Gather. Sip. Belong
Brewing Moments That Matter
Step into Founder's Coffee & Mercantile and feel right at home. Whether you’re here for a perfectly brewed cup of coffee, a soothing tea, or a bite to eat our table is always open for you.
We proudly serve locally roasted gourmet Compass Coffee, loose-leaf tea from IV Tea Co, La Provence pastries, jumbo cookies, a growing number moist and delicious homemade muffins, desserts, Gluten-free and Dairy free meals and desserts. Come check out our seasonal daily specials! We enjoy making your day a little more fun!
A Place For Coffee, Shopping, Gathering & Community
We’re more than a coffee shop! Founder’s Coffee and Mercantile also serves breakfast, tea, cold brew, flavorful sandwiches, acai bowls and desserts! Not only that, but we have local makers showcasing their handmade goods and cozy spaces to reserve for small gatherings or meetings from 2 to 24 people.
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Upcoming Events
Jul 03, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PMLive Music with Brent Join us for an evening of acoustic covers and original songs performed by Brent. Enjoy a delightful atmosphere where you can: Grab dinner at Founder's Savor a light snack Enjoy a refreshing drink Find a cozy spot outside, sit back and relax while you immerse yourself in song
Jul 31, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMA fun night to gather for another Emily Lex Watercolor Paint Night. Friend night, date night? Fun for all ages! No experience needed. We'll be painting from any Emily Lex watercolor book or card set! Available for purchase at Founder's. Full Popcorn Bar and Cherry Spritzers included.
Aug 14, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PMNo painting experience necessary! Gather and enjoy time outside painting with friends. Whether it's your first time with watercolors or you could teach the class, it will be a lot of fun creating together!
Sep 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PMWhere food becomes Fine Art! Have you ever created an edible piece of art? Grab a friend and sign up for this unique yet practical experience!
Founder's History
Founder’s Coffee and Mercantile is located in the historic Onsdorff House in downtown Battle Ground, Washington.
The Onsdorff home was built in 1935 for Peter Onsdorff, who founded several enterpises including a buggy company, and organized the first school and church in Battle Ground. In addition, we have about 20 local entrepreneurs who are “founding” their own small business, which is how we got our name! Founder’s.
During renovations, care was taken to keep and repurpose historical pieces of the home preserved for our guests and future generations to enjoy.
