I like the selection and location but the prices are about $10 more than any of the other records…read moreshops in town. Not sure why but I understood why there weren't many shoppers...I was the only shopper there, along with one guy playing the pinball machines in back. That's too bad as I saw many of the records I was looking for but $36-$39 dollars for a record that is priced at $20-$24 elsewhere is a big difference.

After I got over the questionable area and building I stepped into a wonderful surprise. I admit…read morethat I almost didn't go in because it looked like something that was out of a movie but I'm glad that I braved it. They seem to specialize in metal and punk of various styles. They also have some of the classics you'd expect to find in a music shop. Not a ton of inventory but it definitely has the vibe of being careful curated for a specific customer in mind. Plus the back was cool with various pinball machines. If it wasn't for the neighborhood I'd probably make this place a regular stop.

This was my third visit to 2nd & Charles, and it continues to deliver. Stopped in for their…read morePenny-A-Page event and somehow walked out with 7 books for under $35. Yes, we did it in two transactions; no judgement Their selection is seriously impressive; everything from kids' books to adult reads, so it's easy to get lost browsing. I've also picked up CDs here as gifts, and the condition has always been pristine. If you're into collectibles, they have a huge selection of Funko Pops, and their video game section is a solid find for collectors too. If you love a good bargain, this place is a must. Buying used is not only budget-friendly, but it's also a win for the environment. Highly recommend!

Many of the staff here were attentive and provided impeccable service during the holiday shopping…read morebonanza that bestowed the 2025 season. The store was well organized amidst the chaos. There was a huge selection of books, music, Funko Pops, and tons of other items. The prices were reasonable, though, some of the plushies were ridiculously priced. (e.g., the little stuffed insect plague doctor has been $35 for a few years now ). Anyway, I wanted to shout out a special thank you to the employee who found my phone, immediately put it in the safe, and called the number I left on the lock screen to get it back to me. I was very touched by the thoughtfulness of those involved. I wanted to say thank you again

Amazing help I received trying to purchase the correct turntable for old shellac records inherited…read morefrom my mother. Purchased fun turntable he had in stock! The store also has all sorts of other equipment and very fair prices. Has online auctions as well. Thrilled to have found this gem of a store and wonderful people!

Great underground spot for crate diggers. Lots of secret gems. Great prices. Pretty sure all the…read morevinyl here is used. Occasionally I'll find something old that is unopened but most of the stock is in the G- to VG+ range. They even sell old shellac 78s! Cassettes, CDs, even VHS tapes! They have used electronics, tape decks, CD players, radios, turntables, receivers, etc. I even saw an old dictaphone one time! They sell poly and paper sleeves and Poly Jackets for protecting your vinyl. Charley is very knowledgeable about even the most obscure genres and time periods in music. Pick his brain and you will walk away a little wiser. Keep up the great work guys!

This store is closing and is only open until January 18th. Everything is 50% off. Even the…read morefixtures are for sale.

This has always been and will be the most amazing metaphysical bookstore in the US. Everyone is…read morevery knowledgable about the products. I stop by every time I'm in Richmond.

TOP NOTCH!!!!!! If you're looking for an audio video technician that knows his stuff, look up…read moreRaymond. AudioTech did the installation of our audio/video conference area and they set our business up with a wireless Sonos system for each office. I can't say enough good things. They are professional, curious, the installation is clean and they know their stuff! Raymond has a strong team and great end results. I highly recommend AudioTech -- not only for conference areas and areas that need sound masking, but also home theaters -- Who doesn't love a home theatre, I mean come on!! :) -- Thanks Raymond!! -- Justin

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I am SOOOO happy we have a Barnes and Noble back at the Creeks. While it is sad the new location…read moredoesn't have a cafe, they did an incredible job of adding comfortable seating in various nooks throughout the store. The displays are very intentionally curated, with frequent updates that make each trip a treat. The "Bookseller Favorite" section always includes hidden gems, likely because the booksellers at this location are a delight! While this is not one of the larger stores in the area, it will always be my first stop.

I was so excited to come to B&N after they came back to this shopping center. Right off the bat,…read morethe layout was so different, not just from how it was before but from other locations. It is quite appealing to the eye, however it took me a while to figure out the layout, which was a little frustrating. The selection of special edition books was pretty decent, but I felt that overall, with the effort that was put in to making the store look so visually appealing, the overall selection was lackluster. At other locations, I can walk around and browse for a really long time, but I got bored fairly quickly in here. We were not greeted or asked if we needed help finding anything, which I don't normally mind because I like to shop alone and browse, but given that it's a new store and layout it would have been nice to have been greeted. They had some 50% off selections, but most were sequels, so it would have been nice to include some standalones or the first in some series. Overall this isn't my favorite location. I'll come here if there are specific items I need or to see an author were interested in, but I wouldn't choose to shop here. Their non book selections were quite minimal comparitavely as well.

Honestly, this is my favorite comic book store in the Richmond area. Every selection is catered to…read morethe niche of every reader. They don't only have newer selections, but also a vast amount of older issues for those who are looking to maximize their collection. The employees are very nice and knowledgeable of a variety of stories and what they have in stock, often providing recommendations and even assisting in ordering books at your request. The pricing is always reasonable, especially when it comes to the more "vintage" selections. Definitely will continue to shop here whenever I need a good read!

Stories Comics is a solid comic shop with a great selection and a lot of inventory. Pure comics,…read moretoo, not a bunch of gamer stuff or anime bikini statues. PROS: Lots of back issue bins and lots of trade paperbacks. A nuts amount of DC Archives, Marvel Masterworks. Dark Horse pre-code horror collected editions, etc. Nice mix of old and new stuff. Also a good amount of third party and alternative comics. Some discount bins, but I didn't find anything worth even the discounted price. The store is clean, bright, and organized. This is a solid version of a traditional sort of comic shop. CONS: No real cons to speak of here, other than there isn't really anything unique that makes this store stand out. No specific flavor or personality to it. This is just a classic, straightforward comic shop. Nothing wrong with that. VERDICT: There's a lot of good comics competition in Richmond. Some for weirdos, some for normies. This shop is for the more traditional comics fan, who just wants the best version of a standard comic book store.

Vinyl Conflict (I'm assuming named after the Slayer boxset of same name) is a great store I came…read moreacross online. They had a bunch of cheap cheap $3-$10 records and I bought some. All were used (and all were in great shape upon arriving). Pretty freaking cool for $85 (includes shipping), for 13 records, that I genuinely enjoy and look forward to listening to again. I was really pleasantly surprised at how many records they had on the cheap that were in my wheelhouse. The descriptions on the website were very helpful, letting me (the buyer) know the condition of the record, if it came with an insert/poster/whatever, and if it was colored. Sometimes even more info than that. These guys and gals know how to vinyl. The guy I communicated with at Vinyl Conflict through email (Bobby) was really cool and didn't care about last-minute additions to my order. Packaging was great too upon receiving it. They're no dummies. Check out Vinyl Conflict, you might find some great music for a great price. Jesus I sound like a commercial. But do it anyway!

It's downtown, so parking sucks but it's worth it…read more They not only sell new and used vinyl, but they also have a few CDs, cassettes, and merch. Helpful and friendly service, awesome and interesting finds, and just something fun to do if you're bored. In fact, I think it was boredom that turned me into a hipster to begin with. And ironically enough, I'm currently in the process of knitting a beanie, no joke. :-D