Neighbourhood Guide · Updated JANUARY 2026

5 Specialty Coffee Shops in Al Barsha — Subtle Spaces, Serious Coffee

From Homegrown Roasters to Global Names — Al Barsha’s Subtle but Serious Coffee Story

Al Barsha perfectly embodies Dubai's family-friendly approach to coffee culture, where world-class specialty brews meet the convenience that residents love. This established residential district, anchored by the iconic Mall of the Emirates, offers an accessible coffee scene that caters to busy families and serious coffee enthusiasts alike. From La Gente's homegrown roastery serving daily-roasted beans from four continents to the serene Japanese minimalism of % Arabica, Al Barsha proves that exceptional coffee doesn't require a trek across the city. Whether you're grabbing a quick espresso between errands or discovering single-origin treasures, this neighborhood delivers quality coffee experiences in settings that feel both sophisticated and wonderfully approachable.

The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes in Al Barsha

La Gente Roastery
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La Gente Roastery

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A homegrown coffee roastery nestled within Galleria Mall, La Gente offers daily‑roasted Brazilian, Ethiopian, Rwandan, and Costa Rican beans pulled into finely brewed espressos, filter methods like V60 and Aeropress, in a sleek and serene setting.
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Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
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Vegan Friendly
One Life - JVC
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One Life - JVC

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People Watching
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A bright, community-minded café in JVC, One-Life serves well-balanced specialty coffee alongside approachable all-day cooking—comfortable for casual catchups, co-working mornings, or relaxed family breakfasts.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
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Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
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Dine-in
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Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Pet Friendly
Pet Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Encounter Coffee Roasters - MOE
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Encounter Coffee Roasters - MOE

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Quick Caffeine Stop
Pour-Over Devotion
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.
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Kid Friendly
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
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Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
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Dine-in
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Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
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Takeaway
Boon Coffee - MOE
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Boon Coffee - MOE

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Quick Caffeine Stop
A welcoming kiosk the Mall of the Emirates, Boon Coffee serves organic Ethiopian single-origin espressos and Spanish lattes in a streamlined café space—praised for both quality and service by locals.
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Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Closes Late
Closes Late
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Dine-in
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
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Takeaway
Common Grounds - MOE
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Common Grounds - MOE

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Coffee Catchups
Family Hours
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.
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Kid Friendly
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
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Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
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Dine-in
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
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Takeaway
% Arabica - MOE
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% Arabica - MOE

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Quick Caffeine Stop
Coffee Catchups
Amid the bustle of Mall of the Emirates, % Arabica’s wood-and-white interiors offer a calm pause for Kyoto-style lattes, crisp filter brews, and people-watching between errands or shopping.
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Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
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Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
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Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly

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