Avant Garden

Great service and cozy atmosphere. The drinks are tasty and unique. But pricy though, wouldn't recommend going everyday. $8-$10 per drink.

I stopped in the coffee shop and bookstore about a week ago, and couldn’t get over how cute it is! The coffee I had was tasty, and the book selection was amazing for the space! I had troubles choosing which of the many amazing books that were available- both for myself and for my daughter. They have a great selection, and the people who work there were so friendly. Also- the people who were in the coffee shop were so nice too! The lady in front of me accidentally dropped her coin pouch, scattering coins all over- and there were 3 or 4 other customers that jumped up to help myself and this woman to gather her coins. Just felt like a great community space!

This is a great little local bookstore with a wonderful coffee shop on the first floor. The Coffee shop has been there for decades and the bookshop was a newer addition. It's a small but well curated selection of books with thoughtful and lovely displays. There are some nice little gifts as well (I recently bought some feminist themed buttons) Any reader is sure to find something that's appealing. The employees are helpful and friendly. There is a decent amount of parking on street and free parking garages in downtown Anoka.

This is my favorite local independent bookstore. It’s such a boon to the community. The lower level is a delightful coffee shop. My favorite order is the Honeybee (espresso, honey, lavender, cardamom). Upstairs is a bookshop which they expanded into in the last couple years. They host game nights, different kinds of book clubs, Saturday morning story hours, and are incredibly inclusive and welcoming to all. They also sell super cute items from local artisans. I always leave with a new book and little treasure. Highly recommend stopping in if you’re in the area!