I absolutely love this bookstore! The store has a fantastic selection of books. The staff is…read moreprofessional and courteous . They were slammed at Christmas time . Happily they had every register open and I was in and out quickly with my purchases . 5 stars. My go to bookstore every time I am in Dublin.

I visited this bookstore after learning about its size and history. I'm a big book nerd so it was a…read moremust-see while in Dublin. This is three stories of books and it is worth taking a slow walk through! The books are new-book prices so they are a bit expensive but just seeing the huge selection of books and the huge store is enough. I ended up getting one book as a gift for a friend and a Hodges Figgis tote bag for myself. The people working here are friendly and knowledgeable. There is always someone around if you have any questions.

Once upon a time, we fell into this lovely bookstore. Great options and neatly organized. It is not…read morehuge, but if you are looking for a bestseller and/or Irish books this is a good stop. We purchased several books we just couldn't leave without. If I were to make a suggestion, I would want to make certain the people in the checkout are personable. There were three people present today (staff) while we were there. I believe I was "helped" by the manager - she seemed to be training someone(?). Customer service was not her strong suit to say the least. Perhaps a bad day? Otherwise, a worthwhile stop. The end.

Dubray Books is a nice 3-leve shop (including Cafe) on Grafton Street. It was busy the day I walked…read morein, and has a good selection of Irish Authors, and various political sections that match the Irish psyche. Nice place to hang out, and with very helpful staff.

While in Dublin, Ireland, there is a vintage quarter with a retro shops selling new and used vinyl,…read morebooks and collectibles. As we walked by, we saw a sign that said, "Secret Book & Record Store", with an arrow pointing into a deep narrow hallway with posters of advertisements covering the walls. These places are the great finds in Dublin. At the end of the hall was a large room filled with used books, vintage vinyl & new releases including CDs. The store was a frezy of customers flipping through the bins of vinyl to find that one great band from their past. I did find a few old 80s punk albums but still on a quest today to find an original GBH or Exploited cover.

The Secret Book & Record Store is very aptly named, as I must have walked past the place hundreds…read moreof times over the last number of years without noticing it (and I tend to keep my eye out for secondhand bookshops). I eventually discovered its existence on the recommendation of a friend, so I took myself along one day to get the 411, as it were. And I haven't looked back since. The Secret Book & Record Store is how you would make a shop of this type look like if you were making a film about a cool shopkeeper and the problems he has with his idiosyncratic love life (whoops, just checked IMDB and 'High Fidelity' has already been made. Ah pooh). If you have a particular book in mind and think you might go to SB&RS on the off-chance that they might have it: don't. This one is strictly for the rummagers, but a rummagers dream it certainly is, with piles of books stacked any oul' way. I don't go in for records much meself but they have them too. Tip-top shop.

Located on the banks of the River Liffey & steps from the Ha'Penny Bridge is one of Dublin's oldest…read moreindependent bookstores; The Winding Stair Bookshop packs a finely-curated selection of new & used books in a small space. In the spirit of its location, there's an area dedicated to Irish writers that is a must-browse. The store also carries the types of goodies that stationary lovers go feral over -- tote bags, cards, small & larger prints, etc. Serene ambiance, picturesque location, & staff that were eager to help. I wish I could've spent more time here, perhaps eating at the same-named restaurant upstairs, but alas, my time in Dublin was all too brief.

This indie bookstore is a must for any bookish person! I came across it because it's on pretty much…read moreevery Best Bookshops in Dublin list out there. And rightfully so. For starters, right at the center of the store, there is a super well-curated Read for Palestine table. And I'm here for any business showing solidarity. Next, the bookseller made some stellar recommendations when I asked for contemporary Irish literature recs. Currently reading The Amendments by Niamh Mulvey, and it'll be, without a doubt, one of my favorite reads of the year. Several more recs made it onto my TBR. Seriously, come here for a great selection of books, knowledgable staff, and to support a small business doing the right thing in these dark times

As I was strolling through the streets of Dublin I was in the mood to get lost in exploration…read more After quite some time of walking through the busy streets, stopping for a nice flat white and bracing the Irish winter winds I decided to turn a corner and ended up stumbling upon this place. Those that know me know I am a complete book girly. What asked what my pass time and hobbies are books are the answer to both. So when I saw this place I knew it was a must to head in and see what magic awaited. As i walked in I could see the great selection of books offered. They also had date with a book in which you only have a clue summary about the book that gives you a brief exiting blurb to catch your eye. Loved that they make reading fun! If you're in the mood for coffee or pastries there is a cafe located upstairs which is the perfect place to relax while reading a book. If you're in Dublin this is a must see! Great books and cute cafe it's giving all the vibes for a perfect relaxed day.

