Best Cafes

Best Cafes across every place and thing on Third Platz — 20 lists so far.

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Moonbean Coffee CompanyKensington Market · On 2 lists
A long-running Kensington Market roaster on St. Andrew Street serving fair-trade and organic coffee in a cozy, well-worn space.
Bonanza Coffee HeroesPrenzlauer Berg · On 2 lists
A coffee bar and roastery on Oderberger Straße operating since 2006, one of the earlier third-wave shops in the city. It roasts its own single-origin beans, which it also supplies to other Berlin cafes.
% Arabica DubaiDowntown Dubai · On 1 list
Minimalist Japanese coffee chain known for its glass-walled roasting bars.
% Arabica DubaiBusiness Bay · On 1 list
Minimalist Japanese coffee chain known for its glass-walled roasting bars.
Cafe BateelDubai Marina · On 1 list
Relaxed waterfront seating, solid espresso.
Cafe BateelJBR · On 1 list
Date-and-coffee brand's cafe arm, known for relaxed waterfront seating.
Cafe CacheKarama · On 1 list
A games-and-music focused cafe in Al Karama known for desserts like molten chocolate cake and milkshakes, with board games and free WiFi for lingering visits.
Cafe GrumpyBrooklyn · On 1 list
A Greenpoint coffee shop opened in 2005 that grew into a small local roasting chain and appeared as a set in HBO's Girls.
Camel StepAl Malqa · On 1 list
A specialty coffee roastery with a minimalist, industrial-leaning space, serving single-origin espresso, V60 pour-overs, and cold brew, alongside beans and brewing equipment for sale.
Çekirdek KahveKadıköy · On 1 list
Opened in 2012 on the edge of Moda, this is widely credited as the shop that brought specialty, micro-roasted coffee to Kadıköy, with a following for its espresso and milk drinks.
FIKA CafeKensington Market · On 2 lists
A Scandinavian-style coffee shop on Kensington Avenue set in a turquoise house, known for its bright interior and pastries.
Karak HouseDeira · On 1 list
Karak-focused tea chain serving the spiced, condensed-milk brew UAE commuters love.
LogmaJumeirah · On 1 list
Casual Emirati eatery serving comfort dishes like machboos and luqaimat.
Ozone Coffee RoastersShoreditch · On 1 list
A New Zealand-founded roastery and cafe on Leonard Street with an open roasting setup and an all-day brunch menu.
Pali Village CafeBandra · On 1 list
All-day cafe in the Pali Naka area with a plant-filled dining room and courtyard seating, serving a broad continental and all-day-breakfast menu.
Stumptown Coffee RoastersFlatiron · On 1 list
A Portland-founded coffee roaster's NYC coffee bar set inside the Ace Hotel lobby.
The BarnMitte · On 1 list
A specialty coffee roaster and cafe that opened in Mitte's gallery district in 2010, serving single-origin beans with a light roasting style. The space has a minimal look built from reclaimed wood, plus sandwiches and cakes made in-house.
Tiong Bahru BakeryTiong Bahru · On 1 list
French-style bakery-cafe and one of the earliest anchors of Tiong Bahru's cafe scene, known for its kouign-amann and croissants alongside espresso drinks.
Tom & SergDubai · On 1 list
Industrial-style specialty coffee bar tucked inside Alserkal Avenue's warehouses.
VCR BangsarBangsar · On 1 list
Specialty coffee shop with an all-day brunch menu, a longtime anchor of Bangsar's cafe scene known for consistent espresso-based drinks.
% Arabica DubaiDubai · On 1 list
Minimalist Japanese coffee chain known for its glass-walled roasting bars.
Arabian Tea HouseDeira · On 1 list
Heritage courtyard cafe serving Emirati breakfasts and karak in a restored house.
BaskBangsar · On 1 list
Minimalist bakery-cafe inside the APW compound turning out Basque burnt cheesecake and matcha lattes in a pared-back, Japanese-influenced space.
Bombay Coffee HouseBandra · On 1 list
Coffee-focused cafe on Waterfield Road opposite National College, known for filter coffee and espresso drinks alongside a light all-day food menu.
Café CKPrenzlauer Berg · On 1 list
A coffee bar on Marienburger Straße opened in 2009 by a former World Cup Tasters champion, known for pulling careful espresso shots and running regular tastings.
Cafe GrumpyNew York City · On 1 list
A Greenpoint coffee shop opened in 2005 that grew into a small local roasting chain and appeared as a set in HBO's Girls.
Common GroundsDowntown Dubai · On 1 list
UAE cafe chain built around single-origin coffee and all-day brunch plates.
Common GroundsJumeirah · On 1 list
UAE cafe chain built around single-origin coffee and all-day brunch plates.
