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Vinyl Listening Bars, Cafes and Coffee Houses
Places to sit down, have a drink or a coffee and hear records played on a good sound system, from Tokyo jazz kissa to Brooklyn hi-fi bars and Seoul LP bars. 107 venues in 11 countries, hand-picked for strong reviews. 24 of them also sell records.
Kissa (喫茶): where the idea comes from
Kissa is Japanese for a coffee house (short for kissaten). In a jazz kissa or listening kissa, the owner chooses the records, a serious hi-fi system fills the room and guests come to sit and listen, often quietly. The tradition grew in the decades after the war, when imported records and good audio gear were expensive. It is the root of today's listening bars, vinyl cafes and record-shop bars, from Tokyo and Kyoto to Brooklyn, São Paulo and Seoul.
How The Vinyl Vine carries the idea: many crawls end with a Last Stop Suggestion, a nearby room to sit down with a record playing; venues carry their own badge (listening bar, vinyl cafe or record shop and bar) with an also sells vinyl tag; and listening-bar crawls such as the Seoul Kissa Trail string the best rooms together.
What is a listening bar?
A listening bar is built around the music: a record collection, a serious sound system and a room where people come to listen. The idea traces back to Japan's jazz kissa and music bars. Many are small, some ask you to keep your voice down, and several charge a small cover or take cash only. We note that in each listing when reviewers mention it.
Do they sell vinyl?
Some are also record shops or cafes with records for sale, and those are marked also sells vinyl. For the rest, we found no sign of sales, so ask at the bar.
Last Stop Suggestion
In the app, many crawls end with a Last Stop Suggestion: a nearby listening bar for the evening after the digging. Crawls with one:
- London Soho SessionLondon, UK
- Tokyo: Harajuku to ShibuyaTokyo, Japan
- Soho: Berwick Street and Marshall StreetLondon, UK
- Finnieston to the West EndGlasgow, UK
- Bushwick to Ridgewood RunNew York, NY
- Bed-Stuy to Flatbush Soul RunNew York, NY
- Red Hook to Prospect HeightsNew York, NY
- Miami: Allapattah to KendallMiami, FL
- Highland Park to Eagle Rock DigLos Angeles, CA
- Hollywood to Melrose CrawlLos Angeles, CA
- North Beach Basement DigsSan Francisco, CA
- Newtown CrawlSydney, Australia
- Shibuya Deep DiveTokyo, Japan
- Shimokitazawa CrawlTokyo, Japan
- Osaka: Umeda to ShinsaibashiOsaka, Japan
- Kyoto CrawlKyoto, Japan
- Kreuzberg Bergmannkiez CrawlBerlin, Germany
- Neukölln Soul and House CrawlBerlin, Germany
- Paris 11e: Bastille to OberkampfParis, France
- Mexico City: Roma and Condesa RunMexico City, Mexico
- São Paulo: Galeria do Rock and RepúblicaSão Paulo, Brazil
- São Paulo: Galeria Nova BarãoSão Paulo, Brazil
- São Paulo: Vila Madalena to PinheirosSão Paulo, Brazil
- São Paulo: Augusta, Paulista and SumaréSão Paulo, Brazil
- Rio: Maracanã and TijucaRio de Janeiro, Brazil
- Seoul: Euljiro Record HuntSeoul, South Korea
- Seoul: Hongdae and SinchonSeoul, South Korea
- Seoul: Itaewon VinylSeoul, South Korea
- Seoul: Myeongdong to JongnoSeoul, South Korea
- Jeju: Island Vinyl DriveJeju, South Korea
Listening bar crawls
- Tokyo: Shibuya to Ebisu Listening Bars7 bars
- Tokyo: Shinjuku and Waseda After Dark4 bars
- Tokyo: Ginza Vinyl Bars2 bars
- Tokyo: Shimokitazawa Late Night2 bars
- Kyoto: Four Listening Bars4 bars
- Osaka: Umeda to Nipponbashi Listening Bars5 bars
- Brooklyn Listening Bars3 bars
- Berlin: Kreuzberg to Neukölln Listening2 bars
- Barcelona: Gràcia Hi-Fi Bars2 bars
- São Paulo: Listening Bars4 bars
- Seoul: Hongdae and Mangwon Listening Bars5 bars
- Seoul: Jongno and Euljiro Kissa Trail5 bars
- Seoul: Gangnam Listening Bars2 bars
- Busan: Listening Bars from Busanjin to Haeundae4 bars
- Mexico City: Listening Bars5 bars
- Mexico City: Vinyl Cafes4 bars
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South Korea (29)
Seoul
Objktt Record Coffee & Bar
Fourth-floor Myeongdong coffee and cocktail bar playing great music from late morning, with friendly staff.
Tip: Open daily from 11:30 AM; look for the fourth floor.
South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Myeongdong 8ga-gil, 58 4층
Hours
Monday 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM Tuesday 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM Wednesday 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM Thursday 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM Friday 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM Saturday 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM Sunday 11:30 AM - 11:30 PM Kompakt Record Bar
Small, cozy Apgujeong listening bar with a nice music selection, well-made cocktails and friendly staff.
Tip: Open from 7 PM. Very small room.
46 Dosan-daero 25-gil, Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Hyundai Card Music Library
Listening library in Itaewon with a deep vinyl collection across all genres and quiet corners to hear it. Reviewers describe free entry and a space full of music history.
Tip: One reviewer was turned away at the door over a membership or barcode check, so look up the entry rules before you go.
