Bean Around Books and Tea has been a Maple Ridge favourite since 2015, known for pairing carefully sourced coffee with a thoughtfully curated second‑hand book collection. Walk in and you’ll notice the warm wooden shelves and cozy window nook right away, a compact 1,200 square foot space that manages to feel like a living room and a neighbourhood hub at the same time. They specialise in single-origin espresso and small-batch loose-leaf teas, so you’ll find distinctive flavours rather than the same generic menu.

Their menu is focused and deliberate. Espresso comes from a local roaster, sampled monthly so the house blend is always fresh; popular choices include the Ethiopian single-origin and a medium-roast Guatemalan. Loose-leaf options range from an Assam breakfast to a seasonal jasmine green, all brewed to order. Pastries are supplied daily by Maple Ridge Bakery Co-op, and there’s a rotating selection of savoury toasties and gluten-free muffins. On the shelves you’ll find 3,000+ pre-loved titles, organised by genre and curated for local readers, plus a trade-in system that keeps inventory lively.

The team at Bean Around are avid readers and trained baristas, not barista bros. Staff complete a local barista training programme and receive monthly tasting sessions, so they can recommend a tea to match your mood or a medium espresso to pair with a mystery novel. Service is relaxed and conversational, with options to grab a quick takeaway or settle in for an afternoon with free Wi-Fi and plenty of natural light.

Locals choose Bean Around Books and Tea because it feels familiar and personal. They host monthly book swaps, occasional author readings, and a once-a-month kids story hour that attracts families from across the Ridge. For a welcoming cup and a good read, drop by or call to check today’s roast and events, 604-466-2966. Website: http://beanaroundbookscafe.com/