3 days ago
Where We Are Going Today: Tar'fay cafe in Alkhobar
In historic northern Alkhobar — where tradition and the contemporary collide — lies a quintessential Eastern Province cafe: The eclectic and quirky world of Tar'fay.
A kaleidoscope of color and craft, the cafe is the best-kept local secret.
Everything we tried was delicious — their famous cake slice, affectionately known as 'cake heart of Khobar,' features a tiny red heart in the corner and goes for SR15 ($4).
Opened in 2023, the cafe is the brainchild of a Saudi woman creative whose name it proudly carries. More than just a cafe, Tar'fay hosts a variety of artsy events; their recent calendar has been packed with workshops like junk journaling, rubber-stamp making and a teddy bear workshop.
This is the place where you would take someone from out of town to show them the aura and essence of Alkhobar.
It is also the spot in which locals park their laptops and work while sipping on some coffee or matcha.
Tar'fay hosts a treasure trove of items and every space is full of vibrant and inspiring art to help fuel your creative energy as you fuel up on caffeine. They even have fun mugs that feel like a hug for your hands.
It is an Instagram and TikTok haven but also a great spot to slow down and delve into a physical book — many of which are supplied on the coffee tables.
Tar'fay is a gathering space for creatives with a large communal table and plenty of nooks to nestle in and read, or scroll on your phone.
The cafe is open daily. Check out Tar'fay's Instagram page for more @
