Found this place on Yelp, started a new hobby and was excited to get to this place! Walked in, and was greeted with nice staff, they were so helpful and knowledgeable in artists I was curious about and also showing me new artists as well! They were so fun and the store has so many options, you could literally spend all day there, with their own turntable playing, it's seriously a good time! The owner, Steve helped me with so many questions and even gave this awesome tote!! read more

Iris Records - Vinyl Records Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Skip the picked over record stores of the 5 boroughs and head to this hidden gem in the heart of Jersey City. Steve has an incredible selection and variety of deep cuts. Went in for some Jóhann Jóhannsson and walked out with a Brian Eno record made in the Czech Republic. Will definitely be back for some Nicolas Jaar and Ryuichi Sakamoto. read more

Iris Records - Vinyl Records Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

This store has the best selection each time I go in there. From new releases to high quality used vinyl, they never disappoint.

I grabbed one record and then had to run out of there because I could have easily had spent $1000. Everywhere I looked was another record I wanted. Amazing selection. read more

I'm so glad I check my 'Nearby Feed', which was the reason I found out this place exist. I just bookmarked it to pass by one day. But then the wife wanted to enjoy the nice weather today and that was enough of an excuse to make a pit stop here. Got lucky finding street parking nearby as it's usually not an easy task in the area. Iris has a hefty selection of $1-$5 records , which is awesome. I mostly looked through their $1 Soul and Latin section. They also have a $1 rock section, which I must return for. Found a few gems for $1 and $5. Especially happy with one Latin record of a composer from my parents hometown in Dominican Republic. It's a Merengue and Bolero album from the 50's. It's priceless to me. But glad I only paid $5. Love that they have a 20% off Yelp coupon for 'Checking In'. I bought 8 records (2 at $5 each and 6 at $1 each). After my 20% paid only $12. That's $1.50 a record. Can't beat that. Can't wait to return. read more

Iris Records - Love the little stools for digging in the floor crates...key for my tall ass - Vinyl Records Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

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Iris Records has been Jersey City's best kept secret since the late 90's, and it has survived trying times, threatening to close its doors multiple times in the last few years. Iris Records is the stuff of legend. Do some research into their connections into old school hip hop and sampling loops in the 90's, and you'll see why its presence in the neighborhood was one of the first things that drew my roommates and I to the neighborhood originally... even if it is never open. Recent rehab of their 1930's pharmacy storefront and an increased presence at the PATH station's Creative Grove Friday afternoons have saved the store from extinction, and that is a very good thing. They've helped raise the stakes at Jersey City's Record Riots in a big way. Iris Records boasts an updated selection, listening booths, and the most eclectic, well-stocked vintage and unique vinyl I have found anywhere in NJ. They have strange store hours, which has always thrown me, but if you remember to stop by while they're open, you'll be in for a treat. With their recent store renovation, its easier than ever to navigate crates after crate and find the most amazing albums ever for just a few bucks. Whether you are picking classics for your next gig or are a total vinyl newbie, you will find something worth the trip, even if just to frame on the wall. read more

Iris Records - rare grooves - Vinyl Records Near Me - Jersey City, New Jersey

Came to this dope spot last week on my birthday to pick up some records. Steve was such a great help in assisting me while I searched for hidden gems. I picked up 5 vinyl and he gifted me a tote bag for my BDAY. Also took down the record I was trying to find and said he give me a call once he comes across them. read more

The vinyl shop closed it's doors and is no longer open. The owner was very abrasive and rude with customers. Some days he was decent, most days he is extremely moody, irritable, and rude. The vinyl shop itself was great. Nice selection of different types of music. Pretty fair prices. Owner just makes customers feel uncomfortable and unwelcome. Not the way you run a business. read more

visiting this awesome record store from switzerland some days ago. found cool stuff. and the owner, nick, is a great guy, too. you have to go there, soooooon! urs read more

I love this store. I just started buying records after my boyfriend got me a turntable and have been to a few different music stores that sell them. Most stores look at me when I walk in and just don't bother. This store is small enough that so far every time I have come in there was no one else shopping so the salesperson is always attentive and helping me find anything new. They have also been great with recommending me some older jazz and classical music since I don't know much about it and wanted to get into it more. I would give them an extra star because they helped me find an edith piaf record that I looked for at 5 or more stores. They offered to put my name down if something showed up and I actually got a call back. It was super exciting to play that record at my place for the first time. I can't wait to come back and find some more great records. read more

Hidden in a sleepy, unsuspecting corner of Downtown JC, you'll find Iris Records. Go on a Sunday after brunch and you'll find yourself back in time, listening to some great old records with other music lovers, young and old, covered in tattoos and piercings or dresses with hearts and rainbows, and looking for punk rock to classical. And everyone in between! We've found every kind of record in here and the stuff they play is so good that I have never failed to take a peek at what record is playing when I'm in there. Packed to the gills with carefully curated selections at a steal. You'll feel like it's the 90s again. And who doesn't want to relive the good old days? read more

