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    Tattered Cover - Colfax Avenue

    4.3 (295 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Jenny L.

    Extremely large book store with a variety of seating available. There's a coffee shop attached to the store as well in the back with another entrance. I could definitely stay a whole day here

    Heather S.

    If you know, you know. If you don't, you should. What a delectable place to find a book, sit and read, or even a place to get lost in the endless maze of books. Wall-to-wall, ceiling to ground...books. More than likely, they have what you are looking for and if not they can get it. If you love the smell of books and the creak of an old floor, your heart (and time) will be stolen here.

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    Monika B.

    I love bookstores. I love how cozy this one is specifically. You could spend hours here with the selection they've got. They also have a great used section!

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    Bennett P.

    First visit after Barnes & Noble bought Tattered Cover out of bankruptcy. This is Tattered Cover's largest bookstore which was formely the Bonfils Henry Lowenstein Theatre. The book racks are fuller but the magazine section is thin. The checkout person said they had changed vendors and they expect more variety soon. The in-house Best Cellars Cafe is still welcoming with separate seating with hot & cold drinks with food. Plenty of staff and patron recommendations for book purchases. Scattered chairs throughout, but they do not prohibit seating on the carpeted floor. There is a lower floor, primarily children's books. The have carpeted stairs and an elevator. Restrooms on both floors require an access code. I saw a sign at the west door that they validate parking at the next door parking garage attached to the Sie Film venue. Short term parking on the south side and free street parking nearby. The east door entrance shares a lobby with Sap Sua, a Vietnamese restaurant. The checkout person said they are integrating the Tattered Cover and Barnes & Noble rewards programs.

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    Micah R.

    The Tattered Cover Bookstore and Cafe (Colfax loxation). Great place to grab a coffee, light snack and books. A local Barnes & Nobel with a more hometown feel. Stay and relax. When you're done go to the old school record shop 5 steps away that shares a pedestrian sidewalk.

    David B.

    I love bookstores. And Tattered Cover should have been no different. What's not to love? New and used books in a spacious former theater in central Denver. Plenty to see. Lots to do. Books to buy. Right? Wrong. Tattered Cover has fallen victim to the scourge of political correctness and the result is a disappointing overabundance of unreadable tripe compounded by empty shelves and a horrible 'selection' of books. Shameful.

    Veronica B.

    I visited the location at the Stanley Marketplace and wanted to write a review but unfortunately they don't exist on Yelp yet so here we go! This was not my first visit nor will it be my last, every time I've been greeted very warmly. Last week I went in and bought a few books for my nephew and had to place an order to get a specific book for my niece. My sister and her family lost their home in the Marshall fire and I wanted to start replacing the books the kids lost. When I went to pick up my niece's book I told them the reason for the purchase the staff shared their condolences and even provided a discount which was incredible kind. Thank you to your staff.

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    I'm so dissatisfied with my visit here today. i come in here often but todays experience was terrible. i go to the café to get a chai and i get my whole cup FILLED WITH ICE!!! i paid $6.06 for a LARGE and i got 3 SIPS out of my beverage. This is mind boggling and ATROCIOUS!!! Their customer service is horrid and their attitude is beyond me. They're very disrespectful and overpriced. Dont bring your families here EVER. Look out for the one with the man bun. Pure disrespect. If i could give them 0 stars... I WOULD. They also use lots of vulgar language and racial slurs.

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    Joanna J.

    Best bookstore in Colorado. Don't miss going downstairs also, to see a huge selection of books by independent, Local Colorado Authors!

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    Such a great bookstore! Huge selection, cozy reading spots, and a great place to relax while checking out the city

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    Very cute little bookstore, very knowledgeable staff! Had a very nice selection of books as well.

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    It's a good bookstore, with a nice vibe. They have a comprehensive collection and will do special orders.

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    4 years ago

    It's a bit difficult to find parking at this location, but Tattered Cover us a nice cozy spot to get your read on!

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    My favorite bookstore ever. There are so many books on the shelves! I love the used sections in the basement! Staff are helpful.

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