Costa sits in the Passenger Terminal as the “it’ll do” option
This Costa Coffee in the main Passenger Terminal at DMM draws most of its traffic from people who don’t want to backtrack to the central food court, not from brand loyalty. Travelers compare it directly to Saudi mall branches and say the drinks taste about the same: acceptable latte or cappuccino, nothing you’d remember later. Figure typical airport pricing in the lower band, roughly $ for a basic coffee and a small snack.
The shop sits airside in the Passenger Terminal, so it works for departures after security rather than landside meet‑ups. One Google review mentions picking Costa purely because it was closest to their gate and completely empty, while Starbucks and Tim Hortons had visible queues. If you just need a quick Americano before boarding, that proximity advantage matters more than any specific menu item.
Menu is standard Costa: espresso drinks, drip coffee, iced versions, plus pre‑packaged pastries and cakes. Reviews note that some items come wrapped and feel more like convenience‑store bakery than fresh café output. Expect muffins, croissants, and basic sandwiches, not hot meals. With a 3/5 rating overall, think “serviceable caffeine stop” rather than a place to hang out for an hour.
Regulars use Costa tactically. Some head here when the Starbucks line hits 10+ people and their boarding time is under 30 minutes, grabbing an Americano or flat white and a packaged croissant to walk to the gate. Others only choose it when their gate is a few minutes away and they don’t want to trek back toward the busier central cluster of international brands.
Practical tip: if you care more about coffee quality than steps walked, glance at Starbucks and Tim Hortons first; if their queues are longer than 6–8 people, Costa in the Passenger Terminal is the faster play for a basic latte and a seat.