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McNally Jackson Books

(Now Closed)

Bookstore and Coffee Shop

NoLita, New York

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Has a stamp of approval from The New Yorker and Time Out New York

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Untapped CitiesJuly 16, 2013
Considered a center of Manhattan's literary culture, McNally Jackson's charming café, impressive events series, and, of course, vast book collection make it a great general interest bookstores. Read more
Nate SOctober 14, 2018
One of the best books stores in the city. There’s a small hidden bathroom downstairs underneath the stairs. You’ll need a quarter to enter, but you can ask the staff for one if you really need to go.
Staff PicksNovember 20, 2014
Want to enjoy Brooklyn's Four & Twenty Blackbirds speciality pies in Manhattan without the long lines? Then head to McNally's Bookstore because they carry their pies. Read more
Honghui YuNovember 22, 2017
Been here 5+ times
One of the great indie bookstores of New York. They have a coffee shop in one corner of the corner that's a perfect place to start reading the new book you just bought.
Colin M. FordSeptember 4, 2013
Been here 10+ times
Support a local book seller and shop here! They have a load of books (obviously, make sure to make it downstairs), but also a great selection of mags and greeting cards for that last-minute purchase.
Nate BeattySeptember 8, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Superb selection at this classic independent bookstore, complete with a cafe and that unique smell of coffee, old bookshelves, and new books.
Max SklarMarch 7, 2012
Been here 25+ times
This is probably the most positively endorsed place on foursquare (with regard to tips). People like it - and why not? It's a nice coffee shop/bookstore.
Will HarahanOctober 18, 2018
A lovely, curated bookstore that I hope remains in the neighborhood. The bathroom is coin operated & there’s no WiFi.
Lee ByronJanuary 10, 2015
High density of excellent books ranging from popular to esoteric. Great cookbook section and don't miss the print-your-own-book press next to the snack bar.
Lianne AiAugust 15, 2017
Absolutely my fav. place to go. Love the fact that it doesn't close early. And it has many independent magazines and books. Poetry section is nice:) And it sells my fav. notebook (little and black).
Em PerronMay 11, 2017
McNally Jackson is definitely one of my favorite bookstores in NYC. There's a huge selection of books which are all well-organized and incredibly interesting. And check out their monthly events!
Malene HaldMay 6, 2016
Great selection of books, really nice children's department. Very good inhouse coffeeshop with great selection of baked goods and sandwiches. You can also get your own book printed here.
Veronica DragonettiOctober 1, 2016
Best place in The city. You can eat a bagle and drink a coffee reading a fashion magazine
KristinaFebruary 13, 2016
lovely book store including a machine that prints personal books. Right in the shop you'll find a lovely cafe that keeps you caffeinated for reading through your newly shopped treasures
J CrowleyFebruary 6, 2015
Been here 5+ times
The picante is mind blowing delicious and a steal at $9. Go all fat kid on the chorizo + cheese samples while you wait.
Benjamin JohanssonAugust 20, 2014
Kinfolk, Cereal, The Great Discontent.. This place has the newest and most trendy stuff almost instantly. And even more important, they know what they're doing and really care about print media.
Sharon TJune 27, 2015
I love this bookstore. It has a ride variety of books and you never feel rushed. You can browse for hours and should you get thirsty you can always get a cup of coffee.
TimelessnomadAugust 10, 2015
The design and cookbook section are right next to each other so needless to say I found pure bliss in a 10 square food section of the store. They have a little cafe too.
Time Out New YorkOctober 31, 2011
The best literary hot spot boasts a warm atmosphere, well-curated selection and convivial café. It also has the city’s first Espresso Book Machine, which prints a growing number of texts on demand. Read more
RobAugust 8, 2013
A carefully curated selection of books, great coffee, a soundtrack of the most perfect jazz, and PoD independent books. We've all fantasized about running this business; they made it happen.
Gary HorNovember 21, 2015
My favourite indie bookstore in the city. Check out the staff recommendation for some cool titles to consider. They have a lot of events at the basement, so do check the event listings at the entrance
Michelle DickterDecember 29, 2014
Been here 10+ times
My favorite place in NY. Nicest people, amusing view, best books and awesome cafeteria (love the cappuccino, the bagles and the egg sandwich). Sorry no wifi.
Ariel VieraOctober 17, 2014
Buy a book, any book, and support the printed word so it can last a little longer. Bookstores are a dying breed, and this one needs to stay as long as it can.
