Boston Book-Bars Create a Literary Revolution Blending Books and Beverages
What’s better than settling down with a good book and a great beverage? In Boston, this matchup has given rise to book-bars, a place where bibliophiles can get their fill of books and booze. The following book-bars in Greater Boston offer book and drink pairings you won’t want to miss:
Book Ends
Located in Winchester, Book Ends has operated as an independent bookstore since 1984. The owners, Lauren Tiedemann and Jillian Hartline, deliver engaging community events. Monthly book clubs meet for general interest and science fiction, fantasy, and horror genres. The monthly wine tastings offer exceptional ways to explore fabulous wines paired with great reads. | 559 Main St., Winchester
Lovestruck Books
Headquartered in Cambridge, Lovestruck Books is the community’s first-of-its-kind romance bookstore, celebrating love in all forms. In addition to its book-filled spaces, a cafe and wine bar is set to open in February, delivering food and beverages to complement your favorite slow burn, self-love, or epic saga. | 44 Brattle St., Cambridge
Over the Tunnel Books
This speakeasy-like bookstore is a retreat from the world, hidden below a grocery store and directly over the Sumner Tunnel. Foodies will relish the bookstore’s curated collection of cookbooks, food magazines, and other food-related publications. Two comfortable chairs, floor pillows, an espresso machine, and beverages from the wine fridge upstairs available for purchase make this an indulgent place. | 110 Meridian St., East Boston
Tres Gatos
This full-service bookstore, restaurant, and music store delivers an incredible book, food, and beverage experience. The restaurant portion is open Monday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Friday through Sunday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. The bookstore and record shop is open Monday through Friday from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. and weekends from noon to 10 p.m. | 470 Centre St., Jamaica Plain
Wild Child
A new location for this culinary events and education space is the brainchild of the team behind natural wine bars Rebel Rebel and Dear Annie. You’ll find cookbooks and wine books galore, plus a one-hour wine class offered every week. Check the events calendar for upcoming special programs. | 30 Bow St., Somerville