246 Itaewon-ro, Yongsan District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Clique Records
Third-floor Euljiro shop with a distinctive selection of club records, including instrumental dance music, and local-label picks from an English-speaking owner. It turns into a bar at night.
Tip: Closed Mondays. Ask the owner about local labels.
South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Eulji-ro 12-gil, 8 삼진빌딩 3층
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM House of Vinyl Mangwon
Mangwon cafe styled like a vintage living room, with LPs playing in rotation, a wall of records and about 18 seats spread around the room.
Tip: Reviewers say you give your name to wait for a table, and that service is not geared to foreigners.
South Korea, Seoul, Mapo-gu, Huiujeong-ro 16-gil, 23 1층
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM Hell Cafe Music
Daytime listening cafe near Euljiro playing records through Tannoy Westminster speakers, with quality coffee. Reviewers stay an hour or more and praise the owners' passion.
Tip: The menu is in Korean, but the barman is friendly and will explain. Closes at 8 PM.
227-1 Jugyo-dong, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM Fizz Social Club
Jazz cafe in a vintage Euljiro building, filled with LPs, cassettes, vintage photos and jazz artwork, with hand-drip coffee and a turntable playing.
Tip: Closed Mondays. Reviewers recommend it for a quiet read as much as the music.
51-4 Eulji-ro 35-gil, Jung District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM Thursday 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM Friday 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM Saturday 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM Sunday 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM Vinyl Han-River
Third-floor listening bar beside the Han River bus stop, with a large vinyl selection, coffee, desserts and sunset views. A reviewer says it set their standard for listening bars.
Tip: Reviewers mention an 18,000 won cover charge that includes a free drink.
2216 Gangbyeonbuk-ro, Gwangjin District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM rumeg
Cafe-bar near Seoul Station that plays a monthly vinyl playlist, with coffee, food and late hours. Reviewers say the owner speaks excellent English and the staff are great listeners.
Tip: Sit at the bar to chat with the staff. Open until 1 AM.
South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, 중림동 Mallijae-ro 35-gil, 44 1층
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM Thursday 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM Friday 10:00 AM - 1:30 AM Saturday 10:00 AM - 1:30 AM Sunday 10:00 AM - 1:00 AM Sunset Record Bar
Quirky second-floor Euljiro bar where you can order songs and hear them while you sip cocktails. Reviewers praise the 80s soundtrack and the service.
Tip: Reviewers are split on the food, so come for the records and drinks.
South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Eulji-ro 12-gil, 11 2 층
Hours
Monday 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM MicroVinylHouse
Euljiro pub in the small-industry district with a huge vinyl collection, modern-leaning selections (reviewers heard 80s new wave) and excellent sound. Beer and fried chicken to go with it.
Tip: Second floor. Opens at 6 PM; reviewers say the owners are friendly to solo visitors.
South Korea, Seoul, Jung District, Eulji-ro 27-gil, 27 2층
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Soulville Listening Bar
Listening bar tucked into a quiet Seochon-area street, with a state-of-the-art sound system, whisky and a welcoming staff. Reviewers say it is the place in Seoul to hear music in ultra high definition.
Tip: Opens at 7 PM.
94 Naeja-dong, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday Closed Bar Kian
Craft-cocktail LP listening bar where reviewers praise the sound quality and vinyl collection. The bartender-owner and his team are known for careful mixology.
Tip: Good for solo visitors, per reviewers. Opens at 7 PM.
South Korea, Seoul, Mapo-gu, Eoulmadang-ro 5-gil, 25-6 1 층
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Cream (LP Bar)
Second-floor LP bar with what a reviewer calls a truckload of records, mostly oldies, and walls of vintage singers. Song requests are welcome.
Tip: Closed Mondays. Reviewers say the owners are welcoming to solo travellers.
South Korea, Seoul, 2F Hongik-ro 5-gil, 45 KR 서울특별시 마포구
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday Closed OZ LP Bar
Hidden Hongdae alley bar with a massive record collection, self-serve beer and cozy vibes. Write down what you want to hear and the owner plays it.
Tip: Reviewers say pop and rock requests work best. Open late.
332-19 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 4:00 AM Sunday Closed LP Music Bar
Small Seogyo-dong LP bar with an amazing vintage collection that the bar uses to DJ. Request songs on the paper they give you.
Tip: Staff may not speak English, but they read what you write.
402-18 Seogyo-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul, South Korea
Hours not listed. Call ahead before you go.
LP Bar Zeppelin
Seocho LP bar with lots of vinyl, a DJ booth and a rock leaning. Reviewers say you can request songs and that the staff are friendly.
Tip: One visitor heard more ballads than hard rock early in the evening. Opens at 6 PM.
8 Sapyeong-daero 56-gil, Seocho District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM Sunday Closed LP Music Bar Oasis
Basement LP bar in Jamsil with a vintage vibe and a different pick of music than the usual neighborhood bar.
Tip: One reviewer says their requests were not played, so treat it as a casual drink.
South Korea, Seoul, 서울특별시 송파구 잠실동 190-4 (지하1층)
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 7:30 PM - 12:00 AM Music Complex Seoul
Fifth-floor Insadong lounge built around a wall of records, where you can play vinyl, eat and soak up the room. Reviewers call it aesthetic and busy.
Tip: It is on the fifth floor. Open daily from noon.
49 Insadong-gil, Jongno District, Seoul, South Korea
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Busan
Vinyl Pub Muse On
Haeundae vinyl pub with thousands of records and a cozy room. You can pick songs from the collection, and reviewers praise the drinks and the staff.
