Coffee shops in Riyadh
Riyadh runs on caffeine like everywhere else, but the good cups are not always the obvious ones. 12 coffee shops on the local map — here are the named, rated spots. Pair two or three of these and you have a full day sorted in Riyadh.
Coffee shops in Riyadh
Every cafe below is a real, named listing — no anonymous pins. Sorted by review count so the local favorites land first.
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Getting good coffee in Riyadh
- The highest-rated independent shops in Riyadh tend to roast their own beans or buy from a named local roaster — ask the barista what is on the grinder.
- Morning rush is real everywhere. If you are working from a cafe in Riyadh, the sweet spot is usually 9:30 to 11:30, after the commuter wave.
- Ratings below 4.0 with hundreds of reviews usually mean inconsistent drinks, not bad ones — worth a try if it is on your route.
About Riyadh
Riyadh, Riyadh, SA (coordinates 24.68, 46.69, Dayfari covers about 40 km around the centre).
Everything listed for Riyadh is a real Google Places venue with ratings and review counts. Dayfari never invents a venue and never sells placement.
Common questions
Where do these Riyadh coffee listings come from?
Google Places listings for Riyadh, with ratings, review counts and addresses. Dayfari does not sell placements — the order below follows review counts, not advertisers.
How current is this Riyadh coffee guide?
Dayfari re-pulls listings regularly, but cafes open, close and change hands fast. If a shop matters to your plans, check its hours before you go.
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