Unique café hopping is a sport you can major in.

Let’s be FR, everyone has a teeny caffeine fix obsession, whether you’re in your final year of college or a full-on corporate girlie making ends meet. Everyone, and we mean *everyone*, loves a good cup of coffee.

But aside from the sweet and creamy coffee you’re sipping, the experience matters too. Whether it’s having gameboard activities, and of course, the aesthetics of the café, here are 10 unique cafés in the UAE you need to check out.

Machia Velli

WDYM there’s a floating café? Yes, a floating café in the mangroves of Ajman exists. Machia Velli, though closed for the time being *cries*, is almost booked all year-round for this unique café experience. From having your very own spot in the middle of the lake, or catching up with your bestie over a floating cinema, Machia Velli is for the girlies that loveeee a taste of something different.

El&N

EL&N is the literal definition of a dopamine kick. This café is covered in pink hues – which btw, is known to enhance your zen – and flower arrangements at every nook and cranny. Only for the girlies who love a dose of pink and the cutest Instagrammable coffee and summer drinks, EL&N is open at the Dubai Festival City, Dubai Hills Mall and DIFC. Time to run.

Lulu & the Beanstalk

The vintage vibes are strong in this one. Founded by sisters and filmmakers, Wafa Tajdin and Amirah Tajdin, Lulu & the Beanstalk is all about embracing the vibes. This all-in-one bar, café and bookstore has all the experiences you need in Dubai.

Sketch Art Café

Here’s a cute café you need to check out! If you love art or have an art-girlie side to you, this café combines your love of coffee and creativity in one. So, get a cup of coffee for Dhs15 and you get a full set of watercolours for free!

Flat12

We see you Formula 1 girlies…

What happens when you make a space for coffee and petrolheads? Flat12 happens. This café happens to sit in a large car garage where you can chill with a complete set of drinks and an awesome dining menu – plus you get to take pics with the vintage cars.

Love Vibe Café

If it’s Instagrammable, it’s the place you need to be. Love Vibe Café is the epitome of girlie pop and aesthetic. From summery whisk drinks to freshly brewed latté, and the *cutest* menu and backdrops to take pictures of, Love Vibe Cafe should be on your next-visit list.

FYI, for the vegan girls, they have a plant-based menu too ✨.

Boomah Café

Are you taking a trip to AUH? You need to check out the first-ever owl café in town. Open daily from 2 PM onwards, Boomah is all about representing the Middle Eastern community by spreading cultural love and hospitality. And what better way to do that than with a unique owl café?

La Nena

An interior decor store and a café in one, La Nena, located at Al Quoz Dubai, has a different take on buying homeware. You get to relax in the most pleasant ambience while sipping on a fresh cup of Cappucino. And even better – they’re dog-friendly.

Cat Café Vibrissae

Calling the ATTN of cat lovers, Cat Café Vibrissae is open for you and the fur babies. If you’re looking for a safe space to unwind with some furry friends and a fresh cup of dewy coffee, you can do so here.

Mangaya

The first-ever Manga café is here! If you love anime, figurines, cosplay, manga, or all of the above, Mangaya is open for you. You get to read their wide selections of popular manga while enjoying the assorted snacks and drinks.

If you’re more into scenic spots, here’s a list of garden cafés to check out.