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Barnes & Noble
Waterworks Mall, 926 Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15238, United States
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Br
Review №1

Renee is amazing. What a wonderful person. Renee always helps me find what I need. Also, Thea was at the cash drawer, and she was a gem of a person as well. I love B&N. I frequent the one in Cranberry and the one at Waterworks at least once a week each...if not more. So thankful for such a great bookstore. Also, there is something to be said about books in tangible or non-digital form. Hoping for many years more at this location.

gr
Review №2

Excited that theres still a B&N here that hasnt gone entirely to toys and things over books. Very relaxing and welcoming location!

Ca
Review №3

Excellent and the person that helped me was patient, helpful and very knowledgeable, thank you! He was very kind.

Da
Review №4

I absolutely love this Barnes & Noble..When I walk into this store I cant leave..I find myself browsing for an our or more..I love the set up in this place everything is so easy to find..They also have a Starbucks Coffee where you can log onto free internet or read a book..And, the Staff here are kind, knowledgeable & helpful..Love this Barnes & Noble..😁

De
Review №5

Great store and an amazing selection. I know people dont go and buy books like they used to, but sometimes it is better to hold the physical book than just a digital book

Do
Review №6

Solid location. Same as any other B&N, which is good.

Ch
Review №7

Amazing variety of books and other items! Friendly and helpful staff!

Ju
Review №8

It is a wonderful store. They have the world in the store. Anything u would want to read about!!!

In
Review №9

Glad its here great for new release books. But really wish theyd update there Gundam section more often. The shelf is almost always mostly empty and what is there is the same stuff there months before

Di
Review №10

Loved the books and manga a bit expensive but I understand

Ty
Review №11

Forget your local bookstores with their limited collections and not anime tiddies. Bow down to your lords Barnes & Noble.

Ka
Review №12

Its a book store. Need I say more? Books are my happy place and with amazon there arent a lot of brick and mortar stores left. Always a pleasure going to my happy place!

Ki
Review №13

Bathrooms are gross! Store is laid out nicely and the staff are very nice and helpful.

Ma
Review №14

Lots of books to choose from. The helpers really know their stuff!

Ri
Review №15

Able to get in, find what I wanted, and out with good price

Sa
Review №16

They sell books! Thats a hard thing to find these days.

Az
Review №17

Fantastic selection of content every time I go

Ja
Review №18

Super clean and organized book store, great pricing and a starbucks cafe inside!

Tr
Review №19

I was able to find what I was looking for, which an employee helped me. I walked all over the store, but couldnt find the book. Helpful workers and very pleasant. Great experience.

Ch
Review №20

Smells like books! Fun place to browse and make selections with help from the always friendly staff

Pa
Review №21

Great service! I went in looking for an oddball item, inquired at register and before I knew it 3 people were at the ready looking for me. The computer listed no inventory, but undiscouraged a staff member located what I needed. Thank you, to the staff!

Rh
Review №22

Very helpful staff! People actually asked you if you were finding everything ok, instead of you roaming around looking for someone to help you.

Ke
Review №23

Nice store,very helpful sales people.

Aa
Review №24

Amazing slection. Friendly staff. Great Starbucks. Wonderful location. I loved the cook book section.

Ka
Review №25

Nice book store. Dont see these being around much in the future. Great place to browse for books and gifts.

Ry
Review №26

Nice and big, staff arent the friendliest, but it is Fox Chapel its expected...

Pa
Review №27

Best selection of a brick and mortar store for general publications. Following COVID-19 guidelines fairly well: had hand sanitizer at front door, and required masks to enter. Store was not overly crowded, and all employees wore masks.

St
Review №28

Staff help me out with my book list. Knew the store like the back of his hand. Very enjoyable visit.

A
Review №29

Nice selection. Displays were helpful. Good prices. Helpful employees.

Di
Review №30

As usual beautiful store

Ha
Review №31

Helpful staff

Ba
Review №32

Wonderful atmosphere and helpful staff!

Ke
Review №33

Im not a fan of this Barnes and Noble. The selection is not as big

Da
Review №34

Great store with wide selection and pleasant atmosphere. Has Starbucks coffee and recently reopened seating area.

Ro
Review №35

Excellent selections of books.

St
Review №36

Books upon books,fictional and pretty much on any topic you could think of they probably have something on it.

K8
Review №37

I love this place!! If you need a gift, you’ll find it here. I do all of my shopping for those hard-to-shop-for people at Christmas, here.Support local!!

Vo
Review №38

Great customer service! helped find exactly where the book i was looking for was!

Am
Review №39

Awesome. Have everything. Fun just to be there.

Ja
Review №40

Found the book I was looking for and got some great suggestions for the future!

Ma
Review №41

I love the fact that theres at least one actual book store still around. Disappointingly, they usually dont have in stock anything I go in there specifically looking for, but browsing is still fun. Im also disappointed that they have taken away almost all of the comfy seating places, and the cafe duties have been sold to Starbucks, of which Im not a big fan.

