Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Makes Second Visit to Dubai's Innovative Cherryhouse Cafe

His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Ruler of Dubai, has made a second visit to Cherryhouse, a distinctive homegrown cafe located in Al Safa. This establishment is the latest venture from Emirati entrepreneur Mohamed Al Falasi, who is also behind the popular Saddle and Feels cafes.

During a video shared on Instagram over the weekend, Sheikh Mohammed was observed interacting warmly with visitors, including children who eagerly approached him. He was seen shaking hands and exchanging greetings with a young boy and a young girl.

The Cherryhouse team expressed their profound honor on Instagram: "We were deeply honoured to welcome back His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum to Cherryhouse. A truly proud and memorable moment for our team, and a great source of inspiration to continue delivering experiences that reflect Dubai’s spirit of excellence, creativity, and ambition." They added, "An honour we will always cherish." This marks Sheikh Mohammed's second visit to the cafe, having previously attended its soft opening in May.

Cherryhouse distinguishes itself by integrating a speciality coffee roastery, an artisanal bakery, and an all-day dining concept under one roof. A notable feature is its unique overhead belting system, described as one of the first in the region. This system, a network of suspended pipes, transports freshly roasted coffee beans throughout the venue, transforming a part of the coffee-making process into a visual spectacle for patrons.

The cafe also boasts an open bakery named The Grain Room, where visitors can witness the preparation of breads and pastries. The menu offers a variety of items, including sourdough breads, breakfast dishes, sandwiches, salads, and main courses, complemented by speciality coffee and matcha beverages.

Mohamed Al Falasi stated that his vision for Cherryhouse was to create a global destination that harmoniously blends Emirati hospitality with international coffee and baking traditions. "My vision was always to create a global destination where Emirati hospitality meets world-class coffee and artisanal baking," he remarked.

Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid is known to support Dubai's vibrant dining scene and has visited several other establishments in the emirate over the years, such as Zuma in DIFC, Ce La Vi at Address Sky View, and Siraj at Souk Al Bahar. His son, Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed, Crown Prince of Dubai, also frequently supports local restaurants, including Gaia in DIFC and SushiSamba at The St Regis Dubai, The Palm.