Probably the best bookstore I visited while in Pittsburgh... they had such a good collection of…read morereally incredible pieces of work. The guy who was working was curating everything right in front of us and I can tell that each thing is thought out and intentional. I ended up leaving with 2 books but wanted more.

This is a super cute local, independent bookstore and I highly encourage anyone in the area to…read morecheck it out! Most of the books there are used, so they're sold at a cheaper price but they have new books too. The used books are almost all in really great shape. Outside of the store, they have book carts with $5 and under books. The store is two floors, and the upper floor has a cozy reading area. The shelves in the store are separated by genre and there are also tables with owner-recommended books. In addition to books, there are also plants for sale. The place is so nicely decorated and such a nice environment for reading. To be honest, it doesn't even feel like walking into a store, and it's more like a cozy home. As a plus, I think this place has a cat around sometimes, but I didn't see the cat during my visit.

I forgot to take photos but this was my first time going and wow was I amazed…read more The bookstore itself had a lot of options and was organized well! Ramona made the most delicious drinks! Mango guava lemonade, chai latte, & brown sugar shaken espresso! All the staff were very friendly as well!

This is a great bookstore, and I enjoyed the books that they feature and categorize, especially new…read morearrivals, best sellers, and books/authors related to Pittsburgh. The coffee bar surpasses expectations. The drinks are great, especially because of their unique syrups and drink combinations. I have enjoyed lattes and fruit flavored lemonades, and my favorites have been the strawberry matcha and the blue velvet latte, which featured blueberry roobios syrup. The employees have also been very nice and it is cute inside. There is space to sit and read or work near the coffee bar - you are able to take your computer and work there with a drink from the coffee bar, without even needing to buy a book. It is a great multifunctional community space.

This new location downtown just opened and it is great!!! They are still setting some of the books…read moreup but the 2 people working there when I went on their 2nd day were so nice. Went to pick up some children's books for a book drive and walked out with 8 books and then 4 records for me. Win, Win.

The space was bigger than I expected yet small enough to still feel quaint. The guy working seemed…read morenice enough but not overly friendly. They had a good amount of books but I was expecting a lower price for being used. They actually had the book I wanted for virtually the same price I could get anywhere else, as I'm writing this review I checked online and it's significantly cheaper now than it has been. I guess that's the price of supporting local business.

walked over to Caliban after breakfast one morning. easy…read moreparking in craig street for the time of day we were there. an eclectic used bookstore which is neatly organized and has many types of books. no textbooks. also has vinyls and cds. a helpful book seller reminded us about their 40% off sale during August. we walked out happy with 5 books.

Shelves are packed with gems. It was a fun bookstore to rummage through…read more Ended up going downstairs and finding a fiction paperback for under 5 bucks. Yeah. I'm a fan.

I'm not sure why this location was marked at closed. I went to the store yesterday (1/22/2020) and…read morebought a few books. This place is great--the selection of pay-what-you-want books is really interesting, and the second floor is filled with an eclectic mix of books, from religion and philosophy, to medicine, to poetry, to geography-specific books. I always like to peruse the medical books, where you may find a new(er) book about updated technologies, or old hygiene guides from 1921. I never know what you're going to find when I go, but I'm always happy with my visit. They do have an online system that allows you to search for specific books, but I've never used it. The people who run the shop are nice and always happy to help. I will definitely be returning in the near future.

From the owner: Online only bookstore based in Pittsburgh, that specializes rare antique and antiquarian books and…read morerelated ephemera.

This is exactly what a great neighborhood used bookstore should be. The shelves are packed…read morefloor-to-ceiling with an incredible mix of hidden treasures, rare finds, and classic paperbacks that you can easily lose an hour browsing through. They have a fantastic "buy three, get one free" deal that always convinces me to grab just one more book than I originally planned. Plus, the fact that they have an awesome vinyl collection means you can hunt for records and books at the same time. The staff is always laid-back and friendly, making it a staple spot to hit up whenever you're hanging out in Squirrel Hill or downtown.

We stopped by on a whim around 10pm on Saturday night and there were way more people there than I…read morethought there would be! They have a fairly large selection of used books and records with many tall bookshelves. You never know what you'll find there! A staff member asked us if we had been there before and we said no. He told us that they have a buy three get one free deal and on Saturday nights they have free beers and seltzers. I didn't end up buying anything because I was a little overwhelmed but all the options (you could probably spend hours in there!) but it's a fantastic option and I like that they were open until midnight on Saturday!

Great atmosphere, nice selection of books as well as bookish things like tote bags, bookmarks,…read morestickers, etc. Nice display for Pride month. Kids' section was hopping.

This bookstore balances national best sellers along with books written by local artists. I…read moreappreciated the way they organized the books by genre and incorporated the decor into the flow. Even on a busy weekend, there was enough space to comfortably browse through. The staff behind the counter appeared friendly and knowledgeable about their inventory and the business. We didn't purchase anything, but thoroughly enjoyed browsing through and added several books to our "need to read" lists.

Lots of books and gifts. The gentleman working there was very friendly. They also have a dinner…read morecafe, but couldn't stay. However, the guy invited us back next time we are in town.

Beyond poor customer service, rude, snarky, and outright disrespectful. Internet states opens at…read more11 while sign on door states 12 due to holiday, Ok no problem. Noon arrives ring bell, the doorbell speaker states it wasn't noon. Ask simple question about a basic product and about the parking got no suggestions just smart-ass answers. Under the old owner, I was treated decently. Over the years, I shopped for gifts for my Jewish friends. The boy's mother was not much better. I'll shop on-line and not deal with the nonsense and what I felt was prejudice against perceived gentiles or Jews that don't meet their standards. What abysmal ambassadors for Judaism!

I enjoy this place. They have a typewriter and they stand for a good cause. The staff I've…read moreexperienced is cool depending on who's there. It was quiet when I first began going. Some employees play music which I found distracting. Another employee seemed to have monitored me during my entire visit; maybe she thought I was going to steal a $4.99 book. Idk The place is not as clean as it could be, such as the bathroom, and some of the chairs need to be wiped off or completely replaced as they are stained and have an odor. I would not get any beverages from here unless it's sealed. The hours fluctuate often. I have made one too many trips during the weekday, weekend, daytime or afternoon to find the door locked. And I'm not aware that there's communication given ahead of time about their fluctuating hours for the given day. If you need to get your fix from a book, just buy it because there's no guarantee you can read it the next time you plan to.

This place was such a joy to spend an afternoon in. For those who are very well read and those who…read morehaven't picked up a book in awhile, I can guarantee you'll find a title that catches your eye. This place has a very apparent and pointed purpose for existing. Not necessarily to convert everyone into being anarchists, but more so wanting to encourage free, critical thinking. It's certainly worth a visit and had so many intriguing books that brought me a lot of joy to browse through.