“I love this bookstore. This has been the second time I’ve been here. The owner is friendly and accommodating. With a relaxed atmosphere and a mixture of used and new books. A huge selection Of every type of book imaginable. Please if you’re in Boston visit this bookstore.”
“Best decaf in town! 😁 Plus amazing staff, triple cut muffins (sooo good), cookies, smoothies, avo toast, whatever you're craving really, plus greeting cards, art, and friendly people. It's the only way to start the day!”
“This store is amazing , I received my order fast, they packed stuff so careful and went above and beyond! Loved the thank you inside as well. I am obsessed with the crystals. I can not wait to be able to visit them in person. I would give 100 stars if i could. Thank you!”
“I had an amazing experience at this lovely black owned bookstore. I was greeted with a friendly face, and I felt extremely welcomed and appreciated the display of all the books. I will definitely be back. 10/10 recommend”
“Kind staff, great selection of toys and games, my go-to store for when I need gifts for my niece and nephew. Free present wrapping is clutch, and their rewards program often has actually great deals. Thanks, Boing!”
“Lots of used romance and fantasy books which is my favorite genre. Was able to get my favorite book and a new book I wanted to read for about $20! Their used book section is about half of normal prices but most of the used books are basically new.”
“Popped by here for a book to read on the beach for the 4th, funny enough found this 1932 collection of stories about America by American writers in the $1 cart outside of the store. Handed the cashier a dollar and was on my way. Feels great to support local. Also bought a nice copy of Jane Austen’s works back in December as a gift. Great little shop tucked in bostons downtown.”
“Amazing bilingual bookstore in Boston, specialized in Italian narratives with a worldwide exquisite catalogue for kids, teenagers and adults. Its children section is just adorable and contains many literary worlds for encouraging all the little readers. The sellers were the kindest people, very knowledgeable and eager to find way more books.”
“Easily one of my favorite book stores. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Especially love the local book recs. The bathroom is clean and functional, the arts and witchy sections are well stocked. Worth popping in for any book lover 📚✨”
“What an unbelievable find. They have an extensive selection of used and rare books covering every topic imaginable—from history and philosophy to math and mystery. Don't miss the huge $3–$5 outside display (look for the yellow stickers). Amazing prices and an incredible selection!”
“Harvard Book Store sits on Massachusetts Avenue in Harvard Square and has been a fixture of the Cambridge intellectual landscape long enough that it functions as a landmark rather than just a retail destination. The large windows and stacked displays visible from the street invite you in before you have made any decision to enter, and once inside the floor-to-ceiling shelves and the density of the selection create an atmosphere that is difficult to rush through even when you came in with a specific title in mind. The main floor covers new releases, staff picks, and a broad selection organized by subject across fiction, nonfiction, and a range of specialized categories. The curation reflects the surrounding community in the best way, with titles that reward browsing beyond the obvious bestseller tables. Staff are knowledgeable and genuinely helpful when you want a recommendation or need to locate something specific, and the information desk handles navigation questions efficiently without making you feel like you are interrupting. The basement is where the store distinguishes itself most clearly from a standard bookshop. The used and remaindered book sections downstairs cover an enormous range at a fraction of the cover price, and the quality of the used stock tends to be high. Spending time down there is one of the more rewarding ways to move through the store, and most visitors come up with something they were not looking for when they went down. The remaindered section in particular offers discounted new copies of titles that did not move at full price, and the selection rotates enough that regular visits continue to surface new things.”
“A wonderful, cozy indie bookshop with a great selection of titles across ages and genres, a cute little cafe, and friendly and helpful staff! They’re even a dog-friendly space, which always makes me so happy. If you haven’t been to this bookshop yet, you are missing out!”
“I went there 2 weeks ago, they have a huge collection compare to their size. I walked in with a low hope because I was looking for philosophy books and did not expect to find any. To my surprise, the staff showed me their philosophy section which is hard to find even in bigger book stores. I bought six books and even though they are used, the condition is like new with great deals. I will definitely come back.”
