The rain was coming down horizontally rather than vertically and it was cold, we needed some comfort and this was well provided at the Book Exchange. We had the cheese plate and a local beer. The cheese and bread were both excellent in quality and quantity. The only downside was to be charged $2 extra for some butter, however it... More

This place is a must see in Asheville. They have a wide selection of drinks and coffee, as well as light food items. The thousands of books that surround you in multiple seating areas is what makes this place unique. Do this when in Asheville.

there is an interesting tension between books lovers and wine drinkers here: the wine drinkers tend to block access to the books! anyway, great selection of books of every possible description, priced a bit high. very nice wine bar and tables amidst the books shelves that provide nice cozy places to chat with your wife, etc. a neat place.

What more could you ask for? Good wine, good books, a dog or two laying around, interesting people, some munchies, a cup of coffee or two? It feels like a cross between going to someone's home for drinks and conversation or maybe a visit to a Paris Salon in the 30's. And, it is all right here in downtown Asheville.... More

If you love wine- go! If you love books, particularly old treasures- must go! If you're a dog fan- even better! If you are all 3 like my husband & I you can't miss this when in Asheville! The building is amazing, the art, oriental rugs, lighting- it's executed BRILLIANTLY!

I loved this place. I knew I was in the right place when I saw the sweet pit bull sitting on the sofa. My dog got to hang out with us while we had some beer and hummus. The kids loved looking around at the books. It's like a maze upstairs; very cool!

Bring your dog, hang out, buy books AND champagne? I don't know that it gets any better! We simply adored it here.

A wonderful pairing-- bookstore and wine bar! Roaming through the maze-like interior can be quite fun. There's something here for everyone. One could spend hours here and it would be time well spent!

On our third trip to Asheville, we discovered Battery Park Book Exchange and fell in love. This is a multi-level used book store with a world class wine bar. They also offer light snack food - hummus, olives, etc. You can purchase your wine and wander the stacks of books to your heart's delight. Every little nook and cranny of... More