Staff is SO KNOWLEDGEABLE -- in children's section two people could immediately connect stories to…read morethe interests I described! The environment in the store is lovely too! I just ordered on line - easy too!

Huge selection of books and trinkets and Knick knacks- great for gift shopping too. Seriously can't…read morebeat a local bookstore and Politics and Prose is an excellent one.

It's a beautiful bookstore, expertly organized, and very spacious…read more Best-sellers are easy to find, displayed in the front. There's a wonderful children's section on the 2nd floor. Don't forget to take some time to observe a huge replica of "The Very Hungry Caterpillar", a well-beloved children's picture book. It makes for a fun photo op, I think. There's a nice YA section with a sizable manga inventory. My son was so taken with manga, filling sketch books with manga-inspired drawings for years. Politics, sci-fi, travel, history, sports, personal growth, romance...it's all here, and much more. There's a cornucopia of non-book gift possibilities too. An easy 5 stars.

I know I have not been to Georgetown in a long time but I had no idea there was a Barnes and Noble…read morehere. I love big bookstores and this place was amazing. They converted an old historical building into a large bookstore. As soon as you enter the store you feel the classic renovation and great vibes. Other Barnes and Noble have the same regular retail feel but this location has a vintage originality that you don't find anywhere else. There were three floors filled with books of varying types. It was surprisingly filled with college kids and tourists who were in the area. I was like a kid in the candy store. I went from browsing nonfiction to graphic novels to self-help books. I was able to find a seat and spend my evening going through a good classic self-help book. The only downside was that it was almost nine and the store was closing. I had to head down and make my way out. I wished I had a longer stay in DC to come back here. Most of the Barnes and Noble stores in my area were closing down so it was great to experience a classic bookstore again.

Superb coffee house that has been in Adams Morgan for well over a half's century, featuring…read morememorable local arts, and books that irritate conservatives (yeah!), but also featuring superb food and coffee. The inside is like an active library reading room. Folks in computers, pads, etc. reading and intellectualizing. Soft progressive music in the air. I had an egg and cheese homemade biscuit that was just awesome. Peaceful, lovable and fun. Perfect for a break from the day's chores.

After living in Adams Morgan for 10 years, I feel lucky to have this spot just a short walk away…read more It's the perfect co-working space--I love being surrounded by shelves of books, even if I've never bought one, because the atmosphere is so welcoming. On top of that, they're a true community bookstore, giving back by providing free meals to people in need, which I find really admirable. My go-to order is usually an iced coffee (or hot, depending on the day), but I've also had their biscuit with egg, cheese, and bacon a few times. That biscuit is perfectly fluffy, the egg is creamy, and the bacon is on point--so good that I've thought about ordering a side of bacon just to have more. If you're in the area and need a cozy spot to work, this is it. I love that they have plenty of outlets (a rarity!) and even window seating. Great coffee, great food, and a mission worth supporting.

As you walk down the brick sidewalk, you will come across the cutest local book store with a warm…read moreand inviting exterior. As I walked inside it gave off a library atmosphere. Of course it even had that classic book smell. My favorite. There is an upstairs and a downstairs. It can be a little tight depending on the amount of customers inside. There is a wide range o books. Of course there is a lot of political themed books, its the area we are in. I was lucky to find Kamala Harris's book, "107 Days." Pricing was what I expected and supporting a local book store than the large box store down the street was where my heart was at. The books were well organized, and everything was nicely categorized. There was one employee working. They were not super engaging, but I chalk that up to library atmosphere. But, whenever they were asked a questions they were helpful. There is a lot of local advertising and they are supportive of the LGBTQ population.

Local bookstores wherever you are over everything!…read more Cute little spot and even cuter once you pop inside. I love a bookstore that feels like home versus a capitalist heckscape. Would absolutely come back here any chance I got! Picked up some great parenting books for my husband and I (we've loved them all so far) as well as some books relating to my work in Tech.

Great selection of Books I wanted the divine comedy but they didn't have it translated by the…read moreauthor I wanted. Cute cards and stickers and tshirts. The girl found her book. We will return.

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!

This DuPont Circle staple is a must-visit. It's an indie…read morebookstore with a full restaurant and bar. The dining area is so comforting and relaxing. I love that it's a solarium with murals and greenery. Like most bookstores, they host events from signings and readings to book clubs and art classes. Lots of staff-recommended books at any given time. It's a lovely experience to shop books here whether for yourself or someone else. The food is pretty good too.

Stopped by Kramers for their new beach-themed tea time and it was great. The scones were warm and…read morebuttery, easily one of the best ive had. Got iced tea with mine (they do hot tea too, both really good). The loaded lobster roll was better than I expected. Plenty of actual lobster, not a bunch of filler. Sat out on the patio, which is a nice spot. Relaxed, easy to lose track of time. And the bookstore is the reason I keep coming back anyway. Huge selection, always find something. Books plus tea and a lobster roll is a solid afternoon after work!

Great selection and wonderful vibes. The best part all of the staff recommended books throughout…read morethe store. The reviews are thorough and helpful and makes you feel lol they care.

I love the Adams Morgan neighborhood of DC because they've got so many gems like Lost City…read more It's a two-floor bookshop that also hosts events like book clubs and art classes. Book signings often take place here as well. Such an incredible selection of books. They've got rare books, used books, new books, and out of print books, banned books, and LGBTQ+ books. They also sell boutique items like pens and postcards. The staff is extremely knowledgeable and helpful. I have spent hours just getting lost in books here. It's a wonderful way to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon.

This is such a great place to peruse and find books that support your community! I loved the amount…read moreof queer and Black books at Loyalty and felt welcomed by book covers that represent me. Along with books, they have punny stickers and goods like unique wrapping paper. I am extremely excited to come back and spend all of my money lol.

Cute little bookstore with a wide variety of books for such a small space! There were many…read moredifferent genres of books and the person working there was helpful with helping us find certain series and books. If you're looking for a friendly bookstore in Petworth, this is the place to go!

- volunteers work there - lots of books from different areas…read more- well labeled areas - the money goes back to education which is a great cause! - not a lot of books that pique my interest though since most are donated - areas for sitting sometimes block path to some books

The book selection was great and the volunteers running the store that day were so helpful. It is a…read moregreat place to step into for a book and a break from the Georgetown street.

Welcoming staff. Uplifting environment. Terrific selection. So much to love about this…read morebreath-of-fresh-air bookstore!

Stopped in because the shop looked like a cute local bookstore. I found a few coloring books and…read moregames I was interested in purchasing, even though I could have easily ordered them online but today I didn't mind spending a few extra dollars to support a small business. While shopping, I had to go to the bathroom but wanted to keep browsing so looked for a bathroom. I saw a couple of people (white people) come out of the restroom, even though the door said "Employees Only." I asked the woman at the register if there was a restroom available, and she told me, "No, our bathroom is not public but you can go to California Tortilla and use theirs." I returned to my fiancé, who was waiting near the bathroom, and overheard another employee tell a different customer, "We don't normally let people use the bathroom because there are boxes in there, but we can make an exception (white customers) I mentioned that I had just been told the restroom was not public, and the employee responded, "Yeah, but we can make an exception for her, not you," in what felt like a very dismissive and condescending tone. The interaction left me feeling uncomfortable and unwelcome. Consistency and respectful communication with customers of all skin tones is important, and unfortunately that was not my experience here. Definitely recommend buying on stores like Amazon and not supporting this behavior.