Fantastic local bookstore. Has an outstanding curated selection and a knowledgeable and helpful…read morestaff. I'll be a regular here from now on.

The cutest book store tucked inside of a strip mall. I've passed by so many times and never thought…read moreto pop in. Found them on IG where they showcase writers and book clubs. Lots of great picks to find your next read. I grabbed a new book and loved pursuing the shelves. Will be coming back!!

Very helpful employees. I went around the time of last Christmas to find a Traxxas RC car and the…read moreemployees were super helpful. There is a wide variety of model airplanes, toys, RC vehicles, and more. There was also this friendly cat wandering around the store like he owns the place, so I assume it was a bodega cat. Look forward to seeing it next time if it's still there.

Everyone was so welcoming and helpful. They had everything we needed and prices are very fair.read more

Homewood Toy and Hobby, 2830 18th Street South, Birmingham, AL 35209…read moreWe have been going to Homewood Toy and Hobby for years, and it continues to be one of those special local stores that is a pleasure to visit. One thing we noticed right away is how convenient and accessible the store is. There is plenty of parking, and they have both a front and back entrance, along with a handicap ramp. That may sound like a small detail to some people, but for someone using a wheelchair or needing easier access, it makes a big difference. The aisles are also wide enough for a wheelchair, which is not always the case in small specialty stores. The service is prompt, friendly, and genuinely kind. The employees are wonderfully nice and helpful without making you feel rushed. My brother enjoyed looking around, taking his time, and selecting what he wanted to buy. That kind of patient, friendly atmosphere means a lot. The store has an amazing assortment of hobby items. They carry model railroading supplies, model airplanes, model cars, military miniatures, radio-controlled vehicles, helicopters, cars, and many other hobby and collectible items. It is the kind of store where you can go in for one thing and still enjoy walking around just to see everything they have. Homewood Toy and Hobby also has the feel of a place that has earned loyal repeat customers over the years. That says something good about both the store and the people who run it. We are thankful for a local hobby store like this and appreciate the kindness, accessibility, and great selection they offer. God bless! Mark and Tim Elders

Great selection of all the newest toys. Wonderful employees very helpful. I can always find special…read moregifts for babies to Highschool kids

Great service & conveniently located behind security gate. Helped me decide among various choices…read more Wrapped item tidely for me. Store has nice assortment of Crimson Tide souvenirs and some AU ones.

The Burrow is a cute local bookstore. They carry a mixture of new and used books. In addition to…read morebooks, they also carry games, bookmarks and T-shirts. There is plenty of seating available, including study books and a large table area for puzzles. Snacks and drinks are available. I left with a couple of books and a cute little pouch and didn't feel overpriced. Staff was friendly and very helpful. Definitely stop by if in the area.

An absolute delight! The Burrow Bookstore not only has a well curated selection of books-- much…read morebetter than most used bookstores, but they have built a wonderful community space! I love the focus on community with comfy seating, community puzzle, study nooks, and so much more. I had a delightful time browsing books and left with two new reads.

This is a hidden gem you should visit in the Trussville! As a book fanatic, I rarely visit a book…read morestore nowadays because of purchasing online or Libby. This charming place makes me want to get back to getting my physical books. The owner was very nice and helpful. We were doing a Girl Scout cookie booth that they were so thoughtful to allow us to have. I will be returning soon to make a purchase because it was a couple of books I saw I would like! They also have the cutest room for kids which I'll bring the girls back to as well. Visit them... you won't be disappointed!

What a fun store! I came by Saturday after stopping by the new coffee shop just around the corner…read more I was welcomed by one of the owners and had such a nice time chatting and browsing. I thought that everything was beautiful and really loved the reading nooks that were in two of the rooms. I like that they had a nice little mix of items available for sale. I even eyed a vintage coin purse and some glass candlesticks.

I like "hard" numbers(as I call them). They make everything fit into nice neat spots. Its…read morebasically anything devisable by 5. 250 is a great "hard" number. So for my 250th review I have been waiting to review something truly great. A business that stands out and actually makes me find excuses to go. I have found that place. Jim Reed Books is such an amazing place. It is exactly what I always wanted in a book store. It is easy to say books, books are what I want in a book store, but that isn't enough. I want more. I want a feeling. I want to feel my IQ increasing with every step. This place is so much more. The owner is there everyday. He is a writer, historian, curator, and a guide. Not only does the store have books(which we will get to) but it has old odds and ends. He calls it "The Museum of Fond Memories". Perfect Name. I can't tell you how many times my wife and I would point out something or pick up something else and said "Oh my gosh, I remember these!" The signs, the toys, the posters. Everything brought back memories. Even my 13 year old son enjoyed the little time travel. The Books! This place has 300,000 items in it. Most of that is books. What an amazing collection. Things can be hard to find but just ask Jim. Some how he knows where everything is. Books are broken up into genres and that's about it. Authors may be grouped together or not. Finding things is half the fun really. Some books are new. Some are old and I mean OLD. Found a little tomb from 1863 just sitting on a shelf. In a glass case I saw a huge Lord of the Rings wrapped in leather. Was it old? No idea, I got so amazed I forgot to ask! Guess I HAVE to go back. Jim is also one of the few people in town you can trust to track down 1st editions or even the highly coveted 1st print of a 1st edition books. I am an IT guy professionally. I appreciate all manners of tech including e-readers. They have there place and purpose but nothing beats having a real book in your hand. My Kindle or Nook app on my large screen phone is convenient but a hard cover of Kurt Vonnegut's Slaughterhouse-Five in my hand feels...right. This is a real book store with real books. and I love it. This may be the best thing I have discovered in downtown Birmingham! This is truly a treasure and I hope you will stop by and check it out.

5+ if I could, I only wish I lived closer to Jim Reed Books, they have a fantastic collection of…read morebooks, and I have been able to find some authors that are difficult to find in the U.S. even on Amazon. Mr. Reed is a fantastic resource for books and movies, he recommended a movie from an author I was looking for, I watched the whole movie straight through, the next time I was in he had a couple novels by that author. Highly recommended...

It had all the books that I needed, which is hard considering I have a lot of different opinions…read more When I didn't know or something, was somebody always came to me and helped me find whatever it was. Plus, the prices of the books were pretty cheap.

I love to read! You'd think I'd be in a place like this all the time, but sadly, I've succumbed to…read morereading e-books. However, I do enjoy a physical book periodically. I stopped by this location yesterday in search of some specific children's books. As I entered the store's entrance, I noticed a section of really cool children's activity kits. I spent at least five minutes looking at the kits. I eventually got myself back on track, but I'll be back to more close look at those items. They'd make great stocking stuffers. I went to the counter in the middle of the store to get help locating the books. A really nice employee walked me over to the area where the books would be. She even looked through the books with me to find the exact ones I wanted. I truly appreciate great customer service like that! My checkout experience was easy. My Barnes and Noble membership had expired. I didn't renew it then, but it's only $25 so I may start it back up in the future since it gives you discounts each time you shop.