The Grinders - Jadriyah — Restaurant in Baghdad

Apr 2025

I stop by this café almost every morning before work, and I love that it opens as early as 6 a.m.—super convenient for early risers like me. Their flat white is great, and I appreciate that I can customize it with skim milk. The staff is friendly, polite, and usually smiling, which makes the experience even better.

There’s indoor seating, which is nice, but the tables are really close to each other, so don't expect much privacy. The outdoor seating is limited and not ideal—just a few tables right next to a noisy street. Parking is another downside; with only a couple of street spots available, it’s a bit of a challenge if you're driving.

One thing that really bugs me is how some customers wait until they reach the cashier to start reading the menu or asking questions. It slows down the line, and the cashier doesn't do much to keep things moving—they usually get involved in the conversation instead of asking them to step aside.

Overall, great coffee and service, but the layout and ordering flow could use some...

The setting and furniture of the place is very cozy and wonderfull but there are two issues that reached a point that i should address...

The Guy with the Long Hair behind the cashier is rude and mean that he even doesnt reply the greet when saying hi to him while stepping up to order in front of the cashier.

The AirConditioning (AC) is hell of a freezer! I usually go there to study and I end up having shivers and my bones cracking due to the cold temprature in the lounge, Although I keep asking the waiters to turn off the AC but they always reject claiming its forbidden for...

Unlike any other Grinder’s branches, this branch is big enough to take in everyone, thankfully even the nonsmoking ppl like me. The place is flawless, always clean, with an amazing staff. Highly recommended to study and do your work or freelance. Not to forget that the sweets are tasty, but the menu needs to be expanded, especially...