Roebling Point is a specialty bookstore located near the suspension bridge. Nestled in a refurbished, turn-of-the-century house, one could easily mistake this business as a residence. Once inside, the vibrantly colored rooms are lined with crisp, new reading material. You'll want to stay all day. Roebling Point primarily sells travel and outdoor guide books for the Cincinnati area. They also have a large local culture section, including an entire room with Reds and other sports nostalgia. Many local authors have their literature sold here. If you're a tourist, definitely have a look around the shop. If you're searching for a rare title or are just in need of a unique read, look no further than Roebling Point! read more

I love coming across small "mom and pop shops" with loads to offer. They're cozy, often less crowded, and just have that down-to-earth feel that brings warmth to the center of my chest: this place doesn't disappoint. You walk in and see: the books propped up on display, some plush chairs, a table, and some snazzy cool decorIf you keep walking straight, you'll find the coffee shop portion of the bookstore (but I'm sure your nose will be enough to lead you there, hehe). The setup is definitely unique in itself: there are a few connecting rooms that you can walk around to sift through books, and the middle room has a comfy couch--which is GREAT because I feel very much at home that way! All the workers are pretty friendly, and some even display their own art on the chalkboard or on the walls. Swanky for sure. Because it is a smaller store, they don't have the largest selection of books, but hey, that drawback is pretty expected, and I'm personally not especially bothered by it. Free wifi. BOOKS. Coffee. Pastries. Ambience. Character. Great staff. OH WAIT: it is also CANINE FRIENDLY!!! Bring your pups! Bring the neighbor's dogs! Haha! Overall, this place is excellent. I really like it, and it is definitely worth checking out! read more

Roebling Point Books & Coffee is in a crevice of Covington near the Roebling bridge. They carry a variety of books from Classics to children books. You won't have a problem finding books from newer, popular authors. Sit an enjoy a reasonably priced iced coffee in the cozy shop while reading Herman Melville. Hint* check out the used book selection as well, they need love to read more

They keep getting better and better. The coffee, the book selection, the happy staff. This bookstore makes this area of Covington feel like a community. read more

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This was a cute little coffee shop with a fun and different book shop. The barista was super friendly. I ordered the newsprint latte with almond milk (soy is the other dairy alternative). They have paper straws!!! read more

I'm at the bookstore two to three times a week to write, to meet people and to enjoy great coffee. I can't imagine Covington or me without this gem. Everyone who comes to RoPoBo is part of the community there. read more

The guy behind the counter was rude and sort of a jerk. The coffee and pumpkin muffins were good though, he did not manage to ruin it!

Oh am I happy that I came here! This place is beautiful! It's filled with books and has such a calm atmosphere. There is literally something for everyone hear, even if it takes some searching to find it! The coffee was a bit over priced if I do say so.. BUT, if I'm just paying to hangout here, I'm fine with that! read more

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Good coffee. Exceptional cold chi tea latte. What was really interesting about this bookstore is they have a collection of hand bound, hand printed, woodblock print books. It's very rare to find these kinds of books in any book shop read more

Continuing my Cincy coffee tour, I decided to drop in to Roebling today. It has coffee, it has books... what more could one need? It's actually located in Covington, just across the river from Cincy and just a bit east of the Roebling Bridge. It's a smaller, more specialty bookstore, with several rooms in which to peruse the books, or sit at a table or in a large chair and enjoy their free wifi. Oh yeah, and have some java too. I ordered a large latte (2 shots) and a cinnamon roll, which was made by a local baker across the river. (There's not much in the way of eats, though their FB says they are looking to provide more). Both were very good. The latte, served in a go cup, was good but not spectacular in my opinion (Sidewinder does better and likely is my fav right now...), but better that Sbux - well, if you want a great cup of coffee, you won't necessarily find it at Sbux anyway. They have a small "cafe" area in which they prepare your drinks and, considering the size of it, they can prepare a fair number of different drinks. The cinnamon roll was very good, very fresh and sweet but not overly so and light and tasty. The ambiance is what makes it. If you like books and coffee together, without liking the huge BN bookstores and such, this is the place. Very cozy, somewhat intimate with the little rooms you can hang out in, and essentially quiet, they do also appear to have an open policy of allowing other food inside, as a group of people are busy chowing on Chipotle and chatting away. Definitely a cooler place to hang out at... All in all, I gave Roebling a 4-star because: coffee is very good but not the best I've had (and there are differences in something as basic as a latte..), the bookstore and it's coziness is very kewl, and the location seems in an awesome place, just off the river (too cold to check out the neighborhood..). And, from the little I saw, I do like the clientele - young and vibrant, "real.." As was the guy who made my drink.... ;-) So yes, I would recommend Roebling for those who like the coffee-bookstore, and yes, I would visit again. So check it out! read more