Tip: Open from 6 PM to 2 AM. Order drinks by QR code.
South Korea, Busan, Haeundae, Jungdong 1-ro, 39 예담빌딩 2층
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Mangmi Blues Vinyl & Cocktail Bar
Third-floor Busanjin vinyl and cocktail bar. Reviewers say the owners have exquisite taste in music and the whiskey and cocktail list does not miss.
Tip: Closed Tuesdays. Opens at 7 PM.
South Korea, Busan, Busanjin District, Jungang-daero 680beonga-gil, 80-20 3층
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday Closed Wednesday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Hu-il dam
Busanjin bar playing vinyl with a wide whisky list. Reviewers say it takes song requests and will stream a track if it isn't on vinyl.
Tip: Opens at 6 PM and runs late.
10-7 Seojeon-ro 46beon-gil, Busanjin District, Busan, South Korea
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Serabi Music Room & Bar
Suyeong listening room where a large LP collection meets big speakers. Reviewers praise the sound and the relaxed, romantic room.
Tip: One visitor says a request was not played, so go for the system more than the jukebox.
31 Namcheondong-ro 108beon-gil, Namcheon-dong, Suyeong-gu, Busan, South Korea
Hours not listed. Call ahead before you go.
Music Complex (Gijang)
Gijang listening venue known for its huge wall of vinyl records, a sibling to the Insadong location in Seoul. Reviewers call it tucked away but worth the trip.
Tip: Well outside central Busan. Open daily from noon.
34 Dongbusangwangwang-ro, Gijang, Busan, South Korea
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Jeju
Vinyl Cafe (Hallim)
Jeju seaside cafe where you listen to vinyl with an ocean view. Reviewers describe an 18,000 won ticket that includes a drink and three records, plus a postcard.
Tip: On the west coast of the island. A good rainy-day stop.
643 Ongpo-ri, Hallim-eup, 특별자치도 Cheju, Jeju-do, South Korea
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM Analog Sounds
Record shop and cafe in a small analog-themed village in Weison, with listening stations and a friendly owner. Reviewers say it is rare to find a record shop on Jeju.
Tip: On the east side of the island, a pleasant stroll around the village.
South Korea, Jeju-do, Cheju, 특별자치도, Gujwa-eup, Hado-ri, 907번지 아날로그뮤직
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday Closed Thursday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM 20th Century Boy (20세기 소년)
Jeju City vinyl bar where the DJ plays only records. Reviewers heard rock all night plus old Korean masterpieces, and on some nights only Korean groups.
Tip: Open from 7 PM until 2 AM.
South Korea, Jeju-do, Cheju, 특별자치도, Ido 1(il)-dong, Donggwang-ro 1-gil, 2 1층 KR
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday Closed
Suwon
Goldenweek Records
Suwon cafe and vinyl shop in one. Reviewers praise the coffee, the wide range of records and the friendly owner.
Tip: Closed Tuesdays. Reviewers say the drinks are pricey for the portion.
17 Suwoncheon-ro 458beon-gil, Jangan-gu, Suwon, Gyeonggi-do, South Korea
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Tuesday Closed Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Gyeongju
Vinyl Vibe (Gyeongju)
Gyeongju vinyl cafe where a ticket (14,900 won, per a reviewer) buys a drink, popcorn and time to choose your own records.
Tip: One visitor was asked to leave about half an hour before closing, so don't arrive late.
305-9 Hwangnam-dong, Gyeongju, Gyeongsangbuk-do, South Korea
Hours not listed. Call ahead before you go.
Japan (27)
Tokyo
Spincoaster Music Bar Ebisu
Fourth-floor Ebisu music bar that visitors call a favorite in all of Tokyo, with a great music selection and staff who know their drinks. It seats only 12 to 14.
Tip: Open every night from 7 PM. Small room, so it suits pairs more than groups.
Japan, 〒150-0022 Tokyo, Shibuya, Ebisuminami, 3-chōme−3−１ VORT恵比寿Ⅳ 4F MUSIC BAR TOKYO
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM PASS
Modern Shibuya listening bar leaning toward experimental and electronic music, with attentive staff and good non-alcoholic options.
Tip: Open every night from 6 PM, upstairs on the third floor.
Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 3-chōme−15−２ F93 shibuya II 3F
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM BAR rpm
Eight-seat Shinjuku bar where the owner picks the records from a wide vinyl collection, handles the drinks and chats with guests. He sometimes shows videos on a projector.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Only a few seats, so avoid big groups.
Japan, 〒160-0022 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Shinjuku, 3-chōme−6−３ ISビル 2F
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Thursday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Friday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Saturday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Sunday 6:00 PM - 11:30 PM Takadanobaba Bar Stereo
Laid-back Takadanobaba bar with hand-crafted cocktails, rare whiskies and a vinyl selection reviewers call spot on.
Tip: Open every night from 7 PM. A reviewer notes cigarette smell.
Japan, 〒169-0075 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Takadanobaba, 2-chōme−8−３ 佐々木ビル東館 2F
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Narcissus
Tiny second-floor Shinjuku jazz bar where the owner spins jazz records and serves cheap, high-quality drinks.
Tip: Cash only, closed Sundays. Up a flight of stairs and a little hard to find.
Japan, 〒160-0021 Tokyo, Shinjuku City, Kabukichō, 1-chōme−13−６ 2F
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Thursday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Friday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Saturday 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM Sunday Closed Bar Record
Ginza vinyl bar with a curated, record-lover's atmosphere, excellent cocktails and attentive bartenders. Reviewers mention no cover charge.
