Fashion and coffee –two of our favorite things–had seemingly nothing in common. That was until luxury brands decided to tap into the culinary business, presenting a new concept: fashion cafes. An extension of their luxury offering, fashion cafes bring chic interiors, bespoke beverages, and decadent desserts and meals all under one roof. Picture yourself savoring delectable treats amidst plush surroundings adorned with iconic motifs, where each moment is a photo op waiting to happen. From Dubai and Doha to Riyadh and Kuwait, discover the best fashion cafes in the Middle East below.
ARMANI CAFFÈ
Fashion Avenue, Dubai Mall
Place Vendôme, Doha
Adding a touch of Italian elegance to the Middle East, Armani Caffè, the latest culinary gem from iconic fashion maestro Giorgio Armani, swung its doors open in two iconic Middle Eastern malls: the Dubai Mall in Dubai and the Place Vendôme Mall in Doha. The chic fashion cafe captures the essence of Italian pavement cafe culture with a contemporary twist. The inviting open-plan layout, adorned with softly muted blues and greens accentuated by classic Armani motifs, sets the stage for a sophisticated and welcoming experience. The meticulously curated menu boasts a range of delights, from morning indulgences of coffee and pastries to savory lunch classics and indulgent dinner options. Signature desserts, innovative mocktails, and specialty Armani coffees make the Armani Caffè a bucket list-worthy destination for those living and visiting Dubai or Doha.
FENDI CAFE
Hamad International Airport, Doha
The Avenues Mall, Kuwait City
The Middle Eastern cities of Doha and Kuwait are also home to another Italian fashion cafe – the Fendi Café. Previously nestled only within the Hamad International Airport in Doha, the Fendi Café recently opened its second franchise in Kuwait City.
Nestled adjacent to the brand’s boutique at Prestige, The Avenues Mall in Kuwait City, the newly unveiled Fendi Café reflects the brand’s timeless Roman heritage in a contemporary setting. Crafted by Fenid’s architecture department, the Kuwait City branch boasts a Roman setting with three majestic arches of gold metal sitting inside. Shelves adorned within these arches proudly showcase the exquisite Fendi ‘Art de la Table’ Collection. At the same time, luminous mirrored champagne metal walls and bespoke bar counters add a touch of modern sophistication.
Guests can indulge in a sensory journey amidst Fendi Casa stools and verdant foliage, either within the café’s chic interiors or on the panoramic balcony overlooking the bustling mall below. With a menu offering an array of Italian-inspired delights, from coffee to sweet and savory treats, the Fendi Café invites patrons to savor a taste of luxury.
PANGAIA CAFE, DUBAI
Bloomingdale’s, Dubai Mall
Eco-friendly label Pangaia has found itself a new home inside Bloomingdale’s. Not only is the material science company housing its sustainable product offering within the department store, but it has also imagined a remarkable experience for Bloomingdale’s shoppers: the Pangaia Café.
Drenched in soft pink, the sophisticated ambiance integrates the brand’s ethos within the Bloomingdale’s shopping environment. With its effortlessly stylish aesthetic and eco-conscious initiatives, Pangaia Café redefines the boundaries of sustainable fashion, inviting guests to indulge in a collection that embodies the perfect synergy of style, innovation, and sustainability. J
RALPH’S COFFEE
Mall of the Emirates, Dubai
King Abdullah Financial District, Riyadh
One of the latest fashion cafes to land on the Middle Eastern shores, Ralph’s Coffee, recently made its debut in both Dubai and Riyadh. Imagined by the iconic American designer Ralph Lauren, Ralph’s Coffee brings the quintessential New York elegance to the Middle East. While the Dubai cafe is located next to the Polo Ralph Lauren store in the Mall of the Emirates, Ralph’s Coffee has brought its iconic truck to the King Abdullah Financial District in Riyadh. The popular fashion cafe flaunts sophisticated interiors painted in the brand’s iconic green shade. Visitors can relish delicious desserts and bites that go perfectly well with the famous Ralph’s coffee.
TIFFANY & CO. BLUE BOX CAFÉ
Dubai Mall
Breakfast at Tiffany’s is now actually a thing, thanks to the Tiffany & Co. Blue Box Café in Dubai Mall. Located inside the Tiffany & Co. flagship store in Dubai Mall, the Blue Box Café allows visitors to relish chic Tiffany & Co.-branded croissants, coffees, and more.
Drenched in the iconic ‘Tiffany Blue’ hue, the Blue Box Café draws inspiration from the famed Tiffany & Co. Fifth Avenue store in New York. Inside the opulent cafe, guests can indulge in a decadent menu, which puts a French twist on New York classics. The fashion cafe offers three dining experiences: Breakfast at Tiffany’s, Afternoon Tea at Tiffany’s, and sumptuous à la carte all-day dining. Food and beverages are served on Tiffany ‘T True’ tableware, elevating the dining experience to a whole new level of luxury.
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