Our Story

Maplewood Coffee & Tea began life in 1911 as the Maplewood Store and Post Office – locals called it the Green Store. Along with standard postal supplies and basic grocery items, they carried penny candy in big glass jars, and ice cream from a cooler at the front of the store.

The Green Store closed in 1976 and was converted to a residence. In 2012, it was purchased by Jo Whitsell who wanted to create a neighborhood meeting place. She specializes in locally roasted coffee, Portland baked pastries from Pearl Bakery and New Cascadia vegan pastries as well as other local Portland products. In 2017 the coffee house expanded with a new kitchen which allows them to serve full meals.