Oxford Exchange is my go-to brunch spot whenever I have friends or family visiting from out of…read moretown, and it never disappoints. The ambiance is beautiful, the service is always excellent, and the food is consistently delicious. They also have amazing coffee and a great drink selection. Everything I've tried over the years has been fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. It's one of those places that always leaves a great impression, whether it's your first visit or your tenth. I always enjoy bringing guests here, and I'll definitely be back again!

I was really disappointed by my experience recently because I had actually recommended this…read morerestaurant to the other guests with me, who had never been before. I ordered a bacon, egg, and cheese sandwich with an over-hard egg, while another guest ordered the same sandwich with an over-easy egg. When our food arrived, the over-easy sandwich was correct, but the sandwich placed in front of me had an over-medium egg with a runny yolk instead of the over-hard egg I specifically requested. I always make a point to clearly ask for a fully cooked egg because I cannot tolerate runny yolks. I politely called our waitress over and explained what had happened. I told her that the sandwich in front of me belonged to the other guest, and that the sandwich they had received appeared to have been intended as mine, except the egg was still runny and wasn't cooked over hard as ordered. Rather than listening to my concern, she responded in a very condescending manner and insisted the order was correct and that we simply needed to switch plates. I explained that switching plates would not solve the actual issue--the egg itself had not been cooked as ordered. She eventually took my sandwich back to have it remade, but after that interaction she rarely checked back on our table for the remainder of the meal and seemed to avoid us entirely. I never raised my voice or made a scene; I simply wanted the food I ordered prepared correctly. Mistakes happen in any restaurant, and I am completely understanding of that. What was most disappointing wasn't the kitchen error, it was the dismissive response to a reasonable request and the lack of service afterward. Since I had spoken so highly of this restaurant beforehand, it was embarrassing to have my guests experience this as their first visit.

Air-conditioned! Thankfully, considering the intense heat on this side of FL…read more Good stock - a good selection of new and used books and vinyl. Definitely have everything a new collector might want but may not have the deep cuts a long-time collector (like me) would be looking to purchase. Prices - a tad high. But I expected that considering I'm in a metropolitan area. Their rent is probably super high, but I don't mind paying an extra $2-3 per book to keep an independent store open. Regarding those deep cuts: - I did find some authors that I think are often overlooked, including Richard K. Morgan, Chuck Tingle, and Ann Leckie. - I was saddened to see that there was no Ronald Malfi in stock, which I find to be a mainstay in horror. - There was no Between the Buried and Me vinyl in stock, which saddens me due to concert tonight (that's why I drove all the way to this coast). Rating - 4.2/5.0

It was so nice inside, checking out all the books while we waited for our drinks. We got an iced…read morestrawberry matcha and an iced blueberry matcha. They were perfect with the rainy weather. It could've used a little more flavor, but the matcha was consistent with no clumps.

A charming bookstore in a little hidden block of DTSP which is just delightful to visit and you'll…read morefind an assortment of books here that you won't find anywhere else. With Black Crow Coffee right next-door you can sit in the little patio area and enjoy a cuppa and a pastry and a nice little read.

Cutest book store ever! We left with several new books to add to our collection. Books, stickers,…read moreand tons of other items to choose from. The staff were so friendly and pleasant to interact with. Such a cozy vibe and I loved the layout. It looks like they put on a ton of events as well. Definitely stop by and support this business! This is on our list to visit anytime we're in the area.

For starters: antiques and bookstores are my jam. Places like this are what make any area feel…read morecozy, more like a home to me. For this reason alone I am oh so thankful for this spot. Other than that I really enjoyed their selection and how everything was nicely categorized. The owner greeted us warmly and tried to see what kind of books I was into so that he could intentionally steer me around his shop, I appreciated it because I only had about 30 mins to peruse. I ended up buying 2 herbal books for a very fair price, he actually told me the prices on the books weren't set in stone. The whole thing was delightful, him and his wife even gave me a locally owned restaurant recommendation.

very cozy little antique bookstore with some jewelry as well and the staff is very friendly and…read morenice! there's some gorgeous little vintage books here that aren't SUPER expensive

We also noticed numerous books from people in our network including our sister @tiffanymjewell…read more This filled our cup.

Black English Bookstore was such a delightful find! The atmosphere is intimate, cozy, and welcoming…read morefrom the moment you walk in. I loved that it's a Black-owned bookstore with a wide variety of genres to explore, plus dedicated sections for kids and young adults. The artwork, décor, and overall layout make the space feel warm and inviting. Definitely stop by and check them out if you're ever in the area!

