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Epilogue is an independent bookstore and Mexican cafe that aims to foster community in the heart of Chapel Hill. It is a place for people to gather, whether to cultivate new ideas, learn old ones, or escape into the welcoming atmosphere that books, chocolate, beer, and coffee all provide. We have an assortment of pastries as well as a full breakfast menu that includes burritos, omelettes, pancakes and more!
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Address: 109 E Franklin St #100, Chapel Hill, NC 27514
Phone: (919) 913-5055
Website: https://www.epiloguebook.com/
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Reviews
Kloszaf
If you like reading books, then you’ll like the ambience of this place. But, if you are hoping to find a good breakfast to pair with that book you are so eager to read, please look for a different place. We ordered Mexican Chilaquiles. Picture speaks for itself.
… moreRupa Majhi
We ordered matcha and cafe latte both was average but the ambience and vibe was amazing very cozy great place to hangout with friends ❤️
… moreania g
Workers are SO rude and judgmental. Food is good but way overpriced. Cute atmosphere, but the treatment by the workers ruined the entire experience.
… moreMolly
always love stopping by for some books and coffee while i’m in town. if you love small presses and poetry epilogue has you covered <3
… moreRaquel Rodriguez-Asher
Came here during a weekend trip for a wedding. The mangonada was so fresh! We had ordered the Dorian, but the staff discovered it was out of stock just after. The manager was so apologetic, he refunded us and gave us our iced tea on the house! Such a cute spot and phenomenal customer service. Will def come back the next time we’re in Chapel Hill!
… moreNick
Good selection and prices of books, great atmosphere, some hood churros and coffee. Will 100% revisit if I visit the area again
… moreJoel Meoak
Great combined coffee shop and bookstore. Great churros and sipping chocolate. I also got a shaken espresso. They also offer breakfast until 3pm. Highly recommend visiting for a chill spot to get a book and coffee.
… moreKhaled Eldeeb
I am a traveller for work. I always frequent coffee shops, libraries, and book stores. I have never had a situation such as the following.
Sitting down checking out a book. Get approached by a worker and told “Hey I’m sorry but did you buy this book? You cannot read unless you buy. We have had people spill drinks on books.”
“Okay. If I sit there and not drink anything. Can I check the book out?”
“No you’ll have to buy it.”
Talked to manager. I was friendly and soft. “I am a traveller for work, I always frequent coffee shops and book stores. I really like this place, it’s very pretty.”
“Awesome!”
“But I’ve never seen a policy such as this, about not being able to check out books without buying them.”
“Yeah it’s there for a reason, because”
“Yeah she told me, to not spill coffee on it, but I did ask if I can check the book out over there without a drink.”
“Yeah it’s policy though, it is what it is” and shrugged me off.
It pains me to give a coffee shops and a book store a negative review. But this is ridiculous, even the worst chain bookstores allow you to check books before buying them. Let alone a literal coffee shops / bookstores.
Edit: Responding to the manager – the above is literally exactly how the conversation went. At no point did I say he was rude or not calm. No shaming, just the truth. My wife was even on the phone and heard the conversation.
I started by complimenting the place, he was happy. I then told him about that policy and he turned cold, explained it verbatim as I said. Then shrugged me off.
You can tell by how defensive he is that something is off. This a 1 star for the policy, not for the interaction. And the interaction did go verbatim as I mentioned. He was calm and polite, but he did shrug me off coldly at the end when I critiqued the policy.
Honesty is honesty. And the response shows you the attitude at the end of the day. He did not offer a correction to how the conversation went, just tried to gaslight me with “public shaming of a small business” part and mentioned his calm demeanor, which I did not criticize.
… moreSitting down checking out a book. Get approached by a worker and told “Hey I’m sorry but did you buy this book? You cannot read unless you buy. We have had people spill drinks on books.”
“Okay. If I sit there and not drink anything. Can I check the book out?”
“No you’ll have to buy it.”
Talked to manager. I was friendly and soft. “I am a traveller for work, I always frequent coffee shops and book stores. I really like this place, it’s very pretty.”
“Awesome!”
“But I’ve never seen a policy such as this, about not being able to check out books without buying them.”
