The Bookery

4.5 (35 reviews)

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Menu is huge! Will have to come back & try the salads

Super cute place for lunch & coffee! Staff were friendly & food came out quick :) Definitely will be back when I'm in the area!

First time eating here and The food here is so delicious! I ordered the John piper sandwich with no mustard. It was nicely prepared and it came with a side of ur choice. The cashier had patience with us ,the service there was just amazing. 10/10 would recommend. I basically vacuumed my sandwich but here's a pic of the drinks me and my bf got and a cookie

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Nikki B.

10 years ago

I love The Bookery!! Atmosphere is adorable. Local wares as well as a great collection of books for purchase. My 7 year old loves coming here and having lunch in the little kids area. Best coffee in town, hands down (I've tried a lot of the espresso stands in town and nobody comes close... call me a coffee snob if you will, I was born and raised in Seattle and I hate starbucks.) Great, tasty sandwiches and really friendly staff. I almost want to work here I love it so much! read more

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Lovely surprise - a dandy place to hang out. Good coffee, compelling books, very friendly staff. Great vibe!

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Yvonne L.

9 months ago

Either add more meat to the "Meaty" Gravy or just call it country Gravy. Do better on satisfying customers. read more

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Leels K.

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Super cute place for lunch & coffee! Staff were friendly & food came out quick :) Definitely will be back when I'm in the area! read more

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Rebekah A.

2 years ago

Came in looking for fresh good food and this place did not disappoint. Staff was so sweet and the place itself is a book store too. Absolutely adorable and quaint. We had the Cobb salad and it was delicious. The only disappointment was they are closed on Sundays so we couldn't go back a second time before we left town. read more

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Yuri U.

1 year ago

The Mary Shelley is good. But I asked for a side of pickles and they charged 6.00 dollars. Kinda ridiculous for a few pickles.

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Araceli E.

2 years ago

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Guy N.

4 years ago

Very good coffee and iced tea, we also had sandwiches that were very well made and reasonably priced. Very quant with nice gifts and books as the name states. read more

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Denver M.

2 years ago

Great coffee! Great atmosphere! The perfect place to catch up with a friend over a coffee.

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Richard W.

4 years ago

Good food and coffee selection. Friendly and attentive staff. Highly recommend to anyone as there is something on the menu for everyone.

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Melissa S.

3 years ago

I love love love this place! The perfect little get away for books, coffee and a delicious sandwich! Staff are friendly, food and atmosphere are always great and I always tell friends and family visiting this place is a must thank you Bookery for everything! read more

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hannah w.

5 years ago

Went in for breakfast while visiting from out of town, front desk lady did not treat us as she did others that came in after us and tried to skip over my friend who had been patiently waiting in front of the casher area. probably wouldn't be writing a review except they told me they didn't have something, then they had it when the person behind me ordered. just trying to support local businesses while traveling, we may not look like your other customers but we are still here to spend money! read more

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Sarah S.

9 years ago

The Bookery used to be my go-to lunch spot but since it was sold the quality has dropped in inverse proportion to prices. The sandwiches and salads are still pretty good, but aside from two baristas, the employees always seem a little confused. Honestly, this would probably be a three star review if it hadn't been 10x better a few years ago. read more

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Jen Q.

15 years ago

I try to visit the Bookery at least once a week, why you ask? Its a great place to meet friends or family for a delicious coffee or even to splurge and have a good bagel or sandwich. The atmosphere is one of a eclectic rustic bookshop and warm and cozy coffee shop. The one thing I would like to see is maybe a few more comfortable chairs and also internet access. read more

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R F.

5 years ago

This place makes great coffee! I always get an iced americano and they do not disappoint. My kiddos love their Italian sodas.

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Alicia S.

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I love the Bookery. They have great coffee and great service. I love that they have gluten free food options. The sandwiches are amazing!

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PistolAnnie O.

