T.J. Singh, director of acquisitions for Sana’a Cafe, said the coffee shop is designed to welcome everyone \u2014 families, students, professionals, and coffee enthusiasts alike.<\/p>\n
“We want to introduce something distinct,” Singh told The Fresno Bee via phone. “It’s about sharing a rich heritage and historic coffee tradition \u2014 inviting people to experience unique spices, tastes, and flavors in every cup.”<\/p>\n
Where’s what to know:<\/p>\n
What is Sana’a Cafe?<\/p>\n
Sana’a Cafe got its start in San Francisco in 2023. It’s named after Yemen’s constitutional capital city.<\/p>\n
Since then, the chain has expanded rapidly, growing to 16 locations across California<\/a> and one in Washington state.<\/p>\n That includes two coffee shops in the Sacramento area<\/a>.<\/p>\n Singh said Sana’a Cafe plans to open 20 more locations over the next year.<\/p>\n Where is new Fresno coffee shop?<\/p>\n Sana’a Cafe’s newest location will occupy a roughly 6,000-square-foot space at 4470 West Shaw Ave. in Fresno near Costco Wholesale<\/a>.<\/p>\n “It’s a large space coming into a building that has been empty for a while,” Singh said.<\/p>\n He said the company’s leaders were drawn to Fresno after studying its neighborhood demographics, accessibility and cultural mix.<\/p>\n “We were attracted to this area because it’s a very diverse community with a vibrant local economy,” Singh said. “There aren’t many places where people can gather without a typical bar setting. We wanted to create a space that offers community, culture, and connection.”<\/p>\n Fresno is home to one of California’s largest Yemeni populations<\/a>, trailing behind Oakland.<\/p>\n The Central Valley city is home to roughly 1,200 Yemeni residents<\/a>, according to data platform ZipAtlas.<\/p>\n When will new Shaw Avenue coffeehouse open?<\/p>\n Singh said Sana’a Cafe’s Fresno location is currently undergoing the city permitting process and interior demolition.<\/p>\n “It will take a few months as we complete demolition and secure the remaining city permits,” Singh said. “We expect the cafe to open in early 2027.”<\/p>\n Sana’a Cafe opened at 2505 S. 38th St. in Tacoma in August 2025, serving Yemeni coffee, Adeni tea and Middle Eastern-style pastries. Clockwise from top: chicken fatayer, saffron tres leches, sabayah.<\/p>\n What’s on the menu at Sana’a Cafe?<\/p>\n Rather than running a full kitchen on-site, Sana’a Cafe relies on central bakeries to supply its signature pastries and desserts.<\/p>\n Sana’a Cafe’s menu<\/a> features espresso drinks such as cappucinos and lattes, as well as specialty drinks such as spiced adeni chai and Turkish coffee.<\/p>\n Pastries include pistachio milk cake, honeycomb cake, tiramisu and Dubai chocolate cheesecake.<\/p>\n Diners can also choose from food options such as chicken shawarma and beef turnovers.<\/p>\n Prices for drinks and desserts will average between $5 and $7, Singh said.<\/p>\n “We don’t aim for overly high prices, though cost varies by market depending on rent,” Singh said. “Prices naturally shift from location to location.”<\/p>\n According to Singh, the cafe plans to offer discounts to law enforcement officers.<\/p>\n Is new Fresno business hiring?<\/p>\n Sana’a Cafe expects to hire 20 to 30 employees once city permits are approved.<\/p>\n Singh said that job seekers will be able to apply online<\/a> through the company’s website.<\/p>\n Where else are Sana’a Cafe locations opening in California?<\/p>\n Fresno isn’t the only Central Valley city on Sana’a Cafe’s expansion list.<\/p>\n![\"Sana'a](\"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/https:\/\/media.zenfs.com\/en\/fresno_bee_mcclatchy_articles_660\/5bbe05288c821c4699eb00bf8b1b78c0.jpg\"\/)
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