With coffee culture on the rise, Klang Valley is now home to thousands of creative and aesthetically-pleasing cafés. From Petaling Street, to Bangsar, to Subang- it’s impossible not to find one that’s instaworthy and actually worth your buck. Recently, several interesting cafés have been gracing the city and boy, do you need to check them out. Here are our top 22 faves to visit this 2023!
22 IG-worthy Cafés in KL & Selangor To Check Out In ’23
1. A Little Bud
This previous florist store has bloomed into a florist-café filled with a rustic, bohemian interior. Here, you can expect good coffee, artisan fruit tea, home-baked pies, homemade cakes & pastries.
Address: (1st floor) 24, Persiaran Zaaba, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 11am-7pm (Tues-Fri), 10am-6pm (Sat & Sun) [Closed Mon]
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): A Little Bud
Photo credit: @a.little.bud (IG)
2. Shimokita Space
What appears like a vintage thrift store is actually a hidden gem that’s not only unique, but doubles as a café. At this one-of-a-kind spot, you can peruse racks of curated clothing while tucking into a burgers and fries!
Address: 94, Jalan SS 15/4b, Ss 15, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 3pm-11pm (Tues-Sun, Closed Mon)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Shimokita Space
Photo credit: @vivianssf (IG)
3. One Half Coffee
If you love upscale pastries and coffee, this is the place for you. Located inside a Japanese “random goods store”, One Half or simply OH is where shopping meets dining. While slightly on the pricier side, they have a great variety of fresh pastries including canelé that’s worth your buck.
Address: 17, Jalan 20/13, Taman Paramount, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 8am-10pm (Daily)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): One Half Coffee
Photo credit: KL Foodie
4. CHILL CAMP
A place where food and coffee meet art, this indoor “campsite” is where you’ll find Korean dishes such as Budae Jjigae (army stew) while chilling in a tent! It’s an absolute hidden gem that’s decked in cute decor and fairy lights- however they only open on weekends so be sure to plan ahead.
Address: 8-1 Jalan Astaka, 4, Persiaran Astana / KU 2, Bandar Bukit Raja, 41050 Klang, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 12pm-9pm (Sat & Sun only)
Status: Non-Halal
Link(s): CHILL CAMP
Photo credit: @i.am.suz @yvonnesoo (IG)
5. Little People Co
Look out for this industrial-looking café that boasts a variety of freshly-baked pastries and coffee! Their parent company, Little People, is hidden under a condo if that’s more up your alley. There, they serve a decent array of matcha desserts along with handmade pasta dishes (G-01, Avantas Residences 162, Jalan Klang Lama, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia).
Address: 3, Jalan SS 13/4, Subang Jaya Industrial Estate, 47500 Subang Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 8.30am-5pm (Mon, Wed-Sun, Closed Tues)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Little People Co
Photo credit: @littlepeople__ @vel.eats.kl @venicekeqian (IG)
6. Hani Eatery
Tucked in Bangsar is a café with a literal hole in the wall. Here, you can dive into their selection of artisanal coffees while enjoying their Japanese-inspired dishes such as Yuzu sesame noodles, Karaage Don and more!
Address: 20A, Lrg Ara Kiri 2, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 10am-10pm (Mon-Tues, Thurs-Sun, Closed Wed)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Hani Eatery
Photo credit: @eatist_my (IG)
7. The Lemon Tree
Yup, you guessed it! The acidity is real in this lemon-covered café. Go ahead and take photos with beautiful lemon trees all around as you devour their brunch dishes or pastries.
Address: Ground Floor, Menara Lien Hoe, 8, Persiaran Tropicana, Tropicana, 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 8am-6pm (Daily)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): The Lemon Tree
Photo credit: @mzm7 @iamvpv (IG)
8. Homesick Alien
This spaceage-inspired café is a colourful place filled with cool & quirky decor! Venture into a retro out-of-this-world place where they serve special UFO burgers, coffee and cocktails.
Address:Level LG1, Unit A-G-05, Dataran Cascades, Jalan PJU 5/1, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 12pm-9pm (Tues-Sun, Closed Mon)
Status: Pork-free, serves alcohol
Link(s): Homesick Alien
Photo credit: @tiing.cafehop (IG)
9. Monster. A Garden Cafe
Enter this nursery turned café that’ll greet you with fresh bakery, coffee and a luscious garden! The interior is charming with antiques and a vintage feel that’ll comfort you right away. Plus, they’re pet-friendly! Bring your own or you could catch some resident café cats here too.
*They have relocated to a new address as listed below, opens 1st October 2022*
Address: No. 54, 1st Floor, Jalan Sultan, 50000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hours: 12pm-10pm (Tues-Sun, Closed Mon)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Monster. A Garden Cafe
Photo credit: @eaterybywallace (IG)
10. Piccadilly
New café Piccadilly quickly became a hit in town thanks to its stunning interior. From breakfast to dinner, they have a wide array of specially curated dishes and coffee that makes this an ideal dining spot!
Address: 62&64, Jalan Tun Perak, City Centre, 50500 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 8am-8pm (Daily)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Piccadilly
Photo credit: @i.am.suz (IG)
11. WU DI
Enter with your sunnies on because you’re about to be whisked away to Bali! Their Balinese-inspired interior screams vacay time with their rattan chairs, brick-red walls, and feather decor all around.
Address: 10, Jalan Galloway, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 9am-10pm (Sun-Mon, Wed-Thurs), 9am-11pm (Fri-Sat) [Closed Tues]
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): WU DI Cafe
Photo credit: @wudicafe (IG)
12. ELLO! KL
At one of LaLaport’s latest café additions, you now find fast and easy gourmet sandwiches served in brioche buns or pita pockets! They have chicken, beef and avocado for example, at this minimalistic and aesthetically-pleasing space.
