Thoroughly enjoyed visiting this books and record store; as well as checking out their oddities space in the back. The books line most of the walls while the records take up most of the floor space. Along the top of the book shelves are random collectible or unique toys. In the display cases at the counter are some vintage and/or harder to find video games like NES, SNES, N64 and then whatever random wii or Xbox might have been traded in. On the side in an attached space they also have a room full of items for $2.They have a nice variety of books, including many that arent so common like a comedy and an occult section. The records were mostly older jazz, hip hop, and rock albums (probably pop too, Im not sure though). However they did have a section of older comedy records. I was disappointed that they did not have any sections for punk/indie rock/hardcore or any of their sub-genres; nor did they have much of one for metal (mostly hair metal, and definitely not one for the sub-genres like thrash, grind, black metal, etc..). Most of the punk or metal albums they had were all in the same display and they all consisted of record store day releases. This isnt a poor reflection of the store by any means, its simply stating to any potential customers not to come here for these; Im sure you can easily find a store for those genres. If the store owner reads this... people will come if you build those sections.The unique and/or collectible toys are not the main focus of the store (the records and books are); but they included fun items like a r.c. snake, a build your own invisible man kit, as well as some taller (2½-3ft) star wars or comic book figures, and a pile of halloween masks—just to name a few things.Anyway we loved this store.

We were driving by and Baltimore and had never seen this store before and decided to go in they have a very large selection of record albums and collections of Toys. The have a large room off to the side where they have comedy show

Has many, many more vinyl records than books — but STILL a great collection of books! Many categories, some of which are quite amusing (under the Nature shelf, a shelf labeled Bear Attacks) and a nice assortment of books I dont see in other used book shops. The fiction/literature section is relatively small but there are great finds (not rare, but uncommon). The sections labeled Science, Eastern and Gender were all interesting.

Fun place with a mini museum in the back for free. Didnt find any books I liked unfortunately. The used board games seem very steeply priced. Staff were polite and welcoming. Worth visiting at least once but I probably wouldnt make a big trip to return.

Really awesome store and the people are so nice and laid back. Awesome local shop

I love this shop! You can find a little bit of everything here. Vintage records, unique collectibles, and one of a kind finds. Steve (the owner) is incredibly nice, knowledgeable, and helpful. He goes above and beyond every time we stop in.

This place is perfect for anyone looking for a great selection of exceptionally reasonably priced used books, movies, vinyl, and an eclectic array of oddity items and pop memorabilia. A must for anyone looking for a unique book, hard to find vinyl, or gift. DO go to this shop. The owners are very sweet and friendly.

A little hard to find with no name signage out front but.. Fun blast from the past store! All the old school gadgets and gizmos and tons of books, video games, VHS, cassettes, and records. Everything was really well organized and prices were good. Friendly staff and informative for us out of towners as to places to see.

I was gonna buy a Mario plush and it was a bit too much over my budget so they gave me another Mario plush that was within my budget and it literally made my day. Also its cool inside and they have a cool manga section and the games they were selling looked cool too. Basically just a nice store and I will be going back if I ever visit Baltimore again. 🐌

Toys, records, philosophy and VHS movies, this place is not just unique to Baltimore but unique to the U.S. in its thoughtful bricolage and earnest want to please. Modestly priced, friendly owner, I am so pleased to have found it.

I felt totally COVID-safe browsing here the other day because the space is so big with high ceilings. It’s in an old red-brick warehouse. Nice selection of books. The books were all in perfect condition. At first I was confused as to whether they were new or used. I ended up walking away with four perfect-condition books (2 hardcovers, 2 paperbacks) for just 25 bucks.

Great store alot to look through. Books movies records cool vintage toys along with video games

Nice little shop with a large variety! Especially liked the hall of criptids. Definitely would go again.

This place is a hidden treasure! Really appreciated the organization by subject matter which is sometimes haphazard in used book stores. We found many current books on philosophy and medicine.

