The in-store's run with military precision . If you need something ask Daisy or Quinn Some of…read moreseasoned staff are in need of people skills .Rolling your The selection is good prices average but great sales! OG record store tonnes of vinyl, CD. Cassettes in all genre

In the early aughts, I used to be an avid reader of the Houston Press. Inside the publication was…read morean ad for an indie record store called Cactus Music, and said ad promoted lots of albums an audiophile could dream of. As a self-proclaimed audiophile myself, I was intrigued by the store. But since I lived more than a couple hours away, I never had a chance to visit it. Twenty or so years later, I finally did a few days ago for a listening party for Linkin Park's upcoming comeback album, From Zero. Cactus is a block away from both Houston's ever-so busy thoroughfares, the Southwest Freeway and Richmond Avenue. You have to have a good eye to spot it. Entering the shop is like a beautiful dream for anyone obsessed with music. Record stores are rare like payphones, but this one keeps the spirit of the former alive. Any format, any album can be found here. There are even some titles that are listed at a dollar so it's no wonder to see a lot of shoppers. Aside from the music and the setup, I was also intrigued by the clothing sold. I was penny pinching at the time of my visit, but I sure love to return and make a purchase.

Amazing customer service. The guy really knows what he's talking about literally ask him about…read moreanything and he'll know. This is genuinely a hidden gem, for music lovers, skaters, and surfers. Thank you for the sticker I appreciate you guys!!

I go there for the skate tools/shoes/hardware, but their clothes are tight too.. just way over…read morepriced. Hit up the back right corner for the sales rack then bug out unless you need skate gear.

This is my go-to if I need my turntable. The record and CD selection is wide and well-priced in a…read morestrip centre in EADO plentiful and easy.A first choice

THEY WILL LOWBALL YOU. if you're looking to sell a record player please don't consider this place…read moreas an option I brought mine in and he offered me 50 dollars for a 500 dollar player. And of course the ones in lesser conditions are being sold for 350-400 in his store it's pretty obvious as a money grab

Probably the best spot inside the loop for any and all your vinyl needs…read more The shop smells of incense and nostalgia, the kind that transports you back to a friend's bedroom or a mall food court, dreaming of a future without a care in the world. Sig's selection is wide and they have crate after crate filled with alphabetically arranged records from all musical genres. The upstairs is a cool, attic-style loft dedicated to true oldies. I didn't spot an elevator, so fair warning to those with vintage knees like myself. There's street parking and you can pull up right in front of the shop. The records at Sig's aren't cheap, but you aren't just buying music, you're buying into Houston's storied sound.

You know it's going to be a bad day for my bank account when I make my way here. They have a wide…read morevariety of genres, and I'm sure you'll find something you want to leave with. The staff don't really say much, but I'm the type that likes to be left to my own devices when I'm in a vinyl store, so I don't mind. Their vinyls are reasonably priced, and they have an upstairs as well.

Popped in to Barnes and noble while in the river oaks area and after a facial. Felt great to be…read moreback in a Barnes and noble! Browsed for a bit through the books before taking some time at the cafe to do some work. Their book selection is massive from upstairs and downstairs to the kind staff I highly recommend

Huge selection of books, comics and manga to choose from, also a lot of collectible items…read more Great price on different articles for artists. Service was ok since it's a library and workers let you walk around the store with liberty but there's always someone close in case you need help. In my case I don't like to be asked too many times if I need help :) Really quiet place to enjoy a good book.

The owner works behind the counter and is the nicest person ever. I love talking to him about older…read moremusicians, he has amazing experiences with some of them. Slightly overpriced. They have a wide selection of both CDs and records. They also sell skate and surf stuff.

What a unique bookstore! I came here with some friends for the Book Crawl and as soon as I walked…read morein, I knew I was in for a treat. There are so many options to choose from (fiction, art, and you can literally spend hours walking around through every nook and cranny. We met the owners and they were so nice! They will gladly tell you about the store and even give you recommendations. These are used books so they are priced lower than regular books. For parking, it is street parking so you may have to walk a bit. Shoutout to their welcome sign "We couldn't be more open"!

Kaboom has a good selection of books and the owners are very knowledgeable about the books they…read morehave. We browsed for about an hour and left with two bucks each. I love that they have two huge plants in the inside, and that they have a great selection of cookbooks, fiction, and non-fiction.

Joystix is a pinball and arcade dealer with an incredible showroom full of both classic and modern…read moremachines. A lot of people think it's a public arcade. There are numerous signs clearly displayed letting people know it is not in fact an arcade. Even the company's voicemail message makes it clear. Joystix Classic Games & Pinballs is actually a working showroom that opens once a month for Pac-Man Fever Night, when every game is set to free play. It's one of the most fun and unique experiences in Houston. We hosted my wife's birthday party here, and it was fantastic. Renting the space was simple, the staff was awesome, and having the 1820 Lounge next door made it the perfect setup for a group celebration. Everyone had an amazing time. I highly recommend booking the showroom for events, you will not be disappointed. The owner is Charlie, he is outstanding. He is friendly, passionate, and deeply knowledgeable about pinball and arcade history. You can tell he truly cares about preserving the hobby and sharing it with others. He takes care of his customers and is very courteous to those who are considering a purchase. If you love pinball, classic arcades, or just want to do something different, Joystix is a must-visit Houston gem.

GAMES. I was supposed to interact with a party but instead I played Mario Kart for 2 hours. Lovely…read moreplace and nice bar. Tonsssss of pinball and arcades.