Saudi coffee shops are reshaping London’s café scene. These aren’t just places to sip - they’re stylish social hubs bringing Gulf energy to the city’s most caffeinated corners.

Costa Pappas

Jul 04, 2025

London’s Hottest New Cafés Have a Saudi Accent

London is getting a royal refresh from the Kingdom. A wave of Saudi-owned destinations are reshaping where people go to eat, linger, and be seen - spaces where sleek interiors, rose-scented pastries, and playlists that bounce between Khaleeji pop and UK grime set the tone. These aren’t spin-offs of traditional Arab restaurants - they’re full-on expressions of modern Gulf identity, where design, flavour, and mood all move in sync.

Think saffron lattes served in sculptural mugs, perfume counters tucked beside dessert displays, and staff who know your name and your angles. In a city full of copy-paste chains and quiet laptop cafés, these Saudi spots offer something far more social. Here’s your guide to where Londoners are showing up, dressing up, and staying long after the last bite.

1/2 Million – Baker Street

Founded in 2018, the homegrown coffee chain blends warmth and minimalism. The brand started from the idea of celebrating tradition with a modern touch. Think of it as the Apple Store of Saudi cafés, efficient but friendly and luxurious.

Hijazi Corner - Old Marylebone Rd.

Europe's first Saudi restaurant serves up Mandi, Mutabbaq, and Masoob with a side of heat, comfort, and sweet nostalgia.

Somewhere Cafe - Harrods

With locations across Saudi Arabia and the UAE, Somewhere’s first UK outpost brings a Saudi-rooted, travel-shaped menu to London - pairing Wagyu bao, kunafa shrimp, and kale tabbouleh with interiors that feel like a soft escape. Even the desserts drift far from the familiar: think French coffee baklava and a Cerelac-laced Um Ali.

Qahwah London

While not a typical coffee shop, this mobile experience delivers Saudi-infused luxury through freshly brewed Qahwah, intricate baklava, and showstopping setups. It stands as the UK’s first dedicated luxury Qahwah station.

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