Reviews of Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe. (Book Store) in Des Moines (Iowa).

Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe

10 Reviews

10 Comments

Book store

315 5th St Suite 100, West Des Moines, IA 50265, 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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Open hours of Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe

Sunday

10 am–4 pm

Monday

Closed

Tuesday

9 am–7 pm

Wednesday

9 am–7 pm

Thursday

9 am–7 pm

Friday

9 am–8 pm

Saturday

9 am–8 pm

Reviews of Reading in Public Bookstore + Cafe

Brooklyn Allen

You can really tell the owner put so much effort into the little details to make this bookstore perfect. There is adorable merchandise- stickers, tote bags, shirts, sweatshirts. Layout of the store is simple and easy to find each section you’re looking for. Coffee was very yummy.

Charlotte Richards

Lovely new woman-owned bookstore. The selection was curated very well, and there were a good selection of stationary and little gift items. The cafe service was good - the chai latte was nicely spiced and the espresso was ok. Will definitely be back to browse more!

Katie Feist

I wanted to love it so, so, so much but it wasn’t what I expected. I was hoping for a cozier atmosphere and more places to sit comfortably and read. I just don’t feel like the name fit the vibe at all. It was super crowded (which is a good thing) but with the narrow aisles it made it difficult to browse. Definitely wouldn’t be accessible for someone with assistive devices or wheelchairs on a busy day. I did enjoy their book selection and my husbands latte was delicious (not a big fan of the chai). I will definitely continue to support this bookstore though because I’d love to see it succeed to expand and improve!! They also sell Thistles Summit baked goods which is a big perk!

Bethany Fast

Gorgeous new indie bookstore. Incredible coffee. Friendly staff! Highly recommend.

Maryanne Dyer

Listen, I’m obsessed. This is so wonderful for our community. Woman-owned, highlighting banned books, investing back into the community? What’s not to adore?? I headed over to treat myself to a coffee, to buy some books, and grab a hat! The reason I’m doing 4 out of 5 stars is a couple of things. It was really packed in there, which is so good for business, but a bit hard to maneuver in person. There were about 10+ people waiting on coffee orders alone, and they sat and stood in front of the front tables of books, and didn’t move…so I couldn’t really check out the books in that area. I know some of this is growing pains and the store is brand new. Not a problem, just a little frustration. I came to buy! After checking out the books and merch online that I was interested in, I searched the store to no avail. I finally asked a staff member (who were all AMAZING!!) and 2 of the 3 books I wanted were out. So were the beanies. Ugh, bummer. I left without buying a thing. Again - this happens and I know it. And I definitely want this shop to succeed, so yay sales! I guess just take what it says online as in stock with a grain of salt? However: I was given the chance to order specifically for me, and was told when the hats might be back in stock. Staff was very helpful, but I just decided to come back another day & hope they’ve got what I want and hope it’s just a little less busy. All in all, though, I’m really thrilled RinP is open, and I can’t wait to try again. This time, I hope to buy!