A richly aromatic coffee, a silky-smooth matcha, and an irresistible assortment of delectable food & pastries - the options for grabbing these in this city are endless. From photogenic, Instagram-worthy corner spots with inviting ambiance, perfect for relaxing and chatting with your work besties, to a quick, refreshing drink to go - Dubai has it all. Here is a quick roundup of some of the best cafes in the city for you to explore.
Set within a warm, terracotta-toned building that draws in the neighbourhood, the space is filled with natural light and designed to feel like an oasis - unhurried and genuinely welcoming. It is a place to come however you are, as often as you like. The coffee house is built around coffee and an all-day food menu - breakfast, lunch, and dinner prepared in-house daily. Raw, natural materials - a palette echo the earthy tones of the coffee itself - paying homage to the city while drawing on the oasis as a source of inspiration.
LOCATION: ONA, Jumeirah 1
BKRY
BKRY redefines the traditional concept of a bakery. With two locations, BKRY Al Serkal Avenue and its newly opened location in Nad Al Sheba Mall it serves fresh, high-quality pastries, sip-worthy coffee, and matcha flavors. It is a destination for those seeking artisanal goods and speciality coffee, with ingredients for every product sourced from different corners of the world, while also incorporating those from local farms within the UAE. Think of croissants that are crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside, well-seasoned sandos, and my personal favorite— the sourdough cinnamon roll.
LOCATIONS: BKRY, Al Serkal Avenue & Nad Al Sheba Mall
HOOF
Known for its commitment to craftsmanship, specialty coffee, and spaces that bring the community together, Hoof invites guests to discover coffee from a fresh perspective. With coffee at the heart of the brand, Hoof is committed to quality and craftsmanship, offering premium beans sourced from 13 countries. Roasted to perfection by its sister brand, Archers, Hoof ensures every cup embodies exceptional taste and artistry. Hoof also embraces a farm-to-plate approach through an expanded menu designed to complement each cup. The dishes celebrate quality ingredients, clean flavours, and a balanced café experience.
Location: Hoof Dubai Mall
KAIROS
A wide window spanning the full width of the venue from the front door, drawing daylight through an open floor plan until it reaches every corner, upstairs included - that’s KAIROS. Situated in the creative zone in Al Quoz, Kairos offers guests a setting where coffee and love is the core its service. It's also home to the UAE's first Bellwether roaster, fully electric, ventless and zero emissions, roasting beans feet from where you drink them, so nothing sits in storage and nothing goes from roast to cup in more than a few days. Enjoy your coffee hot or with iced at KAIROS.
LOCATION: KAIROS, Al Quoz Creative Zone
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