Joseph-Beth Booksellers: A cozy Lexington hub for books, café, and local author events.
Joseph-Beth Booksellers in Lexington invites guests to browse a spacious, airy store with a charming café, ample seating, and a kid-friendly zone. Reviews praise a broad, gift-ready selection, autographed titles, and frequent events with Kentucky authors. The inviting atmosphere and thoughtful layout encourage lingering, browsing, and discovering new favorites.
161 Lexington Green Cir # B, Lexington, KY 40503, USA
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Wide selection of new releases, bestsellers, genres, and autographed books from local and national authors.
Full-service café offering coffee, meals, and snacks in a cozy setting, perfect for reading or socializing.
Unique gifts, cards, and stationery arranged by vendor and interest for all occasions.
Dedicated children's section with books, play stations, and family-friendly amenities like baby changing stations.
Hosts signings, talks, and creative events featuring Kentucky authors and literary discussions.
Cozy seating areas, fireplaces, and nooks to relax and explore books in a welcoming atmosphere.
Overall rating
Reagan Hassani
Beautiful and full book/gift shop! We spent hours in there browsing everywhere. Nice bistro as well. Good prices, lots of genres, and lots of places to sit which is great. There’s also a baby changing station in the restroom. Love this place and will be back!
Deni Tobin
Truly the most beautiful bookstore I’ve ever seen. Excellent selection, very kid friendly atmosphere and equipped woth kids’ zone with play stations.
Shelby Sergent
Always a great evening when I get to have dinner and go to Joseph Beth Booksellers after. I grew up as a kid with my dad taking me to my hometown’s Barnes and Noble after we would eat out on a friday night. This is giving me all those fuzzy memories and more. (I have my own money now and can buy coffee too!) I LOVE that they bring local Kentucky authors in to speak and sign books. I have so many personalized, hardcover copies from authors whom I adore and was able to speak to and shake hands with. (Hello Silas House!) I’m so grateful for their creative events as well. Seemingly a very creative team behind this book selling institution.
Emily Rees (RV Emilee)
This is hands down one of the best bookstores I’ve ever visited. It’s a bit on the pricey side, but you definitely get your money’s worth. I love the cozy stands, the little café, and the overall decor. You can even sit by the fire and enjoy a good book. The kids’ section downstairs is fantastic too. It’s definitely a must-see! I also love the collection of autographed books—they’re such a unique find. And the spicy labels in the romance section? Perfect for those who love a bit of heat in their reading, offering a peek into how intense the books are before committing.
Carlos Ramirez
Great indie bookstore in a strip mall atmosphere . It's airey and suburbany, in this case, contents are what matter. Although there aren't squeaky wood floors and brick walls, there's a great book selection with plenty of nooks and seating to delve into the books. Nice selection of gifts throughout, which are arranged by vendor and interest. A fantastic spot to spend some time. Definitely recommend.
