Reviews of The Book Cellar. (Book Store) in Chicago (Illinois).

The Book Cellar

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4736 N Lincoln Ave, Chicago, IL 60625, United States

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This place has a very good rate, they treat their customers well and you’ll feel welcome, super recommended

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Reviews of The Book Cellar

Vittorio Carli

One of my favorite places in Oak Park. One of the better places to find poetry, philosophy, graphic novels, and music books. And I am not just saying that because they have my books there. They also have attractive cards and a decent magazine selection

Jennifer Batista

Beautiful place. I love bookstores and this one was very special. It was the first time I'd been there. Came out with 2 books! I will go back again! 10/10 recommend.

Natalie McGreal

Great store and awesome staff. The folx behind the desk this afternoon were especially helpful and sweet. It is obvious they truly love books and sharing that love with others.

Carla

A great bookstore with every title you may want. Or just browse for hours, they don't mind at all. For those who grew up with music and books on computers and phones, go there and experience what a real bookstore feels like...a bit of heaven. Then you just might head over to Reckless Records and discover VINYL!!

Key - ei

Called for a book released and never felt more hyped up than with a staff just as excited as you are about it! Wonderful and small, charming and with delightful employees - whatever they're doing, they're doing it right. 🥰🥰 …

Jenn

Neighborhood gem - great selection of books, greeting cards and tchotchkes. Staff is helpful when it comes to suggestions/recommendations. The cafe has a nice selection of coffee drinks, teas, and beer/wine too.

Erin Cline

One of my favorite book shops in the city. Cozy, well organized, and a great selection.

Aimee Bushnell

Such a cute little location with very friendly staff. There are some many good things to list about this place. The store is well organized, the drinks make browsing even more enjoyable, the author readings are interactive, and the employee suggestions on the shelves add a welcomed personal touch. This is a special little bookstore. 📚 🍷 ☕️

Jess Colopy

I love visiting here!! Today I came specifically for an event and they had made a beautiful cake that they let everyone share. They’re super responsive to emails and questions, and are very friendly & willing to help you. Drinks are great, too!

FrillAbility Art

The Book Cellar is a lovely, cozy local book café. Whether you want to find a new read to get lost in, delight in their delicious pastries and warm beverages, or work quietly, you’ll find something to enjoy. The bathroom is wheelchair accessible, though wheelchair users will find aisles narrow and at times trying, they aren’t impossible for a small chair. The owners should look out for anything blocking aisles, as that was an issue. It’s sunny, people are friendly, and you’re free to browse without being bothered which I sincerely appreciate. It’s a hands-off-but-help-available atmosphere which is ideal for the person who likes being around people but still needs their space. I would absolutely return and recommend it to others.

Jared Day

Cute little book store. Great place to chill. You can get coffee or alcohol. If you're in the square and need to kill time, this is a nice spot.

Margaret Fogarty

Wonderful little book store with a cafe! Carefully curated selections tucked into a cute spot. Support your local book sellers!

Peggy Bowen Brookß

Great local book store!! Also has a small coffee/food counter!! Outdoor space as well!!

Randy Kim

Had a pleasant experience doing a storytelling show there. The bookstore is intimate, quaint and has a good local feel . The cafe is nice and staff were friendly

Chhavi Jain

Staff showed attitude for absolutely no reason. Liked the selection of books though. Went there recently . Young woman at checkout cheerfully asked the two people before me if they were a part of their customers’ program. When they replied no, she urged them to join, so they could get 10 percent right then, and get future discounts. They did. Once I went to check my book out, she asked me if I was a member. When I said no, she just shrugged and said ok! Your total is ——. I then asked her if I could join the rewards. She enrolled me and I did get the 10 percent off on my purchase. So why did she not think to ask? Maybe she just didn’t like me? Didn’t understand the discriminatory attitude. It was hurtful. I do love this bookstore, and only bought a book I could’ve purchased cheaper elsewhere because I live right in the neighborhood and wanted to patronize them. My first time there. I look forward to joining a book club there, and taking my kids there too. Improve the attitude, please.

Michelle S.

Friendly service, good book selection. Cozy atmosphere.

Julio Moran

Great books and environment! Will be back every time I'm in Chicago.

