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    The Book & Bee

    4.5 (85 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 3:00 pm

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    Love the many different cups (Jade chose the best one for me)
    Jenny D.

    I came here to say with my sister because we grew up with a tea cafe and missed the aesthetic and wow was I SHOCKED in the best possible way. Not only was the decor and aesthetic inviting and so detailed but the food was delicious and the service amazing (Jade). We went all out with cauliflower bisque, two different teas and scones (The Hobbit and The Highlander teas), a blueberry cobbler cheesecake and a limoncello. Every part of the meal was delicious. We absolutely will be back and can't wait to try the other teas. We also were able to take the leftovers for our tea pots and this makes me so excited! So many great bookish references -- it made my nerd heart happy

    Amanda K.

    This place is so cute. The food and drinks are amazing. Staff were all so sweet. Was there on vacation but can't wait to go back!

    Lillyanne s party

    The Gatsby tea is delicious! The waitstaff was great with a 5yr Olds birthday party. All the girls had a great time!

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    Lizzy G.

    My husband and I went to Hendersonville for a day trip and were recommended this place. We thought it was a book store but were pleasantly surprised to learn it's a cafe! Our sandwiches were delicious. Loved the sourdough bread. They had a literature-themed menu that was enjoyable to read and make selections from. Our server was kind and our food came out quickly. This would be a great spot for a mommy-daughter date. Highly recommend!

    Coconut cake with cinnamon tea.

    Delightful lunch with dessert there today. Delicious soup, salad and sandwiches. We loved the cinnamon tea! The desserts were the best EVA! Coconut cake was yummy! Blueberry cheesecake was delish. And the peanut butter landslide pie was very good, too. What makes this place an experience is the beautiful decor and the sweet vibe. Highly recommend!

    Afternoon tea set up with chai and dessert teas
    Shelby D.

    We went and did afternoon tea on a Thursday, which comes with the tiered treat dishes and two kettles of tea per your choosing. There was so much food and tea we had to get a box to take some home! Which was pretty awesome with how filling everything was despite how dainty and cutesy the food was. We got the dessert tea and the chai, and they were both just so good. My only complaints are on how tiny the table was that we were sat at. In the picture, you can see the things we received were really tight together. The other would be on the size of the room we were in. A lot of times we had to lean closer because it just got so LOUD with how many people were in the smaller room with us while also trying to talk amongst themselves. And a bathroom entrance. Overall it was a fun experience, and I would like to go back sometime. Just probably not in the England room lol

    Carl S.

    Absolutely wonderful food and many options of tea. This feels like it came straight out of London... Stafford incredibly nice and very helpful... The ambience is set with different themes for different rooms. I really love this place... The bangers and mash are awesome.

    White chocolate and blueberry crumble cheesecake with a cup of The Hobbit tea
    Margaret C.

    Had a lovely brunch here. The setting is fantastical and whimsy. Very Instagram worthy with a cute outfit. Enjoyed a pot of The Hobbit with a few lumps of brown sugar. The quiche was delicious and filling and the side of seasonal fruit was perfect in terms of color, ripeness, and taste. The white chocolate and blueberry crumble cheesecake is great way to round off the meal. It sweet, light and if you're not full with your meal; this will fill you up. The service was quick and responsive to diners needs. Pricing is decent given the location and whimsy of the place. I over indulged myself and spent less than $35 tea, another pot of tea, an entree and dessert. My price also included a tip.

    April H.

    I am a huge tea person and have mostly been disappointed in the offerings here since I moved to NC. I am so glad that I found Book & Bee! This is the best tea house I have found here and I don't care that it is two hours from my house, I plan to come here as often as possible. The tea selection is amazing, the food SOOOO good (and cute) and the service is nice as well. The entire place is decorated really pretty and has great a great feel throughout. I can't wait to come back here again.

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    Ed B.

    This fun and interesting restaurant can get busy. We like having lunch here on Tuesday late morning. The atmosphere, ambiance and service is wonderful. Just enough of the tea room experience without getting stuffy. The Reuben, chicken salad Waldorf and mad hatter sandwiches are delicious. The side of pea/onion or green salad are tasty and generous. Servers are friendly and helpful. Transactions can be paid for at the table. Don't forget to add a wrapped surprise book for an extra couple bucks. Makes a nice gift for readers.

    Shar H.

    Well, enjoying this area I was very lucky to have a chance to eat at this classic café. Such good foods to enjoy and freshness and quality is all included. Someone in our party ordered the Steinbach chicken salad, I saw Agatha's meatloaf and mashed potatoes, was also on the menu. The Hobbits Shepard pie was delish!! Food that tastes good & such wonderful presentation. I'm amazed I've never heard of this cafe before.

    Peach oolong tea and "Pan's Panini" with Mac and Cheese as a side.

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    An awesome restaurant. Fantastic food. Very pretty. No reservations. The desserts are especially a treat.

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    Such a beautiful little tea shop! Wonderful customer service! Definitely a must visit when passing through !

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    4.4
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    This morning my family and I decided to get up early and grab a bite at Arabella's in downtown…read moreHendersonville. Usually we come around 10ish and there's a small wait or the place is just really packed (even outdoor seating). But today we stopped around 8:30 and there was only a couple of tables taken up. We were greeted with a smile right away and taken to a table. We were given 2 different menus. One containing the different breakfast and brunch options they offer and the second one with the coffees and alcoholic beverages. Once you look at the menu you see that there is a lot of the basic breakfast options you can find at other restaurants. But what also makes the menu different is that they offer latin breakfast and lunch items like huevos rancheros, huevos con chorizo, tacos, burritos, and quesadillas. Since it was so early I decided to go with the huevos rancheros since I've never had them here before. I also decided to go with the honey bear latte (iced) with oat milk as my drink for this morning. My latte was really good! It had hints of vanilla, cinnamon, and honey. The oat milk mixed in perfectly making the latte have a nice creamy taste. Once my dish came out I was happy at the presentation of the plate. I ordered my eggs overhard and they came topped with salsa roja, queso fresco, and cilantro. All of this was placed on top of a fried tortilla and given to me with a side of home fries. Over all I did like the dish. I will say the salsa roja threw me off because I expected it to be a little more spicy, however it had a more citrus/lime taste to it. The home fries however were a 10/10 for me, I liked how crispy they were and how I didn't need to add more salt and pepper to them. Overall I really did enjoy my time this morning at Arabella's. Our server was super nice and attentive with us. The atmosphere is calming. Also it's nice to see the people of Hendersonville coming in and supporting this local business. If you're from the area or a tourist definitely check this place out. You wont be dissapointed.

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    Love love love the concept of a sober bar and this place takes it to the next level. It's a sober…read morebar, coffee shop and community space. They have events and great drinks and community meet ups. I love that a lot of the money and all of the tips go right back into the sober community. It shows a true investment and passion. This is also not just a space for sober or sober. Curious people, it truly feels like a space for all. They have open mic nights and book clubs. The pineapple drink and the local jam one (seasonal) one I had were amazing. Didn't get into eu Manhattan. Tasted very weird. Love trying other drinks at other places and I love that the workers here enjoy their job and are creative. Haven't tried the coffee but it looks great. As I said, the manager and workers are all very creative and kind with the best intentions. Love supporting a spot like this.

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