Reviews of Open Book Coffee (Bakery)

Dan Smith

Great coffee shop with an amazing selection of local books for people of all ages! The owner was so friendly and welcoming as well. Will definitely be visiting again!

Melody Vachon

Went in today for a coffee, the guy was very nice. They have great books great food, very happy I found this cool place

Kyla Ley

So cozy, great coffee, and love to see so many books that are focused on local NS! Will definitely be back!

Petra Sharp

Do not go. Owner has a chip on his shoulder the size of a log. I mistakenly used the store’s chairs- they were two different chairs than the patio section , placed farther away against a wall. I had been sitting for 20 minutes finishing my own lunch when a man suddenly loomed over me. He asks- more like barks- “Are you a paying customer?!” I say no, however I have been in the past and before I can explain I didn’t realize it was his chairs he goes “so are you just stealing my wifi?!” No I was not. I immediately apologize and ask if I should leave- while already collecting my things and getting out of the chair. He then proceeds to lecture me in the most condescending tone “You need to understand you have a PRIVILEGE- I’m trying to run a business, this isn’t a free space, yada yada” Not running it well obviously- by the fact that there are hardly any customers, ever, and the food is overpriced and just plain bad. I don’t know if he had a bad day or what but the way he seemed personally angry at me was just plain bizarre. I basically had to run away. The cashier though, an older guy- he seems nice. Owner however…does not deserve your business and nor would you want too.

Michelle S

What a fantastic find! Great coffee and treats and lots of great books to browse.

Andrey Smirnov

Stylish place, friendly staff great coffee!

Chris

Good selection of local books, and friendly staff. A place I will be returning too in the future

Richard Whittall

Nice atmosphere but cappuccino is too milky, hot and large.

Megan MacKeigan

This is an absolute hidden gem and worth the trip over to Strawberry Hill. Food is delicious, drinks are great, atmosphere is awesome, but most of all the service is spectacular. A great place to chat with friends, meet a date, have a quiet cup of tea, or get some work done. I will be back!

Glenna Brown

This cafe is so special with its wide selection of local books and vintage decorations. The friendly barista, who may also have been the owner , excitedly told me about his vintage pieces and art collections. A lovely place to visit and buy local.

Ronan O'Driscoll

Oasis of culture in the North End. Coffee and Books = perfect

Dawit Mahari

A lot of people also to many books

Andrew Strokan

Great coffee, atmosphere and cookie

Jemy Joseph

An absolute gem of a find in Halifax! Loved the library and cafe concept combined, with really beautiful rustic decor. The latte I got was delicious as well. I would be delighted to go back the next time I visit Halifax! The customer service was also excellent.

TH Hunter

Great service

Raquel Chubey

Dropped my car off for check up and be lined it for bookstore as it just opened and needed to check it out. 2 gentlemen were very friendly, coffee was great. Chie tea also good. They also sell books because attached to a publisher..Nimbus I think. Bought 2 books, baby book for shower and go birthday and bought sea glass book. Snacks good to. Atmosphere is great

Karla Sonnichsen

The best coffee! Organic and made with love by Joe! Hidden away it’s worth locating and you can browse books too!

Dylan Wagner

Super friendly staff. Coffee is delicious, fairly priced, and the food is even better. Hidden jem on an otherwise unassuming street. Will go again often.

Louise McDow

A great little coffee shop where you can sit and read your book, enjoy a coffee and a treat.

Mel Doucette

Loved this place very nice to just sit and chat and have fun and the food was delish and i love the selection of books available will definitely be back

Catherine Wende

What a great find! This coffee shop is out of the way but well worth paying a visit. I am always looking for the best cappuccino in Halifax and was totally impressed with the cappuccino I was served. The shop is attached to Nimbus Publishing and has a large display of many local books, available for purchase. There are several areas to sit and enjoy your preferred coffee, as well as luncheon choices and/or muffins/desserts. Friendly staff and interesting cafe. Highly recommend it!

Denis Pankov

Great atmosphere and coffee.

Luke Philpott

Great local business that supports local arts. Coffee was excellent (laughing whale) and service was impeccable. The owner really makes you feel welcomed.

