Quiet, clean and large bookstore with tons of options for everyone. I'm not an avid book reader myself, but I do pop in time to time to buy books as gifts for friends who do read on a regular basis. Maybe it's because I'm not a reader myself, but man is it almost always an adventure in finding where specific books are here. Usually if it's not busy, I'll ask an associate so they can show or tell me where something specific is, or they're pretty good about recommendations after getting a general taste of what you're looking for, but I really wished they had a bit more developed website to establish what sections books are in if they may be divided between two or more genres. Besides that and often being more expensive than their competitors, it's a nice place to check out some new books with an extremely broad selection.

It's a very nice-looking location and the parking garage helps. I was just surprised as to how small and limited their selection was. If you are looking for something specific, I would suggest Sugarland as they have a better selection. Especially if you are looking for sci-fi or fantasy as the selection was incredibly limited at this location, as was their children's section. So if you are looking for summer reading list books, perhaps a different location would be better for you. However the staff was very friendly and tried very hard to help us.

B&N needs to get back to music and coffee on the weekends. They don’t do a very good job of drawing crowds anymore. They’ve also made it less comfortable to sit around and read. The chairs used to be strategically located by outlets and you could sit with a few friends to chat and maybe get a little work done when alone. I used to spend a ton in this store as did others I’m sure. They need to get back to the basics. I loved it when they used to let a band set up in the cafe at some locations on a Friday/Saturday evening. Rethinking my membership.

The people that work here were very helpful. I asked one girl for help on finding a section and she walked me to where I needed to be. The guy at checkout was in a great laughing mood. What more ca you ask for? All I want is to have a smooth checkout with a pleasant person with a smile. GOOD JOB! Finally I had to ask someone to order a book that they did not have in stock. It took about a week for them to get the book delivered. They hold it for about 3-4 days and than it gets put back on the shelf. You can call in to try and extend it.

This location was rude, and told me lies. Automatically assumed things, just come people are in jail or in a horpital, they can't send it to them from the store, only online. Wft!? What's the difference? The fact that I want to go into a store and get a feel of the book before I send it! I've been to my normal b&n and they've done it for me for a year now. Nice selection, but rude rude people, wouldn't even explain the "problems" they had in the past with doing so. I won't be back to this location.

I love this bookstore. Have been visiting it for many years now. It's a big library of books where you can literally find any genre of books. It has two floors and is quite spacious, so you never feel crowded. You can spend your day looking and reading your favorite books. I am sure you will not want to come out. Even little kids can have fun playing and reading. The staff is nice and even helped me find a book. You can go there anytime. The parking space is huge and usually not very crowded.

Huge Barnes & Noble store with a spacious 2-story building with countless items to browse. The shelves are well-organized and the store is clean and feels roomy. They have a spacious cafe where one can enjoy delicious pastries (by Cheesecake Factory) & beverages (by Starbucks). Restrooms are clean. They have a free parking structure behind the store. Workers are on the floor ready to assist. Always enjoyable to visit!

This is my favourite Barnes and Noble in the city. It stays clean. I can work and have a cup. I can. Browse books. It is always well stocked. If Barnes and Noble have a signed book you can find it here without a problem. The staff is helpful. There is ample parking. Located with its own Starbucks bit there a a 100 metres walk in the car park. Revisited this sd store remains clean. A variety of books and vinyl.

Had been a couple of years since I've stepped foot in here. It's a nice two story bookstore with a variety of things from books to vinyl records, and lots of other things. And employees there just need to mind their damn business about things they don't know. And I know about the rude stupid customer with the dog that was in there cause I heard what the f that was saying. Nov.12

An awesome bookstore is two floors and big enough for everyone to get entertain. Love love love it. ❤❤ There's so much going on inside. I do recommend it. Lots of fun things to see and read and play even for little kids and buy. ❤❤ I just love Barnes & Noble You can even see outside the second floor window there's a Starbucks. He hehe

This is my favorite Barnes and Noble location. The store is spacious and clean. Lots of parking, including plenty of covered parking. The recent store remodel has really improved this location. I often come here to just hangout and have coffee. With the plethora of restaurants and shopping nearby, I’m always up for a trip to this area of town.

I will be forever grateful to this store... we left our phone there, but live 2 hours away. The employee there, Kennedy, was outstanding and went to her manager and got permission to mail our phone back to us. Also need to mention all of the other great employees and it's also an extremely well kept store. Thanks River Oaks Barnes and Noble!!

