Record Stores in Minneapolis, Minnesota
9 record stores — last verified July 2026.
- Cheapo Records
Large used-media store on Nicollet Avenue stocking vinyl, CDs, DVDs and cassettes across genres; part of a small regional chain with roots dating to the early 1970s.
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- Disco Death Records & Coffee
An Uptown record shop and coffee bar just off Lyndale combining espresso drinks, a curated new-and-used vinyl selection, and a small photo film lab.
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- Electric Fetus
Minneapolis fixture on 4th Avenue South near downtown, selling new and used vinyl and CDs across genres alongside gifts and apparel; founded in 1968, making it one of the state's longest-running record shops.
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- Extreme Noise Records
Volunteer-run punk record co-op founded in 1994 that relocated to East Lake Street in 2026 after 26 years near Lyn-Lake; profits are reinvested into the shop and the local punk community.
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- Know Name Records
South Minneapolis neighborhood shop on Portland Avenue that has sold used vinyl and CDs since 1977 and occasionally hosts live performances.
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- Lucky Cat Records
Female-owned record, book and gift shop that opened in 2024 at 26th and Lyndale in South Minneapolis, a storefront long associated with earlier local record shops.
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- The Record Spot
A small Kingfield-neighborhood shop on 38th Street run by owner Dave Foley, stocking a tightly curated selection of used and vintage vinyl.
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- Roadrunner Records
Used-vinyl specialist in the Kingfield area of South Minneapolis, trading in rare and vintage LPs since 1986 and buying collections from sellers.
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- Small Hours
A hi-fi wine bar in Northeast Minneapolis built around Klipsch La Scala speakers and vintage Luxman turntables, spinning full LPs from a 1,000-plus record collection.
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Greater Minneapolis
Record stores in the cities and towns around Minneapolis.
Saint Paul, MN
- Agharta Records
University Avenue shop in St. Paul's Midway area with a niche stock spanning metal, prog rock, jazz, hip-hop, psychedelic and reggae.
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- Barely Brothers Records
Vinyl-only shop on Raymond Avenue in St. Paul dealing new and used LPs and 7-inches across reggae, jazz, country and Afrobeat.
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- Caydence Records & Coffee
A coffee shop and record store on Saint Paul's East Side selling new and used vinyl, CDs, and cassettes alongside espresso drinks, with a back room for live local music.
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- Cheapo Records
Snelling Avenue outpost of the Cheapo chain, carrying a broad stock of used vinyl, CDs and movies at discount prices.
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- Eclipse Records
All-vinyl new-and-used shop in downtown St. Paul near the Palace Theater, open since 1999 with an emphasis on rock, soul, funk and Prince-related releases.
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- Urban Lights Music
Minnesota's only Black-owned record store, run by owner Tim Wilson on University Avenue in St. Paul since 1993 and doubling as a space for open mics and local artist events.
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Blaine, MN
- Cheapo Records
The Blaine outpost of the Cheapo chain, trading new and used vinyl, CDs, cassettes, and DVDs alongside posters, shirts, and headphones.
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Maple Grove, MN
- Down in the Valley
The Maple Grove location of a Twin Cities chain founded in 1972, stocking new and used vinyl, CDs, and DVDs plus turntables, books, and gifts; longtime staff bought the business from its founding family in October 2025.
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Robbinsdale, MN
- Fly Vintage & Vinyl
A Robbinsdale shop pairing ultrasonic-cleaned used records, heavy on 80s new wave, punk, and classic rock, with a room of retro home decor and furniture.
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Hopkins, MN
- Mill City Sound
A two-level shop on Hopkins' Mainstreet stocking new and used vinyl across rock, jazz, hip-hop and more, plus turntables and audio gear; changed hands to new owners in 2025 after founder Rob Sheeley's death.
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Roseville, MN
- Mr Zeros
A Roseville shop trading used vinyl, CDs, and cassettes alongside retro video games, VHS, and vintage toys, with in-house repair for turntables and game consoles.
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Wayzata, MN
- Macanda HiFi
A vinyl lounge and record bar tucked behind Macanda's Latin American restaurant on Lake Minnetonka, pairing DJ sets with its own cocktail menu.
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Edina, MN
- noma hi-fi
A basement hi-fi cocktail bar near Edina's 50th & France, pairing Japanese-inspired snacks with vinyl and DJ sets played through McIntosh amplifiers and Klipsch Cornwall speakers.
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St. Louis Park, MN
- SolSta Records
A St. Louis Park shop selling new and vintage vinyl along with cassettes, CDs, and used stereo gear; it also runs a small retro arcade during store hours.
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Burnsville, MN
- South Metro Music
A Burnsville record shop south of the river carrying new and used vinyl and CDs, plus stereo equipment, with shelf space set aside for local artists' work.
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White Bear Lake, MN
- White Bear Lake Records
A White Bear Lake shop buying and selling used and new vinyl, vintage stereo gear, CDs, and cassettes, with additional stock listed on eBay, Discogs, and MusicStack.
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Frequently asked questions
How many record stores are in Minneapolis, Minnesota?
Minneapolis, Minnesota has 9 record stores in the directory, last verified July 2026.
Are the record stores in Minneapolis independently verified?
9 of the 9 record stores in Minneapolis carry our "Verified" stamp, meaning at least two independent, dated sources back the listing.
Are there listening bars or vinyl cafes in Minneapolis?
Yes — 4 of Minneapolis's record stores double as a bar, cafe, or combo space: Disco Death Records & Coffee, Electric Fetus, Lucky Cat Records, Small Hours.