We come here once a week, my three year old and I. We usually split a pastry and I get coffee at…read morethe Starbucks, then he plays with the Brio trains and toys. If I get the chance, I'll browse any books that catch my attention, but we mostly go for the third-space aspect. It's a great place to just walk around and occasionally pick up a book, toy, or game. I will say that books have gone up in price (across the board, not just B&N). But the board books and games for young kids aren't bad. I also recently bought a chess set that was half off in their sale section. Customer service is generally good. They don't give us a hard time about playing with the toys, and they're friendly at the coffee shop and checkout. We like this spot and we'll keep coming back.

Functional bathroom inside and probably the last toy store on the Peninsula. But textbook supply is…read morelimited, this is not a good place to get educational materials such as a calculus textbook. Despite B&N's large catalog, the in-store selection is still lacking compared to the larger public libraries around here.

This may be my favorite used bookstore yet!…read more The ladies working there were so welcoming and friendly. They let me and my boyfriend in a few minutes before opening so we could get out of the cold. So thoughtful. The selection was amazing. I snagged some older titles and then came across a table with some newer titles and all $6 and under. What a bargain. Will absolutely be back!

At first I couldn't find this place because there was a mini golf set up in the courthouse square…read more I had to literally walk around the block and saw these signs that read "used books" "this way" haha. This place is really hole-in-the-wall basement ish warehouse type feel bookstore. The prices are amazing for the used books. It is incredibly reasonably priced. I found two children's books in very good quality for $1 each. What a steal! For the most part, don't expect finding hot new bestsellers in here. This place is like for book antiques or if you need a used copy of something that might be a few years back. It was good for what I needed since I'm looking for some older historical fiction books about the American revolution. I was surprised to find two books here that I needed and so maybe you'll get lucky too! The couple who owns this place are very friendly. They said hi right upon me walking in. Selection is pretty wide, the books genres are organized in a neat way but the books themselves are scattered. For example, the fiction and nonfiction adult books are alphabetical order by last name but the children's books are not. It made things harder for me to look but I didn't mind since I had time. If you're in a rush then maybe this place isn't the best or just ask the lady up front for help! Overall this place is a gem and the proceeds go to a good cause--San Mateo historical foundation!

Reach and Teach is truly a local gem and one of the most inspiring shops on the Peninsula. They…read moreoffer a carefully curated mix of progressive books, educational toys and games, eco‑friendly products, and other high‑quality gifts you won't find in big box stores. Every visit feels like a treasure hunt--you'll discover something meaningful, fun, and thoughtful. The two owners are not only super friendly but also deeply civic‑minded, always ready to share knowledge and support community causes. Their passion for education, sustainability, and social justice shines through in everything they do. If you're looking for a place that combines heart, purpose, and great finds, Reach and Teach is a must‑visit.

The first thing you'll appreciate is the service. The owners are friendly and incredibly…read moreknowledgeable about everything they sell. Next, it's the selection. These aren't just toys, games, and books; they've got the best toys, games, and books curated for developing and broadening minds of all ages. They don't just sell what's hot, they sell what's good. I'm not sure who enjoys going more, my 4 year old son or me!

Smallest Barnes and Noble I've ever been, but they did a good job of making the most of the space…read more The layout is not straightforward, so it feels like there's a lot of shelves to wander. There's a small section of kids books in the back and they will sometimes have activities and storytelling. This is a good place to walk around and look for potential gifts. Staff is friendly and helpful. If you love shopping for books in real life and are typically looking for something more popular (or else it likely wouldn't be in stock) then this is the place for you.

I used to spend hours at the Barnes & Noble at Tanforan Mall, so it was such a joy to step into…read morethis cozy little location. Though it's on the smaller side, the store still has a great selection of books and an inviting, charming vibe. Beyond the books, there are also tons of cute gift items like notebooks, journals, cards, and tote bags that are hard to resist, and also a little section of board games! Everything was thoughtfully displayed and very fun to browse. I only popped in for a quick look, but ended up lingering longer than expected. The staff was kind and welcoming, and my book-loving heart felt right at home!

Great shop on Burlingame Avenue! So many cute items, great for gifts, lots of books and toys, art…read moreprojects, jewelry making kits, stuffed animals, makeup, games, puzzles, T-shirt's and some jerseys.

This is a very cute shop in Burlingame. The front has a nice selection of candy and other sweet…read moretreats, while most of the back has shelves stock with children's and young adult books. While I do like sweets, I spent a lot of time pursuing the stacks checking out books from my childhood as well as newer titles. A must stop for anyone with young readers in their life, or at least young-at-heart.

I wish I found the Reading Bug sooner! Their sections of children's books are so extensive and…read moredivided by different topics made it easy for someone like me, who came in with ZERO IDEA on what she wanted, be able to find things easily. They do also have books for young adults and adults alike, although the sections are smaller than for children, but the owners told me that they can always order books, as well, if you're looking for something specific! Overall, I probably spent more time than I needed inside, but it was time well spent. The books I got for my Godson were perfect (in my opinion!) and I'd come back again to get more children's books.

Whenever I am visiting my grandchildren in San Carlos, this is our favorite place to visit. Staff…read moreis very helpful and kind. Wish they had a dedicated children's book store in Ojai.

A small well stocked bookstore. The store is located in the San Francisco airport. It carried…read moreobviously books, magnets, greeting cards, and a few small souvenirs. San Francisco was my homebase at one time . It was very nostalgic to see some of the books they had on the neighborhoods of San Francisco.

In this day and age, a honest to goodness bookstore is always a refreshing find…read more Prices are in line with what you would find on the outside, in general, decent selection of new releases and other books, and a friendly staff to help if you need it. Simply fun to browse and see what is still out there in print