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Milwaukee Avenue: Avondale Trio
Three record shops within a few blocks of Milwaukee Avenue in Avondale, from a toy-and-vinyl hybrid to two established dig spots.
Walkable · 3 stops · about 1.3 miles. Every stop is close enough to walk. The whole route is about 3 miles or less, so you can leave the car behind. What do route types mean?
The 3 stops
1. Bric-a-Brac Records & Collectibles
Colorful Milwaukee Avenue shop that mixes mostly new vinyl with toys, posters and nostalgic collectibles, with a bakery counter on site.
Tip: Pairs easily with Record Breakers and Meteor Gem a short walk along Milwaukee Avenue.
2845 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM 2. Record Breakers
An Avondale shop with new and used vinyl, cassettes, books and pins, and a resident dog. Known for its under-shelf bargain boxes.
Tip: Dig the bargain boxes under the shelves if you have time. Weekend hours open earlier at 10am.
2935 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60618
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM 3. Meteor Gem
A metal, hardcore and underground specialist with a knowledgeable owner, local hardcore vinyl and merch.
Tip: Open Friday to Sunday only, 11am to 7pm.
3082 N Elston Ave Ste A, Chicago, IL 60618
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday Closed Thursday Closed Friday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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