Sweat Records

Miami, United States

4.3

Closed now

20 reviews

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+1 786-693-9309
Website:
sweatrecordsmiami.com
Address:
5505 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL, 33137
Little Haiti
Nearby public transportation stops & stations:
130 ftNE 2 AV@NE 55 TE
430 ftNE 2 AV@NE 56 ST
430 ftNE 54 ST@NE 2 AV
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Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Parking
Street
Bike Parking
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Good for Working
No

Today

Today 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Closed now
Local time (Miami) 00:44 Wednesday, 16 July 2025

Business hours

Monday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Tuesday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Wednesday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Thursday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Friday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Saturday 12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Sunday 12:00 pm – 5:00 pm

Description

Specialties

Sweat Records (established 2005) is a music store, vegan-​friendly coffee shop, and all-​ages event space. We have:

— Miami’s largest selection of NEW vinyl (and we are happy to do special orders at no extra charge)

— Handmade beverages using organic and fair-​trade Panther espresso and Lemon City teas

— Record players, vinyl sleeves, and turntable accessories

— A great selection of local LPs, CDs, tees, and gifts

— Primal Strips Vegan Jerky, Alternative Baking Company cookies, and other treats

— Racks full of fabulous, funky, and rare used records starting at $ 1

— Café tables so you can grab a latte and get some work done

— A rad «Customer Loyalty Card» system which earns our customers free records on a regular basis

And much more! We also host in-​store events every month covering everything from live music to stand-​up comedy, craft workshops, listening parties and beyond. Sweat loves Miami!

History

Established in 2005.

Initially opened in March 2005 by Lauren Reskin and Sara Yousuf, two best friends dedicated to Miami’s colorful scene, Sweat Records has played a major part in instigating a renaissance of growth and activity in Miami’s cultural landscape.

After debuting to cheers all around, Sweat survived it’s first location being destroyed by Hurricane Wilma in October 2005 and held steady for a while in a small warehouse in the back of Churchill’s. In 2007 their dream space next door became available and they’ve been improving it constantly and expanding their inventory ever since.

The shop is now better than ever and Sweat’s third location brought the addition of a full-​service organic coffee counter and multi-​purpose, all-​ages event space. Sweat also continues to put on tons of great concerts and host a wide variety of in-​store events, movie screenings, and other random (sub)cultural happenings around Miami.

Meet the Business Owner

Lolo R.

Business Owner

Lauren (Lolo) Reskin was born in Miami and loved the city (and the weather) so much she never left. Being raised by a family of classical musicians, music is in her blood. During high school, Lolo convinced the local Virgin Megastore to hire her 16-​year-​old overenthusiastic self and it was all downhill from there. She spent the next nearly six years selling CDs, DJing, promoting club nights, working in college radio and booking shows in preparation to give her hometown the thing it needed most — a real live, community-​oriented, indie record store.

Since opening in March 2005, Sweat Records has become an institution in its own right, and Lolo continues to be passionately involved in the local cultural landscape. She was a member of Miami Fellows Class VII and is currently serving her second term as Secretary of the Florida Chapter Board of the Recording Academy. Lolo currently DJs vintage ‘40s-‘60s tunes weekly at «Timeless Thursdays» at the Delano.

