bookstores.

McNally Robinson Booksellers LLC

Expert Reviews of McNally Robinson Booksellers LLC

Citysearch | The literarily inclined grab lattes and hit the books at this hip-yet-homey Nolita bookstore.

The bargains lie in the basement, but you'll shortchange yourself if you don't browse through the hip staffers' selection of must-reads on the first floor. Books on everything from architecture and...
citysearch.com - expert review - 05/30/2006
Full Review »

User Reviews of McNally Robinson Booksellers LLC

Yelp.com Review - by Alli J.

5.0 of 5 stars. I go to this bookstore at least once a week - I just love it. I much prefer supporting independent bookstores to the giants. They have a fantastic selection of books and magazines and they oftentimes…
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Mondo K.

2.0 of 5 stars. no free wifi at mcnalley's!!! as of 9/13/08 thats right folks, you gotta pay to get the mcnalley wifi!!! you gotta purchase sumthin' at their cafe to get the password-du- jour to get on their wifi!!!…
yelp.com - user review - 09/13/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Matthew S.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've worked in a variety of bookstores in my life: independent new, independent used, big ridiculous big box chains both in NYC and middle America. And I've visited even more in my travels. I'd rank…
yelp.com - user review - 09/10/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Grace T.

4.0 of 5 stars. I've been patronizing McNally Robinson Bookstore almost since it opened a few years ago. A very good independent bookstore, with a varied selection of books and decent cafe. I wish that the Customer…
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by john b.

4.0 of 5 stars. How can you walk past this wonderful bookstore and not come in and poke around? If you love to read, you can't.There's always something of interest on their thoughtfully edited shelves. History,…
yelp.com - user review - 07/27/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lauren L.

5.0 of 5 stars. this is probably my favorite bookstore on the planet. it's the perfect place to head with no agenda, wander, and leave with new books/good finds. they have a fairly wonderful magazine section too. i'm…
yelp.com - user review - 07/13/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Erica B.

4.0 of 5 stars. I haven't found a bookstore I loved in a long time. The other day, whilst shopping in Soho, I stumbled upon this gem. Not only are the books organized in an aesthetically pleasing manner, they have…
yelp.com - user review - 07/09/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Emma N.

3.0 of 5 stars. This is a great bookstore for people who are not actually that interested in books. I don't mean that in a critical way; I just mean that McNally Robinson is more about promenading around and sitting…
yelp.com - user review - 07/05/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by brian j.

5.0 of 5 stars. i went to the bathroom (after an hour of sitting and not purchasing) to discover myself alone in a forest. who knew about this hidden gem in Manhattan.
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Micaela L.

5.0 of 5 stars. McNally Robinson is one of my favorite bookstores in the city. I always try to support independent bookstores, and it's not hard to do so when they are as lovely as McNR. The selection of books is…
yelp.com - user review - 05/22/2008
Full Review »

Great bookstore!

It's so nice not to go to a Barnes and Noble. The store has a great table of manager's picks in the front. I have found some great books that I wouldn't have read otherwise.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/07/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jenny F.

4.0 of 5 stars. 4.5 stars. This is a great place to surf the web free on your laptop if you have a fully charged battery! Great magazine and book selection, nice coffee shop with lots of seats. And a restroom with…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Julia N.

5.0 of 5 stars. Great independent bookstore and tasty cafe, rolled into one. Some indie bookstores are woefully small and cramped, but McNally's has a good deal of space which it uses well, filling with a broad…
yelp.com - user review - 04/21/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Christina M.

5.0 of 5 stars. Reasons why I now love this bookstore: 1. 10 % off books read by book clubs meeting at their Prince street location.
yelp.com - user review - 03/13/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Tim M.

5.0 of 5 stars. I fell in love over the weekend. We only spent one evening together, but that was all it took. It was a blind date, set-up by a mutual friend. After the pre-requisite Google "research", I resolved…
yelp.com - user review - 03/10/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Andrea L.

