My first time there a little out of the way Great selection…read morefair prices Staff was very helpful and knowledgeable Charlie

to be quite honest the blonde tall lady is extremely rude. I was asking her to look for something…read morefor me and she told me " speak up what are you looking for." It's a hit or miss with her constantly, the other guy is extremely nice. If you're looking for a record store in monterey it's probably the best for a selection of newer artists and old record store day releases.

Cute vinyl shop in Monterey. Lots n lots of used and new records. Good place for browsing and…read moredigging. Found some interesting listens. Check it out and spend some time. Have fun!

A visually-aesthetic record store with a decent selection of older and modern vinyls. The place…read moresmelled pleasantly of incense, the cashier at the front was friendly, and the vibes were good.

Love, love, love! A must-visit if you're in Carmel-by-the-Sea. This is such a unique bookstore…read moreexperience- I'm pretty sure we wandered and explored for about an hour and could have stayed even longer. They have a wonderful selection of books, tarot cards, crystals, and of course, the secret garden... how does it get any better than that? The garden is incredibly peaceful and zen, and every step feels like discovering something new. Tucked in the back is a charming little shop with a cute selection of décor, wind chimes, candles, and more. Absolutely loved this bookstore. As a bookstore lover, this one is definitely at the top of my list

If you're in Carmel, you have to visit Pilgram Bookstore and Secret Garden. Run by a lovely…read morehusband-and-wife team, both spots feel like hidden gems. Pilgram Bookstore is cozy and has an amazing selection of books for being so tiny. It's easy to lose track of time here! Just a short walk away, Secret Garden is the perfect spot to relax. With its peaceful atmosphere and beautiful plants. Both places are full of charm and heart. Highly recommend them!

Havent shopped the new Marina location but I discovered them in Salinas while on jury duty and was…read moreimpressed. I started my massive KMFDM collection there (Godlike+UAIOE) before moving to SF then Portland (both HUGE goldmines for used vinyl+CDs), but MusicZone had some gems that I wasnt finding down in Monterey. Glad they moved closer to the Carmel/PacificGrave crowd necause Salinas is a bit far, although crrtainly worth the trip..

I have known the owner Robert 4 soo many years now.... I use to frequent this business every week…read morefor years back on Main Street in Salinas, when Efrén Sifuentes was there- good ol days! They always treated me well, and were fair. I use to trade in my music on cassette and CDs and 12" back in the day for stuff that I wanted or cash.... They have been around for years now. Glad they are still in business. ~ Craig

Good prices, well organized store. Always find a couple of nuggets in the bargain bin that just…read moreneed a little cleaning. Have never gone empty handed here.

I initially came here excited and ready to spend money today with my family. I have a love for…read morerecords and have collected them for years. I came across this place on my visit to Monterey and decided I would go and check out the store. I went with my wife and three kids ages 7, 5 and 8 months old. I was carrying my 8 month old in her baby carrier. As I opened the door to the business, an older bearded man with long hair who worked behind the counter prevented my family from entering the store saying that the business was full and he did not want children in the store. He went on to say there was also water damage which is not my problem and completely unprofessional to tell a first time customer. The man was extremely rude and appeared bothered by me and my family. I responded by saying that I would take my business elsewhere and he slammed the door shut behind me like a child! Never have I experienced such a rude and disrespectful attitude from a business. My children asked why the man was so angry and I told them that it wasn't their fault and we would not support a business who treats people that way. I will never go here and will make sure all of my friends and family stay clear of this place. I come from a family with military and law enforcement backgrounds and this man made me and my family feel less than and unwelcome as first time customers! This was a bizarre and wild experience as a proud American to endure.

