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    3.4 (34 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Mercedes C.

    I like bookstores. I love the smell of new books as soon as I walk in to a bookstore. Give me a book anytime. I'm not fond of reading a book on my tablet. I love my iPad for shopping and completing some work stuff- that's it! Nothing beats a good read on....paper. I totally get that we live in a technology-driven world, and totally get that paper books have been replaced by electronic devices, but where's the flair when you read a book in a tablet? There's something special about reading a classic paper book. In comes Barnes & Noble, the Lone Ranger in all of Westchester. This flagship store has been a staple in Central Avenue, in the Yonkers area for a while. Other bookstore companies, have come and gone, but Barnes & Noble is still standing strong. Everyone at Barnes & Noble is excellent and it's such a breeze to get in and out. If you can't find a book, customer service will gladly locate it for you. Listen, I'm not here to pick anyone with anybody about what's right or wrong, and whether or not you're going to get a bigger brain boost from picking up an actual book. Except to mention that, Barnes & Noble has a very friendly atmosphere with all your book needs.

    There is a magazine section, with benches.
    Jimmy C.

    There were rumors of this book chain going under recently, but it appears to be doing better now that the results for its third quarter are out. They sell $7 billion worth of stuff a year! CAUTION IF YOU ARE NOT FROM AROUND HERE This place, in the Central Plaza Shopping Center, is on the east side of Central Avenue. This area of Central Avenue can get very congested, yet, people drive by at 60 miles per hour! The police, bless their hearts, are all over the place, especially on Thursday evenings, in unmarked cars, when the kids street race. 'Don't ask me how I know - just be careful! HUGE There are just aisles and aisles of books of all kinds at Barnes & Noble. There are also a ton of little knickknacks and gifts. "High Profit Items" or "Impulse Opportunities" I'm sure they call them back at the Home Office. If you are "a reader," spending hours in here, and accidentally missing, say, a dentist appointment, is really EASY!! PROBLEMS & SOLUTIONS Problem 1: most of the books here COST a small fortune! If you have ever been to a library sale where great books sell for pennies, shelling out $45 for some big celebrity's latest ideas may not interest you. When I see a new, expensive book, I always think to myself, "In two ******* years, this book will sell for half a buck at some garage sale!" That's worse than the depreciation on a new car! The solution is to be a disciplined shopper. I have been going to "B & N" (that's what the cool kids call it) for years, but I make a beeline for the BARGAIN BOOKS - and that's where I stay. There are great values in there. NOTE: of course, they are "bargains" for a reason. The type may be small. The book may have an odd size, or subject. 'Just make sure you check the product out before deciding to purchase. B & N makes it easy to hang around. There are chairs scattered around, a magazine area, with places to sit, and, naturally, their infamous "Cafe." Ate there a long time ago. It was okay. Problem 2: If they get busy, and you wanna buy something, it will be awhile before you leave. They gotta ask everybody if they are "in the B & N Club or not" (ugh). Here's a tip, but the last time I did this was years ago, so the policy may have changed: you can pay for the books *anywhere* - even in the cafe. So, if the cashiers are busy, it might be quicker checking out thru the cafe, even tho you don't order a latte. There is a huge new video section. I don't go in there. It's like foreign soil to one searching for a book. Although it's in a giant mall, and parking is usually no problem, with iHOP next door, and Uno Chicago nearby, close spots can be hard to get. 'Go. 'Have fun. 'Buy a book and then eat nearby. Life is GREAT!!

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    Bhee G.

    A place were you would find people of varied ages who are lovers of books. Massive books/ magazines that you can just read while sipping your favorite coffee at their cafe. Besides free Wifi you've got staff that will assist you. The cafe staff are great and friendly. The place is neat and tidy. Also a place for kids .. Since library are seldom seen around the neighborhood. Love their hot veggie soup and varied desserts and coffee... I would recommend this place to anyone. 4 star for the biggest B&N around.

    Kiara C.

    Love book stores! B&N is like christmas. Staff were helpful, also weren't breathing on your neck asking if you need assistance, which is just how I like to shop. I found several books and unfortunately had to pick one to read. Gosh I hate having to choose, it's like shoe shopping you can't just pick one pair. I had the BN membership, but felt like is was a useless membership to pay for every year. I tend to get books from Amazon for the discounted prices which is awesome sauce! $25/year isn't much, but the prices of the books in store are a little ridic. Then again I may have been spoiled by the cheap prices for books via Amazon and local shops. :) Anywho, this store location was clean, and was rather busy which was great to see for a change. Definitely recommend coming here.

    Rita R.

    I absolutely love the Yonkers Barnes and Noble! It may not be the biggest one around or even the newest, but in my experience the atmosphere is great. Anytime I have gone in there the staff is very friendly and helpful, and they really take the time to help you find exactly what you're looking for. The lines move fast when it's time to check out. The cafe makes the best caramel macchiato and the free wifi doesn't hurt! They also have some great story times and kids events that I have taken my children to as well. Love this B&N.

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    The staff there is not friendly. She is not patient and let me wait for a long time when I like to return the books.

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    The selection of books, cafe, atmosphere, cleanliness, and people are all excellent.

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    I went in to buy a gift the other day and they do free gift wrap!

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    Staff were helpful, also weren't breathing on your neck asking if you need assistance, which is just how I like to shop.

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