This is a nice and relatively clean, mostly used bookstore to browse through, and I'm all for…read moresupporting your local used bookstore. However, when I came in last week, I picked up book after book, and all the used book prices were exactly the same as the listed price for a new book. These are also relatively common books, not rare or special editions - not to mention, the condition was far from new. Considering that a lot of books are traded in for a substantially lower value, this doesn't seem like a very customer-friendly business practice.

This is our home away from home. We love wandering this bookstore pretty much weekly. I love the…read morevibe of a used bookstore. It is rare that I can't find something I want- even new books. But I am always happiest when I find used book. If they don't have it on the shelves they are always happy to order a copy. And they have a great program to bring in any books you're done with and exchange them for store credit. This is especially helpful with my teenager who is a huge reader- but has outgrown a lot of her library. Pegasus is pretty much our favorite store in West Seattle

I was really impressed after stepping into this store on small biz saturday!…read more The clerk behind the counter was super friendly and helpful, and was keeping a cool head with a rather large crowd! They had a great selection. I was in there to find a birthday present for a friend and easily found the perfect book and cute little bday card. They had a lot of the big hitters (fiction and non) but also a large local authors selection and unique picks. Also an adorable children's and YA section! Look in the back for those. Prices were pretty much on par with new books these days, probably between $15-35 for the majority of titles.

It is a pretty small bookstore and it started to pile in with people about 30 minutes before close…read more Each bookshelf was marked with genres and a small blurb of why a certain book was a staff's favorite. I was able to navigate around, but one section was more popular than the others so it was harder to browse the one section. Some decided to give up waiting for the aisle and browse elsewhere, while some decided to just grab closest to them as they looked around. Nobody was bothered and I didnt mind since we are all in our own browsing world. Overall, will definitely come back! Was a good stop on Seattle Independent Bookstore Day!

This place is amazing! I'm having my birthday party here. It's always fun and uplifting here.read more

Easy street records and cafe is one of the last standing record shops selling vinyl records and…read moreCDs. This is a very popular breakfast place in West Seattle. Now, Easy Street Records and cafe still has the old style charm of open booth seating with every bit of sitting space used. There's always music playing and the staff has the quirkiness you would expect as they're to hold on to an old record shop that remains a popular place in the area. I am typically on the go in the morning, so I call ahead to get the Dolly Parton. The cafe is always accurate about the prep time of the food and the wait is minimal for pickup. The staff greets you with a smile that is believable and works to keep the tradition of the place going. The Dolly Parton is two pancakes, 2 pieces of bacon, and eggs any style. The pancakes are fully, but slightly spongy. The works with the syrup. I always get the scrambles eggs and typically don't get the bacon. The eggs could be cooked with a twist of salt and pepper. I hope Easy Street Records and cafe remain in West Seattle as part of the history and tradition of an old style cafe the rocks with music.

Elliott Bay is by far one of the best bookstores you can visit in Seattle for literary lovers or…read morethose just looking to chill and stay dry. Street parking will be your best here and there is a good amount of it around the area. Inside, they have a very spacious setup with books organized nicely by genre. Prices here are very reasonable and their selection is pretty diverse. You could definitely spend a good couple hours here just perusing everything. If you are ever looking for a book in the Seattle area, this spot should be first on your list!

We were so lucky to even find parking near Elliot Bay Book it made our trip that much more…read moreseamless. Visiting Seattle it was my mission to check out local bookstores and as soon you enter Elliot Bay Book you are greeted with shelves and shelves of books. It can overwhelming but it was really nicely organized, I was looking for a specific book I just finished on my e-reader and wanted to get a trophy, I searched and couldn't find it so came up to a book buyer and they mentioned that didn't have any in stock. Everyone was super friendly and they even had a cute little cafe in the book store but I opted not to get anything, which was a shock for me. Definitely want to come back it's just so beautiful in there.

Silver Platters is a treasure trove for anyone who is into vinyls, dvds, cds, and even cassettes…read more This store is in the Sodo neighborhood and is a few miles away the Lumen Field and T-Mobile Park. This store is massive and is in a warehouse style building. The selections for vinyl records are is extensive with a mix of both used and new. I ended up picking a few vinyls during my hour of exploring through their racks. I was excited to finally acquire Santana and Lynyrd Skynyrd. Pricing was on the higher end. There were a few vinyls that were priced lower from other online retailers. I also explored their dvds and books section. They offer both used and new copies. Service was excellent. The staff assisting me provided some great information on their rewards program. Customers can accrue a rebate of 5% in the form of points on any purchases. The points can then be used to purchase any item in store or website. Lastly, there are both street and private lot parking available.

