Kuwait City Guide | Updated: July 2025

Where to Find Great Coffee in Kuwait City: From Sharq to Salmiya & Beyond

Looking for great coffee in Kuwait City? From seaside cafés in Salmiya to creative corners in Shuwaikh and sleek hideouts in Sharq — here’s where the caffeine crowd is heading.

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Kuwait City's coffee scene is a vibrant blend of tradition and modern innovation, constantly evolving to offer exceptional experiences. This thriving capital has quickly become a hub for specialty coffee, with a diverse range of cafes and roasteries catering to every taste.

Our guide features everything from sleek urban spots in areas like Salmiya and Sharq, perfect for a quick espresso, to industrial-chic roasteries in Shuwaikh and cozy, laptop-friendly spaces ideal for focus. Explore Kuwait City's best coffee destinations with our curated guide and find your perfect cup today.

% Arabica - Arraya Plaza
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% Arabica - Arraya Plaza

At Arraya Plaza, % Arabica embodies sophisticated urban elegance, delivering its signature minimalist aesthetic and quality brews to a prime business and shopping district.

% Arabica - Assima Mall
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% Arabica - Assima Mall

A sculptural pavilion inside architecturally striking Assima Mall, this % Arabica kiosk offers Spanish and Kyoto lattes alongside minimalist indoor and shaded al fresco seating.

% Arabica - Downtown Drive Thru
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% Arabica - Downtown Drive Thru

A sleek drive‑thru nestled on historic Ahmad Al Jaber Street, this % Arabica blends minimalist architecture and natural light with efficient coffee delivery—serving Kyoto-style lattes, single-origin espressos, and small seating areas for a quick urban coffee moment.

% Arabica - JACC
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% Arabica - JACC

Tucked within Sheikh Jaber Al-Ahmad Cultural Centre, this % Arabica is framed by a shaded garden and minimalist interiors with book-lined walls. It fuses café and cultural experience with Spanish and Kyoto lattes in a contemplative, gallery-like atmosphere.

% Arabica - Jabriya
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% Arabica - Jabriya

A standalone, minimalist drive-thru in residential Jabriya, % Arabica offers single-origin espresso, Kyoto-style filter picks, and Chemex-accented design—ideal for busy mornings.

% Arabica - Kuwait Airport T5 Drive Thru
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% Arabica - Kuwait Airport T5 Drive Thru

At Kuwait Airport, % Arabica offers its globally renowned single-origin espresso and signature clean filter coffee, providing a serene, minimalist oasis for travelers. It's a consistent, high-quality stop for a refined brew before or after a flight.

% Arabica - Kuwait Roastery
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% Arabica - Kuwait Roastery

Kuwait’s largest % Arabica outlet in Shuwaikh Industrial combines a spacious café, a Probat roaster, and a training centre—offering matcha lattes, baguettes, and brewer tutorials in an accessible industrial setting.

% Arabica - Salhiya
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% Arabica - Salhiya

Situated in Salhiya Plaza across from Kuwait’s first entertainment complex, this kiosk offers clean minimalism, Spanish & Kyoto lattes, and shaded courtyard seating beside cultural landmarks like Souk Mubarkia and Sheikh Jaber Opera House.

% Arabica - Salmiya Drive Thru
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% Arabica - Salmiya Drive Thru

In Salmiya, Kuwait, % Arabica offers its globally renowned single-origin espresso and clean filter coffee, served within a pristine, Japanese-inspired minimalist interior.

% Arabica - The Avenues
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% Arabica - The Avenues

Set within Kuwait’s premier shopping destination, this % Arabica features striking all-white minimalism accented with brass and wood, offering expertly pulled Spanish and Kyoto lattes in a bustling, shopper-friendly setting.

% Arabica - The Walk
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% Arabica - The Walk

% Arabica delivers its signature single-origin espresso and clean, balanced filter coffee, served in its iconic minimalist white and wood interior. It's a globally recognized spot, offering a serene and consistent high-quality coffee experience.

% Arabica - Third Ring Road Drive Thru
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% Arabica - Third Ring Road Drive Thru

This Hawally branch elevates the drive-thru concept, infusing % Arabica’s renowned Japanese-inspired minimalism with ultimate convenience. It delivers the brand’s pure, quality brews efficiently, making sophisticated coffee accessible for those on the move.

20 Grams - Assima Mall
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20 Grams - Assima Mall

Located in the heart of Mirqab’s Assima Mall, 20 Grams offers espresso, pour-overs, cold brew, and pastries—delivered with consistency and early-hour convenience in a sleek, work-friendly setting.

20 Grams - Avenues Mall
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20 Grams - Avenues Mall

Tucked inside Kuwait’s Avenues Mall, 20 Grams delivers specialty coffee with precision—from espresso to pour-overs—making it a reliable quick-stop for quality coffee on the go.

20 Grams - Jibla
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20 Grams - Jibla

A compact café with an uncompromising focus on quality, 20 Grams Jibla is a minimalist space tucked in Kuwait City’s urban core, known for precision brews and clean design.

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