Tip: Closed Sundays. Open from 6 PM.
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 8-chōme−7−２０ イセキビル 2F
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday Closed POP INN. GINZA
Intimate fourth-floor Ginza vinyl bar with orange walls signed by visitors, a DJ playing 90s rap and soul, and drinks reviewers praise.
Tip: Opens at 2 PM Tuesday to Saturday; very late on Fridays and Saturdays.
Japan, 〒104-0061 Tokyo, Chuo City, Ginza, 4-chōme−3−５ ハトリビル 4F
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Thursday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Friday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 5:00 AM Saturday 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 5:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM Grandfather's
Basement vinyl bar in the middle of Shibuya where an older gentleman seamlessly mixes records, from Phil Collins on up.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Smoking is allowed inside.
Japan, 〒150-0002 Tokyo, Shibuya, 1-chōme−24−７ Shibuya Flat Bld., B１
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Little Soul Cafe
Shimokitazawa soul and funk bar where the DJ and bartender plays from a large, impressive record collection. Complimentary popcorn and chips come with drinks.
Tip: Cash only, with a 500 yen cover charge. Open every night from 7 PM.
Japan, 〒155-0031 Tokyo, Setagaya City, Kitazawa, 3-chōme−20−２ 大成ビル ２階
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Upstairs Records & Bar
Shimokitazawa listening bar with thousands of records and a strong sound system. Reviewers love the obscure dub and On-U Sound selection and the welcoming owner.
Tip: Open late, from 9 PM. Check the bar's Instagram first, since a visitor found it closed.
3-chōme-27-1 Kitazawa, Setagaya City, Tokyo 155-0031, Japan
Hours
Monday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Sunday 9:00 PM - 1:00 AM Jazz BIGBOY
Jimbocho jazz coffee house with a handsome interior, a serious listening atmosphere and a friendly owner.
Tip: Cash only. Closed Saturday, Sunday and Monday. Keep conversation low; one reviewer found the counter loud.
Japan, 〒101-0051 東京都千代田区神田神保町１丁目１１
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Wednesday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Thursday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Friday 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, 7:00 PM - 10:30 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed Jazz Nutty
Small Waseda jazz kissa where the owner plays records on a standout sound system. Reviewers call the sound the best they heard in Tokyo.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Quiet listening only.
1-chōme-17-4 Nishiwaseda, Shinjuku City, Tokyo 169-0051, Japan
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM TOH Listening Bar
Hidden Shibuya jazz listening bar built around a reported collection of more than 3,000 Japanese jazz records from the 1960s and 70s, with signature cocktails. The name is written 濤 TOH.
Tip: By reservation only: message the bar on Instagram (@toh_listening_bar). Visitors say the exact address is shared once your booking is confirmed. The map pin is only the Shibuya area.
Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan (exact address given with reservation)
Hours not listed. Call ahead before you go.
Bar Music
Fifth-floor Dogenzaka listening bar with an impressive vinyl and CD collection, a warm vintage sound system and a DJ who takes requests. Some of the records and CDs are for sale.
Tip: There is a 1,000 yen cover per person, and you may wait a few minutes outside before entering. Open every night, late on Fridays.
1-chome-6-7 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan
Hours
Monday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 6:30 PM - 4:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM B.Y.G
Three-floor Dogenzaka bar with an old-school interior and music played on Daitone loudspeakers, plus food and an English menu. The basement has space for live music.
Tip: Smoking is allowed inside, and reviewers say the sound is not hi-fi. Open every day from mid-afternoon to 2 AM.
2-chome-19-14 Dogenzaka, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan
Hours
Monday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM Record Bar 33 1/3rpm
Basement Shibuya record bar run by a courteous owner and bartender who play requests with great sound quality. Visitors treat it as a place to spend the evening.
Tip: Read the bar's website and house guidelines before you go; reviewers say it is not for quick drop-ins. Smoking is allowed. Closed Sundays.
1-chome-6-2 Dogenzaka, Shibuya Five Building B1, Shibuya, Tokyo 150-0043, Japan
Hours
Monday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Tuesday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Wednesday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Thursday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Friday 7:30 PM - 10:00 PM Saturday 7:30 PM - 10:30 PM Sunday Closed The Music Bar -Cave Shibuya-
Basement music bar in Shibuya with creative cocktails explained by the staff, good vinyl sound and a DJ spinning 80s music. It was also a filming location for a TV drama.
Tip: Reservations are recommended. Closed Sundays. Cocktails run about 1,500 yen according to a visitor.
1-chome-15-12 Shibuya, LAIDOUT SHIBUYA B1F, Tokyo 150-0002, Japan
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 3:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday Closed
Osaka
Kafka the Listening & BAR
Cozy Nakazakicho bar where owner Yusuke spins vinyl all night and mixes cocktails to your taste. Visitors return several times a trip.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Near Umeda.
Japan, 〒530-0015 Osaka, Kita Ward, Nakazakinishi, 3-chōme−3−４ 中崎西ビル B棟1階
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 4:30 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 4:30 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 4:30 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 4:30 PM - 10:00 PM Bar Seven
Third-floor Namba bar off the busy shopping streets with jazz and 80s records chosen by the owner, and a cover charge that includes snacks.
Tip: Closed Mondays.
