Book Stores near Forest Hills, NY

96-01 Metropolitan Ave #1, Forest Hills NY 11375

4.7 Superb 196 reviews

• Today 10AM – 7PM
• (718) 793-0542

“Great shop with a friendly staff and a nice selection of comics, collectibles, and figures. The store is organized, welcoming, and always worth stopping into. Definitely recommend Royal Collectibles.”

76 N 4th St Unit G, Brooklyn NY 11249

4.9 Superb 166 reviews

• Today 10AM – 9PM
• (718) 387-0115

“I live one block from this iconic establishment is so incredibly special and unique and just feels like old New York and certainly is an icon and a staple here in the Williamsburg area. The solution books is truly overwhelming from classic books to fashion to coffee table to not to mention the incredible stationary cards and pins. The staff is so lovely and it’s great location and just always consistent. Great service. I have here all the time they have the best coffee table books ever for the perfect gift to bring to a hose for their party. I love it so much. It’s one of the last remaining actual genuine, authentic Williamsburg establishments.”

306 Malcolm X Blvd, Brooklyn NY 11233

5 Superb 55 reviews

• Today 12 – 10PM

“Beautiful ambiance. Very cutesy decor. Nice bar downstairs and it has a backyard. Black woman owned bookstore and bar in Bedstuy ! Staff were super nice and friendly. Would love to visit again in warmer months. My only complaints are 1. I sat downstairs at the bar for 30 minutes without service. Went back upstairs and was told by the one worker upstairs that I need to order my drink with him, pay for It there, then give him a few minutes to come downstairs to serve me. Very confusing but I think that was based on short staffing issue because later on, there was a bartender downstairs at the actual bar. 2. a glass of wine cost about $17 and it’s barely half a glass ? seems overpriced to me. Otherwise this is a dope spot.”

81-63 Lefferts Blvd, Kew Gardens NY 11415

4.9 Superb 145 reviews

• Today 11AM – 7PM
• (718) 441-0009

“This local bookstore has become my ultimate comfort place throughout my 4+ years living in Queens. On a beautiful day, I’ll even walk all the way to Kew and Willow from Forest Hills. The staff is incredibly warm and inviting — always excited to provide a great reading recommendation or to have a chat. The curation of titles is excellent and it truly has a community-oriented feel. I wish my work schedule gave me more flexibility to go to EVEN MORE of the events (and when it does I’ll be there!), but the ones I have gone to are beautifully organized and a much needed safe space in these crazy times we’re living in. I’ll go out of my way to not only recommend this shop, but to pre-order my favorite titles there so I can support Kew and Willow in every way possible. I feel so incredibly lucky to have a local bookstore like Kew and Willow that I come back to time and time again — where I can feel a sense of quiet joy and comfort. I will never stop going and I can’t recommend enough for all fellow book lovers to come through their doors. Thank you to the Kew and Willow team for bringing magic. x”

306 Grand St, Brooklyn NY 11211

4.9 Superb 65 reviews

• Today 9AM – 8PM

“It’s actually insane how perfect this store is. It has a phenomenal assortment of books with a creative layout by subgenre. Want splatterpunk? Horror romance? Literary? They’ve got sections for it! The dim lighting and dark paint makes the space feel incredibly cozy and comforting, in an eerie haunted house way. Feeling too claustrophobic? They have a backyard with plentiful seating! There’s a restroom, always clean, with free tampons. There is a cafe with an excellent drinks menu and local baked goods, and wine and beer! The non book merch is soooo cute; it’s a struggle not to drop hundreds of dollars here. Pins, cards, stickers, jewelry, socks, tees, etc. The staff are all so warm and welcoming too. And the open hours are long, with lots of cool events in the evenings! Genuinely this is my favorite business in all of Brooklyn.”

1465 York Ave, New York NY 10075

4.9 Superb 103 reviews

• Today 11AM – 2:30PM
• (212) 930-9256

“Stumbled into this place while visiting town. It was so cute and the staff was incredibly kind and helpful. They had a ton of art, architecture, and coffee table books. I snagged a pile of books for a great price.”

180 Orchard St, New York NY 10002

4.9 Superb 59 reviews

• Today 12 – 8PM
• (212) 546-7536

“This is my favorite bookstore in the area. Of course the selection is great, but what makes it stand out is the warm and friendly atmosphere and the staff that is not only so knowledgeable, but is so willing to help. They’re also willing to hang back if you just want to browse, but I love getting their recs.”

