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CaffeOl Coffee
Woman-owned speciality cafe in Kera with an all-women barista team, known for careful design, vegan pastries and Ethiopian beans sold abroad.
At a glance
- Type
- Woman-owned speciality cafe
- Area
- Kera, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
- Price
- $$ · Mid-range
- Official site
- caffeolcoffee.com
Good to know
- Vegan options
- Beans to take away
Why we recommend it
CaffeOl Coffee is a speciality coffee brand founded by Faiza Ahmed with a clear mission: to empower women at every stage of the coffee chain, from the farmers who grow it to the baristas who serve it. Its cafe in Addis Ababa is staffed by an all-women team of baristas, and the company also sells its coffee abroad, including in the United Arab Emirates and the United States. For visitors interested in who shapes Ethiopian coffee today, it is one of the most interesting stops in the city.
The cafe is in the Kera area, between the Sishu burger restaurant and the Shega handicraft store, which makes it easy to combine with lunch or some shopping. The design is carefully considered, from the colour scheme and lighting to the cups, cutlery and packaging, and the result feels calm and contemporary. It is a pleasant place to sit for an hour, read or catch up with friends.
On the menu, espresso drinks are made with care, and there are good options for those who avoid dairy. An oat milk caramel iced latte has won praise from coffee writers, and the vegan croissant, made without butter, shows that the kitchen takes plant-based customers seriously. A classic pain au chocolat is there for everyone else, and the brand's shop also lists Arabic qahwa, a spiced coffee style, among its products. For something more traditional, ask the baristas for a macchiato made with Ethiopian beans and how they recommend drinking it.
Coffee is also sold to take home. The brand's range includes Yirgachefe, Limmu and Guji coffees and a house blend, and its Black Pearl Yirgachefe speciality coffee is a highlight. Buying beans here supports the company's focus on women in the industry, which many travellers find a meaningful way to bring back a souvenir.
CaffeOl suits coffee enthusiasts, vegans, remote workers and anyone looking for a quieter, modern cafe away from the main hotel strips. Hours are not published on the company's website, so check before making a special trip. Combine a visit with the Shega shop next door for Ethiopian crafts, or with a burger at Sishu if you want a break from local food.
CaffeOl Coffee FAQs
Who founded CaffeOl?
Faiza Ahmed, with a mission to empower women throughout the coffee supply chain.
Who works in the cafe?
An all-women team of baristas.
Where is it?
In Kera, between the Sishu burger restaurant and the Shega handicraft store.
Is it good for vegans?
Yes. There are dairy-free drinks such as an oat milk caramel iced latte and a butter-free vegan croissant.
Can I buy coffee to take home?
Yes. The range includes Yirgachefe, Limmu and Guji coffees and a house blend.
What are the opening hours?
They are not published on the company's website, so check locally before you go.
What is nearby?
The Shega handicraft store and Sishu are next door.