Prices were quite expensive and the guy pointed me to an area that was off limits just to tell me…read moreit's off limits?! Wouldn't you know if your own area of your own store was closed down? Weird. Whatever, there are many other record stores out there and much better ones at that.

I am a current student at Northwestern right down the road from Vintage Vinyl. As a repeat…read morecustomer, I have purchased 10+ records with the help of Steve who works on the main floor. Steve is awesome and his knowledge of music is impressive. Vintage Vinyl is one of the only record stores where I could spend hours looking through the huge selection of original albums without worrying about not having a good time. The records might be a little pricey but I can promise they are top quality. Highly Recommend! Thank you Steve!

Spent a lifetime in the world of vinyl and I can definitively say Squeezebox knows what they are…read moredoing. From variety to quality to customer service, they tick all the boxes above and beyond.

Great selection of new and second hand books and vinyls! Very reasonably priced and friendly staff…read more Love this place!!

This place is like a throwback to REAL record stores. Used records are a great price, there are…read moresome freebies, and the new records are priced as new. The owner himself Jim is a character and worth going to this place alone as he's an encyclopedia of music knowledge to connect the dots for you. I might start collecting some Buddy Guy based on his recommendation starting with Buddy's live concert at his restaurant Buddy Guy's Legends

Dropped by to find a decent selection of classic rock albums. Pricing is ok and you can find some…read morebargains. If you're looking for Pink Floyd, this is your spot. The owner is friendly, talkative and filled with music trivia.

While taking a stroll through Andersonville, I stumbled upon Rattleback Records. I had only…read moreintended on going in to check for one album but ended up exploring the store and combing through their records for nearly an hour! There were so many incredible gems to be found, spanning every single genre. I ended up purchasing a couple of James Taylor records, a Bad Bunny record, Hilary Duff and an obscure country music record. They also had a very thick guide to the town of Andersonville available for free which I found just totally awesome. It was jam packed with info about a ton of local restaurants, activities and local events. The staff here were super knowledgeable, happy to help and downright great. I felt very happy to have found this gem of a place and will def be back the next time I'm in town.

Cool record store!!! Organized well, easy to maneuver around, spacious aisles, and fun vibes. They…read moresell record players too. Very nice collection. I wanted to buy so many things but I behaved and only bought two records. I'll definitely be back for more. They have some seating too, which was nice because I needed a moment to deliberate. Fun find!!

Awesome place to get great reads - for travel, anytime reading, and up-cycled gifts. Love to bring…read morethe kids and have them make a cash transaction with the helpful volunteers. A hidden gem in downtown Wilmette!

I love this place. Anytime I'm in the Chicago area, I have to go here, I find so many treasures. I…read moreeven had to get an extra suitcase on my flight back to Houston just to take back all the amazing finds. Books are so amazingly priced, that if you love books, you must visit. Cash is preferred, but you can pay by card upstairs at the front desk.

Round trip is a great record store. The owners are super friendly and knowledgeable. They're the…read moretype of guys who will sit and talk about music for hours. They have a great selection, with everything from pop hits to weirdo free jazz. There's really something for everyone. The prices are good too! Go check it out and support local business!

Really cool people here who will find what you're looking for if they don't have it for a fair…read moreprice. Movie buffs also!

What listings and notices fail to mention is that Amaranth's selection of rare/used books is…read moreinexpensive, in some cases surprisingly so. Thumbing through some mid-19th century curiosity it comes as a shock to discover such a seeming rarity priced at under $5!

I love this little gem! Very clean, organized and amazing prices on books! I had somw great finds!!read more

Very nice selection of children's books and toys, INCLUDING timeless favorites that I bought for my…read morechildren 30 or 40 years ago. Cashier walked with me to the area I needed and stayed to assist with my choice. Prices were well within my budget I had no idea the options were as good as they were. I'll certainly go again

New location and it's beautiful! A bit confusing layout, but as a book lover, this is nirvana! Just…read moredropped in to buy a gift, but I'll be back very soon to explore more thoroughly!

The most honest audio company I ever dealt with and I have a working relationship with them for a…read moredozen years or so. What sets this place apart from pretty much any company I ever dealt with is that they NEVER EVER coerce you or pressure you to make a $1 purchase. All their staff listen to your questions and give their expert advice. Due to this, this is the only company I will ever deal with in regards to audio merch. Every question I ever asked was answered truthfully and NEVER even a word from anyone to make a purchase. I've been dealing with Nate........ASK FOR NATE!!!!!! All future major purchases I will make will go through him. 100% honest 100% of the time. HIGHEST RECOMMENDATION

I bought my Wharfedale speakers and Bryston Pre from Music Direct and couldn't be happier…read more Excellent purchases and service.

It was a nice surprise that the bookstore was still open after our post-dinner treat. It's always…read morefun to browse, and the store is very attractively laid out, with book covers gleaming and beckoning like inviting gems. I found a new book from my to-read list, coveted a cute display of Studio Ghibli merch, smiled at the witty cards, and soon my companions and I amassed a stockpile of items to purchase and so they gave us a nice tote. Maybe next time we'll skip dessert and head straight here (must check hours to see when the bar is open).

Such a cute book store! They have a great selection of books AND book related items like games too!read more