Wide selection of books. Nothing like spending time in a bookstore looking choice of books and buying the ones you like….. and no place better than B&N. I have always found the staff to be very helpful and the checkout counter staff smilingly interact with you. It’s these “experiences” that has always made me visit this B&N store again …….

One of the greatest places to organize my daily operations. Can't wait to have my own internet website, community center, new wave elderly home, homeless work ready station, newsletter, column, magazine monthly article, book deals, women's clothing line, club, pop up franchise, etc & misc. Barnes & Noble is awesome. …

This is the closest location and I go here in need of gifts, books, magazines, etc. They always have a great selection of things, the store is clean and organized, and there are actually people here who will help you. Items can be ordered, they call you upon arrival, and make shopping a pleasure rather than a chore.

Bought a couple of books and a caramel frappuccino. A lot of people but it wasn't crowded, service was fast and efficient. Has a great variety of books, music CDs and DVDs plus Blu-ray. I'm sure there's something for everyone here. One of the escalators didn't work (the one that takes you down), so that was a pain.

A monolith that somehow feels personal and local. Wonderful and caring service from the staff who are all eager to share their individual and unique tastes in the books. A constant, happy bustling of customers from all walks of life make this a community gathering point in which the entire area should take pride.

I love this Barnes and noble. The staff are very nice and helpful, they have endless book options, and there’s a Starbucks inside. Only complaint is not their fault - the parking outside is pretty complicated and frustrating at times. Otherwise, this is a good place to grab a book or any other stationary!

There are many B&Ns in Houston. I'm glad that I picked this one to do my giftshopping at. The staff were absolutely the most helpful B&N employees I've ever met, and I think that is saying something because B&N employees tend to be kind and enthusiastic in general. They helped me find the perfect gift.

You can't go wrong with Barnes & Noble. The staff is friendly and helpful. The store is well kept, neat, and organized. There are a variety of items on both levels. The on-site Starbucks is an added bonus. This is always a great place for me to bring my laptop and sit down to get some things done.

I like this location because it feels more personalized with recommendations and the staff know what they are talking about. There's a good selection here. The check out procedure takes a little while and the line backs up. The parking is great here. The 2nd floor is like a toy store upstairs.

It was huge with so many great varieties. The staff was friendly and everyone was smiling... so welcoming. It was clean, organized and I spent 2 hours in there not realizing how sucks in i was to the options of books. My 10 year old daughter loves it and wants to go back every week now.

Come drink coffee, read, browse completely free of any sales associate harassing you about buying something.If you are looking for something in specific the staff will go above and beyond to help. I come to read and be somewhere peaceful. I love this location

It's a beautiful store. There are lots of books for every age and come with Starbucks. The upstairs floor has books for adults as well. Not sure why but I was a bit confused when I read the signs inside the store. Make a stop if you have some time.

They have so many areas to sit and read or get a little work done. Huge selection, and I love that they expanded their manga/graphic novel sections so that it made it easier for me to find gifts for all of my friends and family in one place!

Would be 5⭐ but the child's section attendant was very cold, not engaging or welcoming at all. I would expect different with someone in the childrens section.. my 1 yo was walking around and put some stuffies on the floor which we picked up

During our recent trip, my family and I had the pleasure of visiting the Barnes & Noble location for the first time. Despite having limited time, we managed to stop by for a couple of nights, and I must say, it was a delightful experience.

Great selection updating but wish the cafe wd be more comfortable even if you had to pay some kind of small fee for the cafe or their wd be a separate cafe or more comfy chairs to sit in upstairs by the windows where best natural light is.

I was greeted at the door at opening(10:00 a.m.) and the store was amazingly clean. You could literally smell the scent of new books in the air. The staff were attentive to my needs and assisted me to the section where I located my book.

Barnes & Noble Bookstore is a haven for book lovers and a treasure trove of literary delights. From the moment you step through the door, you are greeted by the inviting scent of freshly printed pages and the promise of new adventures

A great bookstore with a huge selection. Easy parking and knowledgeable staff. I really enjoyed spending time in the anti-Amazon of bookstores. Seeing parents with kids touching, previewing and buying books is such a good thing. …

Such a large selection and their new addition of Paper Source products is amazing. I spent at least 45 minutes in that section. They have a WIDE selection of beautiful and unique journals. The customer service was helpful as well!

