3.0

It's our remaining privately owned small bookstore in town but it's difficult to pay full retail knowing that I can get a discount at the larger chains. That being said the book selections are great,… more

Lena S.

2009-10-25

5.0

Books & Books is a great example of why local businesses are just better. They occupy a great location in the Gables business district, just across from the Colombian embassy. In just a few steps… more

Tim S.

2009-10-19

4.0

The store is huge! Employees are knowledgeable. I like it!PlusesComplete selection. I had been looking for a hard to find book. They had it.Nice and knowledgeable employees.Cafe that is not… more

Amber B.

2009-07-26

4.0

I'm not sure what I could say that hasn't already been said. I think Books & Books is the nicest bookstore in the area. I like that they bring in authors constantly. I love the personal attention you… more

Kelly O.

2009-07-01

5.0

i agree with Gabriel... the best bookstore in miami, hands down. the books are laid out in a way where you WANT to browse them, not just walk around kind of overwhelmed and confused and hey have… more

beccie f.

2009-06-25

4.0

Best bookstore in Miami, hands down. Friendly employees, great food, and events. All the time with the events. I always had the Chai. OMG the chai there. I wound up at a Stephanie Meyer Vampire Prom… more

Gabriel A.

2009-06-11

2.0

About the Cafe:It's a shame that they have good food but service is the slowest. It takes forever to do anything and one needs to have entire day to have a meal and drink there. They don't seem to be… more

Momoko S.

2009-05-29

4.0

I had been to Books & Books a few times before, but had never realized how nice it actually is! A friend and I went out for coffee last week and she suggested we pass by Books & Books to pick up her… more

Christina C.

2009-05-21

4.0

I love Books & Books. I remember asking for a job application at the old location when I was maybe like, thirteen or fourteen years old. Hey, I read Kafka. I read The Great Gatsby. What's up Kaplan?… more

dddavid g.

2009-05-21

5.0

With the economy tanking it, this is how I get some of my traveling in. I love to sit outside with a coffee or glass of wine and go on an adventure. The food is healthy and their specials are always… more

Crystal B.

2009-02-09

5.0

I love this bookstore and the cafe :-)Hubs and I attempted to get some work done at Barnes & Noble, then Starbucks, then I don't know where before we realized this little hidden gem was perfect for… more

Ivonne Marie C.

2009-01-28

3.0

Books and Books is smaller than I expected. The building plan roughly consists of 1/4 books, 1/4 tables, 1/2 cafe. I needed an Indian cookbook but their cooking section only consisted of a few… more

Mike S.

2009-01-19

4.0

I have been able to find very specific books on current hot topics here than I could find in some of the bigger book shops. It has a lovely comfortable set up if you want to be outdoors or inside. The… more

Michelle G.

2009-01-17

5.0

I'm a voracious reader and this is where I come when I want to find something new and interesting to read. If I already know what I need, I typically go to Amazon.com. But at Books and Books, I find… more

Cynthia M.

2009-01-03

4.0

I can only review this store as a shopper, I usually favor this bookstore because of the quaint environment and the helpful staff- Also, there is a lot to be said about the fact that they are an… more

Gustavo A. L.

2008-11-11

2.0

I got shushed at this book store more than once and I wasn't even being loud. I haven't been shushed since I was like 5, so I found it rather insulting. If they are going to have speakers and they… more

Ginger H.

2008-09-11

4.0

Read a book. Drink some coffee. Read some more. Have some food. Read some more. Have more coffee. Read some more. Get tired, go home and come back tomorrow and repeat.Books and Books has a little cafe… more

Torrey R.

2008-08-23

5.0

I love Books & Books. It's a beautiful bookstore in the heart of Coral Gables.Check out their website for a list of events. They have something going on every few days. I've got to try their cafe next… more

Nydia G.

2008-08-18

5.0

This review is specifically about the Cafe at Books and Books. A friend and I were trying to figure out where to go that was in Coral Gables, fast, simple, and good. Suddenly he had the brilliant idea… more

Maria A.

2008-07-31

5.0

The best looking bookstore you might ever see in FL. You'll know what I mean when you see it.If you're the type of person who loves to find that perfect homey coffee shop/small bookstore atmosphere,… more

Rob C.

2008-04-06

3.0

Nice bookstore and cafe, worth a visit if you're in the area.Best if your looking for a new book, the used section is limited with only a handful of really interesting items. I was disappointed in the… more

Jeff I.

2008-03-21

3.0

This is a super nice location. We came for a nice lunch and sat in their nice great outdoor patio seating area. Great menu! I had the mozarella, tomato, basil sandwich and my friend had the grilled… more

GLAD to be g ..

2008-01-24

5.0

Possibly the best bookstore you will go anywhere. Their staff loves to read books, they know books, and have a passion for books. They are very helpful and polite when speaking to a customer. The… more

Dan B.

2007-12-16

5.0

i must admit. i have not stepped one foot into barnes + noble or borders since entering books & books. my favorite books store anywhwere! it's shaped like a U with a big patio in the middle where… more

Liz T.

2007-11-07

5.0

Books & Books is a local institution that holds its own against the bookstore chains by its selection and ability to attract recognizable (and upcoming) authors on booktour sessions. You won't find… more

cindy w.

2007-09-11

4.0

I absolutely love Books & Books! I've only visited the Lincoln Road store so I'll speak about that one in particular. It has a great selection of books, not too overwhelming, great ambiance. Also,… more

Karen S.

2007-09-05

5.0

There are two locations for this store...the one here in Coral Gables (a more upscale area near the University of Miami) and the other down on Lincoln in South Beach. Both were recommended by a… more

Carrie R.

2007-02-05

5.0

Definitely the best independent bookstore in South Florida that can compete with Barnes & Nobles and Borders. While it is smaller than those chains, it is pretty big for a bookstore (at least the one… more

Jordan N.

2006-03-08

3.0

The BEST independent bookseller in South Florida!I give it only three stars because trying to get food there (they've got a GREAT cafe) on a Friday night can be excruciating. I recently went and… more

Eschel H.

2006-02-07