This is my favorite store on the planet. Not my favorite comics store, or my favorite bookstore - my favorite STORE. Best thing to do is go to www.copacetic.biz or even better head over to the store, nestled in a quiet corner of Squirrel Hill across from the police department. Bill (the owner) stocks an unbelievable range of comics, books, DVDs, music, and art in his tiny space. You won't find many contemporary superheros here, but what you will find is all the modern artsy comics you can handle, the Criterion collection of DVDs, weird discount European jazz label imports, Little Lulu, punk rock, Pauline Kael, the Dover collection of classic literature, local zines, a big comfy chair, and most importantly, the proprietor who will find out your tastes and guide you to the material that will best intrigue and interest you. He encourages browsing and reading, and there's usually classic or independent cinema playing on the small TV, or else classic jazz on the stereo. I checked the "$" price rating because nearly everything that Bill sells is discounted from the original price - including both the new stuff and the classics (on which many of which other stores have bagged and marked-up the price). This is extremely rare in comics retailing. Since moving to New York City, the two retail institutions I've missed the most from Pittsburgh are (1) REI, and (2) Copacetic. Go there now! read more

I don't read comics. But now I wish I did so that I could feel like I had purpose in being at this store and had a reason to back! This is such a cool place. The guy that worked there was very friendly and I highly recommend that you visit! read more

I've been in here a couple of times now, and I fall more in love each time. I leave here feeling a longing to go right back. There's such an interesting variety of books, comics, and graphic novels cramped into the tiniest space I've ever experienced for a bookstore. It's a wonderful nook that makes me feel inspired just being there. With that said, I recently found a few dirt-cheap novels from a British publishing company, as well as a pocket Rumi book. There's a few memoirs in graphic novel style that I am interested in too. There's always SOMETHING here that makes me excited to pick it up and read. Not only that, the people who work here are great. The prices are great. Local bookshops have a hard time as it is, and Copacetic just doesn't price gouge, which I appreciate. The only downside/negative is that it's tedious for me to get here by bus. If it were any closer/easier, I would be here ALL OF THE TIME. It's worthwhile to come buy a book/comic or three, and head downstairs to Lili to sip on an amazing latte. read more

Great bookstore/comic books/jazz & blues shop on 3rd floor of the Lili cafe building. A colorful psychedelic vibe to the space with a very knowledgeable owner. A nice concise selection of jazz, blues, folk & rock music cds at great bargain prices. Lots of heady books to peruse. I like to get a coffee @ Lili and then, go upstairs to Copacetic, afterward. There is a cool vinyl record shop on the 2nd floor that is definetly worth a visit. read more

A wonderful hidden gem of Pittsburgh! Located in the Polish Hill neighborhood. It's own little world filled with eclectic books on everything you can imagine, and of course, comics! If you appreciate the arts, culture, and music (and something different from the mainstream bookstore selling whatever's hot that moment) - then this place is for you! read more

I LOVE having this in our neighborhood! They have a great selection of vintage and new comics in-store. They even have a table in the back where they showcase local comics. If comics aren't your thing, they also have a good selection of used books and will even order a book for you if f they don't have it! The owner of this place is just wonderful! I went in looking for a present for my brother who loves reading and making comics. The owner really took the time to help me to find the perfect present for him! He is very knowledgeable about comics from every decade and made great recommendations. The great customer service alone would keep me coming back! read more

I use to be madly in love with comics as a young teen. These days, I appreciate the art but don't get into them like I did as a kid. Copacetic comics is above Lili and I was intrigued by the store enough to climb the stairs and check it out. I'd say they specialize more in graphic novels than comics which is a good thing. Most of what they carry could be considered literature, if you stretch the term out a bit. The lady working the register was really nice and we had a good conversation about the Black Keys. I didn't end up buying anything but I spent a while appreciating the artwork. I also noticed their extensive "self-published" comics from local artists. This is great and something I never knew Pittsburgh accommodated. read more

Pretty much the best place to learn about books, media and the city of Pittsburgh. Bill, the owner has been on the comics scene since the 80's when he opened BEM (1985-1999). Taking off a few years to raise his family he returned to open Copacetic in 2003 and the city rejoiced. If you have a few hours to spare check out the expansive index on his website, where he has maintained an impressive archive of all things Pittsburgh. Visiting Copacetic is like exploring your cool older brothers room and being allowed to touch and read all the DVD's, CD's, Cookbooks, and Comics without feeling like an intruder. I have had equally engaging conversations about Storeyville and Bend it Like Beckman, where else could I do that? The best part about Bill is that he genuinely wants you to have great works of art. I picked up What It Is and he had to offer me his signed copy! Any other "collectors" store would wave it over my head like a carrot, or charge up the waazoo for it. And, though it may be stating the obvious, this is the most female friendly comic store I have ever been in. Bill is an ideal shopkeep, honest, insightful and generous. read more

I called the store and asked if they had some vinyls I was looking for. The guy answered and said yea they definitely had them. I drove 30 minutes to get there and the guy to say there somewhere but he doesn't know we're at. HORRIBLE read more

Very knowledgeable!! No magic cards though :(. Not very hard to find (if you look At the sign). They have a nice 1960s 1$ section!!