3.0 of 5 stars. I feel obligated to like this place mostly because the Barnes & Noble at Astor Place is so frightening. But it's managed to be out of every book I've ever gone there to look for. It's always full of…
yelp.com - user review - 03/08/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by April A.

5.0 of 5 stars. i like studying at this place. plenty of seats and friendly people who will move over to make space. the fact that they serve tea in those heavy tea pots so it stays hot is so great! just don't sit…
yelp.com - user review - 03/05/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sara R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Obviously doesn't have the variety and selection of, say, a Barnes n Noble...but for a smaller bookstore, it's wonderful. Upon entering, the tables of "featured" books both new and old will plenty…
yelp.com - user review - 02/11/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lisa R.

4.0 of 5 stars. A very cool bookstore indeed, but I am giving my review for their awesome bathroom. I felt like I walked into a Robert Gober art installation. From the 70's photographic "forest" wallpaper, to the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by K Tempest B.

4.0 of 5 stars. Bookstore: 5 stars / Cafe: 3 stars I love independent bookstores that rock and McNally definitely rocks. I love their selection and beautiful store and the author events are fantastic. I spend far…
yelp.com - user review - 01/28/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Melissa S.

3.0 of 5 stars. I accidentally wandered in here when I was lost in Soho. I figured that if I couldn't find what I was looking for, I might as well find a good book. Although I did not find what I was looking for…
yelp.com - user review - 01/08/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lily H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Independent bookstore with a fresh, clean aesthetic. They really know how to place books so that they catch the eye.
yelp.com - user review - 01/03/2008
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Snezan C.

4.0 of 5 stars. To the coffee shop, thank you for the carefully made beverages accompanied by apologetic smiles. To the bookstore, thank you for having a selection based on employee interests and peer evaluations…
yelp.com - user review - 12/28/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sara C.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is the only 'traditional' bookstore in Manhattan I really like. I say traditional in order to separate them from more specialist shops or used bookstores, of which there are plenty, and of…
yelp.com - user review - 12/16/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Alyssa G.

4.0 of 5 stars. even though MR is apparently a canadian chain, it definitely has an indie bookstore feel.
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Tori K.

4.0 of 5 stars. Had a lovely pot of lemon ginger tea once I finally got a seat in the modest sized cafe. Lots of European tourists on the weekends-less crowded during the week. Nicely laid out space, clean and…
yelp.com - user review - 11/18/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Nick D.

1.0 of 5 stars. Independent booksellers can't compete on selection, or price, so you'd expect them at least to offer better and more personal service. Think again. When buying a book on Sunday, I was counting out…
yelp.com - user review - 11/07/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Winston C.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is a review for the cafe -- haven't explored the bookstore enough to have a worthwhile opinion. Sunlight supposedly makes us happy before it burns our skin. Clearly there's truth in this, because…
yelp.com - user review - 10/03/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Srini V.

5.0 of 5 stars. Seriously, IIIII VV
yelp.com - user review - 09/27/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Grace S.

4.0 of 5 stars. Come here to do work sometimes... Free Wi-fi. Yummy teas, coffee, treats. Clean and Bright space.
yelp.com - user review - 09/17/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sara Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. I have only been to this bookstore once, but it was a great experience and makes me want to go back when I am in the area. I attended their Harry Potter release party for adults, and it was super…
yelp.com - user review - 08/13/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Kristin N.

4.0 of 5 stars. Its another one of those little diversion areas that is divided and away from the surge of crowds shopping in Soho. A nice little getaway from all that. Its like Barnes and Noble but "abridged". No…
yelp.com - user review - 08/12/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jodi B.

5.0 of 5 stars. I love bookstores. They're some of my favorite places to peruse on a lazy day and I could (and sometimes do) spend hours and hours just walking around and basking in the book glory. That said, I'm…
yelp.com - user review - 08/09/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Soppressata Z.

4.0 of 5 stars. this place makes me feel calm and happy and i could browse here for hours. there's no bustle, it's quiet, and the lighting is perfect. it looks a little more commercial than some indie stores, but…
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Jen D.