Chuck Mackie

Love, love, love Suzy and her team! The Book Cellar is everything that you want in a neighborhood bookstore and more: great selection, lots of interesting staff picks along with food, drink and special events when there isn't a raging pandemic screwing everything up for everybody. The world would be a much better place if every neighborhood had a Book Cellar of their own.

Jennifer Daley

I have never been to Chicago before and visited this little quaint Bookstore for a book signing of Jeffery Eisner Simple Comforts Pressureluck cooking cookbook. Not only was Jeffery wonderful but the staff at the bookstore was amazing so kind and helpful❤

Daniel Mulvey

Nice little bookstore. There's so few of these nowadays

Grace Heaney

This book store has helped reignite my love of reading! This is such a fantastic little store with a great selection and relaxing atmosphere, and the cafe is a nice plus. Basically it's the perfect small business I love to support. I often go and just browse until I find something that intrigues me enough to impulse buy. The staff are great and I love the hand written cards they leave near books they recommend personally. I've selected a few books based off their written cards. Highly recommend. Support local businesses!

Jackie Marie

Stuff is a little hard to find, which is common for bookstores. It smells really good in here.

Janet Kashuba

The Book Cellar is so much more than a bookstore. Every time I go there for a book, I end up buying additional items. I recently bought a reading light, book-themed magnets as a gift for my niece, a bottle of wine! They have other gift items, calendars and a unique selection of greeting cards. And then there are the events they host! These are virtual now, but I attended a couple local stand-up comedy shows there and they do a nice job, not to mention they are always a great help as advisors on books and very helpful with helping customers find exactly what they're looking for, either in their store or by order. Check this place out and keep going back. They're a local gem!

Shark Gamez

Amazing book store with a really good selection. And also, it has a cafe, so after you buy a book, you can sit down and have a nice cup of coffee or a pastry. Friendly clerks, as well as a good atmosphere. Finally, by going here you are supporting local businesses, which is always a good thing to do. You should definitely go to this book store.

Ron Mangas

Great little place with books to buy and good coffee. Nice location and fun to visit.

Will Quam

A lovely bookstore with a great coffee/sandwich shop. Good staff picks and very large fiction selection. A nice place to hunker down and read with a coffee of have a meeting. I’ve had good experiences with ordering books through them, and staff have been very communicative through the process.

Zeljko Dakic

Love that it is independent place and they provide curation. Selection is as good as they can fit on the shelves, but it is good selection.

Laurel McCaleb

Absolutely love this place! Cozy and cool... Staff is super friendly - will always help you find a book & also make recommendations. One staff member recently spent quite a bit of time with my 13 yr old daughter & her friends suggesting young adult book series they might like. They will always order a book for you if not in stock and they call immediately when it arrives. Frequent purchasers receive a discount. You can also enjoy food & drink on the cafe side of the store, or a glass of wine. They host several fun events every month. We're so lucky to have a book store like this in Lincoln Square!

Alison Kalantzis

One of my favorite local bookstores in the country. Staff recommendations on the shelves are a delight to read an have turned me on to a few books over the past few years. I've also found some gem signed-copies from favorite authors here! The events in the cafe space can be really great, and who doesn't love a little wine with your book reading? Great little extras too: the cards, the bookmarks, magnets, bags, and all the gift-shop type stuff in the front fits perfectly with the bookstore.

Jennifer Kawaguchi

Held onto my book even after I ordered it 5 months ago before the stay at home order. Staff are so nice and helpful. Great selection of books and if you don't see it, just ask and they can order your needs! Love to support my local bookshop.

Robin Bingham

Lovely, local, little book shop with solid organization and variety. They even have a little space for wine, small plate snacks, and coffee. It's amazing! (Can't wait until it's able to open up to that capacity)

Margie Sprehe

Always an excellent shopping experience, even in the midst of a pandemic. There's a 4 person limit, but it seems like most people are in & out pretty quickly. (Plus, I think if you know exactly what you're there for they can expedite your visit so you can pay & exit quickly.)

Chad Perkins

Great local book store. A bit dark, different lighting would make for a better environment.

Susan Alterman

I love this local, independent bookstore. They have an extensive inventory, and will happily special order anything they don't have. The atmosphere is warm and welcoming. It is a gem!

