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Customer Reviews (6)
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on Citysearch Oct 04, 2008In Short
Originating in Ann Arbor, Mich., in 1971, this international bookstore chain is known for its vast selection of books, movies and music, as well as a comfortable atmosphere. Cozy chairs, ... (more)
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on Citysearch Feb 17, 2008You've been to one Borders, you been to them all, right? Not so fast. There is one exception, and that is the Borders located in downtown Palo Alto. This is the nicest Borders around. Located in an old theatre, you can ... (more)
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on Citysearch Mar 10, 2006This is my favorite Borders. Even the entrance makes you feel like something good is coming up. The books seem like they were placed by people who care about them. The building is interesting with stairs and nooks. The ... (more)
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on Citysearch Nov 10, 2005Borders in downtown (along University) Palo Alto is one of my favorite bookstores in the Bay Area located in an old theatre. It has a good selection but is cramped and as a result often seems crowded. Has a feel fo an old ... (more)
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on Citysearch Jun 14, 2005This doesn't feel like a typical Borders. There is a nice patio in front where you can sit in the open air and browse through your purchases, and it doesn't feel like the huge bookstore chain that it is. New and currently ... (more)
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on Citysearch Jun 03, 2005I like the Borders in downtown Palo Alto. It's spacious, and has a good selection of books, magazines, DVDs, CDs etc. There are occasionally live bands playing at the 2nd level, and they also have some storytelling ... (more)
