The Arabian Tea House Café recreates the traditions of Emirati life. This is where one can visualize early life for Emiratis. The cafe is an oasis of calm for both tourists and residents of Dubai.  Visit the cafe for a welcome break from work and meeting with friends.

Directions to Arabian Tea House

One of the best ways to visit the Arabian Tea House is by water taxi or Abra. Take the water taxi from Baniyas Street Deira for a cool 10 – 15 minute fun boat ride. The cost per person is about 1.5 USD or 6 AED. Reach the Ghubaiba station and walk for about five minutes to reach the cafe.

The cafe is located in Bastakiya near Bur Dubai. It is located in a preserved wind tower house actually used hundreds of years ago by locals. Just stepping into the café takes you back to the past, a time which was more relaxed and informal. It is an ideal opportunity to see the original culture of UAE. Despite rapid development around Bastakiya, the Arabian Tea House has remained true to it’s style and offers a window into early Emirati life.

Things to do

The cafe offers traditional Emirati cuisine as well as contemporary fare like Falafel, Shish Tawook and the post meal favorite, flavored shisha. Special attention is given to organic food. One must have item is Lggeimat which is Emirati sweet fritters.

The core concept of Arabian Tea House Café revolves around rich culture of Arab hospitality.  Check out old sikkas and pathways within the house. Experience the courtyards of old houses with preserved pictures of older generations. Relax in the aroma of traditional meals.

Forget crowded malls. This is the ideal family hangout.  A rich blend of traditional Arab heritage which makes it worth visiting.