Common GroundsBusiness Bay · On 1 list
UAE cafe chain built around single-origin coffee and all-day brunch plates.
DevociónBrooklyn · On 1 list
A greenhouse-style Williamsburg cafe that flies in Colombian beans and roasts them within days of harvest.
Downtown CafeKarama · On 1 list
A book-and-board-game concept cafe near Zabeel Road serving continental fare with an Indian-influenced menu, previously recognized with a local Best Cafe award.
Jorn Coffee RoastersAl Malqa · On 1 list
A roastery-led cafe with Nordic-inspired interiors that started in Al Malqa in 2021, roasting its own single-origin beans on site.
Montag Coffee RoastersKadıköy · On 1 list
A Scandi-styled second-floor roaster in Moda with a balcony over a busy intersection, built around careful filter brews and consistent pour-overs since 2014.
Nylon Coffee RoastersTiong Bahru · On 1 list
Compact roastery and coffee bar in a ground-floor HDB unit at Everton Park, roasting its own beans and pulling espresso for a mostly stand-up crowd.
TashasDubai Marina · On 1 list
Bright brunch-forward cafe, great for groups.
TashasJBR · On 1 list
South African-founded cafe chain known for all-day brunch and baked goods.
The AttendantShoreditch · On 1 list
A coffee shop on Great Eastern Street roasting its own beans, known for its French toast and banana bread.
% Arabica DubaiJBR · On 1 list
Minimalist Japanese coffee chain known for its glass-walled roasting bars.
Arabian Tea HouseJumeirah · On 1 list
Heritage courtyard cafe serving Emirati breakfasts and karak in a restored house.
Blue Tokai Coffee RoastersBandra · On 1 list
Outpost of the specialty coffee roaster on Pali Hill, sourcing single-origin beans from Indian estates and serving pour-overs and espresso drinks alongside pastries.
Cafe PanemarKensington Market · On 1 list
An Augusta Avenue cafe with an outdoor patio that fills up in warm weather, popular for espresso drinks and casual lingering.
Coffee ManifestoKadıköy · On 1 list
A compact café on one of Kadıköy's main thoroughfares run by a competition-trained barista, focused on developed espresso drinks and third-wave brewing education.
Common GroundsDeira · On 1 list
UAE cafe chain built around single-origin coffee and all-day brunch plates.
DevociónWilliamsburg · On 1 list
A greenhouse-style Williamsburg cafe that flies in Colombian beans and roasts them within days of harvest.
Five ElephantKreuzberg · On 1 list
A micro-roastery, bakery, and cafe on Reichenberger Straße open since 2010, sourcing beans from Ethiopia, Guatemala, and Kenya. It's particularly known for its Philadelphia-style cheesecake alongside its coffee.
Forty HandsTiong Bahru · On 1 list
Australian-influenced brunch cafe on Yong Siak Street credited with helping kick off Tiong Bahru's cafe wave, serving all-day breakfast alongside specialty coffee.
Las CafeAl Malqa · On 1 list
A bright, airy cafe in Al Malqa built for lingering, offering specialty coffee drinks in a modern, design-forward setting.
LogmaDowntown Dubai · On 1 list
Casual Emirati eatery serving comfort dishes like machboos and luqaimat.
LogmaBusiness Bay · On 1 list
Casual Emirati eatery serving comfort dishes like machboos and luqaimat.
Nightjar CoffeeDubai · On 1 list
Al Quoz roastery and cafe favored by Dubai's specialty coffee crowd.
No Fire No GloryPrenzlauer Berg · On 1 list
A brunch and specialty-coffee cafe on Rykestraße, one of the founding names of Berlin's specialty coffee scene since 2009, roasting its own beans and using organic milk.
Partners CoffeeBrooklyn · On 1 list
A small-batch Brooklyn roaster whose flagship North 6th Street cafe and roastery has operated since 2012.
Smokelab Hookah CafeKarama · On 1 list
A late-night shisha cafe on Khalid Bin Waleed Road offering a wide range of hookah flavors alongside food, drinks, and indoor games like carrom and ludo.
Three Guys CafeBangsar · On 1 list
Casual cafe serving Malaysian-Japanese fusion rice bowls alongside coffee, with generous portions that draw a steady lunch crowd.
Workshop Coffee (White Collar Factory)Shoreditch · On 1 list
A spacious, light-filled cafe on the ground floor of the White Collar Factory near Old Street, popular for working sessions.
Wu Wei CoffeeKensington Market · On 1 list
A coffee bar on Kensington Avenue operating inside the 6x8 Market, serving pared-back espresso drinks in a minimal, effortless space.
% Arabica DubaiDeira · On 1 list
Minimalist Japanese coffee chain known for its glass-walled roasting bars.
