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Pilsen and the Loop
Two Pilsen shops a few steps apart, then a short ride to the Loop's Reckless branch.
Walkable · 3 stops · about 2.8 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. 606 Records
A bright, well-kept new and used shop with plenty of bargain bins and an owner who knows a wide range of genres.
Tip: Closed Mondays. Pilsen and Little Village are a good neighbourhood to wander for food between shops.
1808 S Allport St, Chicago, IL 60608
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM 2. Pinwheel Records
A small, cheerful Pilsen shop stocking current releases alongside original pressings of alternative and indie favourites.
Tip: A short walk from 606 Records, so pair them. Monday hours are shorter, 12 to 4pm.
1459 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM 3. Reckless Records
Chicago institution for trade-ins with a tight, well-organized selection.
Tip: They buy and trade on the spot — bring records you're ready to part with.
33 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60603, USA
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Hours and details come from public listings and may have changed. Small shops often keep short or irregular hours, so check or call before a long trip. See something wrong? Use Still open? in the app and we will look into it.
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