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Exclusive Books

Bar Book store

One of the Most Reviewed Bars in Johannesburg


Address

HL19, Melrose Arch Shop, Johannesburg, 2076, South Africa

Website

www.exclusivebooks.co.za

Contact

+27 87 351 1124

Rating on Google Maps

4.50 (7.6K reviews)

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Working Hours

  • Monday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Tuesday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Wednesday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Thursday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Friday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM to 6 PM
  • Sunday: 9 AM to 4 PM

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: restaurants (13) Christmas (9) lights (9) nice (8) good (8) Melrose (8) Great (8) shopping (8) books (8) Beautiful (7)
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  • 5/5 Dr Ali H. 3 years ago on Google
    A nice spot to get the Christmas feeling. Beautiful lights, accessible parking just next to the lights hotspot and number of security guards that gives a good security hopefully! Nice for kids to see nice Christmas decorated animals. A few nice statues/sculptures. Can be great to add more art pieces and benches for visitors to sit.
    5 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Fabian Paul S. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful lights display for Christmas. Lots of places open to eat great food.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Amy C. 3 years ago on Google
    Just sharing some photos of the Christmas lights at Melrose Arch which we visit every year. Always fun for children and something to do during this lockdown period. Safe parking, some good restaurants (sadly many have closed) and probably the only Woolworths where there's no queue! 😂
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ferosa L. 1 year ago on Google
    Lovely relaxing place to chill with a book
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Shruti M. 3 years ago on Google
    Doesn't feel like Joburg. This place has the vibe of a European city square. Plenty of good eating options. Trendy stores. The Christmas lights have added an ethereal feel to the place.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 #Pierre 3 years ago on Google
    One of the absolute pleasurable experiences to be had in Johannesburg. The district has a very heavily European town flair/influence sometimes you forget that you are not actually walking on a promenade in Europe somewhere. Excellent restaurants, I highly recommend paying Melrose Arch a visit.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jacob M. 6 years ago on Google
    Beautiful Business district composed of hotels, business offices, restaurants, banks and many more. It has an awesome vibe and energy with people from all walks of life mixing, transacting, collaborating, socializing, enjoying a meal and entertainment. Melrose is well managed and very secure even in the evening. There is plenty of shops for a variety of things and restaurants like my favorites Moyo’s, JB’s corner and many more. It’s a wonderful place to entertain guest from other provinces or international travelers. It’s easily accessible from the M1 highway and 30min away from OR Tambo airport.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Michael B. 1 year ago on Google
    Very nice mall, it's located inside a safe precinct and it offers many restaurants and shops.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Chris K. 1 year ago on Google
    A nice well stocked store. One can browse in peace and quiet and enjoy a muffin should You so wish.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Verlisa J H. 5 months ago on Google
    I was looking for the new release Worthy by Jada Pickett, they didn't have it. They took my name and number done. I kid you not they called me the following day saying the book has arrived. Nice 🙂
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Tee D. 2 years ago on Google
    This is nice place its not crowded. Its neat and clean. Beautiful also with many restaurants to choose where to dine
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Keletso M. 2 years ago on Google
    Great place. Not crowded or overpacked. Enjoyed walking around the place after my breakfast date.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Dimicke Le M. 5 years ago on Google
    We went for the Christmas lights. Fantastic fun for the kids, with plenty of picture opportunities. It was a little crowded though as it was a single road where most of the lights were. Lots of restaurant and shopping options (although only the food and drinks options are open in the evening).
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 fatih p. 4 years ago on Google
    A new settlement, trendy stores, shopping mall, Starbucks and far away from the danger that you read or watch from the net...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Farzana B. 4 years ago on Google
    Great weekend vibe with great food options
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 BN S. 3 years ago on Google
    A little oasis in the desert, it almost feels like a mirage. It almost feels like you are in some first world country, but alas, its just an illusion. They don't allow photos though, what is that about??
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 4/5 Sanele Richard N. 3 years ago on Google
    Nice place to be, it's refreshing...
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Rupert A. 1 year ago on Google
    Always a broad selction of topics and authors based on both past and current issues. Great assistance from staff to order copies not in store. Thanks for being there for us who still read and believe in the value of real paper books

  • 5/5 Carl B. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place to go and walk around maybe get something to drink

  • 5/5 Albert T. 2 years ago on Google
    Safe. Parking is usually in the basements. You’ll hardly find parking in the streets. Parking is fairly cheaper. Loads of restaurants. Walk around before you pick a restaurant so that you won’t regret

  • 5/5 A S. 3 years ago on Google
    Beautiful shopping mall ,very clean and neat

  • 4/5 Yasmin K. 2 years ago on Google
    Lovely place to go have a sit down at any restaurants. Big variety and exclusive shops to shop at.

