First - the heavy scent of incense here meant that I could not stay very long. If you have…read moreallergies to that sort of thing, heads up. However, I might try a future visit with a good mask to see if that lets me stay longer, because it looks like a really great and eclectic book selection. I saw several older ones that are hard to find. The store has lots of tiny nooks and crannies full of books that feels like a mini-adventure. This is definitely a "come get lost in a bookstore for a while" sort of place. I didn't see much signage and the one book I picked up did not have clear pricing on it so I'm not sure where they rank for that.

It is a magical space for those who love books and reading them. Every book you had possibly…read moreimagined reading (and hundreds you never thought of) are probably in this store. It is owned and run by Kalissa and her husband Vinny. They are kind and charming.

Westside Stories is the type of bookstore that you can't help but keep returning to, because it…read moretruly does deliver on those "stumbling upon a gem" moments, with the added bonus of crazy affordable prices for used books that are on the whole in great shape. They have a wide variety of genres, with a truly amazing volume of books fit into their modest shop. My favorite sections to peruse are their literature section (great way to fill out your home library with the classics at an affordable price) and a fun section towards the front called something to the effect of Interesting Lives (just what it sounds like - a well curated section to find someone's story that's sure to be captivating or meaningful, perfect for those like me who avoid non-fiction but would love the right biography or memoir). The staff is friendly but leaves you to browse at your leisure, and the atmosphere is great with the stacks to the ceiling and the chill music in the background. One element that's a great added bonus is their punch card system - spend $30 on used books and get $5 towards your next used book purchase. As if the place wasn't already more affordable than most other book retailers! If you're looking for that "I'm in the movie of my life, romantically browsing the stacks with chill music playing in the background, lost in the world of books" moment, Westside Stories is your place. And, if you're looking for a specific book it's worth a quick call to see if they have it in stock - better to put the money in a local pocket, and get the book used for a great deal.

I was surprised at the good selection available at this small bookstore - I found some treasures in…read morethe sci-fi / fantasy section and have my eye on several others. They also have a nice selection of stickers and some other fun book-themed goods (mugs, candles, etc) so it's a nice place to find gifts for a book lover. This isn't a place to spend hours in but well worth a stop (especially if you are also checking out Rust Belt across the street). Pricing is decent and staff is friendly.

Best place in WNY to enjoy a smoke! Great lounge, Very nice…read morepeople, and the employees are very friendly, welcoming and knowledgeable. tons of TV's free coffee and soda. The back of the store is Bocci,cornhole, a "very" reasonable bar both downstairs and up. Both the front and back are well laid out. Great price great location great experience!! I am a huge fan!

When I walked in there were 2 young girls (maybe late teens or very early 20s) talking with the guy…read moreworking there who was an orange-haired guy with umm...interesting.... facial hair in a hoodie. It wasn't very welcoming that all 3 stared at us. He was very short with us and acted like we interrupted something by being there. I was curious about joining their club and buying a sample pack. They were out of sample packs, didn't mention the lounge until I asked him if it was even open, and made zero mention of the club. I didn't even ask about club details because it wasn't the vibe I wanted to hang out in and spend money at with the welcome I got. He called another club for me to see if they had sample packs, was short with me, and was kind of like "be on your way so I can go back to whatever's going on with these girls" attitude.

Awesome place in a historic building. Owner is super friendly and has a great collection of comic…read morebooks, funkos and other collectibles. We ended up buying a couple of comic books. There is an ice cream and chocolate shop downstairs. Most comic books are $5. And then there a bins with special ones, saw ones in those bins $8-150. No AC as it's a super old building I think from the 1800s one of the last commercial storefronts. Has such charm. Very close to glen park. Can get ice cream then walk in the park to see the waterfall.

Incredible selection of comics and collectibles! The owner, Howard, was also fantastic; he knew…read morewhere everything was and what to look out for and made us feel so welcome. AND the ice cream downstairs at Sweet Jenny's is the best! Comics and ice cream, what a perfect marriage.

A small but packed local bookstore! I came looking for gifts and ended up becoming a member. Now…read moreI'll receive a discount on all my purchases here for the year. Every employee I interacted with was so friendly and helpful, and I appreciate that they offer to wrap gifts as well. In addition to books, they also carry stationary items like nice notebooks, calendars, and more. Highly recommend checking out if you enjoy reading or looking for a gift for a book lover in your life!

Great selection! I was especially happy with the fantasy and cookbook areas as I saw several…read morefavorites there as well as several on my to-read list. Aisles are clearly marked with genre so you can find your favorites quickly (or ignore the signs and browse everything!). I also loved the jar candles near the front counter, which have lids but you can take those off to smell the candles. Any of them lean toward a perfect "rainy day with a cup of coffee and a candle" vibe. Staff was friendly. The whole shop gives a very inclusive energy and made me feel comfortable and welcome. Parking is a challenge; find a parallel-parking spot down the street. (If you're familiar with the Elmwood area that will not be a surprise).

Band of Bards is a local publisher of comics and graphic novels. The space has two areas - one is…read morea shop with comics, graphic novels, books, and more. There is a larger area for event space and creative co-working space. Check them out, they do a lot of cool stuff and have an interesting and very unique book selection. Plus they host monthly drag shows on the First Friday! DIRECTIONS: Getting to the location is a bit of a challenge until you know where it is. This is on the second floor of the Pierce Arrow building. There are two doors with the building address on an awning above the door - use the one on the LEFT for the closest stairwell. Go down the hall past the restrooms, turn right and go through the glass doors, then go up the stairs. At the top of the stairs, turn LEFT then you should see the sign and doorway. (Accessibility: There is a freight elevator that people can use, but it must be unlocked by a building tenant so contact the shop and they can come green-light the elevator)

Very good selection of wines here, and for super reasonable prices. I also appreciate that when I…read moreneed to order wine to be delivered (through Drizly app), it almost always comes from Caputi and their customer service through that process has always been top notch. There was one time I made a delivery order and they didn't have the wine I requested, so they called me and gave me two different options, with a thorough description of each. I really appreciated that! They are also conveniently located right next to Consumers so if you're shopping for beer too, you can tackle both.

Always well stocked when I need something. Friendly owner & always helpful! Good prices & watch for…read moresales!

Cute little gem in downtown Lockport with lots of little gifts and home decor. The store is closed…read morefrom January to June. The parking was street parking from what I could tell. It literally is an old warehouse with little rooms with lots of cool findings. The prices were a little expensive in my honest opinion but you are supporting a local business opposed to a Hobby Lobby, so to me, that's worth the expense.