While accessing email, news articles, and our favorite titles online is certainly convenient, there’s something to be said for setting the screen aside and burying your nose in a good book. If you love doing your reading the old-fashioned way, this bookstore bar in West Virginia provides the perfect spot to do it. Relax, find your next read, fall into the pages, while you sip wine at Taylor Books.
Discover Taylor Books on Capitol Street in picturesque downtown Charleston. The independent bookstore, cafe, and art gallery opened in 1995 and has become a must-visit destination for book lovers over the years.
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The sprawling shop has every kind of book imaginable including those hard-to-find reads. With a broad selection and frequent sales, this bookstore is an enjoyable and affordable place to visit.
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The friendly store is loaded with books of all kinds. But if you prefer to do your reading online, you can settle in and use the free wifi.
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Turn a trip to Taylor Books into a family outing. The colorful kid’s area will keep the younger set engaged.
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Feasting your eyes on all of the titles will likely lead to an armload of books.
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The bookstore is just part of the amazing operation at Taylor Books. You’ll also find a cafe feature scrumptious baked goods, salads, sandwiches, and their world-famous scones.
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You can also unwind with a book and sip wine. Get lost in a story and enjoy your choice of coffee, tea, smoothies, wine, or beer.
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Spend some time sipping and reading at Taylor Books for a relaxing retreat that you’ll be sure to enjoy.
Facebook/Taylor Books The bookstore bar cafe is open Monday - Thursday from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m., Friday from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. - 10 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Learn more by checking out their website or Facebook page. Address: 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV 25301.
Drinking wine at this bookstore bar is always a treat but you can also check out some of West Virginia’s early winemaking history on this incredible hike.
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The bookstore bar cafe is open Monday - Thursday from 7 a.m. - 8 p.m., Friday from 7 a.m. - 10 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. - 10 p.m., and Sunday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Learn more by checking out their website or Facebook page. Address: 226 Capitol Street, Charleston, WV 25301.
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