A place I keep coming back to in the city. I honestly love coming here along with a book and it's a great way to relax with a drink of your choice. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's also a great vibe if you're looking for some 1:1 time with someone to catch up[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Book Club Bar - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

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Very disappointing and felt ripped off. Paid more than a thousand dollars upfront for bottle service plus 20% mandatory tip for literally the worst service I've ever had in a club. Our server was absent the entire night and I had to actively search for the staff to ask them about our order (multiple times). They finally delivered our second bottle after an hour and half of waiting; And then never saw our server again for the rest of the night. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bottom floor was pretty much empty until midnight when they finally changed the DJ and the music got better.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Maybe this was just a bad night, but I don't feel like going back. Bottle service was definitely not worth it and service was horrible. read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is such a cute gem of an idea. Books for sale along with coffee and a full bar.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Then sit and read in the cozy interior or out in the back patio.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bathrooms are downstairs and are gender neutral, fully separate rooms, plastered with pages of well known books.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Unfortunately it was too crowded to have an open seat for us in the cozy chairs so I bought a book and proceeded on our way.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] There was a longish line of people waiting for espresso drinks but book buyers could bypass the line to get their books. Very helpful employees. read more

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Omfg! Who thunk it? A book club bar for ppl to chill & just read a book . Located on E. 13th off Ave B in NYC. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Atmosphere is on point filled with nerdy creative artsy ppl like myself.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Amongst like minded ppl. It felt like home[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . I especially liked u can order drinks & read. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bored on the weekends come chill here with friends or alone. It has a jazz feel to it. Even the spot reminds me of a quaint jazz spot.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Especially, with an impressive backyard vibrant seating area.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Friendly, staff! Variety of diverse book selection & a small Children's book section. Cool! I recommend, this spot. read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Quiet bookstore and bar with a garden and marquee outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great place to enjoy the weather and a drink while reading a good book.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Restrooms available downstairs.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]No laptops after 6 on weekdays or after noon on weekends.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Love a good book bar![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I tried coming here once before and it was so crowded but this time around I came right as it was opening and found a chair and read my book for a good hour or so while having an espresso martini.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They have more seating out back too.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Friendly place that's warm and inviting with plenty of books to enjoy.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's a relaxing atmosphere that doesn't feel rushed and you can also order a drink and sit at the bar while reading or using your laptop.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

I was out late in East Village and saw this cute bar/bookshop open! [[HIGHLIGHT]]I stepped in and was immediately taken aback by how cozy and cute it was.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The front of the spot is like a regular bar, and then towards the back it's like a small library-esque area with seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They sell books and other things such as journals and tote bags. I didn't order a drink, but instead bought a journal and tote. Totes were only $15, which was a pleasant surprise because many other places overprice their totes so much. Overall, would totally come here again and grab a drink next time! read more

Book Club Bar - Outside - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

Lovely atmosphere. Social without being too loud where you can't read. I stayed here for hours and the staff at the bar were friendly, serving a good cappuccino and tasty pain as chocolat. For a place that gets pretty packed there is quite a lot of shared seating which can be cohesive to socializing with strangers. Great selection of books as well - a true gem! read more

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hadn't been to Book Club Bar in a minute, but ended going there a few times relatively recently. there are outside seating options as a well seats at the bar and elsewhere inside. Book Club Bar is a bookstore + coffee shop + a bar for adult beverages. it's pretty busy place. they have all sorts of programming events like readings, book club meetings etc. there's definitely a lot of books to check out and buy--the book choices are certainly curated, so it's not like this place is Barnes & Nobles with a vast variety of all types of books... had an Americano which was pretty good...and a drip coffee that hit the spot on a rainy day. the staff are pretty affable and chill. bc this is place is high traffic especially on nice days...getting a seat is pretty tough which why is I rarely stay. all in a good spot for book lovers and book lover wannabes who need caffeinated refreshments or adults beverages. read more

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Checked out this chill East Village bar that's also a bookstore. It has books that you can read at the bar, or to take with you. Book Club Bar is one of the smarter places to drink around here. Has a lot of literature themed cocktails that complement a novel. This is a good place to hang out for drunk bookworms and others. Bookstore with cocktails is a good way to describe it. It's got more of the atmosphere of a bookstore than a bar it seems. This makes it easier to read a book, magazine, or whatever. Cocktails are more expensive than the books. It's about $15 for one. Each of these have literary names and themes, so that's cool. Last time in here I got the Allen Gin-sberg. This is dry vermouth, gin, lemon, and raspberry. If not wanting alcohol, then like any good bookstore they have coffee. The books include classics and new ones, including many written by locals. Favorite place around here for both reading and drinking. It's got something for everyone. There's also events like book club meetings and music. read more