Always has the best coffee, great staff, a puppy to greet you, and treats for you pup friend! Great for working or looking for a book to read through. You can order inside or outside which is super convenient. read more

I've been inside before but never purchased any coffee until this Friday. I was really impressed with the atmosphere and the space within the walls of this little shop. It's really inviting and makes you want to stay on one of their couches forever. The barista was really laid back and helpful with any questions I may have had. Overall a great place to stay fo read more

Roebling is the go to spot if you're looking for a delicious coffee (cool flavor choices) and a quiet space to read. I like the antique feel of the place and the coffee I had was amazing. The only reason I took a star away is because there were mosquitoes in there the last time I was in and my legs got big enough for me to leave before I chose a book to buy. read more

I went to Covington to see the Basilica of the Assumption. Then I wanted a coffee. This bookstore is as great as the stain windows in the Basilica and a wonderful find. The cappuccino was perfectly brewed. The rooms are cozy and full of wonderful books. Please support places like this. Since the bridge is closed, there is likely less foot traffic. read more

This is one of my favorite places in Northern Kentucky to come. It's quaint, eclectic and a must if you're a book lover, coffee lover, or any type of local business explorer. I love the fact that they are dog friendly and I often come in to read or study with my maltipoo in tow. There are floor to ceiling book shelves covered with everything from classics, new releases and historical biographies to local Covington/Cincinnati guide books and more. The books aren't arranged in alphabetical order and it's not a place to come if you are looking for a particular book to buy (where's the fun in that?) but if you are looking to browse in a genre that you enjoy, sip some coffee while you do so, and then snuggle in a big arm chair or comfy couch while you read for an hour or two, this is the place for you. They also write different quotes in chalk around the store and that's such a special touch. LOVE LOVE LOVE this place!! read more

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We stopped in here on a photo walk around town. I love the ambiance- they have a lot of good books there, both used and new, I believe. The coffee was decent. It was sort of confusing because we ordered Americanos and the menu made it seem like there was only one size, but the barista asked me if I wanted a small or large. It was the same price, so I think he just put more water in it which I didn't like. I'm not sure if there's anywhere to sit down in here- I know there is a second room off of the small ordering area but I can't imagine there's a table in there. So it might be a shop, grab and go kind of place. Ok coffee, but great book selection. Both local and national titles. read more

Stopped in here today because I heard they may have the best Hot Chocolate...and they do! I ordered a small Hot Cocoa with whole milk, and it just tastes so, so good. The staff is very nice, as are the customers! It takes awhile to get a drink made because they aren't spit out from a machine. They are hand-made. So that gave the folks in line time to get to know each other. I actually got a business card from the lady in front of me so I could send her some information for an event she's working on. And the gentleman in front of me gave an extra pastry to the lady behind him. It was such a lovefest and it made my day. But go here for the best Hot Chocolate in the city! read more

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This is my all-time favorite place in Cincinnati/NKY. As an avid reader and caffeine lover, it's the best of both worlds for me! The staff is super friendly, everything is reasonably priced, and it's so cute and cozy! I recommend this place to everyone for a quiet place to read! read more

Very very friendly staff with great coffee and a cozy bookstore of its own, what more can you ask for? Great location by the Roebling bridge! read more

Adorable little coffee shop/book store. I stopped in to grab a few coffees to take to a meeting. Cozy appearance and good coffees. The atmoshere though was a bit odd, it just felt off like almost judgemental. It was just a wierd vibe. I'll definitly give it another shot, because it really is adorable. I'm curious if anyone else felt what I described, maybe it was just a fluke. read more

Bookstore itself itself was cute/quaint and had good selection, including the coffee options. The service though... very awkward. The employees didn't greet us or crack a smile. No customer service as we were making our purchases. Not even a thanks when we left. Just really uncomfortable all around. Not sure if we'll go back. read more

