Adorable Records and Coffee Shop in Bainbridge Island across from Seattle. The staff were warm and…read morefriendly. Interior was cozy. Nice selection of music albums. We tried their iced coffees. Absolutely delicious! Highly recommend!

Such a great place to take a time out from the world. Scored two great records today. Staff was…read morefriendly. Music playing was good. They serve Pegasus coffee. Great Selection of new and used vinyl, CD's, and cassettes too. Will be back!

Came here killing some time between shifts in the area and what a cool little shop that takes you…read moreback to the mid 2000's and prior. There is wall to wall media of music both CD's/cassettes, DVD's movies- including box sets of shows. Some of which are new or are in great condition. It's a relatively small shop but it's packed with so much media, you could spend a bit of time here if you're looking for something specific or even if you're browsing. It's just on the other side of 405 but still considered part of Totem Lake. What's nice is Vortex would be considered a small business, I mean what other major retailer these days buys and sells physical media like this presently? furthermore, I'm all for the preservation of physical media with so much of everything going digital now. If I'm looking for something in particular and need it for my DVD or CD player, I'll probably try here and perhaps you should too.

Vintage CD's, DVD's, records, laser discs, and all other types of physical media. This is one of my…read morefavorite record stores, and I can only speak for the records. Seattle record shops are often picked over, so come over here to find treasures and better pricing. They also have the new records here too, and vinyls seem to be priced according to quality as you can find the same vinyls priced differently. Selection is great without being impossible to browse through. The owner is pretty friendly. There's also nice ambient music playing in the background (on a record player, of course). I bought some records where the album cover was very worn, so I wasn't expecting much but miraculously they played without any noise. Amazing!

I only checked out the records part of the store, but they also sell and buy Legos. They also have…read morea minor section with CD's and clothes (band T's), but the focus is on records. Vinyl selection is organized, and most of them are graded and priced accordingly. Just a note that I only picked up NM (Near Mint) records for older records, but grading seems a little too generous here as one of the records had many visible scratches when you hold it under the light and you can hear them when playing (for comparison, I don't see NM grading as common in other record shops). I picked up a handful of records here. The staff is knowledgable and friendly, and atmosphere is nice with light pop songs playing in the background. It seems they also have vinyl listening sessions too. Check out the staff picks and local sections as well as the bargain bin for some interesting selections.

I can only speak about the lego part of the store…read more The hours are limited, so do check the schedule before you go. This place is great. They purchase and sell lego sets, including older sets that are very hard to source. The oldest I've seen was from 1980, to give you an idea. Most are contemporary or from the 2010s, of course. The prices are very fair. An out of print set might go for a few bucks more than its original retail price if it isn't super rare. The owner isn't trying to gouge you and she's very open about her pricing policy. The owner is a font of knowledge about all things lego. She's extremely dedicated: she verifies every used set for integrity (and replaces missing bricks), she guarantees completeness for any set you buy, she'll source lego sets for you, she'll hold sets for you at the cash, and answer every which question you have. She's also very personable. The store attracts teens, families and adult collectors.

A nice little store in the same block of Burien that used to host Budget Tapes and Records. Small…read moreselection of vinyl records, but it's good stuff fairly priced, along with a handful of CD's and cassette tapes. The owner, Brandon, is a nice guy, easy to chat with. It's nice that Burien has a couple of record stores again.

The owner, Brandon, is quite friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. The storefront is clean and…read moreorganized. There is a lot better selection of new/reissue vinyl and the prices are comparable to online and larger record stores. Good place to turn to if you are looking to support a friendly, small business instead of a larger store.

Everything you could ever want from a tucked away record shop. Easy going homies behind the…read morecounter, a few hidden gems every now and then, and of course solid music to guide your stay. Highly recommend stopping in and supporting a shop that deserves to stick around.

I'd love to visit on a more regular and frequent basis. The main challenge is getting a parking…read morespot at their small lot or any adjacent street parking. No surprise since they're located in a popular stretch of upper Fremont. That being said, when I do stop in it remains a well curated vinyl shop. One is bound to find something unique and reasonably priced, whether new or used. Welcoming staff.

I was in town for a few days and wanted to do some vinyl hunting. Never been to this area before,…read moreso I decided to take a chance. First impression: store name lives up to expectations!! Great prices, all vinyl I checked were clean and in VG++ to EX condition. Found two great finds for a very great price!! The owner (I assumed at the counter) was very polite and knowledgeable about music. I highly recommend this small store, especially if you are looking for classic rock vinyl.

It's a shame that I drove all the way from Seattle to explore this store only to find it closed on…read morea day that they state that they would be open. Unfortunate as I haven't been to this location and I am giving the rating on the fact that I was here when they should have been open. I even called the store at 12:05 thinking someone might be in the back room. Nope. I gave them the customary 15 minute frame, but it looks like I will take my business to a store that be open when they state they should be open. Quite disappointed. Walking back to my car empty handed. Won't come down here unless I am in the neighborhood which is unlikely.

Love this bookstore! Always leave with a few books and get great recommendations from whomever is…read moreworking. I truly can't just window shop when I stop in.

While this bookstore is housed in a tiny space, the books are well curated and the owner…read moredelightful. There are also many other fun treasures to be discovered while perusing. We left with a couple of books from our "to read" lists, as well as a few stickers, and we look forward to visiting again when we're in the area. Pro-Tip: Make sure to support your local, independent bookstores! These spaces are an important part of our communities.

We call them up and ask if they have a movie to hold for us and they always seem to be a real easy…read moreway to buy movies cds or anything you like in there store!

YES, I want my heavy metal and Platters satisfies my cerebral needs. If need the latest in music…read moreI'll head to Silver Platters to load up on cd's or lp's for my collection. Plus it's an exceptional outlet for purchasing used music or selling music your not enthused about anymore. About every 6 months I purge and drop off a box and grab store credit for my next binge shopping experience. For the movie buffs well they have a well stocked area of new & used movies and tv shows on dvd & Blu ray. Keep in mind your supporting a local business and real music enthusiasts who work the counters. Amazon does not share the knowledge of the staff or can share with you information on new music. This is why you shop at SILVER PLATTERS! Frank B give this a 5 star rating and it shows!

Eagle Harbor Book Company feels like the kind of place that would show up in a rom com or cozy…read moremystery. A sweet, attractive independent bookstore on a beautiful island, where you might meet a handsome stranger, a dastardly murderer, or even a handsome stranger who turns out to be a dastardly murderer. I spent a few hours on Bainbridge Island during a family trip to Seattle, and we enjoyed a leisurely browse at this bookstore. It was well stocked with books of every genre, as well as a strong selection of gifts and toys. My Seattle friend told me Eagle Harbor had carried my book, at least when it first came out, so I forgave them for no longer having it on the shelves six years later. I was very happy to see my friends Kara Loo and Jennifer Young's novel in the romance section. It's their first book, and I think it's a good sign that the store stocks new releases by debut writers. I really just love a good bookstore, and being in Eagle Harbor Book Company made me happy, even as my children demanded I buy them every colorful thing that entered their field of vision. I'd be a regular if I lived on the island. I could rent a space next door and start solving crimes.

What a lovely bookshop! Nestled amongst other stores in downtown Bainbridge, this place is a gem…read more They have a great selection of books, alongside other delightful "bookish" paraphernalia. I loved the way the store was organized. Lots of fun featured and staff recommended titles! And as a local author, I especially appreciated that there was an entire section dedicated to local storytellers. We bought a stack of treats, and we're looking forward to coming back on our next trip to the area. Support your local bookstores, folks! We need these spaces in our communities.