Address: G-91, Ground Floor, Mitsui Shopping Park Lalaport, BBCC, 2, Jalan Hang Tuah, Bukit Bintang, 59100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 10am-8pm (Daily)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): ELLO! KL
Photo credit: @i.am.suz @ello.kl (IG)
13. Hide and Seek
In a literal game of hide and seek, this café is hidden on the second floor of a building, decked in bright, unorthodox chairs! There’s a cool and artsy vibe that calls for pictures, and they also have a menu filled with pork dishes.
Address: 33-A, Jalan 20/16, Taman Paramount, 46300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 12am-10pm (Mon, Wed-Sun, Closed Tues)
Status: Non-Halal
Link(s): Hide and Seek
Photo credit: @wander.sher (IG)
14. 6 Yi Cafe
This colourful café is filled with books! It’s where you can enjoy a cuppa or dive into their concise menu of pork dishes, vegetarian options, desserts and more all while reading a book.
Address: 12A 1F, Jalan Awan Hijau, Taman Overseas Union, 58200 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 12pm-10pm (Tues-Sun, Closed Mon)
Status: Non-Halal
Link(s): 6 Yi Cafe
Photo credit: @cclovetoeat (IG)
15. Wild Man Camping Club
In another eccentric concept, this café is tucked in The Gasket Alley, home to several restaurants and cafés. Here, they serve interesting coffee drinks, coolers, croffles, cheesecake & outdoors goods. Even their seats are all camping chairs! If you haven’t figured it out yet, they are heavily into camping equipment, skateboards and more.
Address: Lot 15, The Gasket Alley, 13, Jalan 13/6, Seksyen 13, 46200 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 1pm-8pm (Wed-Sat), 1pm-7pm (Sun) [Closed Mon & Tues]
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Wild Man Camping Club
Photo credit: @kpdining (IG)
16. Happy Landfill
This sister company of Homesick Alien is yet another quirky spot inspired by offices in the 90’s! They double as a café and bar, serving pastries, coffee, rice bowls and craft beers. Just like some cafés on this list, Happy Landfill won’t be like anything you’ve seen before.
Address: Level LG1, A-G-06, Dataran Cascades, Jalan PJU 5/1, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 11:30am-10pm (Tues-Sun, Closed Mon)
Status: Pork-free, serves alcohol
Link(s): Happy Landfill
Photo credit: @davinzi_code @happylandfillmy (IG)
17. Flaon
Just like its name, this café specialises in flan with flavours such as cheesecake, earl grey and latte. There are plenty of other appetising desserts to choose from as well in this aesthically-pleasing spot!
Address: 180, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 10am-6pm (Daily)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Flaon
Photo credit: @tiing.cafehop (IG)
18. Eden Cafe
Hidden on the eighth floor of Lot 10 mall, this rooftop café lets you enjoy great views of the KL tower and city skyline. There’s coffee, fresh pastries and cakes to devour as you waltz along this picturesque place.
Address: Lot 10, Bukit Bintang, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 9am-5.30pm (Mon-Fri), 10am-5.30pm (Sat), 8am-4.30pm (Sun)
Status: Pork-free
Photo credit: @yvonnesoo (IG)
19. Toast & Chill x Chamber #46
Toasting to new beginnings is café Toast & Chill that joined forces with Chamber #46, a speakeasy, to create this beautiful vintage café-bar in the heart of KL. Expect delicious food in the day and exquisite cocktails at night!
*Toast & Chill will resume business from 4th October 2022 onwards*
Address: 46, Jalan 1/77A Off Jalan Imbi, Changkat Thambi Dollah, 55100 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours: Toast & Chill: 3pm-11pm (Tues-Thurs), 12pm-11pm (Fri-Sun) [Closed Mon] | Chamber #46: 3pm-12am (Tues-Sun, Closed Mon)
Status: Pork-free, serves alcohol
Link(s): Toast & Chill, Chamber #46
Photo credit: @venicekeqian (IG)
20. Piu Piu Piu
Just like its name, this café is absolutely cute and special. It’s located in The ZhongShan building, which in itself is where you go for artsy finds. Though small, Piu Piu Piu still manages to create a nostalgic environment especially once you sit outside, where it’s reminiscent of school days.
Address: 80A, The ZhongShan Building, Jalan Rotan, Kampung Attap, 50460 Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 12pm-6pm (Tues-Sun, Closed Mon)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Piu Piu Piu
Photo credit: @shinpson611 (IG)
21. Breathing Space
Quite literally named after its concept, this café is your next go-to breathing space, with tables and chairs separated far, far away from each other. As such, sipping on your cup of coffee while working or taking a break from the world is both tranquil and relaxing.
Address: 135A, Jalan SS 2/6, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: 9am-6pm (Mon-Wed, Fri-Sun, Closed Thurs)
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Breathing Space
Photo credit: @tiing.cafehop (IG)
22. Light Capture Café by H.O.N
Why go to New York when there’s our very own NYC loft located in KL? This café lets the light shine through a stunning abandoned building which is currently a great spot for photos and coffee.
Address: 81 & 83, Jalan Tun H S Lee, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Opening Hours:11am-10pm (Tues-Fri), 10am-10pm (Sat & Sun) [Closed Mon]
Status: Pork-free
Link(s): Light Capture Café by H.O.N
Photo credit: @nfrhnksm @roshanrss @lightcapturecafe (IG)
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