1-chōme-6-8 Namba, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0076, Japan
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM Sunday 4:00 PM - 11:00 PM Milk Bar Record Bar
Third-floor listening bar with jazz and soul on vinyl, a friendly owner who makes cocktails and takes requests, and reasonable prices.
Tip: Open every night from 7 PM. Groups of three are fine.
1-chōme-6-23-4F Higashishinsaibashi, Chuo Ward, Osaka, 542-0083, Japan
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Music Bar Flag
Nipponbashi music bar with talented musicians, no entrance fee and friendly bartending. One night a Django-style band played.
Tip: Open every night from 7 PM.
Japan, 〒556-0005 Osaka, Naniwa Ward, Nipponbashi, 5-chōme−13−７ 上田ビル
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM bird/56
Jazz bar off Dotonbori open since 1972, with walls of old jazz clippings and a substantial record collection.
Tip: Third floor. Ask before you flip through the records.
Japan, 〒542-0076 Osaka, Chuo Ward, Namba, 1-chōme−6−１８ 中和ディキシービル 3階
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM
Kyoto
Music Bar Universe Gion
Narrow upstairs bar in Gion with music played from vinyl, a human, welcoming atmosphere and attentive staff.
Tip: Open every day from 4 PM. Climb the narrow stairs to the third floor.
Japan, 〒605-0073 Kyoto, Higashiyama Ward, Gionmachi Kitagawa, ３４７−２６ ピッケルビル 3F
Hours
Monday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Record Bar Yamada
Kyoto record bar with an open, inviting feel, great bartenders and records such as Tony! Toni! Tone! spinning. It has a second floor.
Tip: Cover charge of 500 yen, with small bites. Also opens 8 AM to noon on Monday, Saturday and Sunday.
20-6 Higashihashizumechō, Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto, 605-0847, Japan
Hours
Monday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM P.M. Sounds Kyoto
Basement hi-fi vinyl bar in central Kyoto with an excellent music selection, relaxed atmosphere and welcoming management.
Tip: Open every night 7 to 11:30 PM. Good for first-timers to Japan's hi-fi bar culture.
Japan, 〒604-8031 Kyoto, Nakagyo Ward, Daikokuchō, 71−２１ ＣＴ・ＢＥＡＣＨ山口ビル B1
Hours
Monday 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM Tuesday 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM Thursday 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM Friday 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM Saturday 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM Sunday 7:00 PM - 11:30 PM Hachi Record Shop and Bar
Small Kyoto jazz bar with Japanese craft beers and a knowledgeable bartender who plays jazz albums. There is a record store upstairs.
Tip: Closed Tuesdays. A reviewer calls the records upstairs pricey heirloom pieces.
五条製作所, 内, 19 Hiraichō, Shimogyo Ward, Kyoto, 600-8118, Japan
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday Closed Wednesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Fukuoka
Living Stereo Music Bar & Record Store
Fukuoka record boutique with a bar and amazing sound system, good gin cocktails and staff who speak English.
Tip: Closed Sundays; opens at 5 PM. You can buy records and stay for a drink.
102 2-chōme-18-10 Yakuin, Chuo Ward, Fukuoka, 810-0022, Japan
Hours
Monday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Tuesday 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday Closed
United States (14)
New York
Moondog HiFi
Bushwick lounge with a vinyl DJ, a warm vibe and music reviewers say is far above filler. Visitors stop in between shows at the nearby clubs.
Tip: Closed Mondays. Open until 4 AM Friday and Saturday.
119 Ingraham St, Brooklyn, NY 11237, USA
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 4:00 AM Saturday 5:00 PM - 4:00 AM Sunday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Kissa Kissa
Franklin Avenue cocktail bar in the Japanese kissa tradition, spinning obscure jazz on vinyl and showing the album and artist on a marquee.
Tip: Open every day. Ask for the pamphlet on Japanese kissas.
667 Franklin Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238, USA
Hours
Monday 5:30 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 5:30 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 5:30 PM - 12:30 AM Thursday 5:30 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM BierWax
Craft beer and vinyl listening bar on Vanderbilt Avenue with a collection of more than 5,000 records and a mixed, comfortable crowd.
Tip: Open every day from 2 PM (noon on Saturday).
556 Vanderbilt Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11238, USA
Hours
Monday 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tuesday 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM Wednesday 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 2:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 2:00 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 12:00 PM - 1:00 AM Sunday 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Seattle
Easy Street Records & Cafe
Record store, cafe, and venue in one — a full-afternoon destination.
Tip: Grab food at the attached cafe and make a day of the crates.
4559 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA 98116, USA
Hours
Monday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Porchlight Coffee & Records
Laid-back Capitol Hill coffee shop with records and film, known for low prices and a friendly crew.
Tip: Open daily 8:30 AM to 3 PM.
1517 14th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122, USA
Hours
Monday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Tuesday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Thursday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Saturday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM Sunday 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Los Angeles
LP Vinyl Bar
Hidden Vine Street bar with DJs playing vinyl, from goth and punk to house, and stiff drinks poured by a good bartender.
Tip: Open Wednesday to Sunday from 8 PM. It gets busy after about 10 PM.
1704 Vine St, Los Angeles, CA 90028, USA
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 8:00 PM - 2:00 AM Gold Line
Highland Park analog listening bar with a great-sounding system, music from every genre and a dark, vibey room. The bar has no signage.
Tip: Street parking can be hard; Saturdays and Sundays open from 3 PM.
5607 N Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA 90042, USA
Hours
Monday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 3:00 PM - 12:00 AM
San Francisco
Harlan Records
Hidden San Francisco cocktail bar with a large record collection, a long cocktail list and sessions with a small band in back.
