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Amoeba San Francisco
Record Store, Music Store, and Music Venue
Haight Ashbury, San Francisco
Has a stamp of approval from SF Weekly and Travel + Leisure
"An amazing selection of vinyl."(3 Tips)
"converted bowling alley houses every genre"(3 Tips)
"Amazing records selection and one of the coolest hidden gems in SF!"(2 Tips)
"Jazz vinyl section"(2 Tips)
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Jack KetchamJuly 13, 2015Huge selection with rare stuff on the walls. Jazz vinyl section is very well rounded, a lot of new represses and original pressings. Check used records they have in sleeves & new arrivals!
- Travel + LeisureSeptember 30, 2014This converted bowling alley houses every genre, from rock and jazz to hip-hop and Japanese pop to electronica and reggae, with an emphasis on the experimental. Read more
Emily KaneMarch 22, 2015Make sure to leave some time to look at all of the old show poster prints they have. Some really great finds here.
- J JohnMarch 4, 2018A gorgeous throwback to a sorely missed era. Alt rock, indie music and some rare classics in vinyl are among their inventory. There’s also an in house green pain clinic.
Fikri FıratMay 28, 2017One of the biggest record stores I've visited. Good if you are looking for new tracks, not very user friendly and rich in collection if you are looking for older tracks and treasure hunting
Melon LAugust 29, 2015Of course their collection is fantastic. They even have hard to find anime DVDs. More importantly though, don't miss the free live concerts from up and coming artists.
Tony XerriMay 24, 2013I discovered this place after listening to 107.7 The Bone Radio here in NY and I must say it was worth the 2600+ mile trip! The smell, the nostalgia, the LP's, everything about this place is amazing.
SusanSeptember 11, 2013If you love Vinyl and would like to lose track of some time and money, this is the place to visit. Good selection on 45s. Nice punk finds.
Corrie DavidsonAugust 12, 2013Amoeba us the record store to end all record stores. They have...everything. If you get paralyzed your first time out just buy an Amoeba reusable tote. You always need one in SF.
Thê-Minh TrinhSeptember 9, 2014Leave your backpack at the entrance and spend a serious amount of time browsing the solid "used" sections. The place is huge! They also have video games and movies- Stephen BayerFebruary 4, 2015If I ever win the lottery, I'm never walking back through that door or I'd blow it all in an hour. An amazing selection of vinyl. Their branded merch is dope.
Kelly RMarch 1, 2016Great selection of vinyl. Prices are a little high but you can't beat the selection offered in this store. Don't park in the McDonalds next door. They tow.
kaleb askewNovember 5, 2011The best record store in the Bay Area. It's a gigantic musical wonderland for the enthusiastic record connoisseur. Don't plan on spending just an hour or two here, you will likely blow off your plans.
JipstaApril 9, 2015This is one of the greatest stores in the world. Having my entire music catalog in their database is the icing on the cake!
JorgeJune 28, 2017Not just records! There are vintage posters, t-shirts and an excellent selection of books. Plus there's a movie area!
DJ EvokeJanuary 31, 2013Go for the free in-store concerts and stay for the heavenly vinyl finds. This is my favorite place to waste a lot of time, and yes, sometimes money!- Caroline DengJanuary 17, 2016Amazing records selection and one of the coolest hidden gems in SF! You can also head to Golden Gate Park afterwards!
Brent MMay 1, 2011Great selection of music. I recommend making a list of items you want before you enter there so you aren't to overwhelmed like I was with the mass amounts of music. Its tough to just "browse."
Natalia KataokaNovember 4, 2016Had a great experience there. A lot to dig in and really friendly staff.
Rachel RebeccaNovember 4, 2016Quite friendly and nice store and they have wonderful selections and there folk section is quite good
Diego RufoMarch 25, 2011Gigantic record store with a shocking number of used records, normally at a decent price. A record collector's first stop. And don't forget to ask for the rare singles behind the counter! Read more
Adam GallantAugust 30, 2014Excellent store with a vast selection of used classical CDs. Lots of great stuff for $3 or less!
Jesus DominguezAugust 24, 2013Get your vinyls here, they have a very large selection. the place is huge and you kinda feel you're in the 70s or 80s
Jake SmithJuly 10, 2012They have a humongous shelf dedicated to Fillmore Auditorium concert posters. Give them a browse, you'll find a band/poster to love.
Hakeem BilalMarch 7, 2016Drugs everywhere; Great music inside, look for early Moscow Phil recordings or Berlin Phil recordings or Shostakovich and Mahler. Did I already say there is ton of music in here? And drugs
Finella Jianna VillaluzApril 2, 2017Very affordable! They have a huuuuge selection, and people are helpful!
Ray LinDecember 21, 2013Simply the best record store on the entire West Coast. Go get lost in the new release listening stations. \m/
Nicolas PerezAugust 7, 2012The paradise for vinyls and cd collectors, I got tired finding cool stuff at the metal section! Really... I could live here!
choochoothebandAugust 18, 2011Not only biggest - but really the best record store we've even been to. Indie, Rock, Garage and Pop Heaven. Vinyl and CDs. Read more
JonSeptember 24, 2014Drop in here if you're walking along Haight to Golden Gate Park. Amazing record selection - really cool place.
Craig VillamorJuly 5, 2015Skateboarding may not be a crime, but shoplifting is and everyone is a suspect. Lots of stuff yet somehow they're always out of what I want. Pricey.- Jordan FrancisSeptember 18, 2014It's an institution. All kinds of wax, and Debby Harry bobble heads.
Amy RobinsonAugust 31, 2014Huge music selection, mostly classic rock but something from every genre.
Kjelle VergauweJune 10, 2015So many options, so much to explore.... Bring your credit card and prepare to spend
Stephanie RobinsonJune 2, 2015The selection of vinyl here is unbeatable. Very knowledgeable staff too.
Sha AkbarSeptember 10, 2011what can i say. their the best! pretty much anything you want, they have it or will special order.
Ahmed KamakazyMarch 28, 2016Massive music collection from all over the world in all formats.... Impressive....
DailyCandyMay 14, 2013Head to San Francisco’s wing of the Amoeba Music empire for Mandala, a biweekly DJ series that shows off staff spinning skills.
Jordan VermaAugust 23, 2017Great selection of music and stuff could easily get lost in there for hours
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Amoeba San Francisco
1855 Haight St (at Stanyan St)
San Francisco, CA 94117
United States
San Francisco, CA 94117
United States
Our second Amoeba store, located in the heart of the Haight-Ashbury neighborhood.
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–8:00 PM
(415) 831-1200
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