Books and Books has a long history with Miami. The flagship store is located in a beautiful 1927…read morebuilding listed in the Coral Gables Register of Historic Places. Mitchell Kaplan founded Books & Books in 1982 in a 500 sq ft space in Coral Gables when he realized that he loved books more than going to law school. Somehow this independent book seller has managed to stay in business in a time when most books are bought online. One of the ways they have stayed relevant is by hosting over 60 author events every month. Books & Books sponsors one of my favorite events every November, the Miami Book Fair, when 300 hundred authors converge on the Wolfson Campus of Miami Dade College for a week of one of a kind literary events. The fair was started in 1984 by Miami-Dade College Wolfson Campus President, Eduardo J. Padrón and Mitchell Kaplan in partnership with the Miami library system. Many famous people, artists, athletes, politicians, and celebrities have come to Miami to speak about their books at the fair. It is now the largest literary festival in the country. I discovered this small Books & Books outpost while exploring Bal Harbour Shops. It might be one of the only stores I can afford in the entire mall. As soon as you walk in the heavenly smell of books engulfs you. I wish they sold it is a perfume. On the wall and tables are a good selection of the latest best sellers, popular fiction, children's book, and non fiction. They also sell reading glasses. In a time when most books stores have been shuttered, it is wonderful to see that Books & Books has managed to keep the literary loving community engaged.

Such a cute gem... nothing like it in the city. Miss this place…read more Xoxoxoxooooxoxooxxxoxx

I loved this so much!!! What's better than recycling books and sharing them for free?? They have a…read morelarge selection of all types of books, in different languages, some look brand new. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. You can also schedule an appointment to take in donated books. They have events for children once a month too. You are missing out if you don't stop in!

Lovely selection, very well organized and caring staff! Was so happy to visit this location, had…read morebeen to the location in south beach in the past.

Crazy Ed's Comics is still open…read more The owner gladly sees customers by appointments only in the Bay Harbor area (all it takes is a simple phone call or email to request one). He runs his business through his website, eBay and one on ones with serious buyers. Here's his phone number (305) 947-6776. Here's his website Crazyedscomics.com Hope this helps my fellow yelpers with a better experience with Crazy Ed.

I can't speak highly enough about my experience at Play it Again! The owner was incredibly kind and…read moresuper helpful. Their stock is absolutely incredible and the owner worked with me on a good deal. I bought $300 in merchandise and felt excited about the deal I got and the owner went above and beyond in hooking me up with extras and in making sure everything was secure to be transported. Do yourself a favor and check this place out. TIP: it's a hard place to find because there isn't much signage. If you're in the Dollar General plaza, you're in the right place!

Fantastic place. Lee and Jesus were really nice. I really wanted to find a retro video game place…read moreto play my ps1/ps2 and N64 games and this place had it all. While they didn't have most of the games I was looking for, they said that they always get new stuff in everyday, so that gets me excited. Overall I love this place as it makes me very nostalgic looking at all of the old games and consoles. Amazing store!!!

Open Kitchen is one of those rare finds that immediately makes you feel like a regular, even on…read moreyour first visit. From the moment you walk in, there's a warm, welcoming energy -- part upscale café, part gourmet market, and entirely delightful. The food is nothing short of outstanding. Everything is fresh, thoughtfully prepared, and full of flavor. Whether you're stopping in for a healthy lunch, a cozy dinner, or just grabbing a coffee and pastry, the quality is consistent and always impressive. The menu has something for everyone -- from crisp salads and comforting pastas to standout daily specials that are hard to pass up. The staff is friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate (starting with Inés - Chef and owner) on what they serve. You can tell there's real care behind every detail, from the curated wine selection to the artisanal groceries lining the shelves. Open Kitchen is more than just a restaurant -- it's a community spot where good food meets good people and friends; which I have been a customer for more than 9 years. A must-visit in Bay Harbor Islands!

Delicious! There is a new menu selection every week. We had the flatbread, lamb chops, salmon,…read moreand orecchiete. The owner is wonderful and makes everyone feel welcome. Loved it.

Awesome place and Salim is very professional and answered all my questions. Got a great set of…read moreglasses at a very fair price.

Unprofessional. I needed to replace the lens of my reading glasses (using the frame I already had),…read morewhen I stopped by Vision Mood, I specifically asked if they could work with my Frame and they said Yes. After waiting for 2 months, I finally found that Vision Mood broke my $800 frame and guess what, tried to sell me a new Frame without reimbursing for the broken Frame, that is an absurd and completely unprofessional. Don't go there, find another place.

Had a great experience with Gray & Sons, transaction between shipping and quote and payment was…read morewithin 2 weeks! Highly recommend if you have jewelry to sell.

I made an offer and got accepted by email. Later on that day I got a phone call from Rich with the…read moretotal. He said the watch need to be inspected first since they just got the watch. And it will be ready on Wednesday. (I was talking to him on Friday). I asked him to send me the invoice so I can pay for it. I also emailed him again to ask him to let me know when the watch is ready. Today, Saturday, I found out that the watch was sold. So I called him back. Then he checked for me and informed me that the watch is sold. He said He wasn't sure that I want it or not. I told him that I offered and you accepted. I asked you to email me the invoice also. I wasn't happy about how they handle the transaction at all. They should have sent me the invoice or reserved it for me. It's almost my first time purchasing from them. However I will be the last. Disappointed.

I love this new smoke shop. I couldn't find a 10mm bowl cup at any smoke shop in Miami & nobody…read moreoffered to help me get it until I called world of smoke & vape. Melissa the owner ordered my piece for me & had it the next evening for me. She really went above & beyond to make sure I was taken care of. I usually get the GRAV brand bowl cup but she suggested a different piece that was actually much better. I'm glad she did because the piece she suggested is designed so that the flower cannot get sucked through the hole of the bowl cup no matter how hard you pull on it. Very cool. They also had all the little extras I was looking for. I will definitely be coming here for all of my smoking needs from now on. THANK YOU!!

From the owner: At World of Smoke & Vape, we pride ourselves on being the ultimate destination for all your smoking…read moreand vaping needs. We carry a wide range of products, including disposable vapes, delta THC, kratom, e-liquids, glass pipes, hookahs, detoxes, and smoking accessories. Our knowledgeable staff is always ready to provide the best recommendations. As a leader in the smoke and vape industry for 25+ years with over 50+ locations, we stay ahead of the curve by constantly scouting for the newest, most trending products. Our passion for delivering the best smoke shop experience is what sets us apart. Whether you're a seasoned smoker or new to the game, we're here to provide you with the best-in-class service and products.