Record Stores in New Orleans, Louisiana
6 stores to explore

Half thrift store, half record shop - come for the chaos, leave with something weird and cheap.
All genresBudget findsOddities

A Bayou Road gem for world music - expect deep African, Caribbean, and Latin bins with knowledgeable staff.
WorldAfrobeatReggaeLatin+2

The essential stop for Louisiana music - deep local catalog, live performances, and staff who know the scene.
New Orleans musicJazzBrass bandZydeco+2

A Bywater mainstay with solid local picks and good all-around curation - easy to combine with neighborhood exploring.
RockSoulJazzPunk+2

The city's hip-hop HQ - deep rap bins, local bounce, and a strong Black music focus.
Hip-hopR&BSoulBounce+2

Mushroom
$$A longtime Uptown fixture near Tulane - solid new releases and a reliable stop for local picks.
RockIndieJazzNOLA music+1