Wendel’s Bookstore & Cafe Langley

    📚 Wendel’s Bookstore & Cafe is a beloved Fort Langley destination that combines a cozy café atmosphere with an inspiring curated collection of books.

    Locals and visitors alike enjoy browsing shelves filled with thoughtfully selected titles while sipping artisan coffee, enjoying freshly baked goods, or choosing one of the café’s seasonal brunch and lunch offerings. With its warm, welcoming interior, community-oriented events, and comfortable seating areas ideal for reading or conversation, Wendel’s offers a unique blend of literary culture and café comfort. Guests often comment on the friendly service, community vibe, and the way the space brings people together to relax, read, study, or catch up with friends.

    🌟 Known for Blueberry Pancakes, Smoked Bacon Benny / Brie Benny.

    🍽️ Wendel's Bookstore & Cafe Menu

    See the full Wendel's Bookstore & Cafe menu in Langley, including popular dishes and house favourites.

    ☀️ Breakfast

    Artisanal brunch plates made with local ingredients and served with care.

    Blueberry Pancakes

    B.C. blueberries folded into fluffy pancakes, served with real maple syrup, butter, and smoked bacon.

    French Toast

    Thick-cut bread topped with berry compote and lemon-mascarpone cream, served with crisp smoked bacon.

    Eggs with Bacon or Sausage

    Two cage-free eggs with your choice of smoked bacon, maple sausage, or farmer sausage; Yukon potatoes, toast, and jam included.

    Smoked Bacon Benny

    Poached eggs and crisp bacon on an English muffin with smoked cheddar and hollandaise; served with Yukon potatoes.

    Avocado Benny

    Poached eggs over avocado, tomato, and spinach with hollandaise; Yukon potatoes on the side.

    Wild Mushroom & Spinach Hash

    A sauté of mushrooms, spinach, peppers, onions, and nugget potatoes topped with poached eggs and hollandaise.

    Southwestern Omelette

    Chorizo, peppers, onions, avocado, jack cheese, cilantro, and roasted corn with house salsa; served with Yukon potatoes, toast, and jam.

    Goat Cheese & Wild Mushroom Omelette

    Goat cheese, mushrooms, spinach, roasted peppers, and pesto; served with Yukon potatoes, toast, and jam.

    Egg Burrito

    Scrambled eggs, cheddar, peppers, and onions wrapped in a tortilla with sriracha aioli and house salsa; Yukon potatoes included.

    Avocado Tofu Breakfast Wrap

    Scrambled tofu with avocado, black beans, peppers, and onions; served with sriracha aioli, house salsa, and Yukon potatoes.

    Breakfast Sandwich

    Fried egg, farmer sausage, cheddar, and honey-Dijon aioli on a toasted pretzel bun.

    Light Options

    Power Oatmeal, Plain Oatmeal, Toast or English Muffin

    🥗 Salads & Soups

    Fresh, vibrant bowls paired with house-baked garlic focaccia.

    California Chicken Salad

    Grilled chicken, smoked bacon, avocado, cucumbers, tomatoes, and feta over artisan greens with sundried tomato dressing.

    Wild Salmon & Goat Cheese Salad

    Pan-seared wild salmon with asparagus, onions, smoked bacon, tomatoes, and honey-Dijon dressing over artisan greens.

    Roasted Beet Salad

    Roasted beets, feta, peppers, spiced pecans, and pickled red onions with balsamic dressing; plant-based option available.

    Yam & Quinoa Salad

    Roasted yams, chickpeas, peppers, quinoa, pickled onions, and feta over artisan greens with herb vinaigrette.

    Farmer’s Market Salad

    Mixed greens with julienne vegetables and your choice of honey-dill, lemon herb, or balsamic dressing.

    Daily Housemade Soup

    Rotating soup made in-house; served with focaccia bread or soup & greens combo.

    🥪 Sandwiches & Wraps

    Served with fresh artisan greens; gluten-free bread or wrap available.

    Roasted Turkey Sandwich

    Roasted turkey breast with butter lettuce, mayo, and cranberry chutney on multigrain or sourdough.

    B.L.T.

    Smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on your choice of bread.

    Grilled Three Cheese Sandwich

    Cheddar, smoked cheddar, and provolone on multigrain or sourdough.

    Fig & Brie Grilled Cheese

    Brie, fig preserves, caramelized onions, roasted peppers, and arugula on sourdough.

    Chicken & Avocado Wrap

    Grilled chicken, bacon, avocado, sundried tomatoes, spinach, jack cheese, and roasted pepper aioli.

    Sweet Chili Yam Burrito

    Roasted yams, black beans, rice, peppers, onions, jack cheese, sweet chili sauce, house salsa, and sour cream; includes black bean & corn salad.

    Wild Salmon Wrap

    Salmon, cucumber, carrots, quinoa, bean sprouts, and sweet chili yogurt wrapped with artisan greens.

