Clarke's Bookshop

Book store · City Bowl

Clarke's Bookshop

Book store · City Bowl

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199 Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa

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Eclectic shop offering South African books, curated selections, and friendly service.  

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199 Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Get directions

clarkesbooks.co.za

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199 Long St, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town, 8001, South Africa Get directions

+27 21 423 5739
clarkesbooks.co.za

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"Clarke's is a Bree Street institution. The former motorcycle garage has a distinct late night American diner feel to it complete with blazing grill and superb music. The food is excellent, any kind of eggs, pulled pork sandwiches and deluxe coffee being our staples. The staff are heavily tattooed and super-friendly." - Tenacity Works

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Jake T-A

Google
Nice bookshop, but nothing super memorable and a very serious vibe in the store. We're just visiting, but definitely wasn't the welcoming neighborhood bookshop I was thinking it would be. From browsing, I would say they lean more non-fiction (tons of history and political books), but do have a variety of fiction too. Prices seemed fair. They do buy books, but are very particular on the type, condition, year, etc. They did allow us to donate some books, but I would recommend calling ahead to see if this is a regular option.

Derek Engelbrecht

Google
Excellent service. I bought several secondhand books online and the service and feedback was excellent. The selection of secondhand books to choose from was also incredible. One of the books was out of stock and I was immediately notified of it and received a refund the same day. With such service it is clear why this bookshop has been on the go for nearly 70 years.

dragon writes

Google
went with a friend, worthwhile books about historical events. it had a calming atmosphere and the man behind the counter looked like a poem.

Riccardo Tosetto Photography

Google
Wonderful library in downtown, inside you can feel a special vibe. Authentic place full of culture and history where you can find new book and second hand ones about several topics! The library is on two floors and it's amazing, armchair everywhere, you can sit down and read and consult books, take your time and decide! Go there early so you have all the time to decide!

Tim Mitchell

Google
Used and new book with wide range and vast selection. The place itself is interesting. Friendly staff, good light with seating. A bit tight on space for overcrowding. FYI, Used books are not in order but they are generally in the right sections. Recommended and would return.

Bernadette Wilkins

Google
10/10, amazing books if you like art and/or history, cute dog and a hot man behind the counter

Lindani G Gumede

Google
Absolutely amazing Bookshop and wonderful employees. Jess, and the rest of the team are so welcoming, kind and professional. The service has been really excellent. Well done.

Robert Uys

Google
This is a lovely place to browse and look for treasures. It stocks mostly South African, African, academic, historical and art books. They also sell antique prints. A lovely place to spend an afternoon. The staff is exceptionally helpful and knowledgeable.