East Bay Booksellers

Shops · Oakland, CA

4.4 (153 · Yelp ) ·$$ ·Bookstore ·Est. 2017 ·

About

You'll find the shelves packed with new books that somehow feel like discoveries from a beloved used shop. This Rockridge neighborhood bookstore started life as Diesel, A Bookstore. In 2017, the manager bought it with help from community members and renamed it East Bay Booksellers. The owner describes bookselling as a cultural good, and you can feel that ethos in the thoughtful curation. They also stock an ever-growing collection of imported stationery goods. It's a dog-friendly spot where regulars browse for hours.

Stop by on a weekday afternoon when it's quieter. Grab a new release or a curated recommendation you didn't know you wanted. The staff know their inventory well. If you're making a day of it, consider pairing your visit with a stop at nearby Good Vibrations for a very different kind of browsing.

Features

  • Community-bought from Diesel in 2017
  • Imported stationery goods on shelves
  • Dog-friendly browsing encouraged

Good for

Bookstore

Practical

Dog FriendlyBike ParkingCredit Cards AcceptedStreet Parking

Frequently Asked Questions

What kind of books does East Bay Booksellers sell? +

Only new books, but curated to feel like a dusty old used bookstore. The owner says they aim to have what you're looking for and a good deal you didn't know you wanted.

Do they sell anything besides books? +

Yes, they have an ever-growing inventory of imported stationery goods.

Is East Bay Booksellers dog friendly? +

Yes, it is dog friendly.

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