Amman’s Rainbow Street: A Weekend Dessert & Coffee Expo Every Week
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Khalid Al Mansoor
- . February 24, 2026
- . Update: February 24, 2026 7:02 pm
Rainbow Street in Jabal Amman transforms into a vibrant, open-air weekend in Amman destination, acting as an ongoing expo for the city’s finest treats. It is a historic cobblestone street that is a must-see destination combining old-fashioned tastes with new cafe culture that both locals and visitors should visit to have a sweet getaway.
A Sweet Stroll Through Jabal Amman
The Rainbow Street is a tactile treat when one takes a stroll during a weekend. The air is filled with the smell of fresh coffee and candy. The special mixture of ancient buildings and modernized restaurants provides the ideal setting of a dessert crawl. You will get the traditional Arabic sweets to modern artisanal pastries.
Must-Try Local Delights
Any trip is not complete without exploring the local sugar scene. Keep an eye on those stores that sell hot and tasty kunafa, which is a typical Jordanian dessert. To have something more cool, take a scoop of ice cream in one of the numerous successful ice cream salons such as Gerard Ice Cream, which is a long time favorite of locals. The variety confirms Rainbow Street’s status as the epicenter of Amman dessert spots.
The Coffee Culture Hub
Other than the sweets, the Rainbow Street lies at the center of the developing coffee scene in the city. Counseling cafes have gorgeous balconies that provide the ideal perspective to people-watching and enjoying a cup of strong, cardamom-influenced classic Arabic coffee or a well-cleaned V60. It’s this concentration of high-quality cafes that makes every weekend feel like a celebration of Rainbow Street Amman’s coffee culture.
FAQs
1. What is Rainbow Street famous for?
Rainbow Street is famous for its lively atmosphere, historic architecture, and high concentration of cafes, restaurants, and dessert shops, making it a popular social hub in Amman.
2. When is the best time to visit Rainbow Street for the liveliest atmosphere?
Weekend evenings (Thursday and Friday nights) are the busiest and most vibrant times, with many shops and cafes open late.
3. Can I find traditional Jordanian desserts on Rainbow Street?
Yes, alongside modern cafes, you can find traditional sweet shops serving classics like kunafa, baklava, and Arabic ice cream.
