Specialty Coffee Roaster
The Espresso Lab
In Brief
The Espresso Lab is a Dubai-born specialty coffee company founded in 2015 by Emirati entrepreneur Ibrahim Al Mallouhi.
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About The Espresso Lab
The Espresso Lab is a Dubai-born specialty coffee company founded in 2015 by Emirati entrepreneur Ibrahim Al Mallouhi. Operating as a hybrid café-roastery with a dedicated production facility in Al Quoz and multiple locations across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, it is known for precision-roasted single-origin microlots and competition success. The brand has won multiple UAE National Barista, Brewers Cup and Roasting titles, sources premium lots from top global producers, and is developing its own farm in Panama (Finca Rasha). With a minimalist, craft-focused approach, The Espresso Lab has become a reference point for high-end specialty coffee in the UAE.
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Roastery Details
Coffee Sourcing & Philosophy
Focuses on single-origin and ultra-premium microlots sourced from top farms and auctions worldwide. Builds direct producer relationships, prioritises traceability and quality. Owns Finca Rasha in Chiriquí, Panama (first harvest expected 2029). Emphasises precision roasting and brewing to unlock the purest flavour spectrum.
Sustainability Highlights
Direct producer relationships, own farm project (Finca Rasha) for greater control and learning at origin, ethical sourcing of specialty microlots.
Awards & Recognition
UAE National Barista Championship (2016, 2017, 2018, 2025); UAE National Brewers Cup (2016, 2017, 2021, 2023, 2026); UAE National Roasting Championship 2026. Multiple national titles representing UAE internationally.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Espresso Lab is a Dubai-born specialty coffee company founded in 2015 by Emirati entrepreneur Ibrahim Al Mallouhi. Operating as a hybrid café-roastery with a dedicated production facility in Al Quoz and multiple locations across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, it is known for precision-roasted single-origin microlots and competition success.
The Espresso Lab is located at Unit 8، Building 7 - Ground Floor - Zaa'beel Second - Dubai Design District in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is part of the specialty coffee community in Dubai, curated and verified by Coffee Insurrection.
The Espresso Lab is currently open on the following schedule: Monday: 07:00–23:00; Tuesday: 07:00–23:00; Wednesday: 07:00–23:00; Thursday: 07:00–23:00; Friday: 07:00–00:00; Saturday: 07:00–00:00; Sunday: 07:00–00:00. Hours may vary on public holidays — please verify via the official website or contact the shop directly for the most up-to-date information.
Yes, The Espresso Lab operates an online shop where you can purchase specialty coffee beans and related products. Orders are available for home delivery.
The Espresso Lab is a specialty coffee roastery and café in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Espresso Lab, specialising in Espresso, V60, Cold Brew, is curated and verified by the Coffee Insurrection editorial team. Part of the specialty coffee community in Dubai.
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