Books Upstairs requires you to wander across a couple rooms on the ground floor and then through a…read moremulti-level upstairs (accessed from the far fiction section room) maze of used books of various genres. There's distinct literary vibe here, which took me awhile to get my bearings. There's lots of space to wander, of which both Gayle and I enjoyed. I only scratched this book store's surface, but did leave with nice literary journal and a book of poems titled Brink. The fellow old guy behind the counter pretty much left everybody along, and in my judgement not only knowing the time and being willing to tell you how the watch operated.

Holy amazing bookstore, Batman!!…read more This place is huge and stacked with books both used and new. Plus, upstairs is a plant shop and a cafe. The prices are great, and I found a few books that are hard to find in your average bookstore. Moreover, their organization and categorization is perfect, it virtually brought me to tears. Lastly, the service is friendly and nice. If you're a book lover, just go! Enjoy!

We had a goal to visit almost all bookstores in Dublin on our trip, and this one was our favorite…read morestop. Prices are reasonable, and they have a wide selection of both new and used books. I could have stayed an entire afternoon browsing their shelves.

Cute, independent, little bookstore filled with novels, humorous, informative and kids books plus…read moreother items such as gift cards, wrapping paper, novelty items and puppets. Bright, modern and located centrally in Temple Bar. Good selection of art books. A lovely shop to browse and great for gift purchases.

Just a note on Gutter's fantastic (and growing) bookclub nights: GO…read more I'm just back (er, in the last few hours) from the Contemporary Books night where lively discussion and great ideas were the name of the game. As first meetings go, this one has a great vibe; reading the book of the month isn't necessary and visitors are welcome to sit in and stir the pot. Owner Bob's smooth chat encourages conversation and as it's a democracy the group decides the next month's book. Space fills quickly so be sure to email the shop to let them know you're on your way. I'll be there -will I save you a seat?

Not another bookshop I hear you say, but this one is a bit special. Not only do they sell books,…read morenot too many but enough to keep anyone interested but until recently they also stocked and displayed art by local artists. It's no Gallery 4 across the road but some interesting stuff none the less The friendly owner usually greets everyone as they come in,nice touch that and they also, a bit randomly, do VHS/16mm film to DVD transfer. Theres also a few books on the history of Sandymount in the shop.

A lovely wee shop that has more to it than you initially think! Aside from the books that you would…read moreexpect to see there is a great wee toy-shop at the back and the shop also boasts the only photocopier I can find in Sandymount!!! They buy in 2nd hand books as well but its a buyers market so don't expect to get a whole lot for them!!!!

John Keane provides excellent service. He is unstintingly attentive to detail and always goes above…read moreand beyond to ensure customer satisfaction. I recommend him and his bookshop unreservedly. The selection is very well curated and extensive; the value for overall expertise, stock, and customer consideration is unparalleled.

As small book shops go it really dosent get much better than this!…read more The window display is constantly updated, current and inviting, inside the shop is small, well laid out and well ordered. The books on sale are many and varied, I was expecting a lot of Irish interest and books that wouldn't appeal, how wrong was I!? I asked, without much hope if there was a copy of Terry Pratchet's 'Nation' on sale, I have been looking for it for about 4 months and every time I check in Hughes & Hughes and Easons and any number of others it is sold out, not here however, there is one copy left with my name all over it (well, I wanted to make sure no one else took it!). Highly recommended on pretty much every front!

The ice cream here is amazing. The kids had it every night, we came back from everyone of our daily…read moreadventures to finish the day with their ice cream. They had really creative flavors and the ambiance around the square is just fun to experience.