AFAR MediaAugust 12, 2014
The store makes you want to read. But even more interesting, it makes customers want to write, as it has an in-house machine that prints and binds your own paperbacks. Read more
Veronica RayNovember 26, 2017
Love the magazine selection. Always come here if I'm in the area.
Sarah WhiteOctober 27, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Outstanding and unique selection of design books and magazines. Plus a nice little cafe. Best bookstore I've been to.
Tracey ChurrayNovember 26, 2013
Been here 5+ times
Stumptown coffee is always welcome but you're missing out if you don't sample the always delicious cookies. Try the salted peanut butter, you'll thank me later.
CollegeFashionistaFebruary 3, 2014
McNally Jackson Bookstore is a great place to scour for your next read and to do homework. They also have a café to provide you with much needed refreshments for those late night study sessions.
LorenJuly 22, 2015
Grab a book, staff will help you choose, and read on one of their fold down tables with a cannele and coffee. Cutest book-themed decor.
D&A Travel: AndersDecember 29, 2013
[Shopping] A truly great book store with clever selections, great magazine department, a good cafe and strong programming with author readings almost every night (mcnallyjackson.com/event).
JenJuly 17, 2017
Been here 10+ times
Charming bookstore! Big selection and you can grab a coffee in the cafe. Not a lot of seating.
Elizabeth CarrJuly 20, 2014
Wonderful bookstore with pastries stocked from Balthazar and tasty house-made quiches. Coffee is quite good also. Great place to relax for an afternoon.
Geoffroy BablonMay 9, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Psss if they're serving pie at the cafe, especially cobbler, don't pass on it. Ask them to warm it up for you.
Paul KardousAugust 27, 2015
The staff is a bit aloof, but the store and inventory is first rate. Don't forget to check out their stationary store around the corner on Mulberry Street.
BasakNovember 19, 2015
Been here 10+ times
One of my favorite coffee spots in SoHo. Check out their awesome magazine section while you are waiting for your coffee/tea.
Suraj SavaliaOctober 6, 2016
Really enjoy coming here and picking up a book about urban planning or architecture. #nerd but they have lots of great books. And coffee.
Eman AbdulazizAugust 26, 2018
A modern book store with limited selection of books. It was okay. Loved accommodating cafe with its design.
Ryan WhalenAugust 17, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Great selection of travel writing and guides, books in Spanish and French, and lots of other categories. You can stay here for hours.
Karissa✨February 10, 2015
A truly lovely bookstore. The selection is terrific, and so is the atmosphere. The bathroom is pretty neat, too -- it's coin-operated.
Kylie JayOctober 1, 2014
My favourite bookstore in all the world! Independent printing press. Great coffee. Superb staff. Just all kinds of wonderful
Margot GDecember 23, 2011
The turkey sandwich with thyme and side salad with cranberries is delicious! The green iced tea with pear is fantastic! The apple pie looks amazing, but haven't tried it yet.
ShopikonOctober 7, 2011
A bookstore like it should be: bright, enthusiastic staff, a balanced selection and awesome coffee. Readings on a nightly basis. A great place for writers and those who like to stalk them.
adroytAugust 22, 2011
Coffee table books make such great accents around the home. You'll find some of the newest releases in design and architecture books here. Their book signing events are wonderful, too.
Madeline McDavidJanuary 7, 2016
Fantastic selection of books a cross a wide range of disciplines. Fiction is sorted by geographic origin (e.g. Russia, South America, etc) which is pretty cool.
Harumi USeptember 7, 2014
Independent book store in this age that serves something other than Starbucks coffee? Plus this espresso book machine. You must at least check out this place
jiresellNovember 29, 2015
I've been haunting bookstores for years and have never run across this one. Big store with a very helpful staff!
Nadia NeophytouNovember 21, 2011
Great spot for getting work done. There's no free wifi so that takes away unnecessary distractions on one's laptop. The books in the store - well now that's another story completely!
Chris NatoliSeptember 15, 2014
Literature is sorted by nation, which is awesome. The poli sci / philosophy section downstairs is really good for its size (small).
Kate SilverDecember 20, 2011
Abundant and beautifully curated selection, with thoughtful employee picks. Great magazine selection and exhaustive events schedule. My favorite bookstore in town, hands down.
MrsCorksterJune 26, 2015
Been here 5+ times
Superb curation of new and notable fiction. Download the Goodreads app so you can scan titles and add them to your list. Good place to visit when you feel your Kindle is just not tactile enough.

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