Suggestions for Retail near Bloomsbury, London

Nina S. • February 17, 2017Cozy cafe in the basement with desserts and drinks! £3 for a dessert & a hot drink. Tasty vegan cake! And many books of course!

Anna • January 5, 2011It's like regular Waterstones, plus! Huge, universityish and crammed with new books on every conceivable subject, with the added bonus of an exciting remainders/2nd-hand section. Has a Fopp and Costa.

Ceecee M. • March 14, 2018This is the kind of bookshop I dream about: a well-curated array of literature and nonfiction run by the most genuine, warm people. Take the time to riffle through the used section for great deals.

Krystle L. • April 4, 2011Cosy bookstore, excellent collection of books. Cafe is always crowded though $;

Cindy T. • July 5, 2012Pleasant and helpful staff who will assist if what you seek are not stocked by them. They also sell beautiful leather casing for brushes.

Fraser M. • May 19, 2011Super friendly and knowledgeable staff. Any questions answered with enthusiasm

Gordon • September 25, 2010The Gazpacho soup in Meals is the best I have ever eaten - anywhere!

Thomas P. • March 14, 2016Very good quality of analog film scans. This is my one stop shop for my 120 films processing and vintage camera repairs!

Justin • May 31, 2016Large selection of used books, well laid out (sections for orange Penguins, classics, etc)

Andrew • October 13, 2015Newly refurbished (summer 2015), this branch is a total joy. Wide range of minimalist homewares and the usual stationary and random bits you never thought you needed...

Jing T. • February 4, 2011Buy the enoki mushrooms here and add to your stir fry or soup. Great texture and taste.

Ethan T. • December 6, 2015Get the venison burgers (either one of the two vendors are great). Everything else is fantastic too.

Diego P. • September 25, 2011Saturday Fare is really good. Food from several places in the world! Spanish Chorizo it's a must have!

Clare S. • February 22, 2014I love this bookshop. Whenever I visit London I always pop by to add more to my collection

Jason Q. • September 21, 2017Beautiful store and super friendly staff. Is very expensive £££

Filip H. • December 15, 2012Helpful, fun, knowledgeable staff. Great shop(s).

Stuart C. • August 8, 2021Great for a browse. Really brilliant selection of political books.

Can S. • June 14, 2018So much things to discover with a bargain price

Annie B. • October 4, 2011I love this place! I buy all my food here and occasionally treat myself to lunch. Veggie lasagne is great :)

Mr Bootle • September 17, 2015Great service. Quick and helpful. Great value for money too!

Maisie W. • January 24, 2016Lovely selection of gifts, including clothing, books, and homeward.

S A. • April 7, 2018Great selections and display pieces. You’d be hard pressed not to buy a set on the spot.

Rob D. • September 3, 2011Try the toothpaste section out, amazing variety to choose from. Top tip

Jon R. • October 5, 2024A great Middle-Eastern deli with lots of top quality products. The tahini is great. As is their chocolate babka and honey cake.

Travis E. • May 28, 2022Fun little museum in the basement of a camera store and cafe. £1 entry fee.

Dilek U. • September 3, 2014One of the competitors of Boots in the UK. Identical or very similar products compared to Boots.