16 Specialty Cafés in Sharq, Kuwait City Worth Seeking Out

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.

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Pause Coffee Roasters

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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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Kaffa Specialty Coffee

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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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The Coffee Department

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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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% Arabica - Arraya Plaza

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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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% Arabica - Downtown Drive Thru

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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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20 Grams - KBT Tower

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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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20 Grams - Sharq

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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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Good Day - Sharq

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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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Mug Coffee And Roastery - Sharq

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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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Richards Coffee - Al Hamra

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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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Stockroom Coffee - KIPCO

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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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The Backburner - Khaleejiya

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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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Toby's Estate - Arraya

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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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Toby's Estate - Sharq

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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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Vol.1 - Downtown Tower

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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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Vol.1 Roast Lab

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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.