About Bookeater

Bookeater is a welcoming café in Rochester, NY, offering a thoughtfully varied experience for coffee and tea lovers, casual diners, and anyone looking for a comfortable place to enjoy a meal or get some work done. Located at 836 S Clinton Ave, Bookeater is known for its great coffee and excellent tea selection, supported by dependable supply and helpful customer service. With customer ratings of 4.80 out of 5 based on 231 reviews and a strong overall rating of 4.90, it has earned a reputation as a reliable local choice for quality, consistency, and a customer-focused experience. The menu offers options for a range of preferences and occasions, including coffee, tea, comfort food, healthy choices, quick bites, vegan options, and vegetarian options. Guests can visit for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dessert, with dine-in, delivery, outdoor seating, and on-site services available. Whether you are meeting someone for a relaxed meal, enjoying a solo dining visit, or looking for a quiet, cozy, and casual place to work on your laptop, Bookeater provides a comfortable setting with seating, table service, Wi-Fi, and free Wi-Fi. Catering is also available, making the café a convenient option for a variety of dining needs. Bookeater is designed to be accessible and easy to use, with wheelchair-accessible seating and a wheelchair-accessible toilet. Additional amenities include gender-neutral toilets and restroom facilities. Reservations are accepted, and payment is convenient through credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. For a dependable coffee and tea experience in Rochester, along with satisfying food, welcoming service, and a comfortable atmosphere, visit Bookeater at 836 S Clinton Ave or call +1 585-730-4110.

Last updated: Aug 28, 2026

Business Hours

Closed · Sunday 9 AM-5 PM
Thursday 8 AM-5 PM
Friday 8 AM-5 PM
Saturday 9 AM-5 PM
Sunday 9 AM-5 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 8 AM-5 PM
Wednesday 8 AM-5 PM

Customer Reviews

4.80
Based on 231 reviews
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Kristen Brown

I love this place! The coffee and other drinks are delish, and I'm looking forward to trying their food soon. It has a fun and cozy atmosphere and a great selection of books.

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Lily Guchi

It is a cute little bookstore/cafe. It gets pretty crowded on the weekends but nice and quiet during the week. The coffee was good and the food was nicely seasoned, tasted fresh and was reasonably priced. Parking can be tricky because it is mostly close to street parking. I would come back again.

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Dale Skinner (dalems)

Great little cafe in an old house. Food and drink was fine and at a good price. This is the kind of place you just want to hang out at!

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Ryanna Hill

This place has such a cozy vibe/space! I visited with my friend and ordered the Lox & Cheese and a drip coffee. Both were great! I also ordered their London Fog boba drink while we had a look at their books on the second level. It actually surprised me on how good their boba pearls were! The place upstairs was …

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Rachel Best

I walked into a comfortable setting and was very happy to see an SNES mini in the corner. Delicious food, drink, and found the book I was looking for! Will definitely be back

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Shazbo

Bookeater is my 26th cafe I am reviewing and I have no idea why I left it so late to visit. Super quirky cafe with local art on the walls to purchase. The upstairs is like the most chilled out library, lined with bookcases and comfy seating. Whether you are looking for a quiet corner to read, get some work …

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Mark Groaning (Mark Groaning Studio)

We love it here! It's a great atmosphere. It's a wonderful place to come and enjoy a variety of food options, their avocado toast with a fried egg is one of my favorites. It's a two-story bookstore and coffee shop and I highly recommend you visiting here when you're in the area. It's one of our regular haunts.

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Michelle

Cute little local shop with artsy vibe. They serve coffee, snacks and food. We tried a regular oat milk latte and a honey latte. The honey latte was very good and the regular latte was good too. We didn’t try any of the food but the menu looked appealing. There are lots of seating options both on the main floor …

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Sophia D

Cozy little bookstore. It’s well organized but a smaller selection. They also have a used book section as well. They have coffee and some food and little tables and comfy chairs to sit at. There’s also a small kids section. Friendly employees. The coconut chocolate latte is delicious.

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Mark Bangs

This is a cafe lover's treasure. Hidden on South Clinton Ave...tucked away in a small converted house...it has great coffee and some delicious sandwich and dessert options. Quaint, it has a small selection of books to purchase...with summaries written by the cafe owner. Best secret: it has a second floor with a couple small areas for working or for private …

People Also Ask

Where is Bookeater located?
Bookeater is located at 836 S Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY 14620, United States, Rochester, NY, United States. You can get directions here.
What is Bookeater rated?
Bookeater has a rating of 4.80 out of 5 stars based on 231 customer reviews.
What are Bookeater's hours?
Bookeater's hours vary by day. Please check the Business Hours section above for the full weekly schedule.
How do I contact Bookeater?
You can reach Bookeater by phone at +1 585-730-4110.
What type of business is Bookeater?
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