11 brilliant Coffee shops to meet friends or work remotely from in Abu Dhabi

Searching for some of Abu Dhabi’s best caffeine hits? Try some of these coffee shops in Abu Dhabi.

Team Yalla has been travelling the streets of Abu Dhabi City and Al Ain for some of the best coffee shops. So join us for a strong cup of the black stuff at our pick of coffee shops.

Lobby Lounge at Conrad Abu Dhabi

Lobby Lounge, Conrad Abu Dhabi Etihad Towers

This makes for a striking spot for a daytime rendezvous, where shimmering water features, sweet delicacies and coffee awaits. This is Conrad Abu Dhabi at Etihad Towers so you will need to dress for the occasion but why wouldn’t you? 

Lobby Lounge at Conrad Abu Dhabi at Etihad Towers, Podium Level 3, daily 9am -10pm. To book, visit reservations

Le Café, Emirates Palace, Abu Dhabi

Le Café, Emirates Palace, Coffe Shop In Abu Dhabi

It’s all about the gold at one of Abu Dhabi’s most iconic hotels. You even get to drink the precious metal at the Palace in the form of this frothy Palace Cappuccino topped with – you guessed it… 23-carat gold! It’s the ideal setting for those with discerning tastes.

Le Café, Emirates Palace. Daily 8am to 11pm. For bookings call 02 690 7999 or email [email protected]

Alba Terrace

Alba Terrace Coffee Shop In Abu Dhabi

Not only can you sip on your caffeine fix in fabulous indoor surroundings but if you prefer, you can opt for the outdoor space at this rather delectable coffee spot.  So if coffee and fresh air, with pool-side views, is your thing, you know where to go!

Alba Terrace, The Abu Dhabi EDITION, daily 7am – 11pm. To book, call 0 2 208 0000. For more information, visit www.albaterrace.com

Fifth Street Café

Fifth Street Coffee Shop In Abu Dhabi

The bustling café located at Courtyard By Marriot World Trade Centre is filled with business people, city dwellers and hotel guests. The long list of coffee choices on offer is in partnership with those coffee experts, Coffee Planet, so you know it’s going to be good.

Fifth Street Café, Courtyard By Marriot World Trade Centre, Abu Dhabi. Open daily until midnight. To book call 052 914 1207

Lobby Lounge at Shangri-La

Shangri La Lobby Hall Coffee Shop In Abu Dhabi

If it’s luxury you seek then you’ll probably want to take your coffee here, where a blend of Asian and Arabic hospitality in chic surroundings awaits. The ambience is tranquil and the views stupendous, making it the perfect rendezvous to meet friends or clients for coffee.

Lobby lounge, Shangri-La Qaryat al Beri. Daily 7am-12am. To book call 02 509 8555 or email [email protected]

ParKafe

Parkafe At Park Rotana Abu Dhabi Coffe Shop

If espresso is your preferred hit then head over to the Park Rotana to partake in the pungent tones of an award-winning espresso at ParKafe. You can enjoy your brew alfresco too at their open terrace, where you’ll get to take your pick a vast selection of classic and exotic coffee.

ParKafe, Park Rotana. Open daily till midnight. To book call 02-657 3333 or visit Park Rotana

Chai Lobby Lounge

Pearl Rotana Chai Lounge Coffee Shop Abu Dhabi

It might well be called Chai Lobby Lounge but it’s not just about tea. Head here and you’ll also get your fix of caffeine along with delicious pastries, light meals and snacks at this modern tea lounge, which offers the perfect place to meet with friends or business partners.

Chai Lobby Lounge, Pearl Rotana Capital Centre, Al Khaleej Al Arabi Street. To book and for more information call 02 307 5550

The Coffee Club

The Coffee Club - Abu Dhabi Mall

Looking for coffee and a bargain, then head over to Abu Dhabi Mall where The Coffee Club’s signature macchiato, flat white and Americanos is our absolute favourite! They have a great selection of desserts as well to go with you drink…and we all love that.

The Coffee Club, Level 1, Abu Dhabi Mall. Daily till midnight. For more information call 02 644 9140.

Dose

Dose Coffe Shop Abu Dhabi

Looking to support homegrown coffee shops? Then head to Abu Dhabi’s Delma Street where the friendly staff at Dose are waiting to hook you up to your coffee fix. There’s lots on offer including coffee classics and even a cornflake latte for breakfast!

Dose, Delma Street (Between Airport Road and Muroor Rd). For more information call 02 441 9888

Rain

Rain Coffee Shop Abu Dhabi

This café simply exudes so much style, which is probably why it’s popular with Emirati nationals, but all coffee lovers are welcome. It’s got a gorgeous outdoor seating area and a stylish indoor area where you can sip on coffees such V50, Chemex, Aeropress and Syphon.

Rain, Mohamed Bin Khalifa Street, near to Abu Dhabi Media. Sunday -Thursday 7am-11pm; Friday-Saturday. Call 058 161 4461.

 Halfway Café, Al Ain

Halfway Coffee Shop Abu Dhabi

Commuters travelling from Al Ain to Abu Dhabi might want to drop in and say hello to the coffee experts at Halfway Café in the Al Khaznah district of Al Ain, These guys start serving up some of the best caffeine shots around from 5.30am in the morning. And while you’re there, you may as well take a bite of the variety of dishes from the brimming menu.

Halfway Café, Al Khaznah, Al Ain. Sunday to Thursday 5.30am to midnight. Friday 3pm to midnight, Saturday 9am to midnight. Call 056 962 6535

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