Big Story Bookstore

What a find!!! Came for the macadamia milk matcha-stayed for the books. Warm and relaxing…read moreatmosphere along with the friendly barista makes this place a local favorite! Second floor is light and bright - as opposed to the first floor that is darker-low ceilings with tons of

From staff to the books, everything here is top notch great place to come food and coffee is…read moreamazing as are the books

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Second story windows

Roundabout Books

4.9(47 reviews)

2.6 mi

This was a cool little bookstore that came highly recommended by a friend that lives in the area…read more I had been anticipating the release of a book so while in town I drove up to this location. It has a great little coffee shop with bake goods they brought in from a local bakery. I found the book I wanted, an iced tea, and a cookie and I was all set. The proprietor asked me about my selection and we talked a bit about it. All in all a great experience and I will definitely be back again.

Beautiful bookstore with a great selection of new releases and a nice coffee bar. I loved the…read morecreative way they decorated their counters with remainder materials. I purchased some books and a cribbage board. A few days later I noticed the cribbage had the wrong number of points! I returned to the store and was pleasantly impressed with the return service I received store credit on a gift card. Easy parking for Bend area and I will definitely return.

Halloween is our favorite holiday and our Anniversary!

Locally-sourced espresso, tea, baked goods and sandwiches.

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Pegasus Books of Bend

4.0(56 reviews)

0.5 mi

I love a good bookstore to get lost in! This place has a ton of variety for all walks of life. One…read moreof the store owners was present while we were there, and the passion for what they do was palpable. Kinda wish we had more time to explore - we came later afternoon on a Sunday when shops close a bit earlier in the day. Check them out! Surely you'll find something to gift yourself or someone you love! At the very least a trip down memory lane.

Great little shop in the heart of Bend. Fun staff/team who are always friendly and helpful…read more The store is small and packed, lots to look at, touch and explore. Good standard pricing but the real treasure is the 1/2 price table, you can find some great gems there and who doesn't want to save money?

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Chewy and Han

Barnes & Noble Booksellers

3.4(20 reviews)

2.0 mi

Nice and new! Good selection, the usual B & N we've come to expect. Cashier was super nice and you…read morecan tell she likes her job.

I came in to gave a coffee and read a little. I went to the counter to order. This young woman saw…read moreme and was passing a drink to another lady. No problem. Then they began chatting and another woman started taking. I waited and waited, and then I sat down to read. She saw me waiting at the counter and ignored me. That's so rude

In store cafe is a nice place to sip coffee and read in quiet space.

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Underground Book Gallery

3.9(10 reviews)

0.5 mi

On a previous trip to Bend, I had noticed this spot (closed at the time) next door and in the same…read morebasement as The Cellar by Porter Brewing. On this trip one afternoon, I decided to stop in when it was open and loved my experience here. It's an eclectic used book and art store. The cashier was immediately welcoming and shared that local high school students are mainly the artists on display, with all manner of things for sale. The main draw here is used books, arranged by topic, but there's artwork and antiques mixed in everywhere. I bought a few charms and some junk journaling style post cards. It's one of those places you don't really know what you want to buy until something speaks to you. Prices are reasonable, you can tell this is more of a passion shop. If you're in Bend and looking for local fun shops, this one should be on your list.

Justin curates and maintains Central Oregon's most unique and affordable selection of used,…read moreantiquarian and esoteric volumes and books and local art

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Observer's Rocks & Books

5.0(1 review)

0.3 mi

got my last Kingsolver here along with some lovely pocket stones, what a cute place, I'll…read moreabsolutely be back!

From the owner: Books New and Used, Rocks & Crystals, Plants and Herbsread more

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