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Politics and Prose Bookstore

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Chevy Chase, Washington

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Ranked #1 for bookstores in Washington
"Great selection of books on every subject and genre."(4 Tips)
"And the discount book section is amazing."(2 Tips)
"Highly recommend the author events."(2 Tips)
"Number 1 bookstore in dC"(2 Tips)

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Georgetown BagelryAugust 10, 2010
Been here 10+ times
Polly's homemade graham's w/tea or coffee are especial thing in the coffee shop. Not easy to find around DC....
Ben HundleyJanuary 20, 2016
Been here 25+ times
Books and music and cafe.
Jessica BatesOctober 10, 2010
Been here 10+ times
The hot chocolate here is perfect. And the discount book section is amazing.
David KirschJuly 31, 2018
Been here 10+ times
A treasure... Plan to stay a while...
Ken SandsNovember 23, 2009
A great local bookstore, with lots of interesting readings/book signings. Nice coffee shop in lower level. Read more
FletcherJune 11, 2015
Browsing and check out the book printer !
Eric F.January 21, 2013
Monday mornings 10.30am kids storytelling, followed by coffee is a good morning
Jennifer AntelmanDecember 31, 2010
Expensive! But the discount book section by the cafe downstairs is a great selection and has cheap prices!
❀mihoko❀February 21, 2013
If you are looking for "stimulations" ...YES :)
DoraJuly 21, 2010
Pop in for weekly storytime on Monday mornings at 10:30 a.m. Powered by ParentsConnect.com
Kim DixsonMay 31, 2011
Been here 5+ times
There's something special about the iced coffee. Try it!
Rebecca DavisFebruary 1, 2010
Been here 10+ times
The cafe opens at 8am - worth stopping by - ice coffee is especially good!
AaronOctober 27, 2010
Been here 5+ times
Charge up your laptop before you get to the cafe, as they've covered most of the power outlets.
O'GeetsieFebruary 24, 2010
Been here 5+ times
The card selection is great and changes frequently so always fresh.
Ashley SouthallFebruary 2, 2014
Trivia night. That is all.
Nelson JacobsenJanuary 26, 2012
The staff seems dazed by me asking where a book is in the store. I'm sorry I didn't know I was bothering them.
AngelaMarch 19, 2014
Very Literary
Terena BellOctober 15, 2011
Found out the sandwiches in the cafe are NOT made fresh to order. :(
Joseph GunawanMarch 29, 2014
What a strange place to hang.
Jackie JOctober 31, 2010
Great bkstr for the kiddies! Love love.
Rafik RFebruary 4, 2011
Been here 25+ times
Amazing events everyday!
Michael PollackOctober 18, 2012
It's time to vote MTV #FantasyElection
Sarah PhillipsJuly 3, 2012
Do not move their chairs. It pisses them off.
Gary GentileNovember 12, 2009
Great bookstore. My favorite in DC so far.
Georgetown BagelryJuly 20, 2010
Been here 10+ times
You can get our bagels here:)
Andrew GetmanFebruary 12, 2010
I listened to Jasper Fforde read from Shades of Grey and talk about chromogenics and the future of the planet! Read more
Alex TeSeptember 10, 2016
Frequently rude cafe staff, noisy and uncomfortable.
George McCabeMay 28, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Have a double machiatto with a jelly donut.
George McCabeMarch 12, 2010
Been here 25+ times
Talking on the celphone is not permitted in the cafe.
Leigh HartmanJune 5, 2010
Avoid the diet cane soda like the plague.
Blank BlankJanuary 29, 2010
Good independent bookstore, but a little overrated.

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