Best Cafes in PJ

Awesome Canteen truly lives up to its awesome title. This café would ring a bell to most fitness enthusiasts as the food served here is mainly inspired by the paleo diet. For those who don’t speak health and nutrition, a paleo diet involves lots of nuts, berries and meat with minimal to no processed and dairy ingredients. Don’t worry, there are other items on the menu for those of you who want regular food. Headed by a team of husband and wife and seven other business partners, Awesome Canteen began its roots in 2013 and is still going strong today with the café constantly busy over the weekends. The interior is decorated with recycled items with a touch of creativity, especially the plant wall and the vintage items in a glass display.

Union Artisan Coffee at 3Damansara serves a variety of western favourites and cakes. Their signature dishes would be their coffee, chicken chop and seabass ratatouille. Their location at 3Damansara makes them a great place almost in the middle of PJ as a centre point to meet. Coupled with the easy parking within the mall, it's easy to see why this cafe is a winner.

Strangers at 47 is run by 3 young entrepreneurs who all have a passion for good quality and great tasting delicacies. This is a place where strangers from all walks of life can come together with one common interest: food. The interior is decorated similar to most modern café concepts: wooden tables, steel chairs, industrial shelves and concrete walls. Their menu only specialises in crepes and the many different versions they’ve concocted using their culinary powers. The names of these dishes make ordering them pretty darn amazing too. Imagine saying, “I’ll have the Lethal Shrooms and the Purple Rage please”.

This café has become widely popular amongst those who want their caffeine kick at weird hours of the night. Oddly enough, the interior and décor remind a lot of The Brew HouZe. Brick walls all around, a stationary vintage bicycle leaning against the counter, along with other quirky old school items lying around. The guys here love their Nutella, with two of their bestsellers being the Nutella cake and the Upside Down (Nutella-coated glass, topped with milk and a generous scoop of vanilla ice-cream). If you’re looking for something to fill you up, Rekindle offers meals like Smoke Salmon Turkey, Ham Cheese Tomato, Roast Beef and Croissant and of course, freshly brewed coffees to wash it all down.

Bucket B is an exceptionally family friendly cafe, do not be surprised to see the full-time parent having his or her well deserved break while their kids enjoy the amenities. The Cafe is suited to serving up to easily a group of 20 people in a gathering or a small family of 3. The ambiance, food, and beverages would excite both the young and the seasoned.

A favourite of regulars who frequent Bucket B, this british inspired eggs and toast all-rounded breakfast is one that both adults and kids adore. Being a kids menu item, those above said age might feel a tinge of awkwardness ordering this adorable plate of morning goodness, but do not hold yourself back from dipping these buttered sticks of toasts into them runny half-boiled eggs. It is said many adults have this as their favourite dish here. Equipped with a spoon and a fork, one is able to eat and enjoy this meal without getting all messy and sticky as the ones at home or in coffee shops. Imagine your everyday breakfast, just more fun. 

This little, cosy hub is a cafe that fits the 'needle in a hay' phrase very well - it's so well hidden that you need to spend some time walking around for it. However, the journey wouldn't exactly be a waste as the cafe is worth visiting to begin with. The cafe and its decor are simple and even the menu sticks to many classic options, ranging from your favourite and comfort food like Big Breakfast and Egg Benedict. Portions are pretty generous and flavours are on point, so you sure leave this place with a wide smile. 

A cosy little café with a name that’s fun to pronounce over and over again. Coffee Good Golly Miss Molly is nestled in Millennium Square, Section 14 and it does tick necessary boxes as a good neighbourhood coffee joint. Assembled with exposed brick walls and wooden flooring, one can unwind and relax over a good cup of coffee coupled with cakes and pastries. With Artisan Coffee beans found in the hopper, one can expect a pretty decent cup of coffee. Last but not forgetting, they serve good red (rooibos) tea too!

Good Food & Co is a cosy little place in Jaya Shopping Centre, offering a pretty decent variety of Western delights without poking a hole in your wallet. Despite having two floors, seating is fairly limited. As for their food, you'll be glad to know that everything is made fresh upon order, and their popular items include big breakfast, sandwich, baked eggs and pastas. Despite being inexpensive, quality is definitely on point. All and all, if you're looking for something simple, cheap and delicious, Good Food & Co is definitely well worth the visit.

Looking for a place to relieve your stress? Milligrams is the best place to do so! It is situated in a settled neighborhood of Taman Mayang. Milligram has been tantalizing the tastebuds of the people who live around that area with its mouth-watering dishes. There are few signature main dishes of Milligram such as The Mother Porker Burger, The Stringy Bac+Cheese and The Lazy Pig. Milligram serves exquisite desserts too! The Churros Boru, The Ozzie Pancakes, Nestum Bacon French Toast, Jigglypuff Waffle and so on! If you’re a foodie and cafe lover, this is a spot worth adding to your list of cafes to look out for in Selangor.

Bean Brothers has been really popular ever since they've started. This industrial and contemporarily designed cafe was, believe it or not, started in Korea. Though it may not look like it, that's where it comes from and you’re sure to spend a considerable amount of time to take photos. Even the beans are roasted by their own specialist, which ensures both quality and flavour of the beans. That's pretty much what Bean Brothers is all about; stunning design, a cosy place and of course, awesome coffees. So if you call yourself a coffee geek, there is no missing out the Bean Brothers. 

Looking for some Hot Asian Sandwiches to eat for breakfast or brunch? Good Blue Men is definitely the place to be! They have incorporated asian-western sandwiches and they are worth the try. Munch on their signature sandwiches which is the Kam Heong Chicken or Tom Yum Fish.