I've been in this store 2 or 3 times. It's a gem. For the tiny space it occupies, this place is packed with crates of records. It's actually pretty well-organized too. All of the records are split into sections according to genre, then alphabetical. There are tons of $1 records that line the perimeter on the floor that are far less organized. There's a significant amount of digging to be done here. Their selection of new records is smaller, but growing quickly. Many of the new releases are a bit pricy compared to what you'd get them for directly from the label. I don't mind paying an extra few dollars for a record; it keeps the local shop alive. But the prices here keep me to a 1-record-max instead of my usual 2-3 per trip. The shop is a bit far off the beaten path for people who aren't locals to find. From the outside it's a bit unassuming, too. I think these guys would benefit from some more community engagement and marketing. Record sales have skyrocketed over the past few years, and Iris has the potential to be a landmark shop destination. I'd love to see them reach that potential. read more

You're not going to score some mega rare obscurity but you will find a small store packed with reasonably priced records. As a matter of fact the $2 bins take up at least 50% of the store space. The selection is decently curated and the owner is responsible for putting on the record riot events which come to JC once or twice a year. It's obvious that this is someone who cares about music as more than just a commodity. Whether you consider yourself a record collector or not I think it's important to support places like this which attempt to return some sanity to record buying. So instead of lamenting the loss of another decent record store come down and support one! Please note, hours are erratic. read more

Hidden treasure in downtown JC. I'm also glad to see them open on Thursday's now. I've just recently been discovered this place and have been coming here sporadically. In a short time i've found some really cool gems. My only selfish wish is that the Metal section was expanded upon just a bit as well as the 70's rock/psychedelic section. Besides that its always a good vibe when entering, helpful guys behind the counter, good tunes on the record player, and I never seem to leave here empty handed. read more

Iris Records has been a mainstay in my obsessive CD-collecting quest (yes, I still collect CDs and convert them to mp3s--nuts to you, iTunes!) for the past 5 years although I've never actually set foot in their store. My introduction to them came through their presence at various NYC street fairs and the Upper West Side's Grand Bazaar on Sundays. They never cease to amaze me with their carefully curated, eclectic selection. I never leave their stalls empty-handed or disappointed...I've even scored quite a few personal Holy Grails courtesy of Iris! And the owner, Steve, has become one of my very favorite people with which to do business with his vast knowledge and wry sense of humor. So if you're a musical omnivore like me and in NYC on a weekend and can't make the schlep over to JC, check out their website to see where they'll be--and revel in their awesomeness! read more

Iris Records's record selection is great. The staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. When I couldn't remember the name of an album I needed for a gift, the salesperson knew exactly what it was. Another time I went in and a record wasn't in the bin, the salesperson took time to double check in their stockroom. Shopping local is very important to me, so being able to buy from a local brick and mortar store instead of online is fantastic. read more

I bought 6 CDs at their street stand at a street fair; 3 out of the 6 I bought were unplayable because they are so scratched. It is true that I should have checked before purchasing them; nevertheless, the condition of the CD is telling enough about their assembled choices and this record shop--awful. read more

I have so many old records DVDs CDs .I just can not see my self throwing them out would love to see them go to somebody that will enjoy them.Do you buy old records cds dvds? read more

I purchased 3 CD's for $10 at the outdoor stand at Grove Street. I was pleased with the purchase and only wish she had a larger assortment of 60's & 70's R&B and soul music. read more

Wow....I want to love this place but compared to other places this is a cluttered confusing mess. It's quaint, it's cute...but navigating through this mess is the challenge. There seems to be no rhyme or reason to their organization of genres. Very limited "new" selections but what they do have good luck finding it....there are several new bins in various locations with vague genre's written on the bins to better assist (i.e. confuse) you? I asked for two different groups and neither were recognized by the clerk (Fitz and the Tantrums and Alt-J). I suppose I get it....it's not like I'm asking for The Rolling Stones....but if you work in a music shop you should have a pulse on all genre's to better serve your clients. read more

One of the best record stores I've ever been... very well organized... everything labeled so you can look and go straight to what you are looking for... read more

Great spot that has an old school charm and a great selection. A nice balance between new offerings, classics and obscure gems. The $1 bins held a lot of hidden scores and the staff was chill and knowledgeable. Housed in a former pharmacy, the shop exudes a cool worn in feel sans the pretentious vibe often ubiquitous with independent record spots. read more

I lived down the street from this place for years without ever realizing it. I found out about it after I moved and really wish I new about it sooner. They have a great selection of old and new records. They aren't open all of the time so make sure you check the hours of operation before you go. Every time I go I spend over an hour lost in a sea of vinyl. I find prices to be about average. Seems like over the past 3-4 years prices of new records has gone up quite a bit; and this place seems par for the course. The dude that works there is cool too. read more

Employees were very knowledgeable and charming, and the record selection (especially the vinyl classical) was wonderful and very well and selectively chosen. Additionally, the records were very inexpensive, and Iris Records provided cheap and prompt shipping so I wouldn't have to travel with large records. read more

