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Church Street Coffee & Books

Editorial sacred-geometry artwork for Church Street Coffee & Books; not a documentary photograph
IndependentNamed roasting partner: Non-Fiction Coffee Co.Sourcing: Limited public info
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Church Street Coffee & Books is a community-focused independent bookstore and café located in Mountain Brook, Alabama. It serves as a local gathering space that pairs a full espresso bar with a hand-picked selection of books curated by the owner.

Ownership
The business is independent and currently owned by Cal Morris. It was originally co-founded by Morris and Carrie Rollwagen, with Rollwagen selling her share in 2015.
Founded
2011
Roasting
Named roasting partner: Non-Fiction Coffee Co.. Other roasting arrangements are unverified.
What it's known for
The shop is widely recognized for its signature 'Breakup Cookie,' a sea-salt-topped chocolate chip cookie that accounts for a significant portion of its sales, and for its curated selection of books.
Farm-level sourcing
The brand does not publicly disclose specific farm or producer details for its current coffee offerings. It relies on its roasting partner to source the coffee served in the shop.
In the news

Recent news and media coverage about Church Street Coffee & Books, as documented by outside outlets. We link to the original reporting and do not rewrite or endorse it.

2026-07-11 · Village Living
Church Street Coffee & Books celebrates 15 years in Mountain Brook

Church Street Coffee & Books marked its 15th anniversary of operation in Mountain Brook, Alabama. The shop remains a local staple known for its curated book selection and its signature 'Breakup Cookie,' which has received national recognition.

Sources used in this deep dive
Research disclosure — this profile was compiled from public online sources on 2026-10-27. This company overview is not a tasting review. Original tasting reviews are labeled separately when they exist. Ownership, roasting and sourcing details are attributed to documented sources. While the shop's current roasting partner is identified as Non-Fiction Coffee Co., the brand does not publish specific sourcing details or origin information for its coffee menu on its website.

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