We happened to stumble across this cozy bookstore while wandering Capitol Hill. Located just by…read moreEastern Market, and across the way from a great puzzle shop, this bookstore has such a wonderful collection of unique books. The service is incredibly helpful and happy to share recommendations. The downstairs kids section is fantastic. I came here with my kids and they were just loving the store with the many bean bags, tunnels, and selection of books. I read several to them and they enjoeyd sitting around the little table and listening to me. There is a comfy couch area, where I sat for a moment and had a moment to just enjoy reading a book uninterrupted. The shop has a nice curated collection that reflects DC politics and travel, along with just some good reads.

Nice and neat bookstore with many cute gifts and additional items other than books. I loved how the…read morebooks had recommended- especially from other readers who are customers. I thought it was cool that they leave the recommendation cards out to add yourself if you want to. They had a large selection of romance books which was nice. The people who worked there were friendly as well. They have some couches in the basement to sit at and read too. Definitely worth checking out if you are looking for a new book!

Capitol Hill Books is an institution which is simply which I just enjoyed visiting there and…read moreroaming around, experience their wall-to-wall, floor-to-ceiling books. However, their pricing was just a bit annoying to me. Almost every used paperback was at least $7.50, even if in fact the book when priced new, was less than that. For that reason and what I was looking for, it just did not seem worth it. I usually just get paperback books between $2-$4, read them, and then place them in a Little Free Library. Nevertheless, Capitol Hill Books was still a great time for a visit and to just be around books.

Cute cozy bookstore near the Eastern Market that's floor-to-ceiling with books! You'll feel…read moreenveloped by them, which for most book-lovers, is a welcome feeling. In the front you'll find the current bestsellers and staff picks, which is what we putzed through during our visit. However, there are shelves upon shelves categorized throughout the space that you could spend hours going through. We came as a group of 3 and were chatting about the books displayed, but got the sense that they'd prefer we not talk out loud here. Great spot that's a neighborhood staple!

This was my first time at a book signing and it will absolutely not be my last. Solid State Books…read moreis a pretty decent sized bookstore on H street near the Whole Foods and Black owned. On a Thursday evening it was very easy for me to find parking right up front and pay the meter for an hour. The event started on time and we were able to do a Q&A with the authors (who are now NY best sellers, woot woot). After the Q&A we all stood in line to get our books signed. Everything was well organized so the line went by quickly. Kristely at the front desk was super helpful and also helped me out with a glass of wine. This will definitely be my new hangout spot to come and enjoy a drink while I indulge in a new book or two. Thank you so much Solid State for a memorable experience.

Solid State has so many books and such a good vibe! Spent quite a while in here one evening…read moreperusing the clearly labeled genres. They had an author panel going on when I wandered in which was interesting to listen to while looking around. Lots of people just sitting and enjoying the evening, playing chess, drinking coffee. Cute personal touch that their employees note which books they recommend and give a one sentence summary of it on the bookshelf. Very cozy and lovely bookstore.

There is a beautiful selection of books and food, with professional people that present lectures.read more

I loved the variety of books in this store. It was very aesthetically pleasing and I bought a…read moregraphic novel. The employees were very friendly. I wasn't in the bookstore for long but I would suggest to visit if you live in DC or are in town. Support your local bookstores!

I cannot say no to that used book siren song …read more Another great find. Come here for the opportunity to peruse beautiful books during lunch. Nothing better to feed your mind. The selection is great and delineated by themes. Sci-fi, etc.

The owner has handpicked a fantastic staff of knowledgeable record aficionados. It is a very small…read morestore, but they have a wide selection of performers, and the offer of value compared to some of the other record stores I have been in! You would think that Union Station that they would be charging premium prices, but I found their prices to be quite reasonable. David, the owner (I think he's a co-owner with one of the person) is an absolute pleasure to deal with! In addition to his duties at the record shop, he is also responsible for the farmers market, which is open outside during the week and the indoor flea market if you will. I did not take a picture of David's store, but I think I have a picture of Union Station building that utilized spaces for my own business. God bless you! I pray that you have an opportunity to and step inside rail records in books in downtown Washington DC at Union Station.

