International Coffee Day Special
It’s hard to find someone who doesn’t enjoy coffee. Whether on campus, at home, in a fancy restaurant, or the cozy corner of a café, coffee often becomes a beloved companion, offering moments of refreshment or solitude. A sip of coffee, paired with a favorite novel or poem, can awaken the spirit within.
The debate between tea and coffee continues in Bangladesh, but coffee remains one of the most popular drinks worldwide.
However, in Bangladesh, many cafes have sprung up in every corner, offering various coffee options. So why should the coastal city of Cox’s Bazar be left behind? The captivating aroma of coffee has now reached the shores of the sea.
Today, October 1 marks International Coffee Day, celebrated officially since 2015.
In honor of this day, here are the top 5 coffee shops in Cox’s Bazar:
Mermaid Coffee
The well-known Mermaid Eco-Tourism Limited has five coffee shops in Cox’s Bazar, all offering high-quality coffee. Experienced baristas prepare the coffee using enriched beans.
The locations include Mermaid Café Chill and Grill at Sugandha Point by the beach, Mermaid Café Marine Drive in the Himchari block, Mermaid Beach Resort at Pechar Dwip, and Mermaid Eco Resort 2 km away by the Rezu Khal.
Salt-Sugar
Located on Kolatoli Road, this quiet spot houses two coffee shops: Sugar Boulangerie & Patisserie and Bistro & Cafe. Although both shops are owned by the same proprietor, they offer distinct tastes and coffee experiences. These shops are quite popular among foreigners, tourists, and local coffee lovers.
Allegro Art Café & Gallery
A lesser-known but famous coffee shop in Cox’s Bazar, Allegro Art Café & Gallery is in a quiet location. This shop offers quality coffee and a variety of art. It is mainly known among expats living in Cox’s Bazar. You’ll find it opposite the Long Beach Hotel on Kolatoli Road.
Sweetopia Café & Eatery
Before entering Laboni Point on Cox’s Bazar beach, you’ll spot Sweetopia Café & Eatery. Though it’s a new shop in town, it has already gained an excellent reputation. The café’s exterior design is picture-perfect.
8 Days a Week
This shop is located at Motel Laboni in front of Laboni Point Beach and offers great coffee and excellent service. It’s a popular spot where people spend hours chatting over coffee.
Moreover, a branch of Bangladesh’s well-known coffee brand, North End, is at Ukhiya Station, outside Cox’s Bazar town. Other notable spots include Move On Café at Hotel Swarnil Sindur near Laboni Point, La Lusa at Baharchhara, and Arabian Café at Hotel Ramada in Kolatoli.
By: Abdu Rashid Manik
Photo: Abdu Rashid Manik and Courtesy
The article was originally published on October 1, 2024, by the same author.