Are you a dessert lover? Do you enjoy western food? Want to hang out with friends while having good meals? How about Crema Crema PJ? A place where you could enjoy your very own moments with delicious food and drinks. If you love dessert, head there soon! They have shaved ice, icy and cold! Yum! Enjoy it, especially on a scorching hot day! 

Provisions Cafe specialises in baked bread, cakes and coffee in a chill environment. They may not have an extensive menu but what they do serve, they do it well. Must haves include their scrambled egg on toast and also their grilled cheese sandwich which is served with a thick home made tomato soup.

Famed for their salted egg yolk croissants, Le Bread Days has certainly made a name for themselves. This cosy bakery is located just around the corner from SS2. Inside, you'll find that seats are hard to come by but that is well compensated by the sweet aroma of freshly baked pastries and bread. Be it takeaway or dining in, Le Bread Days guarantees that you'll enjoy what they have to offer, even if it does cost a little more than usual. If you're feeling generous, remember to pack some salted egg yolk croissants home for your friends and family.

If you're in the mood for modern desserts, something that will blow your mind both in terms of visual appearance and flavour, then you've got to visit Olfactory Bulb. Located in the buzzing town of Kota Damansara, Olfactory Bulb is a dark, cosy and industrial looking cafe set on the first floor. They specialise in both desserts and alcohol, as they pride themselves as being a mixologist and dessert specialist. Fortunately, these qualities can be seen in their signature 'Yam Sam Oh' dessert, which comprises of crushed waffles, bits of pomelo, crushed tom yam flavoured peanuts, sweetened dried cuttlefish, lemon cream, lime syrup and a scoop of ice cream. The result is absolutely amazing, and definitely worth going for. 

If you're looking for a place to enjoy coffee, and only coffee, then you might like Cottle Coffee. Inside, you'll find that they only serve coffee, but not just any regular ones. Dressed in style with an array of equipment that seems foreign or alien to normal humans, Cottle Coffee is clearly seen as an enthusiast in the coffee industry. But if your tummy demands  yummy food, their sandwiches and cakes do complement your cup of java. So if you're serious about coffee, then Cottle Coffee is definitely a place worth visiting. 

A cafe that prioritise customers time there. Blackwood cafe focuses on making sure customers feel like home. Their layout is designed to give customers the feeling of natural security. It is okay to have a cup of coffee alone and Blackwood Cafe is a suitable place to be to make yourself as comfortable as possible. So head on to Blackwood cafe and have a cup of coffee and snacks especially on that rainy afternoon. 

Situated somewhere in between along Jalan SS2 PJ, Wake Me Up Cafe opened its door to the crowd back in mid 2015 putting forth dishes of Westerners and also some of the local’s favourites.  Tucked in between row of shops overlooking stretch of houses, this cafe is a total gem of the neighbourhood that quietly sits outside of the hustle and bustle of the city and yet the folks who have been here would definitely regard this place as a catch.

If you’re looking for a vintage coffee shop that serves traditional Chinese breakfast, here’s a place you should definitely go and have a try. Freshly made pastry like kaya kok, cheese tart, Hainanese toast, English muffins and so on are what you can find in Bakery Joy! Marinated chicken chop drizzled with their savory mushroom sauce that will definitely tickle your taste bud! Besides that, there are a variety of dishes such as Nyonya Curry Laksa, Hainanese Soup Noodles, Nasi Lemak and Hainanese Chicken Rice. Having a cup of pleasant fragrant coffee and a piece of freshly made pastry is always the best thing to do to brighten up your morning!

Grafa is all about the size! If you like it big, then you've got to pay them a visit. Regardless on whether you order the pasta, sandwich, chicken chop or pretty much anything that is available on their menu, every single one of them is sharing portion! No kidding. Unless of course if you're not a big eater, the portion will most likely feed a family of 3. Grafa is also known as the new-age mamak as people tend to come here when it's getting closer to midnight. The price is also incredibly affordable, so feel free to order as you wish.

Love the smell of coffee beans? Rejoice the relaxing vibe while enjoying your moments at Beans Depot! Not just coffee, try their tasty food too! Just to satisfy customers, they prepare their best quality coffee and food in a friendly atmosphere. Give it a try, you will not regret it!

Cafe Tujoh has a relaxing atmosphere that’s perfect for your next hangout.The cafe mainly focuses on Western dishes, such as spaghetti, breakfast platter, salad, etc. There are also some coffees and various teas for people to choose from. What is more attractive is the various handmade cakes placed in the glass freezer. In addition to the usual chocolate cakes, you can also taste cakes with tofu flower flavor and cendol flavor!For shared starters, highly recommended to go for the calamari fritos and cheesy crispy nachos. For the main course, salmon lovers should get the pan-seared salmon glazed with ebiko, where they serve a generous amount of salmon fillet. 

A little spot away from the usual square in Damansara Uptown. The cafe is brightly lit with a lot of plants around the cafe.Coffee lover must try, they serve amazing cappuccino, perfectly steamed milk at the right temperature and with great blended beans. One of the classic French pastry,the Canelé’s outer layer is pretty hard but the inside is soft and moist. Their banana loaf is a bit dense but you can see slices of banana in it. Not too sweet too.Wanna try something new?Nasi Lemak served it on toast? Who would think it turns out delicious. 

If you like croissants, do not miss it, it has plenty to offer at a very reasonable price and the taste is very good. Yin’s Sourdough  Bakery and Cafe made croissants which are different from the French type. It is a simple and basic bakery that offers a range of baked goodies, all pleasantly displayed and effectively presented. As a pastry/bread lover, did not hesitate at all to come try it!