Cheap Thrills
Record store in San Luis Obispo, CA
Cheap Thrills has been a fixture in San Luis Obispo since 1971, operating a 7,000 square foot space that stocks music, movies, and video games. The store features a dedicated vinyl record mezzanine on the upper level, along with a back issue comic room. It's situated halfway between Los Angeles and San Francisco on California's coast.
You'll find the store at 563 Higuera Street. For questions, call 805-544-0686 or visit cheapthrills.biz. You can also reach out through their Facebook page or email web@cheapthrills.biz.
Last updated: 2026-06-07
Quick facts
- 4.5 on Google (257 reviews)
- Multi-format music: vinyl, CDs, cassettes, DVDs, games, collectibles
- Connected to Captain Nemo's for games, RPGs, comics, figurines
- Upstairs vinyl section with used comics; stereo equipment and cables
- Dollar bins and deals across multiple mediums
- Video games for multiple systems including SNES
Source checked: 2026-07-11
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