Southland Books and Cafe

Nat Erlin

2023-10

Visited TN for work and was so happy to find this gem close to where I was staying. The staff and owner were so nice, and I loved their extensive vegan menu! Adorable book themed names really took the cake :)I ordered the Hannah Arendt and can't say enough good things about it. I loved the food, the adjoining book store, and the overall atmosphere. If I'm ever in the area again, I will definitely be back.

Scarlett

2024-02

Delightful bookshop, with a huge amount of books from any genre or decade! The prices are also quite reasonable, and everyone who works there are very friendly. The atmosphere is cozy and quiet, and there is a small cafe with good food where you can sit and read your new books.

Liz DelCarmen

2023-12

This shop is a must visit every time I’m in Tennessee. I’ve never left spending less than $80 and carting out a box full of books. Well organized, the used books are in excellent condition, the shop is clean, and the staff is amazing. Seriously, the staff is friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable, and I personally feel safe and welcomed by their support of the LGBTQ community, and I’m always proud to support any business that stands against censorship and book bans.I hope to be shopping here for many years to come.

Leslie Heckert

2024-04

Super knowledgeable staff, extremely welcoming (it was the first time I'd been there in quite a while, and Lisa made sure to show me around to where anything and everything I might need would be), TONS of in-store and after hours activities, there is definitely something for everyone 🤘

Kinkel Kinkel

2024-03

Need to update the hours of the cafe. It was frustrating to get there after driving for about an hour with another 2.5 hours to go until we reached our destination, and be told the cafe was closed because on certain days they actually close at 3:00PM instead of 4:00PM. Please note, the 4:00PM close time for a Monday was indicated not only online but also on their door.Might have been good. We'll never know because the hours weren't accurate.

Megan Poll

2024-01

Precious book store with an amazing cafe. All staff I have encountered on my visits have been super friendly and helpful. Definitely give their sandwiches a try. The pickles are showstoppers as well as their dessert case.

Caitlin Holley

2024-02

amazing! the environment is warm and welcoming. the people who work here are so kind and genuine. and there’s a very nice pup who will give some pets!!! 10/10

Sea Fogarty

2023-12

A fun place to get lost for the day.Serious book collectors, this store is for you! Beautiful selection of classic literature including leather bound options.LP/vinyls are cash only so be prepared! Worth a look!

Bill Cummins

2019-05

I love books and this store is a regular stop in Maryville. They have a huge, reasonably priced collection which includes Southern authors, local interest, a good poetry section, and all other genres. A great cafe is also a part of the store and is a regular stop for the locals. This is a friendly business where you are welcomed at the door.

Michael Coffey

2024-04

Love this bookstore, the people that own it and the people that work at it and work at the coffee shop and downstairs, our friendly and kind and just the best people. All kinds of old books to look for and you can even sell things here too.

Logan Gratehouse

2023-11

Was passing through the area on the way to the airport and found this charming place and has to stop in. So glad I did. Excellent selection of used and new books, a cafe, a "dead media" shop, it's just the kind of place I would gladly spend a day and probably more than a little money. Cool vibes indeed. If I'm ever back in Maryville, this will be on the list of places to stop by.

mf675913

2023-05

UPDATE: some prices are better and they have Destroyer books. Can’t be all bad. OLD REVIEW 3 years ago: Lots of books but I feel prices are a little too high.

Meghan Steele

2024-01

Food is divine, service was prompt and friendly. So glad we found this place! Hubby got a chicken club and I, a tofu pesto vegan panini.

Joel Davenport

2022-05

I am very thankful to have found this cafe so close to where I live! Delicious plant-based options, including desserts!

Jesse Lehn

2024-01

Southland Books and Cafe is awesome! The owners are wonderful. It is a very welcoming environment. Great for coffee, tea and lunch!

Chris Fuller (Dibs)

2024-04

Nice cozy little place to get a book and a meal. Their Cafe has some great drinks.

Amelia Gorz

2024-05

Southland has a huge selection of all kinds of books! A book lovers paradise 😍

CJ Robinson

2024-04

Warm, welcoming, clean and well-staffed. Lisa has done an amazing job.

Angela Jaramillo

2023-11

One spoonful of the tomato basil soup I knew I found my spot. How have I been here almost two years and never knew about this place! I got the chickensandwich with pimento cheese Farnsworth I believe is the name. I will be back

Rick Rutherford

2023-10

Awesome place. Great selection of books, including fancy leather bound versions of your favorite classics. The Dungeon is unbelievably cool for horror fans everywhere. Love this place

Kris Moore

2024-04

Great selection of used books. Staff are helpful and can get anything you ask for.

Nicole Fitzgerald

2023-09

A truly special gem of Maryville with amazing food/coffee and an incredible collection of books. The cashier was super sweet and very helpful. I ordered a BLT, and all of the ingredients were fresh and tasty. The homemade rosemary garlic bread was divine, and I'll definitely be coming back to buy loaves of it for my own meals. The bookstore has such a cozy, old-timey feel to it that I love with a huge variety of books. From beautiful leather-bound classics to horror, young adult novels, westerns, philosophy, history, DIY, and more, it has everything you can think of. They also have an extensive collection of vinyl records in the back. I didn't realize that there was even more stuff in the downstairs section, but I will definitely be exploring it next time I visit. 10/10 would recommend!

Theresa Swann

2024-02

Great bookstore and cafe. Wonderful lunch stop. My fav is the egg salad.

Scott Dickinson

2023-06

This place is fantastic. Very old school bookstore where you can wander aisles and just find the most random of things. The cafe had some very tasty options. Very large vegan menu as well. Staff was helpful and considerate. New favorite.

Christian McCall

2023-06

Very good book store! As a graduate student studying military history they have a massive selection to pick from. A bit unorganized. But what book store isn’t. Books generally run 1/4th to half price of the original cost, which is decent. They also have a small cafe too but I didn’t go in there. Maybe next time!

Julie Boucher

2023-05

Wonderful, cozy, comfy, calming bookstore. Large selection, something for everyone. Friendly staff, but they also leave you alone to browse. There are chairs amongst the book aisles that you could sit in & read. There’s a cafe with a little dining area, also worth a visit. I had the Oppenheimer sandwich, it was fresh & delicious!

Kristina Rudd

2022-05

Went looking for specific Western books for my Dad. They had a huge selection of the kind I wanted. Store was clean and organized with a plentiful supply pf all kinds of books! Staff was super friendly and helpful. My Mom got a dessert to go in the adjoining cafe` that she said was amazing. I also noted that the menu in the Cafe had many options that looked wonderful. Staff was also super friendly in there as well. I was also able to purchase a gift certificate for my Dad in the bookstore as well so he could come back and get more of his favorite type of books (as they had so many of them and we hadn't been able to find elsewhere.) Overall very pleasant experience.

Whitney Livingston

2023-05

This will quickly become one of your favorite places to grab a bite! Delicious food, decadent desserts, and an impressive assortment of coffee, tea and lemonade will brighten your day and fill your tummy! Their vegan menu is the best I have seen and they are affordable!! Also, the book store has an awesome selection and the nicest staff!!

Jim Malone

2023-11

Great way to spend an afternoon exploring books from so many genres! I particularly loved the vintage science fiction section.

David Harzman

2023-07

Loved this local cafe! Very wide menu, veg & vegan options. Delicious tea (also lots of varieties), attached book store. Nothing more you could ask for in a local cafe.