Barnes & Noble is always a great time!…read more Frankly I love coming here to discover new book titles or purchase their B&N limited edition books. Shopping books through Amazon or other online retailers can be very easy, but there is nothing like walking through a book store and seeing all the different titles in just one place. Compared to other locations, this Barnes & Noble is not as busy and I like that is just one story building. I also like that they have plenty of spots all over the bookstore where you can sit and they also have a pretty nice size Starbucks. There is also plenty of parking and accessing this plaza is super easy from 410 or 281. Overall, I love coming to this store! The staff is always super friendly and they have an amazing selection.

Probably my favorite location…read more The layout of this location just makes so much sense! Every genre section branches off of a 'main hallway' and you can see over all of the shorter bookshelves so the store is really open and easy to peruse through. They've had what I came in looking for each time I've been, it's been clean and organized every visit, and the café has a ton of Starbucks, Cheesecake Factory, and other more popular chain brand products to choose from if you need a pick me up during your shop as well. Give this bookstore a visit! It's absolutely worth your while!

What a wonderful bookstore! I visited for the first time…read moretoday and truly enjoyed my experience. The atmosphere was welcoming, cozy, and perfect for anyone who loves books. The service was GREAT. The value of the books were PERFECT! There was something special about being surrounded by so many great reads and a space that makes you want to slow down and stay awhile. I got real comfy and took a sit right on the floor . I will definitely be returning and highly recommend this bookstore to fellow book lovers! Thanks to my co-worker, I found a new bookstore.

Very interesting place. It gives me the vibes of a librarians house almost as they have chairs and…read morea dinning table. It feels homey. Nice vibes. They have a very unique selection of books I have yet to see elsewhere. Vintage books, yearbooks, and foreign encyclopedias. The books I'd say are pretty fairly priced. The bookkeeper was also very kind and friendly.

Tidy and if you are here so will alot of other people be. I came here to sell some books which is…read morenice that they do that. So anyway if you take books only a certified book buyer can make an offer after they go through all the books which it will take a long time. Special computer skills such as looking up titles and scanning with a hand held device appear to be the main requirement. I do not think one of the book buyers is very nice, she is on the more mature side and appears to not respect more youthful book buyers. She kept ignoring my box and one of the other employees asked if she could tackle my box since it had been almost three hours. But she did not heed the request so somebody stepped to for my box and took care of me finally. So basically you have to stay in the store until they call your name on the speakers which there is a chime sound before they call your name which kind of creates suspense and excitement because maybe it will be your name. Expect to wait literally hours for an offer but their store, their rules. But I appreciate that I can sit on one of the many chairs and do stuff on my iPhone including making calls to handle some adulting stuff plus also writing this review which I will give them five stars despite the old book buyer which she wears glasses.

Always busy! I don't…read morethink I remember a time where this location wasn't busy. That being said, the customer service is always on point and lines move quickly at the register. They have a great selection and wide variety of books to choose from as the store is so large, and the back counter is always willing to help you pinpoint where something is if you can't find it. There aren't as many movies to choose from as some of the other locations, but there are still some gems to be found. Prices are fair, but it's also highly likely that you'll find something worth a pretty penny. If you have a minute to peruse through such a treasure trove, I'd recommend giving this location a go!

This is my favorite cafe and bookstore in SA! I always stop by when I'm in town. The staff is…read morealways sweet and I love the handwritten recommendations by the staff. It's a perfect place to buy some novelty items like tarot cards, jewelry, socks, tote or reusable bags. Only downside is parking can be difficult!

Love a hybrid business. This independent book store and coffee shop has most things I could ask…read morefor: wifi, coffee (and non coffee drinks), snacks, and seating. Their displays of books are well curated, and they have some knickknacks and gifts for that eccentric person in your life. I do wish the cafe had some gluten free options (pastries looked and smelled so good. The whole area smelled like butter.). And would like an alt milk option that isn't nuts, soy, or oat based (like coconut milk!). Free parking in the back.