  • 3/5 Viresh 2 years ago on Google
    Melrose Arch is a feat of great architecture and provides a good setting to meet friends and family for a brunch or supper. The precedent set however to park the shiniest sportscars in front of shops and communal areas and the general “showy” nature of the establishment could be rethought of. Sometimes people just want to meet and enjoy a good meal at an ideal, geographical location.

  • 4/5 Tebogo M. 2 years ago on Google
    Perfect, wish it had movies though, or fun areas for kids

  • 3/5 Mx M. 2 years ago on Google
    Exclusive Books, Melrose Arch, located in HL19, Melrose Arch Shop, Johannesburg, very well maintained store with many options of books to choose from.

  • 5/5 jabulani m. 1 year ago on Google
    The place is safe at night you drink still you drop. That's how safe the place is. But you need to book your self a hotel room if you want to drink 🍸 don't drink and drive 😉

  • 5/5 Tshepang Wa B. 1 year ago on Google
    We were walking pass and my 5yr old daughter suggested we pop in as she wanted some books. The books are well packed and put into categories accordingly makes it easy to find what you are looking for. Friendly staff too I even bought a new bible after my little one got her books too.

  • 5/5 Talha m. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing it had a huge variety of books and the staff are happy to help.They didn't have the book I wanted but they checked online and told me which store to go to

  • 5/5 wendy m. 1 year ago on Google
    Great store. Large inventory and spacious. Make sure to arrive early when they have book specials. It does get crowded.

  • 4/5 Russel M. 3 years ago on Google
    Its Nice...😏

  • 5/5 Steven S. 1 year ago on Google
    You can tell a lot about their company when their employees are ready to put their lives on the line for yours that shows great respect and responsibilities in my eyes.

  • 4/5 mzamo m. 1 year ago on Google
    Situated next to Ghe Venue recently The Genue showcased David Tlale 2022-23 season. Amazing show After the show , had drinks at this space Great service Good drinks Great atmosphere

  • 5/5 Thoko M. 1 year ago on Google
    Massive store with isles & isles of books! I felt like a kid in a candy store literally

  • 5/5 Miguel Tomas O. 1 year ago on Google
    It started as an expression, on cave art. Soon when we developed, sound, expression by sound, the words later. Moral of the story is, before let those words die again, our last chance to revive it, by habituating our kids with BOOKS!!! Its exclusively Available at Exclusive Books!!! Visit them!!

  • 5/5 Zanele S. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely place to shop. They have a variety of shops and restaurants.

  • 5/5 Ruhani 1 year ago on Google
    Very friendly and appropriate staff for the job Helpfull and knowledged Tranquil atmosphere Situated in one of the more affluent malls which is never too busy Relaxed place with secure access

  • 4/5 Tita 4 months ago on Google
    What a vibrant business hub. Stunning collection of hotels, offices, restaurants, banks, and more. Come to find halal food. The district exudes a lively atmosphere. Everyone from diverse backgrounds comes here. Beautiful street and building with stunning architecture.

  • 5/5 B V S K. 3 years ago on Google
    As Christmas is around. All the streets were decorated. Beautiful place for evening stroll and nice food to enjoy

  • 5/5 Tasnim K. 3 years ago on Google
    We came here for the outdoor lights. It was absolutely fantastic. Haven't seen anything like it before

  • 3/5 Professor I. 8 months ago on Google
    Interesting and good selection of books, however, it's relatively pricy when compared to online purchases or retail/warehouse book stores. The in-site reading table is limited with poor cleaning, staff are friendly and atmosphere is good.