“Yeah it’s there for a reason, because”
“Yeah she told me, to not spill coffee on it, but I did ask if I can check the book out over there without a drink.”
“Yeah it’s policy though, it is what it is” and shrugged me off.
It pains me to give a coffee shops and a book store a negative review. But this is ridiculous, even the worst chain bookstores allow you to check books before buying them. Let alone a literal coffee shops / bookstores.
Edit: Responding to the manager – the above is literally exactly how the conversation went. At no point did I say he was rude or not calm. No shaming, just the truth. My wife was even on the phone and heard the conversation.
I started by complimenting the place, he was happy. I then told him about that policy and he turned cold, explained it verbatim as I said. Then shrugged me off.
You can tell by how defensive he is that something is off. This a 1 star for the policy, not for the interaction. And the interaction did go verbatim as I mentioned. He was calm and polite, but he did shrug me off coldly at the end when I critiqued the policy.
Honesty is honesty. And the response shows you the attitude at the end of the day. He did not offer a correction to how the conversation went, just tried to gaslight me with “public shaming of a small business” part and mentioned his calm demeanor, which I did not criticize.
Bradley McDevitt
The single most pretentious coffeeshop experience of my life. And I came from Seattle, so you know that’s saying something.
Is it me? I ask myself that each time I’ve visited. That’s right. I gave it three chances. Was I polite? My God, was I polite. Was i tolerant of the glacial pace of beverage creation? You bet I was. Was i willing to overlook the mediocre quality of my oatmilk mocha? Yes, until no. The third time of asking proved that it was a cultivated nonchalance, a learned indifference, and a disregard for virtuosity-or even effort-that flavored every aspect of my experience.
Granted, I am not the target audience, at least based off the decor and curated reading selections. However, y’all means all, right?
Avoid.
… moreIs it me? I ask myself that each time I’ve visited. That’s right. I gave it three chances. Was I polite? My God, was I polite. Was i tolerant of the glacial pace of beverage creation? You bet I was. Was i willing to overlook the mediocre quality of my oatmilk mocha? Yes, until no. The third time of asking proved that it was a cultivated nonchalance, a learned indifference, and a disregard for virtuosity-or even effort-that flavored every aspect of my experience.
Granted, I am not the target audience, at least based off the decor and curated reading selections. However, y’all means all, right?
Avoid.
Sage Recaps
I stumbled upon Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews in downtown Chapel Hill, and what a delightful find! The place combines the charm of a cozy bookstore with the warmth of a coffee bar, creating an atmosphere that’s both inviting and unique.
The concept of enjoying a good book with a freshly brewed coffee or a sweet treat is brilliant, and Epilogue executes it beautifully. The selection of books is impressive, with shelves lined with a variety of genres that cater to all kinds of readers. It’s easy to lose track of time browsing through their collection.
The café area is equally appealing. The menu offers a nice range of coffee, pastries, and other goodies, all of which pair perfectly with the ambiance. The décor is thoughtfully done, with hanging plants, warm lighting, and plenty of seating that makes it a perfect spot to relax or get some work done.
I was particularly impressed by how well the space balances being both a functional café and a bookstore. The service was friendly and efficient, adding to the overall positive experience. Whether you’re a book lover, a coffee enthusiast, or just someone looking for a cozy spot to unwind, Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews is definitely worth a visit.
… moreThe concept of enjoying a good book with a freshly brewed coffee or a sweet treat is brilliant, and Epilogue executes it beautifully. The selection of books is impressive, with shelves lined with a variety of genres that cater to all kinds of readers. It’s easy to lose track of time browsing through their collection.
The café area is equally appealing. The menu offers a nice range of coffee, pastries, and other goodies, all of which pair perfectly with the ambiance. The décor is thoughtfully done, with hanging plants, warm lighting, and plenty of seating that makes it a perfect spot to relax or get some work done.
I was particularly impressed by how well the space balances being both a functional café and a bookstore. The service was friendly and efficient, adding to the overall positive experience. Whether you’re a book lover, a coffee enthusiast, or just someone looking for a cozy spot to unwind, Epilogue Books Chocolate Brews is definitely worth a visit.