9 years ago

Good food and coffee at decent prices. Make sure you have your condiments before you leave (like salad dressing) and your order is correct (removal of allergens) otherwise you will have to go back. There is no compensation for this loss of time, (i.e. a free plain coffee or a cookie) so just make sure you have everything you need. Happened several times to me under recent ownership. A great place to buy last minute gifts for women. Not anything for men anymore unless they want a coffee card. read more

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Mike K.

8 years ago

This is probably the best espresso in Ephrata. The food is a little pricey pretty good. They are slow and we had to wait while the person taking orders was having a chat with one of the other customers with about 10 people in the line behind us. The order line is a pain because you block people that are trying to walk by. read more

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Love J.

9 years ago

Use to be better. The coffee is still great. However the food has gotten more expensive and less quality (i.e.: The salads have shrunk and the sandwiches don't have the fillings they use to (one with avocado has a bite instead of a spread of it) I might try it again in the future to see if they have improved read more

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Walter G.

9 years ago

This place is great. I travel the country and have been to numerous cafe's but the Bookery is by far my favorite. Everything is excellent, the service the food the ambiance, everything! read more

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Veronika J.

9 years ago

I love the bookery. Yummy food and tasty drinks. Friendly service. What more could you ask for?

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Diane R.

14 years ago

Besides delicious coffee, The Bookery makes the best sandwiches not just in town, but in our area. When you order the sandwiches to go, each half is carefully wrapped, plastic ware is tied in a napkin with a bow and all packaging is recyclable. Much love and care! Yum! read more

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Anna U.

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Their chai tea is the best in Ephrata. Sandwiches are delicious and so are the soups. On Friday's they have a 1/2 sandwich and soup combo for $6. The store is clean and interesting, and the staff is friendly. read more

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Jessica G.

14 years ago

I have been a customer at The Bookery before they even had coffee, I love this place so much I can't even believe it! Coffee is awesome, the people have always been wonderful and I honestly didn't think it could get much better until they had.... Sandwiches! If you are looking for a sandwich in Ephrata, this is the place. My favorite is the Poe. Soooo Delicious. It has pepperoni, ham, pesto, cream cheese, and swiss cheese. Oh. My. God. Get it toasted on a croissant (they have other types of bread too, but i think that the croissant is the best) So amazing! So what are you waiting for? Go there people! ;) It's a great place for lunch and a coffee with friends and family! read more

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Bobbie O.

9 years ago

A great little place for a good cup of coffee & sandwich. Love the atmosphere in small town Ephrata!

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Joe Q.

15 years ago

By far the best place to stop in for a coffee and/or soup and a sandwich in Ephrata. The staff is always very friendly and the coffee/food is very good too. When your there, try the cinnamon rolls!! read more

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Julia C.

11 years ago

Fresh Food and best place in this small town. Busy, busy, during weekday lunch hours. Beats the Pita Pit any day and worth the extra $. Did I mention the amazing coffee, gifts, and Books? read more

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Susie C.

7 years ago

Yummy coffee and food. Such cute little knickknacks and the books make this place a nice & cozy hangout!

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Erin H.

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Coffee frappe & Plato wrap, chicken, feta, olives. Pasta salad. Bad timing. End of long line. The food seemed to come out pretty quickly considering. The coffee not as much. Cute decor, very quaint with some nick-nacks for sale. There must have been 6-10 people in front of us, but we stuck it out because we weren't in a hurry. We got our food to go. The wrap was REALLY GOOD! The whole menu looked good though. I'd say the pasta salad needs some spices it was pretty bland and the pasta was a bit too al debate for my likes. read more

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Jackie N.

9 years ago

Very good! I know when I eat their I am eating more healthy food. Their bread tastes like they make it them selves. Don't know if they do, but sure is good. They have a good choice of menu items to choose from. It's a nice atmosphere. A little loud, but I have only been there during lunch time. I don't know what it's like any other time of the day. I would recommend trying it out. read more

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Sydney R.

10 years ago

Best coffee in Ephrata!!!! What a perfect place to sit down with a nice beverage, surrounded by books. They have an extensive drink menu - most options I've ever seen and I'm from the Pacific Northwest. read more

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Kailyn G.