Such a cool place, filled to the brim with vintage toys, games, records, memorabilia, and books. I felt like I was on a treasure hunt, I actually found a few gems.

This place has everything! Books, vinyls, toys, comics and dvds/Blu rays. The owner is really nice and place is highly recommended for these items

Excellent. Gotta stop by if youre in the area.

This place took me back in time. Cant wait for a chance to revisit.

Large selection of albums at a reasonable price. The albums are categorize in alphabetical order and genre, making it easy to find what youre looking for.Highly recommended.

Great store for used books and records. Also has a good selection of used video games.

Loved this place, so much fun to search and fine so many cool items!

Cool book and record store. Remember to check out Dr Glooms Crypt if Curiosities in the back of the store !!

Great hidden gem of art and oddities in Pigtown/Federal Hill area! Awesome retail selection of used (and new) books, records, toys and more!

This shop has the coolest stuff! Mind blown in full... Lots of retro goodness and nostalgia. Great selection of books and vinyl, but the crypt was by far my favorite!

A great store, used books, music, and more including the Crypt of Curiosities.

Record selection is pretty bargain-bin. When it isnt, its usually overpriced. 70s represses of 60s albums are not $90 collectors items.

Theres always something new and interesting here each time we visit. I even got a pair of roller skates once! The prices are great and the staff are very knowledgeable and cool.

Prolific selection of books, toys, and records that has something for everyone, but especially the nostalgic and the morbid.

Fantastic selection of records, books, and more! Steve is an endless source of knowledge and happy to help you find what you need. And be sure to check out the Crypt of Curiosities, too!

Quirky place with a large selection of used books. There was some odd music choice but I think it goes with the vibe. Theres also more items being sold than just books, we saw board games, audio tapes, star wars figures etc.

One of the coolest, most unique, expertly curated stores I have ever seen. There are so many pop culture pieces, so much music and books. This is an an Amazing store to find a gift for just about anyone. I cannot recommend highly enough!

The crypt of curiosities was so cool and fun! I also found some great books while i was there. Well worth the walk!

Went here with my kids today. I went for the records but found they had a decent kids kids book section. They also had a good amount of games. Great selection of records. Kids made out like bandits and I got some good deals on records. Id recommend anyone to stop by.

Since I just purchased a record player, I decided to stop by. I found some gems of music that I grew up listening to.

Great selection of books and records. Steve is very friendly and always goes out of his way to help me to find things that Im interested in. They even have a creepy and cool little museum of oddities in the back of the shop. I definitely recommend stopping by if youre in the area.

Never have I regretted stopping by at this place. They always seem to have one thing or another among records, CDs, DVDs, video games, board games, memorabilia, and books that catches my eye. Only once out of maybe 20 times so far have I left with my hands empty handed. The owner and staff are very friendly and helpful, and have very good taste in the music playing store-wide.

This place is a true hidden gem: a 10 min. walk from the harbor with a diverse, ecclectic, affordable abundance waiting for any book lover. Knowledgeable, friendly assistance, and a special secret room in the back for a currated Ripleys-like hit of weird.

My kind of place! Thousands of used vinyl albums, extremely well organized and priced right. Also has a large selection of used books and some unusual antique/vintage things. The store clerk is very knowledgeable about music and the inventory they have. Back of the store has a bizarre exhibit with a vampire corpse, figi mermaids, mummy....more. Spend at least an hour here!

Its a nice record store/oddity shop. Big selection and good prices for mostly anything. Anything except the display pieces? It was a strange deal, they have decoration pieces on the shelves with the items they sell, but you cant buy the items that are decorative. But you dont know theyre really decorative. Hard to explain or to really understand. But still worth your time to check out!

Dropped in to see Dr Glooms Crypt of Curiosities. Worth a look if you want to see some creepy things and maybe suspend belief for a while. Great record shop too, with what looked like an extensive selection.