Tip: Open every day; noon to midnight early in the week.
18 Harlan Pl, San Francisco, CA 94108, USA
Hours
Monday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 12:00 PM - 1:30 AM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 1:30 AM Thursday 12:00 PM - 1:30 AM Friday 12:00 PM - 1:30 AM Saturday 12:00 PM - 1:30 AM Sunday 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM For The Record
Casual but upscale vinyl bar with plenty of seating, helpful bartenders and inventive cocktails.
Tip: Closed Sunday and Monday. Reviewers mention plenty of seating.
2120 Greenwich St, San Francisco, CA 94123, USA
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 3:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday Closed
Inglewood
Asteroid Vinyl Cafe
Inglewood coffee shop that sells vinyl records alongside its drinks.
Tip: Open Wednesday to Saturday only.
1101 S La Brea Ave, Inglewood, CA 90301, USA
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday Closed
Santa Monica
Endless Noise Coffee + Vinyl
Record store and coffee shop in Santa Monica with Turkish coffee made in front of you. You can pick a record to listen to while you're there.
Tip: Open Monday to Friday mornings until 2 PM; closed weekends.
1825 Stanford St a, Santa Monica, CA 90404, USA
Hours
Monday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Saturday Closed Sunday Closed
Chicago
Turn Back Time Records and Coffee
Irving Park cafe and record shop with a huge assortment of records, good coffee and a bright space with park views.
Tip: Open every day from 7 AM.
3834 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60618, USA
Hours
Monday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Minneapolis
Disco Death Records & Coffee
Minneapolis record store, coffee shop and film lab in one, with lattes, homemade sodas and a pot of tea when you order.
Tip: Open every day from 8 AM.
721 W 26th St, Minneapolis, MN 55405, USA
Hours
Monday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Miami
Lulo Records at WildHouse
A Lulo Records outpost inside WildHouse, a craft beer and wine bar in the Bird Road art district, with 300-plus vinyl records to browse while you drink. Reviewers praise the 23 draft beers, the food truck and the relaxed, event-filled vibe.
Tip: Open evenings, and from 1 PM on Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The record selection is new, so reviews are few. Lulo's main warehouse shop is in Allapattah.
4178 SW 74th Ct, Miami, FL 33155, USA
Hours
Monday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 1:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Mexico (10)
Mexico City
Shhh Roma
Roma Norte listening bar with a serious sound system. Reviewers describe cocktails, quiet listening and a separate, livelier bar room.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Reviewers suggest the bar room for a livelier night, and say the space is cramped, so go in a small group.
Av. Álvaro Obregón 273, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06170 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Shhh Condesa
Upstairs from 99 Records, a listening bar with a quiet listening room and a looser bar area outside. Reviewers praise the sound system, the design and the eclectic curated music.
Tip: It enforces quiet in the listening room, so choose the bar area if your group wants to talk. Closed Monday and Tuesday.
Ámsterdam 62, Hipódromo, Cuauhtémoc, 06100 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tokyo Music Bar
Low-lit Juárez cocktail bar built around an analog hi-fi setup: McIntosh amplifiers, a tube amp and audiophile turntables behind the bar. Reviewers say requests get played on vinyl.
Tip: Opens at 7 PM. Google rates it lower than the other listening bars here, so it suits the hi-fi setup more than a quiet listening session.
Río Pánuco 132, Cuauhtémoc, 06500 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Hours not listed. Call ahead before you go.
Bussifame
Tiny Juárez vinyl bar, not pretentious, with a good cocktail list and a lot of energy. Reviewers like the music and the friendly staff.
Tip: Small and cozy. Reviewers call it a great pre-party stop.
C. Dinamarca 75, Juárez, Cuauhtémoc, 06600 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Hours not listed. Call ahead before you go.
Rō Upstairs
Polanco cocktail bar with a live DJ spinning vinyl and a menu that changes often. Reviewers call the atmosphere and playlist incredible.
Tip: Reservations are needed, according to reviewers. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Anatole France 71B, Polanco, Polanco III Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11540 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Sunday Closed Bolero Café
Roma Norte coffee, wine and cocktail bar where the owner spins vinyl all day and into the night. Reviewers mention the warm sound and the occasional live show.
Tip: Open from 1 PM daily. Reviewers say the owner is welcoming and happy to explain the concept.
Guanajuato 80, Roma Nte., Cuauhtémoc, 06700 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Hours
Monday 1:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 1:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 1:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 1:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 1:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 1:00 PM - 12:00 AM Vinilo Café
Polanco cafe where you pick a record from the wall and they play it. Reviewers praise the food, the coffee and the service.
Tip: Open from 8 AM on weekdays, so it works as a daytime stop.
Lope de Vega 157-B, Chapultepec Morales, Polanco V Secc, Miguel Hidalgo, 11560 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Hours
Monday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM Santos Café
Specialty coffee bar in Del Valle with vinyl playing through a good sound system. Reviewers say they sell records and will even play one you bring in.
Tip: Open daily from early morning.
Torres Adalid 913, Col del Valle Centro, Benito Juárez, 03103 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Hours
Monday 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Tuesday 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Wednesday 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Thursday 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Friday 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday 7:30 AM - 10:00 PM Sunday 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM Cavré Listening Café
Small Narvarte cafe billed as a listening cafe, with a creative menu, good coffee and music reviewers call perfect for spending hours.
Tip: Closed Mondays.
