Jeddah

Locals Café has cemented its role as a beloved neighbourhood haunt in Jeddah's Al-Andalus district. Its consistently full terrace is a testament to its broad appeal, attracting families and friends throughout the day. The coffee is a particular highlight, served alongside a straightforward menu of sandwiches, pastries and cakes. Whether settling in with a book from the shared shelves or meeting for evening conversation, the café manages to be both a social hub and a personal retreat.

AlMokha Café is a modern coffee spot in Jeddah’s Al Murjan district. It’s known for its minimalist, light-filled interior that attracts a young, energetic crowd. The focus here is on creative, high-quality drinks, from a rich cortado to signature specials like the Black Peach. Its evolving dessert menu features indulgent options such as salted caramel chocolate bites. The two-level space, though compact, provides a bright and comfortable setting for both focused work and casual socialising.

Cup & Couch Cafe and Roastery is a family-run chain known for its spacious, welcoming branches, particularly the flagship in Al-Yamama Plaza. The interior blends heavy wooden furniture and comfortable couches, creating a relaxed environment illuminated by natural light. It’s a popular spot for remote work and study, and in the evenings the cafe often sees groups gathering for board games. As a roastery, its own coffee is a central draw, served alongside a selection of cakes, including a highly recommended cheesecake.

Caffeine Lab is a prominent Jeddah roastery and café chain with several branches across the city. True to its name, it approaches coffee with a precise, craft-focused ethos, offering a range of its own roasted beans and inventive drinks like the honeycomb iced latte. The modern, sunlit interiors, particularly at the spacious Al-Alandalus location, provide a bright and airy setting. It serves as a peaceful retreat for solo visitors and a lively spot for groups, complemented by a selection of freshly baked pastries and a well-considered food menu.

Titanium Café is primarily a shisha café, but they also serve coffee and tea, along with some snacks and comfort food. Groups of friends gather here to spend an evening together around a hookah, enjoying the interesting flavours offered, the favourite of which is the special double apple, which uses ice to keep the smoke cool.

Papaya has a reputation for being a bit on the expensive side, but once you step inside and order, you quickly realise why it's worth the price. The coffee is delicious and fresh, but the real star here is the food. The selection is huge and varied, and the hearty breakfasts are especially popular. All of this presented in a tight embrace of lush greenery under a greenhouse-style domed roof.