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    The Lit. Bar

    4.6 (73 reviews)
    ModerateBookstores, Bars
    Closed 2:00 pm - 7:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Aj L.

    This is the perfect library with a nice cozy bar! I been coming here for the past few years And it always feels amazing !! They have amazing art wall, clean bathroom and delicious wine They have a children section that I absolutely LOVE With amazing books, they have a huge collections of black authors.. It also have plenty of parking. The staff is supper friendly and welcoming. Just L.O.V.E this place

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    Robert M.

    This was my 2nd time visiting and the first time I got to sit in the back and read. The book selection here is phenomenal. The back area has lounge couches to sit and drink as you read. It isn't the quietest bookstore due to the music playing, but it is comfortable and welcoming.

    Ashley O.

    Cultivated book collection, deep conversations from the locals and tasty treats. Spend some time here.

    Alexandra C.

    Such a cute place ! I worked in the south Bronx for 3 years and it saddens me that I have never been to this "lit bar". I purchased two books and was able to navigate this beautiful store and ask questions when needed. The employees are very kind and easy to talk to. I will definitely be returning to enjoy some drinks while reading some literature!

    Emma M.

    I am so excited. I just purchased the book White Fragility: Why It's So Hard for White People to Talk About Racism and I'm looking forward to receiving it in the mail. Unfortunately due to COVID-19, I was unable to walk into the store but the website was easy to navigate, there was a wide selection of books to choose from, and it was an overall great shopping experience. I look forward to meeting the employees and taking a look at the store in person once it's safe. Also for anyone who is interested, they have digital gift cards and they raised over 10 million dollars for local bookstores. The books were also sold at a great price. I would definitely shop here again and I would recommend this website to anyone who wants to shop local.

    Georgia W.

    I loved the selection at this bookstore- truly something for everybody! I always appreciate when a store has a really comprehensive children's section and nonfiction section. Love the central focus on black writers. The interior of the store was beautiful and the wine bar in the back is a very nice touch. If I lived in the neighborhood I would be here all the time

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    Gertrude C.

    Loved the lounge area for book reading. I wish there was the option for ordering a warm beverage. I wish it didn't close at 5pm on a Sunday. It would be nice if there was an after dark option

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    Farhana M.

    This place is so nice and chill. It makes me extremely happy to see a book shop owned by a woman in the Bronx. The staff are nice and laid back and the music there is great.

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    Jahayra M.

    I have been following this bookstore on IG for sometime and was finally able to visit in person this past weekend. Some fun facts about this book store: it is the only independently owned bookstore in the Bronx and it is owned by a LatinX woman. What a beautiful bookstore and the selection of book is A+. I spent about and hour just browsing through the books and asking the lovely and well knowledgeable young lady working on the day I visited recommendations. They have a cute little bar set up in the back (closed at the moment due to Covid) I can't wait to in the near future attend readings and events. Looking forward to visiting again soon (soon as i finish reading the 4 books I purchased). Thank you Noelle for putting your passion and vision into this lovely bookstore.

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    Virginia P.

    I had always wanted to take my children to a bookstore to evaluate their learning and to have fun with reading. This book store is amazingggggg. The culture of the bookstore is gorgeous. Like I'm going to keep going. As soon as they open up the lounge part, I would be in there.

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    Jalilah J.

    This book store is such a gem! I love that it's black owned and that there's a bar! Unfortunately the bar is closed due to Covid but I look forward to when it reopens. The book selection is great also, with children's books included! I'll definitely be back!

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    Alexis S.

    I love this bookstore! First of all, Noelle you are incredible and deserve every accolade. As a born and bred Bronxite, it brings me such joy to see this amazing bookstore in our borough. It's much needed and appreciated! The bookstore itself has a very inviting, warm atmosphere when you walk in and the selection of books is great! The staff is very friendly and helpful. There is also a great bar in the back of the bookstore where you can order wine or other drinks to go with your book reading. I highly recommend this bookstore--go and support your local indie bookstores!

    LaToya K.

    I came here for a book signing. Absolutely loved the vibe. Old school music was playing there were beautiful brown faces and the set up was bright and eye catching. There's a nice size bar in the back so this place has two of my favorite things...books and booze. I'll definitely be back on a "non-event" day to see what the vibe is like.

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