LIFESTYLE
With its amazing collection of things to do, places to eat and shops to spend your money, there’s no shortage of things to do in Houston. Here’s Coogs’ top picks! Best Record Store Cactus Music
Supporting your local record store is a great way to spend a day. At Cactus Music in Montrose, customers can find a vast array of vinyl, CDs, cassette tapes, posters, collectibles, and much more to please the average music geek. Pursue the discount bins to try and find the next gem of your collection, or check out your favorite artists to see if their work is in stock.
Best Tattoo Shop Assassin Tattoo
Located in Montrose, Assassin Tattoo is Coogs’ top choice to get some new ink in Houston. The shop specializes in a variety of art styles, and even offers custom work for their clientele.
Best Park Discovery Green and Hermann Park Especially during the pandemic, an afternoon in the park can be the ideal way to spend time with friends, get some exercise or catch up on a good book. Discovery Green and Hermann Park are Coogs’ top choice for a park to spend a lovely day at, so check them out the next time we get some great weather! 2nd place: Eleanor Tinsley Park
Best Comic Book Shop
Nan’s Games & Comics Too Bedrock City Comics With both stores having a huge selection of comics to choose from, it’s no wonder both tied for Best Comic Shop! Check out the following page for tips on how to select the perfect comic for you on your next visit.
Best Resale Shop Buffalo Exchange
Shopping second hand for clothes is a great way to be kind to the planet and kind to your wallet. At Buffalo Exchange, you can find plenty of unique pieces, and even name brand items at a fraction of the price. 2nd place: Out of the Closet Thrift Store
Best Bookstore Brazos Bookstore
Whether you’re an avid reader or still searching for the right book to turn you into one, Brazos Bookstore is the place to be. With helpful staff and a great selection of works across many genres, this book store is a slice of paradise located in Rice Village.
Photo of Cactus Music by Tyler Scott 4
COOGLIFE • January 2021
