Barnes & Noble in Emeryville is a welcoming bookstore with a friendly and knowledgeable staff. Customers appreciate the clean and well-organized store, which offers a wide variety of books, including many storybooks and activities for children. The store has a nostalgic, magical feel that reminds visitors of the experience from years past. While the staff is passionate about books and provides excellent customer service, some customers feel the store lacks a large selection of books, with a significant portion dedicated to toys, games, and novelty items that may not appeal to everyone. The store also features records, games, and other unique items, making it a fun place to browse. Parking is convenient, with validation available. Overall, many visitors enjoy supporting this local spot, valuing its atmosphere and community presence, though some wish for a greater focus on books rather than other merchandise. It remains a beloved destination for book lovers and families alike.
2 floors of pure brain entertainment of books, games and too many things to list. It's worth checking out but allow plenty of time to enjoy. It has a Starbucks but they do not accept the app, which is a bummer.
August 2026
everything well organized, clean and the employees were amazing. Very welcoming and willing to help and offering recommendations of books based on my interests!!
July 2026
Very good bookstore, been going ever since I was a kid
