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The Bench

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The Bench brings expressive espresso and Spanish lattes into a leafy, relaxed setting—ideal for slow coffee catchups, sunset lounging, and photo-ready café moments on Al Raha Promenade.
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Outdoor Seating
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Access
Opens Early
Closes Late
Dine-in
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vibe
Trendy
Instagrammable
Food Centric
Hours

Mon - Sun: 7 am - 12 am

Price Range
$$
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What's Brewing?

Drinks
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Espresso
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Filter Coffee
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Cold Brew
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Tea
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Matcha
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Vegan Options
Eats
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Bakes
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Desserts
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Breakfast
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Lunch
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Dinner
Facilities
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Outdoor Seating
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Kid Friendly
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Wheelchair Access
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Opens Early
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Closes Late
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Dine-in
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Takeaway
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Work Friendly
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Vegan Friendly

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Wheelchair Access
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Espresso
,
Filter Coffee
,
Cold Brew
,
Tea
,
Matcha
,
Vegan Options
,
Bakes
,
Desserts
,
Breakfast
,
Lunch
,
Dinner
,
Outdoor Seating
,
Kid Friendly
,
Wheelchair Access
,
Opens Early
,
Closes Late
,
Dine-in
,
Takeaway
,
Work Friendly
,
Vegan Friendly
,