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Such a pleasure to have a spot like this in the city. Going to focus this review on a specific event, an adult spelling bee which was such a blast. Big shoutout to the two host for keeping it fun and lively while cracking some good jokes and to all the brave contestants that participated. Back half of the bar was filled with, participants and spectators with the front half still open for customers. The event was fun and challenging for all those who took part, but the laughter and friendly vibes was everything. Round after round participants were getting knocked out but at last a champion was crowned. Pretty cool thing that they did was do a lighting round to give out a second place prize after four rounds of challenging words. I could sit here and tell you about the bar outside of an event like this but figured I'd give you all a different review sine I was lucky enough to experience it. read more

Book Club Bar - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

Possibly my favourite escape in all of New York City. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Comfy arm chairs, great coffee, writing spaces and books... what's not to love![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] This place is a real gem, with a friendly team and a full program of literary events too. Love it! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]This is such a charming place.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] It's truly half bookstore and half bar, and they do a ton of cool events and programming. [[HIGHLIGHT]]There are no laptops at the bar, so everyone's either chatting or reading a book.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I love it.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I recommend the "one flew over the cucumber's nest" to drink. Oh yeah, all the drinks have book names! read more

This is a cozy place to read books and hangout by the bar or couches (unless you're outside on their picnic tables in the backyard). It can get crowded when there is a book club meeting. However, it's an option when you're feeling like a bookworm or want to meet up with a few readers or conversationalists. It's near public transit and has restrooms down stairs. There is wi-fi that you have to ask the staff for the code. Other than that, you'll have to visit this place to see for yourself what a book club bar looks like =b read more

Find me a cuter bar in NYC with such a large collection of interesting books. It's every alcoholic book readers dream destination... jokes apart what a wonderful place for book lovers who would also like to be a bit social and enjoy a few drinks. They also have a beautiful backyard that is perfect during a warm summer day. This is literally what fairy tales are made of... atleast mine read more

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Excellent French 75s and a very chill and cool ambiance. I came rather early on a Friday night to kill time and was thankful I was a party of 1. It was pretty packed so I wouldn't meet friends here but might try my luck at popping by to hang for an hour before dinner. The bathrooms had different books as the wallpaper and I was into that! read more

I've been here a couple times, the first just go check it out, find a place to sit and have a drink. Second visit I came for the monthly Quiet Reading group, which as it was a Sunday was a bit less crowded. The selection of cocktails is decent, prices aren't cheap but that's expected for the area. As an avid reader, I thought their selection of books on sale was well curated. Would I visit on the weekend? Maybe not, just doubt there'd be anywhere to stand, let alone sit. read more

Book Club Bar - Allagash White - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

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Loved this spot. Such a cute idea to combine a bookstore and bar. They also have coffee & tea. Will be a new spot added into my rotation.

It was very much so giving young professional adult living life in NYC such a chill time ! And the espresso martinis were delicious Make sure to screenshot their calendar of events in the reel to stay in the know of what's coming up for the end of October. I will definitely be back it was a vibe. Watch my reel here!: https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cyjzqr7tI9b/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== read more

Love the concept of this place. Bookstore meets bar. There's quite a bit of space here, with a long bar you'll see when you enter and a few tables for 1-2 people on your left. Then, as you approach the back of the space, there's a giant coffee table with four large chairs for you to post up at. Bookcases decorate the walls, with options to choose from to browse and purchase. There's a drink menu of wine, as well as teas and coffees. I had one of their teas, which was served blazing hot, and in a mug that kept me warm as I got some work done here. They do NOT have wifi here as a policy, and ask laptop users to limit their use to 2 hours I believe. There's a bathroom. The lady at the bar was kind. We definitely need more places like this in NYC and wishing this place all the best. It is noteworthy for the purpose it serves! read more

Book Club Bar - a cup of tea with a teabag in it - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

I LOVE it here. Popped in on a holiday Monday and it was cozy and semi busy--a little more busy than a typical Monday but less busy than a weekend. The concept of bookstore/bar is a 10/10. Bring a book, buy a book or bring some paper and journal away surrounded by other folks doing the same. The bonus, a full bar with classic cocktails holding creative book title names- Hello, " Murder on the Orient Espresso Martini ". Details aren't missed here. The bathroom has excerpts from Baldwin and the staircase leading back to the bookstore is lined with book wallpaper. The vibe is cozy, the cocktails are actually good and even better, there's an entire tea menu! Unfortunately, didn't get to grab a seat by the fireplace. It gets busy in here, but going to try this time around. I wish there was more seating, but overall 100/10! read more

