Dubai’s specialty coffee scene is just as striking as its skyline — bold, diverse, and always evolving. Whether you’re after sleek, design-led cafés in DIFC, cozy hideouts in Jumeirah, or edgy roasters in Al Quoz, this guide has you covered.
From power meetings to slow sips, explore Dubai’s top neighborhoods through the lens of great coffee and find your new go-to brew spot.
A well-loved brunch café in Mall of the Emirates, Common Grounds blends flat whites, açai bowls, salads, and hearty breakfast fare with welcoming service—praised as a go-to for good food and great coffee.
A vibrant, family-friendly café on the Ground Floor of Nakheel Mall, Common Grounds blends Australian-influenced menu items—like açai bowls, toasties, and smoothie blends—with craft coffee and a bright, plant-lined space.
A welcoming, design-led café in One Central, Trade Centre Dubai, Dark Door combines Indonesian V60s and bold specialty blends with quiet, cozy interiors.
Encounter Coffee Roasters in DIFC, Dubai, offers precision-roasted specialty coffee, from single-origin espressos to craft cold brews, in a sleek, minimalist space at ICD Brookfield Place. It serves as an efficient hub for professionals seeking a high-quality coffee experience.
Encounter Coffee Roasters offers expertly roasted specialty coffee, focusing on unique single origins and precise brewing. Housed in a sleek, minimalist space, it provides a sophisticated escape for coffee enthusiasts.
A serene café concept in Jumeirah, Heal brings together earthy tones, natural textures, and specialty coffee in a calm, design-forward space that feels like a retreat.
Heal Roasters in Al Khawaneej, is Dubai's newest specialty café, roasting ethically sourced Brazilian and Ethiopian beans in-house. Expect clean, minimalist interiors with a focus on sustainability, community engagement, and a rotating collection of single-origin brews.
A flagship from the UAE-born Hoof chain, the Dubai Mall branch is an equestrian-themed specialty café featuring Archers-roasted, single-origin beans from 13 countries. Clean, neutral-toned interiors, and artisanal breakfast make it a serene escape during busy shopping days.
Located in Dubai’s creative Al Quoz district, IDMI brings its precise, roastery-led ethos to a clean-lined space with calm, industrial flair—great for quiet reflection or slow coffee appreciation.
This Joud outpost in Dubai Mall serves well-executed specialty coffee amidst the bustling mall energy. It's a spot for a quick caffeine hit—from bold espressos to refreshing iced lattes—before or after exploring the world's largest mall.
Joud Coffee in Nad Al Sheba offers expertly prepared brews in a relaxed, open setting. It's a great local spot for coffee breaks or casual meet-ups, serving clean filter coffees and balanced espresso drinks away from the city center.
Mokha 1450 on Al Wasl is a luxury boutique dedicated to rare, single-origin Arabian and Ethiopian coffees, offering an intimate, elevated experience for true connoisseurs.
On Palm Jumeirah, Mokha 1450 offers a truly distinctive coffee experience focused on rare, high-altitude Yemeni and Ethiopian beans. Its elegant, culturally rich interior provides a sophisticated setting for appreciating unique and exclusive brews.
Set in a warehouse on Alserkal Avenue, Nightjar blends craft roasting with a counterculture spirit—offering nitro cold brew on tap, direct-trade beans, all-day breakfast sandwiches, vinyl playlists, and merchandise in an industrial-chic space loved by creatives.
An offshoot of the cult favorite, this Nightjar location brings the brand’s bold personality, specialty brews, and roastery roots to the family-friendly Madinat Badr area.
