The 8 Best Coffee Shops in Dubai (2026)

Updated November 2026 · 8 picks

The best specialty coffee shops in Dubai in 2026 are Nightjar Coffee Roasters at Alserkal Avenue, Cypher Urban Roastery, RAW Coffee Company, Mokha 1450 in DIFC and Tom & Serg. Most of the city's serious roasters sit in Al Quoz, where Nightjar, RAW and Cafe Rider roast on site. Cypher Urban Roastery was named in the World's 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026 list.

Dubai's specialty coffee scene is concentrated in Al Quoz, the industrial district behind Sheikh Zayed Road, where roasters such as Nightjar, RAW and Cafe Rider run cafes beside their roasteries. Elsewhere, DIFC, Jumeirah's Kite Beach and the Al Fahidi heritage district each add their own take.

Opening hours change, and several cafes here have more than one branch, so check each venue before you go. For lunch or dinner nearby see the best restaurants in Dubai, and for traditional coffee served with local food the best Emirati restaurants.

1. Nightjar Coffee Roasters — Alserkal Avenue

Dubai's best-known roaster and eatery, in an Alserkal warehouse.

$$ Mid-range

Nightjar roasts and brews on site at Alserkal Avenue and says it sources all green coffee by direct trade or fully transparent protocols. The cafe pairs coffee with cold brew on tap, creative mocktails and a full eatery menu that includes rotisserie chicken, salads and pancake stacks.

It also sells beans online, including seasonal blends and micro-lots.

Good to know: Come on a weekday morning to avoid weekend crowds, and combine it with the galleries in Alserkal Avenue.

Warehouse G62, Alserkal Avenue, Al Quoz 1, Dubai, UAE

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2. Cypher Urban Roastery — Al Quoz

Al Quoz roaster named in the World's 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026.

$$ Mid-range

Cypher Urban Roastery is one of two UAE coffee shops named in the World's 100 Best Coffee Shops 2026 list, according to the announcement. It roasts and serves coffee in the Al Quoz industrial area.

Pair it with a visit to Nightjar or RAW for a day of Al Quoz coffee.

Good to know: Confirm the exact address and opening hours with the cafe before heading to the industrial area.

Cypher Urban Roastery, Al Quoz, Dubai, UAE

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3. RAW Coffee Company — Al Quoz

Pioneering Dubai roaster with an on-site cafe and kitchen.

$$ Mid-range

RAW roasts specialty coffee at its warehouse in Al Quoz and describes its coffee as 100 percent direct and ethically traded. The cafe is open for coffee daily from 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and the kitchen opens at 8:00 AM.

One guide notes that RAW was founded in 2007, making it one of the city's first specialty roasters.

Good to know: The cafe doubles as RAW's showroom for brewing gear, so you can try equipment before buying.

RAW Coffee Company, Al Quoz Industrial Area 1, Dubai, UAE

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4. Mokha 1450 — DIFC

Luxury specialty coffee with rare origins, in Emirates Towers.

$$$ Upmarket

Mokha 1450 describes itself as luxury specialty coffee and lists Dubai cafes at Emirates Towers Boulevard in DIFC and on Umm Suqeim Street in Al Barsha Second.

Go here for rare-origin coffees rather than a quick takeaway flat white.

Good to know: The DIFC branch suits a work meeting. Check which branch you need on the website.

Emirates Towers Boulevard, Emirates Towers, DIFC, Dubai, UAE

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5. Tom & Serg — Al Quoz

Australian-style cafe with a big industrial two-level room.

$$ Mid-range

Tom & Serg is a two-level cafe seating about 250 people, with modern Australian-inspired breakfast and lunch and specialty coffee, according to the EATX group that runs it.

Its website lists hours of 8 AM to 5 PM on weekdays and 8 AM to 6 PM on weekends.

Good to know: Weekend brunch hours are busy, so arrive before 10 AM or book through the website.

