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Are you tired of the distractions that come with working from home? Do you find yourself daydreaming in the same ol’ office every day? If so, it might be time to switch up your work environment. 

While working remotely is convenient, it can be challenging to find the right atmosphere that encourages focus and productivity. Worry not, that’s where coffee shops come in serving as the new-age offices that offer the perfect balance of delicious coffee, cozy ambiance, and creative vibe. 

Lucky for us, Bahrain has no shortage of great options to choose from with the thriving coffee shop culture that’s advantageous for coffee lovers and entrepreneurs alike. Now finding the right coffee shop to work in is a gamechanger, so there are a couple of boxes a place has to tick for us to consider a sensible choice, and trust, all of these were tested and tried by yours truly! 

Without further ado, here are some of the best coffee shops in Bahrain for entrepreneurs to work from:

Tim Hortons: Cozy and inviting atmosphere with such an efficient service. Their variety of beverages and sandwiches are simply too yummy to pass up on! They have decent wireless internet which requires frequent login and sometimes it lags, otherwise, mostly quiet and convenient to get your work done peacefully.

  • Location: Zinj – Galleria Mall 
  • WiFi: Yes
  • Group Tables: Yes
  • Good Hiding Spots For Focused Work: Few
  • Price (Sandwich, Coffee, & Water): BD 2-5
  • Power Outlets: Yes
  • Hours: 7:00 am – 12:00 am

Rumi: Quiet ambiance with mystical music and a dancing mural of Rumi on a wall, the coffee shop is too charming and will invigorate your creativity! They have free working WiFi, comforting seatings and high tables, not to mention a friendly staff and delicious hot chocolate to sip on during cold or hot days. 

  • Location: AlLiwan – Hamala 
  • WiFi: Yes
  • Group Tables: Yes
  • Good Hiding Spots For Focused Work: None
  • Price (Sandwich, Coffee, & Water): BD 2-5
  • Power Outlets: Yes
  • Hours: 8:00 am – 11:00 pm 

Higher Grounds: A staple favorite spot for entrepreneurs and anyone looking for a quiet place, this coffee shop’s roomy space and rustic look makes for a productive workspace. They have free internet, loads of card and board games to break the ice and rejuvenate in between work, and of course, delicious food and beverages!  

  • Location: Tubli 
  • WiFi: Yes
  • Group Tables: Yes
  • Good Hiding Spots For Focused Work: None
  • Price (Sandwich, Coffee, & Water): BD 3-7
  • Power Outlets: Yes
  • Hours: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm 

Roast: Besides offering their famous specialty brewed coffee, the atmosphere is modern and inviting with an outdoor and indoor area with plenty of natural light and comfortable seating options. They also have stable free wifi and power outlets by every table, what else could you want? 

  • Location: Busaiteen 
  • WiFi: Yes
  • Group Tables: Yes
  • Good Hiding Spots For Focused Work: None
  • Price (Sandwich, Coffee, & Water): BD 3-6
  • Power Outlets: Yes
  • Hours: 6:30 am – 11:00 pm

Jasmi’s Coffee: Yes, it’s finally here! Jasmi’s coffee shop is a two-story place that offers a variety of high-quality coffee blends, as well as delicious pastries and light bites, in a warm and inviting atmosphere. They also have an outdoor balcony section for more privacy, and free stable wifi! 

  • Location: Madinat Zayed 
  • WiFi: Yes
  • Group Tables: Yes
  • Good Hiding Spots For Focused Work: None
  • Price (Sandwich, Coffee, & Water): BD 2-5
  • Power Outlets: Yes
  • Hours: 10:00 am – 12:00 am 

Mukani by Kuwbah: Located in the heart of the financial harbor in Bahrain, Mukani has the most beautiful and calming seaside view! They have a secluded area for you to work from with a small  but private meeting room, sometimes the internet gets laggy but nothing that keeps you from getting the job done.

  • Location: Bahrain FinTech Bay  
  • WiFi: Yes
  • Group Tables: Yes
  • Good Hiding Spots For Focused Work: Yes
  • Price (Sandwich, Coffee, & Water): BD 3-7
  • Power Outlets: Yes
  • Hours: 8:00 am – 11:00 pm 

Don’t let the distractions at home or the mundane office space bring your productivity down, just swipe your laptop and head over to one of these coffee shops for the right vibe to get your work done only for a couple of dinars. These are just some of our top picks and we’re still looking for more places to share with you. In the meantime, we’d love to hear about your favorite spots! Get in touch with us on Instagram and LinkedIn, we’d love to hear from you.