Ran by prejudice imbeciles. My first time going here, I wanted to listen to a record we noticed…read morethat the needle was missing. My boyfriend and I go up to the front and kindly ask if we could listen to a record and the ignorant employee with the gray hair stated only if we wanted to buy that record. He repeated this ignorant statement three times to us. How will I know if I want to buy it if I haven't heard it? It is no longer the 90s we have streaming nowadays I could've just looked this up on my phone but to be respectful I opted for the record player. The employee said I'd have to give him my drivers license in exchange for the needle. I did so, I listened to the record it did not please me. I took the needle off went back up to the front and retrieve my license. We then continued to look around for other records but that experience totally threw me off to the point where I didn't want to listen to anything else because of how rude the workers were. My boyfriend has been going there for years and encountering that was shocking. I suspect it's due to prejudice! Fortunately we love music and we did buy the records we came in there looking for. But I would never go back here again!

I have visited four vinyl record stores in the Chicago area and Hyde Park had the widest selection…read morefor me - Soul, Disco, House. I was there well over an hour and spent over $500 in used and new vinyl. I felt that the prices were fair based on rarity and quality of the records. There were some new 12" records that were priced bit higher than I would like so I passed on them. The young man that checked me out found me a big box for my selections so that I could easily mail them to myself. My only criticism is that there were major stacks of vinyl behind the counter that hadn't been put out for sale yet. I had a fear of missing out there! I will definitely be back on my next visit to Chicago. This place is a staple for Hyde Park.

Really cool spot! It has a coffee bar area where you can buy brews and booze. Also has a nice patio…read morearea too that is for perfect summer music jam sessions. Records are affordable. We came to see the DJ showcase. They teach djaying lessons and we had two friends who finishes the classes and participated in the showcase it was so fun. They have a really great selection of records from R&B hip-hop to rock country and soul that even also have books and vintage magazines on sale.

From the owner: We are a Chicago-based record dealer specializing in obscure & classic - Soul, Funk, Jazz, Latin,…read moreRock, Blues, World Music, New Wave / Industrial, Hip-Hop, Disco, Dance, House in LP, 12inch single, & 45rpm formats. The shop’s name says all about who we are. In the Japanese language, “Miyagi” means shrine fortress. It’s about protecting something almost intangible and very precious. Influenced by the hyper-curated, hidden-away vinyl shops of Tokyo, Japan, our goal is to become your 'secret spot.' The crane that you can see on our logo is a symbol of longevity and prosperity in Japanese culture. Miyagi Records embodies all these concepts.

I enjoyed popping in here for indie book store day. They have a great selection of books for all…read moreages.

Do you love bookstores?…read more Stumbled on this treasure near the University of Chicago campus. Enter the red door on the brick walled building, go down a few stairs and enter 57th Street Books. What a cute slice of reading heaven. Fiction. Fantasy. Romance. Murder mystery. Science. Biography. Children's books. So many books! Dress Like a Girl. Sunrise on the Reaping. The Lilac People. Dyscalculia. Say You'll Remember Me. The Grief Keeper. Klara and the Sun. The Road. Suggestions for Yelp Book Club?? Read the comment cards below the books to see the opinions of others. Or, grab a YRAB for your kids. The Young Readers Advisory Board offers free pre-publication books for children to read and review. The children's reading book nook is so cute. A cute bookstore to buy a book. Get hooked on books, because reading is addictive!

This is simply the best bookstore for new books between the coasts. I can't think of one on the…read moreeast or west coasts right now that might be better. So it may very well be the best bookstore in the country.

Just an amazing variety of academic and professional books. Can't believe this place exists. Good…read morespace to find sone quality reading material not in typical, even independent bookstores. Layout library like with a few places to sit and peruse. Found some keepers for a normal price point.

This place is so cute with a great selection of books that quite frankly I havent seen in store…read more So a BIG THANK YOU to Tamara! I am traveling from out of town and had been all around the city. I tried to plan with enough time to get from place to place and so when another bookstore was close (it just happened to be closer to my original location) which I wasnt expecting I hopped on the bus to literally race to Call and Response. My service on the bus was not working and I wasnt sure I would make it. With minutes left, I called literally hoping I can just peek in at the store. I love black owned bookstores and go in every city. Tamara probably heard my lowkey panic and definitely extended her kindness and let me look around while she wrapped up. To not take advantage I picked out some TBR reads (the list is long so it was quick) and hopefully made it worth it. The store was easy to find what I was looking for and set up so cute. I was truly grateful! I will definitely be keeping this on my list for future trips.

Love this place so much from the moment I walked in! They have a vast range of books and also a…read moresection for my favorite genre, contemporary romance!!! I most loved that they have a selection of independent authors that I don't usually see in book stores. I also love a book store that is configured to invite people stay. If you purchase a book, consider sitting a while and reading it. The sitting area is cozy and cute! There's also a selection of vinyl records! They also have a blind date with a book section! Essentially, you can get a surprise book based on the description. The person working in the store told me that they bring authors in for talks and signings. It's definitely worth making a visit to this place!

I adore this bookstore. It's very cozy inside and the staff is super helpful…read more They may not know the title of every single book that's in there, but they can certainly point you in the direction of where it could possibly be. I went in looking for about 2 of the 15 books I bought and still spent less than I would have if I went to any other bookstore nearby.

The first time I bought a book by myself, saved up my allowance, walked here, and got a paperback…read moreby Phillip K. Dick. It was 1972. Love this bookstore. Great selection, it's in the vicinity of the University of Chicago so you're likely to find well read books from the personal libraries of people who use words like "hermeneutical," and "epistimelogical," and yet they also have a good selection of mysteries and science fiction. Good choices in poetry, history, science, literature, and collectibles. Read books and learn stuff.

The selection of books is top-notch, and the customer service is equally impressive. The store…read moreexudes a warm and inviting vibe, with its vibrant and welcoming decor. During my visit, I stumbled upon their monthly book club meeting, where the discussion was incredibly engaging. After the meeting concluded, some of the members continued their conversation and invited me to join. And guess what? I accepted and joined their monthly book club. Check out their website; they have a plethora of exciting events. I've found my new favorite bookstore.

One of my favorite bookstores in all of Chicago. Came for a special event, color and sip. Enjoyed…read morethe beautifully curated coloring books, conversation, and chill vibes!