Seven Desert Cafes Reopen Across Dubai as Cooler Weather Arrives

As temperatures drop across the emirate, several desert cafes are reopening for the cooler season, offering visitors a blend of dining, entertainment and outdoor activities. These establishments, located in various desert settings around Dubai, provide experiences that go beyond the typical café visit, with options such as camel rides, dune buggies, archery and live shows.

Cafes in the Al Marmoom Area

Hidden Cafe is situated in Al Marmoom, surrounded by large golden dunes that create a scenic backdrop for photography. The venue serves food and beverages, and offers camel rides, dune buggies and occasional evening shows. Guests are allowed to bring their pets. Operating hours are Sunday to Thursday from 4pm to 1am, and Friday to Sunday from 4pm to 2am. Contact: @hidden_dubai on Instagram.

The Uncommon, described as a seasonal desert-bound café, is set to return this winter. It features all-mirrored exteriors that reflect the golden sun against the dunes. The venue is located in Al Marmoom, Dubai, despite a prior mention of Abu Dhabi in promotional material. Opening hours are to be confirmed. Contact: @theuncommon.ae.

Sadeem is another café in Al Marmoom that has received approval from Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum for two consecutive years. The café is decorated in blue with glittering exteriors and offers shows featuring trained horses and fire performances. Opening hours are to be confirmed. Contact: @sadeemdubai.

Cafes in Other Dubai Locations

One Degree Cafe is located within Mushrif National Park. It features aesthetic setups framed by palm trees and dunes, making it a popular spot for photography. The café is open daily from 5pm to 12am. Contact: @onedegree.ae.

8th Cafe in Margham is offering Halloween-themed decor this season. The café is built around coffee, cars and community, and includes play areas, archery, a shooting range and a boutique floral kiosk. Hours are Monday to Thursday from 3pm to 12am, and Friday to Sunday from 3pm to 2am. Contact: @8th.cafe.

Limited overlooks Al Qudra lake and offers views of pink flamingos. The café is described as a serene getaway from the city. Opening hours are to be confirmed. Contact: @limited.dubai.

A Sharjah Desert Cafe

Not a Space is located in Sharjah’s Al Faya desert, approximately an hour’s drive from Dubai. The café features artsy corners, beanbags, picnic tables and plastic chairs spread across the sand. Its setting is against the rugged Al Faya Mountain range, rather than the typical golden dunes. Opening hours are to be confirmed. Contact: @notaspace.

Further reopening dates for several of these cafés will be announced as they become available.