Jacque DesLauriers

hidden in the car park wasteland of strawberry hill, this cafe is the reading room for nimbus publishing house. a wall of books, friendly service, lovingly poured espresso-based drinks, a good selection of baked goods, and none too busy, at least today. I found my new coffee spot.

Sharon Hallam

Beautiful bookstore Cafe....thoughtful layout wonderful personable owner 'Joe' who supports and is promoting Canadian authors, very knowledgeable and helpful. Go for the ☕ and the atmosphere but also ensure you peruse the vast array of talented Canadian authors.

Peter Perry

What a lovely little cafe. The staff are really super friendly and the coffee is great. They have a really nice reading room outback for quiet reading and even small clubs for example. Totally recommend going there!

Andy Ardern

Love this little cafe. Great coffee, excellent atmosphere. Filled with books!

Mark Taylor

INCREDIBLE coffee, and super cool cafe. Great views from the patio too.

Ian Shepherd

Great coffee very chilled

Sian

Good

Melanie Staten

Love this spot so much, the coffee is great and they have a wonderful curated selection of local books. Favorite cafe in the North End!

Jim Mosher

Great friendly atmosphere very knowledgeable about local books

Analia Silveira

Great place to find local books and delicious drinks and baked goods! Both the owner and fellow customers were friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend to anyone either passing through or looking to for a regular coffee shop that's not too overpriced and busy. Looking forward to going again

John Corbett

Interesting association with Nimbus publishers

Sarah Dewi

Really sweet spot, real coffee, not the fake TH stuff

Anish Naqvi

Stopped in today for the first time it was nice! Had carrot cake and an Americano. Service was friendly and though I didn’t dine in the place looks very cozy. I will have to come back another time for the full experience because the small snippet I got was delightful.

Shirlee Davidson

Great atmosphere. Had great coffee and panini.

Jeff Williamson

Awesome new coffee shop and lunch restaurant in Halifax. Cozy couches and chairs, buy brand new books and offers a great vibe. Better coffee than Starbucks and the big plus is you're supporting a locally owned business. Highly recommend Open Book Coffee.

Les Howie

Great lunchtime fare, good coffee and a helpful staff. Plus books to browse and a nice small patio.

Margaret Henry

It was clean, friendly, and reasonable

The Last Brobo

Best coffee shop in the North End.

M H

Great coffee, friendly staff,and good service

Marie-Paule Laforge

Great spot!

Bob Ross

WOW!! What a hidden little gem of a coffee shop/bookstore. Just incredible. Wickedly good coffee drinks made with Certified Fair Trade, Certified Organic beans roasted by Laughing Whale in Lunenburg. They also sell a humungous selection of new books from a bunch of local publishing companies. There's a couple of different rooms, (one like a little living room with a really cool graffiti mural sprayed on the wall) free WiFi, a ton of free parking and the place has a terrific vibe!! I'll be back for sure!

Peter McIntyre

Fantastic coffee, great atmosphere, music perfect, oatcake great, and server friendly!

Susan Van Iderstine

Wow, what a gem of a coffee shop! Friendly staff, comfy chairs, really excellent beverages. Books!!

BL Smith

Good basic and specialty coffee. Nice treats. Very pleasant baristas. The decor is cozy and inviting. A nice place to have a coffee on a grey day.

Sean of the Oaks

This is a great, relaxed space, which can be hard to find in Halifax. Joe takes pride in serving excellent craft coffee and delicious food/snacks. This cafe supports local authors and publishers while providing a comfortable, relaxed atmosphere. Dropped in for a latte and spent an afternoon. A latte with oat milk is definitely worth the try.

Emily Sheen

Beautiful local book shop & cafe, visited for the first time for the book sale but will be sure to come again just for the amazing atmosphere

Laura Berry

Love this little gem!!!

margaret power

Very friendly staff, great drinks and food! Will be back again and again.

Linton Worrall

Had a wonderful experience. Laughing Whale coffee delicious and fair trade. Locally made soup and deserts very tasty. Atmosphere extremely welcoming and relaxing. This will definitely be my go to cafe.

Lee Kelly

Fantastic coffee and service. Great atmosphere and very welcoming of myself and my Family.

Francis Plante

Friendly atmosphere, good food, service was great, definitely be back