Albany's Specialty Coffee House

Coffee roasted with intention. Served with soul.

A neighborhood café on Madison Avenue where every cup is pulled with care, every pastry is baked fresh, and every guest feels like they belong.

Latte art in a ceramic cup on a wooden café table
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Warm interior of Khayma café with wooden counters and pendant lighting

Our Story

A place made for lingering.

Khayma Café & Restaurant sits on Madison Avenue in the heart of Albany — a spot where the coffee is sourced with purpose, the food is prepared from scratch, and the atmosphere invites you to stay a while longer.

Whether you're grabbing a morning pour-over before work, meeting a friend over a matcha latte, or settling in for a full meal, we've built this place for people who care about what they drink and eat — and who appreciate a space that feels like home.

100%

Arabica Beans

Fresh

Baked Daily

Our Philosophy

We don't rush the roast.

Great coffee can't be hurried. We source our beans from farms that treat their land and their people with respect, then roast them in small batches so every cup carries the full story of where it came from.

Our kitchen follows the same principle — simple dishes built around honest ingredients, prepared with the kind of attention that makes a difference between good and unforgettable.

Ethically Sourced

Direct-trade relationships with growers who share our standards.

Roasted in Small Batches

Every batch is tracked, tasted, and adjusted for peak flavor.

Made for Community

A space where strangers become regulars — and regulars become friends.

Barista carefully pouring espresso at Khayma café
"The best coffee in Albany, hands down. The space is warm, the staff remembers your order, and the pastries are unreal."

— A happy regular on Madison Avenue

Visit Us

We're on Madison Avenue. Come say hello.

Address

136 Madison Ave
Albany, NY 12202-1830

Hours

Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Saturday 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Have a question or want to reserve a table?

(518) 977-0344
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