I've never posted a review before, but the way my family and I were treated in this store was so horrible that I feel compelled to do so. On holiday in Adelaide, we promised our children we would buy each of them a book to read. My wife and I being English teachers also had some books on our wishlist. About 10 seconds after entering the store, the store assistant quickly came over unprovoked to tell my wife that they had expensive books and if my children ruined any we'd be liable to pay; he then took a book off our 5 year old, who had been happily reading it sitting on the floor. His automatic assumption that our children would cause problems is something we have never experienced before. We left the store within minutes and will not be back. We have never felt more uncomfortable in a store in our lives.

One of the (many) great things about this bookshop is you can walk in the door and lose yourself in a newfound world of writers, ideas, history, culture...or you can immediately find what it is you are looking for on a shelf ! This is a great bookshop for researchers - informed staff and good subject classification; a great bookshop for readers--all those great novelists from yesteryear as well as more recent authors -- literary and mass market; plus a wonderful section of kids books! A great adventureland for the young...and young at heart. Conveniently located in Adelaide City Centre --one of our city's treasures, this bookshop!

cute little vintage book store that I didn't know existed. Very expensive though EDITED 02/03/2023 If you want people to leave their bags at the front,maybe invest in some camera or put it behind the counter with you. My Friend got his bag stolen yesterday. Unimpressed EDIT EDIT...Family business, maybe don't sigh so loudly when someone asks for help and you didn't have what the wanted. A Business like this has to survive on customer service and the mother has to work on this

The owner of the book store must be trapped in 2019 because there was no covid sign in, and when I enquired he just told me manual sign in with an unofficial sign in sheet. He was also not wearing a mask which meant when he coughed it went ALL over his shop. The last time I came here was before covid and even then he didn't make me feel very comfortable and welcomed in his store. Not going back anytime soon.

What an amazing book shop I’m visiting Adelaide and just happen to walk past and I ended spending and unintended few hundred as I couldn’t believe how the books that I’ve been looking for years and Benjamin so friendly and helpful had a quick awesome book review and he was in the same page.! Highly recommended ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ …

My favourite book store in Adelaide. It has a great selection of second hand and new books on any topic or genre you could want and good prices. You could spend a while just looking at all of the display books they have throughout. If you ask nicely you can also pat Oscar the store dog which is the real reason I visit.

A huge variety of very old research books magazines and novels both fiction non fiction many aged books full of history books makes one feel like they are going back in time eras to the 1920s 1930s 1940s a great booklovers dream shop. Very valuable hidden treasure in the heart oldest part of Adelaide city. …

O'Connell's is a must for any lover of literature. The store is filled with books that cover every aspect of life and imagination with the subtle sounds of smooth jazz playing in the background. The owner knows where everything is and is super helpful even if you don't know what you want or where to start

Such a pleasure to be in a store where it is so obvious that they love and respect the books they sell. Wonderful customer service and range of books. The friendly and knowledgeable proprietor knew exactly what I was looking for , found me a copy at a very reasonable price. Like MacArthur, I shall return!

Amazing, and interesting range of books here. Pricing from simple little dollar reads, to antique book rarities! Easy to miss, but you don't want to, you can spend hours pacing through the oddities that make up their great collection. Highly recommend setting aside a couple of hours to stop past.

Really enjoyed wondering around this beautiful shop full of beautiful books on all different genres and topics. The man who served me (I am sorry I forgot to get your name) was super enthusiastic and happy to chat about books! Looking forward to going back soon!

I highly recommend Is extraordinary book shop. With its collection of current & rare titles. A family institution that continues to provide Adelaide and indeed traveler’s all facets of written knowledge. Music, history, travel art, poetry & more . L.E. BOUQUEY

I have been looking for a book shipwreck index of the British isles volume 1 by Richard and Bridget learn for years in the you UK.Then someone said try O'Connell's bookshop Adelaide Australia which I did and could not be more happyer thank you very much.

Horrible service. The shopkeeper was ridiculous rude to me over trying to buy a book which was one dollar and refused to serve me because I didn't have a coin (sorry but in the digital age we don't all carry cash). Definitely not going there again.

Probably the best and most well established used bookstore in the city, stocking a truly excellent selection of books people actually want to read! The staff are friendly and helpful, and the general ambience is really nice, basically

a quiet book store. helpful staff they had a few items I was interested in, some I could not afford but we're excellent condition for their age and worth it. manage to find a couple of books that managed to fit in my small budget.

Broad range of books from fiction to science, phycology to horror and romance to drama, massive piles of books everywhere just begging to be read and the store owner(s) are both friendly, knowledgable and easy to talk to

I stood outside and looked through certain windows, and through every window I saw something different. Please go in, There is something for everyone, O'Connell's Bookshop, shop for friends, family or yourself. I do...

An Adelaide treasure! I popped in this afternoon to buy a book to read on the train. Benjamin was delightful as always. Great stop for random book exploration or for finding something specific. Highly recommended.

