Coffee shops

Sluggish

4.5 122 reviews 06:00 AM - 10:00 PM Blue Bay building, Street 104, Salmiya, Kuwait

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Located in the heart of Salmiya, Sluggish has quickly become a beloved gem among coffee enthusiasts and matcha fans alike. This cozy coffee shop boasts an inviting ambiance with a unique interior design that blends comfort and style. Customers, like 'el Mish', appreciate its vast array of Arabic and English books, making it a perfect spot for solo visits or casual group hangouts.

The menu is a delightful journey, featuring standout options such as the hot ube matcha, praised for its sweet twist with purple potato, and indulgent fudgy brownies that have garnered rave reviews from patrons like 'Fah Jafferi'. The maple matcha also receives accolades, ensuring that matcha lovers have plenty to choose from.

Friendly staff, who even converse in Spanish, add to the welcoming vibe, as noted by regulars who enjoy the friendly atmosphere. Despite occasional crowds, the combination of reasonable pricing, diverse seating options, and engaging activities like board games makes Sluggish a must-visit. As many have shared, it's more than just a coffee shop; it's a vibrant community hub where every visit feels special. With coffee priced between 1.75kd and 2.5kd, it's accessible without sacrificing quality. Do yourself a favor and indulge in the Sluggish experience—you won't regret it!

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Amenities & More

Service options

Outdoor seating
Onsite services
Takeout
Dine-in

Highlights

Great coffee
Great dessert
Great tea selection

Popular for

Breakfast
Solo dining
Good for working on laptop

Dining options

Breakfast
Brunch
Dessert
Seating

Atmosphere

Casual
Cozy
Trendy

Crowd

College students

Note: Amenity details are aggregated from verified visits, the venue's website and Google. They may change without notice. We recommend confirming key details (pet policy, accessibility, reservations) directly with Sluggish before visiting.

Reviews for Sluggish

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Review highlights

Based on 122 reviews

Sluggish is widely appreciated for its cozy ambiance and thoughtfully designed space featuring both indoor and outdoor seating. Customers frequently highlight the café’s welcoming and multilingual staff, which enhances the overall friendly and relaxed atmosphere. The brand is particularly noted for its diverse beverage offerings, with matcha drinks—especially unique flavors like ube and maple—receiving consistent praise. In addition to quality coffee and beverages, the café offers a selection of sandwiches and sweets at reasonable prices. While some patrons mention that portions can feel modest and the venue sometimes gets crowded, the general consensus portrays Sluggish as an ideal spot for solo visits or group hangouts, appealing to coffee and matcha enthusiasts alike.

el Mish

Sep 05, 2025

A favorite spot, nicely decorated, many ( Arabic and English) books to read. Very friendly staff that speaks Spanish too, so we can practice our Spanish as day to day little conversations, I return always for a tasty coffee and matcha drinks , they offer many sandwiches and sweets. Reasonable pricing, good for a solo, or any group size hangout. They offer a variety of seats indoor and outdoors as well.. thank you guys, keep up the good work

Fah Jafferi

Sep 02, 2025

Really chill cafe in Kuwait. The service was nice. The place looked cool. And their hot ube matcha (sweet purple potato) was sooooooo good! We also had a brownie. Very fudgie! If you're a matcha lover, don't miss out this place. Highly recommend!

Classy Queen

Aug 02, 2025

Tried their maple matcha and I am a huge fan, this is going to be my go-to matcha spot! It does get crowded at times. I love the aesthetics and how cozy the overall vibe is

Andy Rodriguez

Jul 31, 2025

Great coffee, nice atmosphere, with lovely view and very friendly staff, definitely a place who cares about all details... always a new and good experience, either you be a coffee lover, matcha person or juat someone who want a new efreshing beverages

Adam Cruz

Jul 21, 2025

This cafe is such a vibe! If you want a really chill and hangout friendly spot, this is the place. The drinks are great - priced from 1.75kd to 2.5kd. Although I would argue that you don't really get much (see in picture). I've had the ube matcha (pictured) and vanilla latte (i'm not a coffee person) which were both good! If you're a matcha lover, this place's matcha is super good especially their ube matcha The place is so pretty and the interior design is so unique and cozy. You will enjoy your stay inside and cool down from the heat. They also has fun board games AND books that you and your friends might enjoy while sipping on your drink. There is not a lot of parking so try to come during off hours or be patient with waiting for it.

Adrian Mylrea

Jul 20, 2025

Nice cozy place for drinks and a snack. Can be hard to get a table sometimes but it’s nice if you manage to get one. Great matcha, lovely service and happy to have the company of the cute cats.

Alex Robu

Jul 08, 2025

One of the best FlatWhite coffee that I did drink in Kuwait.The guys are super friendly.So yalla go there,better then Starbucks,Costa etc.

Noor Shames

Jun 28, 2025

Incredibly unique coffee shop experience in Kuwait. All the drinks are high quality and crafted with love. The interior is equally beautiful and thoughtful, embellished with small but unmissable details. I highly recommend you try their most innovative drinks, the slug and Ube matcha!