The cutest bookstore and cafe/bistro in downtown Georgetown! Love that their book selection is curated, focused heavily on modern fiction and not overwhelming. They have an excellent selection of children's books and an adorable play area for kids, complete with a coloring station and mini indoor play structure to enjoy while parents browse. The cafe is run by an independent business and has an extensive drink + food menu to eat onsite as well as freshly made casseroles and entrees to take home. The store also supplies artisanal local products (oils, soaps, etc.), cards, and other cute stationary to explore. They host book clubs and other programming regularly. I could spend hours here! Visit and support this local gem! read more

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This bookstore is so cute! I recommend checking it out and supporting local. We were just stopping in to kill some time before getting brunch at the Monument, and I wish we had known about the little cafe set up in here. They have fun jewelry, stationary, and other handmade art from local artists. There were different genres of books on display. I personally like romance/fiction/fantasy, and wish there was more of that, but I definitely enjoyed checking out the selection they had. read more

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Our sorority was celebrating a sorority sister book launch this weekend at the Park & Owl Booksellers. This is the first time I've been to this bookstore. It's small, intimate and cozy. The owner conveyed this a woman owned and woman led bookstore. She also said some of their key bookstore tenets was inclusion, intersectionality, and authenticity. A total of 5 authors shared their thoughts on becoming authors, challenges and opportunities. The authors discussed different genres of books - children books, sci-fi, romance, poems and biographies. One author shared some thought-provoking messages: "You don't what you think until you see what you say. Words were currency and powerful." She also said her mother never asked her how her day was but instead what questions did you ask in class. She indicated these questions provoked deeper conversations. This was a great event... read more

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I love this indie bookstore! Great variety of books, yummy cafe, and great gift selection available.

This was our first time here so going to go over what I liked and what I think hurts it. The Good: The location is nice, once you kind of figure out the parking there is a good amount but some of it a bit further away. The outside is nice and welcoming. The staff we interacted with was friendly and outgoing. We bought a gift card, Shana got a coffee, and I got a book so we interacted with several people. The place is pretty roomy and makes good use of the space, it has a area to sit and read, eat and talk. Lots of open areas so you don't feel crowded and a good mix of books, earrings, stickers, and various other gifts and merch. It has a solid mix of products and presented nicely. It is a cute place and relaxing, it was never packed but never fully empty the whole time we were there. Shana enjoyed the coffee and they had several options for type and milks. SHANA SAYS: I loved the strawberry cake, you could taste the real strawberries. If the other food or pastries are half as good this would be a great place to eat. They have a bistro with various foods and snacks. We were here for a birthday so they had out various snack foods such as strawberries, pickles, cheeses, meats, grapes, and more. Then a strawberry cake all of it really good. They supplied lemonade if you were not a coffee drinker. The bathroom was clean and stocked really well, and they have some limited board games to play if that is your thing. They also have a phone by the bathrooms with a list of places and services for help for all sorts of things. See pictures but they have suicide hotlines, hotlines for help if your in trouble. It was nice to see. The Bad: Sadly there were some issues. They have 3 bathrooms that are unisex but only one was working. One was out of order and the other had a sign saying it was not yet bathroom ready? Whatever that means. The drink options for non coffee drinkers was very very limited. It listed soda but they had Diet Coke and no other options. It seemed like this was not normal so I don't know if they usually have a larger selection. They do have water in dispenser but even they didn't know if it had any water in it. Luckily it did, no bottled water for sale either. Not the worst things but does make it tough if you want to hang around. Overall it is a nice and relaxing place with great staff which is always awesome to see and some unique touches. It is a bit out of our way so sadly we won't make it here a lot but it is worth checking out and always great to support Local. read more

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I love this bookstore!! We came in for the Valentines day pop up including tattoos, making teas/milk bath/essential oils, & love letter writing. There's a cafe inside as well! I had a lovely Italian cherry cream soda + toast. The staff is always amazingly helpful & friendly. Support the Gtown community and show this store some love!! read more

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First, the good: Plenty of parking. The bad: Exceedingly poor selection. Staff seemed annoyed by my questions. The book I did manage to find was priced at $34 when I could order the exact same book on amazon for $16. I would be willing to pay a little more to support local business, but that's too much. I can see why this place is having financial difficulty. Do better. read more

Not enough good things to say about this place. Most inclusive book store I've ever had the pleasure of visiting. Will absolutely make it a regular outing. Loved the wide selection of books, several different genres and categories. A specially deserved end cap for banned books I thought were fitting. There's a section for cook books, and a cubby for recipe cards! Take one, leave one. Thought it was a really unique addition I had to take part in! Loved the areas of small business showcases that had stickers, jewelry, cards, journals, book marks, so much! Thank you Lark & Owl, for creating a safe space for LGBTQ+ members and allies! read more

