The Coolest Under-The-Radar Cafe Pop-Ups in Abu Dhabi This Winter

What Will You Be Eating And Drinking? 

Get ready for plenty of snacks - perfect for a catch up with your friends or to keep you fuelled up for plenty of horse-watching! Delicious baked goods, fresh coffee and tea, matcha, cold drinks and desserts.

Look out for pop-ups from: 

• Brooki Bakehouse - the viral sensation is serving up the best cookies in the city from a fresh new location (yes, we said it). 
• KNOT - sweet treats, and a great selection of iced drinks alongside their coffees. Try the iced Cloud Coconut Matcha for something different!
• Break by Mara - looking for something a little more filling? Pair your coffee with a more substantial meal to go!
• Matcha Moments - coffee, pastries and of course - matcha!
• Sadou Tea - get your karak or tea fix here!

Inside (with views of the equestrian arena) you’ll also find a Home Bakery pop-up and BKRY as well, doling out coffee and yet more baked goods.

What Else Is At The Arcades This Winter? 

Marie Claire Arabia has teamed up with several brands to bring you a skin care pop-up and riding accessories, and you can also snap up some cool merch at The Dukkan Edition stall - including hoodies, tote bags and hats - to remember your visit.

Snap a picture with your besties in the photo-booth too, for a cute (and free) memento.

How Long Is The Arcades Pop-Up Open? 

Check with individual brands if you’re going for a specific pop-up, but the food activations (like Brooki) will be there from January 6th - February 6th 2026. 

The 5th UAE President Cup Showjumping is on now, and look out for other exciting events during the month.

How Do I Find It? And Where Do I Park? 

Parking is super easy - you can valet, but there is plenty of free parking if you pop ‘Abu Dhabi Equestrian Club’ into your maps app - you can see The Arcades there too. Otherwise, when you arrive ask any of the friendly staff to point you in the right direction.