Record Stores in Seattle, Washington
16 stores to explore
Seattle Record Store Guide
Seattle has 16 record stores in this directory, including Fat Cat Records, Sonic Boom Records and Jive Time Records. The shops here cover used bins and crates, jazz, punk and metal, and more. The mix covers both shelf-fresh pressings and well-worn crate finds.
Best For
- Best for used bins
Heavier and underground selections
- Best for jazz
Carries Jazz
- Best for Punk & Metal
metal
- Best for new releases
Independent / used + new hybrid
If You Only Go to One Store
Small but passionate shop in Wallingford
Small shop with a niche/underground vibe. Verify address/hours prior to visiting.
More than a record shop - cozy cafe, frequent events, solid new + used racks. Great place to linger.
Small but passionate shop in Wallingford. Stacks across genres, staff eager to chat finds, frequent trade deals. The newer space on Stone Way gives more room and visibility.
Local shop known for used inventory - verify hours before visiting.
Classic neighborhood record shop - confirm hours before visiting.
Small neighborhood shop with a curated, eclectic selection.
Modest footprint but well-curated. Staff tend to know the stock well. Good stop for mid-tier finds and browsing without overwhelm.
Local shop with a broad, mixed selection. Verify hours before visiting.
Primarily a cafe with a records component - good for a quick browse while grabbing coffee.
Lower Queen Anne / Uptown area. Fresh releases and back catalog. Solid staff knowledge, reliable stop for that missing piece.
Compact shop on University Way with rotating used inventory.
Bigger shop - more new/reissue focus but still some used. Good option when you want variety.
One of Seattle's best-known shops. Solid foot traffic, deep crates, listening stations, community energy. Good mix of new and classic.
Modest but keen selection. Friendly staff, focused stock rather than huge overflow. Good stop for discoveries without overload.
Local shop in the Pike/Pine area - verify hours before visiting.
Slightly chaotic and dense. You dig among layers. Great for crate diggers hunting oddities - expect heavier genres and surprises.