C. Monte Albán 301, Narvarte Oriente, Benito Juárez, 03020 Ciudad de México, CDMX, Mexico
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM Kamazotz Records y Café
Small cafe and records space in Santa María la Ribera. Reviewers say the music selection is what sets it apart, with a gem-like selection and friendly owners.
Tip: Reviewers say coffee is good but music is the draw. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Av. Insurgentes Nte. 18, Sta María la Ribera, Cuauhtémoc, 06400 Cuauhtémoc, CDMX, Mexico
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 8:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Sunday Closed
Brazil (9)
São Paulo
Now Play Vinyl Store
Beautiful, well-laid-out Pinheiros shop with a strong jazz focus, a cozy room and espresso to sip while you dig.
Tip: Staff are passionate about jazz and happy to talk records. Closed Monday and Sunday.
Rua Maria Carolina, 692 - Lj 1 - Pinheiros, São Paulo - SP, 01445-000, Brazil
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday Closed Disco Vinil & Café
Ground-floor record shop and café in the Galeria Nova Barão selling imported and national, new and semi-new LPs, with coffee to share with friends.
Tip: Reviewers say the atmosphere is great but online price quotes can be unclear, so check in person. Closed Sunday.
R. Sete de Abril, 154 - Lj 10 - Térreo - República, São Paulo - SP, 01043-000, Brazil
Hours
Monday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Thursday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Friday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday Closed Fatiado Discos
Sumaré record shop that doubles as a bar and food spot, with good music and a lively crowd.
Tip: Check what's on before you go. It works well as an evening stop.
Av. Prof. Alfonso Bovero, 382 - Sumaré, São Paulo - SP, 01254-000, Brazil
Hours
Monday 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Tuesday 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Wednesday 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Thursday 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Friday 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Saturday 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM Sunday 2:00 PM - 11:00 PM Formosa Hi-Fi
Listening bar under the Viaduto do Chá with a Brazilian-focused kitchen, great cocktails, and a sound system that has visitors Shazaming all night.
Tip: Reviewers note a R$30 per-person music charge. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Viaduto do Chá - Centro Histórico de São Paulo, São Paulo - SP, 01048-100, Brazil
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday Closed Matiz
Soft-club style bar in República with a great sound system, DJs, tasty cocktails and a big terrace.
Tip: Reviewers report long queues on busy nights, so arrive early on weekdays. Closed Monday.
R. Martins Fontes, 91 - República, São Paulo - SP, 01050-905, Brazil
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Sunday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Dōmo
Vila Buarque listening bar with exceptional acoustics, a DJ playing old-school classics and Brazilian nuggets, and a well-reviewed bar and kitchen.
Tip: Reviewers love the sound system. Closed Sunday and Monday.
R. Maj. Sertório, 452 - Vila Buarque, São Paulo - SP, 01222-000, Brazil
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday Closed Starlane SP
Pinheiros pizza spot that doubles as a listening bar, with a sound system and acoustics visitors rave about, guest DJs and unique cocktails.
Tip: Arrive early if you want a table. Closed Sunday and Monday.
Av. Rebouças, 3642 - Pinheiros, São Paulo - SP, 05402-600, Brazil
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 6:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday Closed
Rio de Janeiro
Livraria Belle Époque
Independent bookstore in Méier with a good selection of second-hand vinyl, a place to hang out with a cold beer.
Tip: Reviewers stay for hours. It's a good place to end the day. Closed Monday and Sunday.
R. Soares, 50 - Lj a - Méier, Rio de Janeiro - RJ, 20780-070, Brazil
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 12:00 PM - 7:00 PM Wednesday 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Thursday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Friday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM Saturday 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM Sunday Closed
Brasília
Marcondes & Co.
Asa Sul shop run by owners reviewers call some of Brasília's best music connoisseurs, with a carefully chosen selection and a cold beer.
Tip: One reviewer calls the beer great. Closed Sunday.
SHCS CLS 116 Bloco A Loja 29 - Asa Sul, Brasília - DF, 70386-510, Brazil
Hours
Monday 10:30 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 7:30 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday Closed
Germany (5)
Berlin
migas, a listening bar
Berlin listening bar with a great sound system and attentive staff. Wednesday sessions are for sitting quietly and letting the record take over.
Tip: Closed Mondays; opens at 1 PM on Sunday.
Lindower Str. 19, 13347 Berlin, Germany
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Sunday 1:00 PM - 12:00 AM Unkompress Listening Bar
Kreuzberg listening bar with natural wine, kombucha and bites, and Sunday album listening sessions.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Sunday is album session day.
Fichtestraße 23, 10967 Berlin, Germany
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 2:00 PM - 1:00 AM Sunday 3:00 PM - 10:30 PM BANKERT. Vinyl-Café
Calm Berlin cafe with lots of records to flip through, good coffee and vegan cakes. A reviewer calls it a favorite record store, coffee shop and hangout spot.
Tip: Open every day from 8 AM. No internet.
Proskauer Str. 5, 10247 Berlin, Germany
Hours
Monday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Sunday 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM Pastiche
Neukolln cafe, listening bar and vinyl shop with an incredible selection of records and owner advice. It plays great records with the cappuccino.
Tip: Opens at 10 AM; check the evening hours for listening nights.
Weserstr. 46, 12045 Berlin, Germany
Hours
Monday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Tuesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Wednesday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Thursday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Friday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM Saturday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM, 9:00 PM - 12:00 AM Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Rhinoceros
Jazz kissa-style Berlin bar with good sound and authentic cocktails, where guests are asked to keep their voices down.