Great place to people watch on the Weekend. The Inner Loop area of Houston will always be special to me. At that time of my life I lived with an Older Cousin of mine who was very Street Smart. Thanks for the Memories Rueben.

I came here to see my grandson perform a holiday for 10 years for his elementary school. You know, complains? It was OKI guess they really do just make faster cashiers I wasn't able to purchase what I wanted for my grandsons

This place is so much fun for all. Employees are highly motivated and friendly. On this past trip, the checkout line got packed and 3-4 employees literally ran to man the registers and checked us out extremely fast.

Even though it was Christmas Eve and the store was packed, the staff was full of smiles and super helpful. Their selection was terrific for kids books! I got awesome books as last minute gifts for my three kids.

Love this place! From the moment you walk in, you are welcome with the inspiring smell of paper books. Can anyone else relate? Everyone there is very helpful and the establishment is always organized and clean.

They always have sooo many K-pop albums in stock! I always pick up my faves from here because I love the Barnes and Noble exclusives that are included. I love this location because the staff is very helpful!

Only Went in for One Book . . . famous last words. Walked out with three. Nothing beats wandering around a bookstore. Good selection though smaller than when I was younger. Staff friendly and helpful.

This is my favorite Barnes & Noble location in the Houston area. Everything is always neat and clean and the staff are super friendly and helpful. There's a great little café inside as well

My family always enjoys trips to this Barnes & Noble. This facility is always clean and organized; and the staff is perpetually helpful & accommodating. We never have an issue with parking.

It was a nostalgic visit cuz I have not been to a book store in awhile. I was a little giddy walking in. The new vegan breakfast sandwich brought me there. And I left w 3 books. …

Haven't been to a Barnes & Noble in years. I'm so happy it's still there! Had a great time browsing and had a starbucks coffee while I made my choices. A great surprise birthday stop!

The store was nice and the sections were clearly labeled. I felt like the mystery section wasn't easy to navigate for a specific author because it not all alphabetical

2 Level, great location. Nice selection or music and reads. Starbucks is conveniently located in the corner of the store and has all offers for a full store location

Not a bad little store but i miss the bigger layouts and having more items available. But won't complain since they still have a physical presence which i do like.

So excited to be in a Barnes & Noble! I love book stores and this one is two stories and beautiful. It has so many books to choose from and a Starbucks inside.

As usual. B&N is my favorite place for getting a book and having a pleasant reading time. Something you other your book in advance; happens a couple of times.

They always have the books I need, and wow, how much time and money I save buying books here than from the college bookstore which never have copies

I love this Barnes and Nobles. Parking is easy if you utilize the adjacent garage and entryway. Staff is very engaging and knowledgeable.

Great place to be when trying to relax and read. Highly recommend it to anyone who just want to unwind. Rainy gloomy weather is a plus

Employees were helpful but they didn't have anything of what I wanted, including things the web page said they had. Waste of time.

Nice 2 story location, clean & organized. I wish there was more seating throughout other than the few tables in Starbucks.

Thus B&N had a light and inviting atmosphere which made it alot easier to be comfortable sitting on the floor to read.

Best barnes and nobles in town! Great spot if you want to go read for a few hours and the café is really good as well.

The cafe is not that great. But i appreciate having a place to work from and enjoy perusing the book selection.

A Five-Star Haven for Book Lovers Barnes & Noble has always been a beloved bookstore, and my recent experience

Always has what I need and I always find some interesting reads while sipping a cup of warm coffee …

Enjoy the vibe with Starbucks. The toys and gift section is growing. One of the last book stores in Houston.

I had an impromptu meeting here and stuck around after the meeting because the atmosphere was so relaxing.

This has been my favorite Barnes and Noble. Great atmosphere. Most of all staff is very helpful and kind!

the best library to buy books, especially parents who like good reading instruction for their children

Absolutely wonderful experience at BnN. Well organized, amazing book selections and great service.

Awesome! We found what we were looking for and more. Attentive staff! Starbucks inside the store.

Love the smell of books. Atmosphere and staff were extremely pleasant and helpful!

so much variety and I love the atmosphere wanna work there when I’m older

Great store layout. Staff was polite. Found all items I was looking for.

Very nice place. They do a lot for the community. Have a amazing books

Good bookstore Less selection than in the past Same good parking

Great selection, friendly service and nice Starbucks inside