Art studio
Artwork, including paintings made by artists with special needs, is displayed around the cafe and available to admire or buy.
Mawaheb Cafe
Al Quoz
Mawaheb Cafe is an inclusive art cafe and studio in Al Quoz, where you can admire artwork over coffee in a spacious setting that also suits quiet work. Board games and occasional events add reasons to stay longer.
Reputation Score
4.7
★★★★★
113 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Open layout
The airy two-level seating includes sofas and proper tables, so it works for both relaxing and laptop time.
Work friendly
A large work table and ample seating make the cafe useful for remote work and meetings.
Board games
Board games give families and groups an easy way to spend more time there beyond having coffee.
Calm setting
Several reviews describe the environment as quiet, peaceful and suitable for unwinding or solo time.
Affordable food
Reviews mention good-value food and coffee, including a particularly well-liked quiche.
Tips for a Better Visit
Check parking. If parking on the main road is full, drive around to the side; a back alley usually has more spaces.
Ask about heating. If you prefer hot food, ask before ordering or request that items be heated.
Check availability. For a Saturday afternoon visit, confirm that ordering service is available before settling in.
Bring the kids. Board games are a useful extra if you are visiting with children or friends.
Expect simplicity. Go mainly for the art-centre atmosphere and coffee, as one review found the food menu basic and limited.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Goshi Warehouse - No 13 22nd St
Al Qouz Ind.third - Al Quoz, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
Popular Mentions
Korean Chicken Bun
The Korean Chicken Bun is singled out as a standout from the newer menu.
Acai smoothie
The Acai smoothie was described as tasty.
hibiscus ice tea
The hibiscus ice tea is a recurring favourite mentioned by visitors.
Milk alternatives
The cafe’s milk alternatives were appreciated by one regular visitor.
Common Concerns
Variable service
One Saturday afternoon visitor found nobody available to take an order.
Limited menu
A review described the menu as basic and limited, despite praising the carrot cake and hibiscus tea.
Food temperature
Some food was intentionally served cold, and the customer had to request it hot.
Price concerns
One customer considered AED 25/30 expensive for a sandwich.
Coffee preference
One customer did not enjoy the taste of the coffee used in a flat white.
Customer-reported prices
These are customer-reported mentions, not a current price list. Prices may have changed.
AED 25/30
sandwich
“Given 2 stars for the overly priced food, you cannot expect to put a price tag of AED 25/30 on just a sandwich!”Google review · May 2024
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The Bottom Line
Mawaheb Cafe is an inclusive art cafe and studio in Al Quoz, with artwork on display and a spacious setting for coffee, quiet work or a slow catch-up. The appeal is the combination: you can sit among paintings, buy artwork or branded gifts, and still use it like a relaxed neighbourhood cafe. Reviews describe an airy two-level area with sofas, proper tables and a large work table, making laptops and meetings comfortable.
It is also family-friendly in a practical way: one parent said the kids enjoyed the board games. Events have been described as well organised, and the venue has hosted gatherings. Coffee gets plenty of praise, while named food and drink mentions include the Korean Chicken Bun, quiche, Acai smoothie and hibiscus ice tea.
Food feedback is less consistent. One visitor found the menu basic and limited; another received food intended to be cold but had to request it hot. A separate review called a sandwich priced at AED 25/30 overpriced, so check the menu and expectations before ordering.
Service also appears variable: a Saturday afternoon visitor found nobody available to take an order. If driving, try the side or back alley when the main road is full. Overall, it suits visitors who value the art-centre atmosphere and calm workspace as much as the cafe menu.