A wonderful place with great people. The atmosphere is incredibly relaxed and comfortable. The coffee, smoothies, and treats are yummy and served with a smile. This is a great place to unwind and browse the books or even get a little work done. read more

Delightful quaint bookshop with a barista and a community room! GET the cheese scallion biscuits to go with your coffee, you won't regret it! read more

If you're a bookworm you'd love this place. It almost reminds me of a scene from Harry Potter. My wife and I went here this past Saturday. We try to go to a different coffee house every weekend and this was one I picked. I was so surprised when I went inside. After the two ladies greeted us, they walked us through their menu in detail. Very nice. The books though!! I thought it would be more of a gimmicky book store vibe. Like you couldn't purchase any of the books or something like that but I was wrong. You can have a cup of coffee and a Holtman's donut and read any of the thousands of books there. The drinks were great. I can't remember the name of what got. I think it was called the New Sprint. It was very good. I highly recommend and please stay awhile to look around. read more

Best coffee I've ever had anywhere plus a great selection of books. A local hub of activity and a place to water your dog

Walked over here from downtown Cincy on the Roebling St. bridge. Great little place to curl up with a good book and a warm beverage. Great barista and menu of offerings. Bathroom could be a little cleaner, but it will definitely not prevent me from returning several times. As other Yelpers have mentioned, has a great little room for kids with various kids-themed books. read more

This bookstore is worthy of returning, for many times. And each time, you will be synced with renewed energy. Outside, the shop is conveniently located at river front. Inside, the books and the people are friendly and engaging. It makes a difference when both visitors and shopkeepers make a mutual effort to create something melodic in the space of a myriad of possibilities. read more

This place is one of my favorite coffee places EVER! When I first came to Roebling Point, I knew that it was a hidden treasure. The customer service, coffee, and overall vibes are close to perfection. It's a very cute and quaint location, but that also means that there is sometimes no room to sit. If that happens, it's in walking distance to the river, so I can take my to go cup down there and enjoy the Cincy/NKY views! read more

This is not a true coffee shop and the iced coffee taste horrible. It is a book store with coffee as an extra. I was very disappointed in he iced coffee that I had. If you are wanting coffee I would recommend your hitting some of the other coffee shops in Covington. read more

Ok books and coffee with nice seating go together. This shop does it great. The book selection is unique and much better than you would expect. Coffee is very good too. Well balanced little shop. read more

This place is so cute and quiet! Absolutely love the coffee, outdoor seating, employees, and indoor seating. They have comfy couches and seats to enjoy your coffee and book with. Also they're dog friendly which I love! read more

Excellent location for book lovers and coffee lovers alike. Happened across it when I town for a convention. Great find.

I thought Groove Cafe was pretty good, but 30 minutes later I stumbled on this gem. Not only was the chai tea latte 5x better than Groove's, the atmosphere was better too. It's half local bookstore (a rarity these days), half little coffee shop. I liked both halves and I would definitely come back. The service was absolutely top-notch. read more

I recently just moved to the Cincinnati area from Corvallis and I've been on a hunt to find me of a place that reminds me of home. It was so nice to wander in this past weekend to find such a cute little gem in the heart of Covington. The book selections were fantastic and the coffee was even better. The man who helped me had a cute little hair curl and had a genuine helpful attitude that made me feel welcomed. Definitely will be back again to spend another lovely Saturday afternoon in such a homey spot. read more

Happened upon this place when I was looking for coffee. Didn't realize it was also a book store! It is a great little place with an awesome selection of books and a really decent vanilla latte. I will be back next time I'm in town! read more

A real gem in the neighborhood. Great books, coffee and always a treat to run into neighbors and meet new ones.

The drinks/service/prices are all outstanding. The rewards program (6 drink purchases = 1 free ANYTHING) is really nice. The location is also great - right next to the shuttle stop and by the river. read more

Terrific coffee at a reasonable price with great service. You really can't ask for more! Haven't tried any of the pastries or food, but the coffee is more than enough to warrant 5 stars. read more

What a beautiful coffee shop and book store. I could have stayed here all day, lounging in the comfy chairs and reading from the great variety of fun and interesting books. Friendly service and good prices. read more

I live right next to Roebling Point, and could not be more happy to have this gem so close. Whenever we have guest come I turn I always take them here and they love it. The coffee is great too and they have fun specialty lattes. It feels super cozy and welcoming inside. read more