Absolutely loved this place. A friend from outside of NY sent me a video of The Little Bookshop on…read moreInstagram, so I made a mental note to visit. Came here with a girlfriend early afternoon and wow. First, while exiting the entrance of the L train, the scent of good food hit my nose. Without knowing exactly where the shop was but that it was one min away, I only hoped that the aroma was coming from there. I was in for a treat because it was. I received a warm greeting when I entered and ordered a matcha latte to start and then my friend and I each had the vegan butter bean stew and shared a grilled cheese. My expectations weren't high for soup at a bookshop but oh my word, that was the best soup I've had in a while. I practically devoured it, scraping the bowl with the toasted, buttery biscuit it was paired with. The vegan sausage is crumbled and has (to my vegetarian palate) such a convincing meaty taste, that after several bites I had to remind myself that I did in fact order the vegan version. We split a grilled cheese which isn't your typical gooey American or cheddar on sliced bread. It was more of an airy baguette and pepper jack. I still enjoyed it. Overall, such a lovely cafe, with welcoming, family vibes. It's quite on the other side of town for me but I will certainly make the trip.

This might've been some of the best soup I've ever had in my life…read more This is one of the stops on a Bookstore crawl. I did with a group of friends. It was an amazing experience. The owner stopped by and gave us a couple of samples of soup and told us a little bit of history about her work there. Cozy vibes, warm. All around 10 out of 10 experience.

What a fun, witchy, weird little find!…read more Quimby's located on Metropolitan Avenue near the new hotspot of Williamsburg, is a very cool stop! Tons of zines on every subject imaginable (composting, gardening, witchcraft, gay/queer subjects, politics, and more). Little booklets, funky cards and books. I picked up several cheeky cards I can't wait to send to friends. They also have records, crystals/stones, tchotchkes, small decor items. I think they also do tarot in the back. And they have a cute shop cat! The store decor is a lot of fun, with mirrors, political posters, a large ram that plays on the ventilation system. There is a lot here you won't find anywhere else.

If you were to try to describe to someone with actual words what Williamsburg is like, you need to…read morejust bring them to Quimby's. This place has such a chill, cool vibe, and the incense in the air is so calming, and cleansing at the same time. Little bookstores like this are falling into extinction, and this is a place that should be fought to be kept in the neighborhood at all costs. Come inside for a casual, no rush visit to scan the shelves with subject that are literally lined, "sex, drugs, and rock and roll". I couldn't help myself at the cleverness of these categories, and they have everything from cleansing your inner spirit to LGBTQ+ awareness for advocates and friends alike. Browse the pins, postcards, edge-y greeting cards, and local publications on the area. Great place to visit any time!

The owner followed and treated me differently in an irritated way just because I was going…read morethrough his books with a backpack on my shoulder. I felt so uncomfortable. I wasn't stealing or anything! Everybody carries a backpack??

Dream bookstore! The owner gave me fantastic recommendations, and pointed me to used books before…read morenew ones which really says something. Chatted about specific authors and guided me to something even better than what I was looking for. Very knowledgeable and genuine and it shows in the book selection.

It's a good local bookstore chain and in a trendy part of Williamsburg - not far from the North…read moreWilliamsburg ferry stop. Plenty of other nice shops nearby to go through too. This bookstore has a great selection of new books, some of which are signed by the author (but you might need to look a bit hard to find them - it's not easily displayed as it could have been). Part of the reason of it being 4 out of 5 stars. Another reason why it's 4 out of 5 stars is because this location doesn't have a cafe like the other locations - which I appreciate since it makes McNally a true third space for New Yorkers to enjoy. Instead, this location feels more like a take-out/convenience store type of bookstore even though there is one or two chairs placed upstairs that are optimally placed.

I truly feel you can pick up any book from their "New & Noteworthy" tables and be happy with your…read morechoice. The beauty of McNally Jackson is they do a splendid job curating their selections; there are tables throughout the store with thoughtful staff recommendations. If you haven't had time to read reviews or catch up on new releases then don't worry: you can simply browse these tables and walk away with something you'll enjoy - this goes for literary magazines too. Beyond their selection, their beautiful light wood bookcases make for a calming browsing experience. The staff is also highly knowledgable and friendly - I have enjoyed many book conversations with them here throughout the years.

Few things in this life get me off like a cozy independent book store. I romanticize tf out of…read moreplaces like Molasses Books. I felt like Ernest Hemingway, F. Scott Fitzgerald, or William S. Burroughs when I was in here. It made me want to be in a white button down with the sleeves rolled up, tucked into some pinstripe suit pants, with some trendy glasses on while I rip away at a typewriter between puffs of a cigarette. Instead I was in short shorts and a plain white T smh. Shelves of thoroughly used books engulf the walls, smooth jazz plays subtly in the background, as the young patrons of Bushwick have intimate conversations. A lot of passion in here. A lot of freedom. I got an americano because I'm beast, and the espresso was quality. I knew I was in good hands when one of the Bushwick creatives was making it. Not much else I need in this life than a cozy book store and good espresso... well a couple hundred million would be nice too. Ig @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov_reviews

