Good selection of books, great drinks, and perfect atmosphere! Will be back
- Katelyn Powers Verified
Cozy bookstore and upstairs bar with friendly staff and live music on Saturday nights.
- Monk C DeVoe Verified
Jennifer G left a 5 star review!
- Jennifer G Verified
A. Crone left a 5 star review!
- A. Crone Verified
What a great read! Fantastic location in the middle of Historic Ellicott City with a vast collection of books and reading materials for the most curious minds!
- stewart eidel Verified
The book selection is excellent and so are the cocktails! A must when visiting Ellicott city. The vibe is super welcoming and inside and they have the best patio for enjoying a read 💗🌈
- Aidan Verified
Jason Breslin left a 5 star review!
- Jason Breslin Verified
Great vibe and incredible book curation. And a sneaky little bar upstairs with a great selection.
- Kathryn Arrildt Verified
Thoughtfully curated collection 😍 we found a great kids on Palestine
- Noor Verified
Álvaro Morales left a 5 star review!
- Álvaro Morales Verified
Steve Lackey left a 5 star review!
- Steve Lackey Verified
Super cute bookstore with a bar in the back! We worked here for a few hours drinking coffee, and then were able to switch to a happy hour after work!
- Madeline Alger Verified
The staff and atmosphere are so amazing. A must!
- Shelly Dailey Verified
Alexander Spizler left a 5 star review!
- Alexander Spizler Verified
What starts as a very average book store on the first floor turns very cool when you ascend to the second store, see the full bar, and hear the smooth tunes playing on the sound system.
- Jonathan Sauder Verified
Nice place.
- Tyler Stine Verified
Great place to meet with your book group.
- Nicole Schultheis Verified
Backwater Books is the best! Truly an indie bookstore that celebrates local authors and our freedom to read and organizes very fun and impactful events. It has been a wonderful addition to our community!
- Jackee Allmond Verified
Tessa Dower left a 5 star review!
- Tessa Dower Verified
Amazing book store with tons of gorgeous art on the walls love all the comfy seating available, including rocking chairs. There’s a bar in the back which is awesome and they host events which is very cool. Loved the banned books displays with explanations of where and why they’re banned.
- Caryn R Verified