Vinyl Radar · New York
The 10 best record stores in New York
From East Village crate legends to Brooklyn tastemakers — the independent vinyl shops worth the subway ride, ranked by the collectors who dig them.
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New York's record scene spans the East Village and Lower East Side to Greenpoint, Bushwick and Red Hook — deep crates across funk, soul, jazz, house and rock. Ten shops worth planning a day around.
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Where to dig — the 10 stores
Manhattan's East Village and Lower East Side and Brooklyn's Greenpoint and Bushwick hold the highest concentration. Each store below has its rating, neighbourhood and how to get there.
Frequently asked
What is the best record store in New York?
A-1 Record Shop in the East Village is the classic for funk, soul, jazz and hip-hop. For Brooklyn, For The Record in Greenpoint and Record Shop in Red Hook are among the highest-rated. Westsider Records is the Upper West Side institution.
Which area is best for record shopping in NYC?
Manhattan's East Village / Lower East Side (A-1, Stranded, Paradise of Replica, Rotten Island) has the densest cluster. In Brooklyn, Greenpoint and Bushwick lead.
Do New York record shops sell secondhand vinyl?
Most do. A-1, Westsider and Record City are known for deep used stock — bring time and cash to dig.
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