He
Review №42

Excellent place to shop

Al
Review №43

Its nice to check out all the books your looking for

Ti
Review №44

Pretty typical of Barnes and Noble locations around here. This one is conveniently next to a Giant Eagle. If I lived in this neighborhood Id have a hard time not picking up a new book and then enjoying a brew in the GE cafe next door!

Wa
Review №45

Stopped by Barnes & Noble to browse around. Like most B&N stores, this one doesnt disappoint with plenty to look at. I always hit up the bargain section first as there is lots of good deals. I recommend a stop if youre in the area.

Sa
Review №46

Nice place to hang out. Good customer service. Could use more comfy armchairs.

Jo
Review №47

Im not really a book person but the service was great

Se
Review №48

Always a pleasure to go to Barnes&Noble. This place is like a spa for the mind that enables anyone to travel to anywhere, anytime, anyplace. As you browse and find the books that capture your imagination or your interests. Now to enjoy a hot or cold cup of tea/coffee/chai/frappe/latte and sit down. There is something to be said about the mind, body, spirit and, soul thing people all over the world are trying to achieve. Searchers search no more....It is here, at Barnes&Noble and has been here the whole time. For those coming for the first time, to pick up that one book, journal, how to guide,or just that perfect card or gift, take a moment to simply be. Stop and enjoy. I promise great things are going to come your way. A trip to Barnes&Noble is a dream come true.

Ma
Review №49

I love Barnes & Noble, even though, I do most of my reading by ebook, I still stop in every time Im near it. I try to find something to buy, because I really dont want to see it close. And it just so happens the staff at this store a wonderfully helpful.

Ed
Review №50

Got the latest edition of a magazine that I read. Unfortunately, they cant get the 2 issues that I wanted previouly but could not get because of Covid-19.

Ro
Review №51

The people are so nice and helpful!

Mi
Review №52

Clean, quiet and such a variety of books!

WB
Review №53

This is probably better than most Barnes and nobles Ive been to

La
Review №54

Wonderful bookstore

Am
Review №55

It has been a while since I visit a bookstore after shopping for my readings online.But that day I decided to stop in since I just missed a movie and had the extra time to spend while I wait for the next showing.I was pleasantly surprised how cozy and welcoming this Barnes & Noble store is. There were nicely decorated sitting stations with each having their own verities of designs and deco. I felt comfortable to browse around and select a few books to skim the summaries before settling on the ones I like and ended purchasing!

Ja
Review №56

Its a big Barnes and Noble. Nothing against that, they have a very appealing setup and brand, and in todays online world it is a relief to still have places that offer niche tactile products. But still, its a big Barnes and Noble.

Ry
Review №57

Nice book store but whats up with the seats? Only one comfortable chair to read on and its right next to the coffee shop where everyone is talking

Ma
Review №58

Very helpful with finding books, just had to wait five minutes to checkout.. would have been five stars

Do
Review №59

Great books! Finally got my crossword puzzle. Had the best soup there! Great place to spend a day

De
Review №60

We enjoy visiting this store, so much to see and read under one roof. We never leave this book store empty handed.We go there when we have nothing to do, meets our enjoyable time spent.Get off the couch and go...

Ge
Review №61

A premier book store. Pleasant cafe.

Mi
Review №62

Miraculously still in business. DVD section is oved and reduced in size. Starbucks still in operation. Usual excellent selection of books. Great staff. The facility is still in good shape, neat and clean. The Kindle kiosk is gone or possibly I just missed it.

Ch
Review №63

This is a terrific place to buy books, music, and movies! The staff is very knowledgeable and helpful. Rather than telling me where I might find a book they took me there. They also had a movie that I had been searching for in stores for a week. It was a pleasure to find a classic movie in a store rather than having to order it online. The store staff know the inventory very well and when they dont have a book or other item, they are more than happy to order it and have it sent home or to the store, whatever I prefer.

an
Review №64

This Barnes & Noble at the Waterworks Plaza is a pretty good one. They have a decent selection of books, gifts, music & collectables in stock. If you cant find what youre looking for in stock, theres an information desk with not only a computer to search for what you need but also, an actual person is usual there at the desk to help you as well.I went in to look for collectables, their selection is actually one of the best around.What I dont like about all Barnes & Nobles is their rewards program. I personally think noone should have to pay any fee to join a rewards program. It considerably cuts into what you get out of the program.

Co
Review №65

I have had wonderful experiences here so far, with a great staff and plenty of selection, this location is sure to have what you are looking for! One of the locations that still has a music/multimedia section set aside with great selection as well.The area is always busy (The Waterworks Mall) but there is plenty of parking and lots of other shops around for you to get your one-stop-shop taken care of.

Go
Review №66

Always good service and friendly staff. The only down side is the Starbucks is not a Corp store so you cant use your card or get stars. But still the same great drinks.