“If you love nonfiction this is your bookstore! Literally one of the best collections of non-fiction- everything from linguistics to the math of knitting. It probably shouldn’t have come as a surprise but I was delighted! Picked up a linguistics book from one of my favorite authors!”
“Amazing selection of things. I'm a University student and I've found books that I needed for several classes. Huge historical/political selection, reasonably priced crystals, and cozy.”
“Stopped in here just out of curiosity and walked out with a candle, roller ball perfume, and two wax cakes! Lots of amazing scents to choose from, and I’d definitely recommend! Devil’s Night was my favorite!”
“A one of a kind place in Boston, if you are looking for a fun day out with your girls this is the place to be. Browsing books, and discovering unique trinkets makes the time go by fast. A big fan of their journal collection too.”
“Great experience here and we will be back! So clean, the set ups are so cute, and some new items too like children’s books and mixing bowls. We grabbed some books, a belt, some CDs for our played, and a leather belt from Italy!”
“i wish i could give this store a 100 star review!! first of all very cute store but more specifically the girl at the cash register w the short brown hair and pink brandy tank was so sweet and recommended my sisters and i somewhere to get fun drinks. even more importantly though my sister was buying slime and left it at the register and one of the employees with black pigtail braids literally RAN AFTER US after we left the store to make sure she got it. absolutely clutch move like she really showed up and out in our time of need. anyways nice little bookstore with very very sweet and cool employees 💕💕”
“Lilah Rose is one of my favorite little shops. Any time I need a gift for any occasion, I always make a stop at Lilah Rose. Everything in the shop is so fun and cute and there's really something for everyone!”
“Awesome bookstore with a fabulous collection and wonderfully inclusive vibes! It isn't huge but just right for an afternoon stroll. They have a good sized stage area for presentations and readings. There is a cafe and a few comfortable spots to read or study. Beautiful location!”
“Wicked Good Books had a great selection of books across the board. I appreciated that they had a whole section of books that highlighted Salem’s local history and a whole other section on witch themed books. They also had other books across many genres great for all age ranges. They also had friendly, helpful staff. I would definitely return next time I’m in Salem!”
“I think they said this is the oldest poetry bookstore in the U.S. or something like that?? Definitely worth checking it out, it's a very small bookstore and is completely full of poetry! Lots of notable authors there, I think they have a lot of events and things happening at the store as well. Very kind workers as well.”
“Excellent staff, very helpful in finding reading materials of my interest. It was a pleasure in itself interacting with staff who we're very knowledgeable on reading materials of my interest. I made 2 excellent selections that were referred by staff and enjoyed them very much. I will be returning as I've read both books purchased within two weeks.”
“Not the place to go to find a specific book, but a lovely place to go to look for an interesting book. Many of their books are only for sale by collection; the ones for sale individually are fascinating, beautiful and affordable. When I was there, the front of the space was a photography exhibit which was also not to be missed. The employees are helpful, and it's a great place to relax and poke through books.”
“(Translated by Google) The attention is very special with much respect I highly recommend this place to buy your bible and your books for your children ❤️?(Original)La atención es muy especial con mucho respeto recomiendo mucho este lugar para comprar tus biblia y tus libros para tus hijos ❤️?”
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“CLJ is the best church I've been to in Boston. I've been a member since 2008. I am very blessed to be part of this organization. This church is Bible-based and is very well organized. It has an amazing worship team and many programs that serve its members and the community. It's great! Come visit us!”
“The frittata I ordered wasn't actually baked eggs. It appeared to be a few eggs whisked and thrown on a flattop grill with cheese on top - almost like an omelette that wasn't closed - so that was misleading. But my latte was delicious and the fruit bowl was tasty too. The food was just fine but I enjoyed browsing the bookshelves so that made it even more pleasant.”
Barnes & Noble is proving that physical bookstores aren't going anywhere. The retailer just opened three new locations across Texas and South Carolina, marking another step in its comeback story. Barnes & Noble opened 57 stores in 2024 alone - more than it had opened in the entire decade from 2009 to 2019. The company isn't slowing down either, with plans to open more than 60 new stores in 2025 and a goal of reaching over 1,000 stores nationwide in the coming years.