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This is my all time favorite bookstore. The booksellers are so kind and helpful, the owners are good people who do good things for the community, they put on amazing events. It's truly a third place. read more

While I'm a fan of Barnes & Noble and Amazon...NOTHING is better than having and supporting a great little bookshop in your area. We're lucky enough to have Lark and Owl in Georgetown. Talk about tiny but powerful! Not only are the staff educated about what's on the shelves (read they're real readers too) but they're just great to chat with. A wide selection of books (I always find something in the fiction section) including a great kids section with a little area for the kiddos to hang out and read. For the adults, there's a great little coffee shop/bistro and sitting area to read...or work (they have plugs for laptops!). There's a super fun gift/knick knack section too that never ceases to elicit a chuckle. If you're looking for gifts for yourself or fellow book nerds...it's here. The shop has such a great, chill vibe. They've also just included a used book section which I love and I was able to pick up a year's old first edition printing of a book from a local author who was having an author talk at the store. Oh ya, and about that, they have an amazing author series bringing in writers from all genres! If you're currently reading it...they're probably getting the author to come talk about it! When I have a bad day, I head to the bookshop and this store and staff never cease to lighten my spirits and make me happy. Stop by and support a local, woman-owned bookstore. We need to keep this store around for years to come! read more

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When you have a 45 min wait for the monument cafe, you explore and find this gem! First of all, a coffee shop? Yes. It's such a cute quirky joint, they def need to bring more of these around! Everyone working was so sweet too! read more

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Quaint bookstore, amazing cafe with delicious treats, and small gifts section. Check out their events page for more ways to connect. I have personally enjoyed their tea parties. read more

LOVE THAT IT HAS A CAFE! Great options between sandwiches. (Hot or cold). The drinks again (hot or cold) are very good. & the desserts are even better. Bookstore is adorable & even has a little spot for the kiddos. My grandson loves it! Great lil place to spend spend off time or hang out w the kids. Something for both of you. read more

Book stores. Am I right?! You love em or you meh em. This one is on the love list. Why? Because it's cute. Because it has books. Because it has a cafe with caffeine and tasty treats. And because it's not a big chain store that has had the personality bleached out of it. What it's missing? That musty old book smell that is actually kind of cool like the smell of well-worn leather or earthy petrichor just before a summer rainstorm, but that's because the books here are too new to tell olfactory tales. However, the cafe will help fill the air with an inviting sweetness. If you find yourself in Georgetown, be sure to check out this local favorite and support small biz while giving your brain the stimulation it craves. I'd give it two thumbs up, but my hands are busy holding a book. read more

Lark & Owl is a unique book store. The shelves are not piled high but rather curated with thoughtful choices. There is a mix of books and trinkets among the store. They have unique stickers, bookmarks, socks and locally created items. There is an outside area to sit that is perfect for a sunny day. The bookstore is solid but the coffee shop not to the same par. I got a latte extra shot with almond milk and an earl grey cookie. The cookie was phenomenal! It has a crisp edge with a gooey center and the flavors were on point. The latte on the other hand was shockingly an outlier to the whole experience. It tasted burnt and lacked any flavors of the coffee. After one sip I wanted to return it but I had already driven off. Hopefully there is a move to elevate that experience all in all a great place to check out. read more

This is an adorable independent book store with a cafe, area for kids, does special events with authors...so happy I went in! The staff is amazing! Can't wait to go back! read more

Adorable book store in Georgetown! Everything is so quirky and visually appealing. Did not have the opportunity to try their cafe but everything looked great. Would recommend coming to browse and enjoy all the unique touches! read more

One of my top favorite bookstores! Every time I visit Austin I must stop by. The selection is on the narrow side, but they offer a WIDE genre selection, a lot of signed copies, a kids' corner, a café, and local products (candles, stationary, puzzles, jewelry, stickers). The owners are very nice & I know they host a lot of events. Just haven't timed my visits with any yet! read more

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A great local bookstore with a variety of authors to choose from. There's a cute coffee and treats bar inside that serves pastries, charcuterie, etc. and I love their author talks and community events. It's a great place to sip, read and chill. read more

This place looks amazing! It's a coffee shop and bookstore, super super cute! The staff is chill and hospitable, very nice! The coffee was just ok for me, my boyfriend didn't like his. We asked for modifications but he still didn't like it, said it tasted burned. If we were to come back to this city, we may go to another place of our coffee, but other than that this is still a cool place to visit read more

