Post, 12 June 2025

The neighbourhood’s new creative quarter has arrived and with it, so has BookBar, the cult bookshop, wine, and coffee bar – now open on Chelsea Manor Street, just off the King’s Road.

Celebrated for its curated book selection, welcoming vibe, and must-visit events no matter your level of bookworm, BookBar promises late-night browsing, bestselling authors, Read Dating nights, and book-and-wine pairings with partners like Dua Lipa’s Service95 that will leave you coming back, time and time again. An exciting opening line-up promises Katie Kitamura, Elif Shafak, and Colm Tóibín, alongside a thriving BookClub and their much-loved ‘Shelf Medicate’ literary matchmaking service.

Having hosted everyone from Zadie Smith to Sally Rooney, and with fans queuing from 4am for coffee, conversation, and the joy of discovering their next great read, get set to discover your new favourite stories and friendships. As one previous guest said: “I came in wanting to buy one book and left with six, plus a BookClub membership.”

Whether you’re browsing, sipping, or staying for a talk, BookBar Chelsea invites you to slow down, connect, and fall in love with reading all over again.

Interested? Find out here.