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    As seen at University Book Store (11/27/23)
    Marie B.

    Customer for over 40 years. Pros: Indie bookstore on the Ave, free validated parking, great place for all Husky Nation stuff and things, Boon Boona café, UW Alumni perks. Cons: still twitchy after all these years whether required books each quarter were available, lol. Proud UW Seattle alum and parent. Go Huskies!

    Kris B.

    Amazing college bookstore! Not to mention free parking in their private lot for two hours. This store is huge - an entire section dedicated to books (not textbooks which are upstairs) regular general reading for pleasure books. Bargain books, new releases, every theme imaginable. Plus employees who genuinely love books and will help you find that perfect title. Then there's all the puzzles/games, journals, super soft socks, Pacific Northwest and Indigenous gifts. The rest of the main floor is dedicated to the University of Washington logo clothing and gifts. Get your Husky swag! When we stopped in yesterday there was an amazing street festival right in front of the store, with live music, food booths, local organizations with freebies. Friendly cashiers, sign up for their newsletter and a free mini totebag!

    Cute typewriters
    Tai D.

    There's nothing better than wandering around a bookstore. Although I'm not a student, this is a great bookstore to visit for their book recommendations and occasional deals. I like their "bargain books" as they do often have some popular titles at a great price. I was here to go to Boona Boona cafe. I saw their cute typewriter set up so you can see how it was back in the day! Checkout was a breeze and there's a parking lot in the back which is a huge plus because finding parking on the Ave is not always easy.

    Richard P.

    Always a treat gift shopping at the University of Washington bookstore. Easily six stars because there are lots of highly interesting books and other high quality retail options.

    Morning Buzz Latte
    Kimmy L.

    Note: This review is just of the UBookstore Cafe I needed a good study spot, so I decided to stop by the University Book Store café after class today. I ordered the Morning Buzz, which was one of their latte specials. It had Stumptown coffee, milk, cinnamon, and honey. I got it with less honey, since I don't like my drinks too sweet. I also ordered it with soy milk (+$0.75). There was only one barista working both the register and the espresso machine. She was working quickly though, and I received my drink in less than 10 minutes. However, right after she called my order, she quickly realized she had forgotten to use soy milk in my Morning Buzz and told me she'd remake it for me. She got me my second latte within another 10 min. So I ended up getting two lattes. Not only that, but she also gave me a card for a complementary drink on my next visit, the equivalent of three lattes. I applaud her for superb customer service. All I can say is that my Morning Buzz turned into an All Day Buzz. The latte was alright. I could definitely taste the honey and cinnamon, but I don't know if I'd get it again. I was hoping it would taste similar to Mercury's The Bees Knees latte, but it wasn't quite the same. If I do order it again, I might even get full sweetness. As far as atmosphere, the café can seat about 25 people or so. They don't have too many outlets, but they do have free WiFi. It's also not too loud which is good for light studying. Overall, 5/5 for service, 4/5 for drink, and 5/5 for atmosphere

    Free gift wrap on purchases!  Style #1 - Why go with any other?
    Ron M.

    The University Book Store is a great independent book store that got its start from humbling beginnings on January 10, 1900. My relationship with the store started when I was in 7th grade. I loved their glossy and sturdy folders with the UW logo on them. I wasn't a big fan of the Pee-Chee, though I loved doodling on them! What really hooked me was the free book covers! I still wish they had those! The store is split amongst three levels: Textbooks, Art/Stationery and Supplies on the bottom floor; main floor has books and magazines, Clinique Counter, coffee shop/café and Husky Shop; top floor has more books, tech center, gift wrap station and shipping station (USPS, FedEx and UPS). These days I do quite a bit of shopping at the bargain book tables in the middle of the store - they always have something new when I go there! You can also find me in the Husky Shop buying Husky gear for football and basketball season. One thing I do love is the free gift wrap! That saved me time this past Christmas! Go with style #1 - Purple and Gold and you can't go wrong! GO DAWGS! http://www.yelp.com/biz_photos/DBb5klG44ftEqLiK0bobJA?ref=fb&pt=review&select=EnwUFhA2mIXOEzKbwGc65g According to their website, they are the number two in total sales volume in the nation, but lead all college stores in sales of books and supplies. This out of 4500 college stores nationwide! Impressive! I know you've been in this situation before: ______________ | TEXTBOOKS | |_____________| That'll be $666.66. | The F*%@! O \O/ O O O | - | / | \ / | \ / | \ / \ / \ / \ / \ / \

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