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the cafe where something's always brewing

it started with a very quiet year

escape began during the pandemic, when mohammed ali patel saw how far people had drifted apart and bet that coffee could bring them back into the same room. after three years of planning, we opened on al heera beach in sharjah, close to the ajman border. since then, other people’s ideas have moved in: workshops, open mics, markets, exhibitions. here’s what that looks like so far.

what the room has held so far

a few things we like keeping count of.

small businesses supported at sunday markets
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workshops hosted
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open mic performances
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a hand-painted "embroizay pop up" sign above embroidered bookmarks and badges
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a spinning rack of crochet keychains and little knitted chicks
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a table scattered with handmade stickers beside a framed shop sign
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clay cloud bookmarks clipped onto a stack of books
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a wire rack of crystal pendants above zodiac cards
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crystals, small plants and zodiac cards laid out across a table
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earrings on a stand with cute cards and stationery
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a box of homemade mango and pistachio dessert cups
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a clothing rail of knitwear beside a dressed mannequin
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stacks of secondhand books on a table
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rows of embellished khussa slippers
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the order of insane stall, a black-draped table in the café
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a sketchbook, pens and painted tiles on a red tablecloth
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a jewellery stand of necklaces and rings on a wooden table
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kind words from our regulars

  • The place is so nice staff friendly, bohemian vibes worth to visit it’s bright, modern café with a relaxing vibe. Minimalist coffee spot with cozy outdoor seating. Clean, stylish café perfect for a peaceful coffee break. Charming neighborhood café with a fresh, welcoming atmosphere. Contemporary café offering a calm and inviting ambiance.

    Taha Alkhargi

    4 months ago · google review

    Food: 5/5 · Service: 5/5 · Atmosphere: 5/5

  • Absolutely loved this breakfast spot! The food was amazing, and I really liked that you can customize your eggs exactly how you want them. Chef Alvin’s cooking skills are fantastic. Everything was cooked perfectly and the breakfast was so delicious. Great flavors, great atmosphere, and definitely a place I’d come back to!

    UmmButhayna Prive

    3 months ago · google review

    Food: 5/5 · Service: 5/5 · Atmosphere: 5/5

  • The ambiance and overall vibe of this café are excellent. With the beach nearby, it offers a calm, cozy, and refreshing atmosphere. Perfect for relaxing or catching up with friends. A great spot to unwind and enjoy peaceful surroundings.

    Highly recommended!

    Syed Azhazr

    7 months ago · google review

    Food: 5/5 · Service: 5/5 · Atmosphere: 5/5

your seat is waiting

al heera beach, sharjah, close to the ajman border. come alone or bring someone. there’s a seat for you.

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