The Book Rack — Local services in Arlington

I walked into the store and no one greeted me at all and I wasn't asked if I had any questions or needed help. I noticed that all the other customers in the store were being greeted, helped or having a pleasant conversation with staff. I bought some books and even then it wasn't a pleasant interaction like everyone else was having. I didn't get a thank you, did you find everything okay or have a nice day nothing. This is my first time ever writing a review for anything and I am only doing so because of how disappointed I am. Mind you this is not my first time there and not the first time I had the same experience. What really makes me upset is that all the other customers in the store including employees were Caucasian except me and that makes me scratch my head a little. I understand we are in Arlington but come on, I'm a paying customer just like the rest. I really didn't want to make it a race thing but I could only help but wonder how the interaction would have been if I were Caucasian as well. Despite that its a cool little bookstore, the employees seem sweet and great unfortunately I just didn't get...

Such a great family owned business they deff treat everyone kindly and are so knowledgeable on past and present books and history etc never had a issue such a relaxing place to escape to very rare gem to find a place like this where they make you feel like family I come for a distance when I have other places closer because it's such a wonderful place to visit!!! 5 stars keep up the good work!!! I feel the person below me is making false accusations Agunest a small business shame on you I had to...

Myself, my mom, daughter and aunt have been frequenting this place for years. For a cozy local shop, the selection is surprisingly thorough. Stock is constantly replenished and always au courant. And everyone working here is so kind, honest, and diligent. Prices are more than reasonable. Oh, and they'll order anything you request, on the rare occasion it is not carried or in stock. The Book Rack is a rare gem in which I have always felt quite grateful to...