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    The Library

    4.3 (105 reviews)
    Closed • 4:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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    Intimate
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    Outdoor seating

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    Jennifer A.

    I I patroned The Library recently, the date of the Artemis II launch actually and coincidentally. I was there for an intellectual after work space talk event on "What the Universe is Made Of." The ambience of The Library fits its name to a t. There are books abound, along the walls, in the bathroom, everywhere. I had a glass of Experience, a Californian Cabernet Sauvignon. It was a good pour, not too little or too much and the taste was deep, well balanced and smooth. Since the event took place around dinner time I also had a Fig and Speck flatbread. The fig, prosciutto and other toppings complimented each other well. The flatbread dough itself was ok but could've benefited from a little more flavor such as some garlic, butter and herbs. I also would've liked it a bit thinner so I could taste less of the bread and more of those delicious toppings. Don't get me wrong it was good and I ate all of it but these are small suggestions I'd recommend to bring it to perfection. I could see parking and seating being tricky. I was fortunate to snag a parking spot on the side of the building near the auto place and once inside I found a seat at a table with a lovely couple, another couple joined us soon after. Many of the guests who arrived later stood at first and then halfway through the event, made their way to the floor where they sat cross legged. All in all, The Library was a nice establishment and although a little out of my way, I'd return for another event or if I were in the area again.

    Maya D.

    I am a bookworm and have been wanting to try out this spot for a while. Loved the decor and the vibe. Staff was very friendly and gave us good recommendations. We tried a couple of flatbreads with our wine and they were delicious. I look forward to coming back.

    Jessica T.

    I really enjoyed my first visit here! From the moment I walked in, I instantly fell in love with the aesthetics of the place!! It's such a cozy and inviting spot to sip wine, read a book, or even chat with friends. My friend and I were lucky enough to grab the only two available booths, which made me so happy. Once we sat down, the staff promptly brought us menus, giving us plenty of time to look over everything. I loved that we were able to create our own boards and choose our own meats and cheeses. Their selection was both unique and delicious, especially the fennel salami, which was definitely a fav! We also ordered the sardines, and they ended up being my absolute favorite dish of the night. I haven't stopped thinking about it!! To pair with our food, I had a sparkling rosé, which I highly recommend for anyone who enjoys bubbles!! It was crisp, refreshing, and complemented everything so perfectly. For dessert, we went with a simple Neapolitan gelato (you can also choose the flavors separately). It was decent, though nothing extraordinary... I'll probably try a different dessert next time. Overall, I definitely recommend visiting this spot! The servers were incredibly friendly and helpful, offering great recommendations, especially for those who are new to wine. I can't wait to come back again soon!

    Diona W.

    I've wanted to visit The Library since I heard about it and finally I had the chance. This place is so cute. As a librarian I was confused by the books at first but then my friend and I understood which made it even more fascinating. The staff was nice and helpful. I do wish they had a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand, but outside of that we had a great time as we only came for one drink and then left. I can't wait to go back and try some of their light bites and other wine.

    Jessica W.

    the service was very attentive and helpful.the wine was nice and flavorful. what really makes this location is the ambiance. the library set up and dedication to it is really special. getting the receipt in the old style of checking out books is a nice touch as well. it's a fun place to drink and chit chat with friends.

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    Sue T.

    Such a fun place to meet up with friends. We had a charcuterie board, flatbreads, and dessert. Everything was so good!

    Pork chop

    What a sleeper !!!! The wine list and staff here are more than impressive but the real sleeper was the food. I had one of the best pork chops of my life along side a couple great dishes like a handmade pappardelle with lamb ragu, mussel toast and a world class ceaser salad. Come for the wine, stay for the food !! Great date night spot very intimate and very friendly staff.

    Outdoor patio is beautiful
    Deborah N.

    What a beautiful gem tucked away in the Spring Branch neighborhood! It takes the corner spot and shares the plaza with a claw machine place and a few other places! Pros: love the ambience, the vibes, the wall of wine selections and the cozy rounded booths and an upscale "Central Perk" coffee shop feel! Absolutely loved the comfy lounge seating and extensive menu! Service was good, not great. Cons: food menu! I feel like it could use a few more appetizers...IMO...also, we ordered the bar nuts and the fig flatbread with basil pesto...I could def use more pesto! It was a bit on the drier side for me and I wish it had more depth and crispiness to it!!! Parking can be tight, I think...but overall, I had a great experience!

    Julianne T.

    Very cute place!! Stopped by during Valentine's Day and it was very cozy and intimate inside. I have seen this place on tiktok so I couldn't wait to try this place out. I ordered the margherita flatbread and added prosciutto to it and omg.. it was SO good!! Very flavorful, crispy, and the prosciutto elevated the whole thing so much. I literally ate almost the whole thing by myself lol. As for drinks, I got the Oka "Sansho Yuzu" Japanese Bermutto. My mistake seeing "yuzu" thinking it was going to taste like citrus but all I could taste was the vermouth. It wasn't my favorite type of drink but I am glad that I tried it. My friend got the Lillet Rose Spritz and this was really good! Not too sweet, not too strong, very cute drink. I don't remember our server's name but she was very nice and attentive. She would check in on us to make sure we needed water and if the drinks/food was to our liking. I can definitely see myself coming back as this was a very cute spot to bring some friends or even go on a date!

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    Karen D.

