Analyzing 5,431,0375.4M ReviewsFor 14,62314.6K Experts
Google reviewers rate the store 4.9 out of 5 based on 4981 reviews, with the owner replying to none. Customers frequently praise the extensive inventory, knowledgeable staff, and on-site cafe, noting that the location serves as a hub for local authors and general browsing. Minor criticisms include specific complaints about coffee quality, an unpleasant odor affecting those with allergies, and isolated incidents regarding event management and product durability.
Data from Google, last updated October 27, 2026.
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“Nice vibes, lots of recommendations on the shelves, and the staff are real friendly.”
“Manager was nasty and rude when contacted about the issue.”
“Books are carefully wrapped to prevent damage, and the turnaround time is more than reasonable.”
“A basic bookstore with over priced trendy titles and cookbooks.”
“Highly recommend walking from downtown to experience the neighbourhood.”
“A great bookstore, not 5 stars only because of a somewhat limited sci-fi selection.”
“Fast forward to last week: I forgot they had put it on hold for me.”
“e thing to do is grab a matcha latte from the cafe and wander around slowly through the tall bookshelves, reading all of the recommended reading cards…”
“All top notch, all wonderful (coffee and cookie were amazing).”
“I'm not rich and flushing $30 down the drain because of a product that has flashy exterior but a poor quality interior is not okay with me.”
“One of my favorite places in Capitol Hill to be honest.”
“God atmosphere to read, nice coffee ☕️ outside is a bit shady but works .”
“I purchased a book online and I was so impressed by their communication, the way they packaged my book and the quick shipping!”
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Fav bookstore 📚 Impossible to leave without buying something. Love the staff recommendations. Yesterday’s mission was finding a Paris guide including a map w/my farther out lodging included {mission accomplished}
Nice vibes, lots of recommendations on the shelves, and the staff are real friendly. In particular I'd recommend the music section. They have a good variety of staples and newly published content there.
Elliott Bay Books is a Seattle gem, and an all around bibliophile's dream. You can find almost anything in-print you're looking for, and if they don't have it, they'll order it in. The location is wonderful - an old Capitol Hill warehouse with big old exposed timbers, a coffee shop, and a walkable location to amazing food, open spaces, and other great retail.
Awesome bookshop with amazing assortment and really kind staff. They have little cards calling out some books and was overall great atmosphere.
My wife's favorite book store.
Really unique and interesting title selection, good clearance
Stinks like a dog kennel. Not really safe for anyone who has animal allergies.
So many books! 🥹
Large store with books for everyone! Clean and modern, with a cafe in the back.
My favorite place to buy books
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