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.

20 Grams - KBT Tower
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20 Grams - KBT Tower

At Sharq's KBT Tower, 20 Grams features a striking, modern design, creating a bright and airy urban retreat. It serves its quality specialty brews in a setting ideal for quick professional stops or a refined coffee break.

20 Grams - Sharq
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20 Grams - Sharq

A bright, modern café in downtown Sharq, 20 Grams offers a wide menu of coffee—from Spanish lattes to coconut cold brews in a sleek, work-friendly space.

20 Grams - Shuwaikh Industrial
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20 Grams - Shuwaikh Industrial

20 Grams Coffee offers a vibrant, spacious hub for specialty brews, distinguished by its work-friendly environment and ample outdoor seating within a bustling urban context.

48 East Roastery - Salmiya
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48 East Roastery - Salmiya

A purveyor of precision-roasted single origins, 48 East Roastery in Salmiya offers expertly brewed espresso and filter options in a sleek, industrial-style tasting room—a haven for coffee purists.

48 East Roastery - Shuwaikh
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48 East Roastery - Shuwaikh

A sleek roastery in Shuwaikh’s industrial district, 48 East offers precision-roasted Ethiopian, Colombian, and Brazilian beans in espresso and pour-over formats—praised by locals as one of the top roasteries in Kuwait.

Altitude Roasters Café
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Altitude Roasters Café

A sleek, detail-driven café from one of Kuwait’s most respected specialty roasters, Altitude serves precise brews and slow coffee in a clean, modern space—ideal for those who come for the brew and stay for the calm.

Altitude Roastery
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Altitude Roastery

A roastery-first space built for serious coffee exploration, Altitude’s flagship lets enthusiasts sample, shop, and discuss fresh-roasted single origins with the team behind one of Kuwait’s best-known coffee labels.

Boost Coffee - Salmiya
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Boost Coffee - Salmiya

Boost Coffee in Salmiya, Kuwait, offers a uniquely designed and quality-focused atmosphere, providing a warm and inviting space to enjoy specialty coffee and a variety of beverages, with options for both indoor and outdoor seating suitable for work or leisure.

Good Day - Ardiya
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Good Day - Ardiya

A well-designed, full-service café inside The Walk Mall, Good Day combines specialty coffee—from espresso to cold brew—with healthy breakfast, vegan options, and all-day dining in a bright, inviting space.

Good Day - Sharq
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Good Day - Sharq

A flagship café inside Sharq Plaza, Good Day Coffee features specialty espresso, filter brews, cold drinks, and vegan breakfast in a bright, family-friendly setting—popular for its all-day menu, outdoor seating, and hospitable vibe.

Mazj Coffee Roasters - Al Faiha
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Mazj Coffee Roasters - Al Faiha

A roastery-focused hidden gem in Al Faiha, Mazj Coffee Roasters serves freshly roasted single-origin espressos and filter coffees in a minimalist, wood-accented café. It’s quietly gaining popularity among locals for its authenticity and consistent quality.

Mazj Coffee Roasters - Shuwaikh Industrial
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Mazj Coffee Roasters - Shuwaikh Industrial

This Shuwaikh roastery is a hub for meticulously crafted specialty coffee, offering a transparent view into its roasting artistry within a minimalist, industrial-chic setting. It's a prime destination for purists seeking a direct connection to their brew's origins.

Mug Coffee And Roastery - Jabriya
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Mug Coffee And Roastery - Jabriya

A 24/7 roastery café tucked into Jabriya’s residential heart, Mug Coffee Roastery delivers rich single-origin pours—from V60s to Spanish lattes—in a warm, functional space with drive-through convenience.

Mug Coffee And Roastery - Sharq
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Mug Coffee And Roastery - Sharq

A sleek roastery café in Sharq near Mariam Tower, Mug Coffee Roastery features single-origin V60s, Spanish lattes, and daily-roasted blends—all in a warm, polished space.

Opt Coffee - Al Soor Gardens
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Opt Coffee - Al Soor Gardens

A serene café tucked within Al Soor Gardens, Opt Coffee offers Brazilian single-origin espresso, pour-overs, matcha, and light vegan bites in a peaceful courtyard setting ideal for unwinding.

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