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Poor Richard's Books
- Gift Shops
- Frankfort, KY
About this business
Specializing in: - Used & Rare Books - Book Stores - Books-Wholesale & Manufacturers - Gift Shops
Location details
233 W Broadway St, Frankfort, KY, 40601, United States
Get directions| Weekday | Schedule | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Mon | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Tue | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Wed | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Thu | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Fri | 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. | |
| Sat | Closed | |
| Sun | Closed |
NEVER AGAIN The most unpleasant staff. Customers are made to feel like an inconvenience. It's a shame that there isn't any local competition... unfortunately after several horrible experiences at Very Poor Richard's I must drive to Lexington to find a real bookstore.
Dirty, Smelly, Moldy, OverPriced and RUDE This dump only gets a star because the system makes you leave at least one. The clerk was very unfriendly, out of TWENTY books I looked at only TWO were actually priced. In the DARK, FILTHY, MOLDY attic I found a book I was interested in....unsurprisingly, it was unpriced. I figured that maybe there was a 'half of cover price' pricing policy, so I took the book down to the rude clerk. She seemed surprised that the book had no price, and then wondered if I wanted to buy the book(???).... read more
Grab a book and pull up a chair! One of those old-fashioned book shops where you can find just about anything. Literally thousands of books on any subject you can think of. Lots of inviting chairs to curl up in and read, and no one hurries you. I got some great Kentucky postcards there too. PROS: CONS: Books are not in any order, except by subject.
It's like going back in time. There's nothing like going into a cozy old bookstore. Just smell those books! You can buy old books or new books and settle in for a wonderful coffee drink and listen to the local talk or walk on through to Completely Kentucky and buy something wonderfully handcrafted. It's all so "old Broadway". You have to try it.
Overpriced Downstairs has a great collection of mostly new books, albeit pricy. You can get more competitive pricing elsewhere, such as at Borders. The attic upstairs has great potential, but I've concluded that the owner is not interested in making any money off it other than being able to write the space off on taxes. The attic is what we came for. The lighting is terrible, so I had to use a flashlight to see all the titles. Some of the books are junk (falling apart and missing pages) and should be thrown away or given awa... read more
Old Richards Book Store This is a very cozy book store. You can curl up with a great book and spend hours reading the time away. Also, you can go next door and get the greatest cup of coffee in town.If they do not have a book you are looking for, they will be glad to order it for you. I have had several special orders thru them. They have always been courteous, friendly and very knowledgeable.
Best Bookstore Around! The staff here is always so helpful and friendly. They've helped me locate several rare, hard-to-find books and always provide me with a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that I couldn't get at a big box store. The location is conveniently situated downtown, and I can browse the titles with a cup of coffee in hand. What more can you ask for?!
Great Place for Books Poor Richard's is one of the most friendly places anybody can browse for book. I love the dusty, smelly, moldy attic where a little digging is likely to turn up books long out of print that are unlikely to be found elsewhere. The first floor contains a mixture of new and gently used books, many of local interest. It's truly a bookstore for bibliophiles. The adjoining Coffeetree Cafe which is also lined with Richard's bookshelves is a great place for discussions with like-minded folks over a hot cup.
Best Bookstore Around! The staff here is always so helpful and friendly. They've helped me locate several rare, hard-to-find books and always provide me with a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that I couldn't get at a big box store. The location is conveniently situated downtown, and I can browse the titles with a cup of coffee in hand. What more can you ask for?!
Frequently asked questions about Poor Richard's Books
How is Poor Richard's Books rated?
Poor Richard's Books has a 4.6 star rating with 164 reviews.
When is Poor Richard's Books open?
Poor Richard's Books is closed now. It will open on Monday at 9:00 a.m.
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