Barnes & Noble | SouthPark

Description: Bookseller chain stocking housebrand eReader, plus a broad selection of titles for adults & kids.

Comments: They have a good set of the comfy couches both downstairs and upstairs, but mostly upstairs. There’s maybe 1-2 couches in a corner downstairs, but upstairs they line the window that runs the length of the building. Excellent spots to read. Premium coziness.

Downstairs there’s a Starbucks with a bunch of seating. Only 3-4 spots that are near outlets though, so charge your laptop if you’re coming to work or study. Idk why but the Starbucks inside this Barnes & Nobles has different and way better food, drink, and snack options than normal Starbucks.

This location has marvelous cookies. The salted caramel one is 10/10. And the hot tea options are way more expansive than normal Starbucks. Harney & Sons tea options, quality stuff. So as weird as this may sound, the Starbucks inside this Barnes & Nobles is a hidden gem in and of itself.

Perhaps the only downside here is it gets super busy. This place is flooded with students meeting their tutors and study groups weekdays after school. Although you can still usually find a spot somewhere. But after church on Sunday? Forget it. This place is packed. So, just time your visit well. I’ve found, if you have remote work flexibility, it’s plenty tranquil 9 AM - 5 PM on weekdays. It’ll just be you, the staff, a few house moms, and other remote workers.

The parking lot is small, but you can park across the street in the gravel lot by the apartments. That’s retail parking as well. Oh and there’s a really good ice cream place in this complex. Golden Cow Creamery. Check it out.