5.0 of 5 stars. Aside from St Marks Bookshop, this place is my favorite privately owned book store. I even found one of my favorite European music mags here. Amazing! Store is very clean and the staff are super cool.…
yelp.com - user review - 07/02/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Nate G.

5.0 of 5 stars. A book store I enjoy to wander in. A great place to have coffee or tea.
yelp.com - user review - 06/12/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Spence H.

5.0 of 5 stars. Doggie alert: This wonderful independent bookstore allows you to bring your dog inside with you -- reason alone to abandon Barnes and Noble!
yelp.com - user review - 05/30/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Ameena G.

5.0 of 5 stars. Quite the fabulous indy bookstore (reviews below say it all). They also have a wonderful selection of New York City postcards - not kitschy and not too artsy either. Just the right amount of NYC cool.…
yelp.com - user review - 03/15/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sam P.

5.0 of 5 stars. A testament to the fact that indy bookstores don't have to be grungy and disorganized (are you listening, Shakespeare and Co.!?). This sleek, clean, stylish bookstore smack in the heart of Soho is a…
yelp.com - user review - 02/15/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sooj O.

4.0 of 5 stars. Good, general serious bookstore. I've browsed here a few times on weekend afternoons after long strolls through Soho. And it's a wonderful respite from all the Soho trendiness. Great art section.…
yelp.com - user review - 02/08/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Chippers T.

4.0 of 5 stars. Great place. Willing to order anything. The guys downstairs actually read and know a significant amount about books--something you won't find at Borders.
yelp.com - user review - 02/07/2007
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Ori G.

5.0 of 5 stars. Don't let the slick facade fool you--this bookstore is old-school. The books on the table are thoughtfully selected by the staff as is the interesting collection of magazines (heavy on design, art,…
yelp.com - user review - 12/20/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Molly T.

5.0 of 5 stars. I'm looking forward to visiting this bookstore again and also their cafe. It's a perfect place to browse or pick up a McSweeney's title. I felt right at home.
yelp.com - user review - 11/12/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Lise C.

4.0 of 5 stars. This is place is pretty pleasant, and you don't feel conspicuous looking at the fiction section instead of the anarchist section like when you go to St. Marks, but I have two little problems: The steps…
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Heath R.

5.0 of 5 stars. Last night on the way home, I got turned around after getting off the subway at Spring Street. Downtown, I can get lost easily, what with the off-the-grid streets and unclear sight lines to gauge…
yelp.com - user review - 11/03/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Susannah R.

4.0 of 5 stars. I'm happy there's a great independent bookstore in my neighborhood. The books are organized by country of author. They have great displays and are open until 10 pm on weekdays. I give it a 4 only in…
yelp.com - user review - 06/10/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by lisa S.

4.0 of 5 stars. My friend loves this place and in her unemployed days would spend hours here, looking at books, using the wireless and drinking coffee from the cafe. I never really understand her love for it until I…
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Susan S.

5.0 of 5 stars. Long live the independent bookstore. Not only do they offer all of your literary and paperie must-haves, they also have a great little cafe inside.
yelp.com - user review - 01/01/2006
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Li M.

4.0 of 5 stars. Yeah, it's quaint and nice...like the hundreds of other independent bookstores in NYC. Only they've got a TEA HOUSE. Pretty damn cool and it sets them apart from Shakespeare and Co. I love the…
yelp.com - user review - 12/10/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by Sarah B.

5.0 of 5 stars. Awwww, my neighborhood bookstore. Thank God for them. Low-key, calm and collective cafe, occasional book readings, and beautiful homemade cards if you know someone whose birthday is coming up.
yelp.com - user review - 10/04/2005
Full Review »

Yelp.com Review - by r. g.

5.0 of 5 stars. The big chain bookstores are impressive but a real independent bookstore in the neighborhood is warm and comforting. They make an effort to have a broad enough range of titles to appeal to anyone…
yelp.com - user review - 09/30/2005
Full Review »

A literary oasis surrounded by bars and clothing stores...

The big chain bookstores are impressive but a real independent bookstore in the neighborhood is warm...
judysbook.com - user review - 08/20/2005
Full Review »