    Came here on 2 occasions - once for wine and once to also try their food. The service here is very friendly - staff will go out of their way to make your visit comfortable and pleasant. The wines here are fantastic, and I enjoyed their burrata dish as well as their cheese and charcuterie board. We did the "pick 6" option, and there's an array of cheeses and meats to select from. I thought the portion was a bit on the small side for the cheeses and meats, but they were tasty. The vibe is unique and chic. There are couches with low tables, standard tables, and booths. There is plenty of parking in the lot to the left of the bar.

    Smoked Salmon Flatbread
    Angela A.

    I regret not coming to The Library sooner. I've been eyeing it for a while, but was hesitant go by myself. Well, a friend of mine came to visit me and we decided to stop by. So glad we did! I absolutely love the old book shop feel. It's a small, cozy bar located in the Spring Branch community. Very chill vibe for a small group, date, or solo. They have an entire book of wine choices. They also have light bites that include flatbreads, salads, and charcuterie boards. Our server was nice and knowledgeable of the various wines. I told him I wanted a red wine and he asked me key questions to help me figure out just what I wanted. His recommendation was good! Just do not remember the name. We decided to order flatbreads, the smoked salmon was really good! There's a small outside patio with additional seating. I definitely return.

    Heather L.

    We joined some friends for a pre-dinner glass of wine. This is a lovely spot with charming ambience & books stacked around the booths on the back wall. We jetted off to dinner while our friends stayed to enjoy flatbread pizza - they said it was great. Very close to Tatemo, Well Done Cooking & Barney's and a few more spots.

    Great new wine spot in East Spring Branch
    Mark G.

    I'm so happy to have this local, East Spring Branch wine bar in the neighborhood. There is literally a book of bottle options and a deep by the glass list accompanied by a Sommelier's by the glass list. The service is friendly, approachable and knowledgeable. You can't go wrong with one of their recommendations. There are a small number of food options and everything I've tried has been good. Give this group a try for after work, date night or an evening with friends.

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    Really great staff! They've never steered me wrong when I want to try something different. Love the cute atmosphere and the dessert options!

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    Cozy and friendly atmosphere with a great wine selection. Enjoyable light bites as well.

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    Very helpful staff with excellent recommendations and service. Ambience is A+. Inside and outside seating options.

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    This was an absolutely great happy hour spot! Highly recommend the build-your-own charcuterie boards!

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    Great wine bar. Okay I'm a book nerd, so the place naturally appeals to me. But expansive wine collection. Great ambiance. Attentive staff.

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    A group of nine coworkers and I went to Bar Bludorn for happy hour on a Thursday…read more We had a reservation for eight, but they were able to quickly accommodate an additional person, which we appreciated. Since our work schedules didn't allow us to get there earlier enough to sit at the bar, we booked for 5 p.m., right as dinner service started. We were really there to enjoy happy hour: cocktails, wine and a few bar bites rather than a full dinner. That seemed to cause a little confusion. When our server asked about dinner, we explained that we were just going to hang out, drink and snack. Almost immediately, all of the menus were taken and the dessert menu appeared, which felt a little awkward considering we had barely gotten started. There were also some service quirks throughout the evening. Our server had very animated hand gestures and body language when pouring drinks and setting things down. Almost a little too theatrical for the setting. It's not a fine-dining restaurant, so some of the formal flourishes felt unnecessary. She also missed a couple of things. I ordered a sidecar alongside my first dirty gin martini, but the sidecar didn't arrive until my second martini. Not a huge deal, but noticeable. The drinks themselves were solid. I had two Condesa gin martinis, both super dirty and bruised or skating (AKA lots of little ice chips). I also appreciated that the blue cheese olives are hand-stuffed. For food, I ordered the country ham beignets, which were cute little bites, plus one fried oyster and one baked oyster. The baked oyster was very flavorful, and the presentation with the oysters nestled among the rocks was really nice. Unfortunately, the fried oyster was almost entirely batter and was so overcooked that the oyster itself was chewy enough that I couldn't finish it. Thankfully, I only ordered one. I do like that you can mix and match the oyster preparations, though, and that they're priced per oyster: $2 each regardless of the style (raw, baked, fried). There was live music, and the restaurant got surprisingly packed for a weekday, which made it pretty loud while we there. That's understandable given how busy it became, but it did make conversation a little harder with a larger group. Still, I'd consider the overall experience a good one. Bar Bludorn is already a go-to, and one slightly overcooked oyster and some over-the-top service quirks certainly aren't enough to keep me away.

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    Val Scott Thomas…read more Y'all were a great team! I was invited out for the battle of the bruschettas and I was treated sublimely. It was wonderful. The food is always great so no complaints there but my brave review is definitely the service. There were laughs, and background information on the restaurant, some of the chefs, and servers and it was also very interesting. We tried so many menu items. We had like three or four boards and several brunch items. Of course, I got the cucumber honey lemonade and I made my friend try it too. Lol. Delicious as always. 10 out of 10. However, I will say that the new battle of the board is not Great like I remember. They had super basic flavors and the ones they did experiment with different combinations were actually pretty disgusting. So, after two boards of those, we got our true blue staple favorites on the original menu. That did the trick! I think I've been to this location once or twice but I absolutely will be coming again!

    Super service waiter and hostess Excellent management Scott…read morepersonable caring and professional checks insurers and truly appreciated them as witnessed several tables Enjoyed tuna sandwhich wow great The salmon and small bytes flat breads beyond Wine club well with it as suggested by Scott I agree and wines super try the rise blue and cabs and Chardonnay all great and we all prices and half priced for club member's Highly recommended by Bryon and HIS Angel

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