Great spicy adult store with a huge selection (the largest I've seen in CT) love supporting non chain smaller businesses. The staff was friendly and willing to assist or answer questions, but not overly so. We would visit again read more

This is by far one of the best toy shops in CT. I've been here a few times and the staff is the best, always super nice, friendly and helpful with any questions, concerns or recommendations. They take their time bagging your items and checking them for electronic defects before buying, saves headache and money. I really ike that they offer to hold your items up behind the counter while you're shopping so you don't have to juggle and carry everything. They even offered to help get me a replacement for a toy that had a little issue within the material it was made of. They always have a wide variety of toys for men and obviously a bunch more for women so that is really nice. So many options for lube and toy care, it's hard to choose! The only bad experience I've had was the very first time I visited, about 3 years ago, where one employees followed me around and stood behind me while I was looking at their selection. Now I don't know if they still work there or not but that has never happened since that first visit which is awesome so don't worry about that. If you're in the area you should definitely stop by! P.S. I do have one suggestion for the owner, if there is any way to put up a fence or something to block the view from the McDonald's next door, that would be amazing, I know it is a long shot but it would be nice to not be seen while walking in or out from people buying food hahaha. Not a big deal but just a thought I had. read more

Great selection, friendly staff! They're never too personal unless you need them to be and they're always willing to make sure you're walking out a happy customer! read more

This place has everything and doesn't have the gross or uncomfortable vibe some shops like this have at times. The staff are super cool and the prices are reasonable. I found a variety of options for everything I was looking for. I'll certainly go back whenever I need something again. read more

Awesome store with a great selection. A lot to choose from. I would definitely say that the items are really good price. The customer service was great. My wife and I are going out of town for the weekend. So we wanted to get something great for New Year's, and ended up purchasing an app connected products. Will keep you posted on how awesome the product was. read more

First time me and my boyfriend went in one of the workers followed us around and was really weird about it. Second time we went to exchange one of the products we bought thats broken (had the receipt, box, etc) and the old lady was super rude and immediately said "no exchanges or returns" without even letting me explain what was wrong. Overall rude/creepy workers and terrible policies do NOT waste your time and money here. read more

Cool place that's been a landmark for a long time. They have just about everything to induce pleasure or pain to the human body. They also sell pipes and bongs, so you can be high while trying out your ball gag you just scored. DVDs and magazines to suit every bizarre and disgusting fetish you crazy Yelpers might have. I stop in (seriously) maybe once every couple of years for a laugh or to find something for a bachelor party. Staff is always friendly and eager to assist. Prices are high, and If you're planning on a big purchase, such as a fleshlight or a full size rubber woman you might want to check online first. Even the sickest sexual deviant should still be a frugal shopper. Tip: Avoid the 50 year old guys looking at scat porn by themselves. Some people are better left alone. read more

This is the best adult store I've been to in a long time. There were plenty of selections, it didn't feel dirty or grimy, and most importantly the staff was super helpful and friendly. I definitely will be back! read more

Clean, well-stocked Adult novelty store. Helpful & friendly staff. A fun way to kill some time on a cold, rainy afternoon.

Very comfortable setting, Knowledgeable staff and Helpful!! too many movies would like to see more items. read more

Like Yelp says, meh. I haven't been here in a few years. If you need your fix and don't want to take a long drive, I guess this may be a decent place to rent/buy your porn. (That's never exactly been my area of interest.) However, ladies, if you're looking for toys, lube, costumes and other fun items, skip Bookends altogether. It's a good place for your first vibrator (maybe) but beyond that, it doesn't have a whole lot to offer. I recommend Oh My Sensuality Shop in Northampton, MA for safe, healthy toys and lubes (seriously girls, do you KNOW what some of this shit is made out of? Take care of yourselves!) and Luv Boutique in Hartford for a big selection of clothes, shoes and props. Luv Boutique also has booths. (Jason, when did Bookends ever have booths? I've never seen them.) read more