Li
Review №67

Love how wide the sale section for books is. Ive always found something I liked! Recently picked up Small Great Things by Jodi Picoult from the sale section.

va
Review №68

Thea... was Awesome...so very helpful...Even set up my Client in one Year membership...and She Saved my client money... with also ..coupons savings of 60.00...TWO THUMBS UP...She also looked up...A Figi guide book to have ordered and sent to my clients home...OUTSTANDING..

Je
Review №69

I visit this location frequently and am seldom disappointed. This store supplies a wide variety of book and magazines, as well as other interested pop culture collectibles. The store is well organized and a nice place to get a drink or snack while shopping. If youre looking for new products and a generally tidy shop, this one will please you. The only complaints I ever hear involve cranky consumers that cannot use their Starbucks card at the cafe. Please keep that in mind and remember that this is not something the cafe workers can control.

Al
Review №70

Living between two Barnes and Nobles, we often compare this one to the Cranberry location and this one comes out on top. They seem to have more variety and I just prefer the layout of the store more. The staff is friendly to us and our toddler and lets us know of special deals and sales going on. We definitely get our memberships worth here.

St
Review №71

They have a nice selection of books and a great store layout.

De
Review №72

The staff isnt great but the selection is good

Ka
Review №73

Wandered around, picked up books put them down. Love books!

Ro
Review №74

Great selection of Legos!

Ch
Review №75

I needed a very specific book. I was pleasantly surprised that they had it in stock. The salesfloor rep was extremely helpful directing me to the section. The price was reasonable, so I bought two (one for myself and the other for a gift).

Sh
Review №76

I was looking for a couple of books the employees were helpful and they even have a coffee shop in there

Mi
Review №77

Wonderful place to just browse or look for something in particular. The staff are friendly and knowledgeable. Always a great for just spending time .

Ro
Review №78

Love this location. Helpful and friendly staff. Nice Starbucks inside too.

El
Review №79

Great place to walk around in but their prices cant really compete with online options.

MI
Review №80

Black History Month display was disappointing

Sa
Review №81

If books stores want to stay in business they better start competing price-wise. I love book stores, however Im not going to pay 3x the price for the same book I can get elsewhere.

Ti
Review №82

This is a great store! Great layout and great cafe, situated in a nice little corner of the mall. This store is big with plenty of room to browse and get lost in the books, etc.

Na
Review №83

Love their book selection. Their recent specialty toy section addition is great. I love stopping in for Starbucks, magazines aaaaaand books!

St
Review №84

I would give 5 stars but its just a Barnes and nobles.

Na
Review №85

So happy to still have a brick and mortar bookstore to visit. The newly updated toy, game and collectible area is phenomenal!

Pa
Review №86

Very clean. Organized. Great selection. Sales. Coffee

Cl
Review №87

I love the childrens corner. My sons will have my love of reading, hopefully...

Sa
Review №88

Nice book store. We always find what we are looking for!

Ro
Review №89

Good service

Le
Review №90

Good if youre looking for relatively newer books or just browsing.

Sa
Review №91

There just arent enough of these places left anymore. God Bless Amazon but I miss being able to go to a bookstore, sit in a comfy seat, and browse some books.This place is great.

Sa
Review №92

It was very clean and well organized. The employees were very helpful. The only reason for only four stars is the subtle attitude from some of the employees. Condescension isnt attractive.

Ro
Review №93

Barnes and noble is the best. Books and tea and great employees. My favorite store.

Ka
Review №94

Awesome

Ca
Review №95

I love Barnes and Noble because they have such a great selection of books!

Ti
Review №96

Nice Barnes and Nobles. Staff is especially welcoming and the store is clean. A great place to hang out or buy books and toys.

NF
Review №97

Lovely place to shop!

Mi
Review №98

Probably my favorite store. I also love the cafe.

Ai
Review №99

Were very kind. Has a cafe. Near 3 bus stops. Has LOTS of Harry Potter stuff. Carries the game Cards Against Humanity and many more. Got the full set from here. Big parking lot also. HUGE bookstore inside.

Dr
Review №100

Favorite place to hide in peace, while escaping while reading a good book...48 Laws Of Power. Get the book

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  • Address:Waterworks Mall, 926 Freeport Rd, Pittsburgh, PA 15238, United States
  • Site:https://stores.barnesandnoble.com/store/2898
  • Phone:+1 412-781-2321
Categories
  • Book store
  • Cafe
  • Childrens book store
  • Hobby store
  • Toy store
Working hours
  • Monday:9AM–8PM
  • Tuesday:9AM–8PM
  • Wednesday:9AM–8PM
  • Thursday:9AM–8PM
  • Friday:9AM–8PM
  • Saturday:9AM–8PM
  • Sunday:10AM–7PM
Service options
  • Curbside pickup:Yes
  • Delivery:Yes
  • In-store pickup:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible entrance:Yes
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • NFC mobile payments:Yes
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