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    3.4 (60 reviews)
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    Open 10:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Dayna E.

    Great Experience at Barnes & Noble La Cantera This location is always such a pleasure to visit. The store is clean, well-organized, and easy to browse the great value and selection, with plenty of seating areas to relax and look through books. The staff is friendly, helpful, and quick to offer recommendations or assistance. The café is a nice bonus for enjoying a coffee while reading. Overall, a great value and experience -- definitely one of my favorite stops at La Cantera.

    Ari E.

    A blind date with a book was a cute idea. Employees were helpful in looking for books. They didn't have what we were looking for, so they checked other stores for us, turns out the other stores didn't have what we were looking for either. I loved that they checked without being asked. The store is large, 2 floors but the escalators are currently broken. No worries, they have an elevator.

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    Jen H.

    Back in the old days when I needed a book for school immediately, I would purchase all my books from Barnes & Noble. These days, I'm usually just browsing and not purchasing in store since most books can be found cheaper online (e.g. Amazon). This B&N is definitely one of the better ones I've encountered throughout my decades of browsing at B&Ns. One of my favorite parts of this location is the huge atrium that opens up to the second floor of the store. It makes the store very welcoming and inviting, enticing you to its bookshelves. There is a massive selection of books to choose from, which are sprawled out across two floors of B&N. But don't fret, all the books are efficiently organized by genre. I've noticed that the bigger the B&N, the larger the selection of board games; and this location is no exception. They also have a very large children's section, as well as games and toys for youngsters. I also enjoy looking at all the coffee table books displayed on the shelving along the far left wall (near the checkout area). If you haven't checked out this B&N located within the Shops at La Cantera, you're missing out on a great bookstore experience.

    Bryan R.

    Great to see a Barnes and Noble still open. Our daughters love to read and were always happy to get them some books. This place was super busy and was really clean.

    Junjie C.

    Beautiful bookstore like most B&N stores. Love the atmosphere and the environment here. Great to spend an afternoon reading at a corner.

    Kermit’s W.

    Very nice place. Bought a few Steven King books like IT. There was a customer service nook in the front and they answered all my questions! They showed me where all his books would be found! Every employee was friendly! The checkout lady (forgot name), was super friendly and recommended some books! RECOMMENDATIONS: I had asked one of the customer service workers if they sold book annotation tabs, they said no? I think it would be an amazing idea if they sold them with the other goodies by checkout! It's a really fun thing and it makes reading enjoyable! I had to buy it on amazon which was sort of a nuisance because i could have bought it with my novel. Overall, great experience! Although the bookshelves are very organized, I wished the placements were more accessible. It's almost like a maze!

    Books and Coffee -- YES!
    Dixie B.

    Barnes & Noble, Books & Coffee! Good things go together. Barnes & Noble at La Cantera is located at a great end spot with an entrance on the outside, toward the parking lot, and on the inside, toward the walking area. I like that I can get straight in from the parking lot (assuming I can find a spot!) when I'm in a hurry. B&N is a great place to pick up a quick gift, or a place to grab a coffee at their Starbucks counter and check out some books. They have every sort of book most people would be interested in, and will also order books for you. One of my favorite spots is the travel section. You can pick up CDs to learn a foreign language, or grab a Fodor's or Frommer's. It's all good.

    Cafe plain rude most of the time that I come here. Everyone has a mean face and acts unusual when you need help. Customer service is bad. My drink (that I get every time) tasted worse then ever and they couldn't do anything about. I've always had trouble here with not being a addressed in a kind uplifting manner. Usually when it's a real Starbucks or just a good cafe, the customer service is outstanding. So this is just disappointing. I'm such a coffee shop person and typically coffee shops have such an uplifting mood. Never fails to disappoint here. By the way no smiles from most of the common employees I see here. However, the bookstore is awesome.

    Paul P.

    This is my favorite Barnes and Noble in San Antonio. I love to come here to see and peruse the books before I buy them on Amazon. The chairs in the cafe and around the store allow for easy and on the spot shopping on the Amazon app.

