Playing tourist at Petaling Street? Then having a good hangout and brunch at a cafe must be on your list because Petaling Street is famous for their abundance of cafes! Petaling Street is where Chinatown is, where tourists and locals love to take stroll. So it is not a surprise good cafes started to flock in this area, luring you in with the smell of coffee and delicious food. Plus, after a long walk in Chinatown, you’d surely want to take a rest and indulge in good food. So here are the 8 best cafes in Petaling Street that you should try out!
1. Merchant’s Lane
Seek out for this hidden cafe called the Merchant’s Lane in Kuala Lumpur! Although this cafe is pretty hidden, most cafe lovers have to swing by here because the food they serve here is heavenly and delicious! The food at Merchant’s Lane is a twist of Malaysian dishes and Western dishes. The ambiance in this cafe is quite rustic and chill with their rattan chairs and wooden floors. Keep your eyes open and look out for this cafe above a stationary shop because this place is not somewhere you should miss out on!
Operating Hours:
11:30 AM -9:00 PM (Weekdays Except Wednesday)
10:30 AM – 9:00 PM (Weekends)
Address: 150, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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2. leaf & co. cafe
In the corner of Chinatown, there’s a quaint yet lovely cafe called leaf & co. cafe that you would fall for. Be careful not to miss it though, because it is located on the second floor. The old style ambiance of this cafe makes you feel at ease and nostalgic. You can quench your coffee cravings with their unique coffee such as rose latte and toffee nut latte. If you’re not a fan of coffees,their mojito is also a hit with a refreshing and fruity taste! This cafe is also loved by their salted egg croissants so make sure to try it out!
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Address: 53, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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3. The Hungry Tapir
Vegans and vegetarians, you would love this cafe! The Hungry Tapir is the only vegan and vegetarian cafe in Kuala Lumpur with a full serviced bar! They serve dynamic and fusion based food options of Western and local food that you would love. You should try out their vegan satay and rendang if you’re craving for local food. You can indulge in their food all day because they are open from morning to night! Plus, this cafe is so Instagrammable! Just pick a spot and a pose, and you’ll get the post of the day in no time!
Operating Hours:
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)
12:00 PM – 10:00 PM (Friday and Saturday)
Address: 135, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Instagram: Vegan & Vegetarian Party (@thehungrytapir) • Instagram photos and videos
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Website Info4. Jao Tim
How about some jazz music in the evening at a cafe? Just sipping your cup of coffee and enjoying some good food as your ears are satisfied with a slow rhythm of jazz. You can experience all of this at Jao Tim! Jao Tim is a rustic and humble cafe that holds jazz jamming sessions. Get your coffee fix here or try out their special drink called Root Joe which is a root beer with double shots of espresso. Be sure to check for dates and book your tickets because the seats will be booked quite fast!
Operating Hours:
11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday)
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (Friday and Saturday)
Address: 61, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Instagram: J A O T I M (@jaotimkl) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook: Jao Tim – Home | Facebook
5. Bubble Bee Cafe
Bubble Bee Cafe is one of the perfect places to get your brunch because they serve top-notch breakfast food to start your day with. This cafe has toasts, waffles, sandwiches, croissants, and more! You should really try out their egg waffle topped with ice cream and other toppings too! Bring it out to go and make it as your little prop during your tourist date in Petaling Street. Bubble Bee Cafe is also great for people who need a quiet place to chill or to work as this cafe has a relaxing ambiance with friendly staffs.
Operating Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (Everyday Except Tuesday)
Address: 139, Jalan Petaling, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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Website Info6. Lim Kee Cafe at Tian Jing Hotel
Have yourself a classic brunch at Lim Kee Cafe. Their coffees are great for a slow, relaxing morning and you can get the nostalgic roti kahwin and boiled eggs here. Aside from the classic dishes, their cakes are something you should try out because they are superb! Lim Kee Cafe is a friendly neighbourhood cafe that is named after the owner. This cafe is actually a part of the Tian Jing Hotel, situated right above the cafe. So if you see a signboard that says ‘Tian Jing’, that’s where it is!
Operating Hours: 9.30 AM – 6:00 PM
Address: 66-68, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Instagram: Lim Kee Cafe (@limkeecafe) • Instagram photos and videos
Facebook: Lim Kee Cafe | Facebook
7. Lucy In The Sky
Be more at ease when you drink a cup of coffee from Lucy In The Sky cafe! Aside from their excellent coffee with delicate coffee art, you can also grab your brunch, lunch or tea time here! Lucy In The Sky has recommended pastas and eggs benedict that you should try out! Their pancakes are also great for a light yet filling treat! This cafe has a simple and rustic ambiance which would make you feel more relaxed and forget about the chaotic life for just a few moments.
Operating Hours: 10:00 AM -6:00 PM (Everyday Except Tuesday)
Address: Ground 167, Jalan Tun H S Lee, Kuala Lumpur City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Federal Territory of Kuala Lumpur
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8. Mingle Cafe
From the outside, the Mingle Cafe will give you that stranded and mysterious feeling but fret not, you’d be in awe with its interior, the coffee and delicious food once you try out this cafe! If you’re a cake lover, you’d be in awe with their choices of cakes. But don’t be shy, no one’s gonna judge you for ordering more than one cake at once! Aside from mouth-watering cakes and aromatic coffee, Mingle Cafe also has mains that are based from Western and local food too! So why don’t you have a fulfilling lunch with one the mains and end it with a good cake?
Operating Hours: 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Address: 55, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
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Facebook: Mingle Cafe 名樂閣 – Home | Facebook
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