The Midtown Scholar Bookstore
1302 N 3rd St, Harrisburg, PA
Crema's Take
“Nestled in downtown Harrisburg, this beloved bookstore-café hybrid invites you to get wonderfully lost in thoughtfully curated stacks of new and used books while warming your hands around a perfectly crafted chai latte or specialty drink. The staff's genuine friendliness pairs seamlessly with an atmosphere designed for lingering—whether you're claiming a corner for solo work with your laptop, meeting a friend for conversation, or discovering hidden staircases that lead to unexpected literary treasures. Between the excellent baked goods and the rare combination of serious book selection with specialty coffee done right, it's the kind of place that keeps people coming back not just for what they came for, but for the experience of being there.”
What to expect
Strong matcha and tea selection. A slow-sit, laptop-friendly spot, good for meetings. Family friendly. Wifi.
Google Reviews
A great place to go and find new and used books. Or just sit and enjoy alone time or visiting with friends over coffee. The staff is friendly and super helpful. They have absolutely SWEET baked goods. I particularly love the excellent short bread cookies and pecan bars) and good…
This bookshop has a nice selection and is well organized although I found the prices for older books above average. As a bookseller with a brick-and-mortar shop, and an online seller (with a reseller tax ID), I asked if they offered a dealer/professional discount; most stores…
Wow! What an amazing bookstore!! I loved wandering and getting lost in the stacks, finding a stairway and wondering where it went! The staff was super friendly and the book selection was top notch!
Do you love books? Do you get excited about fresh and aromatic Chai lattes on a chilly morning? Well, I say you have to visit Midtown Scholar Bookstore in downtown Harrisburg! I was deeply intrigued by the name of the bookstore and I loved seeing all the books on bookcases…
Not just a bookstore, but a destination. An outstanding collection of new and used books covering every category you could want. With a selection covering recent and popular books to obscure old books, local histories, manga, poetry, textbooks, and everything in between. A cafe…
Crema Reviews
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