Now, I must admit that I normally loath suburban bookstores - the poky size, the crap range, the…read morecopies of 'The Secret' everywhere. But the other week, with time to kill while my bicycle was being repaired, I went into Books Unlimited in Donaghmede Shopping Centre, albeit against my better judgment. And I have to admit that I was mildly surprised. Mildly pleasantly surprised. Not schocked; they hadn't added a SF wing overnight or anything. Books Unlimited is still the small local bookshop that sells manly school textbooks. But what they did have, and perhaps they've always had it but I've never really noticed it before, was a pretty big second-hand book shelf. Admittedly, these second-hand books were a good deal more expensive than in your local charity shop. Vincent's sell paperbacks 3 for a euro sometimes, but nevertheless, three books for a tenner from an actual profit-making bookshop still isn't bad going. And Books Unlimited have a lot more range than any charity shop I've ever been in. But still the ubiquitous Thomas Harris and Frank McCourt books. Has anyone ever noticed that? I guarantee you, go into any shop that sells second-hand books and you're bound to find 3 or 4 copies of 'Red Dragon' and 'Angelas Ashes'. Try it yourself. So yeah, if you're around Donaghmede, give Books unlimited a quick go.

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.

Absolutely fantastic service! I ordered a few graphic novels online (for a Christmas gift for a…read moresibling). Staff at Antonia's rang me to tell me that one of the novels was currently out of print. They set out all my options and I chose to wait until the novel was back in print. So I received the rest of my order in time for Christmas and I knew that I would get the other novel when it came back into print. At the end of June, I got a package with the remaining novel! I was delighted. The staff were wonderful. I highly recommend Antonia's for their selection of books and an attentive service

Fab little bookshop, great range of stuff, and they'll happily order anything you need. Great shop,…read moregreat service!

Quality bookstore in a cute street in Malahide. I was rather impressed with the selection of books…read more- the ones at eye level were interesting and quirky and not like the usual book shop fare. Fair play to Village Books for trying to diversify Irish readers' tastes. There is a fairly large selection of cards in store, of varying qualities, but definitely something here to suit all tastes. The children's and teenagers' book sections are quite extensive and there is also a considerable selection of fantasy books. Village books has quite an array of children's toys as well, so I imagine this would provide an excellent means of distraction for kids who are dragged here by their desperate-for-a-good-read mothers. Village Books has a pleasant, unassuming atmosphere and browsing is not frowned upon.

I stumbled upon this fantastic store a few weeks ago while browsing around Malahide village. It's…read morean ideal place to pick up a certain book you've had your eye on, a card you forgot to send or any little knick-knack for a child! Basically, it's great for last minute gift ideas! Pleasant and friendly people working there, and reasonably priced items.

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.

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!

I first visited this little bookshop 6 years ago,wonderful little place with so many books on so…read moremany subjects, The owner is very helpful and knowledable. The prices are amazing and there is something for everybody.

Just your normal big book superstore filled with bestsellers neatly (shudder) categorized. Then you…read morego upstairs and find a café, an improvement but it'll take more than that to impress the likes of me. So you turn to your left and find a philosophy section, so what? Every decent shop has one of these. What's that? A CHAIR! Not only that but a comfy chair. I could stay here for hours!

There is a very small Hughes and Hughes Booksellers in Nutgrove Shopping Centre. It is the very…read moresame as all the other Hughes and Hughes around the city but this one has no comfy chairs, and it is too small for lounging and relaxing, but as it is so small and out of the city centre they usually have some really good deals and offers on so well worth a look if you are in Nutgrove!

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.

McGuirk's offers the two staples that golfers need - golf sticks, and hilarious clothes to wear…read morewhile wielding them - but also accessories, DVDs, golf carts, and humorous books to get you through a bad day on the links. It also has some marvellously complicated special offers. When I visited, these included "Buy one item of clothing and get 20% of the second item you buy, and 30% off the third item you buy" and "Buy a jumper and get 33% off a pair of trousers". However, I assume that golfers are well able to work these figures out, skilled as they are at working out their scores and handicaps and whose turn it is to get the next round. Don't plan on bringing any children in buggies, incidentally. There is a notice on the door advising that for safety reasons, they are a no-no. In fairness, it's for their own good. They are sitting ducks in a shop where swinging a club is positively encouraged.