    Apparently it's Not Starbucks according to the employee‍

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    Nowhere Bookshop

    4.7(88 reviews)
    12.2 mi
    $$

    Shop local when and where you can! Of all the indie book stores, this one has the most selection. I…read moreeven found the book I was looking for! Nowhere focuses on local, cultural, LGBTQIA, and overall a very diverse selection of books. They also host big events like speakers. Nowhere is about the size of your average Half Price Books and as someone else said, it's like stepping into a grown-up Scholastic Book Fair. Socks, bookmarks, cards, they sell so many things. Towards the back they also have a coffee shop! I need to go back and order a cortado for my review series. You can tell this shop is well-loved. It was extremely crowded. Staff remained in excellent spirits providing top notch customer service. I fell in love with this shop immediately. I was already a fan based on word of mouth. But experience the shop for yourself - you must do it. I can't wait until my next visit.

    Love a hybrid business. This independent book store and coffee shop has most things I could ask…read morefor: wifi, coffee (and non coffee drinks), snacks, and seating. Their displays of books are well curated, and they have some knickknacks and gifts for that eccentric person in your life. I do wish the cafe had some gluten free options (pastries looked and smelled so good. The whole area smelled like butter.). And would like an alt milk option that isn't nuts, soy, or oat based (like coconut milk!). Free parking in the back.

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    Nine Lives Books

    Nine Lives Books

    4.2(92 reviews)
    6.2 miMedical Center
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    I've decided to explore the city's used bookstores. It seems we have quite a few, and I wasn't…read moreaware of many of them. Nine lives books was one of them. It is located in a strip mall off Fredericksburg, and it won't be found unless ones looking for it, which I was. It is not a very big place, but it does have a lot of knickknacks, including an impressive collection of stickers, bookmarks, and vinyl records, to name a few. It actually is a pretty neat place. The books are used and for the most part they're very reasonably priced. They do not have an inventory of the books, so you do have to look through shelves, if looking for a particular title. And their staff is only one person at the cashier. Which is to say that you can browse to your heart's content, and discover some major reads. They also had quite a few boxes of books that were under one dollar or $.50. This is one of those places that I intend to return to, because of pricing and to support small businesses. I truly recommend visiting this place. It makes for a fun visit.

    It's cramped because they moved to a smaller location from a larger location. The staff are some of…read morethe nicest, friendliest people I've met. You'll find a lot more than books. There's bookmarks, stickers, collectibles, etc. I never regret a trip to this place because if I can't find what I'm looking for, at least I had a pleasant interaction with the employees.

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    The Twig Book Shop - TBR for Psychology

    The Twig Book Shop

    4.3(71 reviews)
    13.1 miTobin Hill
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    One of the best parts about visiting a bookstore is the conversations I get to experience during…read morecheckout. The book I purchased sparked a beautiful conversation with the ladies at the checkout counter. I love listening to how others interpret / respond to an author's perspective. It's one of the richest's parts of discussing books. I took my time browsing this cute indie bookstore. I always take my time in bookstores as I walk each isle waiting to find the book that calls to me. I have so many books on my, to-be-read list and when I spot one of them on a shelf, it's like seeing an old friend. The book I chose to bring home with me was, The Selected Works of Audre Lorde. What a gem for only $16.95. I'm going to really enjoy this one. Her work is raw, powerful, and unapologetic. I also bought a bookmark which is something I always do when buying a new book. They just go hand in hand. You'll find many options at the checkout counter. Make sure to take a look at the beautiful journals if you're also into exploring your thoughts through writing.

    My daughters and I loved The Twig Book Shop…read more It is located at the historic cultural district Pearl situated in the center of San Antonio, TX. We walked over from Hotel Emma on 5.24.2025. The staff members were pleasant and helpful. I picked up a couple of books for my niece's upcoming 5th birthday. I really hope she gravitates towards these books I got her. My girls of summer also picked out some birthday gifts for each other. Because I spent just over $100, they gave me a free tote. According to their website, they got their name inspo from this Alexander Pope quote, "'Tis education forms the common mind; just as the twig is bent the tree's inclined."

