Chapters on Main Bookstore & Coffeeshop

Van Buren, AR · Coffee shop

Rating
4.8/5
★★★★★ 4.8
Reviews
20
Rank in Van Buren
#1
of 66 restaurants
City Percentile
88%
rating percentile
Address
Chapters on Main Bookstore & Coffeeshop, 816 Main St, Van Buren, AR 72956
Phone
(479) 471-9315
Website
www.chaptersonmain.com
Status
Closed · Opens 8 AM Sat

Chapters on Main Bookstore & Coffeeshop is a restaurant located in Van Buren, AR. It is one of 66 restaurants listed in Van Buren. Its 4.8-star rating is above the Van Buren city average of 4.2 stars. Based on combined rating and review volume, it currently ranks first among restaurants in Van Buren. There are 10 photos associated with this location.

About Chapters on Main Bookstore & Coffeeshop

Locally-owned independent bookseller and coffee shop featuring new and used books in most genres. Our baristas can handcraft lattes and speciality teas (not Boba!) in iced, hot, and frozen drinks that make you want to enjoy the experience we offer!

Hours

Friday8 AM–7 PM
Saturday8 AM–7 PM
SundayClosed
Monday10 AM–5 PM
Tuesday8 AM–7 PM
Wednesday8 AM–7 PM
Thursday8 AM–7 PM

Customer Reviews

★★★★★ 5.0 Daria S. · Jan 2026

Great coffee, atmosphere, and service. Plus, books, books, and more books. Must stop location. Can’t emphasize the great vibe of this building.

★★★★★ 5.0 Lily Parker · Feb 2026

This place is nothing short of the best of the best! I absolutely adore this shop and all the wonderful folks who work there! They are all so kind and welcoming, it really makes you feel right at home when you step into this building! ‘Chapters’ is so wonderfully put together, with three stories of books galore! This also includes a cute little cafe, and the coffee is perfect! It’s beyond anything you’re gonna get in a commercial chain, and the book selection is out of this world! Do yourself a favor, and go check out this local business! They will make you smile every time! :)

★★★★★ 5.0 Hosam Hadid · Dec 2025

I come to this spot pretty often to study, and it never disappoints. They source their beans from Onyx, and their drinks are perfectly balanced so you can actually enjoy the coffee flavors Onyx is known for. The space itself is unique—it’s also a bookstore, with three floors that offer plenty of room whether you’re an adult looking for a quiet corner or someone visiting with kids. Definitely a gem in the River Valley.

★★★★★ 5.0 Madison McMahan · Nov 2024

You know when you walk into a place and just know that it’s somewhere magical? That’s exactly what Chapters on Main feels like. The coffee is amazing and the barista and owner were so joyful to talk with! The book selection is what really got me. It is a book lovers dream in there! Do not skip chapters on main. I wish I lived closer so I could visit so much more. 🩷

★★★★★ 5.0 Amber E · Jul 2024

This is such a cute place! Very friendly staff & they make wonderful drink suggestions! The Iced Vanilla Lavender Latte & the Mango Pomegranate Tea are amazing! Highly recommend.

Accessibility & Amenities

✓ Identifies As Women Owned ✓ Outdoor Seating ✓ Curbside Pickup ✓ Onsite Services ✓ Takeout ✓ Dine In ✓ Delivery ✓ Great Coffee ✓ Great Tea Selection ✓ Live Music ✓ Live Performances ✓ Breakfast ✓ Solo Dining ✓ Good For Working On Laptop ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Entrance ✓ Wheelchair Accessible Parking Lot

Services

Coffee shopBook store

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