Tom & Serg, Al Quoz, Dubai, UAE

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6. Cafe Rider — Al Quoz

Coffee roastery, motorcycle workshop and cafe under one roof.

$$ Mid-range

Cafe Rider combines a roastery, custom motorcycle builds and a cafe in an Al Quoz warehouse. Its website sells its own roasted coffee, Sage espresso machines and brewing equipment, and offers coffee workshops.

It is one of Dubai's most distinctive cafes, so go for the setting as much as the cup.

Good to know: Call +971 4 321 4411 to check opening hours, which have varied by season.

Warehouse 7, 14B Street, Al Quoz Industrial Area 3, Dubai, UAE

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7. Common Grounds — Kite Beach & DIFC

Neighborhood coffee-and-breakfast chain with beach and DIFC branches.

$$ Mid-range

Common Grounds serves salad bowls, wraps and all-day breakfast alongside freshly ground coffee, and has locations in Mall of the Emirates, DIFC, JLT, JBR, Dubai Hills Mall and Kite Beach. The Kite Beach branch opens at 5 AM, which suits early runners and beach walkers.

The DIFC branch is on the Balcony Level 2 of Building 5 and opens 8 AM to 7 PM.

Good to know: Hours differ by branch; check the website's timings list before you go.

59 Al Hadd Street, Jumeirah 3, Dubai, UAE

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8. The Coffee Museum — Al Fahidi

Heritage coffee museum with a small cafe upstairs in Bastakiya.

$ Budget

The Coffee Museum sits in the Bastakiya area of Al Fahidi and displays coffee history and equipment. The National's January 2026 guide places a small cafe inside, upstairs, serving Arabian and international coffee styles.

Listings give hours of 9 AM to 5 PM Saturday to Thursday and say it is closed on Fridays; entry fees are reported inconsistently.

Good to know: Confirm hours and the entry fee by phone at +971 4 353 8777.

Villa 44, Al Hisn Street, Bastakiya, Al Fahidi, Dubai, UAE

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Frequently asked questions

Where is the best specialty coffee in Dubai?

Al Quoz has the highest concentration: Nightjar at Alserkal Avenue, RAW Coffee Company, Cafe Rider and Cypher Urban Roastery all roast or serve specialty coffee there. In DIFC, Mokha 1450 specializes in rare-origin coffees.

Which Dubai coffee shop roasts its own beans?

Nightjar says it roasts on site and sources green coffee by direct trade or fully transparent protocols. RAW roasts at its warehouse in Al Quoz, and Cafe Rider runs its own roastery alongside its motorcycle workshop.

How much does a specialty coffee cost in Dubai?

Prices vary by cafe and are not published consistently online. Most are in the $ to $$ band, and rare-origin brews at places like Mokha 1450 cost more.

Are Dubai specialty cafes open late?

Most close in the early evening. RAW's cafe lists daily hours of 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM and Tom & Serg lists 8 AM to 5 PM on weekdays. Common Grounds at Mall of the Emirates lists hours until 10:30 PM Monday to Thursday and 11:30 PM Friday to Sunday.

Can I buy beans to take home?

Yes. Nightjar, RAW, Cafe Rider and Mokha 1450 all sell roasted beans through their websites, and several ship across the UAE.

Is there a coffee museum in Dubai?

Yes. The Coffee Museum in the Al Fahidi Historical Neighbourhood has a small cafe upstairs serving Arabian and international coffee styles, according to The National's January 2026 guide.

1. Nightjar Coffee Roasters — Alserkal Avenue

2. Cypher Urban Roastery — Al Quoz

3. RAW Coffee Company — Al Quoz

4. Mokha 1450 — DIFC

5. Tom & Serg — Al Quoz

6. Cafe Rider — Al Quoz

7. Common Grounds — Kite Beach & DIFC

8. The Coffee Museum — Al Fahidi

Frequently asked questions

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