One of the, (if not THE) best places to find books for a reasonable price. I found a copy of a A. Camus book that I couldn't find anywhere else. Also found some very nice volumes of Calvin and Hobbes here.

I gotta say that this bookshop has a variety of popular past time favourite books. The prices are fair because they're priced by the quality and rarity. This place has been amazing. And the staff are friendly.

Plenty of books here to cater to all tastes and interests. It's big and slightly messy so you could spend an hour or so just browsing while listening to jazz. Friendly owner and occasional visits from a dog.

A treasure house of pre-owned books. O'Connell's is a valued institution of Adelaide's retail sector and along with the Oxfam bookstore near Hutt Street has kept my house cluttered for years.

What a treasure trove! Please give yourself sufficient time to search through the shelves adequately, before heading to the Checkout! Start your Christmas shopping, NOW! Cheers TS

One of the best bookshops in Adelaide! Hundreds of quality rare books, new stock constantly flowing in, lovely passionate staff, relaxing ambiance, affordable! ~ 10/10. :-)

Great interstate service, items well-packed, received promptly, and in even better condition than described! Friendly and efficient, highly recommended! Thanks A+++

What a fabulous bookshop!! It has everything you could want. Friendly, knowledeable and experienced staff. Great location. Go there for all your reading supplies

Am exceptional place. All that you want a bookshop to be, especially when they are becoming rare. An olde worlde experience that all young people should have.

Great cosy book store with every sort of book even with some different variant book covers for some books is a great little store to even browse in

This store features a fantastic selection of classics in every genre, polite and informed service as well as affordable prices for every bookworm.

A wide selection of books, from paperbacks to Folio Society and Franklin Mint, across all sorts of subjects. Knowledgeable staff ready to assist.

The best second hand book store in Australia in terms of rare books Ben the proprietor is very good at all enquires of books please go see him

Best butchers. Great choices and food prices. I have 2 men who always enjoy their meat and I enjoy their prices. Great value and variety.

Wonderful Selection of Books Available Benjamin Provided Some of The Best Service You Could Possibly Hope For. I Will Definitely Be Back.

The oldest book store is the place to visit! Go there for a book tour and a nice chat with the owner - p.s. I found more than I needed!

Excellent !!!! Huge. Fabulous range, with books starting from $1, through to rare antiques and first editions. Something for everyone.

I loved the Victorian-ish vibe to parts of the shop snd wished their collection was more extensive even though they had lots of books

Great atmosphere, huge selection of books. Friendly staff (esp the shop dog, Oscar). Could easily spend hours hunting for treasures.

Amazing bookstore, chock full of rare vintage books. Fantastic E election collection of old books. Highly recommended!

Great place filled with antique books, as well as brand new editions and a wide array of selections. The dog is nice.

Lovely helpful staff are there to assist if you cannot find your book & will even order it in if no stock instore.

One of the best bookstores in Adelaide. Great range, well priced, and very knowledgeable and easygoing staff.

Great place filled with antique books, as well as brand new editions and a wide array of selections.

A treasure trove, whether you are looking for something in particular or just want to be surprised.

Super place.found a great Egyptian book,great price. Would love to spend a entire day just looking.

Brilliant bookshop with a huge range of pre-loved and collection worthy books, worthy of a wander!

Great store, old books, records, cute Italian Greyhound, very knowledgeable and interesting owner.

Absolutely excellent. A true and proper bookstore. Very friendly service from the proprietor

What a true Gem! Love this store and the variety it has. Well presented as well …

I live this shop, old fashioned second hand bookshop. I can spend hours browsing here

Knowledgeable book people and great selection. Been going to shop there since 1978.

Except for sloping floor which is a problem, other than that staff is very helpful.

Great second hand bookshop with a nuce variety and a good collection of rare books

Love browsing and sometimes buying. They have a wonderful assortment of books too!

Amazing range of well priced books. Some really rare stuff too! Will be back!

Found so many amazing books here over the years, a real Adelaide treasure!

Helpfull staff. Great selection. Prices a bit on the high side though.

Great book store, with a huge selection of old and great books

Great bookshop. One of my first stops whenever in Adelaide.

All killa no filla. Absolutely best book shop in Adelaide.

Lot's to choose from and reasonably priced. Good location.

I’d rather not imagine a world without places like this.

They Informed Me no Medical Books and unable to assist.

Ben is always super friendly. Great book selection.

Fantastic only problem not a big enough backpack

Good, large secondhand book store in the city.

Plenty of antique books for reasonable prices!

Very rude gentleman with a mouth full of food

As second hand bookshops go this one is good.

Love this place so much I spend a lot there.

Great selection of Books and great service

Good range, store is a little cramped.

Many classic books, interesting place

Love this place always get a bargin

Good place of surrounding by books.

Many valuable old books stalked.

My fav things, 2nd hand books.

A very good sec hand book shop

Great place, awesome food

Good books, good dog