What an awesome place! We relaxed in the upstairs reading room and bought some hard to find books at a great price. It was cheaper than Amazon and had a fun environment.
Wow. What an experience. Myopic books is what a great bookstore looks like. It covers all topics with books of all ages, but remains relevant with a massive collection of gently-used fiction which wraps around from the main floor to a somewhat ramshackle but sturdy and charming mid-stair balcony. Well-known and obscure books alike, I noticed a well stocked chunk of "a handmaid's tale".
Hyped well on Google, underwhelmed. There are better bookstores, but this one is within walking distance of downtown and the lakefront so worth a trip. I did drop sime cash, but again, been to much better places.
It is such a nice spot to escape into for awhile. They carry such a great variety of books, so you're sure to find something you're looking for and something you didn't know you wanted. Make sure to check out the basement section too. The only reason it got 4 stars was because it does get cramped in there, but it's also something you have to expect. I will definitely be going back when I'm in Chicago again because I loved the charm and selections.
The extended hours are a real treat, as an individual staying in the area who had a few hours to kill and did not want to hit the bar scene.
The quintessential book store. Crowded with too many books on every level. The smell of used books is so comforting and pervasive and with a massive selection you can probably find what you're looking for plus some. Make sure to stop and chat with the friendly staff and don't be afraid to spend more time than you thought you would here.
Myopic Books is a US Book Store based in Chicago, Illinois. Myopic Books is located at 1564 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA.
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