Chapters & Brews
Fuel Your Day. Unwind Your Night. Coffee, Books, Music, and More.
We’re taking time to build something Bloomington will truly love — one chapter at a time.
Welcome to Chapters & Brews — your local bookstore café and cocktail lounge.
Located in the heart of Bloomington, Illinois, Chapters & Brews is intended to be a true “third place” — a warm, welcoming space beyond home.
By day, we will be a coffee shop, serving handcrafted drinks in a cozy, book-filled setting. Whether you’re catching up on your favorite novel, meeting a friend, or setting up shop for remote work, our space is designed for comfort and focus.
By night, Chapters & Brews transforms into a cocktail lounge, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional nightlife.
Think:
Book Clubs
Poetry readings & author talks
Expertly crafted cocktails
Cultural events and storytelling nights
With designated quiet zones for reading or working and communal areas for conversation, our space is intentionally designed to serve a variety of moods and moments.
At its core, Chapters & Brews is more than a café — it’s a community hub. From local book clubs and writing groups to curated events, we’re here to spark conversation, creativity, and connection.
Chapters & Brews — Sip. Read. Unwind. You belong here.
Upcoming events
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Coming Soon
November 2025
More details to come!
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Coming Soon
12/12 5:00PM-9:00PM
More details to come!
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Coming Soon
January 2026
Cocktail Class with a Dry option!
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