It was a cloudy Saturday afternoon with scattered showers. After checking out the farmer's market…read moreand having brunch, we decided to stop by here. Lots of new books that were on display that piqued my interested as well as older hardcovers that made me take pause. It was a welcoming space with quotes on the walls from authors, notably Steinbeck. Several customers came in asking for titles which the store managers readily knew about. I was able to ask about Fort Ord, since it was relatively nearby and maps were on display. Being an out-of-towner, I asked Trish the store manager about James Dean and learned about the significance of his last drive. She also gave us some advice to read the first chapter of America and Americans to get a sense of how Monterey was back then. Very informative and lovely conversation.

I love books so I obviously love bookstores…read more This is a nice sized bookstore with lots of books. I was confused about how the books were organized. It can be hard to find a book, but the owner will help you if you need it. Prices seem comparable to other used bookstores. I did not buy anything because I am on a no-buy but I would recommend stopping in here if you're a bookworm like me.

Felt nostalgic coming back here. I always love coming here just to walk around and look through all…read morethe physical media (DVDs, CDs, vinyls, etc). I particularly like this record store more than Redwood because of the large variety of music genres. I saw how they had some of my dad's favorite bands like REM and carried older albums of my favorite artists. My boyfriend and I were able to score an old Lil Wayne album as well. Love the charm this place has and they are able to cater to everyone's kind of music. Still giving niche, but up to date as well!

What a great experience. I remember the days of vinyl records and I remember the CD store on 41st…read moreAve in Capitola. And I remember Tower Records elsewhere. Pretty good selection there and then. Tower had great selection too. Customer service: so so. Knowledge of staff there and then so so. But I don't think I've ever seen a selection of vinyl and CDs like the one at Streetlight on Pacific. And what a great crew! I was there to trade in my lifetime of Vinyl records and a few CDs as I downsize into old age, but when I got there, I was just astounded by the Customer Service and selection. Hats off to Mike. Highly recommended across the board.

This bookstore has a HUGE collection of various authors and books alike. Went with a group who all…read morehad varying tastes & interests and we each purchased a couple of books. Not only do they have a large selection of books, the staff is very friendly and helpful, but the prices are incredible - best of all, the money earned goes towards a good cause. I will definitely be going back soon!

Very cool and quirky, mostly used bookstore that we visited during a quick kid-free weekend away at…read moreMarina Dunes. I've been into mystery's and thrillers lately and had forgotten a book at home, so I wanted something to read on the beach. This place is packed with books, with an interesting lay out, and a chill vibe. I had a hard time finding specific books on my Goodreads list, but walked away with a classic thriller I've never read "A Simple Plan", and a cozy mystery "The Thursday Murder Club". My husband and I probably spent 90 mins looking at books and the staff left us alone, only asking if we needed help once. The best part...they were having a big sale so both books were under 4 bucks. Definitely worth a visit!

If your looking for Vinyl in Salinas then this is the place to go. Small spot with not too many LPs…read morebut a lot of quality funk , disco , classic rock and a bit of reggae and hip hop. Angel was very helpful and said if there's any LP I'm looking for he can most likely get it or may have it in the warehouse.

Super cool and helpful guy working the place. Has both a popular and obscure collection of musicread more

2 stars only because book selection is really good. But I randomly got charged $6 for something I…read moredidn't buy. I was visiting from out of town so I didn't check it until I got home 3 hours later. I emailed them a picture of receipt and asked why I received this charge. I thought it was the book marks but I the cashier asked us if we wanted "complimentary" bookmarks. I also called the next morning during business hours but there was no answer. I'll come back and will now always check my receipt before leaving the door. As of 4/9/24 - never got a reply - nothing.

I bought a book last week and came with 2 of my friends. I bought thinking fast and slow, I did not…read morelike it so today I went to return it. Suzan was extremely disrespectful asking if "I was sure this is the right book store I got it from" and I asked why would I walk into this bookstore then? She replied back saying "because there's more than one bookstore in this area". I did not have a receipt but I did show her the purchase receipt on my Wells Fargo account. They don't even give you a refund just a store credit, which she did not go over. Do better on handling customer service!