Manali Desai

Love the people and vibes. I've been a regular for years and they've always been the most wonderful, accepting and helpful bunch. They know their books way beyond what's popular and will happily help you find exactly what you're looking for. Their community events are always fun whether its the Kate's(free Fri comedy show I highly recommend) or a book debut. They are my second home and I've yet to find a more welcoming place in Chi

Scott McLellan

I really like the environment here. It’s very much a “general interest” bookstore, which is fine as a neighborhood staple. I won’t advocate for the food, though. Really I’ve only gotten their soups and I don’t tend to like them much. But I like working there in the corner in all the books. Definitely worth a return visit!

Keith Betton

This place is pretty inviting and cozy for a bookstore. I absolutely love this place. It's a bookstore, cafe, venue (saw the Kates there and they were wonderful. I also caught a reading there too) and reading room in one. The staff is friendly and helpful. The selection of books are huge. It's ideally located at the entrance of Lincoln Square (right across from my favorite pasties shop, Selmarie).

Bryan Shoemaker

Local bookstore with a good selection, friendly staff and a little cafe too. Great for stopping in to pick up something to read or a beverage to sip while your suitor reads your sonnets on a hill in an attempt to win your heart. The store is a little packed is the only real downside which can make it akward to move though on a a busy day.

Thongsy Singvongsa

This place is a hidden treasure of Lincoln Square. It's such a small and intimate bookstore. And what I mean by 'small' is that it's not overly crowded and generic like other chain bookstores. There's a cafe inside where you can find a great selection of drinks (caffeine, water, and the likes). They offer free WIFI throughout the entire bookstore. The staff are also very friendly and helpful.

Scotty Zacher

Great neighborhood bookstore! Came here for the first time for a friend's book-signing, and so glad I did. If you like to read but not really sure *what* to read then this is the place to you - the aisles are full of mini book revews by the employees which I found very helpful. Oh, and this spot also serves food and alcohol. Check it out!

David Shih

Cozy nook for book lovers. The books feel very curated in a good way and the cafe in the store makes this a great place to spend the afternoon. Really dig this book store. Keep supporting the independents!

Vahishta Vafadari

A great local book store. It's so easy to order a book to the store if they are out of stock (at no additional cost). And there are tons of staff recommendations. A solid option for the low key coffee and chill or to find something new to read

Betsy Thompson

A favorite independent book store of mine in Lincoln Square! This small storefront book store not only has great books, but also great gifts. I find myself making a endless list of "wants" every time I step foot in the door. They are very active in the events areas. From book readings to comedy shows, they know how to bring it! The cafe has coffee, sandwiches, desserts and best of all, booze. Grab a glass of wine and browse, read, and relax. P.S. Gluten free cookies and cupcakes at the cafe!

Justin Walker (Jbees7)

The Book Cellar is a great local business in Lincoln Square. I do wish the selection of books was larger but they put on tons of events like author meet and greets or book readings and they actively promote important information impacting the community. They sell coffee inside too so it's a great place to relax with a book or annoy patrons as you and a buddy get into a Voltaire-esque coffee fueled debate.

Joann Dauernheim

Love to buy books for my granddaughters here. Good selection! The cafe has great sandwiches and coffees and a wonderful staff. I could hang out in there for hours! A neighborhood treasure!

Matt Parker

A great place to drop in and get away from the hustle & bustle of daily life. It's cozy, inviting, and "cafe quiet" (as opposed to "library quiet"). There's nothing quite like grabbing a cup of tea and snuggling up with a good book in a comfy chair and this is exactly the right place to do just that!

M Ves

I love this place! I never know what I'm looking for when I go there and always choose something from the "staff picks". I've yet to be disappointed and it expanded my reading interests so much already. It's my favorite place to go to and just look for what new things they have

Amit Bhatia

Wish there were more places like this in the city. The bookstore/cafe serves up the best atmosphere for exploring/reading books, sipping coffee or just kicking off an evening with some local brews. They also host literary events and workshops throughout the year, so check out the event board.

Clare O'Sullivan

I love the Book Cellar! I've been ordering my books using their website and they have a no-contact pick up in the front of the store. It's very convenient. The staff are super friendly and helpful!

