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Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books

Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books is an independent coffee shop and bookstore located on Germantown Avenue. Established in 2017, this black-owned café serves as a vibrant community hub that fosters engagement, learning, and cultural appreciation. Drawing inspiration from the legacy of Uncle Bobbie, the venue reflects a commitment to lifelong education and open dialogue about societal issues. The warm and inviting atmosphere encourages laughter, conversation, and connection among patrons, making it a special place for individuals to embrace their culture and voice. With a focus on quality coffee and a selection of intriguing books, Uncle Bobbie's aims to be a welcoming home for all who visit.
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Just kick it. 📍See you in Germantown📸:
06/02/2026

Just kick it.

📍See you in Germantown

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We will never get over the joy of seeing our people happy! Day in and day out community continues to show up and make ou...
05/29/2026

We will never get over the joy of seeing our people happy! Day in and day out community continues to show up and make our day brighter. 🌞

Whether you’re visiting our store for the first time or the twentieth, we thank you for the continued support.

In just FIVE days!Chris Smalls has created international headlines with his activism and continued fight against power a...
05/28/2026

In just FIVE days!

Chris Smalls has created international headlines with his activism and continued fight against power and oppression. Now hear his story live as we celebrate the release of his book “When The Revolution Comes”.

6/2 | 7:30PM | LINK IN BIO

Chris will be joined in conversation with the amazing Gabe Bryant. You don’t want to miss this event!

We have a veeeeery small number of signed copies of  ‘s highly anticipated new release SCORE available online and in sto...
05/21/2026

We have a veeeeery small number of signed copies of ‘s highly anticipated new release SCORE available online and in store! Claim them quickly! 🤗💛✨

Happy Birthday, Malcolm and Happy Pub Day,  !!! Get into this gooorgeous centennial edition of the classic Autobiography...
05/19/2026

Happy Birthday, Malcolm and Happy Pub Day, !!!

Get into this gooorgeous centennial edition of the classic Autobiography of Malcolm X and Dr. Shabazz’s, Malcolm in the Desert, a nuanced view of her father’s spiritual evolution.

Both books are available in store now!

You know we love when folks come to Germantown for a visit! 😊Professor and writer, Jasmine E. Johnson came through to si...
05/13/2026

You know we love when folks come to Germantown for a visit! 😊

Professor and writer, Jasmine E. Johnson came through to sign copies of her new book “Rhythm Nation: West African Dance and the Politics of Diaspora”.

We’ve only got a few copies left so come through and get one!

We love an in-store book signing! ✍🏾Pastor Touré Roberts recently came by to sign copies of his new book, “Knowing” and ...
05/12/2026

We love an in-store book signing! ✍🏾

Pastor Touré Roberts recently came by to sign copies of his new book, “Knowing” and take some pics 📸

You never know who’s coming to Germantown

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These folks brought so much light and energy the other day. There’s nothing like being in a place where you can meet peo...
05/10/2026

These folks brought so much light and energy the other day. There’s nothing like being in a place where you can meet people that will brighten your day. ☀️❤️

COOL PEOPLE. Dope Books. Great Coffee.

The brilliant  came by the store this week to sign copies of her new book, “A Terrible Strength”.We still have copies av...
05/09/2026

The brilliant came by the store this week to sign copies of her new book, “A Terrible Strength”.

We still have copies available and some absolutely beautiful bookmarks to go along with them. Make sure you run and get one while supplies last!

05/05/2026

TOMORROW | 7:30 | MOTHER BETHEL AME

Tiffany D. Cross will be in conversation with our very own Marc Lamont Hill to celebrate the release of her book, “Love, Me.”

LINK IN BIO FOR TIX

This book is a love letter to Black women and this event is about care and community.

Tiffany will also be signing books after the discussion. Don’t miss out!

THIS WEDNESDAY!The wonderful  will be in Philly to celebrate the release of her book, “Love, Me”. She will be in convers...
05/01/2026

THIS WEDNESDAY!

The wonderful will be in Philly to celebrate the release of her book, “Love, Me”. She will be in conversation with our very own

LINK IN BIO FOR TIX

Q&A and book signing will follow the discussion.

See you then!

