--Location/Parking-- There are multiple locations throughout…read morePittsburgh. I went to the one close Carnegie Melon on Forbes Ave location. Street parking can be hit or miss. I took the bus there to avoid any parking issues --Ambience-- Think of a Gamestop but will a clean interior and the game organize by consoles and knowledgeable staff willing to help you. I recommend this local gem if you are looking any retro and non-console media/gaming/ etc. --Service/Staff-- The staff knew their stuff. Friendly and energetic. I wouldn't mind spending time there to nerd out on pop culture. --Food/Products-- Wide range of media from video games (which I was interested in) to CDs to toys to many Blu-ray. It's like a Gamestop and Best buy in media selection all in one. --Capacity-- The Forbes Ave location is kind of small. I would say about 20 or so people would be crowded in the store and could make it awkward to walk around in the tight space. --Overall-- I would be back to see what new items they have in stock and see if people have traded items that I would be interested in.

Great prices, and good selection. I come here often. It's in sq. Hill area…read more They always have new things coming in

Biggest record store I've seen in my life they also had amazing prices, can't wait to go back…read more Bought a Joan Baez record and I was happy

This record store is gigantic and maybe my favorite thing is that there are a couple of different…read moredivided rooms, and different music was playing in the main room (which includes rock/pop, alternative, and folk alongside all of their bestsellers) and then if you venture off into the well-stocked jazz room -- through a small corridor, you are greeted by a whole new acoustic vibe. The records here for the most part seem to be vintage. I didn't find a number of things I was looking for -- perhaps they were too new to be found here or a little obscure. But, I did notice that they have a very large collection of musicals and film soundtracks (the former of which I am a major fan). The rows and rows of what I think is their back stock not in the main center of the store are also a sight to behold. There are also a lot of hodgepodge bins at the front of the newest and "hottest" arrivals, as well as employee picks. I'm sure I'll be back here again. There must be 50K records in here. It is a bit overwhelming. Also, I will lastly say that the prices for the majority of items I saw while perusing are rather affordable and reasonable.

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!

Incredible bookstore that adds so much to the local community. The shop has a welcoming vibe and…read morethe people that work there are always so nice and helpful. The selection inside is thoughtfully curated and they are happy to order anything that you don't see on the shelves. My absolute favorite thing about this place though are the book clubs! So many options, truly something for everyone, and the events that I've attended have been enjoyable. It's such a fun way to get to know other people in the community and I can't wait to attend more.

Cutest bookstore I've ever been to. Just immediately felt extremely cozy and warm being in the…read morestore. Smaller book collection but very well curated. The books are sold at MSRP. They actually seem like they value people reading books over profit. Very connected to the community (Pittsburgh magazines, whole board of local events, section of local authors). Great small business to support

Fantastic store! There is a large collection of comics, many of which are great for the novice or…read moreexperienced collector. Each comic is kept sealed to preserve the material. The owner is knowledgeable, friendly & provides quality comics at a reasonable price. Make sure to stop by to buy, sell or trade in those comics you have been looking to off load from your mom's basement!

A nice little shop for Funko and sports collectibles, they also sell comics. If you're a Funko…read morecollector there is typically a nice assortment downstairs even some higher end items in and behind the case. If you're in the Swissvale area I highly recommend you stop in and check it out.

This Barnes & Noble chain retail store sells books, magazines, DVDs, vinyl records, board games,…read moreLegos, lap desks, and more. For over a decade, my husband and I have shopped at this store off and on. During our most recent visit on a Saturday, this store had lots of customers. The selection of books and other products, of course, is much smaller than what we find online from online retailers, but it is still a decent assortment, and we often find some products to buy for moderate prices. Most recently I found lap desks that I liked for $30-60. This store also has a cafe, although I do not recall ever eating there. Overall, this Barnes & Noble is a nice place where people--both adults and children--can spend some time discovering new books, movies, music, and games. Sometimes you need to see products in person rather than online to know if you like them or not.

Large old school BN layout with entrances at the front and back of the store. Free parking lot at…read moreback entrance or the non-pretty entrance on Promenade. Plenty of staff to help, fairly busy on a weekday. Stocked well, competitive pricing especially if you have the membership (worth it!!) and as clean as it can be at this age. Loved being able to find exactly what I wanted. You can count on this location.

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.

great very friendly service very professional at converting older format video tapes into dvd and…read moredigital formats

As of September 2025, their website has posted hours and specifically says "No appointments…read morenecessary", but when you arrive at the location, there is a sign in the window that says "By appointment only". I really want to patronize local businesses where I can, but when they waste my time, gas money, and effort, I have to look elsewhere. Also, I had to drive all the way home to drop of my items, as it was a hot day and they couldn't sit in the car, which screwed up other plans I had.