Great and friendly service, lovely store. The ladies at the desk gave me several recommendations…read morewhich I appreciated

I'm glad there are other book store options here in Salem. I've shopped here probably 15 times and…read moreI love how unique this store is. Have never seen the cat, so that's a bummer. I love the option to buy used books. That being said I think their "we buy books" is pretty bad. I wish they gave more information. I brought in about 48 great condition popular books in. I had an appointment at 1:30pm that was made 3 weeks prior. I got there books in hand and was told the person who values the books to buy them was out but that I should get a call with an offer before 3:30pm. I killed some time around Salem as I wasn't expecting this to be quite the process and still had not gotten a call even though it was almost 4pm. I called them and they said the offer would be told to me in store. These are popular books from Carley Fortune, Tessa Bailey, Freida McFadden, Ali Hazelwood etc, and even some special editions of books with sprayed edges. All probably worth around $500 if you count each book as $10. After I came in to ask about my offer, the person helping me seemed pretty excited about all the books I had. Their offer was $57 in a check or $115 for store credit, it almost felt like a slap in the face to be honest. I told them that I'll think about it as I browsed the store. I took like half a lap through the store and went back to the front counter to let them know that I would be taking my books and declining their offer. As soon as I said that, immediate demeanor change in the employee and they just walked off while I had to put all my books back in the bags. Most of the time the staff are fine, but there is the occasional visit where I have staff a little too relaxed, almost as if they're not working at a bookstore. And there have been a few times I was waiting at the front counter ready to check out and not even looked at until the employees were done with their conversation which was anywhere from 1min to 10min. Prices are a bit high, but that's expected at an independent book store.

Stopped in with my boyfriend last week and we had an amazing conversation with the front desk…read moremanager and her granddaughter (Hi Logan!!). They were both so sweet to talk to us and show us around. Thank you! I also found a great book that I can't wait to read!

My son and I found ourselves wondering downtown one day and happened to stumble across this store!…read moreIt is very cute and has lots of books, they even have a great kid section. My 2 year old and I sat in the back and looked at books for quite some time and the man behind the counter didn't seem to mind. When I asked for recommendations he was happy to give them.

This is the new location for the Friends' bookstore which patrons remember as being in a room on…read morethe main floor of the public library. It will be operating here until the main library is reopened. The volunteers have done a lovely job organizing this suite and the day I was there it was staffed with at least two volunteers. The collection is small but very high in quality and conscientiously organized. And the prices are eminently fair, lower even than thrift stores. They handle more than just books and by going to their Facebook page or website you can discover what they're all about. This is in that area of Broadway which is being gentrified, and there are many interesting nearby businesses, including the popular Broadway Coffeehouse. Thirty-minute unmetered parking is usually open right out front.

Went there yesterday with 2 friends and I personally am not a huge book fan but I did appreciate…read morethe kindness of the lady working there. They're a very wonderful bookstore with amazing customer service. 10/10 will recommend

My experience was insulting enough to the point that I may never frequent Aunt Bee's again. I will…read morespread the word. I was literally followed to the first 5 booths by a clerk, I would look up and there she was, not helping just watching me as if I were going to steal something. Really?? We are business people here in Salem, Or, 44 years. I would never intimidate a potential customer like I was today on 1-2-2026. Shame on you Aunt Bee's staff.

A very large selection! I was amazed by how huge it is on the inside.. it just keeps going. I found…read moresome cute clothes there but if your looking for jewelry, house decor, odds and ins, this is the spot! They were very personable.

Great place! The owner is kind and friendly, there is great organization, and a big selection. They…read moresell back issues, trades, hardcovers, and have a great collection of omnibuses. I appreciate that prices are listed and are not changed at the counter. Overall, great store!

I am a local photographer and Direct Support Professional. During the late summer I take my seniors…read moreinto this shop and the owners allow for me to use their vendor space as a backdrop. In addition, I have taken handful of the individuals I support for my job as a DSP, and they enjoy spending time in this business and the owners are very kind and respectful to all of the above. I am so lucky to have such a kind and honest local business owners who allow me to utilize their space frequently. If you're reading this and are worried about their 1-star reviews, please understand that most of the time it is because people try to palm the smaller items as this IS an antique shop. However, this business has cameras, and anytime potential thieves try that they get caught and come to the internet to fabricate lies to collect what's left of their ego after the owners chose NOT to get police involved, which they are totally within their right to do. Thank you Engelberg Antiks for making Salem less boring!

Such an amazing collection! The owners are so kind and fun to talk to. They showed us an amazing…read morevery old automaton watch with a surprise in it! Great selection of quirky objects I highly recommend stopping in!

this place has to be the most fun ambience of any toy place or hobby shop ever. I couldn't imagine…read morewhat they could do with all of the items they have up if they ever wanted to relocate or close down. They have such huge awesome display pieces. I mean, you can't even get through the door without being in amazement. Lots of fun puzzles lots of fun card games, tons of little knickknacks and very family friendly . kids love window shopping, just cruising around at all of the different options and I couldn't imagine anyone not finding something that they enjoy here . Staff is always super helpful places always spotless. Definitely stop by.

This is my go-to toy store now. We got all of my grandson's birthday gifts there earlier this…read moresummer. A great selection and the prices are very reasonable. I just went there again this morning looking for Sea Monkey (Krill) aquariums for the kids and they had three different types! I couldn't find them anywhere else in town except BiMart, which only had 1 type. The price was essentially the same as BiMart, with a much better selection. Given the choice to spend my money at a small locally owned business, I'll choose the small business every time.