White Whale Bookstore

This is one of my new favorite bookstores, and I see myself returning often. It’s a small, locally owned, well organized shop with a decent variety of genres. The home and garden section is particularly lovely, and it seemed like they had a good fantasy/YA/children’s selection. In addition to books, they have an assortment of cards, gift wrap, and store-specific merchandise. The staff is very friendly and welcoming and even though they didn’t have the book I was originally looking for, they offered to order it for me and helped me find a nice replacement since I was on the hunt for a last minute gift. I ended up chatting with some regulars and it seems like just a generally lovely place. Also, there is a cafe that serves coffees, teas, and some baked goods, plus a few seating options. I look forward to my next trip.

Such an awesome book store! It’s well organized, has a great selection of books, and their coffee is so good! I especially loved the customer reviews placed on the bookshelves of books they’ve read! Will def make this a spot every time I’m in town!

I recently visited a bookstore and cafe in Pittsburgh, and it was an absolutely delightful experience! The cozy ambiance of the space made it the perfect spot to relax and immerse myself in books while enjoying a warm drink. The staff were incredibly friendly and welcoming, going out of their way to ensure everyone felt at home.

Perfect to enjoy a coffee or a matcha or a beer even … with an amazing book collection. The place is warm lively and the people managing this place are the sweetest 🤍

Wonderful bookstore in Bloomfield! The staff is so helpful and friendly and offer excellent reading suggestions. Stop by the adjoining cage for a delicious latte or to buy a funny card or beautiful piece of wrapping paper!