LERVE Trope!!! I'm getting back into reading and stopped in here on my way to Plot Twist. It's like…read moreyou have to. And I'm here for it lol. The store is soooo cute and well maintained and fun! There were so many different romance categories. I chatted with Tobi, she was so kind and helpful at explaining how the store setup worked. She was super knowledgeable about books too. I told here I was looking for 2nd chance romance books and she had sooooo many suggestions. I bought 2 books and took a bunch of pics lol. I love this lil shop!!!

The Trope Bookshop is a reader's paradise. Countless fantastic new picks to choose from, a team…read morethat is both helpful without breathing down your neck and friendly while still professional. I had asked one of the young ladies working (Serena, I think her name was ((Serena if you're reading this ily) for a recommendation after finishing the ACOTAR series, and she had so many good recs to offer, and even came back and visited me around the store a few times to offer some more as she thought of them. That kind of helpfulness is rare and so appreciated. If you're looking for a new read, smut or otherwise, a new bookmark, tote bag, or just looking for something new to do in the Plaza area, I can't recommend this place enough.

Super friendly and helpful cashier! She kindly showed us every section we were looking for…read more Everything was very well organized. The whole place has the wonderful bookstore smell. I could have spent hours in here! Prices were a little higher than eBay or Thrift Books online, but I like that this was a local and in-person place.

Great vibes in this store. Unusual book and gift selections, cats (!) and even a vegan shoppe with…read morefood items, locally made candles and sustainable cleaning and animal care products. (I particularly like the stainless leak proof bento bowls for packing up leftovers in a restaurant.) We always find something cool here - and the family that runs the store is quiet, quirky - and super nice.

It's always a pleasure when I get the opportunity to go to Repo. (I live in Virginia.) As a…read morecollector of CDs, it's always fun to browse their selection. I couldn't imagine a better selection of CDs in such well kept order. Everything is alphabetical and easy to locate. The owner is friendly and nice to converse with.

Amazing collection and one of Charlotte's hidden gems. They have tons of vinyl at different prices…read moreand Steve is very knowledgeable about music. If vinyl is your thing this is the place to go.

I was looking for some Charlotte NC (souvenirs) and this was the only place I found. With variety…read moreof souvenirs and other beautiful things.

From the owner: Find the best cards and Gifts at Paper Skyscraper - Charlotte's award-winning card and gift store…read moresince it's founding in 1989. We have over 30,000 cards and gifts to find the perfect selection for your holiday shopping list and stocking stuffers. We feature books, cards, stationery, home accessories, frames, bath and body products, kid's books and toys. And have a special emphasis on architecture and design. You will find a sense of humor everywhere you turn and something for everyone on your list and yourself.

Lunchbox Records is a small vinyl shop with a wide collection of records available. Though parking…read morewas limited and a bit tight, this is to be expected in Charlotte - it is great they have free parking spaces in general. My date took me here calling it her "secret spot" - yet it didn't seem so underground when we arrived, with lots of couples and friendly faces shopping around. :) They offer CDs and cassette tapes, as well. I had been looking to build my collection of Mac Miller's music, and I was successful - they had almost all his albums, I was pleasantly surprised! Stop by here if you are looking to buy new or used vinyls, or if you're looking to get rid of some older ones. Thank you for a great experience!

This place had some gems I didn't kno I needed on vinyl…read more Parking is super tight and limited. The space is small and does get crowded but still worth a visit. Reasonably priced. They have previously used and new vinyls. I think I saw some cassettes too but wasn't looking for those specifically. I will go back and check now that I have a cassette player.

Bookstores like That's Novel have my devotion. Just walking in, I felt an intense sense of peace…read moreand contentment. I'm surrounded by books and all is right in the world again. They have more than just new copies of the latest releases! They have used books! They have cute gifts like candles and art and jewelry and more! They have detailed staff picks that are featured! Books are clearly organized in ways to make them easy to find and you'll find every genre here. And there are reading nooks, so you'll never want to leave. I almost feel like a new book is like a pet that you'll take home and cherish forever. I'm so grateful for a woman-owned bookshop like That's Novel.

I just love a book store like this one - new AND used books! Everything is organized nicely by…read moresubject/genre. They also had a little section with cute gifts, stationery, merch, etc. Service was friendly, too. Out front they had a rack of cheapo $1 paperbacks - that's my kind of scene. I love going through old paperbacks to find a hidden gem. I found a pulpy Kojak paperback that I got for my sister.

This store has it all! It's a used book store with excellent prices and selection. They also have a…read morecoffee shop inside that offers sandwiches as well. The other half of the large space is a Habitat for Humanity re-store with tons of furniture, Knick-knacks, lights and pretty much everything else you can think of! They have some tables throughout the bookstore that you can sit and another area upstairs with more tables. There is always a space outside where you can sit and enjoy!

This is an excellent combination of café, bookstore and thrift/furniture store. I have visited many…read moretimes over the past few years and always seem to come across something unexpected, whether that is a book, CD, vinyl record or game. The book prices are particularly good and make it easy to take a chance on an unfamiliar author or genre. The café serves very good coffee. On this visit I had a cortado, which was strong, smooth and well made. The staff were friendly, helpful and attentive without being intrusive. What I like most is the atmosphere. During my visit I saw families browsing books while enjoying a drink, friends meeting for coffee and people having informal meetings. It feels like a place where you can spend time rather than simply stop by. The balcony seating looked especially appealing for reading or quiet study, with a good view over the café below. A place with plenty of character, and one I will be returning to again.

Love the Customer service! I go in all the time and ask for certain classic characters i dont have…read moreenough Issues on. Everytime they just get on the laptop n find me tons n store to purchase & enjoy! Thank you. I can honestly say no other store does this 4 me. Odd. But maybe i never ask. I just love Their vibe.

My first visit here in quite a while. I had attended one of their huge Cons years ago. Since I grew…read moreup in the area and collected comics for over 50 years, I was curious to see their new (to me) location. After a dizzying trip through traffic and construction I finally made it. It is certainly impressive being greeted by Spider-man battling Doc Octopus overhead. Tons and tons of comics, magazines, books, games, etc. So much to see hard to take it all in. The only thing I missed were the displays of beloved titles from the 1940s to 1960s. So I was told of a huge comic show in Boston and large stocks were sent up there. A very impressive store. Everyone was very helpful and answered questions that I had. I even brought a small box of my personal comics for them to look over. They liked the books and the condition and we agreed on a price for them. Very nice people and very pleasant atmosphere.

The cafe's menu may not be extensive, but everything is made with care with fresh ingredients, and…read moreserved with the highest level of hospitality! My favorites are the grilled turkey and Gouda on sourdough with tomatoes and onions, and the Japanese iced coffee. I have rented the event space for small groups for private film viewings. The staff are great to work with, and I love the cozy space. I also appreciate their event offerings, especially the singer/songwriter and comedy/improv events. This is a precious, unique spot in east Charlotte.

What do you mean there's a cute outdoor café with delicious (and affordable) drinks and food as…read morepart of a video rental store?? Amazing concept. Amazing people. Service was so so friendly. The space is lovely and welcoming. There are board games and a high chair for your little one. You don't feel rushed at all. You see a variety of different people. I loved my banana bread iced latte and turkey grilled cheese on sourdough. On a Thursday around noon, there were a couple tables occupied, so not full by any means, which was surprising given the perfect weather. This is the epitome of a gem and a place Charlotte needs to love, support, and keep around.