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Rough Trade East
Record Store, Coffee Shop, and Music Venue
Spitalfields and Banglatown, London
"Arguably the best place in London to catch a free gig!"(4 Tips)
"Must stop there every time I'm in Brick lane:)"(3 Tips)
"Amazing selection of vinyls"(3 Tips)
"Great free WiFi!"(5 Tips)
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This is simply one of my favourite places in the whole universe. Excellent location, superb selection of music, cool merchandise, great atmosphere and knowledgeable, friendly staff. Couldn't ask more!
Boaz SachsSeptember 28, 2015The record store is alive and well thanks to rough trade. Great vibes, good curation and an impressive line of in house performances make this a must go spot for music lovers
Giorgi MerebashviliSeptember 29, 2016Well amazing record store but coffee is probably on of best in london and take a chance to use photo booth
Marina Noelia CabaneFebruary 1, 2017I've visited the NY one and I'm glad that this one has also an amazing selection as well as great staff picks. Loved it
Awesome store, love the in store live concept, great for discovering new music and watching new/old bands play before a handful of people!
Coenraad DMay 27, 2016Good for checking out records but there is much more with live performances sometimes, book store and a coffee bar in the front. I just like to hang out sometimes..
German HerebiaJune 17, 2019Rough Trade Essentials, Staff Picks and live concerts every week where you can buy a brand new record from the artist and get it signed.
RamyOctober 2, 2016Vast selection of vinyl, CDs, and books. Not your place if you're mainly looking for house and techno records, but great store nonetheless.
Carlos F.November 10, 2015Amazing shop with coffee, wifi and a massive selection of both mainstream and indie music. Cool vibe in such a cool area.
Pavel KSeptember 8, 2023Possibly the most complete collection of UK music here, quite a lot of old stuff as well.
JackMarch 26, 2019Great store with a huge selection from all the genre/decade sphere and free gigs often. Must see for music fans.
PhantasyJune 11, 2012Erol Alkan "Still the greatest record store on the planet, Rough Trade East has unparalleled service or knowledge. I'd be lost without Sean, Chris or Nigel's recommendations".
GabyOMarch 23, 2015If you stay for coffee make sure you get one of the shortbreads they have in a jar by the counter, delish...
This is the best record store I've ever been to. Stickers on the CDs give you additional info on the records.
Tahnee OslerOctober 15, 2012Love it here! Got one of my first albums here (brought with my own money, anyway) just from browsing and fell in love with it. I have a big soft spot for the place
Best record store in London with live performances and a café. Serves Monmouth coffee
The Old Truman BreweryJuly 16, 2012The PERFECT place to spend a rainy afternoon! Listen to some records and get a (really good) coffee! - try not to spend all your hard earned cash in one visit...
Nico ROctober 28, 2012Best record store on the planet. Look out for new release deals with limited bonus discs and wrist bands for its legendary in-store gigs.- Elinor ThomasMay 21, 2016I love this place!! The best record shop in London.Great selection and nice people.
AnneAugust 7, 2014My favourite record shop in the world! Also great for a coffee or a fresh mint tea.
Ricardo Sanchez-SaezAugust 23, 2014Great store for indie music. They do frequent small gigs, be sure to check them out.
Ben AdelieAugust 22, 2015Large collection of eclectic music... A must if you have a turntable and lots of money as famous records cost upwards of £25.
TastebudsOctober 22, 2013Not just gigs - book signings, film-screenings, exhibitions and workshops as well... like the The DIY Instrument workshop.
Cholina ArceMarch 7, 2016Paradise in heart, a bit pricey if you can get your music from usa just take that option
Vic McGinJanuary 17, 2016Superb vinyl selection, keep an eye out for in store gigs, many of which come free worth the purchase of the artist's latest release.
Katherine M.November 20, 2014"Brick and mortar British version of Pitchfork. Unsurprisingly, the one near Shoreditch is great."
- Milo WiOctober 16, 2017Take a Break at the Record store. Buy a coffee an enjoy the music and People around there
Tom VandenbogaerdeNovember 11, 2014Amazing collection of records and if you're lucky an artist may be performing
Oliver ShreeveAugust 11, 2014One of the few record stores left, and a good place to learn what's upcoming
MyVillage LondonJanuary 2, 2011Like an inner-city Mecca for any music lover, Rough Trade East is bursting at the seams with CDs, Vinyls and Artist Merch. Check out Rough Trade East's MyVillage Page for more reviews. Read more
SongkickAugust 3, 2011Arguably one of the best places in London to catch a free gig (and buy a record or two while you're there)!
Avradeep ChakrabartiApril 11, 2015Very cool old skool record shop. But not the best on the planet - that would be Amoeba in LA!
Johannes DriessenAugust 14, 2014If you're not into vinyl, there's also an oldskool photo booth inside
Love this shop for indie,electro,alternative or a combo of all type of music. This is where I learn new music!!
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"If you are into (older) rock & rock 'n' roll, then this is your place. Amazing record store. You can find some well hidden gems. Don't be afraid to ask the guys for help. Extremely knowledgable"
Aris Galatis - 7.7
"Great selection of pre-owned and new vinyl. Also great for box sets and new CD releases. Always find something here of interest. The guys who run this are fab, friendly and knowledgable."
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