Iced coffee is all the buzz this summer. In the scorching heat of Karachi and in the hustle and bustle of the city, a good cup of a cold coffee drink is just what you need. It’s the perfect fix, refreshing, sweet, and helps you energize to get you through the exam season and work like a hardworking employee of the month. Here are 11 of our best picks for cold coffee drink places in Karachi.
1. This Coffee Will Surely Make You Happy
Happy Donut (@happydonutpk) is known for its donuts, but the coffee is criminally underrated. For a weekend treat, a cup of their iced coffee with a donut or giggles sounds wonderful. Fully equipped cafes are situated in Badar, MACHS, North Nazimabad, and Dolmen Clifton, pop-up stores are opening up in different supermarkets as well. You won’t leave happy without a smile or the inspiration to do something great! Iced coffees at Happy start from Rs. 400, frozen shakes and frappes start from Rs. 470. These cups of Joe are little bundles of joy, energy and the donuts make the perfect sweet side for your coffee runs. Click here to check them out.
2. Feeling fancy? Try out Caffe Praha!
This place (@caffepraha) is a trip around the world, making stops at Europe, with a depth of taste and lavish ambiance in both its locations. It’s located in Phase 6 DHA and Lucky One Mall. What’s special about this café is that customers not only enjoy coffee at the locations but can also subscribe to a coffee bean subscription for fine, aromatic, and tasteful coffee right at their doorsteps. A cup of coffee at Caffe Praha is a trip to France, on a budget! Iced coffees start from the affordable price of Rs. 395/-. If you’re in the mood for cut out for elegant, the “In The Rocks Coffee ” menu includes Affogatos and Frappuccino, starting at just Rs. 445/-. Click here to see their Instagram.
3. This Place Offers the Best Deals in Town
Coffee Wagera (@coffeewagera) is a passion project of Mr. Mush Panjwani, located in every major area of the city including 5 Star, Maskan, Clifton, Bahadurabad, Badar, and a unique “Coffee Wagera On Wheels” at I.I. Chundrigar road. Unlike most cafes and restaurants, Coffee Wagera is a place for people to stay as long as they’d like to relax and work, as well as enjoy a cup of the good brewery. They aim to open 100 outlets across the country. Customers can join a loyalty app that allows them to avail exclusive discounts, deals, and updates about CW. Students can show their IDs and avail a 10% discount as well. Free cup of coffee on birthdays too!
Iced lattes start from only Rs. 345/- a cup, affogatos for Rs. 292 and milkshakes start Rs. 407. Their menu also has various savories, breakfast items, and desserts to pair with your coffee. A new drink which is popular is the Summercino, a Rooh Afza flavored cold coffee drink!
Click here to check them out.
4. All The Way From New Zealand, this Coffee is Exceptional!
Esquires Coffee (@esquirespk) was co-created by Graham Wilkinson and Samar Hussain, two coffee lovers and chefs. The place has all sorts of coffees, desserts, breakfast options, main courses, and appetizers. It’s located at Dolmen Mall Clifton and Zamzama Commercial Lane. This coffee is purely organic and freshly hand-picked by farmers. It’s bound to leave you feeling cozy and comforted.
Esquires also has a student and corporate loyalty program. You can get started on the student loyalty program by filling out a form on their website!
Frappes start at Rs. 495 and iced coffees start at just Rs. 425. Click here to check them out.
5. This Place is the Perfect Blast from the Past
Espresso (@espressopk) is a family-owned chain that started in 2006, so the wholesome and organic feel is ensured from the very start! Espresso is located in the heart of the city at Shahrah-e-Faisal and Zamzama, offering a wide range of coffee types and flavors to pick from to satisfy your caffeine cravings. Whether it’s an evening coffee run, lunch, or dinner, espresso is delectable.
Espresso does events like birthday parties and has special deals for mother’s day and Eids.
Iced coffees are priced at Rs. 375/-. Click here to see more.
6. Their Juices Aren’t The Only Power-Packed Item
GreenO Juice Bars (@greenojuices) is typically known for its juices, smoothies, and refreshers but their coffee is criminally underrated. GreenO has branches everywhere, in malls, supermarkets and they deliver fresh coffee to your doorstep through services such as FoodPanda and Careem.
GreenO has exciting deals and discounts for every event!
Iced Coffees start at Rs. 400/-. Click here to check them out.
7. This Mocca Is The Best Mocha in Town
Mocca (@mocca.pk) is located in Phase 6 DHA and has several tantalizing items to choose from. Their menu has amazing brunch, breakfast, and lunch items to have with your coffee. Mocca also has a patisserie that sells desserts such as macarons, brownies, and fruit cakes.
A relaxed environment for you to sit back, enjoy your Sunday breakfast and meet up with friends and family.
Iced coffee starts at Rs. 445/- and Frappes at just Rs. 475/-. You can also choose from regular and large sizes. Check them out here!
8. For Your Love Of Caffeine
FLOC – For The Love Of Coffee (@floccoffee) has to be one of the most Instagrammable places in Karachi. It is Pakistan’s first, third-wave coffee shop and cafe which offers breakfast, keto options, and some delicious pasta as well.
FLOC has gift cards to get you a 10% discount when you visit the cafe!
Frappes’ prices start at just Rs. 395/-. Check them out here!
9. Are You A Friends Fan? This Is The Coffee For You.
New York Coffee (@newyorkcoffeepk) is located in Ocean Mall and SMCHS. These handcrafted coffees are to die for and surely leave customers energized and enthused. The menu includes appetizers, breakfast options, and other kinds of drinks. The nutty flavors of coffee are the most popular blends. They plan to open more branches across Pakistan soon.
You can purchase E gift cards and get discounts on events such as Valentine’s Day and Eid. They also participate in events in malls to engage with customers. The frappes start at Rs. 395/- and cold brews start at Rs. 375/-. Check them out here!
10. This Place Has Low Carb And Keto Options.
The Caffeine Fix (@thecaffienefixpk) is great for when you’re on a diet or trying to eat healthier, it has some really cool low carb and low calories at the most affordable prices. They currently have 30% off on their entire menu. The menu includes all meals, desserts, drinks, and of course, coffee.
The Caffeine Fix is one of the few diet options in Karachi and has some amazing reviews as well!
All frappes are priced at Rs. 365/- and iced lattes start at just Rs. 290/-. Check them out here!
11. This Coffee Ought To Get You Chatting
ChatterBox Cafe (@chatterbox.pakistan) is located in Zamzama Commercial Area, Phase 5, DHA. It is best known for brunch items, tea, and coffee. The ambiance is relaxed, full of pretty fairy lights, and the service there is outstanding.
Chatterbox has something for everyone! There are discounts and deals on occasions, gift baskets, and a new menu for every season/time of year.
Iced lattes are only Rs. 430 and frappuccinos start at Rs. 450/-. Check them out here!