Cool, little used record store in Downtown Jersey City. I heard of this place via word-of-mouth and found little info online but when I stumbled in, I was able to score some really cool $2 used vinyl to add to my collection. Can't wait to check it out again and I hope you get a chance to as well! read more

Iris rules. It's great to have a local record store that knows what they are doing. Always plenty of gems to find but more importantly the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. I am a little disappointed with record store day and how marked up from the MSRP some releases were. I also called ahead of time to see if they would have a certain release but they couldn't tell me yes or no which was odd. Overall I really like this store but I hope next year record store day will be a little but more organized. read more

What a gem. This store is the type of small, unique shop record hunters always appreciate. The crates are filled with well priced and well selected records. The store itself used to be a pharmacy, that's been transformed into a cozy music haven. They have little stools to sit on if you want to go digging through the bargain crates on the floor. The lady working today was warm and friendly, even after my 11month old son started making a fuss. Come support this great find. read more

Awesome, cozy little hole in the wall record store. The space has this sweet old, dingy apothecary vibe. I found a great quality 45 of The Tighten up by Archie Bell and the Drells, and there are definitely more treasures to be found. read more

I'm into classic jazz and 60-70's rock. This gem of a store has a fairly well organized selection of these genres. I spent 90 minutes and got through most of their offerings. The prices are reasonable. I say it's worth the trip. (I came 30 minutes from Bergen county). Enjoy! read more

An all around great store. Terrific and always updated selection, good prices, an interesting mix of material available. The owner has both a passion for dealing in music and the ability to succeed at it even in this day & age. Definitely worth a visit. read more

Open for 20 years! Awesome spot with great choice of records and friendly staff. Great to walk to on a Sunday morning.

IRIS Records is totally awesome. It's a record store for people who love records - run by people who love records. Look carefully though or you may pass it! A true hidden gem in Jersey City. read more

Really wanted to 3 star this place and support independent record stores -- I've given this place several chances over the years and only pop in when I'm in the area, hoping for the best. In four visits I've never walked away with a purchase, the bins are pretty ugly with basic VG+ rock and jazz staples but nothing special. Their reissue game is on point so if you're looking for new pressings, support this Jersey City merchant. The breaking point for me was checking out their new arrivals the other day and finding an og Cluster & Eno priced at $50. Now, I'm sure there is a Popsike listing out there justifying this nonsense, but I got my NM og Sky copy at Academy for $12 just a few years ago. I realize there are only so many greying ex-Maxwell's habitues to hoover in sick indie collections off of, but a move like that smacks of a record store with little turnover and no killer incoming stock. It's cool they branched out into running the Record Riots, but if you're thinking of taking a PATH train all the way from NYC and then hoofing it over to check out this pukepile, don't say you weren't warned. read more

Iris Records is the 'classic' album store of my youth growing up in the 60's and 70's. A great selection of albums priced very affordable. great staff in the two Steve's who run the store both very knowledgeable and show alot of passion for the music, whether it be classic rock or dj style hip-hop/r & b styles. If your seaching for a specific item or just checking out their stash of records you will find what your looking for and more...for the vinyl head out there, its a music shop to stop by and visit. Go ask the questions and get the answers, they aim high at Iris records! read more

i visit at the grand bazaar west 77th street schoolyard every sunday that i can get there, great cd selection, years now and never had a bad one [altho, if so, he is there to correct - "he" is steve], price is right too AND lots of vinyl too, ifn that's your thing - i ALWAYS come away with something - check him out, see you there read more

This place is the best record shop in northern NJ. Always have a stellar slection, priced right. This is the only record store worth going to in jersey anymore as far as I'm concerned, it truly blows all competitors out of the water. read more

I'm not in the habit of leaving negative feedback since I myself buy and sell audio equipment and have received and given a lot of positive feedback. Do not, I repeat, do not sell Steve your used CD's he will rip you off and probably insult you at the same time. He is a thoroughly unpleasant person to deal with, he even dared me to go sell my 100 CD's to F.Y.E. for the $1 per CD I was asking for and said he would give $5000 if I could, guess what I did receive $100 for them but of course he wasn't around to see the receipt I got from F.Y.E. read more

I found this place by complete chance, walking out of a restaurant and seeing a xerox copy of a sign, "Iris Records Now Open". I almost missed the sign but thank god I didn't! I walked down the street and ended up spending 4 or 5 hours in the store. I found such a great selection of records at an amazing price. I am listening to a $2 record right now, perfect condition! I felt like I did a time warp searching through the vinyls, listening to them on their listening station. It was great! Check it out, you won't regret the time spent. read more

Visited the store for the first time today. Really cool shop. Lot of vinyl to dig through. The guy working the counter was very nice and attentive. They had a DJ spinning tunes. Great experience. Will definitely be visiting again. read more

In trying to help my mother deal with her large collection of vinyl, I called this store. I had a great experience with the owner on the phone. He educated me on the value of different types of records, offered me a few suggestions and was generally helpful and kind. I look forward to checking out this store in person one day! read more