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20 reviews of Sweat Records

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Place rating: 1
Homestead, FL
1 star you say? Yes. I did not come on here to write a review to bash a place, but the girl who was working here earned the 1 single star all by herself. And I truly hope that she reads this review, as well as the rest of Miami.
I had high expectations for this store, and had been looking forward to shopping here for the last two weeks. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to make it to the store until 9:40pm, 20 minutes before closing time. That should be plenty of time to browse a few racks of records, right? Wrong. We were anything but welcomed when we walked into the store, receiving the «ugh’ grunt from the girl working the register.
We arrived at this establishment to spend money, and left with the feeling of never wanting to return. It began when my girlfriend ordered a coffee as we arrived, and the girl hesitated by saying «Well, I’m cleaning the coffee machine». You have a bright neon sign in the window advertising that you sell coffee… Do you think they say that at Starbucks? I get it, you don’t like your job, but you just lost the store potential REGULAR customers. Nobody MADE you work there. You CHOSE to work at this record store. If I had a dollar for every time I stayed 1 minute past my shift at a job, I’d be a very, extremely wealthy man.
Around 10pm, the «girl» and some man who seemed like the «owner» or «manager» of the store were making snarky remarks about it being 10pm, and I glanced their way as they said «oh, no we’re not talking about you» Ok. Sure. I got the hint that it was 10pm, and I was just fiddling through a few more rows of Vinyl, while my friend was purchasing something at the same time, mind you… When the clock ticked to 10:05pm, I was approached by «the girl» who asked, «Have you found anything yet?» to which I replied, «Not yet, but I’m almost finished.» Her reply «Well, it’s 10:05pm and we’ve been closed for 5 minutes»…I quickly remarked «I get it, it’s 5 minutes past your shift and you’re ready to go home.»
I couldn’t believe the complete lack of hospitality. I’ve been in the hospitality industry for the better part of a decade, so I can be a bit critical, but she broke every single rule. Look, I understand that it’s 5 minutes past your shift, but I informed you that I was leaving, and 2⁄3 of us had already spent money in the store.
Let me explain something to those who don’t understand… This is a VINYL aka RECORD store. How many Record stores do you think actually still exist these days? Hardly any. If I was running a niche business like this, I would be doing anything to make sure I grab a sale, especially when there was an LP priced at $ 35 that I was nearly going to buy. It’s your mistake though, because what you don’t realize is that I’m highly involved in the Music Industry in Miami, and am devoted to the resurgence of Vinyl. But, you chose to treat me like a stray dog begging for a cheeseburger.
On that note, I thank you Ms. Sweat Records Clerk girl, for saving me $ 35 and making me realize that I will spend my money elsewhere. Also, pretentious store clerks like yourself are the reason that niche stores that sell old Vinyl records are few and far between now. I guess I will keep spending my money online, and eventually your business will no longer be a business, so you won’t have to work the job you clearly don’t enjoy being at. Because that’s what the world is coming to, as I sit in front of my computer typing this review while purchasing that Record online that I was going to buy at your store. And herein lies the power of the internet. Well done!
Cheers
Place rating: 4
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Yes! I always walk out of this record store with something… whether it be a record, cassete, coffee, or ellated after seeing a show. It’s a great place to vibe, hangout, or pregame before a Churchills show. I only wish that the prices were a little lower and for it to be a little bigger but just like in the words of Mick jagger… «You can’t always get what you want».
Place rating: 5
Miami, FL
Great selection, they make you coffee which is nice while looking through the records, and parking is easy and free
Place rating: 5
Miami, FL
You gotta love music.
Sweats the only record store of its kind in town. I drink hot tea and listen to shoe gaze with them. Some nights stand up comedians or live bands perform, and it can be fun.
Place rating: 5
Miami, FL
This the best record store in Miami for new and use vinyl. If there’s something you want that’s not in the store, they’ll order it for you and it arrives in a few days. The loyalty program is great — get 1 point for each purchase over 10 $ then get one free item up to 20 $ after you collect 12 points. The best part about it is that you don’t have to carry a card around that needs to be punched or stamped — they keep it on file for you at the register so you never miss out on racking up points!
Don’t miss Sweatstock — their yearly block party with food truck and live music and a mega sale is awesome!
Finally they have great coffee from Panther and other snacks and place to sit, eat, hang out and listen.
Place rating: 3
Chicago, IL
A good selection of new hip-​hop and rock. Live music and food and coffee.
Place rating: 3
Brooklyn, NY
As a hipster slash local cultural hang-​out, it’s fine. As a record store — not. Selection is very limited, especially in used bins. And when I saw Beatles 65 and Led Zep IV at 40 bucks a pop I just left. For a record buyer/​collector there are much better alternatives in Miami, unless coffee and the word «like» every 10 seconds is a necessity for you Stuff is very friendly.
Place rating: 5
Santa Monica, CA
The staff does not wash it’s hands before returning to work… couldn’t find proper signage rofl. small shop with ginger soda (the one with chunks) … well worth searchin thru.
Found fl electro break cheap… but there wass only 1 (one), and I bought it… so iz there 0 (zero) of the genre I want at Sweat now? I’ll be back to find out fo sho!
Place rating: 5
Hallandale Beach, FL
Very cute place to shop for vinyl, I enjoy the atmosphere as well as the merchandise they carry. Prices are decent in comparison to other record shops. Not too many places like this available in Miami.
Place rating: 5
