There’s nothing like finding that perfect spot to get lost in a good book. With several cozy nooks around Asheville, we’re rounding up our top picks for places to curl up with your latest read.
Battery Park Book Exchange & Champagne Bar | Stop by this bar in the Grove Arcade that offers 10,000+ purchasable titles, reading spots, and (most importantly) glasses of bubbly. And if you’re anything like us, this is the perfect recipe for a nap afterward.
Buncombe County Public Libraries | We love supporting a free community resource, especially when it offers a nearly limitless selection of books, audiobooks, and news media. Plus, waste no time after you find your next read — cozy up in an open chair and dive right in. Bonus: Be sure to check out the used bookstore at the Pack Memorial location, or the giveaway cart for an unexpected literary adventure.
Flora + Forage | Enjoy your latest read surrounded by greenery while sipping on a botanical-flavored latte or glass of wine in this combination plant shop and cafe. Plus, Bagatalle Books is right next door.
Lake Julian Park | Here’s a secret: If an area is quiet enough for a fisherman, it’s perfect for a reader. That’s why we love finding an open park bench by the water at this 300-acre lake. We recommend avoiding benches near the kid’s playground for extra serenity.
Malaprop’s Bookstore & Cafe | Pick up a new book for purchase at this popular bookstore that’s been in AVL since 1982 then stick around for a coffee, espresso, or tea in the cafe.
Rowan Coffee | Online reviewers all agree — this is a quiet cafe with friendly staff and great drinks. The bright green matcha latte might be your next favorite drink too (or at the very least a post on your Instagram story).
Looking for some book suggestions? Check out our guide to locally written books, ranging from personal stories to family-friendly books.
