Great gaming store for cards, video games new and old, repairs, board games, collectibles, you name…read moreit! Very helpful and friendly!

One of the employees that work there could not have been any more rude. The gentleman with the red…read morehair and glasses was very rude to me and my wife when we came in there from out of town. It seemed as if he was irritated that we were customers potential buyers in his store. He didn't even make an attempt to look into our direction he like at least four or five customers go in front of us, and when I finally asked him about the price of a game he was very irritated and impatient because I didn't hear him the first time when he was incredibly soft spoken he should consider getting a megaphone. Horrible Customer Service overall to the point I almost considered going to a GameStop instead. This store will not get my business ever unless that employee is fired. Do yourself a favor and avoid the store. unfortunately, there isn't an option for me to write the store zero stars or I would.

I've always passed this place for years and what caught my eye today was the one of the books I've…read morebeen eyeballing for years was included in the sidewalk sale. I went inside and was surprised on how much of a variety they have for good books besides the big box stores. Literally walls of books. I also thought it was unique how they priced their inventory (paper slip in the book). The fact that I got two books under $10 was a steal. The cashier was welcoming and was working throughout the store. I didn't get any actual pics inside but I'll definitely be back.

It is a wonderful place called Book Gallery West. Excellent choice of books, unusual gift and…read morecomfortable environment. I really liked browsing and got some splendid reads

What a beautiful independent bookstore!…read more Wonderful layout, that makes you want to browse every inch of the store! Very welcoming, and honestly my family could have spent all day just sitting and reading away! We've been to many different independent bookstores around Tampa, and the crew agrees, one of our absolutely favorite! Keep it up!

Lynx is locally owned by author Lauren Groff, a Cooperstown native who now resides in Gainesville…read moreand I hope everyone who reads this will be a regular and keep what is FINALLY a gorgeous, cozy, inviting bookstore with friendly, helpful employees in business. (There is so e seating inside, tons outside) They have serve beverages...coffee, tea, sparking waters (the cardamom black tea was amazeballs) and have some baked good. Their offerings focus on banned books, and Floriduh has lots of banned books. They also have a pretty good autobiography section as well as history and current events. Of course a large chunk is fiction with some signed editions from the owner and other authors who have been in the shop. I of course took a signed edition of a Lauren Groff title home They also have fun stickers, mugs, bags, cards, totes, and others kinds of fun reading and writing accessories for very reasonable prices. Of course they have adorable little stuffed animals....as in lynxes. While there I also noticed fliers for various book groups, author events, readings etc. I believe they also collaborate with area libraries. Recently they gave away free copies of banned books at a local parade--activism for intellectual freedom is of utmost urgency!!! I LOVE this bookstore and I'm sad it opened when I am about to move out of town. I hope the rest of Gainesville will too and make it thrive because it is a gem. I'm already looking forward to my next visit.

Most of the books were of unusually unfamiliar topics and authors. It was dark difficult to find…read moreanything in the back of the store. Maybe it's more for a different clientele or collector. The prices were on the medium to high side for used books. The guy in the store left us to ourselves and helped only when we asked.

I'm not a person that usually writes reviews, but this place deserves it. In my opinion, Worm Hole…read moreis by far the best book store in Gainesville. It reminds of the little book stores I loved in Cambridge, MA. The Theory section is unmatched in the area and I often find books at a better price here than anywhere else (just picked up a copy of Seeds of Time by Fredric Jameson for around $20, which is around $6 cheaper than I can find used copies anywhere online). Highly recommend this place

Walking into Hear Again feels like walking back in time, where you can be in a room full of college…read morestudents who are so enthralled by the music selection that they barely even pull out their phones. Hear Again has both new and used records, as well as a killer cassette selection that includes a lot of recently released music, which is hard to find. Everything is priced extremely reasonably. The person behind the counter is always super kind and personable, and willing to help out and give great suggestions. This is a great place for a music lover to be on a hot day (or any day).

Music lovers, rejoice!…read more If you're looking for a place where great music is key, look no further! When I first started my record collection, I asked my music-loving co-worker where to go and he immediately recommended Hear Again! Located in downtown Gainesville only a few cobblestoned steps from the legendary Hippodrome Theater, Hear Again has a fantastic location in the heart of the city. You'll usually know when the shop is open based on the standing sign that is propped up during business hours! Upon entrance into the store, you're surrounded by some of the greatest tunes to ever be pressed on their various mediums with more genres that you could even count. Hear Again is so wonderfully organized and arranged, there never seems to be a a CD or vinyl out of alphabetical or genre order - talk about arrangement! The wonderful store owner also keeps a running list online of available vinyls, also available on their Instagram page which is updated weekly with new arrivals or sales. My favorite portion of the store? The used records! I've scored vinyls in prime condition for $5 or even less! One of my favorite details about Hear Again? Their COVID practices! Upon entry, you get your temp checked, hands sprayed with alcohol/sanitizer and you are then provided with gloves. I love it!! So if you're planning to show some love to your music collection soon, Hear Again has all the greats your record player could want!

So many things! Where do I start!? I originally came here…read moreto get a PS4, and I still have it and play with it. While I was looking around, I saw their camera collection! Wow! A Canon T7 for $200...sold! Great, solid camera and I have taken thousands of pics with it. So now, I am looking to get some lenses to make my hobby more versatile. Came back and found a nice lens for less than half the price online. No scratches and it works perfectly!! I almost don't want to tell anybody about their camera stash, but I am not that selfish! They have all kinds of power tools, laptops, guitars and basses, and much more. Don't just go online to buy stuff, check out Oaks Pawn for great deals! Shout out to Jeff on their friendly staff!!

One of the staff has a bad attitude. Not welcoming at all. If it wasn't for another guy, i wouldn't…read morehave bought anything at all. Good store, but one bad thing throws everything out entirely.

Awesome service and great selection! I discovered it is owned by a recent UF grad, also. Go Gators!…read moreBeautiful store. Looks like an art galary!

Super cool shop! Excellent service and the shop owner, Dan, was very knowledgeable and helpful in…read morehelping me pick out the best products. They have a lot here from CBD gummies to delta 8 and 9 products and glassware/grinders/etc. The prices here are also unbeatable compared to the other shops I've been to in the area. Would definitely come here again.

An excellent resource in Gainesville for purchasing bulk products. The store is clean and well…read moreorganized. The selection is not huge, but they cover the basics. Prices are reasonable and the staff is friendly and knowledgeable about their products.

Life Unplastic has superb customer service. Their employees genuinely care about the products they…read moresell and are extremely informative. The selection is sooooo great. Incredible eco-friendly products for incredible prices. I highly recommend you go here for reusable products, shampoo/conditioner/soap/etc. to support local business!