3114 Quentin Rd, Brooklyn NY 11234

5 Superb 74 reviews

• Today 10AM – 6:30PM
• (347) 492-6508

“Extremely knowledgeable in seforim, and extremely patient. Taking the time to show me where the exact books I was looking for were located. Oh and the new store is HUGE!!!!”

2289 Broadway, New York NY 10024

4.7 Superb 313 reviews

• Today 9AM – 9PM
• (212) 362-8835

“A great place to just chill and read, have a cup of java, very easy to find what you need!! My favorite store!! Also got to meet my favorite author last night, Douglas Preston!”

1964 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn NY 11223

4.9 Superb 91 reviews

• Today 1 – 6PM
• (718) 645-6675

“An amazing old style real book store! They have a huge selection of used books and new best sellers arrive every day. The owners are extremely knowledgeable and offer excellent choices. I read 2 to 3 books a week and absolutely love this store. There is nothing like turning the pages of a real book!”

1073 6th Ave 2nd Floor, New York NY 10018

4.7 Superb 356 reviews

• Today 10AM – 8PM
• (212) 869-1700

“I adore this store and visit every time I am in town. The highlight of my business trips are always browsing this store. Their customer service is beyond stellar. There is always someone around to help locate something or answer questions. The folks who answer the phone are always very polite and helpful. Their membership is a great value and comes with a cute card! The above and beyond: I had requested a hold for an incoming item that was delayed - it was an hour before I had to catch a train (won't be back for a few months) and last ditch effort called to ask if it had arrived. They were still processing the day's delivery. The woman on the phone could have easily told me I needed to wait until I received a call that it was ready and I would have understood, but instead she located the item and prepped it for pickup. I was able to purchase it and make my train. Beyond grateful for their amazing service.”

368 Tompkins Ave, Brooklyn NY 11216

4.9 Superb 50 reviews

• Today 12 – 7PM
• (347) 441-0048

“One of my favorite bookstores in NYC. Lots of great fiction, graphic novels, social justice oriented books, books by POC authors, and liberatory content, including People’s History posters and zines. I adore the vibe of this bookstore and the people who work here are warm, kind, and great at recommending perfect books. A staple Bed-Stuy establishment that represents the community in many ways. Please let this bookstore stay in our community for a long time ?”

445 Gold St, Brooklyn NY 11201

4.7 Superb 144 reviews

• Today 10AM – 9PM
• (718) 422-7780

“I enjoyed buying my journals here, spent the afternoon wanting the eclectic assortment of goodies I brought back home. Compliments to your buyer's for one of a kind writing equipment and good picks for the naturalist that I am:) Thankful....”

1396 Fulton St, Brooklyn NY 11216

4.8 Superb 128 reviews

• Today 10AM – 7PM
• (718) 858-4400

“I ordered a book online. The customer service once I placed my order was top notch. I received notifications on each step and all links for tracking worked perfectly. The part I didn’t expect was the care surrounding packaging for transport. The packaging told me EVERYTHING I needed to know about Nicholas Brooklyn. If this type of packaging doesn’t show you they care about books… I really don’t know what else does. This shows they love books just as much as the person ordering. ??????”

1313 Madison Ave, New York NY 10128

4.8 Superb 125 reviews

• Today 10AM – 6PM
• (212) 831-3554

“Great selection of classic adult and children books. Great number of art books too. Very nice wrapping service during the holidays. The postcard selection could be better but overall it's a lovely store.”

220 E 78th St, New York NY 10075

4.9 Superb 85 reviews

• Today 11AM – 7PM
• (212) 794-3858

“Skip Amazon and come here instead! I walked past this shop and was immediately drawn in by its warm, soulful vibe. The staff is incredibly kind, and they have a beautiful selection of crystals, sound bowls, and self-growth books. I ended up buying Himalayan salt candle holders that beat Amazon's prices and quality by a mile. Definitely stop in if you want to add some calm, meaningful energy to your space.”

490 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn NY 11211

4.8 Superb 127 reviews

• Today 12 – 7PM
• (718) 388-5087

“Such an adorable local graphic novel store that has an amazing catalog of books, zines, art from local and classic artists. Such a gem of a place, come support this awesome local bookstore.”

