Church Street Coffee & Books

Church Street Coffee & Books in Mountain Brook is one of those places that instantly feels like home. Nestled in Crestline Village, it combines the comfort of a neighborhood coffee shop with the charm of a small independent bookstore. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with cozy seating areas, shelves lined with books, and a relaxed upstairs loft that’s perfect for reading or getting some work done. The coffee is consistently solid — smooth, flavorful, and crafted with care. Whether you’re in the mood for a classic latte, a cappuccino, or just a simple drip coffee, it hits the spot. But the real star of the show is the famous Breakup Cookie. Warm, gooey, and perfectly balanced with chocolate and a hint of sea salt, it’s easily one of the best cookies in the Birmingham area.

A great spot for coffee and a little work. The kids' "nook" was a great idea and appreciated. Even though it's also a bookstore, it was not too quiet to have a conversation - with a person or on your phone/buds.

This is a charming little coffee cum bookshop. And gels very well with the vibe of this neighborhood. It has limited sitting inside and outside.

I had a dirty chai tea latte, a little sweet but great taste. The baked goods were delicious, I tried 3 different ones. Staff were friendly and the place is really cute in a nice part of town.

Hard to beat a bookstore coffee shop! This is a cozy little one in the middle of Crestline Village with nooks to hide everywhere. They serve Nonfiction Coffee and have a good menu including the famous breakup cookie. Spot for kids to read & draw, a 2nd story that’s always quiet, and nice little patio space. Staff has always been very nice every time I visit as well. Today just got a black coffee and flavorful.