Great record selection. You could spend hours looking for good finds. Books, CDs, cassettes, tons of cool stuff. Prices are reasonable.

Librarian was very welcoming and friendly. Huge selection of games/records/books.

Great book and record store! Friendly staff, excellent selection and great value. Two thumbs up and smile from me! Good Instagram account too :)

I call before I came to the record store to see if they buy all types of records. The guy who I spoke to told me yes. When I came to the store and told the two guys that was working there I wanted to sell the records I brought with me, they acted like they could not understand what I was telling them. One of the guys who was working there was rule. He really did not look at the records. He told me some of the records look a little damage, even though he did not really look at the records I brought to the store to sell. I went home and look at my records again. They was not damage. I call the store and told them the records I was trying to sell to them was good. The guy who I spoke to told me they did not buy all types of records even though they told me before I went to the store to try to sell them they do buy all types of records. The customer service was bad. This was the only time I went to this record store and my last time. I will not come back to this store again.

I am so excited by the books I found here, I can barely contain myself!! I love used book stores, and this one takes the cake... I only wish I could come back over and over again...

Massive collection of all things retro from toys to videogames, books and an enormous collection of records meticulously organized. They have good blues and jazz section and even a pretty good soundtrack collection. The staff we met were very cool people and happy to help play some music for us - I found some long sought after discs here. Looking forward to that listening station!

HEY YOU!Seriously go there!! its an experience in its own that you dont get otherwise. The working force behind that store is super informative and fair with their pricing scale which when do you experience fair anymore? GO THEREI was taken by a friend and now I pass down the tradition every time I go I bring a new friend, you should tooooooP.s THEY HAVE ALL THOSE THINGS YOU THOUGHT YOUD NEVER FIND

This vendor advertised and charged me for an item that was not shipped. This vendor also misstated condition of items. Be very wary of claims made by this vendor on quality and quantity of used and rare books.

I cannot say more positive things about this shop. They have, by far, one of the best record collections Ive ever seen, not to mention curios.

Great selection of trade paperbacks. If youre a comic fan, check it out!

Love this place. Go mostly for the reasonable children used books! Now in a much larger open space

Great selection of books, movies, records, toys, games, and more. The crypt is fun!

Cool place with lots of interesting finds. The oddities room is worth checking out.

Very cool weird store, good selection of used books and collectibles.

Great place to go to get records, books games, and more. Great collection and staff!

This place is one of a kind!! Instantly taking back to my childhood,with all the cool toys and records

A nice place to visit and just look around

Love this store visut every year from england cant do enough to make us welcome and fulfill our need for vinyl thank you for a great experience x

Great selection of classic vinyl records. Fantastic customer service.

Cool record and book store, great selection of vinyl records and plenty of well organized books

Each time I wander in I find something else I know I needed. Great vinyl selection and a leave you be to shop attitide. Perfect!

What awesome find...great and unique selection of books and other items!!!

Great place to did through some vinyl, possibly finding that treasure hiding amidst the masses

I like the place is good very friendly and very helpful

Another great used record and book store. A wide variety of rock, soul, and jazz.

Awesome low key record and book store near Sharp-Leadenhall, Otterbein and Federal Hill. Nice folks.. support local biz!

Great selection and helpful friendly staff

Nice hidden gem. Great Selection too.

Great collection of science & non-fiction books. Could use a bit of interior decorating, however.

Great selections of records and books!

Great place, loved it. Lots of unique treasures.

Great selection, better price!

Awesome little store, great pricing on used books

Well organized vinyl sections for every genre

Great selection of everything from records to video games to collectibles

Nice selection! Thanks

Huge selection of books, records & nostalgic items

My favorite record store in the city!! And they have a little horror museum in the back!!

I looovvvveeee this place omg

Great selection of old records.

What a secret! A hidden gem for crate diggers

Awesome store, friendly staff

Good

Love the place

Books, records, and even old dvds and board games!

Fun stop in Baltimore

Fun place

Great selection

Awesome spot