Waves Cafe Ras Al Khaimah: An All-Day Cafe Guide at Anantara Mina Al Arab

Located inside Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort, Waves Café is a relaxed spot for speciality coffee, cold-brew tea, freshly prepared light bites and artisanal gelato. Its casual setting and waterfront surroundings make it an easy place to stop for an afternoon coffee, a light meal or something sweet while spending time at the resort.

From single-origin coffees sourced from around the world to made-to-order sandwiches, bowls and shakes, Waves Café offers a lighter alternative to the resort’s full-service restaurants.

Waves Café at a Glance

• Venue: Casual café and gourmet deli

• Resort: Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort

• Location: Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah

• Menu: Single-origin coffee, cold-brew tea, sandwiches, bowls, soups, shakes, pastries and gelato

• Best for: Coffee, light bites, afternoon treats and casual dining

• Opening hours: Friday and Saturday, 2 PM–10 PM

• Highlights: Artisanal gelato, freshly baked pastries and made-to-order dishes

If you are exploring more coffee spots around the emirate, browse our cafes in Ras Al Khaimah guide.

Coffee and Drinks at Waves Café

Coffee is one of the main reasons to visit Waves Café. The drinks selection includes single-origin coffees sourced from around the world, alongside cold-brew teas served throughout the day.

Rather than functioning as a traditional hotel lobby café, Waves focuses on speciality drinks paired with freshly prepared food, making it a convenient option for a quick stop or a longer afternoon break.

What to Eat at Waves Café

The food menu centres on fresh, made-to-order light bites.

Guests can choose from:

• Sandwiches

• Bowls

• Soups

• Shakes

• Freshly baked pastries

• Artisanal gelato

The combination makes Waves suitable for anything from a light lunch to coffee and dessert.

For more dining choices across the emirate, explore our where to eat in Ras Al Khaimah guide.

Fresh Pastries and Artisanal Gelato

For something sweeter, Waves Café serves freshly baked goods and artisanal gelato.

The café works particularly well as an afternoon stop, whether you are looking for coffee and a pastry or gelato after spending time around the resort.

Waves Café Opening Hours

Waves Café currently operates:

Friday and Saturday: 2 PM–10 PM

The current schedule makes it primarily a weekend café in Ras Al Khaimah, suited to afternoon coffee, early-evening light bites and desserts.

Little Chefs Experience

Families visiting Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah can also book the resort’s Little Chefs Cookie-Making and Cupcake Workshop, held at Waves Café.

Children take part in a hands-on baking session and enjoy hot chocolate during the experience.

Days: Friday and Saturday
Time: 2 PM–5 PM
Price: AED 120 per child
Booking: Advance reservation required

For more activities with children, browse our family and kids guide.

The Setting

Waves Café sits within Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort, a five-star beachfront property on a private peninsula in Mina Al Arab surrounded by mangroves and waterways.

The café’s light, casual character complements the resort setting, offering a less formal option for guests who want a coffee, snack or dessert between other activities.

For more information on the surrounding area, explore our Mina Al Arab area context or browse our where to stay in RAK guide.

Location and Contact Details

Waves Café is located inside Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort in Mina Al Arab.

Resort: Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort
Address: Al Huwailat Street, Mina Al Arab, Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates
Telephone: +971 7 204 2222
Restaurant reservations: +971 50 628 3087
Email: fb.amah@anantara.com

For travel planning and transport information, see our practical travel tips guide.

Who Is Waves Café Best For?

Waves Café works particularly well for:

• Coffee lovers looking for single-origin brews

• Families stopping for gelato, pastries or the Little Chefs experience

• Resort guests wanting a casual alternative to a full restaurant meal

• Visitors looking for light bites rather than a formal lunch or dinner

• Anyone after an afternoon coffee or dessert in Mina Al Arab

Its straightforward menu and informal atmosphere make it one of the resort’s easiest dining options for a quick break.

Other Dining at Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah

For a more substantial meal, Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah offers several other restaurants and bars.

Sea Breeze serves international breakfast, à la carte lunch and themed evening dining, while Beach House focuses on Mediterranean food by the Arabian Gulf. Mekong offers Thai, Chinese and Vietnamese cuisine, and Jalabar serves drinks and light bites by the pool.

For more recommendations, browse our best restaurants in RAK guide or discover waterfront options in our beachfront dining with a view roundup.

With its single-origin coffees, cold-brew teas, freshly prepared light bites, pastries and artisanal gelato, Waves Café at Anantara Mina Ras Al Khaimah Resort is a relaxed weekend stop for coffee and casual dining in Mina Al Arab.