    Chicken & Brie Panini

    Grilled chicken, brie, sundried tomatoes, peppers, spinach, and pesto aioli on ciabatta.

    Prosciutto & Provolone Panini

    Prosciutto, provolone, roasted peppers, aioli, and arugula on ciabatta.

    Children’s Mac & Cheese

    Three-cheese pasta shells with a cookie and a drink.

    Children’s Special

    PB&J or grilled cheese with orange slices, cookie, and drink; toddler portion with plant-based option.

    Burger Options

    Chicken Club, Blackened Wild Salmon, Smoked Bacon Cheddar — each served with artisan greens.

    🍲 Entrées

    Global comfort dishes crafted with quality ingredients.

    Butter Chicken

    Mild and aromatic chicken curry served with basmati rice and garlic naan.

    Coconut Curry Bowl

    Chickpeas, roasted yams, peppers, and onions in creamy coconut curry; topped with almonds and toasted coconut; served with basmati rice and naan.

    West Coast Seafood Fettuccine

    Wild salmon and prawns in a garlic-white wine cream sauce with fettuccine and parmesan; garlic focaccia included.

    Mushroom & Spinach Pesto Rigatoni

    Mushrooms and spinach tossed in pesto cream with rigatoni and parmesan; served with focaccia.

    Wendel’s Mac & Cheese

    Shell pasta in a three-cheese sauce with smoked bacon and caramelized onions; focaccia on the side; vegetarian option available.

    Shredded Chicken Street Tacos

    Slow-roasted chicken, avocado, arugula, pickled onions, cilantro, and sriracha aioli with black bean & corn salad.

    Chicken Chili Yam Bowl

    Grilled chicken with roasted yams, beans, peppers, onions, cilantro, sweet chili sauce, sriracha aioli, and crisp tortillas; tofu option available.

    Chicken & Jack Quesadilla

    Grilled chicken with avocado, roasted corn, peppers, jack and mozzarella; served with salsa, sour cream, and black bean & corn salad.

    🍰 Desserts

    A rotating selection of in-house baked treats and gluten-free pastries from Wendel’s True Foods.

    Selections vary daily, featuring cheesecakes, fruit tarts, brownies, cakes, and seasonal specialties.

    Wendel's Bookstore & Cafe Menu Prices

    ☕ Cafe

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    Monday 7:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Tuesday 7:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Wednesday 7:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Thursday 7:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Friday 7:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Saturday 7:30 am – 10:00 pm
    Sunday 7:30 am – 10:00 pm

    ⭐ Wendel's Bookstore & Cafe Favourites

    Blueberry Pancakes

    Fluffy, fruit-packed pancakes that consistently earn praise for generous portions and fresh flavours.

    Smoked Bacon Benny / Brie Benny

    A brunch highlight with velvety hollandaise and perfectly cooked eggs; often recommended by regulars.

    Fig & Brie Grilled Cheese

    A house favourite

    sweet fig, creamy brie, and savoury caramelized onions make this sandwich stand out.

    Shrimp Pasta

    A popular entrée noted for fresh seafood and vibrant flavours.

    Beef Brisket Pasta

    Rich and hearty with depth of flavour; frequently suggested as a must-try.

    Wild Mushroom & Goat Cheese Omelette

    Savoury, well-seasoned, and loved for its thoughtful blend of textures and tastes.

    🍽️ Dining Experience

    Wendel’s offers a warm, community-driven atmosphere that blends the charm of an independent bookstore with the comfort of a neighborhood café. Guests enjoy cozy seating, relaxed music, and an inviting space ideal for reading, studying, or meeting friends. The menu features fresh, house-made food with many gluten-free options, and the overall vibe is calm, welcoming, and authentically Fort Langley.

    🅿️ Parking & Accessibility

    Parking is available along Glover Road and surrounding side streets, with additional spots in nearby public lots. The café entrance is street-level and wheelchair-accessible, and the interior layout allows comfortable movement through both the bookstore and dining areas.

    📍 Landmarks & Location

    Located in the heart of Fort Langley’s village center, Wendel’s sits steps away from local boutiques, the Fort Langley Community Hall, and the BC Farm Museum. It’s a popular stop for visitors exploring the shops, riverfront paths, and historic sites throughout the area.

    📱 Ordering Options

    Guests can dine in, enjoy their meal on the patio during warmer months, or order takeout. The café offers counter service for both food and beverages, and many bakery items are packaged for grab-and-go convenience. Seasonal specials and rotating baked goods are available daily.

    💬 Customer Feedback

    Visitors consistently praise the friendly staff, comforting atmosphere, and reliably delicious food. Many highlight the blueberry pancakes, bennies, omelettes, and baked goods as top-tier brunch selections. Reviewers also love the bookstore element, noting that it adds character, warmth, and a unique experience not found in typical cafés.