8 years ago

We recently moved to Ephrata and this is already our favorite spot! Delicious coffee and food plus a cute book and gift shop, so good!

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Deb V.

12 years ago

Excellent salads, sandwiches, soups, coffee, and goodies. The staff here is excellent, they are all smiles always have never had a grumpy server and they are attentive and remember my drink. The atmosphere is comfortable, relaxing, and they don't give you the evil eye if you settle in with a group of friends for a couple of hours of casual conversation with your coffee and eats!!! Just all around EXCELLENCE and my go to spot on a leisurely day with the ladies! read more

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Shareen L.

11 years ago

The best coffee in Grant County.

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More info about The Bookery

1 Basin St NW
Ephrata, WA 98823
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(509) 754-5321
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Hours

What time does The Bookery open?

The Bookery opens at 7:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.The Bookery opens at 8:00 AM on Saturday.

What time does The Bookery close?

The Bookery closes at 5:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.The Bookery closes at 4:00 PM on Saturday.The Bookery is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 5:00 PMSat 8:00 AM - 4:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does The Bookery take credit cards?

Yes, The Bookery takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does The Bookery have catering options?

Yes, The Bookery does have catering options.

Does The Bookery serve alcohol?

No, The Bookery does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does The Bookery have TVs?

No, The Bookery does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Bookery have bike parking?

Yes, The Bookery has bike parking.

Does The Bookery have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Bookery has outdoor seating options.

Does The Bookery have parking?

Yes, The Bookery has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Does The Bookery have free WiFi?

Yes, The Bookery has free WiFi.

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History

Established in 1979.

Your source of quality books since 1979!

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4.9(8 reviews)

36.2 mi

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The Selection and customer service! . It is maybe the most well organized bookstore ever, and if…read moreyou can't find a book that obscures categorization, the owner will know!

Great little shop with a little of everything. New and used books plus games and novelties. When…read morewe visited there was also a kid's craft fair in process. Will definitely be back next time we are in the area

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Local Author, Cookbooks and more.

Used books of all genres, gifts, hand crafted jewelry, local artists and more.

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Entrance, sparky things, smelly goods and rare books.

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5.0(2 reviews)

18.4 mi

The owner Mai is wonderful. She remembers customers and what genre they read. She can recommend…read morebook title in a broad spectrum. I am so glad Moses lake has the sandbox.

I LOVE this store! We homeschool and have found almost our entire curriculum of books here at a…read moresmall fraction of the cost of buying elsewhere. I also consign my books here, so it's fun to have a credit every time I go in. I've never left empty-handed. Great customer service! Heidi was very helpful in helping me find books based on what/how I want to teach.

Riverwalk Books

3.9(11 reviews)

41.9 mi

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Very lacking in inventory. Large section dedicated to children though…read more Based on some of the pictures left by previous reviewers it seems like they used to have a much bigger selection with a cozier feel.

1. Well curated selection of books from adult to children 2…read more Team staff- as we were just visiting we asked for some suggestions for outside eating and they were so helpful. They were the ones that directed us to the winery that was pretty close with outside seating some views and good food 3. It's located on the Main Street And an open corridor that goes out towards the lake. They are good restrooms next to it. And some other cute shops I like it's size - not too big, not too small, Goldie locks approval for just the right fit

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A Book For All Seasons

4.4(46 reviews)

55.2 mi

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This place has a good selection of books. It seemed like a quality independent bookstore. They let…read moreus bring out dig in which is a bookstore must do. The shopkeeper was friendly and seemed to enjoy talking to everyone about books. I was pleased to find a book we'd been unable to find in Seattle on " Seattle independent bookstore day." The prices were just what you'd expect at a bookshop.

I LOVE bookstores and A Book For All Seasons was such a pleasant discovery during my visit to…read moreLeavenworth. It's always special to find a great independent bookstore and this fits the page! There was a great selection across all genres from new releases, kids, young adult, mystery, romance, and more plus fun gifts, cards, puzzles, etc. that made browsing even better. The staff was friendly, the vibe was cozy, and prices were in line with what you would expect from a quality independent shop. My only "complaint" was that the bookstore hosted a local author signing the night before and while they had the third book in stock (signed!), they were sold out of the first in the series, which I would have bought had it been in stock. Still, this is such a charming and well curated bookstore. I would definitely return!