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    The BookCellar

    4.7(23 reviews)
    13.2 miDowntown
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    Once again Fernanda put together a smooth running event. I do love this event…read more I shop here regularly. So, the opportunity to come & show them more love is okay by me. Their volunteers are always so helpful & knowledgeable. Its why I come back. Well, & the books. I came this time wanting cookbooks. I hadn't ever looked at their selection before. I collect vintage cookbooks, (yes, I use them too. ), I was happy to see the selection they had. I'll be back to look. Definitely adding this area to my focus. Right around the corner from the cookbooks are the vintage books. Well, they had this wonderful little Dick Tracy book. I knew it was coming home with me. Then, when I went to psy they were going to give me the Dick Tracy one. I told them no, I wanted to pay for it, it gives them the money. Isn't that the point!?

    The Book Cellar is such a hidden gem! Tucked away in the basement of the Central Library, it feels…read morecozy and welcoming as soon as you step inside. The selection is really impressive, especially if you're into Texas history, local authors, antique books, or those special finds you don't usually come across at bigger bookstores - and at a great price. and I could've easily spent way more time browsing - it's well organized and fun to explore without feeling overwhelming. The staff truly made the visit even better. Everyone was kind, patient, and genuinely happy to help or just chat, which made the whole experience feel relaxed and personal.

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    Cheever Books

    Cheever Books

    3.9(23 reviews)
    12.6 mi
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    Huge selection of books and nicely organized. It was clean and quiet, which is perfect for…read morebrowsing. The lady at the reception greeted me cordially, as I entered. The prices were a bit high in my estimation. I miss the Cheever Books of old, with more accessibly priced books. But it did have many first editions and collectors books, which is big plus. I would recommend it as a stop for anyone who loves reading and books.

    Wonderful selection of quality used books in great shape. A really nice mix of popular and eclectic…read moreand niche titles. The books are all in really great shape, many with covers or in sleeves. This is a store to people who are looking to add to their own collection, as opposed to looking for a cheap stack of books that they will then get rid of (no judgment, both practices have their place). Some negative reviews have claimed poor customer treatment, but my experience was the opposite. I bought a really nice autographed copy of "Baa Baa Blacksheep" and also a memoir by Eisenhower's speechwriter (see "eclectic and niche" above). This copy had no price written in it and had a goodwill sticker on it. I asked the lady at the counter how much the book was, and she looked it over and expressed her horror that the old sticker had not been removed. So she gave me the book at no charge and we had a great conversation about a unique picture of JFK's motorcade in San Antonio on the wall. Just a really nice experience.

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    Pink Zeppelin Books & Records

    Pink Zeppelin Books & Records

    4.1(7 reviews)
    14.5 miSouthtown, Downtown

    Pink Zeppelin Books & Records is a solid spot to come in to do some browsing and even come across…read moresome local artisan goods too like jewelry, stickers, small decor, and even t-shirts. We came in after noticing the spot while having coffee around the corner. Outside the shop, before walking in, there are several bargain books displayed that help with a visual cue of where you should be heading to. Organization of all records was pretty decent. Everything is spaced out and no overcrowding of records to be found here. You can browse easily without having any issues. I ended up finding a great early Rihanna LP and my partner found a pretty awesome and good quality of an REM LP here too. We were very happy with our finds and the condition the vinyl was when we brought it home to play. Of course you can find bargain records here but their curated records that are priced $5 and up will be pretty good quality in terms of cover and record quality. I think I remember seeing nice juices, beers, and even some energy drinks here that are offered in a cold case? I also saw plenty of magazines and niche zines here that I regret not taking a chance on. You will find something unique and very interesting here even outside of records. I really loved the book area/nook as there are plenty of genres to choose from. I will definitely come back through to browse their selection in the future. I am unsure if they still have bands play outside or in but I would be down to catch some tunes too.

    This bookstore/record shop/ clothing store feels just like home. The customer service is on par…read morewith the value of their selection throughout the store. I'm ecstatic to go back with a drink from Gold coffee shop next door as I look for my next great read. Thank you and keep on keeping on. P.S: get yourself a bookmark from Imelda B. Robles ‍ it's a piece of art

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