You have to search a little for this absolute gem of a store but its worth going in the doors. It…read morehas the Old West feel about it as well it should being housed in a building that was erected some time around the Gold Rush. Dark and fragrant with old Tyme antiques and stacks of rare and collectible books as well as a few newer offerings. I can spend hours here. If you love books and history be sure to find this bookstore in Old Town Nevada City.

The BEST Antique and bookstore in all of the Gold Country. Been owned by the same couple for…read morenearly 30 years, very knowledgeable and super nice. Great little store filled with amazing treasures and an extensive library of old and rare out-of-print books. A MUST TO SEE if traveling through or in the area! They also have more books at a location in Grass Valley called BOOKTOWN BOOKS, a co-op of multi-booksellers selling used and old/rare books under one roof. Visit space #24.

Incredibly rude. Asked me to leave my bag which also contained my wallet at the front. Instead of a…read morepolite explanatory request, yelled from the front to the back of the store.

Very rude shop owner/worker and a crazy multi-page hateful letter to the town plastered on their…read morewindow. It was a very negative space and everything was so crowded and hard to peruse. Honestly my mom and I walked in and left very quickly because we felt very unwelcome which was so odd after the rest of our very pleasant trip around town. Honestly don't bother with this place, there are tons of other great shops around. Also their "children's" section says "For Little Bairns" and that's just lazy.

Nice, curated and reasonably priced selection in a cute little shop. Very friendly service.read more

This is the best vintage shop I've been to. All of the clothes are carefully put out and washed,…read moreironed, repaired, etc. before being offered to customers. Sometimes vintage can look costume-y but the owners here have an eye for finding quality fabrics and pieces that you can easily incorporate into a modern wardrobe. I have found some of the most amazing items here and prices are reasonable!

This place is absolutely adorable! We came for a bridal tea party. The owner provided us with a…read morenice rental space, cute tea time dishes, and several yummy dishes. There were also several older books in the store, as this is primarily a book consignment store. If you are looking for a cute place to host a small party, they do that too.

If your looking to buy a used book, the prices are decent and they have a small variety of quite a…read morefew topics. I'm a big fan of science fiction/fantasy and was sadly disappointed that there was only one shelf for me to choose from. That aside, I probably could have easily found something I'd enjoy from their very large array of simply "fiction" books. The plus side, if you'd like a coffee and some quiet time in a little library with your computer, this is definitely the place to go as there is a coffee shop in the next room. Definitely has its own cute little vibe, I'm sure I'll be back.

Hardy Books is a by-appointment only dealer, located within Nevada City. John is one of the…read morekindest, friendliest folks that you will ever come across, and his love of California Literature and books in general is contagious. Setting up an appointment to view the books is not a big deal and he is very flexible with regards to hours or giving you enough time to view the books that you are interested in. His prices are definitely higher than say Ames or Booktown Books, however the quality of his stock is very high and he takes great pride on making sure that all of his books are protected in brodart and in the highest condition possible. I definitely recommend Hardy Books to anyone who has an interest in California History/Literature and who enjoys hunting for that rare or unusual volume. John is a very kind man, very knowledgeable in his own stock and history as well and you will definitely learn aspects of California unique history from him. Highly recommended!

This store is a beautifully curated collection of toys, trinkets, learning materials, projects and…read moreso much more. The interest range is varied, so it's easy to find gifts for everyone on your holiday list, but it's also a great place to visit "just because." I have never left with nothing. The Earth Store is definitely quality-oriented, although I do think it is a tad on the expensive side.

An eclectic store with a wide variety of unique gift items, all with a nature and science theme…read more Definitely not your run-of-the-mill gift shop. The educational children's section was always a favorite of my grandkids and I especially like the clothing and book selection. This is not a clothing or book store, it is obviously by design a specialty store offering what seems to be the best of the best of select items in their niche catagory.

I love coming here, Every time I go to Nevada City I come here to get some old magazines. I went…read morehere today and I bought some Popular Mechanics magazines because this is the only place I can ever find them. They are also priced well considering that on eBay people try to sell them for more than they are worth. The lady was very helpful and even remembered me from past visits.

I walked into this place with my boyfriend and a couple of friends during Victorian Christmas…read more Right away, the lady snapped at my boyfriend to shut the door which he had already done. She then condescendingly said, "I take it you're not a reader" to me just because I wasn't looking around at the books. I was offended. I am quite a reader and she treated me like an idiot just because I wanted to idle a bit until the walkway was clear. I actually did consider buying a book but didn't want my money to go to such a rude person so I won't be bringing my business here.

Definitely add this to your list of places to visit while strolling in downtown Nevada City! I'm…read moreso glad that I popped in for a visit to this charming shop. They feature gourmet food items set in delightful surroundings. They also offer freshly prepared sandwiches and more. Alas, we had just come from a big breakfast nearby, so I wasn't hungry. I did purchase several items and had a short chat with the shopkeeper. Just being in the bright, beautifully merchandised space made me feel happy. It contributed to my vacation state of mind, too. Can't wait to try the special garlic blend I purchased there. I definitely wish that they were located closer to us. I'd be stopping in to Garnish very frequently if they were nearby. The whole vibe goes well with a historic building setting. I could see this shop fitting in really well in downtown Ventura or Santa Barbara. They are relatively new in Nevada City, and I wish them all the best. Check out the photos to get a feel for how lovely this shop is visually.

This place is super cute. I got some local garlic pickles that are made in Colfax and I got an…read moreapple galette for my son. The apple pastry was $9 but it looked so good I had to get one to take to him. They do offer coffee there but it is simple so if you like flavors and something complicated maybe skip that part. The store has a great vibe but it is a little pricey.

The bookstore shares space with a coffee shop, so whenever the coffee shop is open for business,…read moreyou can also look for books. The book stock is adequate, and is well organized with the exception of an unmanageably large philosophy/religion/theology section. The other guy's review seems rather unfair -- without knowing the specifics of his situation, it's far more common for a person to think they have a valuable book that's actually worthless (most commonly, with a modern first edition vs. a book club edition) than for a book seller to make a definitively wrong call, although it does happen.

I've owned two collectors' book stores myself and am an inveterate reader…read more Eric Tomes is the most knowledgeable book dealer I have ever met - a friendly and erudite man who will go out of his way to recommend, locate or discuss whatever it is you are interested in.. The attached coffee bar with wi-fi, snacks and comfortable tables makes it an ideal place to meet, play chess or write your great novel.