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Inklings Bookshop

4.6(28 reviews)

69.6 mi

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Cute bookstore. Wonderful children's section. Books didn't see over priced. They had very friendly…read morestaff and can order books if needed. The romance book section wasn't very big which was too bad. My mom loves this store

Great bookstore, had a few Spanish/English story books which is what I was looking for.read more

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Outside. Love this shop's style!

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Brick Road Books

3.3(15 reviews)

52.0 mi

Very unique used bookstore, with tons of books to dig thru...also some comics, manga, & even VHS…read moretapes. Don't be scared off by possible high prices, the owner seems always willing to haggle.

The worker would not stop talking or let you talk. They kept talking about the store projects and…read moretheir work phones and everything under the sun. I couldn't browse what they had because they would not stop talking. It was hard to even leave the store because they would NOT stop talking. I kept asking for my bag back so I could leave. (when you walk in they place it behind the counter.) The pricing is ridiculous. Horrible condition books/manga that aren't even worth $4 they sell for $19 STARTING. Better off finding a half priced book store in the other surrounding towns ! Or eBay! The worker said they don't look at pricing online they base it on how old the book is. So even a book that was from 2021 is way overpriced. Go in at your own risk but be ready for an ear full and not being able to talk. I'd recommend not bringing in any bags so you don't get stuck trying to ask for it back like I did.

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Bookstore aisle with shelves that appear to go all the way up to ceiling

The old west, Cascadia region, and North American region sections.

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Aile ending in a wall of books

Churchill's Booklovers' Haunt

4.8(6 reviews)

67.0 mi

Love this little place, lots of history and such a sweet owner. Only suggestion is to ease up a bit…read moreon the incense in the store. I feel like it might chase customers off if they were sensitive to fragrances. Tons of different categories of books used, rare and comics.

Churchill's Booklovers Haunt is just the kind of place I love and my kids get annoyed about. I get…read moreit. When I'm set loose into a good bookstore, I tend to wander. And wander I did in Churchill's, through shelf after shelf of fiction, non fiction, vintage titles. I eventually left with a paperback I'd never heard of, a first edition of one of my old favorites, and a cool 1980 comic book that just struck my fancy. But more than the things I bought, what I really found in the meandering shelves of this little bookshop was the sense that there could be some treasure waiting for me around the next corner. In this little space filled with books of all kinds, Churchill's captures the feeling of discovery that all good bookstores have and online bookstores just can't replicate. My kids weren't with me this time, but I could hear them as I wrapped up my visit to Churchill's bookshop. "Come ON Dad, let's goooo already." I had to smile. I can always tell it's a great bookstore when I can hear my kids telling me I've spent too long wandering its shelves.

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The outside of Churchills is covered in art

Shelves and Shelves of books and antiques

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The Front Counter

Pearl Street Books & Gifts

4.4(14 reviews)

51.9 mi

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I wanted to walk along Pearl Street and I marked this bookstore as the final destination. Worked…read moreout perfectly, and what a great bookstore this is! You know you're in good hands when you see a sign not to let the cats out - and immediately encounter one of said cats smack in the middle of the room (they know what they are doing), and another snoozing upstairs on a sofa. There's a fun "scary book" section upstairs, and a large selection of local chocolate by Gallivant. Prices were quite reasonable. Staff was friendly. Would stop here again.

Perfect bookstore! When I visit a new town I always check for a local coffee shop and a local…read morebookstore. Pearl Street Books is one of the best. The atmosphere is a combination of old charm (hardwood floors and finishes) and up-to-date books and merchandise. The salesperson was informative, friendly and kind. And they have cats!!!! They also display books that have been banned with notes explaining why. Have I mentioned the cats?