I really like this place. The atmosphere is the best quality it has because the employees are always enthusiastic to help you out with any question you have and welcome you. They give you free batteries if you buy something that uses them. A huge DVD section, a good selection of magazines, my only complaint is a lot of things are locked behind glass and most people would feel too shy to ask.. Alison: Bookends used to have booths when it first opened, but they had to be taken out because a Priest had a heart attack in one of them! Oh, My! Is a great little place! read more

This place is awful. I used to have a good experience here. Today I go to buy a few items and when I asked for help with an item / something new I have no experience using, the lady tells me "that's not something we're at liberty to talk about/ discuss. That's between (me) and the internet. I have NEVER EVER received such shitty customer service in my life. How can they expect to get any business if the staff don't help the customers with answering questions? Never coming back and I'm going to inform people I know that come here of my recent experience. They lost a loyal customer today read more

love that all the staff are wearing masks and following the state guidelines. This store has the best selection out of any other stores i have been to in the area. I never leave reviews i but felt it was necessary. Great customer service. Everyone was super knowledgeable. Great prices too. read more

First time stopping by there today. Right off the bat I see that they have the most modern and updated luxurious items imaginable! Wonderful staff and exceptional customer service. I didn't purchase anything yet but I will be sure to stop by soon! read more

Great little adult place. Employees are very helpful and friendly.

I remember this being promoted at Radio 104 as a sponsor for "Mandatory Metallica". So I've been hearing about this place for years! Actually going there...I pretty much came to get what I need (which is a bowl) and I left. I do on coming back to pick up some pornografic parody DVDs. read more

So, I stopped in here the other night... I am a frequent/regular customer of Bookends and honestly I am not ashamed to say it!!! I just wanted to take a quick moment to say how awesome it looked for the holidays and appreciate the endless possibilities of Christmas gifts I was able to find for all my closest friends (yes the adult ones) Not only did I find super cute and hilarious holiday cards, but they were SUPER INEXPENSIVE. Now, for any person who has ever had a list longer than can be of people they choose to send Holidays to (I feel cards are more personal and thoughtful than simply sending someone any text, any message or any email)... but anyone like me who likes to give cards knows first-hand that they can be pretty expensive, especially when your buying a large amount of them and want to choose individual cards for each person's personality and sense of humor. I've actually seen cards that cost over $10.00 before . I am so glad I stopped by and found all of your adorable, hilarious AND AFFORDABLE holiday cards!!! So, I will be happily sharing my secret and favorite place around where they can find all of those Holiday gifts that leave their friends with much much more than a smile on their faces . read more

I will start off by saying it is a cute store. Has everything you need and don't need. So for that I will give one star. I had become a weekly shopper there, first purchase I got was a wonderful little bullet. Next visit was some awesome little oils. Went in with a bigger then normal crowd last week, so of course the people working on shift were walking around more and checking in on us. We left happy my friend got a toy we were all happy. I go in this week to buy a toy for a friends birthday and not 5 minutes of being in the store I had the manager or store owner telling me and my friend to get the fuck out of his store. Trying to say we stole!!!! I am a 37 yo woman and I have never felt so belittled and insignificant in my life. To be kicked out of a store for doing nothing. I will never go there again. They have lost someone who would have been a weekly shopper. Don't go unless u want to be blamed for something you did not do. read more

I go here because it is a no frills place with knowledgeable staff that are readily available to help you find an item or give you a recommendation if you don't already know what it is that you are looking for. Always stocked and good inventory I always get what I need and am in absolute out in under ten minutes. I purchased an adult toy for over a hundred dollars with tax and come to find out hours after purchase that it was unusable kit was called the rabbit or something like that - it had faux pearls in it but when I brought it to my friends Bachelorette party that night it was no longer working! an employee of the store quickly put batteries in it to show me that it worked before I bought it but I had asked for a a diff color after and she did not show me the new one with batteries I was humiliated never again! so just FYI buyer beware! Save any purchases with a decent price tag for another more reputable company. But if you are in a jam and need something quick it's dependable in my experience read more