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    The Writer's Block

    4.7 (456 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 2 weeks ago

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    THE WRITER'S BLOCK ATMOSPHERE

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    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Pay D.

    I've been meaning to check out the writers block for a bit and glad I was in the area to stop by. This bookstore is so fitting here, excited to see more of this. Rating 4 stars only because I got there after 4 and the cafe was closed, and there's quite a bit going on inside - so I was quickly in and out. Seems to have a curated selection, will certainly stop by and try again.

    card I bought here
    Joann B.

    I found out about Writer's Block from @norma.geli and planned a visit during my Vegas trip. I enjoy walking through bookstores especially when they also sell cute tchotchkes. I saw these cute animal figurines that hold one single candle, my favorite was the octopus ($55). It's small and fits in the palm of your hand. I wish I had bought it, because how often do you get to blow out a birthday candle sitting in a cute, little octopus. This is a great shop and more than worth a visit. There is only street parking, but you might get lucky and find a spot at the front. The seating for the coffee shop is limited. Finding a table for more than two people can be challenging, there were only two 4-tops, 2-3 seats at the bar and maybe four 2 seaters.

    Victoria M.

    We were in Vegas and saw this coffee place and had to stop This place is absolutely beautiful great vibe Customer Service was great We placed our order and walked around a bit and checked out the books and trinkets A little expensive but lots of unique items Coffee was good pasty's were delicious

    A great snack with that book.
    Susan R.

    A private little nook! Off all alone in the corner! A great book and your favorite beverage, you're "good" for hours! Welcome to the Writers Block! A bookstore and coffee shop store all together! Yes we have one of these, even here in Vegas. Nestled in the middle of nowhere downtown is yes a bookstore. A coffee shop with a huge selection of books. It reminds me of wandering through a Powells bookstore in Portland. We came to see this vision and were just blown away. The writers block was encouraging and inspiring. The employees here emphasized kindness and compassion. The store design is truly magical. It's something that needs to be shared and appreciated. Come and join the conversation. Have the best of days ahead with your projects completed with the best of intentions and surroundings. Now welcome to the writers block and all the fun that awaits you.

    One hallway
    Jaclyn T.

    I absolutely loved this place. My daughter and I are avid readers and love exploring bookstores, so when I heard about it I could not wait to have a mommy/daughter date here. They have a great selection of books covering a wide range of subjects. I especially liked the A Very Short Introduction section because it has so many interesting topics. My daughter ordered the Peach Cobbler Latte and I had the Honey and Cinnamon Latte. Both were really good. Plan to spend at least an hour browsing because there is so much to look at. There is paid street parking nearby, or you can park near 6th and Bridger for just a few dollars and easily pay through the link they text to you. They have a rewards program you can sign up for depending on how much you spend!

    Honey vanilla iced latte
    Kristine N.

    Cute concept of having a bookstore attached to a coffee shop! I got a honey vanilla latte and it was actually really good. Not too sweet or milky. The service from the baristas wasn't good nor friendly, but as long as my drink is good it's fine lol

    Suzanne C.

    Such a cute place ! It goes on forever and has any genre book you could want ! Good coffee and treat selection as well. Gets very busy so get there early!

    Bunny
    Bartholomew S.

    Great selection, added coffee shop a plus. We come every time we are in Las Vegas . Plus there is a bunny

    Pistachio latte and honey cinnamon latte
    Sarah P.

    This place is adorable! We loved the bookstore portion and all the cute birds around the store, however, we both didn't love our coffees. They made our order wrong but quickly fixed it which we appreciated. My honey cinnamon latte was just ok, I mostly drank it for the caffeine boost. My husband didn't like the pistachio latte, he ended up throwing it away. This place has so much potential we just wish the coffee was better. It is worth the visit for the vibes alone! We would give it another shot and both order something different.

    Interior
    Paige A.

    Wow, wow, wow. This place made my adult self so excited and fully brought out my inner nerd. Let's start with the coffee, so good. I honestly didn't expect it to be this solid because the bookstore itself feels so elevated, but they absolutely delivered. The café was bustling on a Sunday afternoon, and the smell of fresh coffee hit you right away. I ordered a sugar-free oat milk latte and really enjoyed it. Now the bookstore... it's big, thoughtfully laid out by genre, and packed with options. It feels like an elevated version of Barnes & Noble but with way more personality. The lighting leans a little on the dim side, but it doesn't take away from browsing at all, in fact, it kind of adds to the vibe. There are shelves everywhere plus curated tables throughout, so you'll constantly find something new. They also have the cutest selection of items in glass cases, clips, jewelry, figurines, and other unique finds. Tons of book accessories too, like reading lights and bookmarks. And yes... there's even a bunny living its best life in there, which somehow makes the whole experience even better. It's the kind of place where you can easily spend hours wandering around, finding gifts, or just hanging out. Service was super friendly, and you can tell the staff genuinely enjoys being there, which makes sense, because honestly... who wouldn't?

    Desiree V.

    One thing I'll always do on vacation is find a local bookstore. This one was incredible; huge selection, every genre you could think of, and even the sweetest little section just for kids. There were so many fun trinkets, tote bags, notebooks, plushies... and my favorite part? A pet bunny! They even have a cozy café up front, making it the perfect place to spend a few hours just wandering the shelves. Safe to say this is a bookstore I'll be coming back to every time I'm in Las Vegas.

    Front of store where coffee shop is located
    Kristin S.

    What a cute bookstore tucked about downtown LV. Located right next to the Beverly Theater. There is some street parking. You may have to park down the block as it gets a little crowded. The bookstore itself is cute and whimsical with tons of great gifts as well. This particular day I stopped in to grab a coffee. There is some seating but not much. If you're looking for a good book and good coffee, I highly recommend checking it out. It's more and more rare that we have physical bookstores with so many things that are digital now. Go support a great local bookstore in town

    Inside
    Kayla R.

    I know I know. I'm a TERRIBLE Las Vegan for just now finally coming to Writer's Block and honestly, I've been missing out. What a GEM in DTLV! WOW! Such a cool spot where you can grab a cup of coffee and work inside or on the patio, and then browse their bookstore to grab a book to take home or read there. I'm obsessed with this place. I spent probably 30 minutes just walking around the bookstore taking it all in. They have every type of book you can imagine and then even journals and puzzles and things like that, too. They also had a little bunny in a cage that was so cute haha. But they also have stuffed animals and dolls and toys and things like that that you can purchase, too. It's an artificial bird sanctuary, meaning the birds are fake but you can literally even buy those and take them home! And I loved the atmosphere that they create. As you're walking through, it feels like you're in Disneyland or a magical fairytale land. The music and ambiance is seriously magical. I ended up buying a baby book about pasta and a stuffed baby lamb since my maiden name means Baby Lamb in Italian ahah. I couldn't resist! I also got the strawberry banana smoothie and tried the blueberry muffin which was delicious, too. This certainly won't be my last visit here. I'm obsessed.

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    Ask the Community - The Writer's Block

    Is there outdoor coffee shop seating here?

    Yes

    What are the requirements/age to work here?

    Go in with your resume in person :) There is no alcohol so age should not be too big of a concern.

    Does this business buy used books?

    I did not see any used books for sale. I wish they did!

    Do they have places to sit and study?

    Yes they do. There are a couple of tables.

    What casino or landmark is this close to? As a tourist, I'm not very familiar with this area.

    It's in the vicinity of downtown, so, the old Strip and Fremont etc.

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