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    The Reading Room

    4.9 (34 reviews)
    Open • 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Leah W.

    Love love love this spot! Went with a bigger group and they were so accommodate and kind to us. A cozy spot with great drinks and such a chill atmosphere. I would recommend and I am excited to go back.

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    Tara E.

    I love the reading room! This place is so cool and I love the retro bar, seating, and books! I went on a Saturday morning and got a health bar coffee and an apple turnover and they were both delicious - can't beat the price either! The staff are very friendly and talkative, and I think it's very cool that they do coffee during the day and literary themed drinks at night. Will definitely be back to try out the cocktails!

    Caramel Macchiato
    Audrey E.

    Enjoyed a Saturday morning at the reading room! I brought a book and a journal and had a great time. Their caramel macchiato was delicious - not too strong and not too sweet. I also tried their apple turnover and it was amazing!! It was warmed up and so tasty. It was nice and cozy in there and quiet enough to read and focus but not too quiet where that was all you could focus on. Great place to get some work done or chat with a friend!

    Lisa K.

    Our book club had such a wonderful experience at The Reading Room. The service was absolutely top notch--our reserved table was beautifully set and ready for us upon arrival, which immediately made us feel welcomed and cared for. Walking into the space felt like stepping back in time. The stunning Art Deco design creates a truly transportive atmosphere, and learning from the owner, Sam, that it was originally a shoe store built in 1929 made it even more special. The space itself carries so much history and charm. Seating was incredibly comfortable, making it easy to settle in and stay awhile. We enjoyed a great spread of coffee drinks, cocktails, fruit, cheeses, crackers, veggies, and croissants--everything was thoughtful, and very reasonably priced. This is such a unique "third space" to gather, relax, and connect . I'll absolutely be back--for work meetings, happy hour, or simply to sip coffee and feel like a time traveler for a while.

    Margarita and Orchard from Literary Menu
    Julia Y.

    The Reading Room is a newly opened bar downtown and absolutely worth a visit. The vibe itself makes me feel like I'm in Beauty and the Beast but I also have a bar. The literary cocktails are absolutely amazing and it was so hard to decide what to have. I ended up going with the margarita that had strawberry and jalapeno and it was absolutely to die for. The jalapeno flavor was very fresh, fresh and not a synthetic syrup taste. My partner got the orchard and said he was feeling the alcohol very quickly but when I took a sip I thought it was a great balance of sweetness to the strength of the alcohol. I was personally here for a local author event and I love that this bar supports its community, local authors and artists. This space feels incredibly welcoming, very well put together. The service was thoughtful and quick and I will definitely be going back.

    Michelle M.

    I had such a great first experience here! I came with a friend and we enjoyed time talking, sipping a great drink, and even had their fruit and cheese plates. We had to sneak in a couple fudge macarons too, which were just okay. I absolutely loved the cherry espresso martini though! The server recommended chocolate liqueur to make it more of a chocolate covered cherry flavor, excellent suggestion! My friend recommended the jalapeño margarita, but she said Marianna can make great custom drinks. They have coffee drinks and mocktails if you don't want a cocktail or wine. The vibes are incredible, it's such a quaint, cozy, and welcoming spot. They have lots of little sitting areas, comfy chairs, nice lighting, and an overall cozy atmosphere. They have books for sale and blind dates with a book, or bring your own!

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    Sondra Z.

    Absolutely adore this place! The drinks were delicious with fun author inspired names, staff were helpful, and the decor is delightful

    Maddy V.

    I love the ambiance and energy of the Reading Room and highly recommend it as a great study spot or place to catch up with friends or a good book! The interior has a distinct vintage library vibe which is very cute, and a ton of seating to accommodate any needs! My boyfriend and I opted for the literary cocktails, and they were very good and the bartender was very sweet and helpful. I have also gotten mocktails and the cheesecake bites here, which was amazing and I was able to complete an essay! I will definitely be returning!

    The Great Gatsby cocktail
    Heidi G.

    What an awesome place! We held a book club meeting here, and it was the perfect setting. The decor is on point (I especially love the Underwood typewriter), and the drinks are delicious. I recommend the Great Gatsby cocktail. Love to see the awesome selection of mocktails too. Service was good too, and it was cool to learn about the history of the location. We will definitely be back!

    Chess set and cherry espresso martini
    Shauna T.

    So cozy and cute! We loved visiting on Valentine's Day. We started with a coffee (cold brew and drip) and while it wasn't the best, it was pleasant and accompanied the good vibes. Next I got the cherry espresso martini that was on their valentines menu and it was SO good!! A creamy espresso martini with a hint of cherry. We really enjoyed playing a couple games of chess here and relaxing! I will be back, but with a book :)

    Michaela B.

    This place is a must visit! If you love books and drinks this is the place to be! The look of this place is absolutely astounding! The owner also let us know that this place used to be a shoe shop back in the day. Knowing that it's a historical building makes it all the better If you need a chill place to read your book or if you need a place to study I'd recommend here any time! I can't wait to go back

    Markia K.

    The drinks were SO GOOD. And reasonably priced. The bartenders were super friendly and inviting. I went here as a stop on the book traiI will definitely be back!

    Kandace B.

    My husband and I are here right now. Nice laid back, fairly quiet environment. Not loud music blaring. The drinks are superb and the staff and owner are even better! Snacks look really tasty.

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    It's real nice & comfy at the Reading Room! Great drinks and excellent service!! I will definitely go back. Highly recommend

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    “My friend recommended the jalapeño margarita, but she said Marianna can make great custom drinks.”

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