% Arabica DubaiJumeirah · On 1 list
Minimalist Japanese coffee chain known for its glass-walled roasting bars.
Arabian Tea HouseBusiness Bay · On 1 list
Heritage courtyard cafe serving Emirati breakfasts and karak in a restored house.
Café Einstein StammhausMitte · On 1 list
A Viennese-style coffeehouse opened in 1978 inside an 1878 villa on Kurfürstenstraße, with a garden and pavilion. It serves classic Viennese pastries and dishes, with newspapers on wooden holders and formally dressed staff.
Chai WellKarama · On 1 list
A tea-focused cafe run by the team behind Eggitarian Cafe, serving curated chai blends alongside snacks and light bites.
Common GroundsDubai · On 1 list
UAE cafe chain built around single-origin coffee and all-day brunch plates.
Common GroundsJBR · On 1 list
UAE cafe chain built around single-origin coffee and all-day brunch plates.
DaunsShoreditch · On 1 list
A fully plant-based Scandinavian cafe on Wentworth Street serving vegan versions of Swedish open sandwiches and cinnamon buns.
HotBlack CoffeeQueen West · On 1 list
A Queen Street West coffee bar with a minimalist industrial interior, popular with remote workers for its long communal tables.
Kaffee KäthePrenzlauer Berg · On 1 list
A neighborhood cafe on Kollwitzstraße in the Kollwitzkiez, serving coffee and homemade cakes alongside a hearty weekend brunch menu since 2014.
Karak HouseDowntown Dubai · On 1 list
Karak-focused tea chain serving the spiced, condensed-milk brew UAE commuters love.
Kos Kaffe Roasting HouseBrooklyn · On 1 list
A family-owned cafe on 5th Avenue in Park Slope serving its own roasted coffee alongside a full breakfast and lunch menu.
Little PebblesKensington Market · On 1 list
A tiny artisanal bakery-cafe on Baldwin Street known for housemade Japanese-inspired desserts, French pastry technique, and an oversized croissant.
Namq CafeAl Malqa · On 1 list
A large, 24-hour roastery cafe on Anas Ibn Malik Road known for its flat whites, V60 brews, and a signature Namq cake, with both indoor and outdoor seating.
Ninth Street EspressoEast Village · On 1 list
An East Village espresso bar opened in 2001, credited as one of the shops that pioneered NYC's specialty coffee scene.
PLAIN Vanilla BakeryTiong Bahru · On 1 list
Cupcake bakery and cafe on Yong Siak Street in a corner shophouse unit, also serving breakfast and lunch plates alongside its baked goods.
PULP by PPP CoffeeBangsar · On 1 list
Coffee bar and micro-roastery in the APW complex pairing single-origin brews with shakshuka and light bites in a vintage-styled interior.
Story Coffee & FoodKadıköy · On 1 list
A renovated corner building in the Rasimpaşa area that keeps its original architectural details, pairing house-roasted third-wave coffee with baked goods.
The NutcrackerBandra · On 1 list
Brunch cafe near Bandra Reclamation with an outdoor patio, known for sourdough waffles, scrambled eggs on toast and a well-executed flat white.
Arabian Tea HouseDubai · On 1 list
Heritage courtyard cafe serving Emirati breakfasts and karak in a restored house.
Arabian Tea HouseDowntown Dubai · On 1 list
Heritage courtyard cafe serving Emirati breakfasts and karak in a restored house.
Augusta CoffeeKensington Market · On 1 list
A coffee bar on Augusta Avenue in the heart of the market, popular as a quiet remote-work spot between the neighborhood's produce stalls and vintage shops.
Beans & Cream CafeKarama · On 1 list
A casual coffee shop and library-style cafe near Sheikh Hamdan Colony, noted for Mangalore-style chat snacks alongside a broader menu of sandwiches and desserts.
CandiesBandra · On 1 list
Long-running cafe in the Union Park pocket of Pali Hill with garden seating, serving sandwiches, pastas and coffee to a regular neighbourhood crowd.
Companion Tea & CoffeeNeukölln · On 1 list
A minimalist cafe on Weserstraße from the team behind Companion Coffee at Voo Store, focused equally on tea and coffee. Teas are sourced directly from growers in India and Nepal, and the cafe keeps a no-laptop policy.
Compilation Coffee RoastersBrooklyn · On 1 list
A Gold Street coffee bar in Downtown Brooklyn known for reasonably priced coffee, a varied flavor lineup, and a spacious, welcoming layout.
Drips Bakery CafeTiong Bahru · On 1 list
Tart-focused bakery cafe with a spacious Tiong Bahru flagship, in business since 2010 and known for its rotating fruit tart selection.
Filtre Coffee & RoasteryKadıköy · On 1 list
A small-batch roaster in the Kozyatağı area of Kadıköy built specifically around filter coffee, roasting in two-kilo lots of specialty-grade beans.
