Moonlight Gallery Cafe

★★★★★ 4.6/5 (674 reviews) Excellent

About This Museum

Tucked away on Road 469, the Moonlight Gallery Cafe feels more like stumbling into a creative friend's lush, hidden courtyard than a formal institution. It’s a place where the scent of freshly ground coffee is as much a part of the experience as the art on the walls. You'll find local paintings jostling for space with intimate photography exhibits, all bathed in the warm glow of string lights. The whole space hums with a quiet, convivial energy that blurs the line between a gallery opening and a cozy evening out.

Collection Highlights

The rotating exhibits are wonderfully eclectic—think vibrant abstract canvases from Bahraini modernists sharing a wall with stark black-and-white portraits of Manama's old quarters. Don't miss the small, curated displays nestled by the coffee bar; they often feature emerging artists and more experimental mixed-media pieces.

Visitor Information

It's incredibly accessible, with most items on the menu sitting comfortably between 1 and 5 BHD. Just look for Building 4021—it's unassuming from the outside, but that's part of its charm. Come for the art, but definitely stay for a flat white and a slice of cake.

Architecture & Building

Housed in a renovated villa, it retains a charmingly residential feel with its simple stucco exterior. Inside, it’s all high ceilings, exposed brick accents, and large windows that open onto a petite patio, creating an effortlessly cool, bohemian vibe.

Contact & Location

Address: طريق 469, القرية (سترة), محافظة العاصمة, 3044, البحرين

Phone: +973 7710 0355