(312) 573-0564
830 N Michigan Ave Ste 2
Chicago,
IL
60611
41.8979
-87.6244
Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side
What People Are Saying About Borders
The Editor
Nancy Hunter
Citysearch
In Short – Originating in Ann Arbor, Mich., in 1971, this international bookstore chain is known for its vast selection of books, movies and music, as well as a comfortable atmosphere. Cozy chairs, scattered tables and music listening stations invite customers to explore and stay awhile. Book and music selections are tailored to the community, giving the shop a local feel. The knowledgeable staff and Title Sleuth inventory computer stations aid inquisitive shoppers.
Boo
by hitachi_obsessed
Boo for big corporations. This store is too typical, too corporate, and too banal. Why not find a small local neighborhood bookstore?
- Pros: selection
- Cons: hello!!!
books are awesome
by fridgemagnet
One of my favorite stores ever. The sheer volume of books and selection is impressive enough, but then there's the view of the Water Tower and high profile authors who come in to sign (I just met Jimmy Carter there!), and the smiling staff. I get the email coupons and I know it encourages me to spend money there, but I truly love going to this store. Plus, they're an oasis in the Michigan Ave crazy nastiness that ensues anytime around the holidays. Oh yea, and they are really great about ordering me the obscurest books.
- Pros: young smart staff, best new book prices, environment
- Cons: tourists, overcrowded bathrooms, occasional bum
carbon copy
by lauriesherman
Both Borders and Barnes & Nobel have a large variety of books, however what they do have seems to be exactly the same. If you want something out of the ordinary... forget it! Because they've assisted in the demise of many small bookstores. It seems that there's almost a new standard of what we're allowed to read; if they don't have it, you cannot read it (unless you order it).
Additionally, they have a very manufactured feel to the stores... it's the McDonalds of books . I truly wish that people would stop patronizing those stores, as THAT is the real reason we no longer have those great old bookstores anymore.
I predict the future: On every corner we'll have McDonalds; Starbucks; Borders; Kinkos; etc; etc; etc.
- Pros: cheap books, many standards
- Cons: no obscure, no semi-obsure, bad store feel
The Details on Borders
Know Before You Go:
Most locations have an in-store cafe, featuring caffeinated specialty drinks and a small selection of baked goods.
The Extras:
Most locations offer wireless access in their cafes and seating areas. Plans are available through T-Mobile, ranging from $6 an hour to $40 a month.
When to Go:
Call your local Borders for in-store event listings, which include story times for tots, book signings, knitting group meetings and more.
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