Isabel Liss

Wonderful Indy bookstore, with attached cafe. Read the wonderful staff recommendations posted by books they like. Many special events. Very supportive of local writers. One of the best shops in Lincoln Square

Jesi Bloink

Great vibe, totally charming. The great welcoming staff that puts you in the mood to read. We had a vanilla latte and it was great for the price! Go here to curl up with a book and enjoy!

Kinslow Kent

Definitely will be going back soon. Give it a try. You won't be disappointed!

1 Bun

Tiny book sellers that serve food and bevs in scenic Lincoln Square. Remarkable range of books, with a really nice kids section. There is a small, really small space with seats and a table, can fit three people? And a larger cafe space with a few more tables and chairs - perfect for small study groups, quick lunches, or a sweet date ❤😙 …

Claire Goodman

Great little neighborhood bookstore. I wish they would rotate their selection a lot more frequently. They usually have a few random foreign language books which is fun. It's a little more expensive then your standard bookstore though. The hours are also not the best.

Christopher Dean

Love this bookstore. Super staff

Solie Buc.

This place alway has new and interesting books. They have recommendation cards scattered around so you may be able to find something new to read. The cafe is cute and a nice place to sit and read your new book.

Hannah Anthony

Fabulous, local bookstore! Great selection and very knowledgeable, helpful staff!

Elizabeth Fagan

Really easy to keep patronizing the Book Cellar in these coronapocalypse times!! You can order off their website, and they'll be in touch with you by email about your order. When it arrives, they email again (mine was early!), and then you go to their lobby to pick up your books. Easy to keep buying local, and they have a really extensive selection!

Isabelle Rizo (The BellaVie)

I always end up going to the back in the psychology section. I find books that I otherwise would not find. The staff is always so helpful and friendly. There are so many literary events they host. A gem of a bookstore in the square.

Laura Chalmers

Do you love books? Then get yourself to The Book Cellar! Their recommendations are always on point (if Portia recommends it, I buy it) and they even have a little café so you can curl up with your new book right away.

David Johnsen

Great neighborhood bookstore with frequent author events. Just the right size to explore many subject areas and discover a book you haven't seen before. There's a cafe, too.

Scott Colan

Very nice place. You can have a seat while reading a book that you are contemplating on buying, friendly & knowledgeable help. Only drawback is the lighting is a bit dim, maybe it's supposed to have a "cellar" feel.

Caitlin Nagy

My fiancé loves this local book store. I went to pick up a book for him and was having trouble finding it. The salesclerk was very helpful and helped me to find it quickly.

Samuel Tan

A hip place for book enthusiasts to chill out and indulge. The Book Cellar appeals to a wide audience. From the uber hip book people, to people who are looking for a place to escape from the weather and have a spot of tea. I have to give top marks to the Book Cellar for creating an atmosphere that is cosy, elegant and soothing. It has such a strong appeal, for people who are looking for a quiet place to read, people watch and just soak up the feeling of a lazy, relaxing afternoon. I can't say too much about the quality of the selection of books, as I am not that into books, but I guess it does stock a wide variety of books that should appeal to most audiences. The shelves are spaced rather close to each other so if you're claustrophobic, it might not be a good idea to venture too far into the store. Just hang out at the lovely cafe area out in the front, soak in the atmosphere and enjoy!

Joseph Hart

Kids went to pick up one book, got six of them

Lynne Brozewicz

I loved this little bookstore. A dad reading to his daughter, an author reading to a group, children reading while parents browsed. It was encouraging to see. The selection was large and varied. I plan to visit again.

Kenneth Catalanotte

A great local independent book store. I went for a book club which was very enjoyable. They have several book clubs regularly meeting there. This book store is a integral part of the Lincoln Square community

Thaddeus Henderson

I understand we find ourselves living at very different times and because of this, I decided to purchase my books locally. I used google to find The Book Cellar. I pre-ordered a book that was apart of my book club. I didn't see any information about exactly when my book would ship as it went on sale officially the 7th of April and other larger places were guaranteeing I would have it by the 8th. The Book Cellar was not able to tell me this information however I did get an email about processing and my book that had come out on the 7th was at my house the morning of the 9th! So I got basically 2-day shipping for $2.00 because of all books and media ship from their wholesaler to you at a FLAT FEE! So I wouldn't say I was happy but thrilled at how this purchase turned out and I realized supporting local doesn't mean I have to sacrifice service or speed, nope it just means I get all of that that and I can walk into the book store when things are normal again! The moral to the story BUY LOCAL! (posted to Yelp as well)

Ryan Bince

If you buy staff recommended books, they let you choose a free mystery book! Very fun experience.

