First Light Books

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4300 Speedway
Austin, TX 78751

First Light Books is a charming independent bookstore located in the historic Hyde Park neighborhood of Austin, Texas. Combining a café, wine bar, and community space, it offers a unique environment for book lovers and casual visitors alike.

Since opening its doors in August 2023, First Light Books has become a hub for literary events, book clubs, and community activities, catering to readers of all ages. With an inviting atmosphere and a commitment to serving the community, it has quickly established itself as a beloved local destination.

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Ariadna S.
8/30/2025

This is a small local bookshop with a cafe inside. The parking can be a bit of a pain, but there's street parking and walking in Hydepark neighborhood is always nice. So you won't loose much if...

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Joseph K.
8/26/2025

As soon as you turn around the corner of the street, it feels like you're entering that neighborhood public library that your entire neighborhood used to go to. The kind that you expect to run...

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Stephanie W.
8/24/2025

This bookstore is quite cute! It is a little pricey (think Barnes and noble) and I didn't see a sale section, but it's homely and very "Austin." They have a little bar and I got a rosemary orange...

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Yoandra V.
8/6/2025

This was a wonderfully curated bookshop and the first bookstore my niece and I visited in Austin. It reminded me of a house with nice outdoor patio seating. What I loved about the most was the...

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Eric H.
6/27/2025

Located in the Hyde Park neighborhood, First Light is primarily an adorable social gathering place masquerading as a nifty bookstore, serving an eclectic café menu housed within. Many people come...

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