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Such a cute bookstore! So many adorable and quirky gift options, a trendy café space, and creative play area for kids spanning three different levels with a chalkboard, reading nook and toys. To the previous reviewer who complained about them only having social justice message kids books.........*hard eye roll* you really just didn't even try. Their kids section is BIG for a small local bookstore. My kids keep asking to go back! I heard about them from a group of local authors because they are such staunch supporters of Austin area writers. They have so many author events and other fun collabs that I can't wait to attend when I can get a night off. read more

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I stopped in over the weekend to get some work done outside of my house. This is a great spot northwest of Georgetown square if you are looking to go alone or with a friend. Previously, I've dined here for brunch and was pleasantly surprised with the food. This experience was a pinch lackluster, as the two employees informed me they could only offer what slim options were available in the cold case. For it being midday Saturday, I was surprised that they had so little, and it seemed like no further fresh foods would be made. I settled on a chicken wrap and lemonade, and while they were good, I was a bit saddened that I had so few options. My advice would be to come earlier to ensure you have a shot at more variety and their full menu, because the food and drinks are tasty. Another fun fact about this cafe is that they feature local art for sale on the walls, should you be so enticed by the decoration that you want to bring some of it home. I will absolutely be back, because I adore bookshops and cafes, and even midday on Saturday, there was enough quiet for me to be productive. read more

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Stumbled upon this place while walking downtown Georgetown. From the front door to the back this place stole my heart. It's woman owned, inclusive, hip enough for adults and young teens but still very much kid friendship. They have the cutest coffee bar/bakery and attached is a wine bar. They have book clubs you can sign up for and local crafts. They even have a little gift section. I got a few greeting cards and some books and other gifts. I plan to join a book club since I'm currently reading one of the selections. read more

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I'm visiting my sister in Texas for the Christmas vacation after she came to see me a week earlier to drive to Colorado. She took me to this spot on a Sunday and it was such a delightful experience. We sat at the bar and ordered the tomato soup and grilled cheese as well as the French toast. We also ordered a mimosa and cappuccino. The food was really flavorful and fresh. Definitely made to order. After dinner we perused the book store and found two amazing graphic novels and fun stickers. The staff were very friendly as well. This is definitely a good spot to check out if you're visiting or even if you're a local looking for a nice place to eat and even work. read more

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Great place to hang out and relax with a snack or meal at their new restaurant and chef. Delicious and healthy too.

How have I not written a review of Lark and Owl before?? This is one of my favorite places in Georgetown and one my favorite independent bookstores, anywhere. I try to visit every time I am in town. The book selection is good, but even better, the people who work there legitimately read books, so you can geek out with fellow readers without feeling like a freak. The cafe is good, too. Lark and Owl makes me happy every time I am there - I credit L&O with turning my daughter onto reading. It's a special place. read more

This bookstore has everything you need including books, games/puzzles, arts and crafts, plants, jewelry, and more! Things are priced as indie bookstores typically are. The shelves are organized well with a lot of showcased books in case you need some guidance or inspiration on what to purchase. As other reviewers mentioned, the books are progressive which I appreciate! The aesthetic is also very trendy. Support local!! read more

Cute indie book store / cafe. Great place for book clubs, coffee, author meet ups and signings.

We attended Don Bentley's new book release party for "Catch or Kill". It was a wonderful event hosted by the Lark and Owl staff. They served special cocktails, snacks and had live music. The bookstore and bistro is spacious and quaint at the same time. Great hidden gem just off the square. Locally owned. I highly recommend it. read more

Quirky and fun bookstore! Find great books and unique and cool gifts. You can also purchase coffee or food from the Bistro. There's indoor and outdoor seating. Friendly and helpful staff have some fabulous book recs as well. Shop local! Support independent bookstores! read more

What an incredible cornerstone of this community!!! The selection of books is so diverse and varied in genre and the store itself is adorable. read more

Georgetown's newest bookstore and bistro! I LOVE this place. I do only live about 15 mins away now so that's a plus. They haven't officially open yet (Opening Party is Thursday, August 29th). Oh! Quick look at their website shows that they are partying all weekend! It's a lovely place. If you love bookstores, this is definitely a place you want to visit. They have parking and a children's play area that will occupy your child's time! They have mats and an upper level for the kids with lounge chairs. There's a chalk board for your child to unleash their creativity. For the adults, they have a bar and ample space for you to sit and contemplate the crissi situation of the world or just read a book. I have to say, I'm very impressed with the book collection and their set up. I love wandering around the maze like book shelves to see what I can discover. Needless to say, I will be here quite often. I also spied a fig tree in their outdoor courtyard. I'm not sure about their plans or that area but I can only imagine how nice it will be to be in that courtyard during the cooler months! Good luck L&O! You guys are my favorite bookstore and all my book purchases belongs to you! read more

