About Us

Red Onion Records & Books is an independently owned and operated shop located in the heart of Washington, DC.

Red Onion Records & Books was founded in 2006. We strive to bring you great books and music, carrying both popular styles and more obscure sounds and stories. C'mon in and find something new today!

We buy, sell, and trade classic vinyl from the 1950s to the present day. Whether it's Rock, Jazz, Punk, Country, Funk, New Wave, Blues, Disco, World, or Folk, we've got great records for any music lover. With new arrivals daily, you never know what's going to hit the floor!

We are always looking for great books in great shape. We specialize in Music, Art, Photography, and Fiction, but don't shy away from buying other interesting titles. Please contact us if you have books for sale.