M

Made the trek up to this bookstore with my girlfriend. Walked over to the cafe part for a drink to enjoy while searching for a new book. A woman was behind the register area, I went up to her to ask a question and she gave me a death glare. I didn’t think she was going to even answer my question and ignore me but she did and was completely short and rude. Walked right out after that. Probably won’t be back because of it. Not sure if she was having a bad day or what but man, leave that attitude at home.

Margaret Hahn

Fantastic bookstore. Go here for the latest titles, a great children's section, great graphic novels and local authors. Grab a glass of wine and read your new purchase chilling out in their comfy chairs.

Ray Teresi

A excellent small independent bookstore and cafe that will surprise you how many books they carry and author and special events they have. The Book Cellar is a jewel of the Lincoln Square shops.

Geoff Kriston

Super communicative about the order process, they do a really good job making sure you know exactly what's going on even when a book is difficult to obtain (as with pre-orders, backordered books, &c.).

Andy Greenwald

Great little book store. You get to read staff recommendation s for books and it really adds value to your book selection. Very friendly

cedric arizo

What a charming little bookstore. The staff give their summaries of their favorites books which hang out from the books themselves. Mini coffee shop inside and a few sitting areas. Right in the middle of the square. Love it!

Adriana Ochoa

Cute small book store with a small café inside! The lighting is great and they have these cute little cards near the check out counter.

Jennifer Brugh

This is a great local bookstore and cafe. The staff are great and will find any book you want, even if they have to order it.

Deborah Warren

Wish I could visit weekly. Was not disappointed. Love their Instagram.

Duane Bosteel

Very nice book store in Lincoln square with a cafe. It was a little difficult to find help while searching (I need the assistance due to vision issues) but once found they were helpful and kind.

Matthew Jankowski

Local book store, not the hugest selection of books but as good as it gets for a local placr. Has a coffee shop which also serves beer and wine by the glass and is a favorite spot to get away and read a book in peace or meet a friend

Magen Elliott

A great bookstore in Lincoln Square that has book readings, a cafe, coffee, food and beer & wine. It is great to support a local bookstore that has a great local ambiance. Thank you for being in the neighborhood!

korina rongitsch

Great place to meet up with friends and family. Our daughter loves the kids book section and snuggling up in one of the chairs to read. A great staple in Lincoln Square.

Jason Gallagher

I was looking for a book on Basketball. The clerk was super helpful and I ended up talking basketball with him for a while. It was so fun. I love this place and the coffee is amazing. I love going back.

Claes Brameus

What can be better than a bookstore where they serve coffee, tea and wine so you can really enjoy your reading. And the bookstore is really awesome too!

Dan Rumney

Great staff with great book recommendations. Decent food available at the cafe there. Lots of cool events with local and national authors.

Bernadette Markley

A small business, bookstore, cafe, reading room..event space..promoting authors and community. A great selection of books, magazines cards, pens, paper and sundry novelty items.

Margaret O'Brien Maples

Great atmosphere, lots of helpful employee book reviews and friendly staff. Coffee bar is cute and cozy (it's maybe not the *best* coffee, but it is decent).

Katherine Shaw

Very cozy book shop that made you feel like you could get lost in the stacks. Wide variety and delicious food/coffee

Linsey Hardwick

Cute independent book store! They have a great selection. I also like the recommendations near the front of the store written by their employees.

Brian Johnson

Local bookseller with wine and light fare. Great place for a book signing, although if there are a lot of other customers shopping it can be distracting. Park on the street or one of the many municipal lots.

