Coffee lovers across the UAE have plenty of reasons to celebrate International Coffee Day on October 1. Cafés and restaurants are marking the occasion with offers that range from complimentary cups and generous refills to creative coffee cocktails and speciality tastings.
Whether you prefer a classic Americano, a smooth cortado, a hand-brewed V60 or something more indulgent, there is an offer for different coffee preferences. Some deals are also a good excuse to meet a friend over a second cup or turn your regular coffee break into a longer experience.
Here are six International Coffee Day deals in the UAE to know about before October 1.
6 International Coffee Day Deals in the UAE
1. Stomping Grounds
If one cup of coffee is rarely enough, Stomping Grounds has two offers that could make your International Coffee Day visit worthwhile. The Australian-owned café is offering a second cup of the same coffee for free when you order a takeaway coffee.
Those dining in can instead enjoy bottomless filter coffee throughout the day. It gives coffee fans the chance to settle in and enjoy refills while spending time at the café.
Where: 98 12D St, Jumeirah 1, Jumeirah, Dubai
When: October 1
2. Bar Du Port
Bar Du Port is taking a different approach to International Coffee Day with a coffee cocktail menu at its harbour location. The special World Coffee Day menu features four cocktails made with Patrón XO Café, combining coffee flavours with a more spirited experience.
The selection includes the citrusy X.O Margarita, Midnight Tonic and The Double Agent. Prices start at AED 50, giving visitors several options to explore.
There is also a treasure-hunt element to the promotion. Guests ordering a cocktail in a Patrón paper cup can look for a bee sticker hidden inside. Finding a winning sticker unlocks a special surprise.
Where: Dubai Harbour Pier Club, Dubai Marina, Dubai
When: October 1 to 11
3. The Big Chill Café
The Big Chill Café at Dubai Hills Mall is keeping its International Coffee Day offer simple with a Buy One, Get One Free deal. The promotion applies across its coffee selection, making it easy to order a favourite drink and share the second cup.
The offer can work particularly well for friends, colleagues or couples looking to take a coffee break together. You can stick with your regular order or use the occasion to try a different coffee.
Where: Al Khail Road, Hadaeq Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid, Dubai
When: October 1
4. Vapiano
Vapiano is adding a complimentary coffee to its breakfast and dessert options for International Coffee Day. Guests dining in can receive a free coffee when they purchase any breakfast item or dolci.
The offer provides an easy way to combine food and coffee during a morning visit or dessert break. Vapiano is known for made-to-order Italian-inspired dishes, including pasta, pizza and salads, so the promotion adds a caffeine treat to the dining experience.
The offer is available across several Vapiano locations in the UAE, giving coffee fans more options to take advantage of it.
Where: Vapiano Marina Mall, Yas Mall, Abu Dhabi Mall, Bawadi Mall, Jimi Mall, Nakheel Mall, City Centre Al Zahia and City Centre Deira
When: Until October 1
5. La Petite Ani
For those who like their coffee with something sweet, La Petite Ani is offering a coffee-and-dessert pairing for International Coffee Day. Its Coffee Caramel Brownie combines chocolate layers with a rich coffee caramel filling.
The brownie can be paired with either a Cortado or Americano for a more traditional coffee experience. Both coffee options use single-origin 100% Arabica beans sourced from Ethiopia’s Guji region.
The combination gives visitors an opportunity to enjoy the flavours of coffee in both the drink and dessert, making it a fitting afternoon treat for coffee and chocolate lovers.
Where: Gate Avenue, Za’abeel Second, DIFC, Dubai
When: October 1
6. Kairos Coffee Assembly
Coffee enthusiasts who want to learn more about speciality coffee can head to Kairos Coffee Assembly for complimentary V60 pour-over tastings. The tasting is designed to let guests explore different beans and brewing profiles.
Head barista ‘Groove’ will prepare the coffees by hand using circular pours through a paper filter. The experience features three different coffees, each offering a distinct flavour profile.
The selection includes a naturally anaerobic-fermented Colombian coffee from Huila, an Ethiopian coffee from Guji Hambela and a sun-matured Kenyan coffee from Miiri. It is an opportunity to compare coffees from different origins through a carefully prepared brewing method.
Where: 4B St, Al Quoz Industrial First, Al Quoz, Dubai
When: October 1
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International Coffee Day Offers Across the UAE
The October 1 promotions cover a wide range of coffee experiences, from straightforward free-cup and BOGO offers to speciality brewing and coffee-based cocktails. Stomping Grounds is offering takeaway and bottomless filter coffee options, while The Big Chill Café is giving customers a second coffee for free.
Vapiano adds coffee to breakfast and dessert purchases, while La Petite Ani focuses on a coffee-and-brownie pairing. At Kairos Coffee Assembly, visitors can explore three speciality coffees through complimentary V60 tastings, while Bar Du Port brings coffee flavours into a cocktail menu.