We’re in the thick of summer and while the heat rages on, we’re always looking for indoor activities to do in Dubai.

Luckily, Dubai cafes have become a sanctuary for those looking to escape the sun’s intense glare. With hot coffee spots making perfectly curated summer menus, you can continue your weekly catch-ups and unwind with an iced-cold refresher. Below, GRAZIA brings you the best seasonal menus to indulge in at some of the most Instagrammable spots.

Koncrete

Take a quick pause from the heat with Koncrete’s ‘State of Summer’ menu. If you’re looking for relief from the heat, the cafe has unveiled its menu for the season. With a curated collection of refreshing drinks, you can catch up with your favourite girlfriends without having to worry about the heat ruining the vibe. The cafe’s summer essentials include tropical flavours that hit the spot – including coconut, lemon, citrus and more. Whether you’re looking for a spot to chat or simply need a morning cool down, this spot has to be on your list.

knot bakehouse

One of the most iconic coffee spots in Dubai, Knot Bakehouse, has released a drink that’s a special ode to the season. Inspired by the flame trees that stand as a symbol of summer in Dubai every year, appearing from late May to July.  With a refreshing tropical mix of pineapple, mango, coconut water and berries. The vibrant drink comes in the colour palette of Dubai’s iconic flame trees, with hues of yellow, orange and red.

The Grey and honestry

A summer ritual worth repeating – The Grey has partnered with Honestry for a special menu this season. The collab provides a much-needed pick-me-up for those in low moods courtesy of the Dubai heat. Featuring a duo of essential sweet treats, the Mcenero and Rochero Softie. Keeping the base simple, with Mcenero coming in vanilla and the Rochero softie coming in chocolate. With hazelnut praline, florentine, magic shell and noero powder. Providing a gentle, soft, cool treat for those looking for a routine grab-and-go sweet treat to beat the heat.

Julith

Made specially for the summer season, Julith has unveiled a carefully curated collection of cool refreshers. With tropical iced beverages that provide ease from the heat and beat the humidity. Featuring exotic, refreshing flavours from bright florals, citrus berries and more. The drinks vary from a touch of spice to delicate sweetness, with soothing elements from natural ingredients. The cafe offers a quick refresher, as well as an aesthetic photo op for your perfectly curated Instagram feed.

Toby’s Estate

There’s nothing that makes a summer statement like an aesthetic photo op of an iced cold lemonade on your Instagram feed. A refreshing touch to our everyday routine may be our latest summer essential, with the perfect combination of lemon and mint. If you’re looking to cool down with a drink specially crafted for the heat, this is for you

Saddle

In honour of the Flame Tree Season, marking summer on our yearly calendars, Saddle cafe has crafted an exclusive drink for the season. Available until the end of summer, the Cascara and Pineapple drink adds a cool refresher from the heat. With a unique combination of pineapples, saffron and cascara. The flavour of the Flame Tree Season is now blooming at Saddle, with a colourful palette of yellow, red and orange – the iconic hues that resonate with the season.

avantchatea

If there’s one thing we know, when it comes to the tasteful palettes of the summer, mango comes high on the list. Here just for the summer, Avantchatea has unveiled the Mango Matcha Latte. In Dubai, catching up with your girlfriends over some iced cold matcha is a beloved activity. Now, it comes with the addition of the sweet taste of mango. If you’re looking for a drink that’s the epitome of summer, this address is a must-visit.