Book Stores in Evanston, IL

506 Main Street, Evanston IL 60202

5 Superb 87 reviews

• Today 10AM – 3PM
• (847) 868-8047

“Today I took my great grandson to this bookstore,he loved everything the free coloring area,the fitget toys the books,this bookstore is one of a kind an really kept him interested,he also loved the little door,we purchased a few things,will definitely be back.......”

828 Davis St, Evanston IL 60201

4.9 Superb 52 reviews

• Closed today
• (847) 328-2939

“Great book store with many great finds over the years. Not very many rare book stores left in the Chicago area. This store reminds me of old times when you could find many old book shops.”

828 Dempster Street, Evanston IL 60202

4.9 Superb 28 reviews

• Closed today
• (847) 492-0809

“My Pyrenees and I love our visits here! The owner is always in good spirits and extremely welcoming allowing my dog to relax in his shop as I search for something special. Tashi has a wide array of gifts and singing bowls that range in price. If you love incense, musical instruments, perfume oils and colorful ✨ tapestries and clothes you will find everything you need here! It's definitely worth the visit. He even sells books about Buddhism and Tibetan prayer flags. We always have a good time here!”

743 Main St, Evanston IL 60202

4.8 Superb 149 reviews

• Today 12 – 6PM
• (847) 943-9309

“We happened to be in Evanston during our Chicago trip and someone recommended us that we visit Squeezebox Books and Music. Given the book nerds we are, we did. It’s a sublime place—rows and rows of books and records all neatly arranged, old interspersed with the new, and the resulting joy from finding a classic book or a record that reminds you of a time in your life is indescribable. We spent hours here perusing. The staff were kind and polite. The jazz playing in the back room was inviting as well. :) All in all, it’s a 10/10 bookstore!”

1620 Orrington Ave, Evanston IL 60201

4.7 Superb 175 reviews

• Today 10:30AM – 6PM
• (224) 999-7722

“I used to go to the last location and it definitely felt like a hidden gem it was great. The new location does feel more open less cramped than before. My only complaints is that the cooking section is tucked in a corner downstairs I wish it was more in the open. My other complaint is that I wish all the books had a price on them. I kept finding myself looking at a book trying to figure out the price. I didn’t want to go up to check out to find out the price especially when I was downstairs. Other than those issues the staff was very helpful and friendly. They do have more of a selection since the new location is bigger. I’d recommend stopping by if you’re around it’s worth the stop.”

1999 Campus Dr, Evanston IL 60208

4.4 Superb 25 reviews

• Closed today
• (847) 491-3991

“Norris Bookstore excels through the decades! My first experience here was in 1990 as an NU freshman—the staff were kind, helpful and efficient, making the whole experience so easy. Thirty-five years later, on the first day of Fall Quarter classes, I wandered into the bookstore this morning and the vibe is exactly the same—staff busily ensuring all the students, new and retuning alike, have just what they need to succeed in the classes. A special shout-out to General Mgr Steve who was in the aisles helping out a confused student—Steve was knowledgeable, empathetic and efficient. It’s wonderful to see the culture of this place has stayed true to the highest level of customer service through almost 4 decades!”