Tom E. • April 7, 2013This place is fantastic in its selection of books, historical significance and proximity to the Beat Museum! Worth the trip to visit.
Janene D. • February 27, 2016A great local bookstore. Perfect place to get personalized recommended books or great presents for someone. The staff is knowledgable and eager to help.
Ashley Y. • October 23, 2016One of my favourite local bookstores. They stock my favourite food mags and also sell second-hand books too!
Rachel • February 2, 2016Possibly the best bookstore in San Francisco. Clear layout, peaceful atmosphere and useful recommendations from a friendly and knowledgeable team. Also offers a cute selection of cards and gifts.
Caroline • December 27, 2010Excellent bookstore pretty close to BART. Good selection and nice layout of used and new books.
Alberto J S M. • October 31, 2013I always go to the one in NY but this is bigger and have a lot more of unique pieces, it is a must to go...
Mary S. • April 12This book store has a fantastic children's section, with a wide range of books for all ages. It's been a lifesaver for me as a parent, if I'm looking for educational and engaging reads for my kids.
Sravanti T. • May 24, 2018One of my favorite bookstores in SF. Really good collection, and decent sale section, too!
Maya B. • November 2, 2017Best foodie bookstore in San Francisco. A serious excellent selection of cookbooks and always featuring great authors to come speak
City Walks • October 1, 2011Stephen Schmidt talks about Jackson Square. He's a graphic designer who is influenced by the William Stout Bookstore and shares how he finds inspiration in this neighborhood.
Garry T. • September 5, 2016The best bookstore for kids in a 20 mile radius, hands down. Charlotte is the best and loves kids so much. Story time is a huge treat for the whole community.
Anah R. • May 29, 2012Beautiful store! Well-stocked and organized. Great selection of vintage paperbacks.
Wilson F. • September 26, 2016An independent bookstore the way we love them: excellent and diverse selection, extremely helpful staff, warm and inviting interior.
Phil J. • January 29, 2012EXCELLENT bookstore! Always find interesting titles -- and recommendations -- here!
Jussi H. • January 7, 2016Great bookstore!
Diego R. • March 25, 2011A great selection of independent zines, magazines, comics, graphic novels, and books. They always have a pretty good selection of AK Press titles as well. Worth giving it a try.
Wilson F. • December 19, 2016Super pretty books, magazines, fanzines, stationery and objects store, with a well curated selection of local, national and international products. Love the PF Candle Co candles and natural cosmetics.
Alex Y. • February 22, 2023Very friendly staff. Great selection across all genres. Amazing sci fi. Lots of half priced new books. New favorite bookstore
Tobias S. • July 21, 2018Great little bookstore with a pop-up cocktail bar in the back that's open on Saturdays and Sundays
Carl B. • December 12, 2012Purchases at this cool bookstore benefit the Friends of the San Francisco Public Library. There's free WiFi and a fantastic adjacent cafe.
Bennett W W. • November 16, 2014One of the librarians I've encountered here in July was friendly. Great spot for a library!
Julia S. • January 24, 2017Great place to read, work and think. A true SF gem. Open 7 days a week, closes at 9 pm Mon - Thurs.
Thomas S. • December 30, 2012Good example of why bookstores are dying. Great selection and utterly miserable staff. Go there anyway.
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