I have now been to this location quite a few times. And been to numerous video game stores…read morethroughout Virginia. The store itself it's incredible. The selection will waver (as all vintage game stores do). But what they do have is extreme quality. They may be picky on what they will take on trade in but I value that as someone who likes to see some of the rarer items for sale. I truly don't know how they make the business work. You can go in here and look at there prices and a vast majority of the time it's cheaper than eBay. No need to price check/match. Plus you get there honesty that the games have been tested. The owners are some of the friendliest I have met in all of my reviews. Down to earth, nice, and willing to hold a conversation with you on about anything. A true gem of a business and a place I greatly admire. Would definitely recommend.

A used game shop that's clean, organized, well lit, and staffed by people that aren't snobs? Count…read moreme in.

Pro Camera is a bit of an unconventional camera/photo store because it's really a small retail…read morestorefront, behind which the main business is focused on camera repair. In the retail part you can buy a small to medium selection of film/digital cameras and supplies, but it's not the place to go for rack after rack of all the latest brands and models. They do have current offerings from a selection of digital brands for which they are dealers, but it's not huge. For film photographers like myself, again, they have a decent selection of film in various formats, but it's not as extensive as you'll find in larger stores. I try to buy my film from them when I can, because their pricing is the same as I can get anywhere and I want to support the small businesses that film photography absolutely depends on. The biggest threat to film photography's survival is the giant online retailers. Beyond the somewhat limited modern digital camera/lens selection, Pro Camera is one of the very few places you can buy expertly serviced film-era equipment or get your own properly serviced. I see on some of the other reviews people are complaining about pricing; well, in this area, you truly do get what you pay for. If you want a cheap film camera, go ahead and eBay it, but if you want a camera that will work properly and perform to factory specification for any length of time, the equipment at Pro Camera is a very smart investment. All the film cameras on their shelves in-store are expertly serviced, tested with very specialized instruments, and film-tested. In most film camera stores, little has been done other than a wipe-down and wind-and-click testing. Rarely does any store do professional testing with dedicated instrumentation; film-testing is pretty much unheard-of. Pro Camera is exceptional in this regard. By the way, the selection on their website is much smaller than in-store. I don't know why; I think it would be smart of them to offer all their gear for online purchase, but that's just me. The team behind the scenes at Pro Camera are world-class at servicing film cameras; it is rapidly becoming harder to find anyone even somewhat competent at this, and that makes it all the more extraordinary that they are playing a long-game and actually investing in expanding the number of technicians they have. I do camera repair myself and, as most camera repair technicians have done, I have sent my own equipment to a variety of others for repair. There's literally no one better than Pro Camera. And this brings me to my next point, the wait to get a camera serviced can be very long. That is a testament to how highly regarded Pro Camera's repair service is, among those who know the industry. So be prepared to pay what it's worth, and wait for it to take the time it's going to take, but getting it done right is worth it.

I want to support a local shop but with the prices and selection honestly you're better just…read moreordering stuff online.

I just got a bra fitting done at Derriere de Soie and it was such a positive and easy experience!…read moreMegan found some great bras based on what I was looking for (something for daily wear) and tailored it to my job! I liked how she was honest about what was working and what wasn't and finding me different options that I could pick and choose from. I loved the quality of the products that I tried on. Super pleased with my purchases. On my way out the door, I was browsing throughs some of their lingerie and shapewear - needless to say, I will definitely be back soon!

I have not been to the brick and mortar Derriere de Soie since I moved away from Charlottesville in…read more2016, but they have been amazing about being responsive and keeping my information on file when I needed it to recreate the one true bra experience I had there. The splurge of getting fitted and starting my bra life right was one of my few joys as I finished up my graduate work and the concomitant vow of poverty. Worth every penny and I hope to get back in for another fitting now that I have returned to the DC Metropolitan area post having and nursing 2 humans.

Wow! This store has an amazing selection of records, the best I've seen in a while. The prices…read morearen't too bad. Everyone's so helpful and nice there! Would recommend!!!

Tons of great vinyl to choose from! I got a great deal on some records I've been wanting for a…read morewhile. Employees were friendly and helpful, I'd visit regularly if I lived closer.

Do you like inexpensive used book hunting? Do you enjoy an old book smell? Do you want to chat with…read morea sweet, funny, knowledgeable employee who has been working at the same book shop for 40+ years? This is your place. A weird and wonderful selection of books both ancient and new, all priced so perilously low that you will have a problem not leaving with a large stack for under $30. Adorable in all aspects, this shop made me long for days I spent in my grandparents' library at their house as I grew up and kept me hunting in the stacks for almost an hour.

Great bookstore!! If you've never visited before: hardcovers are 50% of their original sales price…read moreand paperbacks are marked. The owner is always there working and can help you find any type of book you're looking for. There's an excellent selection in the History Room, especially if you're looking for interesting UVa or Virginia knowledge!

I've gotten books here for several years. It has a great selection of books and books on CD. I…read morealways leave with a couple of months worth reading. Great store.

I love this place. My son and I have been going there for years. Cozy and a great selection of good…read morereads. I haven't met a person working behind the counter that I didn't like. The staff is friendly and helpful. I'd much rather buy from this place than the Amazon and Borders. Worth supporting a small bricks and mortar store for tangible books. Going there today in fact. :-)

knowledgeable staff, not the largest selection, but well organized, conservatively graded and…read morereasonably priced. Definitely worth a visit.

Good mix of new & used records. Not a massive selection of used rock records, but a good amount of…read moreclassical and jazz makes up for that. They even had a couple crates of Broadway soundtracks the day we stopped in. Though we didn't look through them, you can also get CDs, cassettes and even 8-tracks here. The store itself is super crowded - narrow aisles, things precariously stacked about in places. Get more than a few people in here and it's hard to move around. It was also quite cold inside as they left the front door open (in January) the entire time we were there. The owner is fantastic and helpful and knows where his stock is. Prices vary and are generally pretty good - less expensive than other places in town, for the most part. Sidetracks will definitely be a stop for us any time we're in town.

Always great . Great folks and very knowledgeable. Great selection and convenient location .read more

Made a purchase at the Rio location, worked with Brittany, she was wonderful, very knowledgeable,…read moreand extremely pleasant to work with. She searched on line for me and found me a better deal than I could get from any big box supplier. I did not get the young mans name that was working when I went back to pick up my purchase, but he was very kind a pleasant to work with also, I believe he was the owners son. Over all great experience, will be my go to location for future purchases.