Ame Baraw

Great atmosphere, friendly staff, nice selection of books

nina Wheeler

Came here for some coffee/maybe booze, but mostly to get some work done. The wifi took 15 minutes to connect and then was in and out consistently. Incredibly infuriating when you're trying to do work online, and the staff didn't seem to want to help. Please get more reliable wifi.

Megan Stephenson

This is a super cute little bookstore with a nice cafe! Not far from the brown line and it’s got some good books.

Brittany Edwards

Nice quiet place to get some awesome books. I haven't tried the food, but the I noticed that the wine prices are reasonable

Brent Ervin-Eickhoff

Great little local book shop with a nice cafe. Friendly staff and fun to browse. I always like seeing the staff picks.

Steve Wall

These guys love books as much as you do 😁 ... excellent cookbook section (best in Chicago!) …

Jennifer Haben

I love this place, one of my favorite book stores and great places to read. Nice selection, great friendly staff

Stephanie R

this is our favorite book store. the best part about living in Lincoln square was going on dates here

Keller Lambert

An incredible place to get some reading done, support local writers, grab a snack, join a book club, head to an event, and so much more. A Chicago staple, undoubtedly.

Carlton Case III

Books, coffee, and excellent recommendations all in the middle of Lincoln Square. The perfect readers nook. Great for locals or tourists.

Lidia Olguin

I got so happy that I found a small cafe with a bookstore inside! There's also a small area to sit down to eat or work on something.

David Scroggins

Cute independent book store with a nice side cafe. Great place to grab a coffee and read by the window.

David Andersen

A lovely place to shop for books. The staff was very friendly. The café was very nice too.

Jamie Birkner

Amazing book store and fantastic staff. I would move in if I could, lol.

Nathaniel Roberson

Great little book store, we went for a book signing for one of our favorite people, Kevin fitmencook Curry! Great atmosphere!

Coby Pross

Most helpful bookstore on the planet, with truly valuable staff recommendations. Plus, free gift-wrapping! (Don't forget to tip, though)

Marin Assaliyski

Such a lovely place. I wish the little cafe was open, but maybe after covid.

Wesley Lawrence

This place has a fantastic atmosphere and a very well curated collection. Definitely worth your time to wander through the stacks and see what gems you'll find!

Scott Seaholm

Can't go wrong supporting a local bookstore. Tons of readings, events, and books. Hours are great too!

Kelli Vandegrift

Great independent bookstore. So many books! Love the staff reviews. Friendly staff.

Steve Simon

Great independent bookstore. Comfortable place to sit down and relax. Serves food and beverages

Tori Schmitt

Went here for a book signing, can't wait to go back and wander around. Looked like a perfect local spot for books!

Abduraafi Andrian

very indie but too small. they need a bigger space.

Laura Morales

Delicious bakery items, some gluten free, some vegan, others regular. Yummy coffee. And loads of books!

Jacob Shavlik

Super cute, great book selection, friendly staff. You can't go wrong here!

Larry Wolf

Local bookstore and cafe. Lots of character. Staff recommendations. Fun to enjoy the fine art of browsing.

Ace Hisson

I love this place, it's a cozy book store/coffee shop and honestly what more could you want from a place

Tess Monical

Super cute bookstore and cafe! Everyone was very friendly and I will definitely be back.

Sharon Vicker

Agreat place to find books and read to your hearts content! Good variety and a fun place to spend some quiet time!

avgi ator

The book cellar gives you the opportunity to feel at home in a place that you might not know well. It brings food, warmth, and especially books.

C W

Small and sometimes a little crowded, but their selection is great and the cafe makes a solid coffe beverage.

John Lincoln

It has enormous collection of books I am trying to work through.

Ethan Auburn

Nice local bookstore with an attached Cafe, friendly staff who are very knowledgeable and helpful.

heather hoffman

Always love shopping here... Good selection and atmosphere, and if you're looking for something that they don't have, they will gladly order it for you!

Kellye McKay Guzik

Went for a lecture from a French author. Great evening in a warm and friendly ambiance. Reasonable prices on drinks too.

Maynard Fossum

Excellent book selection and service. Will order books not in stock for timely delivery.

LeAnn Bott

Love this little bookshop. They also serve alcohol and small plates like hummus and veggies.

Laura West

Great independent bookstore in Lincoln Square with a good cafe and interesting author events.