This little book shop in Terminal A is great if you finished your book or forgot your book! It has…read morea better selection of books than most airport bookstores. Not a bad place to shop if you need a book in the San Antonio airport!

This place is SO COOL!!…read more My fiancé and I love stopping by regularly to see what's new in store. The guys here are the absolute coolest and have been so helpful, and the amount of awesome merch crammed into this place is INSANE. From board games and their accessories to giant superhero statues, they have it all. We've purchased almost all of our comic books here, several Pokémon and One Piece cards/packs, plushies, and a few figures from them. Their layaway plan is super reasonable and made it possible for us to bring home one of our largest figures, J. Scott Campbell's Alice, to date. I HIGHLY recommend this place if you haven't already visited. This place is an experience, and I'd be absolutely shocked if you can't find what you're looking for.

Loved visiting Alien Worlds. The shop has an impressive selection of comics, back issues, toys, and…read morecollectibles. The atmosphere is welcoming, and it's easy to spend a lot of time browsing through all the great inventory. The staff are friendly and helpful, making it a fun stop for collectors and anyone interested in comics and pop culture.

Nine Lives Books may be small, but it's brimming with books, movies, trinkets, and more. It has a…read morequiet, library-esque atmosphere when you walk in, but the friendly owners are always happy to chat about their stock or the latest movies in theaters. While the selection of books and movies is on the smaller side and leans more toward vintage finds than brand-new releases, we always leave with something great! On our last visit, we picked up three Disney VHS tapes and over 40 Magic cards at just 10 cents a piece. The lady at the register was so kind--she even gave us a free plastic deck box for the cards! At checkout, there's also a fun setup of enamel pins, cute figurines, and knickknacks to check out. It's definitely worth stopping by if you're in the area--you might just find a neat hidden treasure!

Nine Lives Books is a wonderful bookstore with a welcoming atmosphere and a thoughtfully curated…read moreselection of books, comics, and other great finds. It's the kind of place where you can take your time browsing and always discover something interesting. The staff were friendly, knowledgeable, and happy to help without being pushy. Whether you're looking for a specific title or just enjoy exploring independent bookstores, Nine Lives Books is definitely worth a visit. I'll be back!

My favorite Barnes and Noble!…read more The location is pretty big and carries everything you could think to ask for, including merch beyond books. Sprayed edge favorites and current picks, manga and danmei, Legos and puzzles, a Harry Potter section, you name it, they probably have it. If they don't, it's super easy to have it ordered for you. It's never difficult to find a staff member if you need assistance as they are constantly restocking shelves or checking in with customers, and the layout of the store itself is easy to maneuver. No floor to ceiling shelving units that block your view. I can't recommend this Barnes and Noble location enough. It's one of the best ones in San Antonio!

I asked the barista for a rec and she raved about this ham and cheese with jalapeño aioli I think…read moreit was? Omg delissssssh. Def would get again. Nice area to work in and get a bite/coffee. I wish they would upgrade it like the one at the forum though.

I came to Ollie's because I had her. They had a special deal with their book section. I did not…read morefind such a deal, but I didn't notice the prices were a little bit more reasonable. They do not have a huge selection of items, nor did I think that the prices were extraordinarily low, but they did have some small deals. This is the store I never stopped at before, and I had been wanting to check it out for a while. Service was OK, and prices were a bit cheaper than other places. In any case, it was worth a stop.

Service is great and they have good value for your money. However, I find this Ollie's store…read morelacking in selection as compared to the store in Kerrville, TX which is where we first found out about Ollie's. We've been back to the Kerrville store and to this one and have confirmed my previous opinion.

Super friendly staff but smaller collection, also I think it's mostly Japanese Pokemon. They also…read morehave some sports. But like I said, very nice and very helpful family who runs it. Wish I could do 4 1/2 stars.

Great values and deals. Warm and friendly customer service that goes above and beyond to make you…read morefeel comfortable. Wide variety of cards and collectibles that would make any collector happy. Definitely will be a repeat customer.