Indie BookSellers

Independent bookstore in Chicago

The Book Cellar

The Book Cellar is a Lincoln Square neighborhood bookstore and cafe where broad new-book shelves meet wine, conversation, and a full calendar of reader events. Readers will find fiction, romance, mystery, fantasy, nonfiction, poetry, cookbooks, children’s reading, local authors, young adult books, gifts, and staff recommendations.

About The Book Cellar

The Book Cellar is a Lincoln Square neighborhood bookstore and cafe where broad new-book shelves meet wine, conversation, and a full calendar of reader events. Its selection includes fiction, romance, mystery, fantasy, nonfiction, poetry, cookbooks, children’s reading, local authors, young adult books, gifts, and staff recommendations. Knowledgeable independent booksellers make this a worthwhile local stop for recommendations, browsing, and supporting the city’s reading community.

This profile is part of the Indie BookSellers directory of independently owned, brick-and-mortar bookstores. Store inventory changes frequently, so contact the bookseller with a title or ISBN when you are looking for a specific edition.

Books, specialties, and services

Specialty

Children’s books Young adult

Service

Author events Book clubs Café Online ordering Wine bar

Format

New books

Store hours

Current hours have not yet been independently verified.

Hours can change for holidays, events, and seasonal schedules. Check the bookstore’s official website or call before making a special trip.

Accessibility information

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