Hyderabad’s book lovers, get ready to level up your 2026 reading bucket list. The iconic Bahrisons Bookseller, Khan Market Delhi’s legendary haven for bibliophiles, has just unveiled its first Hyderabad outpost in Jubilee Hills. With in-house Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters, this spot blends cozy coffee sips with towering book stacks, perfect for your next Pinterest-inspired stroll.
Imagine wandering into a “book heaven” that fuses old-school charm with sleek contemporary vibes. Curated by third-generation owner Ashna Malhotra, the store already houses a whopping 5 lakh books, with even more treasures on the way. From rare finds to fresh releases, it’s designed for endless discovery.
“This is more than a bookstore, it’s a cultural crossroads,” says Ashna Malhotra, the third generation bookseller, whose family has nurtured Delhi’s literary scene for decades. The Jubilee Hills location invites you to grab an artisanal brew, flip through pages, and lose yourself in stories amid Hyderabad’s vibrant buzz.
For the coffee-and-books crowd, it’s a match made in heaven. Pair your flat white with a Hyderabad centric read on local festivals, cuisine, or mindfulness journals and ideal for fueling those journaling habits or scripting your next Instagram reel.
Seating steals the show for lingerers. Plush armchairs cluster around low tables near Blue Tokai’s coffee bar, ideal for savoring a latte while devouring pages. Corner nooks with floor cushions invite casual huddles, perfect for book club chats or solo journaling sessions. Ample communal benches encourage spontaneous meets, turning browsing into a social vibe.
Local flavor shines in the Telugu and Hindi sections, expansive aisles bursting with Hyderabad gems. Dive into Telugu classics by Gurajada Apparao, contemporary poetry, or festival folklore. Hindi shelves brim with Premchand tales, Bollywood-inspired romances, and mindfulness guides. Ashna Malhotra promises growing collections, making it a treasure trove for regional readers.
This isn’t just shopping, it’s a literary sanctuary designed for your year long vibes. Don’t sleep on this. Bahri Sons Hyderabad isn’t just a store, it’s your excuse for a spontaneous bookstore crawl. Head over, fill that reading list, and make this 2026 your most literary year yet.