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Lark & Owl is a charming bookshop with attached cafe in Georgetown. After hearing about it from fellow bookworms, I finally made the trek with fellow booklovers and was immediately enchanted. Not only is there a pretty good selection for the space (which is one story, and not very big) but it's also beautifully designed. Every surface has something pretty or adorable on it, even the ceiling tile above the registers which is wallpapered with a pretty design. Aside from books, there are gift and home items like soy candles and coffee mugs, attire like Out of Print® shirts and store logo tees, and boozy drinks at the cafe. The store is independently founded, owned, and run by women. I am trying to watch my budget but I was happy to give money to this company. Though I'm not in Georgetown that often, I would definitely go back to keep supporting this business. read more

Lark & Owl Booksellers - A cozy niche of books and seating area for browsing - Bookstores Near Me - Georgetown, Texas

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I have tried twice to support this local business. Today, I could not find any of the book I was looking for. Last time I also could not find what I was looking for. Also , the cafe was not open and was told they didn't have staff to open the cafe. However, the bakery case was full of product. If they are closed on Monday and had no cafe staff today, just how fresh is the product they serve? I won't be back. read more

I had a Christmas gift card and had never been. This place is exactly what you want! It's local, smallish and has a great selection. The employees were fantastic about giving a good book recommendation. I used my gift card of $25 and purchased two books and a new planner for work. Totally reasonable prices. It smelled like fresh books and coffee inside which i/m 10/10 for! If you're a book lover, this is the place you're looking for. 10/10, my new book store. read more

Christmas Eve, I was so excited to stumble upon an actual bookstore. As I walked in with my sister-in-law for some last minute book shopping we were immediately overwhelmed by what felt like a charming store we so often reminisce. After ten minutes of browsing, I found a great book for my wife, she found some great children's books. As we were attempting to add to our collection of books one of the employees walked with brisk towards my sister-in-law and grabbed her coffee cup, stating in a faux-charming tone, how she cannot carry that cup because of the law. The law? Because this bookstore serves wine and/or coffee, they, or we, could get in trouble if we brought in coffee from an outside vendor. It wasn't clear but it was a very idol waste of her breath. The whole execution of taking coffee out of our hands and threatening of some sort of breach of law, get a life. I was trying so hard to show my visiting family the lovely city of Georgetown and the glimpse of a charming bookstore was quickly ruined. I'm very thankful I found the exact book on Amazon for less money and no threat of me breaking the law. read more

This was the first time I went in there to purchase a book - the previous time being to order breakfast when getting my hair done next door. I was on the hunt for a kids book for an upcoming baby shower. I had trouble finding a non political /social justice book for the parents to be and baby. What happened to books without an agenda? I was about to purchase "Oh the Places You'll Go" but decided to take my money elsewhere. What a shame because it's a cute store. read more

This book store is amazing! The book selection is lovely and there are so many buttons and stickers and trinkets. Not to mention all the notebooks. It's genuinely really lovely. The staff is incredibly helpful and kind. They're happy to give you recommendations or show you around if they aren't too busy. The bistro was closed when I was there. But they have free cold water and a nice little sitting area to drink or read whatever book you purchased! Which is really lovely read more

Lark & Owl Bistro (@larkandowlbistro) If you extracted this little bistro from this beautiful, homey atmosphere into some gangsta alley, I'd still labor to have their breakfast. Their Croque Madam ($9.50) is a buttered thick white toast sandwich with ham, gruyere (I don't even know what this is people!) and topped with bechemel ( ) sauce sunny side egg. I'm not really a French food person - there's a unnecessary prestige entitlement that usually comes with - but I sure like me this mademoiselle. Stop ordering biscuits and gravy and your Cracker Barrel and come here. The creme sauce is much less salty and fresher than your southern cooked gravy. It's much more manageable and on the pallet, and it paired well with the crisp crust of the toast and the airiness of the white bread. When mixed with the deep orange yolk, it's at a different level of satisfaction. The ham has a sweetness (but not cinnamon brown sugar) that keep you going. The cheeses - natural stringy cheese that make you regret all the American and cheddar cheese you've ever consumed in your life. Then to brighten this up a bit, the side mixed salad uses high quality butter lettuce and acidic dressing that breaks up all the creaminess (like cranberry to the Thanksgiving turkey). Have it and chill for the rest of your day . . Oh and by the way, in addition to coffees and food they also do cocktails. Something to sip on while you watch the kids in the kiddy book corner read more

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A neat little place. Cool idea for a coffee shop to be able to buy a book and sit to read. As for the coffee I wasn't too impressed. My vanilla latte was not well made and tasted burnt though the chai latte was just fine. read more