JUNE 2ND | 7:30PM | GREENE STREETChris Smalls, the co-founder and former president of the Amazon Labor Union, made natio...
05/01/2026

JUNE 2ND | 7:30PM | GREENE STREET

Chris Smalls, the co-founder and former president of the Amazon Labor Union, made national headlines when he took on one of the biggest companies in the world to fight for his fellow laborers and now he tells his story with his debut book.

LINK IN BIO FOR TIX

Joining Chris will be organizer and activist, Gabe Bryant for an amazing discussion about perseverance, courage and why it’s so important that we continue to fight for labor rights.

Q&A to follow the discussion.

All copies of When The Revolution Comes, will be signed.

This past weekend Operations Manager, Van Brooks, sat down with  and cast members of  ‘s world premiere production of  ‘...
04/30/2026

This past weekend Operations Manager, Van Brooks, sat down with and cast members of ‘s world premiere production of ‘s Wilderness Generations to talk about the Black literary tradition.

“Over one summer weekend in the Tidewater South, four cousins gather at their grandmother’s home—a place steeped in family lore and unspoken truths. As laughter gives way to old wounds and long-buried secrets, what begins as a celebration becomes a reckoning.

Through razor-sharp dialogue, Ijames explores the cycles of silence and survival that define a generation raised in the shadows of trauma—and the strength it takes to imagine something different. With echoes of Lorraine Hansberry’s A Raisin in the Sun and Anton Chekhov’s The Cherry Orchard, Wilderness Generation is a deeply resonant, Black Southern family drama brimming with humor, heartbreak, and healing.”

Wilderness Generation closes this Sunday and you do noooot want to miss it before it closes.

We’re so excited to host these amazing women in May!5/6 - Tiffany D. Cross @ Mother Bethel5/20 - Alex Elle @ PAFA5/23 - ...
04/29/2026

We’re so excited to host these amazing women in May!

5/6 - Tiffany D. Cross @ Mother Bethel
5/20 - Alex Elle @ PAFA
5/23 - Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz @ AAMP

LINK IN BIO FOR TICKETS

Can’t wait to see you there!

Earlier this month, we had the pleasure of hosting educator and author of “Black History is for Everyone”, Author talks ...
04/29/2026

Earlier this month, we had the pleasure of hosting educator and author of “Black History is for Everyone”,

Author talks are good for the soul.

It’s so affirming when the community loves you back.❤️Thankful for everyone that showed up yesterday for Independent Boo...
04/26/2026

It’s so affirming when the community loves you back.❤️

Thankful for everyone that showed up yesterday for Independent Bookstore Day!

Which book are you most excited to read??📚

Independent Bookstore Day is Saturday!!!If you love books, this day is for YOU! ❤️📚📚 Buy 1 Book, get the 2nd 30% off🔴 Re...
04/23/2026

Independent Bookstore Day is Saturday!!!

If you love books, this day is for YOU! ❤️📚

📚 Buy 1 Book, get the 2nd 30% off
🔴 Red Dot Sale $9.99 for select books!
😊Giveaways and more!

📍See you in Germantown!

5/23 | 6PM | AAMPJoin the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) and Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books for another p...
04/22/2026

5/23 | 6PM | AAMP

Join the African American Museum in Philadelphia (AAMP) and Uncle Bobbie’s Coffee & Books for another powerful evening of conversation, reflection, and community as part of our “Our Stories” book club series.

LINK IN BIO FOR TIX

We welcome Dr. Ilyasah Shabazz, daughter of Malcolm X and a NAACP Image Award-winning author, in conversation with acclaimed scholar and cultural critic Marc Lamont Hill. Together, they will explore Dr. Shabazz’s newest work, “Malcolm in the Desert: Wisdom from the Spiritual Transformation of Malcolm X”.

A special book signing to follow the conversation.

You don’t want to miss this amazing event.

SAVE 20% ON ALL HOODIES & CREWS!!!In-Store & Online!Trying to clear some shelves before we move. Don’t wait!
04/20/2026

SAVE 20% ON ALL HOODIES & CREWS!!!

In-Store & Online!

Trying to clear some shelves before we move. Don’t wait!

Last week we had the absolute pleasure of hosting  in conversation for their book Nasty Work: Resist Systems, Explore De...
04/20/2026

Last week we had the absolute pleasure of hosting in conversation for their book Nasty Work: Resist Systems, Explore Desire, and Liberate Yourself.

