This is one of the best local bookstores I got to visit while travelling in Montreal. It's the oldest english book store in Montreal in the area. I was able to chat with one of the owners and he was very knowledgable on a variety of topics: from providing great recommendations of science fiction and fantasy, to knowing about different translations and releases of the same text, to having a feature of Japanese authors and translated novels. At the time of this review there was also a neat shelf of Montreal authors also being featured in the store. The owners try and show case a collection of books that they are very passionate about and try to represent a diverse selection of authors. If the book is not in stock they can order a book in with their normal order day (Mondays) and get a book within a week or two. For the locals there are regular events at the space (such as book clubs) that get held at the space. There is also a working/lounge space available to sit at if you want a quiet area to work at. As an avid reader and traveller I like taking the time to support local book stores and this was one of my highlights visiting the city.

Alright, y'all. Let me tell you about Argo books. We are all in isolation. We all need to be inside by 8. We all need to maintain 10 book lengths from another human. Its the new pandemic-normal. So obviously this is the perfect time to catch up on your never-ending reading list. Right? But... nothing is open, you say, how do the people get the books? Well. Has Argo got you covered, friends. I special ordered a book from them, it arrived in the time listed on their site and I received an email to let me know it arrived safely and would be out for delivery (and when). So. I was expecting a non-personal kind of delivery but y'all. No. This was a bookish dude FROM ARGO hand delivering my book with the utmost care. ♡ This is honestly one of the best book shops in Montreal. Amazing service. Local shop. Obviously they care deeply for books. Buy you pandemi-reads here. You'll have 0 regrets.

What a charming locally owned bookstore. We are visiting from out of town and came across Argo because they are hosting a book reading (something they seem to do regularly). I personally loved the wall of staff recommendations with thoughtfully written notes to accompany each book. One of the owners was manning the cash register and give us more detail on his recommendation when we asked. Seems like the perfect place for someone to spend some time solo browsing. Hope to visit again.

I can see why the reviews are so good. Sitting 3200 miles away in London I needed to order a book, gift wrapped with a personal note for a client. Not only did the Argo team to go out of there way to locate the book but they made the whole experience easy and delivered to the clients location. With online payment options you would be CRAZY to order from Amazon when a service like this exists. As a generally hard to please customer I am impressed.

Brilliant little independent bookstore. Very sympathetic co-owners and a great community around it. They regularly hold various events every week, including readings, book club discussions, open mic nights, etc. One of the owners has studied Japanese literature; they always have a good stock of Japanese books (fiction and nonfiction translated to English, a few Japanese language ones), in addition to a great spec fi (fantasy and sci-fi) section.

I ordered online for some books that have been impossible to find elsewhere, even the "big name" places. I made two different orders far apart in time, but since my first order was still processing, they were able to bundle all of my books together for delivery. Great service, I'll definitely be shopping here again! Looking forward to browsing when the shop is reopen for more than curbside pickup!

Cute bookstore, however I don’t understand the good comments about the service None of the sellers answered me when I said “hi” when I arrived, they barely looked at me actually. They didn’t ask me if I needed help (we were only two customers) and I didn’t have any goodbye either. I felt I was wearing an invisible cape, good job

Nice independent bookstore in a good location. If you are like me and remember them being a used book store this has changed. I was told they started selling new books years ago. Based on their size they have a really good selection of diverse books. The staff is also really helpful. Great location for your English book needs.

Very cute local book shop near Concordia. The space was small but the shelves were packed and they had a very good selection of books. The employees were super helpful and friendly. If you're an anglophone looking for a good english book to read, head here. I only wish I had discovered this place sooner!

As a Concordia student, I found this store on a whim after my class ended. Now, I go almost every week and most times, I bring a book home with me. The staff is extremely nice and though the bookstore might be small, there are plenty of books to choose from. Also, Willy the dog is an added bonus.

Charming store and super friendly staff - very knowledgeable of their stock and always ready to make recommendations :-D Though the store is small, they had an awesome selection, and clearly hosted a lot of neighbourhood events as well. I wish I lived close enough to participate in them!

Used to like this place... Then they started forcing masks to get in... in full post covid (june 2023). Stop promoting pollution and stop forcing a bad experience on your costumers. Will probably just go and order from Indigo or find another bookstore to spend my time at

Cute, carefully selected books. Im not big on reading, but I got so excited when I found this hidden gem. So many good finds about topics that are actually important and relevant to today's societal issues. Yayyyyy. Also, they support so many local writers! Love that.

A really impressive, diverse selection of books. I went for a browse but didn't buy anything because it was raining outside and didn't want to get my books wet, but I'll be back because they had a lot of really interesting books I haven't seen anywhere else.

Always been nice to me, my partner, and little toddler. Great little place for kids books, and one of the few places that have boundary pushing intellectual work in critical ethnic studies and queer studies. Big respect for requiring masks.

Cute bookstore that's easier to order from than I expected given its size. Good customer service. They don't carry a wide selection compared to chains but the wait isn't long for special orders. It's a nice spot in the middle of downtown.

We really wish the info about this place was fully updated for online searches. We had expected a huge used bookstore and instead found a tiny room with (nicely displayed/selected) titles squeezed beside a hair salon. Very disappointed.

Cutest little book shop. I asked for a recommendation for what I was in the mood for and they gave me a few books to go through. The book I ended up grabbing was amazing. Very pleased with the service. Will definitely be back!

I attended a few local events hosted here over the years, cool. Then more recently searching for a hard to find book I tried calling them, and they were so helpful beyond all other stores combined that I had tried. Recommend.