Miami, FL
I’m here to discuss everything but the records. This place has always been reliable as a community player and I can feel part of something when I walk in there. The food and drink they sell on the side at the counter is delicious, they have knowledgeable staff and surprisingly not snobby which is something I usually find in a record store. It’s all holistically nice and welcoming. Show support by buying something there, and they’ll give back to Miami tenfold.
Place rating: 4
Miami, FL
Came in here because my BF wanted to check it out. It really brought back memories. Lots of vinyls… made me want to go out and get a turntable!
Place rating: 3
Boston, MA
Trendy store primarily stocked with today’s Pitchfork-​approved™ indie rock vinyls with exception to a few noteworthy bins of more sought-​after second-​hand new wave, reggae, and hip-​hop. (If you are looking for classic house or disco like I was, this place is absolutely bunk) The store’s selection is very small, about 1,000 12“s and two/​three hundred dollar-​bin 7“s, yet well curated and maintained. While not necessarily expensive, saying any of the prices here are a bargain would be a lie. ($ 30 for an Alton Ellis 12″ single at VG? Come on!)
I came here for a day visit, but a friendly staff member told me about the store and shows happening, as the store frequently functions as an intimate venue. Brian Butler designed merchandise is definitely a huge plus, probably the best thing I found here as a non-​local. This place would be fantastic if the vinyl selection was about 10 times more comprehensive. Regardless, I’m glad I got this Fela Kuti reissue!
In regards to this place as a coffee shop: while the effort is appreciated, the espresso is watery and served in paper as opposed to porcelain. Yuck!
Place rating: 5
Tampa, FL
Sweat Records is now one of my favourite record stores. If you are looking for new records at great prices, pop by.
Many record stores have increased their prices tremendously. The prices here are VERY reasonable. I purchased a record at Sweat for $ 13, while it was selling online for 19 (excluding S&H) and at other shows for $ 22. Not a huge price difference, but when you buy quite a number of records, the savings add up. I felt like I got some good deals here.
The selection was awesome. Many genres represented and are categorized quite nicely. They had an awesome New Releases section and a locals section. Sweat seemed to specialize in new stuff. There was a respectable used and 7″ section, but if you are a digger or like browsing through the endless dollar bin aisle… look elsewhere. Mainly new stuff at Sweat.
The staff at a record store can be a mixed bag. I’ve been to some that couldn’t be bothered to simply throw you a quick recommendation. While the lovely lady at Sweat gave the appearance she was in a bad mood, she genuinely helpful, cracked the occasional smile and gave me some stellar recommendations (and actually got them for me off the shelf). Super-​nice of her.
Next time I’m in Miami, I’m spending more of my cash here.
Place rating: 2
Las Vegas, NV
As a true crate digger and vinyl junkie i found this spot a tad disappointing. The dollar bin. basically two rows of records had the usual neil diamond easy listening joints mixed with a ton of dj 12 inches. mostly hiphop joints from the uninspired 2000“7 era. Yawn. Very weak selection of reggae albums and the jazz/​rock records also disappointing. Even the Spanish selection was flaco. The store’s saving grace to me was finding the 2nd Tygers of Pan Tang album. Which was the first appearance of future Thin Lizzy axe man John Sykes. His early shredding on the Tygers album helped paved the way for his influential metal riffs on Lizzy’s Thunder and Lighting album. Stoked to have this on vinyl. Good price too $ 5
Place rating: 5
Miami, FL
Great coffee, impeccably curated inventory, and a staff that is the spawn of Discogs’ servers and a lightning bolt of pure love. You will go here, and if you love music and/​or caffeine, you will be very, very happy. An absolute gem.
Place rating: 5
Miami, FL
Great record shop.
Carries a wide variety to stuff.
Staff is rad.
Place rating: 5
East Meadow, NY
Great music, very helpful staff, fun game nights, waffle parties, yummy vegan snacks, free parking (unless the homeless guy finds it for you.)
Place rating: 5
Delray Beach, FL
Okay so the location is not the most comfortable neighborhood, but it is well worth the trip if in the area.
There are a ton of vegan treats here. I bought the marshmallows out of the cooler. They have vegan noodle meals, vegan jerky and other awesome snacks.
My friend is a big music buff, so he enjoyed searching through the music. I loved the treats.
Place rating: 5
Philadelphia, PA
After two years of not having a car and being limited in my leaving of South Beach, I finally bought a scooter. Being able to get to Sweat Records is one of the reasons why.
Music store (CDs and RECORDS!!!) and local live music venue.
Vegan café (LOVE their chai made w/​almond milk) and seller of vegan snacks & treats (for example, vegan jerky, Sweet & Sara Marshmallows, and the not edible, but still awesome, Hurraw! Lip Balm!)
Supporter of local artists (I bought my wallet there – http://​www​.friendswith​you​.com/).
And most important to me, home of the monthly Vegan Waffle Party. Thank you, Lolo, for starting this tradition. Not only is it a great way to network with like-​minded people, it’s super fun and super yum.
I know I’m playing up the Vegan aspects of this, but Sweat Records (and the waffle party) is for EVERYONE. Not just vegans. You should go check it out today!
Place rating: 5
Orlando, FL
I never thought that I could find something similar to Ear-​X-​Tacy (in Louisville) here in Miami! Oh joy. We did. Well, we didn’t ‘find’ it, Carlos S. took us here.
We were looking for vinyls for my daughter who is obsessed with indie and older music and is a member of the Vinyl club in her H.S. Unfortunately they didn’t have Lush which is what she was looking for but it didn’t matter, we were in heaven. They truly have a cornucopia of items for the music lover including magazines, band t-​shirts and cute gifts.
The best part is that my daughter struck up a conversation with the sales girl who happened to have the same color as Miki Berenyi (lead singer for Lush) and lo and behold she too is a Lush fan. My daughter was thrilled.
Great place!