Watermark Books & Café has been a beloved local business in Wichita since 1977, serving as the city's home for books. Beyond selling a wide variety of books, including those by Kansas and local authors, the café offers a welcoming space for customers to meet friends, work on their laptops, or enjoy coffee and lunch. The business values its community connections, sponsoring author events and collaborating with non-profits, local businesses, schools, and other organizations. Customers appreciate the friendly and helpful staff, who take the time to understand their needs and provide personalized recommendations. The café's atmosphere is described as pleasant, and the coffee and food are delicious. Reviewers highlight the flexibility of the space, which can accommodate special events, and the overall great experience of supporting a local establishment. Watermark Books & Café continues to be a favorite destination for book lovers and community members in Wichita.
Great vibe. Good coffee and awesome book collection. Super friendly staff. They were very nice to my dog.
June 2026
Our favorite bookstore! They always have a good selection and can order in anything I need. The Cafe is such a treat too.
June 2026
Watermark is a BEAUTIFUL store with warm and helpful staff. Their inventory is sorted by genre with a good mix of new and older titles. I went in and found exactly what I was looking for just by the signage!
Cannot recommend Watermark enough. Be sure to stop in for a snack and drink!