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[[HIGHLIGHT]]Inside is so cozy and cute.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Ordered a hot oat milk latte and it was pretty good! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Definitely a great spot to just relax and read, would love to come back to check out some of the events they host[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Book Club Bar - Oat latte - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

I used to live two blocks from Book Club Bar and had never stepped foot in there until 4 years later. [[HIGHLIGHT]]If you are a book nerd, then you will love this spot![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]A cafe during the day and a bar at night - this is the perfect spot for someone to find a good new read while enjoying a drink and socializing.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was pretty busy when I went and I probably haven't picked up a book to read in years, but the vibe was very chill and laid back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]I think I personally prefer a regular bar, but that's my own preference![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Quiet hangout to read books with fellow book lovers.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The cafe is quite small with limited seatings.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Laptops are not allowed.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

Super cozy vibes on a Sunday afternoon. Everyone is reading a good book or chatting outside. My friends and I stopped by to play cards. They have 2 sets of cards and 2 chess sets. There are so many good books to choose from. Definitely a must visit if you like books and want a quiet place to read. They also have coffee if you're a coffee drinker. read more

Book Club Bar - A book - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

This place is awesome but it gets full FAST! Seating is limited and I think that adds to how charming it feels to sit at their bar with a drink and a book while 10 people next to you are doing the same thing. When I arrived at 6 pm ish, there were no seats and many people hovering and waiting for seats (my party included). After we ordered our drinks, we were able to snag an outdoor table but watched the bar like hawks since it was cold out. About 20 mins later, we spotted bar seats that were about to open and grabbed them before other people noticed. Sitting outdoors was okay but it didn't have the same energy as when we switched to the bar inside. Inside everyone at the bar was either reading a book or talking to their neighbor about books, whereas outside people were just hanging out and having drinks. Once inside, I stuck with the Master & Mezcal Margarita and it was delicious. I also enjoyed that the cocktail names were all book puns. I didn't get to make a dent in my book sadly, but I am excited to revisit this place and try again. Next time, I'll be sure to arrive as soon as it opens to make sure I'm not waiting for a seat. read more

Book Club Bar - Cocktail Menu (September 2023) - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

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Nestled in the heart of winter, there's a spot so cozy that it feels like a charming bar bookstore. As you settle into the warmth of the surroundings, you can't help but feel a sense of joy and contentment. Although, it could use a little more attention to detail, like the addition of a fake fire to enhance the ambiance. As you wander towards the bathrooms, you'll notice that they are gender-free, but that can be a bit confusing. The mirrors are positioned in such a way that you may catch the eyes of passersby, which can create an awkward atmosphere. It's not comfortable to be alone in there with a man present. Despite the slight discomfort, the experience is made even better by the delicious coffee, especially the mocha. Even though it's not the ideal spot for work, many people can still be found at the coffee bar typing away on their computers, sporting the quintessential New Yorker vibes. Books are very unique and offer a wide variety of international writers and hard to find books. read more

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Wonderful on so many levels. Good drinks and bartenders happy to chat or let you read in peace. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They set a vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]Great sofa chairs, outdoor area and bar seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Mixed drinks tasty. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Ultimately, it's the vibe created....come read in a warm welcoming environment where you can just quietly read or if you're open to it, make a friend.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Need more places like this. read more

A book lover's dream! Books and cocktails are one of my favorite combos. I went here on a Saturday afternoon. It was a bit crowded, but it's nothing that some earbuds and white noise won't fix while I dive into a great book. I had a glass of rosé and the Allen Gin-sberg cocktail. I also had a raspberry scone. Everything was tasty and I read a huge chunk of my book. read more

Book Club Bar - Raspberry scone and the Allen Gin-sberg cocktail - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

Food/Drinks: 5/5 Drinks are strong here and decently priced. I ordered the matcha mezcal and it was strong! I started dozing a bit while reading my book LOL. The drinks are themed which is a super cute touch. They also Have snacks available but I didn't try them. Service: 5/5 Drinks came out quick and the bartenders were very friendly! Vibe: 3/5 The place is super cute and cozy! There are only 4 comfy chairs so it can be a bit of a waiting game to secure them. Luckily when I came on a Saturday night around 10pm someone had just left. There is low music playing and it is so easy to get sucked in. I don't know if I just needed to check my expectations but I expected the conversation to be minimal/low. But it felt like a bar on the LES with people talking and laughing at normal volume. It wasn't too big of a deal as I don't need silence to read. But if you do be mindful of the time you come (I think Saturday night but have something to do with it). There are bathrooms downstairs that are individual stalls and they were clean when I used them as well, big plus! Overall, I love the concept of a book bar and I'll be back for sure! They also have several events throughout the month to check out! read more

