This DuPont Circle staple is a must-visit. It's an indie…read morebookstore with a full restaurant and bar. The dining area is so comforting and relaxing. I love that it's a solarium with murals and greenery. Like most bookstores, they host events from signings and readings to book clubs and art classes. Lots of staff-recommended books at any given time. It's a lovely experience to shop books here whether for yourself or someone else. The food is pretty good too.

Stopped by Kramers for their new beach-themed tea time and it was great. The scones were warm and…read morebuttery, easily one of the best ive had. Got iced tea with mine (they do hot tea too, both really good). The loaded lobster roll was better than I expected. Plenty of actual lobster, not a bunch of filler. Sat out on the patio, which is a nice spot. Relaxed, easy to lose track of time. And the bookstore is the reason I keep coming back anyway. Huge selection, always find something. Books plus tea and a lobster roll is a solid afternoon after work!

Great sandwiches. Sourdough bread was yummy. Good book selections both political and fiction. Books…read moreand coffee, my favorite things.

Staff is SO KNOWLEDGEABLE -- in children's section two people could immediately connect stories to…read morethe interests I described! The environment in the store is lovely too! I just ordered on line - easy too!

Great selection of Books I wanted the divine comedy but they didn't have it translated by the…read moreauthor I wanted. Cute cards and stickers and tshirts. The girl found her book. We will return.

Great neighborhood bookstore right on 14th Street and a good spot to browse after dinner or before…read morewaiting for a meal. The interior is spacious, well organized and plannogrammed, and brightly lit. I could spend hours here, and so can you! Except for one bench I didn't see an area where you can cozy up and read or hang out with a coffee, but it has a great vibe, with so much more beyond books---totes, bags, games, magnets, gifts, and more! Definitely worth stopping in!

Gorgeous bookstore! Spent a good half hour browsing there this morning, and could've spent many…read moremore. Beautifully organized, colorful, and decorated space offering a wide variety of books, local gifts, and artisan goods + crafts. I bought "Homegoing" by Yaa Gyasi thanks to the thoughtful "staff pick" recommendations they have on little notecards for various reads around the store. They even have a dedicated children's area with a little play space for kiddos, and a cafe serving up baked goods and beverages for purchase. Highly recommend visiting this local neighborhood gem.

This was my first time at a book signing and it will absolutely not be my last. Solid State Books…read moreis a pretty decent sized bookstore on H street near the Whole Foods and Black owned. On a Thursday evening it was very easy for me to find parking right up front and pay the meter for an hour. The event started on time and we were able to do a Q&A with the authors (who are now NY best sellers, woot woot). After the Q&A we all stood in line to get our books signed. Everything was well organized so the line went by quickly. Kristely at the front desk was super helpful and also helped me out with a glass of wine. This will definitely be my new hangout spot to come and enjoy a drink while I indulge in a new book or two. Thank you so much Solid State for a memorable experience.

Roaming around more interested in bookstores than the monuments. Established in 1974, yes it's as…read moreold as me! Super cute antique book store. You can find some oldies and some recent ones too! There is no place to sit if your into that sort of thing so if you e been walking for awhile a just be prepared. You also need to check in all big bags which I loved because my shoulders were killing me! I will return it's in a cute Neighborhood at DuPont circle which is a historic roundabout. It's considered the "old city".

I ended up going to Second Story Books over a MLK Day weekend vacation in D.C…read more They had a 20% discount on books over the weekend so I felt I should take advantage of that and at least purchase a book which I did. Their selection and feel was good. Though, I was specifically looking for Agatha Christie books and was kind of stunned they really did not have any. Though they did humorously have some sort of John Grisham original collection for way too much money to the point that I have no idea who would love/care about Grisham to that extent. Anyway, I enjoyed the experience there, worth checking out while being in the popular area that is Dupont Circle, and still am using my Second Story Books bookmark.

This bookstore is small but they have mounds and mounds of vintage type books. They have…read moreeverything categorized neatly, and I spent a good twenty minutes just perusing the collections. I found several titles from the past including "Not on my watch", "Mother Mary comes to me", and Linford Fisher's "Stealing America". Taylor Jenkinsfried's "Atmosphere" grabbed my attention for about ten minutes which was intriguing. I probably would spent much more time here if they had any place to sit down. There are 2 levels here, and pretty much every square inch is filled with some old relics. I think I will come back sometime, this time with my reading glasses.

