The coffee house on Fairview Crescent

A converted residence, two floors of seats, and a kitchen that does a lot more than coffee.

Seating room with wooden beams, big windows and warm terracotta valances

Made for staying a while

The Original Beanery lives in a re-purposed residence building among the townhouses of Fairview Crescent at UBC, with two floors of tables, big windows and plenty of room to spread out.

Campus writers call it a hidden gem and a study-hall kind of place. Regulars just call it cozy. Come for an organic-espresso latte, stay for the rose tteokbokki, leave with a loaf for later.

What campus has written

“Nestled in the buildings of Fairview Crescent, The Beanery is one of UBC’s hidden gems.”
Food at UBC, 7 Spots to Satisfy Your Sweet Tooth (opens in a new tab)
“A great study hall-type setting … Tucked in Fairview Crescent, it’s a quiet place.”
The Ubyssey, Best cafes on campus (2022) (opens in a new tab)
“It’s more like a home, you can sit anytime you want.”
r/UBC, December 2015 (opens in a new tab)

From the people at the tables

“So yummy and kind service!!”

Sarah G., Uber Eats, September 2025

“… a nice, quiet location that is tucked away and cozy to spend time at.”

Elizabeth N., Yelp, 2025

“Lovely place! Staff were very friendly. Food was amazing. Recommend the iced chai and the peanut butter cookie.”

A guest, Restaurantji, June 2026

“Unpretentious and lovely! Love it!!”

A guest, Restaurantji, July 2026

“This place is very homey, and food comes with very generous portions.”

A guest, Google review highlight, 2026

Pull up a chair.

Hours and directions