More Than a Study Spot: A Café in Marikina with a Mission

 Li’l Bean Café-Westdrive offers more than coffee—it’s a vibrant gathering spot in the heart of West Drive, near St. Scholastica Marikina and surrounded by middle-class to upper-middle-class residences. The café’s name itself conjures a compact yet cozy place to relax, study, review, or just hang out. The neighborhood where it’s situated instantly evokes a sense of safety and security. Even parents of St. Scholastica students can enjoy the café’s ambiance while they wait for their kids after class.

Already in its second year, Li'l Bean Café-Westdrive takes pride in being an ever-evolving café that faithfully serves its student customers while also supporting important causes. Ray-An Angeles, its business partner, is constantly thinking of ways to keep the café relevant in all aspects of its menu and activities.

 

Concept and Inspiration:

Step into the charming, Japanese-inspired coffee shop, designed by its warm host, Mr. Ray-An Angeles, who is both the owner's spouse and a proud partner. Ray-An, an enthusiastic Maristian from Marist School in Marikina, personifies the ethos of one of the city's most prestigious private schools.

Both husband and wife proudly maintained the establishment as business owners, with a prudent, provider-oriented approach that steered it toward success.

 

Ambiance/Art Inspiration of Restaurant Interior:

Li’l Bean Café-Westdrive’s atmosphere is pleasantly inviting, with the gentle golden glow of warm lighting lifting customers’ spirits as they step into the cool, air-conditioned space. A subtle blend of roasted coffee and fresh pastries drifts through the air. As you look around, vibrant paintings and neatly arranged merchandise displays catch your eye, adding rich color and texture to the cozy setting.

 

Resto Format:

Café with…

✅ Dine-in

✅ Takeout

 

Quirk:

Aside from being a café, the owners of Li’l Bean Café-Westdrive help artistic inmates in Marikina’s correctional facilities by selling their art and paintings and fully remitting the proceeds to their intended owners/artists. Something we really need to have in this day and age.  Li’l Bean likewise holds indoor events during special occasions.

 

Location:

35 West Drive Marikina Heights, Marikina City in front of St Scholastica Academy Marikina City Gate 3 

 

Contact:

0917-7217895 Ray-An Angeles

 

Typical spend:

Php 200-500

 

Specialties

Baked Mac, other meals, and Drinks

 

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