As you walk down the brick sidewalk, you will come across the cutest local book store with a warm…read moreand inviting exterior. As I walked inside it gave off a library atmosphere. Of course it even had that classic book smell. My favorite. There is an upstairs and a downstairs. It can be a little tight depending on the amount of customers inside. There is a wide range o books. Of course there is a lot of political themed books, its the area we are in. I was lucky to find Kamala Harris's book, "107 Days." Pricing was what I expected and supporting a local book store than the large box store down the street was where my heart was at. The books were well organized, and everything was nicely categorized. There was one employee working. They were not super engaging, but I chalk that up to library atmosphere. But, whenever they were asked a questions they were helpful. There is a lot of local advertising and they are supportive of the LGBTQ population.

Have you ever been looking for that book you read as a kid, and can't seen to find it anywhere?…read moreLook no further! This is a charming used bookstore. It has a wonderful selection, knowledgeable staff, and is unpretentious. So, if you are looking for that nostalgic book, or just want to lose yourself in memories for a little while, this is the place! Highly recommend!

i was initially very excited to check this place out but it ended up being a waste of time. The…read morecheapest book was $4.50 and it was terrible condition of a book that isn't popular. I get it, they need to make money and I am always for supporting bookstores but it just seemed like a major rip off. I guess it is still better than going to a bookstore that only sells brand new books and it is a great way to find books that you wouldn't be able to find in those newer books-stores. As for Pricing as of 2026: Most books are at least 8 to 15. Lots of books at ticket price. Wouldn't really consider this a 'used bookstore' overall

I love this place. The small press selection is superb. You can find beautiful UK editions without…read morea significant (or any?) markup, and random markdowns, which is always a nice surprise. And the service is friendly, which is so important and relatively rare in indies. I've been to so many other indies where the staff are just weirdly hostile or look like they can't care less about customer service just because they're intellectual or whatever. This store makes me feel good about not buying from Amazon, whereas some other bookstores just lecture you about it and don't do anything to make you want to stay and spend money. It does get crowded on weekends. Also, be prepared to overhear lots of 20-somethings talk to each other like they're trying to impress. Just the nature of a certain overeducated segment of DC and the neighborhood.

I love the Adams Morgan neighborhood of DC because they've got so many gems like Lost City…read more It's a two-floor bookshop that also hosts events like book clubs and art classes. Book signings often take place here as well. Such an incredible selection of books. They've got rare books, used books, new books, and out of print books, banned books, and LGBTQ+ books. They also sell boutique items like pens and postcards. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I have spent hours just getting lost in books here. It's a wonderful way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon.

I love this bookshop the employees are always so friendly and it's just very beautifulread more

We happened to stumble across this cozy bookstore while wandering Capitol Hill. Located just by…read moreEastern Market, and across the way from a great puzzle shop, this bookstore has such a wonderful collection of unique books. The service is incredibly helpful and happy to share recommendations. The downstairs kids section is fantastic. I came here with my kids and they were just loving the store with the many bean bags, tunnels, and selection of books. I read several to them and they enjoeyd sitting around the little table and listening to me. There is a comfy couch area, where I sat for a moment and had a moment to just enjoy reading a book uninterrupted. The shop has a nice curated collection that reflects DC politics and travel, along with just some good reads.

Superb coffee house that has been in Adams Morgan for well over a half's century, featuring…read morememorable local arts, and books that irritate conservatives (yeah!), but also featuring superb food and coffee. The inside is like an active library reading room. Folks in computers, pads, etc. reading and intellectualizing. Soft progressive music in the air. I had an egg and cheese homemade biscuit that was just awesome. Peaceful, lovable and fun. Perfect for a break from the day's chores.

After living in Adams Morgan for 10 years, I feel lucky to have this spot just a short walk away…read more It's the perfect co-working space--I love being surrounded by shelves of books, even if I've never bought one, because the atmosphere is so welcoming. On top of that, they're a true community bookstore, giving back by providing free meals to people in need, which I find really admirable. My go-to order is usually an iced coffee (or hot, depending on the day), but I've also had their biscuit with egg, cheese, and bacon a few times. That biscuit is perfectly fluffy, the egg is creamy, and the bacon is on point--so good that I've thought about ordering a side of bacon just to have more. If you're in the area and need a cozy spot to work, this is it. I love that they have plenty of outlets (a rarity!) and even window seating. Great coffee, great food, and a mission worth supporting.