Tom Perotti

Cool vibe. Only bookstore I've seen that sells wine to accompany your reading material :)

Eddie Bonneau

Great local gem of a small business! Great selection and service! Please show them love and buy local!

Courtney Jennings

The staff will help you find anything and they have a great selection of books that your looking for and some you didn't even know you were looking for

Andres M

Great place, very clean. Nice atmosphere. Coffee was good, good size and price. Definitely will come again.

Joe Hoy

Good selection, helpful staff. Nice atmosphere. Love to browse here, glad I can again.

Hope Morris

A cute place with lots of great picks! Loved that they had an LGBTQ+ YA section

Suzy Blaz

Stellar book store with a little coffee shop, great events and other little paper goods.

John Rogers

Wonderful place to browse even with COVID restrictions. Looking forward to unlimited visits soon!

Ashlea Quinn

Cozy. Adorable. The staff suggestions that are throughout the store make me feel like I am finding little treasures as I browse.

naida perez

Books, WiFi, sandwiches, coffee and a wall with wine! It's a cozy place, perfect for studying.

Utkan Senyuz

Great book store with coffee avaliable and outside sitting.

Gabe Taylor

The Book Cellar is a stellar little spot to hang out, read or meet some of your favorite authors-- it's just not open as much as it should be.

Darcy Nickel

This is the best neighborhood book store. They have lots of events.

Ogden Owl

Wonderful place to submerge yourself into books and emerge back to surface for a great cup of coffee

Matt Gitlin

A great selection of books and a cozy atmosphere!

Jonah Berg-Ganzarain

Coziest book store in Chicago. Really great cafe too.

Cantor Yakov

Beautiful indie book store with a cafe and wine selection.

Vanessa Bettencourt

Wonderful selection of books and great environment.

Matthew Ulm

You can't shop in the store no, but you can call ahead and order and they'll drop it off to you

David Schwartz

A good old fashioned book store where you get the sense of duration. Coffee area and events

Dawn Olderr Montalvo

A little pricey but a nice independent bookstore

Ray Goldberg

Solid book selection, good coffee, and comfy seating.

Dama Dhummakupt

Awesome place to go book exploring or to grab a quick coffee.

Nancy Winterpacht

Great independent book store where you can grab a glass of wine!

Lani

Could use new leather comfy chairs otherwise a quaint lil bookstore...

Andrew Vernon

Nice selection of books with recommendations throughout the store.

Jim Thorson

Great little book store with a wonderful csfe. Go support them!!!

Doug Graham

They are doing a great job with staying safe and have a great selection.

Valerie Owens

Wonderful independent book seller! Grab a coffee and browse.

Jason Smith

Favorite bookstore in the city. I never escape without buying something.

Monica Apriori

Very nice place to sit eat and find a new book.

Abigail Harris-Culver

Went in for a book and ended up eating some truly excellent soup.

Will Tyler

Great book store with a decent cafe.

Jack Maples

Great cozy book store with small bites and coffee.

Madeleine Clay

Great local bookstore with a cute cafe and patio.

Evan Engle

Smells like new books and coffee. Quiet and cozy, with a friendly staff.

Derek Berry

Great place for a wide variety of books!

Deniese Rakoczy

Quiet, quaint, with a good selection and reviews. Great coffee too!

Ameen Syed

Kickass little book store and coffee shop. Adult spelling bees!

Janice Brown

Love this place, they serve some good food also but one of my fav places to go!!

Kathryn McCormick

Lovely neighborhood bookstore, gift shop, and cafe.

David Horowitz

What a gem! So lucky to have a book store like this in the city.

Matt Sauro

Fun little book store with a great cafe.

Conrad Bazylewski

Excellent bookstore, has cafe attached.

Al Dagley

Need more book stores. I don't do audiobooks.

Eric Schulz

Interesting book selection and excellent snacks and drinks

McBitchification

Bookstores are dying. I wish it weren't true. This is a great example of community.

Dan Gray

Cafe is nice, book offerings very limited

Bryson Pouw

Probably my favorite book store. Ask for recommendations from the staff.

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Really charming little book store and cafe.

Anne Wolfe

cute place but needs weirder stuff

Ethan Cohen

Great little bookstore with cozy cafe.

