Benn's Books

215 reviews

437 Centre Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

www.bennsbooks.com.au

+61395573969

About

Benn's Books is a Book store located at 437 Centre Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia. It has received 215 reviews with an average rating of 4.7 stars.

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Hours

Monday9AM-6PM
Tuesday9AM-6PM
Wednesday9AM-5PM
Thursday10AM-4PM
Friday9AM-6PM
Saturday9AM-6PM
Sunday9AM-6PM

F.A.Q

Frequently Asked Questions

  • The address of Benn's Books: 437 Centre Rd, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia

  • Benn's Books has 4.7 stars from 215 reviews

  • Book store

  • "You won't get better customer service in any other book store"

    "Only recently visited this local bookstore for the first time and was very happily surprised! Sometimes local bookstores are limited with their offerings but this place was very well stocked and has an AMAZING children’s book selection"

    "I've been buying my books here for years and just love this shop"

    "Good range, helpful staff"

    "I visited a couple of times in 2020 when I bought books and once in April 2021 when I was about to buy a book but changed my mind because of a woman who worked there being rude to me"

Reviews

  • Tamara Campbell

You won't get better customer service in any other book store. I have been getting assistance from all the staff for my now 15 year super fuzzy reader. Staff have helped me find the books that he enjoys over many year for my teenager. He has enjoyed many many hours of reading. We love and support such a fine small local business.

  • Erika Atkins

Only recently visited this local bookstore for the first time and was very happily surprised! Sometimes local bookstores are limited with their offerings but this place was very well stocked and has an AMAZING children’s book selection. Very helpful and friendly staff.

  • Trina S

I've been buying my books here for years and just love this shop. Staff are so friendly and helpful and will always go the extra mile to find some obscure book I'm after. Support local small business, support Benn's Books. (probably the best shop in Bentleigh) x

  • Daniel Haynes

Good range, helpful staff. If they don't have it in stock they are happy to order for you. Ordered several books, 3 came within 2 days and the fourth within a week. Also have loyalty/cashback program. Very happy to support this local bookstore.

  • corres4

I visited a couple of times in 2020 when I bought books and once in April 2021 when I was about to buy a book but changed my mind because of a woman who worked there being rude to me. On all these occasions I was not greeted. My most recent

  • Sybil Touyz

Ben's Books on Centre Road Bentleigh is one of those kind of places where you feel welcome to 'Come right in and Browse'. Not only do they have a super range of books to choose from the staff are lovely and helpful. You are welcome to pass

  • Marcus H

A great stalwart of the Centre Rd strip that has been continuously serving the Bentleigh community for decades. Thoughtfully arranged by topic with a considered selection, it is a great place to browse to find that new release or treasured

  • Little Big Adventures

The only place to buy books! As a member I get a kick out of accumulating points, but mainly, I could just browse in here all day - always find a new treasure to leave with. In Covid-times i've been using their website to order, and staff

  • Shauri

Benns Books is your go to bookstore for everything. forget QBD books or Dymocks, their customer service is at a high standard, with staff being welcoming from the moment you step in the door. I was greeted by a male whom I asked for book

  • Yasser Mohamed

Best service ever! My wife ordered some books for our kids and they were hand delivered within a couple of hours (free delivery)! Wonderful bookshop, well stocked with friendly and very helpful staff. Thank you for the wonderful service.

  • Sam Keir

Benn's Books is a Bentleigh institution and has been in Bentleigh since I can remember. It has a great range, everything you'd expect in a quality bookstore and more, including a great well-laid out kids book area. It's always good to

  • Paul Bilston

Had great service from friendly, happy staff. I purchased 4 books, 1 had to be ordered in & process was seem less & easy. Store was clean, well stocked with massive range. These guys were great & will be my go to bookshop from now on

  • Michelle Nath

What an amazing book store! Why order from the big sites like Amazon when you can support local businesses and get your books delivered the next day to your doorstep. During Covid restrictions their contactless service was fantastic!

