Vanilla Bean Bakeshop Inc. has been delighting Maple Ridge for over 12 years with handcrafted pastries and signature vanilla-forward recipes that locals return for again and again. Known for their flaky croissants and the bestselling Vanilla Bean Honey Cake, this bright, 1,200 square-foot bakery on Lougheed Highway feels like a neighbourhood kitchen where skill and consistency matter.

Step inside and you’ll find a daily rotation of fresh goods: morning sourdough loaves, almond and chocolate croissants, and a selection of 10 rotating tarts such as lemon curd and salted caramel pecan. Their cake menu includes classic buttercream celebration cakes, gluten-reduced options (not certified gluten-free) and the Maple Ridge favourite, the Vanilla Bean Honey Cake available in 6-, 8-, and 10-inch sizes. They also make 48-hour cold-fermented baguettes for sandwiches, savoury quiches for brunch, and seasonal fruit galettes when local berries are ripe.

The team blends traditional French technique with practical local sourcing. Head baker Sarah Chen trained in bakery school in Vancouver and manages a small crew of six bakers and front-of-house staff who bake through the night so everything is ready by 7 a.m. Orders can be placed online for pickup, there’s a simple custom cake consultation process, and same-week party trays are routinely prepared for schools and office meetings. Prices are clearly posted and turnover is high, so pastries are fresh and predictable.

Vanilla Bean Bakeshop is woven into Maple Ridge life, supporting community events, supplying the nearby farmers market, and offering a regular donation program for school bake sales. People choose them for reliable flavour, morning convenience, and friendly staff who remember regulars’ orders. Stop by to try a croissant and you’ll see why neighbours keep coming back.

Phone: 604-463-0662
Website: http://www.vanillabeanbakeshop.ca/