Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
1179 Reviews
- Thursday9 AM–5 PM
- Friday9 AM–5 PM
- Saturday9 AM–5 PM
- Sunday9 AM–5 PM
- Monday9 AM–5 PM
- Tuesday9 AM–5 PM
- Wednesday9 AM–5 PM
About the Business
Black Squirrel Books | Ottawa's bookstore cafe, serving up new & used books, coffee & tea, craft beer and wine.
Contacts
Call Us
+16134229050
1073 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1S 3W9
Hours
- Thursday9 AM–5 PM
- Friday9 AM–5 PM
- Saturday9 AM–5 PM
- Sunday9 AM–5 PM
- Monday9 AM–5 PM
- Tuesday9 AM–5 PM
- Wednesday9 AM–5 PM
Features
- Delivery
- Wheelchair-accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- In-store pickup
- In-store shopping
- Curbside pickup
- Wi-Fi
Recommended Reviews
Mrs. Gagnon
05.10.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
Wow! Amazing bookstore and staff!I easily describe myself as a bookaholic. My shelves can never be too full.The selection and organization met and surpassed my expectations. Everyone should visit, give yourselves at least an hour or two to wander both levels. Bring a bag that will handle the many books that will magically fall into your hands".Prices are really good."
Nammi Nguyen
30.09.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
Literally amazing. Where else can you get hardcovers of popular books for less than $15?? Insane. I need to know their business model cause this is very impressive. Huge selection of books! The first floor I thought was already enough but they even have a basement. One of the few used books stores that like I mentioned, have more popular and well known books. They also carry a decent selection of new books that obviously aren’t discounted but still nice to have the option! Decent space inside too to sit and study and the cafe is great. I got a matcha latte which was good just wished it was stronger and an orange chocolate chip cookie that was delicious. Highly recommend, I will be back!!
Rinky
10.09.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
Honestly a gem. I finally went after years of hearing great reviews and it's well worth the hype. It's a small, local place which supports used book sales. I think it's worth a go. You get to try your book and then buy it at a discounted price if you like it! And it's so much more sustainable too. Love the concept and love how many books they provide.
Amina ELMO
06.09.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
If you love coffee and books this place is for you!This is my favourite place for a good coffee and vegan treats (they have 5 options).Ice Matcha latte was delicious.The vegan brownie was excellent.Very knowledgeable and friendly staff.Will definitely come back
Lynne Lin
04.09.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
Great get away either with friends or alone…. Always packed on weekends so best come here early or during weekdaysNot only they serve coffee and espresso, you can also sip wine and others while in the store browsing for books….. lay back ambiance
Michaela K
28.08.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
If you’re a book lover who happens to love sipping on a good drink, this is the place for you! Not only is the interior super cute, the coffees and pastries are wonderful. Plus, this is one of the only places in Ottawa that I’ve seen Espresso & Tonic!
Lydia MacInnis
19.08.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
My husband and I go out of our way to visit this shop often. They are very generous with store credit for books you bring in (I'm not sure if they offer cash as well at a lower rate).You can tell they are picky with what they put on their shelves, making sure it is quality, so it is not hard to find something you want to read. Their treats and drinks are delicious, with lots of seating. I recommend you try the dominion city seltzer they sell!
Emilie Corriveau-Plaziac
05.08.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
It was such a cute place and the staff were so kind and the coffee was so delicious. I also loved the big selection of books and the overall vibe here was amazing I really reccomend going here.
Harishyam Manohar
25.07.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
In a city with a lots of coffee shop, this surely is something different. Coffee in a book store. It’s an ambience to experience and a Good concept.Firstly, I tried Mocha here and it was good. They have like 5 options in coffee. Very limited food other than some pastries, obviously they don’t want food to ruin books. They had some vegan options too. The interior decor with old books around you with a coffee mug in your one hand and a book on your other is unexplainable feeling..They have old and new book in two floor building. The book collection is really good and well organized. The staffs were really friendly and knowledgeable.There is parking in the side and also street parking in the front which was really helpful.
Christabel A
18.07.2023
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar
They’re a used books shop entwined with a coffee shop. They have an African books section, which is rare for Ottawa. The only downside is that they open a bit later and close a bit earlier than I would like.
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1073 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1S 3W9
Black Squirrel Books & Espresso Bar