July 11, 2026

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The best record stores in Cincinnati

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This guide ranks the 5 best-rated independent record shops in Cincinnati. There are more across the metro — search the full Vinyl Radar world directory for every store.

9 independent shops, ranked by the collectors who dig them — every one 4.8★ or higher on Google.

9 stores · 4.8 avg · 100% independent

Cincinnati's independent record shops — the 9 highest-rated in the city, ranked by real Google reviews from the diggers who shop them. 9 shops worth planning a day around.

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Where to dig — the 9 stores

Each store below has its rating, area and how to get there. All 9 are independent and 4.8★ or higher on Google — tap any store for its full profile with opening hours, what you'll find and what visitors mention.

4.7 · 1,180

Omega Music

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Record store in E 5th St, Cincinnati — rated 4.7/5 across 1,180 Google reviews.

E 5th St · 318 E 5th St, Dayton, OH 45402, USA

Website Map+1 937-275-9949

4.8 · 933

Shake It Records

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Record store in Hamilton Ave #1, Cincinnati — rated 4.8/5 across 933 Google reviews.

Hamilton Ave #1 · 4156 Hamilton Ave #1, Cincinnati, OH 45223, USA

Map+1 513-591-0123

4.8 · 914

Everybody's Records

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Record store in Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati — rated 4.8/5 across 914 Google reviews.

Montgomery Rd · 6106 Montgomery Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45213, USA

Map+1 513-531-4500

4.8 · 795

Plaid Room Records

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Record store in W Loveland Ave, Cincinnati — rated 4.8/5 across 795 Google reviews.

W Loveland Ave · 122 W Loveland Ave, Loveland, OH 45140, USA

Website Map+1 513-583-1843

4.9 · 461

HAIL - RECORDS & ODDITIES

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Record store in Main St, Cincinnati — rated 4.9/5 across 461 Google reviews.

Main St · 720 Main St, Covington, KY 41011, USA

Website Map+1 859-261-0107

4.7 · 287

Jet Age Records

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Record store in Monmouth St, Cincinnati — rated 4.7/5 across 287 Google reviews.

Monmouth St · 817 Monmouth St, Newport, KY 41071, USA

Website Map+1 859-916-5466

4.7 · 254

Spiral Groove Records

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Record store in B Main St, Cincinnati — rated 4.7/5 across 254 Google reviews.

B Main St · 215B Main St, Milford, OH 45150, USA

Website Map+1 513-600-8018

4.9 · 95

Three Feather Records

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Record store in Magie Ave, Cincinnati — rated 4.9/5 across 95 Google reviews.

Magie Ave · 1105 Magie Ave, Fairfield, OH 45014, USA

Website Map+1 513-816-7361

4.8 · 58

Feel It Record Shop

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Record store in Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati — rated 4.8/5 across 58 Google reviews.

Ludlow Ave · 356 Ludlow Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220, USA

Map+1 513-291-3322

Frequently asked

What is the best record store in Cincinnati?

Omega Music is the highest-rated with 1,180 Google reviews at 4.7/5. Shake It Records and Everybody's Records are also among the best.

How many record stores are in Cincinnati?

This guide ranks the 9 best-rated independent record shops in Cincinnati. There are more across the metro — search the full Vinyl Radar world directory for every store.

Do Cincinnati record shops sell secondhand vinyl?

Most independent shops carry both new and secondhand vinyl. Open each store's profile for its categories, services and opening hours.

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The best record stores in Cincinnati

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