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Elliott Bay Book Company

101 S Main St
Seattle, WA 98104
Phone: (206) 624-6600
Fine Bookstore
5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended

04/19/2005 Posted by starcat1971

I love this bookstore. They have a great selection of artbooks and, well, every other kind of book too. The atmosphere is big and open and airy with creaky wood floors and staircases. As mentioned before, this is not a real comfortable place, but the quality of the book selection and featured titles is worth having to stand or kneel and read a little. My only significant complaint about this place is the staff. I found them to be a little pretentious and unfriendly. And when I made the mistake of asking if they offered discounts to Husky card (UW staff/student) holders, the cashier was incredibly snotty. Sorry I asked! Nonetheless, it's my favorite bookstore. I just don't count on the employees for any enthusiasm or warmth.

Pros: book selection, atmosphere, speakers

Cons: staff, a little cramped

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Editor's Review

This traditional bookstore looks huge, but stays intimate by giving equal attention to local readers and international writers.  See the full editorial review.

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Author events at Elliott Bay are always free and often feature literary giants. Snap up tickets for popular events a couple of weeks in advance.

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Parking

  • Metered
  • Street

Hours

  • Mon-Thu 10am-10pm
  • Fri-Sat 10am-11pm
  • Sun 11am-7pm

Payment Types

  • MasterCard
  • Discover
  • Check
  • Cash
  • Visa
  • American Express

Recognition for Elliott Bay Book Company

2006 Editorial Winner - Bookstore
2005 Audience Winner - Bookstore

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