4.5 Stars- First time visitor, similar to The Read Queen in Lafayette, Colorado. Coffee and books (sadly, only new books, I prefer them, well red), likely my two favorite things. Brown sugar latte was very good and the blueberry muffin was noticeably better than store bought, soft and flavorful. Good atmosphere, an old house, outdoor seating out front and in back. Parking lot was full. Good or bad, it's popular with students. read more

Cute little place in Auburn across from the library. My daughter brought me here for their famous Cinnamon Roll! (Good coffee and teas also). Parking is hit or miss. The bookstore is cute inside and pets are welcome outside. Highly recommend read more

On the recommendation from our daughter, Coutney (@csullyz0), we got some sweets and coffee from Well Red Bookstore (@wellredau), a local bookstore and coffeehouse. They also serve some very tasty treats. I got the Key Lime Bar. It was creamy, tart, and delicious. I really loved the zested lime on top. Really turned that lime flavor up to eleven. Whether you're a voracious reader or sweets eater, Well Red has you covered. read more

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Excellent coffee drinks, friendly staff and a relaxed atmosphere that draws you in to stay longer. You'll want to get there before their biscuits sell out. read more

Great tasting strong coffee in a great setting! Bookstore and coffee make a great combination read more

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Great place for a coffee and dessert . The atmosphere is very relaxing and calming and the employees were very friendly and welcoming. I would recommend this place for anyone who is interested in a good cup of coffee and a relaxing experience. read more

Very cute very fancy somewhere you can meet a friend and chitchat with service is good and the quality of drink and food is delicious

Great comfortable place with different seating arrangements indoors and outdoors. Coffee, baked goods and strawberry lemonade are all yummy. read more

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I am not a big coffee person but I adore Well Read. It is such a unique experience and I love taking out of town friends here when they are visiting. The employees are warm and welcoming. The service is great. The atmosphere is cozy and inviting. This is one of my favorite places in Auburn. read more

Nice menu of breakfast and snack items. Cozy atmosphere, but it can be hard to get a table at times. Most are small two person spots, often occupied by sole users. No complaints about the service. Order at the counter and your food is brought to you table. Cinnamon rolls are very good. Cheddar biscuit was a bit underwhelming. Not as cheddary as it looks and a bit too much pepper on the top. Coffee is good if not anything special. Still a nice place to relax for a bit. read more

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I absolutely judge a coffee shop by their effort at syrups. Any place can buy garbage Torani, or try to think they are elite with Monin....quality crafters take the time to make their syrups and leave the chemical preservatives out so the coffee can be the main character on stage. Well Red delivers a smooth iced coffee that is perfectly balanced. I'll have to come back to offer perspective on their espresso. If you're in a hurry and take it to go, you'll miss out on the atmosphere. The open floor plan is warmed by oversized furniture, complementary colors and soooo many books!! The music is perfectly piped in to offer comfort and not overwhelm the space. Enjoy quiet reading time or conversation with a companion. read more

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I went here really expecting an amazing experience though I must sadly say that I was unimpressed. Having not been much of a caffeine person their other options were extremely limited and unappetizing, so I chose not to order as the baristas looked quite unpleased in my hesitance. Also, the place is quite small, there's not really anywhere to sit and it's so tight that it feels as if everyone is staring at you. Would not recommend. read more

Such sweet, and excellent service! The chai latte and decaf vanilla latte were both delicious. We will definitely return.

The coffee here is disgusting. Tastes burnt. The baristas are terribly rude and my quiche was cold. Only giving two stars because the atmosphere was okay. Never coming back. read more

I enjoy working here. Great staff. Always enjoyed their beer. I just wish they have something to eat sometimes but it's fine! Love it highly recommend read more

Love this place! Although it can get packed, we haven't been where we couldnt find a seat somewhere. They hosted a wine tasting that was a book pairing--what a neat concept. Their espresso program is great. I've gotten a tasty latte each time and they make their syrups in house. They also have a long list of pastries--the chocolate chip cookie was huge and delicious, and don't sleep on the key lime bar when it's available. Only in town for a couple weeks, but we are going almost every afternoon. read more

Love the vibe in here. Books coffee small pastries and wine. Great group of people either working or enjoying the morning. Great spot for coffee and to start your day. You might spend another hour here and not know where it went. read more

This is such a cozy and charming coffee shop that combines two of my favorite things, coffee and books! We spent the day in Auburn for my mom's birthday and decided to stop here before heading home and it ended up being my favorite stop of the day! My sister had to order two of the chai lattes because she loved it so much! My regular coffee latte with cinnamon was delicious and the handmade coffee mugs are a beautiful touch. The customer service was excellent! They were very personable and friendly and we felt comfortable and welcome. They had a good selection of books of various genres and a relaxed atmosphere with several people reading, studying, or chatting. They also offer a good selection of sweets and the black cocoa cake is a must-have if you love chocolate! If I lived in Auburn I would definitely be a regular customer here, but I will absolutely be stopping by again next time I'm in town. read more

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The atmosphere A+++ The coffee delicious and for those with a sweet tooth the chocolate cake is amazing! Well read is a great place to enjoy coffee and lunch and they also have a wonderful selection of books and journals for purchase as well. A must try! read more

Stepping into a real bookstore just transforms your soul. It's cozy and filled with the smell of the best cinnamon rolls around and the aroma of a fresh brew. I came back every day for their Moon over Madagascar tea. read more