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Upstairs

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Encore Books

4.3(15 reviews)

67.5 mi

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What a great local business…read more -Great selection -Amazing costumer service -Great place to find your next great read (or trade in your last) -I love the smell and feel of a real book and this place has a crazy large selection - Nice selection and the variety on offer let me leave store with something for not just myself, but my daughter -reminds me of when Id get a coffee and walk around Barns-N-Noble hunting for my next Great read -The owner helped me track down a cupple of older out of print books.

Where some bookstores feel like you wandered into someone's basement - eclectic, dusty, and a bit…read moredisorganized - walking into Encore Books feels more like a library: clean, orderly, and well-stocked. It doesn't take long to figure out where things go in Encore Books. Pocket-sized paperbacks fill the shelves in the middle of the store, while larger paperbacks and hardcovers are placed around the edges. Sections are clearly defined and well-alphabetized, making it easy to see if they have something you're looking for. If you're having trouble finding something, the staff I spoke to was friendly and helpful - they'll set you right with a smile. With both used and new books on the shelves, the prices are quite reasonable. Their "blind date with a book" feature is a fun addition and a great way to encourage trying new books. While I often prefer a bookstore that encourages exploration and comes with a little mystery, a place like Encore Books is perfect when you're looking for that one book you can't seem to find anywhere else. They care about what they're doing, and it shows.

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Another row

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Kari R.

11 years ago

Love, love, love The Bookery! The atmosphere is welcoming, they have some lovely small gifts/home decor and I can't forget about the books & the cute kid's table either. I live out of town, but came across it last year while I was serving jury duty in Ephrata...I ended up eating there 7 of the 8 days I was in town! Their sandwiches are amazing (the Poe panini is my fav) and their coffee is delicious (love the daily specials). read more

Anne C.

11 years ago

Love to go to the Bookery at least once a week. They have great sandwiches, salads and ice cream. The food always fills me and sometimes I have to take some home. Great little gifts to in case you need a last minute something for someone. The menu is reasonably priced. The staff is always friendly and very helpful. It is a very popular spot during lunch sometimes, but well worth the wait. read more

Bev A.

11 years ago

Love, love, love The Bookery!!! Once a week is not enough. The staff is friendly and waiting to serve you. I love the atmosphere and they have many books and gift items also. You can eat breakfast and lunch besides enjoying the wide variety of coffee drinks. The Bookery is definitely where you want to be. read more

Wendy B.

11 years ago

The salads and sandwiches are very good. They source their food from a local organic farm. The atmosphere is very comfortable and the staff are very welcoming. Whether you coming here to have lunch with a friend or chill out in the corner with a book and coffee, this is the place to be. read more

Ben W.

3 years ago

This is a delightful gem that combines the love of books with tasty treats. This charming bookstore offers a cozy ambiance where you can browse through a wide range of titles while enjoying delicious sandwiches and coffee. It's a perfect spot for bookworms and foodies alike. read more

Mindy K.

11 years ago

Love the coffee, love the food, and love the shopping I can do while I wait for both. This is the go-to place for my office for our daily coffee and/or lunch run. If you stop in Ephrata or are just passing through, make sure to stop here! read more

Justine D.

11 years ago

I love the bookery! Going for a Doyle breakfast sandwich is my favorite with a vanilla latte! I also love to buy the coffee beans they sell. Such great little gifts and kid area as well. I'm able to go enjoy some coffee with my little guysď read more

Lisa L.

11 years ago

Hands down best in town. The coffee is outstanding, the staff friendly, and it's a great place to meet up with a friend. They also have a selection of gifts and a children's book/toy section. Make sure to get a punch card! read more

Mary C.

11 years ago

The Bookery is always friendly, I have never had anything that wasn't All-Star flavor!!! The girls in there are the best and the consistency is top notch!!!! My favorite is the Ham croissant breakfast sandwich!!! Yummo!!! read more

Jill M.

11 years ago

Love my local coffee ahop. I Consistenty refer my friends and clients here for coffee or lunch. It is my favorite place in town. Their friendly and always make my coffee just right! read more

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