Barnes & Noble

Truthfully I stopped in here the other day because I had to pee after getting off the interstate and in my experience bookstores always seem to have clean facilities. This B&N lived up to that expectation, and pro-​tip: their bathroom is located in the back next to the children’s section, not next to the café where I’d assumed it would be.
Anyway, I had some time to kill before I had to run an errand in the area so I browsed for a bit. I read most of my books on Kindle nowadays so I hadn’t been in a physical bookstore in years! This B&N seemed well stocked but a bit under-​staffed. I tried to catch someone’s eye to ask where I could find the non-​fiction section but no one seemed interested in or able to help me so I found it myself with very little effort. The sections are organized pretty well and it wasn’t difficult to find what I was looking for – a NIV study bible (in pink, no less!)
I waited in line to pay for what felt like 5 minutes but maybe it wasn’t that long. They ended up calling someone to the front for backup and the line moved more quickly after that. My little pit stop here was unexpectedly productive and I left with something I’d been meaning to buy but did’t want to read on an e-reader/couldn’t commit to on an online store. I guess I should visit Barnes & Noble more often :)

Called ahead to reserve a book. They found it and held it for me. Most polite customer service both over the phone and in person. I’ll be going back.

I’ll make this short & sweet.
Pros:
— Convenient location
— Starbucks located inside (but without their full menu)
— Helpful, nice staff
— Decent kids reading area (for those who could benefit)
Cons:
— Busy location
— Hard to find parking
— Limited copies (2) of each book from my experience

Nice selection of books in a quiet, clean atmosphere. The staff are friendly and helpful. They didn’t have the book I wanted but were able to order it if I had wanted.
The Starbucks staff were friendly also. The cold drinks hit the spot for triple digit temperatures here.
The four stars are for not having the book I wanted or a massive variety like they use to. Otherwise great.

My son is on a minecraft kick and wanted a minecraft sword. *shrugs*. I’m still trying to figure out how to even play the game and he’s 5. A quick look at some other stores online, a minecraft sword was no where to be found. Luckily, Barnes & Noble saved a melt down and me having to hear him whine about not have a minecraft sword to fight the zombies with.
Anywho, I’ve bought books and movies from B&N before. I get my college books sometimes from here when they are cheaper than Amazon. Also a rewards member as well, so I get a discount every now and then.

Rude employee! We asked a question and her answer with attitude was just off putting. We promptly set down our merchandise and left the store. Maybe this Barnes and Noble doesn’t need loyal customers!

This is a great Barnes and Noble. I heard the news they are shutting down slowly. I really hope this location doesn’t! It is a great location t o the mall, shopping, food, and home. The place is large, quiet, clean, fast, very friendly service, and the café is delicious. Who doesn’t like starbucks?! :) lol!

Great place to study, meet someone or a great place to wait while wife is shopping near by.

I LOVE. period. Being in this bookstore is like being in heaven.

This is my favorite BnN to come to of all time. There’s ton of places to sit and study, a large café with real food (pizza, soups, sandwiches, bagels) and great customer service, whether you’re browsing the Nooks or ordering at the café.
I frequently sit here for 5 hours+ studying for class and no one has said anything or rolled their eyes at me. There’s a few plugs near the back of the café, and generally if you get there before 10 am, you are guaranteed one. Not as many students study here so people move in and out and few people stay as long as I do.
A great place to study.