  • Cath Johnston

My daughters and I are always looking forward to our next stop into our favourite local bookstore. If they don't have what you want in stock, they will order it for you asap. I could spend hours in there if only I had the time!!

  • Anna Nguyen

Best service and delivery! I ordered some books at 330pm and they arrived via free home delivery by 5pm on the dot and the poor guy delivering it did it in the pouring rain! Amazing service! Will definitely be using again.

  • Carla

A fantastic selection, and if they don't have it, they order it quick smart. Great service and suggestions, warm, friendly and great with kids. The perfect place to foster, reconnect and build upon your love of reading!

  • Pascal Inard

What a joy to visit Benn's Books to find some great books. Every time we go there we buy more books than we had on our list! The range of books is excellent and the staff are all very friendly and helpful.

  • Jesse Sweeney

Very helpful staff who go out of their way to help. Great selection of kids books in particular! We always pop in along when we are down the street! They have a loyalty system which is always a winner!

  • Amanda

Glad I came in today and met Simon! He’s exceptional and has great recommendations, sometimes I get overwhelmed and don’t know what to choose so I’m glad I had his help! He’s a legend!!

  • Anne-Maree Yialas

Great up to date selection of books for both adults and kids. Staff are also friendly and knowledgeable . I just wish they would have more sales. I find the prices on the higher end.

  • Paul Dawson

First Class. Benn's have ordered an enormous number of books for me in the last 3 months and not failed even once to track them down from overseas. My thanks particularly to Simon.

  • Kiki G

Amazing service!! Was greeted with a lovely girl who went above and beyond to track down a book for me and to my luck was able to get it same day as well as some other goodies!!

  • Lesley Davies

I rang Ben's books in bentleigh,regarding a book I would like to read I was served by a friendly male, who has now ordered the book for me and will ring me when it arrives .

  • Ella H

I have been going to this bookstore for years, it is such a wonderful bookstore. Always has extremely nice people working there and has an extremely lovely environment

  • Susannah Bowen

Lovely local bookshop, wide range, nice cards and games and a good frequent buyer points system. During lockdown they kept the whole family going with deliveries.

  • Ross Henderson

Very lucky to have this great bookshop close by. They have a good range and staff are always very helpful. The kids like it as there is a good selection for them.

  • Jordy Chinsen

I have been coming here since I was a child and it’s always a pleasure. Knowledgeable, friendly staff and a good selection. My favourite local bookstore …

  • Bette Foord

Accessible entrance which is great! A nice range of books at reasonable prices. Very nice cards. Very friendly & helpful staff. I'd definitely return, soon!

  • Jennifer Coster

I’ve been coming to Benn’s for years. Great selection, knowledgeable and friendly staff and a great loyalty program. Always my go to for presents.

  • James Brown

Staff so helpful. Ask for present for 8yr old. Showed me a lot. Listened to what I said, no pressure, old fashion ,honest, advice.

  • Ian Nicholson

Ben's Books has be the centre of our family's life for the past 30+years. It is still a treasure trove for books for all ages.

  • Ken Sayers

Great lokal bookshop. The staff are very knowledgeable about many different genres, and the range of books is very good

  • Deirdre McIntyre

Lovely local place. They can recommend books. Nice children's and older children's selections. They sell gift cards.

  • Luke Alabaster

A small bookshop, with all that that entails: A quality selection of books, Friendly and helpful staff, and

  • Ava

Great store with wide variety of books. Reasonable pricing and good to support a small business!

  • Phoebe Lindsay

Super sweet little bookshop with lovely staff. Always willing to order in any book you want.

  • sean chamberlin

Great bookshop. Friendly staff and good range across most genres.

  • Graeme Sharp

Small, local bookstore with a decent range of good books.

  • Khloe Luong

I love this place. My go-to local bookstore!

  • Jennifer Graham

Fantastic array of books. Friendly staff.

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