Anthony Frost.

Named after a British truck driver who organized humanitarian aid to Romania in the 1990s, this iconic bookstore began as a symbolic bridge between Bucharest and the English-speaking world. Though it originally gained fame as one of Eastern Europe’s premier destinations for English-language fiction and philosophy, it has since evolved into a more intimate, hybrid space known as Cărtureşti & Friends. Tucked away in a quiet courtyard, the shop functions as a curated micro-bookstore, gallery, and café. The inventory remains strictly focused on high-quality English titles, from contemporary literature to niche non-fiction, maintaining its reputation for staff-led recommendations. It is a compact, high-ceilinged sanctuary that serves as a vital social hub for the city’s literary community.