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Barnes & Noble

8.6 • Book store
😎 Cool
🛋️ Cozy
🤔 Interesting
🛋️ Comfortable
📚 Bookstore
🧘🏻‍♂️ Relaxing Spot
🕊️ Peaceful
😎 Chill
💻 Work Friendly
🤫 Quiet
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Kid Friendly
☕ Coffee
☕ Cafe
📚 Reading Spot
🕊️ Meditation Spot
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Large, modern bookstore features floor-to-ceiling bookshelves and a spacious layout designed by a master architect. Atmosphere feels cozy and welcoming, with comfortable reading spaces and an upscale Starbucks cafe offering pastries. Visitors often explore vast book selections alongside a notable vinyl record section.
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People are saying

"I loved the bookstore's wide selection of books."

"I found a quiet corner to sit and read."

"It's hard to find a relaxing spot because seating is limited and requires a purchase."

Good to know

1

A purchase is required to use the restroom.

2

You have to buy something to use the bathroom.

3

There is nowhere to sit except the cafe, which is only for cafe customers.

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Barnes & Noble
8.6
555 5th Ave, New York, New York, 10017, US
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