around with. will definitely go to him for all future tattoo work! so happy with full experience 🙂Camilla Romer5/05/2026
- Best Tattoo shop in Boise! McNabbs Tattoo shop is clean and professional. It’s definitely not like other tattoo shops. From the moment you walk in, it’s a vibe. Beau executed An amazing black and gray realism tattoo that defies gravity. This shop is truly unique, the artist promote each other when it comes to certain art styles. It felt like family and I can’t wait to come back.Sarah Quinn5/05/2026
- Working with Beau was an exceptional experience from start to finish. I came in with a general vision, and he transformed it into something far more detailed, meaningful, and visually striking than I could have imagined. His ability to bring ideas to life with precision and artistry truly sets him apart. What stood out most was Beau’s attention to detail and his commitment to understanding exactly what I wanted. He approached the entire process with professionalism, patience, and genuine care, ensuring that every element of the design felt intentional and well-executed. I felt comfortable and confident throughout, knowing I was in highly skilled hands.The final piece is more than just a tattoo—it’s something truly special. I’m so grateful for Beau’s talent and the care he puts into his work, and I would highly recommend him to anyone looking for a skilled and thoughtful artist.Madi Crain5/05/2026
- I went in to get some ink therapy from my boy Beau Woodward. I have known this artist a year now and the things that I have seen this man do is short of perfect in my eyes. He’s professional, passionate and number one, he wants every client to leave his chair already knowing they will be back to have him do more. As soon as he finishes my shoulder piece I’ll show the pics, you’ll see what I mean. He’s clean, precise and these are just some of the things that make him great.Marcos DeLaPaz5/04/2026












































