Scott Bright

good service

Maria Uribe

It is a great pleace for books, read & light lunch.

Kelly

Who doesn't love a great bookstore!!

boxboy rich

Great store and great handling of book signings.

John Parkin

Fabulous old-style book store.

Cozeake Nelson

The coolest, most comfortable book store in Chicago.

Victor Truong

Small bookstore with a cafe. They have a nice rewards program.

Matthew Wojtowicz

Great internet coffee and wine. Could use comfy chairs

David Sager

This is the perfect combination of book lover and coffee lover hideout.

E Bou

Super helpful staff and just enough books

Jonathan Miller

Nice selection of books. Has cafe.

Pamela Eismueller

Wonderful place. If I remember right this is in Lincoln Square too!

Alex Gonzalez

Comfy, the staff is helpful. Love their staff picks and suggestions.

Minh Nguyen

One of the best bookstores in Chicago!

Andy Edmonds

Tight squeeze and a mediocre non-fiction section, but charming overall.

Zac LeMieux

Great bookstore, helpful & friendly staff

Jesus Alvarez

Cute little spot to get your reading in along with some booze ;)

Warren Conatser Echevarria

Decent bookstore. Large selection of fiction.

Dave Jarvis

dropped in while wandering in Lincoln Square and found an event in progress ... readings from people from the Story Studio.

Alicia Drier

Such a cute little space! Great for a date

Madeleine Clay

Great books, lots of events

BISON 307

So kind and helpful when I talked over the phone

Paul Baraz

Cool cafe n book store

Complete Golf

Wonderful bookstore.

Nicola Chandler

Fantastic local book shop

Beau Gosse

Lots of space to sit and friendly staff.

Lorena Rodriguez

I love books and hot cocoa

Corinne Jung

Charming store full of titles to catch the eye

Tom Hurrle

Good selection, helpful workers with good suggestions.

Rebecca Webber

Great selection and helpful staff

Kimberli House

Support independent bookstores!

Katie Rauwolf

Great little shop and cafe!

Julie T

Love this place! Staff is knowledgeable and helpful.

Patrick Carroll

Great selection, helpful staff

Rachel Bain

Such a wonderful neighborhood spot!

Adam Graff

The best independent bookstore

Irene Vaughn

Nice inventory & lots of assistance.

Aaron Wolfson

Everything you want in a bookstore.

Alfred Dagley

My granddaughter loves this place.

Robert Shapiro

Great Local Bookshop

David Anderson

Pricey, but great atmosphere

Susan Schnurrenberger

Coffee and books! Love it!

Royce McQuoid

Great tea

ar young

In love with bookstore!!

Kevin Gilliano

cool place to sit, read, relax

Josh Goralski

Cute book store.

Wil Wilkerson

The best. Nothing like it

Siobhan O'Neill Meluso

Best chai latte!

Keita Erskine

Such a great spot

Maura Foley

Love them.

Nicholas Aharon Boggioni

Welcoming, warm, erudite.

Diane Lawson

Cozy, friendly awesome place

Mary Kay

Great selection

Karen Cardona

Best bookstore

Dan Godinez

Loved the atmosphere

Michael Pichla

Books! Shop local!

Javier M

Cool books

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The best!!!

Jonathan S

great shop

Amanda Jean Iverson

Great place!

Summer Michelle

Love this place.

Tim Delong

Books galore!

Dean Blobaum

The real deal.

Elodie Maricot

(Translation) Perfect for reading while drinking coffee or tea in a quiet location in Lincoln Square. On Friday morning, we can go with the children to listen to stories. Very nice place. (Original) Parfait pour lire en buvant un café ou un thé dans un endroit calme à Lincoln Square. Le vendredi matin, on peut y aller avec les enfants pour écouter des histoires. Endroit très sympathique.

Luz Cruz

(Translation) Beautiful place beautiful view good books and much more (Original) Hermoso lugar hermosa vista buenos libros y muchas cosas más

Basia Gawlikowska

(Translation) Lovely place !! (Original) Cuudownie miejsce!!

Janice Belen

Eric Watine

(Translation) Books, a coffee, top (Original) Des livres, un café, top

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