Mercer Street Books & Records
Record store in New York, NY
Mercer Street Books & Records mixes vintage books and vinyl on Mercer Street near NYU. The shop stocks hard-to-find 70s reprints—including Cold War action novels in pristine condition for $5—alongside pricier rare editions. The record section rewards extended browsing.
Browsing takes time here. Plan an hour or more to work through the bins.
Last updated: 2026-07-05
Quick facts
- 4.6 on Google (346 reviews)
- Vintage records and books with hard-to-find 70s reprints at $5 each
- Deep inventory rewards extended browsing—hour-long digs are common
- Pristine Cold War action novel reprints priced at $5 per copy
- Substantial record selection supports extended flipping sessions
- Unique vintage finds across visits suggest consistent rare stock
- Located near NYU in SoHo neighborhood
Source checked: 2026-07-09
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