Holy cow this place is amazing!…read more The only potential issue is a lot of the sections are not organized by author or anything just the genre. That is a positive for me as I like to wander and see what I find, but if you're looking for a specific book this is probably not the place. That being said, they have a LOT of books and they were very cheap.

One of my all-time favorite rainy day activities. We love going with our littles but there are tons…read moreof adults having fun there too. They're creating a lovely third space here where people can meet up, relax, do puzzles and read. There's just about every type of physical media on offer from vinyls to vhs and of course books for everyone. I love that we're giving old books new life and also saving money while the kids get to read more! It's a win-win-win. We bought an entire basket of books for around $10 and I don't feel too bad when my 2 year old accidentally rips a book at home anymore. I really love what they're doing here and hope they continue doing well. I'd love to see them start a little coffee shop inside one day as I think that would really amp up sales and enjoyment.

I had a desperate need for a local gift for a friend and The Far Forest was my last hope. And if…read moreyou've spotted my five stars... spoiler alert... I found exactly what I needed and more. A coffee table book of artworks in Ybor City for my friend who loves the area. In great condition and reasonably priced. Awesome. And then I spotted two science fiction books for me that are going onto my shelves. I also bought a bookplate that was in a display at the counter. Eek, $15. But worth it to customize my gift which the very nice young lady put into a bag with some tissue paper to make "gift". Awesome service. Fabulous stuff and that's just the books. There's also all sorts of other vintage and unique antique items on sale. Definite opportunity for gifts and light decor. [Round number review 15800 overall - 1380 in Florida - 1304 of 2021.]

I've been into the shop a couple times; the first time was in their opening week. The owner (I'm…read morenot sure of her name) is so friendly and really loves her collection. This past Shop Small Saturday, I visited with 4 other people and her shop was (safely) bustling. I found a record for $1 outside and I did not have any cash - instead of having me use my card for a buck, she gave me the record for free. These types of small things make people come back and bring other people with them. This is a gem of a store (located just a couple blocks from where I used to live) in Seminole Heights. Check it out and spend some time finding some cool vintage treasures like books, records and furniture.

What a great little find inside this dieing Flea Market. The thousands of books are amazingly…read moreorganized and easy to access. All I found are $2-$3. My son bought 7 Manga books for $21. A Great Bargain!! The nice lady running it was knowledgeable and very passionate about her books. My teen can't wait to go back!

Nice selection of fiction, non-fiction, kids books etc. Very…read morereasonable prices. Located in the Oldsmar Flea Market. While hesitant, the nice lady agreed that I could use the Yelp! check-in offer of $5 off of a $25 purchase. Without the offer I wouldn't have purchased so much. Check it out if you're in the area.

This little bookstore was adorable and packed a lot of books into a small area…read more There is also some really great accessories for book lovers, like cute bookmarks, tote bags and giftable items. We loved talking books with the owner/shop keeper and browsing the newer designed editions of favorite classics, like Jane Austen novels or the Harry Potter series. I loved the section on unique positivity and poetry books as well and appreciated the lightweight paperbacks easy for sliding into a carryon bag for my flight home. This made for a lovely stop to add to my poolside reading collection.

Wonderful little bookstore, tucked away on Main Street. Fantastically curated selection that makes…read morethe most of the space and what is popular as well as some more obscure recommendations that are great. I loved that it is not just all books but also some great bookish merchandise, and the owner was friendly, knowledgeable, and had some great recommendations based on what my friend and I had picked up. She even got excited when I handed a book to my friend that I had been recommending for over a year and the owner's enthusiasm about the book was the final decision maker to go ahead and take the plunge.

Love a great book store! This one is 2 levels with a large variety of books and other things for…read moreevery age and interest! Very neat and well organized! Staff are friendly and helpful. There is even a coffee shop! Several seatings areas throughout the store to rest and look through your options of books!

This is the biggest Barnes and Noble I've ever been to. I…read morelove how spacious it is inside the top floor is a little more crowded but it's mostly the kids and toy area. The bottom floor has all the good books. I came in looking for Penpal a friend recommended this book and someone was able to help me find it and bought it. They do have a Starbucks inside to the right when you walk in which was wonderful. I definitely want to go back grab and drink and read. :)