Tip: Closed Mondays. Reviewers differ on how well the quiet rule is kept.
Rhinower Str. 3, 10437 Berlin-Bezirk Pankow, Germany
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 6:30 PM - 12:55 AM Wednesday 6:30 PM - 12:55 AM Thursday 6:30 PM - 12:55 AM Friday 6:30 PM - 12:55 AM Saturday 6:30 PM - 12:55 AM Sunday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM
United Kingdom (4)
London
ROOM86
Wardour Street listening room with a DJ, excellent cocktails and food such as oysters. Reviewers recommend booking a table.
Tip: Closed Sunday and Monday. Book ahead.
86 Wardour St, London W1F 0TQ, UK
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 5:30 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 5:30 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 5:30 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 5:30 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 5:30 PM - 1:00 AM Sunday Closed Space Talk
Barbican listening lounge praised for its acoustic and spatial design, with a no-photos policy to keep the atmosphere intimate.
Tip: Closed Mondays. Photos are not allowed.
18-20 St John St, Barbican, London EC1M 4AY, UK
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 5:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 5:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Glasgow
Revival Speciality Coffee and Vinyl
West End specialty coffee shop where the owner plays vinyl all day. Reviewers praise the coffee, including pourovers, and the cozy, community feel.
Tip: Open daily, 8 AM to 4 PM on weekdays. Easy to reach on the Glasgow Subway.
43 Hyndland St, Glasgow G11 5QF, UK
Hours
Monday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Saturday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM Roasted Vinyl
Tucked-away Anniesland coffee shop with a selection of vinyl to buy and to listen to. Reviewers love the music, the homemade soup and cakes, and that you can talk about music there.
Tip: Closed Mondays. Dog friendly, according to reviewers.
950A Crow Rd, Anniesland, Glasgow G13 1JD, UK
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Australia (3)
Melbourne
Sabi Sounds Listening Cafe & Record Lounge
Hawthorn cafe, dessert bar and vinyl listening space with listening seats in the middle of the room that you can book ahead.
Tip: Open daily from 7:30 AM. Book the listening seats.
717 Glenferrie Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia
Hours
Monday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Tuesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Wednesday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Thursday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Friday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Saturday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Sunday 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM Ringo's Record & Sandwich Bar
Brunswick record shop and bar with cheap drinks, sandwiches including a Liverpool chip butty, regular local music and records to buy at fair prices.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday.
666 Sydney Rd, Brunswick VIC 3056, Australia
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sydney
Deadwax
Enmore wine and beer bar with a great sound system, a sound-proofed room and a vinyl request program Tuesday to Thursday. DJs take over Friday to Sunday.
Tip: Closed Mondays.
182 Enmore Rd, Enmore NSW 2042, Australia
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Thursday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM Friday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Saturday 4:00 PM - 2:00 AM Sunday 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Spain (3)
Barcelona
Lonely Bar Hi-Fi
Gracia hi-fi bar with vinyl, great cocktails and a friendly team. Reviewers recommend it for a date or a night out.
Tip: Closed Sunday and Monday.
Carrer de Vic, 7, Gràcia, 08006 Barcelona, Spain
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Sunday Closed Oblicuo Hi-Fi Bar
Gracia hi-fi bar that regulars return to for the music and an updated cocktail menu.
Tip: Closed Sunday and Monday.
Carrer de la Riera de Sant Miquel, 59, Gràcia, 08006 Barcelona, Spain
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday 7:00 PM - 1:00 AM Wednesday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Thursday 7:00 PM - 2:00 AM Friday 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Saturday 7:00 PM - 3:00 AM Sunday Closed Jaç Hi-Fi Café
Eixample cafe inspired by Japanese hi-fi kissas, always playing vinyl records in a cozy, well-designed room with good coffee.
Tip: Opens at 8:30 AM on weekdays and 9:30 AM on weekends.
Av. Diagonal, 335, Eixample, 08037 Barcelona, Spain
Hours
Monday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 8:30 AM - 7:00 PM Saturday 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 9:30 AM - 7:00 PM
France (2)
Paris
Notre Dame Music Bar
Paris listening bar built around its sound system, with an extensive vinyl collection, wines by the glass and a DJ who may start with rap.
Tip: Closed Sundays. Quiet early in the evening.
6 Rue Emile Lepeu, 75011 Paris, France
Hours
Monday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Tuesday 6:00 PM - 12:00 AM Wednesday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Thursday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Friday 6:00 PM - 1:00 AM Saturday 6:30 PM - 1:00 AM Sunday Closed Listener
Paris listening venue with a high-end basement room for 8 to 12 and smaller private rooms to rent, plus food and wine.
Tip: Closed Monday and Tuesday. Rooms can be rented for a private session.
10 Rue Vivienne, 75002 Paris, France
Hours
Monday Closed Tuesday Closed Wednesday 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM Thursday 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM Friday 1:00 PM - 10:00 PM Saturday 1:00 PM - 11:00 PM Sunday 1:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Canada (1)
Toronto
High Notes Coffee + Vinyl
Two-storey vinyl shop and licensed cafe in Dundas West, with a well-curated, clean selection, a good hip-hop section and occasional live music. A nook by the front window looks out on the streetcars.
Tip: Open every day. Reviewers love the records more than the coffee, and staff will track down requests.
2057 Dundas St W, Toronto, ON M6R 1W8, Canada
Hours
Monday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
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