Neighbourhood Guide · Updated JANUARY 2026

16 Specialty Cafés in Sharq, Kuwait City Worth Seeking Out

From flagship roasteries to local favorites: the complete Sharq specialty coffee experience.

Sharq is one of Kuwait City’s most active specialty coffee districts, where cafés sit close enough to make exploring part of the experience. This guide highlights the standout spots—ranging from roastery-led pioneers to modern espresso bars and elevated global imports—chosen for craft, character, and consistency. Whether you’re here for single-origin pour-overs, balanced espresso, or simply the pleasure of trying something new, Sharq makes it easy to enjoy great coffee without going far.

The Best Coffee Shops & Cafes in Sharq

Good Day - Sharq
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Good Day - Sharq

Sharq
$$$
PERFECT FOR
Coffee & a Light Bite
Late Night Refuge
Good Day in Sharq is a bright, family-friendly all-day café known for specialty espresso, Spanish lattes and a generous breakfast menu—great for outdoor tables, casual brunches and friendly meetups.
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Kid Friendly
Kid Friendly
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Kaffa Specialty Coffee
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Kaffa Specialty Coffee

Sharq
$$$
PERFECT FOR
Bold Espresso Fix
Early Morning Ritual
A calm, considered space in Sharq, Kaffa focuses on origin-driven brews, skilled pour-overs, and a no-frills approach that appeals to serious coffee drinkers - a solid stop for clean, thoughtful cups away from the city’s busier corners.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Kid Friendly
Kid Friendly
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Mug Coffee And Roastery - Sharq
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Mug Coffee And Roastery - Sharq

Sharq
$$
PERFECT FOR
Early Morning Ritual
Decaf Done Right
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.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Pause Coffee Roasters
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Pause Coffee Roasters

Sharq
$$$
Crowd Favorite
PERFECT FOR
Pour-Over Devotion
Coffee Discovery
A sleek renowned roastery-café in Mariam Tower, Pause is praised for its rich espresso, Ethiopian V60s and Colombia cold brews, served by knowledgeable baristas in a relaxed yet modern space.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Kid Friendly
Kid Friendly
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Richards Coffee - Al Hamra
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Richards Coffee - Al Hamra

Sharq
$$
PERFECT FOR
Coffee Discovery
Bold Espresso Fix
A roastery-led café in Sharq’s Al Hamra Tower, Richards Coffee offers in-house roasted beans, filter brews, matcha, vegan bakes, and early-morning service in a polished, modern setting.
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Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Stockroom Coffee - KIPCO
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Stockroom Coffee - KIPCO

Sharq
$$
PERFECT FOR
Bold Espresso Fix
Coffee & a Light Bite
Stockroom’s Sharq outpost inside KIPCO Tower brings clean design and focused brewing to Kuwait’s business district—great for a mid-day caffeine reset or a quiet coffee fix on the go.
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Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
The Backburner - Khaleejiya
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The Backburner - Khaleejiya

Sharq
$$$
Hidden Gem
PERFECT FOR
Coffee Catchups
Bold Espresso Fix
Serious coffee meets bold, contemporary design at The Backburner in Khaleejiya with single-origin espresso, precise filter pours and an all-day menu that suits slow catch-ups and weekend brunches.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Kid Friendly
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
The Coffee Department
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The Coffee Department

Sharq
$$
PERFECT FOR
Quick Caffeine Stop
Pour-Over Devotion
Situated in Souq Sharq’s waterfront mall, The Coffee Department offers specialty espresso and pour-over brews with a modern, airy interior. It’s a polished stop for shoppers and professionals amidst the souq's modernized ambiance.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vol.1 - Downtown Tower
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Vol.1 - Downtown Tower

Sharq
$$$
Local Legend
PERFECT FOR
Coffee Discovery
Pour-Over Devotion
A flagship of Kuwait’s specialty scene, Vol.1’s Sharq café in Downtown Tower delivers sharp, roastery-led brews, minimalist decor, and consistent craft coffee across espresso, pour-overs, and matcha.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vol.1 Roast Lab
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Vol.1 Roast Lab

Sharq
$$$
Local Legend
PERFECT FOR
Coffee Discovery
Bold Espresso Fix
A flagship micro‑roastery nestled in Sharq’s Mariam Tower, Vol.1 Roast Lab is known for its daily in‑house roasting, minimalist interiors with marble accents, and inventive pours—from Kenyan V60s to the iconic cereal cold brew.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
20 Grams - KBT Tower
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20 Grams - KBT Tower

Sharq
$$
PERFECT FOR
Quick Caffeine Stop
Late Night Refuge
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.
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Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
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Dine-in
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Takeaway
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
20 Grams - Sharq
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20 Grams - Sharq

Sharq
$$
PERFECT FOR
Midday Reset
Getting Work Done
20 Grams in Sharq pairs wide-ranging espresso options with creative cold brews and a full food menu—a bright, modern cafe well suited to breakfasts, easy work mornings and repeat visits.
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Kid Friendly
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
% Arabica - Arraya Plaza
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% Arabica - Arraya Plaza

Sharq
$$
PERFECT FOR
Coffee Catchups
Getting Work Done
In Arraya Plaza, % Arabica serves its signature single-origin espresso and Kyoto-style pours within a pristine, Japanese-inspired minimalist space—an elegant stop for business lunches and quiet coffee breaks.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
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Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
% Arabica - Downtown Drive Thru
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% Arabica - Downtown Drive Thru

Sharq
$$
PERFECT FOR
Late Night Refuge
Quick Caffeine Stop
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.
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Outdoor Seating
Outdoor Seating
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Toby's Estate - Arraya
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Toby's Estate - Arraya

Sharq
$$$
PERFECT FOR
Coffee Catchups
Bold Espresso Fix
A lush “indoor garden” café in Arraya Plaza, Toby’s Estate pairs Australian specialty coffee with dark travertine, leafy green accents, and glass-brick lighting. It offers avocado toast, flat whites, and lounge-worthy sofas in a sophisticated yet relaxed setting.
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Kid Friendly
Kid Friendly
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair Access
Opens Early
Opens Early
Closes Late
Closes Late
Dine-in
Dine-in
Takeaway
Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Toby's Estate - Sharq
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Toby's Estate - Sharq

Sharq
$$$
PERFECT FOR
Coffee Catchups
Decaf Done Right
A popular specialty café on Mubarak Al Kabeer Street, Toby’s Estate brings Australian-style craftsmanship to life with ethically sourced beans, polished interiors, leafy accents, and a reputation for rich flat whites and gourmet bites.
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Outdoor Seating
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Closes Late
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Dine-in
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Takeaway
Work Friendly
Work Friendly
Vegan Friendly
Vegan Friendly

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