A bookstore and coffee shop on Broadway Avenue in Buhl has expanded its food and beverage offerings since coming under new management last year, drawing customers for both its literary selection and homemade menu items.
Mischelle Millwee and her family took ownership of Bookhaven in August 2025, inheriting a business that has operated as a dual bookstore and café since 2020. In the months since, they have added crepes, lotus energy drinks, and an expanded lineup of specialty beverages to the existing coffee service.
New Menu Items and Homemade Baked Goods
The shop began serving crepes at the start of 2026 and has introduced lotus energy drinks alongside custom coffee beverages. Millwee told KMVT that developing new drink recipes has been an enjoyable part of running the business.
Baked goods prepared on-site include cookies, scones, cupcakes, muffins, and brownies. According to Millwee, some patrons visit solely for the pastries, while others come exclusively for books or coffee.
Inventory Spans Multiple Genres
The bookstore carries classic novels, nonfiction titles, biographies, and children’s books. For customers uncertain about their next read, Bookhaven offers wrapped “blind date with a book” packages that include a surprise title along with stickers, bookmarks, and other extras.
Available genres for the surprise packages include mystery, young adult fiction, true crime, and romance. Children’s options have proven popular with families, with at least one mother and daughter making regular visits to select books together.
Building a Customer Base in Buhl
Millwee said many people discover the business while walking past the storefront and are surprised to learn a bookstore operates in that location. The dual nature of the business appears to broaden its appeal, attracting readers, coffee drinkers, and those seeking freshly baked treats.
The owner noted that working alongside family members and connecting with Buhl residents have been highlights of her first months running the operation.
What Comes Next
As Millwee completes her first year of ownership, Bookhaven continues to serve as both a gathering place and retail destination on Broadway Avenue. The combination of books, beverages, and baked goods positions the business as a community hub for residents seeking a place to browse, read, or enjoy a meal. Future menu additions or inventory changes remain at the discretion of the new ownership team as they gauge customer preferences and seasonal demand.