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This is a pretty cool spot. We were in the neighborhood at 9pm/10pm and Book Club had a decent crowd. Think a cool, grad-school type coffee shop with beer (all $9+ I think). There are some folks reading books at the bar, people lounging around, and not many/none were there to actually buy books at night. You order at the register at the bar and (at least for beer) they get it to you pretty quickly. This review is only for our night and beer experience, but it is a full service coffee shop and they also sell coffee beans as well. read more

Book Club Bar - Bar area - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

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Book Club Bar: where a bookstore meets a coffee shop/bar. I love the concept of the Book Club Bar because who doesn't like a little drinky drink while they're browsing / reading some books! It can get pretty crowded during the weekends but during the weekdays, it's much more manageable and pleasant. I also really appreciate their weekly music series as it's such a fun way to shine a light on local artists. Such a fun spot to hang around, highly recommend! read more

I saw there was a trivia night coming up. I sent to my friend who I often trade titles with and she said yes. The event was from 8-10 and we arrived at 7:30. Unbeknownst to us...we were supposed to get tickets in advance and only wait-list was available (whoops). Despite that, we were able to sign up at the place without an issue. At the hour I went, coffee, wine, beer, and non alcoholic beverages were all available. Lots of books and cute cards to explore. It was a bustling crowd filled with chatter on a Tuesday night. We teamed up with two other people and still got our butts kicked but overall a very fun evening! If you didn't want to sign-up for trivia, there is plenty of bar space where you can partake by listening or just chill out. read more

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More stores like this please! The rarity of bookstore cafes in the city got this cozy little space filled, but luckily, we managed to snag seats one late weekend afternoon. They also have a backyard patio area with seating! There was a good amount of genres, from historical to romance to young adult. I found a trendy book and started reading, with a Cold Brew w/ Oat Milk (~$6) to accompany me. The drink was alright, with definitely a larger coffee to milk ratio. I'm curious to know how alcohol and books would have paired better, since they also offer cocktails (with bookish names!), wines, and beers. Music was loud, playing old school music, but not distracting enough, that I was able to be 4 chapters in. I don't even read that much in one sitting normally! Burying myself in a good book surrounded with others also reading in a cozy space could heal any reading slump. The place was such a vibe, even the bathroom was book themed. This was a perfect place to spend a rainy date in! read more

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The ambiance here is adorable. I adore the small couches and the collection of books in the rear--you can even buy or read them. Although they don't offer public Wi-Fi, they do encourage bringing laptops, which seems odd to me. My espresso martini was simply delightful. read more

Book Club Bar - Espresso martini at the outdoor dining - Bookstores Near Me - New York, New York

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Love this bar / bookstore so much. We got an old fashion and espresso martini to walk around the store and browse books. The perfect pre-dinner drink if you asked me! Staff was so friendly and helpful, too. It does get crowded but in waves it seemed like read more

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Walked in to browse after brunch nearby and I'm really glad I did. I didn't order anything, but next time for sure! They have a great selection of books too! read more

We came here after dinner for some drinks and wow, what a vibe! The books really add a nice touch. My friend said she's been wanting to try the espresso martini here for a while and unfortunately, it was a tad of a miss. But we both really enjoyed the mezcal cocktail. Thought we were just gonna get one drink, but ended up staying until closing (midnight) because we had to so much catching up to do haha! Loved the live music - it was a small jazz combo in the background. I'd definitely be returning next time I'm in the area! read more

Bad taste in my mouth. I used to come by skim a book and see if I like it then buy and keep reading in store at least once every few weeks. Last time I was there -they were evicting people from tables including one couple who had just sat down with their coffees and were told because they were already drinking standing up they had no claim to a table. This time 15 min in the shop I was followed around/uncomfortably stared at the store and told by employee I wasn't allowed to read/open the the book if I didn't buy it- because it needed to be in sellable condition. Have never had this issue at any other book seller globally (big box, independent or mom and pop), and I didn't do anything that would damage a book. I was there for about 30 min and just felt so unwelcome I left. This place used to be so friendly and a great place to hang out- but now it feels like the want you to immediately buy a book/drink and leave as soon as they can kick you out. read more