AKKU Cafe Almaty Review: Trendy New Bakery & Terrace
Discover AKKU, a gorgeous new bakery cafe in Almaty. Enjoy flaky pain au chocolat, fresh coffee, and a cozy terrace vibe perfect for your Kazakhstan trip.
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Discover AKKU, a gorgeous new bakery cafe in Almaty. Enjoy flaky pain au chocolat, fresh coffee, and a cozy terrace vibe perfect for your Kazakhstan trip.
AKKU Cafe Almaty: A Cozy New Bakery with a Stunning Terrace
AKKU Cafe in Almaty
With an incredible selection of freshly baked pastries and a spacious outdoor terrace, this is the perfect spot to soak in the local atmosphere on a beautiful sunny day.

In this review, we'll cover:
✔️ AKKU Cafe hours, location, and how to order
✔️ Our honest review of the drinks and pastries
Let's dive in!
01. Location, Hours, Menu, and Ordering at AKKU Cafe


AKKU Cafe is situated right at the entrance of a vibrant street lined with trendy restaurants and cafes. It's the perfect neighborhood to wander around during your Almaty adventure, making it incredibly easy to stumble upon naturally.
We actually spotted its gorgeous interior during an evening stroll and bookmarked it immediately for a morning visit.
⏰ Operating Hours
Monday - Thursday
9:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Friday - Sunday
9:00 AM - Midnight
No Break Time | Open Daily
When you walk in, the friendly staff will ask for your party size and guide you to your preferred table.

Inside, there's a beautiful tile mosaic displaying "2025," indicating it's a hot new addition to the Almaty cafe scene, having just opened last year.


The outdoor terrace is incredibly spacious and would be amazing on a warm summer day. However, since it was a bit chilly during our visit, we opted for a cozy indoor table.
The indoor vibe is warm and welcoming. We saw families enjoying brunch alongside solo travelers reading or working on laptops. It’s a very relaxed, low-pressure environment where anyone can feel comfortable.

✔️ How to Order
Order drinks directly from your table.
Go up to the bakery counter to select and order your pastries.
Since the menu was only available in Russian, we used Google Translate to order an iced Americano and a hot latte right from our table. For the pastries, we headed straight to the display counter to pick them out visually.


The interior lighting is beautifully designed, giving the entire space a bright, clean, and modern aesthetic.


They had an impressive variety of croissants, each looking like a colorful work of art.
Pastry prices range from about ~$3 to ~$4, which is quite reasonable for a high-quality artisanal bakery. We noticed many locals stopping by just to buy boxes of croissants to go, which is always a great sign!

Fresh flower arrangements and vibrant lighting accents add a lively, energetic touch to the cafe's atmosphere.
We ordered a lemon cream bomboloni and a classic pain au chocolat before heading back to our table.


They also sell cute AKKU branded merchandise. Every corner of this space, from the interior design to the small details, felt incredibly stylish and well-curated.


They also offer homemade jams, rustic sourdough, and whole loaves of bread. If I lived in Almaty, I would definitely be dropping by weekly to pick up fresh bread for my morning toast!
02. Tasting Review: Coffee and Pastries at AKKU

The iced Americano was a bit on the lighter side, but it was still refreshing and provided that much-needed caffeine boost.
The hot latte came with beautiful latte art, tasting just as smooth and delicious as it looked.


The bomboloni, topped with fresh lemon zest, had a beautifully balanced, sweet-and-sour glaze.
Compared to typical dense donuts, the texture here was incredibly airy, fluffy, and light—almost cloud-like!
But the absolute star of the show was the pain au chocolat.
The pastry layers were perfectly defined and shattered with a satisfying crunch, while the chocolate filling was rich and decadent. My friend took one bite and immediately insisted I try it.
It instantly made sense why everyone was buying their croissants in bulk. If you visit AKKU, the pain au chocolat is a must-order!
Since AKKU is a relatively new spot in Almaty, you won't find many reviews of it online yet.
If you're looking for a relaxing spot to enjoy great coffee, fantastic pastries, and a view of the park from a lovely terrace, AKKU is a must-visit cafe in Almaty.
It is open from 9 AM to 11 PM from Monday to Thursday, and until midnight from Friday to Sunday. You can visit every day as there are no break times or days off.
You can order drinks through the staff while seated, but for baked goods, you need to go directly to the display area to order. The menu is only available in Russian, so it is recommended to use a translator app.
The prices for baked goods range roughly between ~$3 and ~$4, which is similar to cafes in Korea. We recommend the pain au chocolat and various croissants, which have beautifully crisp pastry layers.
There is a spacious terrace seating area, making it a great place to spend time outdoors on a nice day. Indoors, there are many customers enjoying their time alone, so it has a comfortable atmosphere for solo visitors as well.
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