GodshotPrenzlauer Berg · On 1 list
A coffee bar and barista training space on Immanuelkirchstraße, run since 2008 by one of the pioneers of Berlin's third-wave coffee movement.
Karak HouseBusiness Bay · On 1 list
Karak-focused tea chain serving the spiced, condensed-milk brew UAE commuters love.
Lisette's Cafe & BakeryBangsar · On 1 list
Vegetarian-friendly bakery-cafe decorated with floral displays, known for fresh-baked goods, salads and a weekly lunch buffet.
LogmaDeira · On 1 list
Casual Emirati eatery serving comfort dishes like machboos and luqaimat.
LogmaJBR · On 1 list
Casual Emirati eatery serving comfort dishes like machboos and luqaimat.
Paper & CupShoreditch · On 1 list
A not-for-profit cafe on Calvert Avenue run by the Spitalfields Crypt Trust, employing people in recovery from addiction and homelessness.
Pilot Coffee RoastersLeslieville · On 1 list
A Leslieville roaster and cafe with strong wifi and outlet access, functioning as both a coffee bar and a working roastery.
Salam CafeAl Malqa · On 1 list
A calm, design-forward neighborhood cafe in Al Malqa with bright interiors, suited to slower coffee breaks and casual meetups.
TashasJumeirah · On 1 list
South African-founded cafe chain known for all-day brunch and baked goods.
Think CoffeeGreenwich Village · On 1 list
A Mercer Street coffee shop near NYU and Washington Square Park built around ethically sourced single-origin beans.
Café MelonPrenzlauer Berg · On 1 list
A family-run cafe on Greifswalder Straße open since 2014, serving Berlin-roasted coffee and homemade food in a stylishly furnished, art-filled space.
Café PamenarKensington Market · On 1 list
A coffee shop and community hangout on Augusta Avenue with a spacious back patio, popular for lingering away from the market's busier main strip.
Karama CafeKarama · On 1 list
A modest, long-running neighborhood coffee shop frequented by guests of nearby budget hotels for tea, coffee, and a relaxed sit-down space.
KC RoastersKhar · On 1 list
Small-batch coffee roaster and cafe tucked into the lanes of Chuim Village in Khar Danda, serving single-origin filter and espresso drinks in a quiet residential setting.
Kernel Coffee RoastersKadıköy · On 1 list
A barista-founded roastery in Suadiye run by competition-level brewers, with hands-on green bean sourcing behind its rotating single-origin offerings.
LogmaDubai · On 1 list
Casual Emirati eatery serving comfort dishes like machboos and luqaimat.
Nude EspressoShoreditch · On 1 list
A long-running specialty coffee shop on the Shoreditch/Spitalfields border that also trains baristas on weekends.
Partners CoffeeWilliamsburg · On 1 list
A small-batch Brooklyn roaster whose flagship North 6th Street cafe and roastery has operated since 2012.
Silo CoffeeFriedrichshain · On 1 list
A brunch and specialty coffee cafe on Gabriel-Max-Straße near Simon-Dach-Kiez, opened in 2013. Its coffee comes from Fjord, a roasting project it runs jointly with Mitte's Father Carpenter.
SOMA ChocolatemakerDistillery District · On 1 list
A bean-to-bar chocolate maker on Tank House Lane in the Distillery District, offering drinking chocolate and small-batch bars made on site.
The Butcher's WifeTiong Bahru · On 1 list
Gluten-free cafe and restaurant run by the team behind Tiong Bahru Bakery, serving chargrilled octopus and other Latin-leaning brunch and lunch plates.
Urban Daybreak CafeBangsar · On 1 list
All-day breakfast spot built around hearty brunch plates and strong coffee, with a cozy interior that stays busy through the morning.
Wooden CoffeeAl Malqa · On 1 list
The Al Malqa branch of a Saudi coffee chain with dozens of locations nationwide, offering classic espresso drinks and house-roasted beans in a minimal, quick-service room.
Zaruma Gold CoffeeBrooklyn · On 1 list
A DUMBO coffee shop specializing in single-origin Ecuadorian beans brewed on site, alongside packaged beans shipped nationwide.
Little Rogue CoffeeTiong Bahru · On 1 list
Casual, family-friendly coffee spot on Yong Siak Street with Balinese-inflected decor, popular for weekend coffee runs in the estate.
Naj & BelleBangsar · On 1 list
Neighbourhood cafe known for its rib-eye sandwich and watermelon cake, drawing a regular crowd for its brunch menu.
The Espresso LabDubai · On 1 list
Roastery and coffee bar in Dubai Design District run by award-winning UAE baristas, known for its precise single-origin brews.