Checked out Molasses Books over the weekend and really liked the concept and shop…read more It's mostly a used bookstore, with a couple of new book offerings, some seating around the shop and a bar area with a few chairs that sells coffee, beer, and wine. I ordered a cappuccino that was good. Nice espresso and froth. I walked around the store and ended up buying a book. Prices are good for the books and pretty decent for the coffee. It can get a little hard to find seating if it's busy as it's a small shop but lots of great books to choose from. Service is okay, not the friendliest. Would come back and buy more books/coffee

Fraud alert!!! We were lured by the 50% off they claimed at the small business day with cash app,…read moreand was told by the cashier just to pay with a debit card instead of using the app will get the discount. Transaction end up posted full amount without any discount.The store should address this ASAP and make it right.

Just the cute name of the bookstore would definitely make me wanna go inside to take a look around…read more Name of bookstore really reminds me of the nursery rhyme starting with the lines of "Sugar and spice...And everything nice" in a way. Size of the place is rather decently small and narrowly-spaced. So, make sure to be extra careful not to knock anything over with your backpack or handbag. When I entered the bookstore, my eyes darted across the room and immediately landed on the cover of a huge and friendly, gray and fuzzy fellow. It was none other than the familiar Totoro himself! Had to flip through the pages of the heavy, hardcover book right away just because how much I love Ghibli Studio and Totoro in general! The selection of books is actually pretty reasonable with different genres like historical fiction, fiction, non-fiction, cookbooks, travel, history, memoir, children's books, and so on. Besides books of all types, they also sell canvas totes, stickers, magnets, posters, sketchbooks, stationary, notebooks and postcards just to name a few as examples. Price range can vary but usually more on the expensive side depending on what you happen to buy from the bookstore. Even if you don't plan on making a purchase, I think it's still a great indoor activity (whether just by yourself or with family) to stay away from the cold for the time being. Lastly, I just love their cozy vibes so much and want to stay back for quite some time.

Super cute bookstore! Great ambiance, very quaint, has some instruments in the back and a tiny bar…read morethat looks really cool. I would love to go back.

Gorgeous space. But it's cold in there. Literally cold. And metaphorically cold. The owner is a…read morecharmless, unhappy woman who comes across as though she'd rather be anywhere else but there. She's giving off such unpleasant vibes that no matter how much you love the space you just feel like shit and sorry for disturbing her. This could be such an amazing bookshop if it were owned and run by a warm, people's person. Nobody needs such chilly dark energy. If I were this hipster lady I'd sell the shop immediately and give it the chance it deserves to thrive. Until then, there are much more satisfying bookshops to visit.

Seattle maybe America's second most literate city still nibbling at the heels of DC. And it's the…read moreSeattle in me that is always in search of finding bookstores to nestle into a corner and find a book preferably a store with nooks, crannies and a cat..coffee might be a bonus. I was very pleased to find "Better Read Than Dead". The table was covered in tons of cult classic favorites like, Bukowski, Vonnegut, Harper Lee, Hesse, Gunter Grass and political anarchist books. It's hard to not try to take all these books home. Today was a total score when I found C.S. Lewis' Screwtape Proposes a Toast. The cover was a stunning vintage piece of a satanic, horned bat head on top of a screw style bottle opener. I am excited to get my read on this winter. And the book only cost me 3 buckaroos. Not too shabby. I also enjoyed the smell of old books as I walked into the tiny little bookstore to pay. I told the guy working there that it reminded me of Portland. His response was "Oregon or Maine". I quickly answered with a firm "Oregon of course". He sighed when he realized it was not the Portland he grew up in since, he did not see the similarities in Portland, Maine. I will definitely be returning to the shop to find more unique treasures for my bookshelves. This place may not have cats or coffee but the books are worth the trek.

Great little bookshop with an impressive selection. Love their carts out front that are pay what…read moreyou want. The rest of the shop is reasonably priced to a bit on the high side, but it's Brooklyn and you gotta pay the rent. What better way to spend your money than supporting a local book shop? Swing by the other cool shops down the alley while you're here.

Great bookstore in Greenpoint! There's books, stationery, cards, stickers, tote bags. I typically…read morecome here when I'm visiting this part of Brooklyn. Recommend you check it out!

I popped by WORD when I was exploring Greenpoint last weekend. It's a smallish bookstore but one…read morewith a pretty good selection/inventory considering its size (there is a downstairs, don't miss that when you stop by). I wouldn't say it's the friendliest shop, but I picked up a book for my next read. I didn't even have to walk very far into the shop before I found something I wanted to take home!

Funky cool little shop to browse the shelves and purchase comics, graphic novels, independent…read morepublications, and a selection adult underground comics. Very diverse inventory, including foreign comics, and something for most everyone's taste if you're into this genre. It's a perfect fit for Brooklyn as a small biz and good to see its still around.

Really enjoyed my first trip here. A truly intriguing selection of books, comics, and manga,…read moreincluding independent publications I'd never heard of. Owner was also friendly and inviting. Prices seemed fair to me and consistent with market value.