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San Mateo Main Library

Library, Bookstore, and Coffee Shop
Baywood, San Mateo
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8.9/10
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    kurt w.
    "Rosalyn reference librarian"(2 Tips)
    Brian N.
    "drive-thru book drop."(2 Tips)
    A A.
    "Nice library."(2 Tips)
    Vadim M.
    "my favorite study spot"(2 Tips)
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  • Brian N.
    Brian NguyenDecember 14, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    this is a really nice library. highlights include free parking, easy-to-use self-checkout kiosks everywhere, and a drive-thru book drop.
    Upvoted Jan 20
  • Bruno W.
    Bruno WuAugust 26, 2014
    Beautiful library. Open airy spaces. Modern architecture. Tall ceilings. Cafe on third floor with outdoor patio space. Just nice.
    Upvoted Feb 13
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    VarunFebruary 11, 2015
    There is a nice cafe with outdoor seating. The 3rd floor also has lots of comfy couches, and some are isolated and quiet. For a pin-drop silence spot, try the silent study room on 2nd floor.
  • Joseph T.
    Joseph ThibaultMarch 17, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    Great wifi and open seating areas to go in and get some work done away from home or the office.
  • Tracy G.
    Tracy GrayMay 4, 2014
    The Oak Room is a great venue for performances. The Young Peoples Concert is fantastic!
  • Joseph T.
    Joseph ThibaultMarch 24, 2017
    Been here 10+ times
    amazing library with plenty of areas for grabbing an outlet and some peace and quiet.
  • Vadim M.
    Vadim MialikApril 11, 2012
    Second Floor has high ceilings and plenty of room for natural light to come in my favorite study spot
  • kurt w.
    kurt westphalNovember 23, 2010
    Rosalyn reference librarian will provide excellent research guidance and knowledge for your research! Ask for her!
  • Johnathan C.
    Johnathan CJanuary 23, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    Ya wanna have peace & quiet??? Go on 3rd floor and therea an outside area!! NOT many people know this!! AND "if" your "consuming?" NO one checks there!! Beers and a book!!
  • Richard L.
    Richard LiuJune 5, 2010
    Balcony on the third floor is an excellent place to spend the afternoon when the weather's nice.
  • Cody T.heart icon on user image
    Cody TolmasoffAugust 31, 2009
    Been here 50+ times
    check out the small cafe on the 3rd floor, on a hot day the adjacent terrace is an awesome place to work.
  • Johnathan C.
    Johnathan CFebruary 15, 2012
    Been here 10+ times
    The usually have some of the newest DVDs on the 3rd floor!
  • Sean P.
    Sean PieracciniNovember 21, 2011
    Super extreme high tech library. Loving it.
  • Amy W.heart icon on user image
    Amy W.October 25, 2011
    Been here 100+ times
    Drive-up book drop is nice and 24 hrs!
  • Susan W.
    Susan WilhiteFebruary 15, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Donate your books. Those they can't use they sell or recycle, and you get the tax write-off.
  • Cody T.heart icon on user image
    Cody TolmasoffAugust 31, 2009
    Been here 50+ times
    Abundant free wifi and lots of decent desks with outlets to work at.
  • Liz P.heart icon on user image
    Liz P.March 8, 2012
    Been here 100+ times
    Go to Liz for reference on the second floor!
  • A A.
    A AJanuary 14, 2010
    Nice library.
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