The cafe culture in Qatar has been picking up its pace with new variations, ambiances, and activities have now become the norm. Where we’ve always been a fan of unique cafe concepts, recent features that have triggered our interest now include cafes that have various activities in-house. From good old coffee houses, we now have something more to look forward to!

Artist Cafe

True to its name, Artist Cafe is a haven for every art lover or anyone who wants to give their artistic side the front seat. Along with an extensive menu, Artist Cafe has various promotions where they give away free canvases with food and drinks. The cafe itself is an embodiment of art with canvases decorating the entire space and you will often find private art classes being conducted here as well. 

Activities: Art workshops announced on Instagram handle (charges vary)
Contact: +974 6690 6770
Location: Near Marina drive, Qanat Quartier, The Pearl Qatar

For further information visit their Instagram 

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Anime Cafe

Another favorite cafe at the Pearl would be the Anime cafe. The name itself tells you the story behind this place but we absolutely love how you have the option to lounge here, you can use the TV and choose from a variety of anime movies! If you’re lucky and follow their social media pages regularly, you’ll know that they also host anime art sessions!

Activties: Occasional Anime art sessions (starting from QAR 240)
Contact: +974 6631 1066
Location: Marina Way Two, Parcel 1, Porto Arabia Drive The Pearl Qatar

For further information visit their Instagram 

Cafe Social

With the motto of ‘meet, eat, mingle’, Cafe Social stays loyal to its name as it gives you the space to socialize over various activities including playing cards and Jakaro. Their exclusive kid's area also hosts kid-friendly games so even parents can catch a quick break here! If you’re into sports, keep checking their social media channels to see if they’re hosting screenings of the games! 

Activities: Jakaro, blocks for kids, and board games, cards
Contact: +974 6672 9694
Location: Tawar Mall

For further information visit their Instagram

TabiBoba

Authentic Boba tea from Taiwan with a culture that complements the entire theme, you will find yourself spoiled by choices at TabiBoba. Sip from any one of the 20+ boba flavors or 50+ beverages available at the restaurant as you challenge yourself with the various activities here. You can play over 2000+ retro games here like the classic street fighter or book a karaoke session here with your friends, TabiBoba is the place to be. 

Activities: Darts QR 5/ person
Free arcade games
Free karaoke (everyone must order a drink) or buy 4 large drinks and use the karaoke machine for 1 hour. 
Contact::+974 3354 0665
Location: Bin Mahmoud Street, Fereej Bin Mahmoud , Abu Hamour 

For further information visit their Instagram

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The Guilds

Earning a rightful spot on our list, The Guilds have been the talk of the town with their newly launched fluid art workshops. Get together a group of friends and let those worries slide on a canvas as you slash and experiment! 

Activities: Fluid art workshops QR 150 (coffee included) 
Contact: +974 6683 7644 
Location: Al Najd Botique Hotel, 2nd floor

For further information visit their Instagram

Kings coffee shop

You will find yourself skimming through the variety of options Kings Coffee Shop offers. From Cupping sessions or coffee brewing workshops, you will always be delighted with their little sessions. Sip on the specialty coffee as you book yourself an acoustic jam session and you can thank us later for helping you find your little community! As long as you've got a drink with you, you have complete access to their activities. 

Activities: Books, board games, Karaoke (free)
Cupping sessions (free and only for a group of 5-6 people) 
Seasonal/Occasional interactive game (mandatory to order something) 
Contact: +974 5568 2570
Location: Al Rawabi St, Al Muntazah

For further information visit their Instagram

Have you visited any of the cafes? Tell us about your experience in the comments below!

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