Get your coffee kick at these unique cafes in Dubai!
Cafes are ideal for sitting back, unwinding and indulging in your favourite beverages and treats. This shared feeling is why Dubai now has a thriving cafe culture, with new and innovative coffee shops all over the city. We’ve got your back if you are also looking to get a taste of the cafe culture. Here’s our compilation of eight quirky and unique cafes in Dubai.
Unique Cafes in Dubai
CAFE RIDER
Motorcycles and coffee aren’t a combination one can easily conjure up, but Cafe Rider has brought these two together. Their in-house roastery and skilled baristas ensure you’ll be sipping on fantastic brews that range from espressos to coffee cocktails and speciality coffees – all in the ambience of a garage.
Catch up with friends or get some work done surrounded by leather couches, custom motorcycles and an industrial-chic vibe in a warehouse setting. There are books, guitars and games to chill in this rustic coffee shop in Al Quoz.
- Location: Warehouse 7 14B Street, Al Quoz Industrial Area 3
- Price: AED 130 for two people
- Timings: 08:00 am – 08:00 pm | 08:00 am – 11:00 pm (Friday)
- Contact: +971-4-321-4411
SEVA Table
SEVA Table is a part of SEVA Wellness Centre, a retreat in Dubai that offers healing through meditation and mindfulness. SEVA Table is the first 100% plant-based, gluten-free, cane sugar-free, GMO-free cafe in the Middle East. They have both indoor and outdoor cafe spaces, as well as a perfectly crafted garden.
Since they opened their doors in 2014, they have focused on offering a calming green experience where you can awaken your senses while relaxing at the same time. They have unique coffees on their menu, such as ‘Mystic Mushrooms’, ‘Golden Elixir’ (yellow because it has turmeric) and ‘Chaga Proof’. Surrounded by greenery and chirping birds, this is a top contender for a unique cafe in Dubai.
- Location: Jumeirah Beach Road, 27B Street, Villa 5/1B Jumeirah 1
- Price: AED 215 for two people
- Timings: 08:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Contact: +971-58-543-5888
PDL Coffee Co. and Barbershop
You won’t find a coffee shop like PDL anywhere else in Dubai. Head here for a delicious cuppa – and a haircut! You read that right. PDL (pronounced pedal) earns a spot amongst the unique coffee shops in Dubai by being a cycle-themed cafe and barbershop in one.
Grab your daily cup of joe in this industrial-style cafe, where you’ll find cycle-themed décor and framed jerseys on the walls. There’s also a small retail space to grab T-shirts, caps and more. Guys can go to the sleek barbershop next door that offers haircuts, shaves, massages and manicures.
- Location: Al Safa, Dubai Mall, Dubai Police HQ, Expo City, City Centre Mirdif
- Price: 195 for two people
- Timings: 07:00 am – 10:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-333-9924
ALCHEMY
Alchemy is one of the innovative home-grown concepts in Dubai. This Dubai coffee shop is based in a stunning Jumeirah villa – there’s even a pool outside. The sleek marble countertops and light wooden furniture are perfect for your Instagram feed. Their speciality coffee is sourced from ethical single farms, and their dessert bites are worth the indulgence. Complete with an outdoor seating area, Alchemy is a firm favourite amongst the cool coffee shops in Dubai.
- Location: 39B Street, Al Wasl Road, Opposite to Dar Al Wasl Mall
- Price: AED 50 for two people
- Timings: 08:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-344-2466
SKETCH ART CAFE
Sketch Art Cafe is what happens when beautiful art meets excellent coffee! Tucked away in Al Safa, this gallery-and-coffee shop is perfect for art enthusiasts or anyone wanting coffee in a gorgeous setting.
Admire the impressive artwork on the walls while you enjoy Sketch Art’s iced Spanish latte or yummy milk cakes. You can paint one of the coffee cups and hang it up there!
- Location: Villa 1, 35 Street, Umm Ammar Road, Near Box Park, Al Safa Dubai
- Price: AED 140 for two people
- Timings: 07:00 am – 11:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-271-2650
ILA Restaurant & Cafe
Located on the picturesque Al Seef Street, ILA Restaurant and Cafe is a chic destination for coffee lovers. Not only does the place have a delicious coffee menu, but it also boasts gorgeous views of Dubai Creek. The two-storey eatery features contemporary and bright interiors and has sweeping views of the yachts and dhows bobbing in the blue waters.
Try their range of espressos, iced coffees, frappes or one of their speciality brews, which includes cold brew and French press. ILA is also known for its lip-smacking Middle Eastern fare and shisha, which is only served outside. If you’re looking for coffee shops in Dubai with a view, ILA Cafe promises to impress.
- Location: Shop 18, Al Seef, Al Seef Street, Umm Hurair
- Price: AED 120 for two people
- Timings: 10:30 am – 01:00 am
- Contact: +971-55-399-5355
ROSELEAF CAFE
Roseleaf Cafe’s attraction is the lush and vibrant greenery featuring hanging and potted plants! They have two branches in Dubai: The Garden Concept Centre and Emirates Golf Club.
Regarding coffee, Roseleaf has lattes, espressos, macchiatos and speciality brews. With indoor and outdoor seating in the conservatory and plenty of natural light streaming in, Roseleaf Cafe is the perfect spot to settle in with a good book and a cup of artisan coffee.
- Location: The Garden Concept Centre and Emirates Golf Club.
- Price: AED 165 for two people
- Timings: 08 :00 am – 08:00 pm
- Contact: +971-4-526-0771
DEPRESSO CAFE
Depresso is one of the cool cafes in Dubai and all things adorable! This Dubai coffee shop is by the main road and has cute décor, along with indoor and outdoor seating. What’s unique about Depresso? Their coffee is served in awesomely branded cups and with doughnuts on top! It’s Instagrammable and oh-so-delicious.
- Location: Near Kind Care Medical Centre, Umm Suqeim
- Price: AED 60 for two people
- Timings: 07:00 am –12 :00 am
- Contact: +971-50-244-5434
DUBAI COFFEE MUSEUM
Did you know that Dubai has its very own coffee museum? Perfect for hard-core coffee lovers, the Dubai Coffee Museum is just the place to discover more about the art of making coffee.
Watch different brewing methods from Japan, Ethiopia, and the Middle East live and look closely at antiques that showcase coffee’s regional and international history. There are also various coffee books and documentaries for those curious about brewing and roasting. Finally, sit back and relax with a heavenly cup of coffee in the cosy lounge of this unique cafe in Dubai!
- Location: Villa 44, Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood
- Price: AED 50 for two people
- Timings: 09:00 am – 05:00 pm, closed on Fridays
- Contact: +971-4-353-8777
FAQs about coffee shops and unique cafes in Dubai
What are the most Instagrammable desserts at unique cafes in Dubai?
If you want to spice up your Gram game, you must visit Parker’s in Dubai Mall for their Matilda Cake. A chocolate extravaganza will get you all the views and clicks. Check out our complete list of the best Instagrammable desserts in Dubai for more ideas.
Which are the best cafes for breakfast in Dubai?
You can visit Coffee Lab or Colo Coffee for a hearty breakfast before 07:00 am. Do check out our list of cafes with early breakfasts for a complete guide to the options in Dubai.
That brings an end to our picks of the unique cafes in Dubai – where there’s always something new and creative to try! You can try checking out the new cafes in Dubai to get that first taste of the newer experiences.