Cute little bookstore in the heart of Montreal. I always pop in when I’m walking by to have a glance at their great little collection. They also host book clubs and other small events that are worth checking out :)

The curation at this bookshop is unreal. Their selection is varied and the staff are super friendly. I get most of my books second-hand but I can't resist coming here for first-hand books on a regular basis!!

It's a nice place, though small. It is NO Longer a used bookstore, but there are a few used books among the new tomes. The owners are quite friendly, willing to search for certain reads I inquired about....

The most contradictory bookstore I've even visited philosophy section looks like it was made to not leave antibody calm. Never have I ever seen Deridda next to book about Jesus followed by Foucault.

Excellent and conscientious service. Loved the communication. When they didn't have what I wanted in stock, they made some thoughtful suggestions. Definitely going to be shopping there again.

Disappointed that they don’t have books in French or would order one for me to pick up, but still the lady in the store was nice and polite. Next book I’ll read in English, I’ll go there.

Cozy book shop with small (but impeccable!) selection of fiction and non-fiction books. There’s lots of queer and feminist selections as well! Will visit here whenever I come to MTL :)

Great staff, highly recommend. Been ordering books through them online, pickup in store. Takes a week or so to areive, but cheaper than A*zon and feels good supporting local.

Quaint, cute, very nice selection, and there are handwritten notes for many of the books describing why they’re being recommended! Any English reader will enjoy this place.

Excellent, thoughtful, and up-to-date curation of books in English and translation of Canadian authors. Staff was helpful. Was a nice experience on a cold rainy day! …

Lovely neighbourhood bookstore. Small but great selection. Have found lots of interesting staff-recommended books. They have regular book club events with snacks.

amazing choice of books on every significant contemporary and historical theme in fiction, non-fiction and poetry +++++ great atmosphere

I can find books here that I can't find elsewhere, I leave with something (ok, many somethings) each time I visit. It's a lovely spot.

I love Argo books! Extremely helpful and kind staff. Ordering online for pickup or delivery is super smooth and I highly recommend it

Great selection of books. Definitely not your mom's Barnes and Noble. Owners Adele and Moti are super friendly and helpful

Very cozy little bookshop. There is also a lounge at the back where you can spend some time reading along with some snacks

A great little spot to discover new reads + great personalized service! They also have a little study lounge in the back.

I love that place. There is a large selection of books, but it's not overwhelming. My idea of a perfect bookstore !

I love the Argo Bookshop! They personally delivered some books that I ordered by hand. I also love their selection!

Small bookstore with incredibly well-curated collection. Kindness. Warmth. Love of books suffusing the atmosphere.

Belle sélection de livres fantaisies et sur la culture japonaise, je retournerais assurément. とてもありがとうございます。

J’ai bien aimé! Bon service, disponibilité des employés. En bref, c’est super, ils sont là pour vous aider!

The oldest indie Anglo bookstore in Montreal. New location is big, bright & inviting. I want all the books!

Great local bookstore with a very serious and dedicated staff. Why order on Amazon - support local sellers!

Friendly, thoughtful people with a knack for recommendations and an excellently curated book collection.

Have always had friendly and pleasant experiences here! Great selection in-store and ordering is easy!

Very cosy hole in the wall bookstore for English language books. Lots of good choice in a tight space!

This place is cute quaint. They have little special events going on all the time highly recommended.

Books are essential, and local books, even moreso. What a great collection and knowledgeable crew.

Went to the old local then find it easily to the new address. Just moved and still unpacking...

The best! Great staff and great selection, especially for contemporary and speculative fiction.

Friendly staff and great selection of speculative fiction! support small + local businesses!

Muti and the other people there are very nice & helpful. 5 stars definitely deserved. …

My friends swear by this old shop and I loved it, too. Great place to browse all afternoon.

Stalwart bookshop specializing in English-language novels & events in a cozy, quaint space.

Great English language bookstore. Large selection of translated Japanese works as well

Great selection of English language books on rue Ste Catherine in Shaughnessy Village

Lovely small English bookstore, with community spot and activities. Takes orders too!

Staff excellent. Very friendly and helpful but select was ok. Nothing much for me.

Real indie bookshop. Nice staff, solid recommendations. Will keep going forever.

My favourite bookstore in Montreal! Super friendly staff and great prices!

Interesting selection of books. If the don't have it, they can order it!

Great shop, very knowledgable owners. I look forward to visiting again.

Absolutely adore this lovely bookshop, and the staff are very friendly.

An excellent bookstore with a wide stock, and extremely helpful staff.

Tiny spot. When you want to find that one Hugh Hood from days of yore.

Amazing customer service! Couldn't be happier with my experience :)

Support them they're great have awesome online inventory as well!

Cozy, well-curated bookshop with a wide variety of titles!

Cute little used book shop that has been open for ages.

Amazing little bookstore. Friendly and helpful staff!

Quirky little place with top quality book selections

They have a great selection of fiction and YA books

Nice shop but way to many woke and feminist books

It's a wonderful place for those who enjoy books.

Very nice and helpful. We were lucky to find it.

Amazingly curated, simply the best in Montreal.

Nice shop with a small, but varied selection.

Helpful and friendly service. Good selection.

Super helpful staff, ways found what I want.

Hidden gem! Interesting history behind it :)

cheap books but you do not find all you need

Only 3% of the public reads books how sad

Cute spot. Excellent books. Nice people.

Super friendly service, we'll be back!

Nice English bookshop but very small

Librairie sympatique avec du choix

Cozy, helpful/friendly staff!

Nice Japanese book selection

Cozy cafe and reading room!

Really friendly service.

Très clame comme place!

Super friendly staff!

Independent bookstore

Toujours en service

A Montréal treasure

Very good open mic

Always impressed!

Great experience

Love this place.

Service dévoué.