The hidden diamond in Auburn! This place is a MUST GO if you're in Auburn and want to enjoy affordable quality coffee, buy or read a book, or just enjoy your time. It's family owned and the staff there make a concerted effort to learn and call everyone by name. The first time my wife and I went there, we really enjoyed it. A week later, we went again and the owner remembered us by name. Truly phenomenal customer service and connections. It's one of the busiest if not the busiest coffee shop in all of Auburn/Opelika, so seating it limited. We try to get there early enough to always have a spot to sit. The food is wonderful and you can tell the effort and quality that goes into it. I was astounded at the affordability of the drinks, considering many of the local coffee shops are ridiculously over-priced. For example, a delicious 16 ounce drip-coffee is under $3 and comes with a free refill. Their food items are equally as affordable, normally everything is under $5 and they offer rotating items like quiche, a variety of different creme brûlée, cheese cake, cookies, truffles, etc. The monkey-break is to die for. The reading material is outstanding ranging from children's books, to classic works, fiction/non-fiction, parenting, romance, humor, and philosophy. Some tend to be more left-leaning / liberal, but either way you can always find something good to resonate with. Pets are welcome (outside) and they do offer free water-bowls for them. Large groups can call in and reserve the group-table (I think it seats 8) for projects, book clubs, etc. My only complaint is that, while it is a nice place and intended primarily to read and enjoy coffee, many people do go there to socialize over coffee so conversations can be a little distracting (though this tends to be more outside than indoors). We haven't been for the evening wine (and beer) yet, but were told it's very popular and remains quite busy. Even in the summer, it's quite challenging to find seating, so in the Fall, it's likely going to be very selective. So if you can get there early (7am on week days, 8am on Saturday, 9am on Sunday) that's your best bet. My wife and I have been spending a couple hours several times a week here to read and enjoy our coffee and quiche, and we could not be happier. Though we are not the biggest fans of Alabama in general, we agreed that "Well Red" will be the one thing we miss the most. Truly a fantastic place to stay your day or relax. read more

I was in Auburn for the day (first time in the area) and found this little shop via a google search for bookstores. Great layout, great selection, super friendly staff! I didn't try the coffee since I had already tried another coffee shop but their strawberry lemonade was on point! Lots of seating options. Parking was easy for me but I could tell it definitely gets packed out sometimes. Definitely worth the visit! read more

Awesome place with amazing breakfast and a great variety of drinks to start your day!

Love this place! My first time I ordered a Lavendar latte. Employees were very nice and helpful. Coffee was so good. It was nice to have so many books to choose from to look thru. And I also ordered the cheesecake. Worth the purchase. Will definitely go back. read more

A gem!! It gets crowded, but it's a nice, comfy place to study! Outlets are scarce, but I love the coffee, teas, and desserts!

What a cute Place! A friend and I stumbled across this shop on Saturday. We decided to enjoy a bottle of wine. Had a delicious cab from Lido! The service was great and everyone was super friendly. The pastries are also delicious! Good vibes; reasonably priced; and such a unique place to visit. 10/10 suggest! read more

Hands down the best coffee in Auburn or Opelika. Their pastries are also phenomenal; baked by professionals with years of experience. They also have the friendliest, most welcoming staff. The building itself is a spacious, well lit, impeccably decorated, with positive, warm energy. There is ample parking, lots of places to sit and read or work, and reliable WiFi. I honestly cannot say enough good things about this shop, the quality of their coffee, or the kindness of their staff. It is truly a must if you're in the area. read more

Great location for a morning coffee, afternoon snack while reading or having a glass of wine in the evening. Very friendly staff and a good deal of indoor and outdoor seating. Excellent coffee! It's a unique, comfortable and low key destination. Give it a try. read more

This place has been my go to for coffee, books and wine for a long time now. The vibes are immaculate and the staff is always so helpful and insightful about different things to try. I am obsessed with this place and recommended it to everyone I meet. read more

Such a great space to get work done or meet with a friend! They have tons of inside and outside seating options, wonderful coffee and pastries, a beer and wine list, AND it's a bookstore??? All with some of the best service in Auburn?! It's a dream! read more

What a find! Set in a renovated bungalow with a variety of seating areas and styles. Sit out front in the yard,on the front porch, inside or on the back deck. Curated books for sale on the walls and friendly baristas. We were looking for an after dinner place and were delighted to find this place. It was packed earlier today when we drove by. Great music. Treat yourself read more

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I literally spend my days giving my money to well red. We love everything about it. Great coffee, lots of choices, yummy baked goods, great aesthetic & the sweetest staff! Also a great place for a stop after date night or to hangout on the weekend! I believe they're open till 9/10 and have wine and beer! read more

Love love LOVEEE this place! If you go, hopefully they're serving their famous s'more brownies!! They're to die for. Their PSL is sooo good as welll! This place is super cute! read more

Incredible book selection, wines and desserts! Excellent baristas and the owners really put a lot into this business. We are so blessed to have them in our community- we want them to stay around for years to come. Please go support this shop! read more

Awesome wine tasting event. They had 5 different different wine to try. Sat outback on the deck and loved the vibe. I will definitely be coming back! read more

My go to coffee place! Great service and environment. I love supporting local coffee shops and this one happens to be my absolute favorite spot. My only wish is that they get bigger cup sizes because the coffee is so good. read more

Great coffee shop, plus books and wine! Staff is friendly. Seating, though limited, is versatile for small groups, large groups, or individuals. Nice to grab a coffee and study here- or maybe procrastinate reading the first chapter of a classic novel read more