Suggestions for Bookstore near SoMa, San Francisco

Kendal C. • March 29, 2018Selection is pretty small so you might not find something interesting but definitely worth a look. Lots of children’s books!

Sarah • September 15, 2014Amazing bookstore with a well-curated selection. Love the poetry section upstairs.

Dan M. • May 20, 2019Really cool bookstore with manga and lots of other stuff :)

Joanna L. • October 19, 2009A used bookstore but also has new children's books.

Diego R. • March 25, 2011A great selection of independent zines, magazines, comics, graphic novels, and books. They always have a pretty good selection of AK Press titles as well. Worth giving it a try.

Jason C. • September 10, 2011Omg. They gave a Saved by the Bell board game.

Lindsay E. • February 28, 2014Zines from the 90s Mission, history of shopping malls, space design magazines, the Whole Earth catalogs. No "check out" so bring a digital camera or find the books on the Internet Archive. Viva SF!

Beatriz A. • December 16, 2010Arkipelago books is a specialty filipino bookstore in soma. Check it out! Arkipelagobooks.com!

Robert S. • May 30, 2023Go here! Great collection of puzzles and much else!

Eric "Dj Uniq" M. • August 30, 201120% OFF All Books 08/30/11 - 09/02/11

Noah L. • April 9, 2010Make sure to sign upon their mailing list to stay in touch about openings and special events!

ginny h. • March 17, 2021Super soft bread on the outside but then you get this amazing crunch with you bite into it. Beef rice was also tasty!

Rachel • November 11, 2015A charming little place in a quiet SOMA street, Darwin serves delicious sandwiches and salads. Get your order to go at peak time or come a little later and sample a glass of wine with your kale.

Frederique D. • October 20, 2012LOVE their Chinese salad. So yummy!

Gina G. • July 2, 2014Wifi, delicious lunch, great coffee, outside seating, creative juices and best of all, the friendliest and most welcoming owner. I highly recommend it!

Saliem • September 11, 2015The quiches, espresso drinks, and of course the books 💓

JenKudu • May 23, 2016Turkey sandwich, champagne and a fantastic dessert with passion fruit and strawberry mousse (named after a piece of art) made for a lovely lunch to break up the visit.

Mary S. • April 12This book store has a fantastic children's section, with a wide range of books for all ages. It's been a lifesaver for me as a parent, if I'm looking for educational and engaging reads for my kids.

Andreea N. • August 15, 2017They are super friendly and have a good selection of coffee and pastries. They also roast coffee on premises, have wifi and a fairly quiet atmosphere for some solo work during the week.