Wide selection of books across fiction, non-fiction, and specialty genres for all ages.
Cozy basement café serving coffee, tea, pastries, and cocktails with happy hour specials.
Comfortable seating with charging ports for reading, working, or studying in a relaxed environment.
Inviting atmosphere to explore shelves and discover new reads at your own pace.
Regular happy hours and potential literary events to enhance the community experience.
I went to the cafe and The matcha tasted like nothing but the atmosphere is cute and aesthetic bc it’s in a book store. I would say there’s good selection of seats there’s 2 charging port at the long table. Serves food but when I asked they said only pastries as I watch them hand out another dish of avocado toasts….
Came in to buy another book and was taken in by the ‘happy hour’! ( one and one for half price) Really lovely (on the basement? Floor) the staff were very nice and the cocktails are good too, for a bookshop vibes 10/10. Browsing 10/10. And cocktails I’ll do a 8/10 because while it’s not a bar it’s still good drinks and happy hour!
Great book store, very easy to get to. Happy hour cocktails, what's not to like.
The staff in the basement cafe today are quite unpleasant. My latte was not made hot, and it went cold quite quickly. So I just asked them if they could kindly make it again and they said they would charge me again! Couldn’t believe it. Some people should not work in hospitality, especially in a lovely bookshop like this. Just seen another customer ask this member of staff, right in front of my eyes, why she was so annoyed with her! I said I had the same experience!
My favorite place to visit in London! I Love the cozy atmosphere of working in the cafe, enjoying their hot chocolate and cookies. It’s even better that I can stroll around the books while sitting in the cafe. Such a relaxing spot!

London's literary haven with books, coffee, and cocktails—where stories come to life.
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Waterstones at Tottenham Court Road is a beloved London bookshop offering a vast selection of books across genres, complemented by a cozy basement café and bar. With a 4.6/5 Google rating, it's a go-to spot for book lovers, students, and professionals seeking a relaxing atmosphere. Enjoy browsing shelves, sipping coffee or cocktails during happy hour, and working in a charming setting. Our friendly staff and unique blend of literature and hospitality make it a must-visit destination in the heart of London.
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