Yes, we are the crazy family that drove half way across the country, stopped in here, bought $300 worth of books & had to SHIP them back home! What were we thinking? We were enraptured by the darling decor, the quirky personality & amazing selection of books that awaited our visit! If I could find a way to convince my... More

I love their new space. I was a bit worried, because it doesn't always work - one place does not "translate" well to another. But this time - success! And the same excellent people are there to give the best recommends. It's funny, because I always go in there and find something I did not even know I was looking... More

After being located at 101 S Main for all my life, Elliot Bay Books moved recently and potential visitors should be aware that they are now located at 1521 10th Avenue Seattle WA 98122! You will not find them in Pioneer Square or get to experience the original ambiance. That said, Capitol Hill is a great neighborhood and the book... More

We checked out the Elliott Bay Book store while we were visiting Seattle. I really liked the big wooden staircase and it felt like a nice old store. Despite being completely packed, I felt pretty relaxed there. Worth checking out for sure. I especially liked the tags sticking out from the books that were recommended by staff. More

Elliott Bay Book Company is the quintessential bookstore. Situated in Seattle's historic Pioneer Square neighborhood, it occupies a warm, charming space with weathered brick and weathered wood. Floors may creak a little underfoot as you browse new or used books in their extensive and thoughtfully chosen collection, including scholarly books, mass market volumes and books of regional interest, to name... More

There is something for everyone in this old and beautiful bookstore. If you are a book lover you will most definitely enjoy visiting the Elliott Bay Book Company ... just make sure to leave yourself plenty of time because you are likely to get lost in the stacks. More

Well - being a book fan - what can I say? I could have spent days in this store! I actually didn't, but I could have. Actually, I only made it to the front section and within minutes had my arms almost full of books. I stopped at the suggestion wall - see photo - and boy, am I glad... More

I bought some great books here based on employee reviews which are posted helpfully and frequently. Go downstairs and get something in the "Frasier" coffee shop. I had lunch which was good. More

There were so many books here that you can not find anywhere else. I could have spent at least a day looking around but the weather outside was too nice for that. This is definitely a place to stop by if your in the neighborhood. More