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1. Hello, Patricia KL
Tucked away in a clubhouse condominium is this new, charming cafe that’s like a hidden sanctuary. There’s a little garden area and indoor seating with floor-to-ceiling windows allowing plenty of sunlight in. They offer a selection of desserts, like lemon poppy seed and banana cakes, as well as matcha and coffee.
Address:
Clubhouse, Concerto North Kiara,
51200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours:
11am – 8pm (Daily)
Closed on Mondays.
Check out their Instagram.
2. Old Hands Cafeteria
Hailing from Shizuoka is a couple, Mr and Mrs Okamoto, who opened this Japanese bakery cafe with friends. Their specialities include Japanese pastries and desserts, such as red bean mochi and sultana raisin almond buns.
They also sell a variety of Japanese unsweetened drinks, including matcha, genmaicha, and hojicha lattes that pair well with their yuzu cheesecake and Nama chocolate.
Address:
1-13, Glomac Centro,
Kayu Ara, PJ
Opening hours:
8am – 5pm (Daily)
Closed on Mondays.
3. broom Artisan Bakery & Kitchen
broom has earned itself a name as one of the latest breakfast and brunch spots in Taman Paramount. They serve everything from fresh sourdough to croissants, and other yummy pastries. An aesthetic spot to chill with a date or friends.
Address:
27, Jalan 20/13, Taman Paramount,
46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours:
8.30am – 7.30pm (Daily)
Closed on Tuesdays.
4. Yue Coffee Bar
Yue Coffee Bar is like entering a cosy kampung house with lots of nostalgic vibes. Kinda like visiting an old grandma’s home. Some of what they offer includes coffee, cake, rojak, as well as cold, refreshing bottles of craft beer for a hot afternoon.
You might even spot cats wandering around the house, giving off that true kampung feel.
Address:
114, Jalan 15, Batu 11 Cheras,
43200 Cheras, Selangor
Opening hours:
9am – 6pm (Fridays to Sundays)
Closed on Mondays to Thursdays.
5. Poppy Kat
Taking a step away from the typical black, white, and grey aesthetic, Poppy Kat brings a splash of colour with its eccentric decor. They serve a variety of bagels, cakes, and croffles. The cafe’s adorable four-legged residents just might come around for some pats too.
Address:
4A, Jalan Nadchatiram, Taman Taynton View,
56000 Cheras, WPKL
Opening hours:
10am – 6pm (Mondays to Thursdays)
9am – 10pm (Fridays to Sundays)
6. Neutrals.ttdi
Founded by The Roast Things Coffee Roaster, Neutrals.ttdi has a simple yet beautiful aesthetic with its concrete walls and plants everywhere. They serve Sunbather’s signature sandos that are said to be pretty substantial, as well as bentos, scones, and more.
Address:
30A, Persiaran Zaaba, Taman Tun Dr Ismail,
60000 Kuala Lumpur, WPKL
Opening hours:
8.30am – 10pm (Daily)
Closed on Wednesdays.
7. JAR Coffee
Church mates, Abel and Roy, opened up this cafe together, combining their coffee-making skills and cooking background. To enter the cafe, look for the door disguised as a petrol pump unit.
They serve various fusion dishes like toast topped with smoked salmon, avocado, and poached eggs, as well as pies and other yummies.
Address:
PJ Trade Centre, A1-01 Block Annexe Menara Mustapha Kamal,
8, Jalan PJU 8/8A, Bandar Damansara Perdana,
47820 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours:
10am – 4pm (Daily)
Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
8. Sipping Corner
Hidden inside Plant and Pot Studio, you’ll find these little nooks for coffee and cake. A quiet, chill ambience surrounded by greenery. Browse through the plant shop and enjoy a cuppa right after – the perfect cafe date!
Address:
Puchong
78G, Jalan Puteri 5/5, Bandar Puteri,
47100 Puchong, Selangor
Ampang
1-1, Jalan Awf 3a, Ampang Waterfront,
68000 Ampang, Selangor
Opening hours:
9am – 6pm (Daily)
9. Aki’s Kohi
This small, cute Japanese-inspired cafe in Cheras is run by a couple, who serve a variety of sandwiches, quiche, and their own in-house desserts. They also have a pretty extensive beverage list that includes strawberry latte, Belgium dark chocolate latte, rose latte, matcha, among others.
Address:
Lot 2-00-07, Ground Floor,
D’alamanda Pudu Ulu Impian IV Jalan Pudu Impian,
56100 Cheras, KL
Opening hours:
9.30am – 5pm (Daily)
Closed on Wednesdays.
10. Hide And Seek
Just a three-minute walk from Thong Kee cafe in Taman Paramount is this hidden cafe that’s located above a tailor shop. You might need to ring the bell to enter. As you walk up the stairs, the cafe opens up into a spacious area furnished with recycled furniture. Aside from their quirky decor, several customers have raved about their coffee and tasty meals.
Address:
33-A, Jalan 20/16, Taman Paramount,
46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours:
9am – 10pm (Daily)
Closed on Tuesdays.
11. V88 Cafe & Bar / Vintage 1988
Vintage 88, also known as V88, just opened its second outlet in Desa ParkCity, where you can enjoy your meals and coffee while overlooking the lake and park. They offer plenty of options, including their signature beetroot bun burgers, onde onde cake, tiramisu, and cocktails.
Optionally, you can also check out their first outlet in the Petaling Street area.
Address:
Desa ParkCity
GF-08D, Persiaran Residen The Waterfront,
Desa ParkCity, 52200 Kuala Lumpur
Petaling Street
34, Jalan Sultan, City Centre,
50000 Kuala Lumpur, Selangor
Opening hours:
11am – 8pm (Daily)
12. Gure Cafe
This neighbourhood gem in Ara Damansara offers a variety of tasty pastries and coffee for you to get your quick cafe fix. With its minimalist interior, it’s quite a pleasant spot for an afternoon tea time with family or friends.
Address:
K-G-06, Jalan PJU 1A/41B Pusat Dagangan NZX,
Ara Damansara, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours:
9am – 6pm (Daily)
13. Ground
Away from the busy Damansara Uptown square, you’ll find this cosy, brightly-lit gem speckled with plants and a much easier place to find parking. It’s a lovely go-to spot for a catch-up with friends or a date, with plenty of good reviews on their food and desserts.
Address:
27, Jalan SS 21/34, Damansara Utama,
47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours:
10am – 6pm (Daily)
14. Wu CoffeeGallery
Wu is a spacious cafe in Kota Damansara offering Japanese fusion meals and desserts. They serve bowls of ramen, rice bowls, Swiss rolls, and their bestseller – dirty latte.
Address:
38-2, Jalan PJU 5/11, Kota Damansara,
47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Opening hours:
10am – 6pm (Daily)
Closed on Tuesdays.
15. Circle Cafe
Situated on a tiny corner lot in KL city is this 100sqft coffee shop where you can grab a cuppa then stroll through Jalan Alor’s art street with colourful painted walls. A good spot to stop by while you jalan-jalan around KL!
Address:
57, Jalan Berangan, Bukit Bintang,
50200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours:
8am – 5pm (Daily)
Check out their Instagram.