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    4.1 (33 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Shane S.

    I am a fan of bookstores as I love books & good to see that that Adobe Books is still fighting the good fight by keeping their doors open in the days of Amazon & Kindle. I got a friendly greeting when I walked into Adobe Books recently by an employee who works here & appreciate the kind gesture. Adobe Books has been around since 1989. There is a nice Eastern Religion & Philosophy section. Good Music & Rock N Roll section. The Poetry Section has local poets. There are New, Used, & Rare Books sold here. They also have a nice Zine selection. Besides books there are many community events here including: Artist talks, poetry readings, live music, experimental music, & author readings. Perhaps as things become more digital for better or worse bookstores will serve the purpose in the future of hosting community events & kudos for Adobe Books for doing a good job in facilitating that! Overall a good vibe & worth a visit if you are in this part of the Mission.

    Front entrance: everyone welcome, coming in is a requirement not an option.
    Edwin R.

    Cute little neighborhood bookstore only a block away from my favorite Jewish Deli "Wise and Sons!" I love their cute round tables - great for the after school kids to encourage good reading habits or maybe even study. They do carry best selling and have some really old classic books too. I found a "Sophocles Plays" paperback that was only a few dollars. It was a great find. I'm glad Adobe Bookshop is here even after all that technology, sometimes a good page turner is better than some popular "e-readers!" Cheers! :p

    Great used books!
    Kris B.

    This is why I love used bookstores. The sign says closed, but the door is open with 2 guys inside. Who knows, maybe they're doing inventory? We hesitantly ask at the door, hey are you guys open? One guy says under his breath as he flips the sign, "hm, the doors are open and there's people inside, I guess were open." I love the fact that there are still places in the world that don't kiss your ass. They are pure and truly open just for the love of books. As far from a Barnes and Noble as you can get! I definitely bought some used paperbacks because I need to support these places and know they still exist. With quasi-sarcastic employees and awesome music and the real deal you can only get in SF.

    Jess W.

    First-time stopping by -Interesting collections of some classy comics, DIY books, sci-fi, and novels. Will be a fun place to explore & discover what's trending! - A cart outside the door, of $4/ each books for sale! Seems like a good place to find cheap books for a quick read. - Cute, small, relaxing area for reading, with a small couch & plants. - Herbal scent throughout the store. They might be putting out a scent dispenser. However, I was not a big fan of the smell. - Lighting wasn't ideal, was a bit too dark to read.

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    Cute little neighborhood bookstore. Not a huge selection, but fun for browsing. There is a small art gallery in the back.

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    6 years ago

    one of the best curated used bookstores in sf with decent prices. it's small yet mighty.

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    9 years ago

    Great selection of classic literature at reasonable prices. I could have spent a LOT of money here!

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