  • 1/5 Dillon S. 3 years ago on Google
    Sunday afternoon external parking bays blocked off for use by offices.??? Pls explain.? Are the offices using these bays for their clients/ staff sunday afternoon? Open ALL BAYS!

  • 4/5 Lucky Nhlanhla T. 3 years ago on Google
    Tranquility, cleanliness and other positive things at it's best. There's low commotion (obviously because of the high status of the place) and quality stores you'll rarely find at a township or town CBD mall. It's an option for those who want to enjoy shopping without even waiting for someone to pass. N.B ensure that you are pocket safe before visiting & you won't regret a single penny spend. I'm still thrilled seeing Starbucks coffee joint here. It was my first time seeing it.

  • 5/5 Pierre van der H. 4 years ago on Google
    Awesome place & atmosphere

  • 5/5 Portia M. 3 years ago on Google
    Exquisite!!!

  • 5/5 Lucy O. 3 years ago on Google
    It's like walking in the streets of Italy🙂 Very decent and beautiful place... Will definitely love to visit often.

  • 4/5 Gideon K. 3 years ago on Google
    Very modern, with services like electronic car charging and basement parking

  • 5/5 Cladiomir Alves De M. 3 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) It was worth visiting !!! (Original) Valeu a pena visitar!!!

  • 5/5 Bespoke L. 3 years ago on Google
    Lovely space.

  • 5/5 Ntokozo D. 3 years ago on Google
    Perfect

  • 5/5 Waseela J. 4 years ago on Google
    Carnival was relaxing, De-stressing

  • 5/5 Heinrich S. 4 years ago on Google
    Best place in Africa

  • 5/5 Jesus A. 4 years ago on Google
    (Translated by Google) A very elegant area, shopping and commerce area with very high value products such as old cars, new Aston Martin or Jaguar, art galleries, clothing and accessories, a very good offer of the best hotels in Johannesburg as well as meat restaurants , pasta and, to a lesser extent, food in step (Original) Una zona muy elegante, zona de tiendas y comercio con productos de muy alto valor tales como autos antiguos, nuevos Aston Martin o Jaguar , galerías de Arte, ropa y accesorios , una muy buena oferta de los mejores hoteles de Johannesburg así como restaurantes de carnes, pastas y en menor proporción, comida al paso

  • 5/5 sefapano N. 3 years ago on Google
    Good customer service

  • 5/5 sikhumbuzo s. 3 years ago on Google
    Very well maintained

  • 5/5 Songezo M. 4 years ago on Google
    Melrose Arch has nice restaurants and vibey especially after a game from Wanderus Stadium. It's Manhatin night life and even more. Safe with security.

  • 4/5 Maureen S. 3 years ago on Google
    Upmarket shopping experience, very quiet currently - Johannesburg is geneally quiet and even quieter with current covid outbreak

  • 4/5 dineo r. 4 years ago on Google
    Loved every moment being here.. 😍

  • 4/5 Tony S. 4 years ago on Google
    Christmas decorations were worth seeing

  • 5/5 Lusani M. 4 years ago on Google
    Class sums it up, you can never go wrong at this Mall, if it's rare n classy fashion u looking for u will find most boutiques here

  • 5/5 ian n. 4 years ago on Google
    Lovely Christmas lights as expected

  • 5/5 Monish G. 4 years ago on Google
    Not one of the places where you have plenty of choices for shopping but this place has it's own charm.

  • 5/5 Thabo n Nosipho N. 4 years ago on Google
    Thee place in Jozi!!! A top shopping experience

  • 5/5 jabulani m. 3 years ago on Google
    Great place with all things you can need in one area.

  • 2/5 Leon P. 2 years ago on Google
    Very difficult place to find anything no information signs don't enjoy going there

  • 4/5 Thomas N. 3 years ago on Google
    supercars and restaurants

  • 5/5 Mugove M. 3 years ago on Google
    I stay at Melrose Arch l feel safe and relaxed no complain and the shops are just a stone throw away

  • 3/5 Althea M. 2 years ago on Google
    Getting busy now that lockdown has been downgraded. Always a lovely place to having a relaxing time.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Credit cards
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible entrance
    • ✓️ Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Delivery
    • ✓️ In-store pickup
    • ✓️ In-store shopping
    • ✓️ Same-day delivery

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