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“Oh goodness - walking into this place is like walking into a whole different world. Opening the door to this place is akin to pressing pause on the hustle and bustle of life, and ascending into another dimension for an avid suspense reader. The smell of books, the beautiful polished book cases, and the ambience are all worth a visit, if not several visits. The service and hospitality are unsurpassable - the couple running the place are the sweetest and most wonderful people, ever. And there is SO much knowledge of suspense novels coming from these two that it blows your mind. The books are priced reasonably and buying here is a lot of bang for your buck. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this fort all book lovers, but especially SUSPENSE and MYSTERY readers!”
“Incredible place. Proud to call it my local bookstore. Excellent breadth of genres and topics available, including a thrilling grab-bag back table where I've found some true gems. Xylon and the rest of the team are always welcoming, making me feel right at home. Even if I can't find the book I'm looking for, they will order it for me directly through the distributor, eschewing Amazon and their industry-harming loss-leader book sales policy. Recommend Open Books to any Chicagoan or visitor looking for an engaging read.”
11:30AM - 7PM
651 W Lake St, Chicago
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“This place is such a GEM. This store has a wide selection of new and used books, and it's so much larger than it looks!! I could spend hours in here, and it's just so fun to hunt for books. You really also can't beat the prices, and you can find such like-new used books starting at $5! Absolutely can't wait to spend hours on end here!”
“What a creative and friendly space. I dropped off my coffin Art piece for the 10th Annual Beautiful Souls show. Had a lovely conversation with Executive Director Teresa. I can't wait for the opening, Oct 13th, to meet the other artists. I highly recommend stopping by!”
“So cute!! Great book options for adults and an adorable little book book for kids in the back - the kids section has some area for kids to sit and look through books before picking out their favorite one(s) to buy :D Highly recommend!”
“This is such a great idea. You can have a drink and browse their stack. It's very cool with a variety of books. Also, they are open to bringing in new authors, too. Definitely, another cool local Chicago bookstore.”
“Excellent! When you walk in the store you can feel the presence of the Lord. My husband and myself were looking for KJV Bible’s to replace in pews. We found excellent bibles and will be ordering more. The couple who were volunteering are so welcoming and helpful. Thank You for your wonderful service.”
“This is the 3rd place I’ve been looking for and the closest thing I have found to my nostalgic 90’s comic book store I grew up with. A place where staff- get this actually interact with you. It’s refreshing- they have great stock, the name is badass, & the vibes are great.I love that the first time I was in the store and Wes Anderson’s, Fantastic Mr Fox was playing and the quote “But In The End, He's Just Another Dead Rat In A Garbage Pail Behind A Chinese Restaurant." was muttered in the background. I chuckled and contained on to enjoying every moment I was in there. Keep it up guys!”
“Fantastic selection on African American and African history, biographies, children's literature, comic books with Black/Latino characters, selections of hair and skin care like shea butters, aprons, artwork by Black artists, teachers resources too.”
“A beautiful, independently owned book and record shop, that MUST survive! Well organized, well lit, and extremely browse-friendly. BOOKS: great selection! They seem heavy on the fantasy/horror series type books, if you like those, you will be in heaven here. There are enough books of many genres though, if you are a reader, you'll find something to love here. Me, I love the rock star bios, and books about music - lots of those! RECORDS: Heavy on alternative/punk/industrial, which GREAT!!! The have enough of more mainstream music, mixed in with obscure gems to make any crate-digger happy. Prices are great, staff is friendly and helpful. Check out this little gem.”
10AM - 7PM
5507 W Belmont Ave, Chicago
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“Amazing selection of books- if it's not there- it will be ordered. The owner is friendly, knowledgeable and helpful. Definitely will be returning in the future!”
“This is one of the best bookstores I've ever been to, and I'm a native Angeleno who has also lived in the Bay Area. If for some reason, they don't carry what you're looking for, they will always order it for you. As a poet, it' really refreshing to see that they have an extensive poetry section that carries lots of smaller and indie presses in addition to the big publishing houses. A great kids section, a fabulous selection of art books and calendars, and a great place to get Moleskine notebooks and other journals. They also have a wonderful selection of magazines.”
“Friendly staff and an excellent selection are key components of a great bookstore. This place has both. Okay so you pay full price for things here. I consider that the cost of having a clean well lit place to peruse and read before purchase. You can't get that online.”