486 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn NY 11217

4.9 Superb 76 reviews

• Today 11AM – 7PM
• (718) 625-5925

“I’m surprised because they have a lot of books 📚 there 😍 I bought few Islamic books for my kids!!! Salesman was so friendly and kind 🩷”

536 Metropolitan Ave, Brooklyn NY 11211

4.8 Superb 118 reviews

• Today 11AM – 8PM
• (347) 889-5569

“Like If a treehouse turned into a dreamy store pulling stars from the sky, weaving art from clouds, pressed flowers, and glittery aquarium soil, selling trinkets, ephemera, & zines made by the community”

4602 17th Ave, Brooklyn NY 11204

5 Superb 74 reviews

• Today 9:30AM – 8PM
• (718) 871-5316

“Very nice customer service very impressed happy place and beautiful store the outside doesn't do it justice once you get to the basement it's really nice”

4307-11 13th Ave, Brooklyn NY 11219

4.8 Superb 63 reviews

• Today 10AM – 7PM
• (718) 435-5900

“The store is beautiful and the service is outstanding. I needed a rush order for a personalized item, and they were incredibly accommodating without charging excessive fees. The customer service is excellent, they’re always available and eager to help. I will definitely be coming back!”

1942 Amsterdam Ave, New York NY 10032

4.8 Superb 118 reviews

• Today 12 – 6PM
• (212) 862-3680

“This independent Black owned and Black author focused bookshop and cultural center is amazing. Come to check out a poet's book launch and stay to brouse the meticulously curated collection of books. You won't be disappointed.”

2 Cow Neck Rd, Port Washington NY 11050

4.8 Superb 69 reviews

• Today 9AM – 7PM
• (631) 824-2983

“Sam the receptionist got me right in as an emergency new patient. Dr Neren has a patient friendly staff. Dr Neren clearly explained my X-rays and treatment plan. I felt very reassured when I left the office.”

1586 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn NY 11230

4.9 Superb 70 reviews

• Today 10AM – 10PM
• (718) 258-1955

“It is a good place to go to check ones clothing for Shatnez as well as many different sefarim and siddurim. It is a good place to get your Jewish books for yeshiva.”

36-19 30th St, Astoria NY 11106

4.7 Superb 176 reviews

• Today 11AM – 7PM
• (718) 278-2665

“Friendly beautiful book store. Brought my little granddaughter today. We sat and read little books in the toddlers section and she was happy. She felt cozy comfortable and selected a couple new books. Raising a reader.”

35-32 Union St, Flushing NY 11354

4.7 Superb 168 reviews

• Today 12 – 6PM
• (347) 438-1296

“Amazing Anime Store in New York City! I got Kyojuro Rengoku banner, Jujutsu Kaisen number 1 Manga, & Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba number 2 Manga since I completed reading the first one.”

581-B Middle Neck Rd, Great Neck NY 11023

4.9 Superb 50 reviews

• Today 9:30AM – 7PM
• (516) 482-4729

“Great Judaica store with a beautiful product selection and amazing service. Beyond our household needs, we’ve ordered in bulk for simchas and Etty was very helpful guiding us to make the best selections. Highly recommend”

143 7th Ave, Brooklyn NY 11215

4.9 Superb 88 reviews

• Today 10AM – 7PM
• (718) 783-3075

“Awesomeness at its best! It’s a lovely place to immerse yourself into new favourite writers! 💜 The staff is very friendly and welcoming! 💞”

972 5th Ave, New York NY 10075

4.7 Superb 184 reviews

• Closed today
• (332) 228-2238

“Albertine is a charming and elegant place known for its beautiful atmosphere and unique character. It offers visitors a relaxing experience with a blend of culture, style, and creativity. Many people enjoy Albertine for its welcoming environment and memorable appeal.”

323 Linden St, Brooklyn NY 11237

5 Superb 47 reviews

• Today 12 – 7PM
• (347) 425-7077

“The Spanish classes are so wonderful! I've found the instructors to be patient, kind, and amazing at encouraging students to speak up and learn in class. I've only take the virtual courses so far, which have been really engaging despite taking place online (where it may feel tough to speak up). All of the students were there to learn, which made class super fun and interesting. Thank you for the amazing TV, music, and movie recs too!”