Silver Platters was one of the best finds of our trip! We stumbled in and ended up spending 3 1/2…read morehours exploring all the records, DVDs, books, and CDs. There was so much to see, and every section had something fun to discover. This place is truly amazing. HUGE shoutout to Eddie for being awesome and making our checkout experience even better. That dude deserves all of the kudos for giving phenomenal customer service. We had such a great time and can't wait to come back on our next trip to Washington!

One of the smaller Kinokuniya Bookstores that I've visited (it's a corner shop in Uwajimaya grocery…read morestore), but it still gets the job done! Studio Ghibli merch area right upon entering the shop, of course, of course. Decent selection of pens (I got a couple). The second level is dedicated to English-translated manga books as well as anime/video game art books and knick-knacks (sorta all in random assortment.....gotta do some thorough browsing). Since it is a small shop, the aisles are a little cramped. Kinda stuffy too, especially on the second level. Polite staff!

This bookstore is absolutely amazing. It is packed with lots of toys, quirky fun things,…read morecollectibles, and has many Manga in both English and Japanese. If I had more room in my suitcases I would've bought more. This place is definitely worth the visit.

Absolutely delightful bookstore. If they don't have any a book they will order it. Just so quaint.read more

It was nice stopping into Three Trees Books, an indie bookseller in Burien (3/22/25)…read more Bright and well appointed shelves with books, journals, cards, and other merch. The gentleman at the main counter acknowledges your presence upon entering. I enjoyed wandering around the shop. More like zigzagging because I was trying to decide among which titles caught my attention. The humorous journals and cards elicited some smirks from me. Nice selection of titles in various genres. Even the kiddos will enjoy the children's section. Gift ideas galore. I ended up buying the graphic novel "Woman Life Freedom" edited by Marjane Satrapi. I enjoyed this French-Iranian author's previous work, Persepolis. A perfect purchase for International Women's Month. Highly recommended visit for bibliophiles!

I liked the selection of books here and the blend of new and used copies that were available. There…read morewas a sign advertising a coupon if you signed up for their mailing list, but it seemed to be broken and none of the employees could figure out how to get it to work so that was disappointing.

Wow! So many books!!! And for cheap! This bookstore just kept going and going! I was surprised with…read morethe expansive collection this store has...and for such a good value!! I could've easily spent more time here just searching through these books. I'll make sure to visit the next time I'm down here

Georgetown Records: A Hidden Gem for Vinyl Lovers…read more Nestled in the heart of Seattle's artsy Georgetown neighborhood, Georgetown Records is more than just a record store--it's a cultural heartbeat with serious soul. From the moment you step in, you're welcomed into a haven where fair trade practices meet crate-digging nirvana. What sets Georgetown Records apart isn't just its ethical sourcing (though that's a major win). It's the curated selection of rare, hard-to-find vinyl spanning genres and decades--each crate a treasure trove for seasoned collectors and new audiophiles alike. Whether you're chasing obscure jazz pressings, punk bootlegs, or global folk gems, the staff here know their wax and are eager to guide you. And the vibe? Unmatched. Located in the Georgetown neighborhood--a hotbed of creativity and industrial charm--the shop is surrounded by galleries, coffee spots, and vintage curiosities. It's the perfect pitstop for a weekend wander or an impromptu record hunt. Ethical. Eclectic. Electric. Georgetown Records delivers on all fronts.

I've visited Fantagraphics that shares the same entrance and corner location, but finally ventured…read moreleft to check out Georgetown Records (1/14/24). Like every indie vinyl shop, there's always treasure to be had. Enjoyed seeing the various world titles, variety of nostalgic bric-a-brac, vinyl for every price range, plus really friendly upbeat staff. I ended up with two records from Donna Summer and Rick James. Not a popular genre for some, but I love disco! And who didn't dig such a catchy tune, Super Freak?! It was such a score and ended up being quite the economical purchase versus the mocha I drank afterwards.

The baristas need to pay better attention. I ordered an oat milk lavender matcha and was given a…read moredrink that tasted like whole milk. I had another friend try it and agreed it tasted like whole milk. I asked the barista with curly hair if it was made with oat milk, it was just made so they should know, but they paused and looked at the ticket and said it was made with oat milk. I had three other friends try it as well, clearly whole milk. I eventually got the attention of another and asked them to remake it since I have bad lactose intolerant issues. They did, but it still didn't have an oat milk taste, just not like whole milk. The rest of the day and this morning I've been having stomach pain and issues while not having dairy from any other place. While the vibes of this place are nice and they offer fun events, I'd caution anyone with dietary restrictions to double check everything is good. Insane to charge $1.25 for alt milk and not get it.

I LOVED the vibes here, it was so colorful, bright, cute, lively, warm, friendly, and inviting…read moreinside. They had a great selection of very good quality books and I felt like I could spend all day here.