“SUCH A CUTE LOCAL SPOT! I would highly recommend stopping in to buy a few books here. There are so many options, so many categories, and such great options. We picked up one book (we're from out of town and didn't have much luggage space), and I wish we could've spent all day here! The staff are so incredibly nice and friendly, I love the overall vibe of this place.”
“They have a well-selected variety of books and will order a book for if you if it's not in stock. While perusing, I've stumbled upon a huge Betty Crocker Cookbook, a helpful dog training book, a hard-cover copy of The Little Prince, and a niche Batman-Scooby Doo comic. Throughout the aisles you will find staff recommendations that will pique your interest. If you're part of their free membership program, you get 10% off books. The vibes inside are just good.”
“Super cool spot. Upon arriving, I had no clue where the entrance was. It was only when people came out of the building that I realized that was the entrance. Once inside, I was left in awe of the magnitude of the place. A huge old warehouse transformed into a book “store”? Absolutely amazing. REMEMBER, you put the price in the books, not the other way around. When I was here, the cashier tried to give me a price when it shouldn't be like that. Don't feel intimidated and pay whatever you think is fair.There’s also a Spanish section right by the entrance.”
“A cute little book store. It has a pretty good selection of fiction including science fiction and thrillers. They have a larger kids section than I have seen in most book stores. The staff was very knowledgeable and I overheard them answering questions to multiple patrons with different interest. They accept Apple Pay and it's comparable to target book prices! Definitely worth supporting a local business.”
“This place blew my mind! It is a combination of museum and bookstore. A must for any history buff, antiquarian bibliophile, or collector of Lincoln, Civil War, or Americana memorabilia. The people who work there really know their stuff and are great to talk to. You will learn so much. There is no storefront, so you have to call when you get there. However, you will get a personal experience with people who are passionate and knowledgeable about this era in American history.”
“Amazing little polish bookstore. When in doubt, you can always call ahead to see availability of a title. Lady there is very friendly and very helpful. Amazing experience.”
“Today I went there to buy my very first bible, and I do not regret buying it, a lot of the Bible’s sold there are very beautiful, and I love how I can have my name on the cover!!”
9:30AM - 4:30PM
5517 W Belmont Ave, Chicago
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“Very friendly. In a hay stack of Ukrainian Christian greeting cards, they were able to pull out one in English, worded perfect for my Pastor (not Priest). Awesome!!”
“Spanish Book store neatly tucked away in the Pilsen neighborhood, it once stood on 18th street next to the Jumping bean cafe for so many numbers of years. Now its on 21th street, With lots of Space to Grow! The staff is attentive and very friendly, some are natives to the Pilsen community. I miss growing up in Pilsen and this here is a hallmark to us.”
“First time ever walking into the store the ladies where very friendly and nice never thought they would have the old school kind of note books for the kids really happy they had them here. Will be coming back with my son”
“Awesome products that aren’t only books but also stickers and bookmarks(and totes, cups, candles etc.) inspired by some of the best written romances. Owner restocks frequently and covers all the niches of romance books. Great place to sift through gems and really indulge in the aesthetic of books you love.”
“It is a neighborhood favorite for a reason! Myopic books has a plethora of new and used books for any bookworm. The two story building creates plenty of aisles for you to roam. The staff is kind and helpful if you need assistance finding a specific title. I recommend stopping by if you find yourself in the area!”
“A large variety of current and past books by old and new authors. Also CDs and small gifts and keepsake items for giving excellent customer service. Along with the delicious sit down and relax area and even further in the back there is an area to read on beautiful leather sofas. Well done, and thoughtfully designed .”
“My wife is a big fan of Quimby's and this was my first visit. The selection was unique and vast. The ambiance was classic. The staff were friendly and attentive. There are even chairs to take a seat and read for a bit. I can see why my wife digs this place. You can't get this kind of experience online. A must visit brick and mortar.”
“Best record store in Chicago, period. I lived in Lincoln Square for 4 years and made it a part of my regular routine to stop here on my walk home from the train station at least once a week. They are always getting new goodies in so you have to go often or you might miss something good! Very well organized. Insane selection of vinyl, CDs and actually a good book collection in the back. From brand new music to classics from the 60's, they carry it all. And eclectic stuff that is tough to find. The people who work there will become your friends. Gem store in the best 'hood in Chicago!”
10AM - 5PM
5708 W Belmont Ave, Chicago
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“Great place for Pokemon, Yu Gi Oh, and Magic trading cards, action figures, anime posters, comics, and video games. Plus, there are weekly in-store events. Parking is very limited at this location though.”