Novel

32 reviews

+1 (207) 370-9593

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Wall of books--it's billed as a "book bar & cafe"

interior space where people were reading

645 Congress St

Portland, ME 04101

+1 (207) 370-9593

https://novelmaine.com

Novel is a cozy bookstore nestled in the heart of Portland, ME, offering a curated selection of books across various genres.

With a focus on fostering a love for reading, Novel provides a welcoming space for book enthusiasts to explore new literary treasures and engage in community events.

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4.532 reviews

Sue M.

9/13/2024

Popped in here for the hour I had to kill before the concert at the state theater. What a find! Sat at the bar for one (or maybe two) specialty drinks named for books. "The flowers in the Attic"...

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Jane G.

11/14/2024

Novel is a great concept: enjoy cocktails, light bites, and a good book (or a good study sesh) in the comfort of a cozy, centrally-located spot. Here's what I like about Novel: 1) The staff are...

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Hubert H.

8/12/2024

There should be more bars/coffeeshops that double as bookstores in the world! Period! A nice selection of books ensconced within ambient lighting, great for evening or night-time browsing.

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Nancy Z.

9/7/2024

This is a cute book store, cafe, and restaurant! The drinks tasted delicious. There are mock-tail options for non drinkers! It has music playing and a bar section. Plenty of seating options...

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Steff D.

1/29/2024

What Novel really has going for them is that from 8am to 10pm from Wednesday through Sunday (their current hours as of writing this -- but, as always, check directly with the business for those)...

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