One of the few locally owned businesses inside Union Station is a record and bookstore. On the…read moreMetro side of Union Station on the ground floor in the old Kiehl's space is a store filled with thousands of records. They are well organized. Most the of the records are used, but they do sell new albums too. On the right side are books from Turning the Page and organized by category. The two men who own it are great and passionate about their shop. If you love records and used books, pop in even if you aren't catching the train somewhere!

Whimsical store for kids toys, stuffies, puzzles, crafts and more. We live in the neighborhood and…read moreI take my 4 year old as a treat. We always find something nice to buy! Right now during COVID you have to wear a mask and put hand sanitizer on at the door. Please support this awesome small business!

It's a bit pricey (you can't beat the prices at Target or on Amazon.com), but worth a visit. It's a…read moresmall children's store on the main street of Eastern Market. They sell all kinds of baby supplies and toys/clothes for kids. They even have a play area in the back for your little one as you browse. If you go during Christmas, they do free wrapping for you!

I love, love, loved this place…read more A full-fledged bookstore with tons of books, sections, accessories and gifts PLUS a legit breakfast/lunch/dinner restaurant with great food, gorgeous patio/dining area? I am SO in. We stopped in bc my husband's last name is Kramer and it's spelled the exact same and I saw the brunch/breakfast options and wanted to eat here. We loved it. Tried the avocado toast, brioche French toast and a smash burger and everything was delicious. Service was good, food was out quickly, portions were huge, all A+++. Enjoyed shopping after and will 100% come back. They are very active on Instagram and usually have seasonal specials and neat events.

A DC institution, I will always be a fan of Kramers. It's not the best restaurant, but it's a…read moreclassic that I hope remains open for decades and decades to come. Service is great, prompt and professional, and some of the items are hit or miss, but there is a lot of light lunch fare to choose from and my salad was fresh. Make sure to stop in at the bookstore at the end of your meal.

Great neighborhood bookstore right on 14th Street and a good spot to browse after dinner or before…read morewaiting for a meal. The interior is spacious, well organized and plannogrammed, and brightly lit. I could spend hours here, and so can you! Except for one bench I didn't see an area where you can cozy up and read or hang out with a coffee, but it has a great vibe, with so much more beyond books---totes, bags, games, magnets, gifts, and more! Definitely worth stopping in!

Service: super friendly and approachable. After my purchase asked about local places to burn an…read morehour or two and and was given great recommendations for food, people watching, wine bars, and murals. Selection: smalllllll store. But wide variety. All subjects covered. Also chose this tote as a possible place to get a local souvenir based on other reviews. Not so much a good place for that. They do have branded items. Value: prices as marked.

Washington, DC - L'Enfant Plaza - Dolly Parton!! Yes! Walking past this small outpost of Carpe…read moreLibrum located amongst the fast food offerings of L'Enfant Plaza, I spotted the book I didn't know I needed- Dolly Parton's Coat of Many Colors. Sure it's a kids book, but sometimes that's what we need - a reminder that everyone deserves love and respect. I glanced around this small shop - books are organized by topic with kids on the left and grown up options on the right. The person in the line ahead of me seemed to be dropping off some books and purchasing others. So maybe they have trade in options? When it was my turn the employee noted they had a lease for the next month or so. They're going to see if this location works out. Checking out was quick and easy. I was asked if I wanted to donate extra to the charity they fund. My kids book was $3 as it was a softcover. This seemed like a pretty good value. I plan to return.

What a great used bookstore! Across Franklin Park from The Washington Post, Carpe Librum sells…read moregently used books, vinyls, CDs, and DVDs all under $7. Shelves are filled with books in every category, including children books in hardback and paperback. Vinyls are $5 each and CDs and DVDs are $3. The space is inside the old Leon restaurant and the signs on the walls speak to that. It's a no-frills space, but worth a visit. Proceeds help education non-profit Turning the Page.