Business Details
Your Bookstore & Cafe in Fort Langley
At Wendel's Bookstore & Cafe, we are dedicated to creating a welcoming space where the love of literature meets the joy of exceptional food. Located in the heart of Fort Langley, we combine a carefully curated bookstore with a full-service cafe offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Our commitment to quality is evident in every dish we serve, from our housemade soups to our freshly baked desserts, including gluten-free options produced by our sister company, Wendels True Foods. We pride ourselves on supporting local farmers and producers, ensuring our meals are free from preservatives while celebrating the flavors of the region.With both indoor and outdoor dining options, including a heated patio, we provide a comfortable environment for guests to enjoy their meals alongside a good book. Our user-friendly online ordering system allows for seamless contactless pickup, making it easy for our community to experience our offerings. Whether you're here for a morning coffee and pastry or an evening meal paired with wine, we strive to deliver a memorable experience rooted in hospitality and local connection.
Services
Breakfast Menu
Lunch Menu
Dinner Menu
Bookstore
Gluten-Free Desserts
Online Ordering
Patio Dining
Highlights and features
- We support local farmers and producers for fresh, preservative-free meals.
- Our sister company provides certified gluten-free dessert options.
- Heated patio dining available year-round in a scenic Fraser River setting.
- Online ordering ensures fast, contactless pickup for busy customers.
- Combination bookstore and cafe offers unique cultural experiences daily.
Services
Breakfast Menu
Our breakfast menu features locally sourced ingredients with options like B.C. blueberry pancakes, smoked bacon benedict, and plant-based tofu wraps. All dishes use cage-free eggs and housemade components, served daily until 11:00 am weekdays and 11:30 am weekends.
Lunch Menu
Lunch offerings include artisan salads, signature sandwiches, and hearty entrees like West Coast seafood fettuccine. Menus feature local produce and proteins, with gluten-free and plant-based options available across all dishes served in our dining room or heated patio.
Bookstore
The bookstore provides curated book selections alongside our cafe, open daily from 9:00 am to 10:00 pm. Customers can browse in-store or shop online with contactless pickup available for both books and food orders.
Gluten-Free Desserts
Our sister company Wendels True Foods produces certified gluten-free desserts at a dedicated facility. These items are available daily alongside regular baked goods made fresh on-site using whole ingredients seven days a week.
Online Ordering
Real-time online ordering allows customers to schedule contactless pickup at their convenience. Orders can be placed for immediate or later pickup through our secure website, with designated pickup tables at our side door location.
Questions
What are Wendel's operating hours?
We're open daily from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm for takeout and dining. Bookstore hours match these times, with breakfast served until 11:00 am weekdays and 11:30 am weekends.
Do you offer gluten-free options?
Yes, we provide certified gluten-free desserts produced by our sister company Wendels True Foods at a dedicated offsite facility.
Can I order food online?
Absolutely! Our real-time online ordering system allows contactless pickup with options to schedule immediate or future orders through our secure website.
What makes your ingredients special?
We source locally from regional farmers and producers to ensure fresh, preservative-free meals that highlight seasonal British Columbia produce whenever possible.
Is patio dining available year-round?
Yes, our heated covered patio remains open in all seasons with table service available. Simply add your table number in online order comments for meal delivery.
Do you sell books online?
Yes, our online bookstore allows browsing and purchasing with contactless pickup available during regular business hours for both books and cafe orders.
