Commercial Drive’s “Bump N Grind” Opening Second Location In South Granville

by Andrew Morrison | Good news for coffee lovers. Bump N Grind, one of our favourite cafes on Commercial Drive, is opening soon in the South Granville neighbourhood, sandwiched in between Meinhardt and Ouisi Bistro at 3010 Granville Street.

I looked in on the site with owners Kyle and Cheryl Wright just a couple of days ago. They were getting close to finishing the job, and I’d wager they’re considerably closer as I write this. The construction crew from Tetherstone were busily cladding the old subway tiled walls with off-white boards and putting the finishing touches on a cool shelving unit that actually spells out the name of the cafe in bespoke geometric script (Tetherstone are some of the best in the trade — you can check out more of their work at the original Matchstick, both locations of 49th Parallel and, most recently, at Chambar, where they constructed the interesting front cubby/coat-check installation and gorgeous back bar).

Opening day isn’t set in stone, but I imagine we might see it as soon as next weekend or shortly thereafter. When that day comes, the neighbourhood will be a little richer for it, with beans from Fernwood, Phil & Sebastian, and Transcend, plus gourmet sandwiches and baked goods (mmm, Earl Grey shortbread!). There’s seating for up to 24 people, and maybe even a patio at some point down the line. Take a closer look…

3010 Granville Street
From behind the cafe bar
Cheryl and Kyle Wright
Getting close
Awesome custom shelving unit spelling out the name
Eyballing
Chris from Tetherstone
Exterior
From the back looking to the front

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