The Book Cover

General information

The Book Cover is a Speakeasy style bar disguised as a vintage Book Shop.

1929 was a prohibition era where consuming alcohol was illegal. Folk gathered in secret venues for parties, merriment & music! Only those who knew the password could gain entry.

The low lit 'Secret Book Club' is adorned with candle light, old chesterfield style booths and original artefacts from the roaring 20s.

We serve cocktails, fine wines, craft ales & of course a vast selection of gin!

Electro swing DJ's, hand picked live acts, close up magicians and burlesque dancers provide high quality, nightly entertainment well into the early hours... Shhhhhhhh don't tell anyone!

Q&A's
Thank you for registering your interest in our bar.

We are open to the public from Friday 24th February at 5pm.

How do I get in?

Access is granted to anyone who has the weekly password.

The weekly password is published on our Facebook page every Friday.

In order to guarantee entry and avoid disappointment please arrive early.

Can I make a reservation?

Due to an extremely overwhelming response, we are not taking any reservations for this weekend, however we are welcoming lovely guests like yourself to pay us a visit :)

Reservations are being taken for next week and onwards.

Priority for table reservations are given to people who would like to eat with us (from our tapas menu).

In order to reserve a table please book online at www.thebookcover.co.uk

For bookings of 9 or more please call our librarian Mrs Lebowski on 01392 279393

The telephone lines are open from 5pm until 10pm.

Our tables are available to book for three time slots:
5pm - 8pm
6pm-8pm or
8pm - close

What is the dress code:
Our dress code is smart casual. However Mrs Lebowski gets ever so excited when all you lovely folk dress up in your 1920s finery!

What food do you serve?
We offer a great selection of freshly prepared tapas style dishes. We recommend about 3 per person for a full meal.
Our food menu will be available on our website soon.

What time to we serve food?

Our food is served:

Monday - Closed
Tuesday - 17.00 - 22.00
Wednesday 17.00 - 22.00
Thursday 17.00 - 23.00
Friday 17.00 - 23.00
Saturday 17.00 - 23.00
Sunday 17.00 - 21.00

Do you have disabled access?
Yes, please call our librarian Mrs Lebowski on 01392 279393 so we can reserve you a space.

Where are you?

The Book Cover
Portland House
Longbrook Street
Exeter
EX4 6AB