Y’all are going to want to get into this book, we promise!! Ericka is a breath of fresh air and their book paints a complex picture that works to humanize and contextualize black, q***r, disabled, non-binary desire, pain, extraction, beauty, & joy while also demonstrating a politic where nothing and no one is above reproach.

Nasty Work is available for purchase in store now.

What’s better than Friday? A Friday at Uncle Bobbie’s with your girls 😊        philly
04/17/2026

What’s better than Friday?

A Friday at Uncle Bobbie’s with your girls 😊

philly

Almost HALF the tickets are already gone for this one!5/20 | 7:30PM | PAFA We are so excited to welcome, Alex Elle BACK ...
04/16/2026

Almost HALF the tickets are already gone for this one!

5/20 | 7:30PM | PAFA

We are so excited to welcome, Alex Elle BACK to Philly for the release of her newest book, “The Company We Keep”.

LINK IN BIO FOR TIX

Alex will be in conversation with attorneys, creator and activist, Tashira Halyard with a Q&A to follow.

Our last event sold out and this one will to. Don’t wait!

Check out what we got going on this month!4/14 -  4/16 -  4/28 -  LINK IN BIO FOR TIX
04/12/2026

Check out what we got going on this month!

4/14 -
4/16 -
4/28 -

LINK IN BIO FOR TIX

We KNOW where you need to be on April 28th!Join us as we welcome bestselling author, entrepreneur and co-pastor of The P...
04/07/2026

We KNOW where you need to be on April 28th!

Join us as we welcome bestselling author, entrepreneur and co-pastor of The Potter’s House of Dallas, Touré Roberts to celebrate the release of his latest book, Knowing: The Journey to Certainty in an Uncertain World.

This is your chance to meet Touré and get your book signed!

LINK IN BIO FOR TIX

Each ticket comes with a copy of Knowing.

📍See you in Germantown!

Fall fits in March?? ✅We really do have some beautiful people that come through our doors 😊
03/27/2026

Fall fits in March?? ✅

We really do have some beautiful people that come through our doors 😊

Address

5445 Germantown Avenue
Philadelphia, PA
19144

To reach your destination on Germantown Avenue in Philadelphia, you have a couple of options for transportation:

**Public Transport:**
1. **Subway:** Take the Broad Street Line to the City Hall station. Transfer to the Market-Frankford Line and head towards 69th Street. Get off at the 69th Street station and transfer to the 65 bus heading towards Germantown. Disembark at your stop on Germantown Avenue.
2. **Bus:** You can also take the Route 23 or Route 26 bus directly to Germantown Avenue. Check local schedules for specific stops and times.

**Driving/Parking:**
1. If you're driving, take I-76 East and exit onto Roosevelt Boulevard (US-1 N). Follow signs for Germantown Avenue.
2. There is street parking available along Germantown Avenue, but be mindful of any parking restrictions or meters.
3. Alternatively, look for nearby parking lots or garages if street parking is full.

Make sure to check traffic conditions before you leave!

Opening Hours

Monday 7am - 1pm
Tuesday 7am - 7pm
Wednesday 7am - 7pm
Thursday 7am - 7pm
Friday 7am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 7pm
Sunday 8am - 7pm

Telephone

(215) 403-7058

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Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books is a vibrant neighborhood café and bookstore that beautifully blends the love of literature with a warm, inviting atmosphere. As an independent and black-owned establishment, it stands as a testament to community investment and cultural pride since its inception in 2017.

Stepping into Uncle Bobbie's feels like coming home. The space is adorned with thoughtful touches that celebrate Black culture, from iconic magazines to powerful imagery of civil rights leaders. It’s a place where the aroma of freshly brewed coffee mingles with the rich history found in every book on the shelves.

This café is not just about coffee; it's about fostering connections and encouraging lifelong learning. Inspired by the legacy of Uncle Bobbie, who valued knowledge and dialogue, patrons are invited to engage in meaningful conversations while enjoying their favorite reads or simply soaking in the ambiance.

Uncle Bobbie's Coffee & Books is more than just a café—it's a hub for cool people, dope books, and great coffee. Whether you're looking for your next literary adventure or simply want to enjoy a cozy spot to relax, this welcoming space promises an experience that resonates deeply with all who enter. Welcome home!

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