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.

Isn’t it always a hassle looking for the perfect place to plant your notebooks and laptops and actually get some work done? And if you did find one, it’s typically congested already. Drop your worry, say hello to Sudo Brew, a cafe that operates 24/7. They also took the initiative to provide you a high internet speed facility that will certainly get the gears grinding. You’re looking at dedicated cubicles, seats, and table lamps; all prepared for your convenience at all times. Not forgetting a decent selection of cafe grubs, cakes and coffees to keep you motivated. Well, who needs a house when you have Sudo Brew?

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. 

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”.

Juus Tea is a special concoction made by Juus Cafe that is sure to put your juice palettes on a ride and a run for your money. The acidity is met with mellow sweetness and comes in 2 forms. 'Fruity Tea' is made up of Lemon, Orange, Apple, Carrot, Organic Green Tea, and Raw Wildflower Honey. 'Lemonade Tea' is made up of Lemon, Pineapple, Orange, Organic Green Tea, and Raw Wildflower Honey. 

This small and cozy cafe has a clean nature look fitted with antique-hipster furnishings. Creating an environment best fit for 1-on-1 meetings or an evening chat with a friend.

Bofe recently turned a year old and the name still resonates well with new and regular patrons. An acronym for ‘Best of everything’, Bofe’s menu covers a delicious fusion of flavours with an extensive range of food from salads to lamb chops. In addition, they serve a selection of fresh juice combos without adding water or sugar (The way juices should be!). The whole set up is really inviting — imperfect white brick walls, teal coloured pillows and wooden tabletops that emit a cosy and relaxed ambience. Coffee isn’t the best here; more people come for the food and stay for the company. On the plus side, prices for the portions here are quite affordable so no worries about burning a hole in your pocket to enjoy a nice meal with friends and family.

Tucked in the super-sized mall of Sunway Pyramid, Tulip serves as a comfortable and cosy café for shoppers and customers to sit down, unwind, and relax. The interior is pleasant and spacious, while the service is unpretentious. However, the real deal is feast your eyes and taste buds in a variety of sublime porky delights - from a Pork Cordon Bleu, which molten cheese emerges with every prod of the fork; Roasted Pork with an utmost amber and brittle skin; and a contending block of sloppy burger. For pork lovers, this is a pilgrim, but if you're not into porky affair, you do have choices too. 

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!

If you are looking for a place to enjoy some of the best seafood platters around, H Gallery Cafe's seafood platter simply cannot be missed. Meant to be shared up to 4 persons, the platter is generously filled with shrimps, mussels, crabs, and octopus. Greens are also not to be forgotten with nicely balled potatoes really highlighting the dish apparently apart from the seafood. The special sauce is rich with black pepper yet with a hint of spiciness can be tasted also. The sauce altogether offers a burst of flavours that further complements the ocean dwellers. 

Although the trend of Korean Bingsu isn't over yet, Japanese shaved ice Kakigori had already stepped in. Located in Taman Paramount, Kakigori is a dessert cafe that promises awesome Japanese shaved ice, which is great to counter the heat of the country. However, there isn't much on the menu, with only about 5 in total, but each one of them is delicately crafted from scratch. You'll find the tea-variant to be particularly popular, especially the green tea and hojicha, while the others look really pretty and colourful, in other words, sure to boost up your Instagram likes. 

Sandwiches and waffles, both of these simple yet endless possibilities of exploration are what Fest Cafe at Jaya One is all about. It is opened and currently operated by 3 best friends, for as they've known each other since the age of 7. One unique dish that makes this cafe really popular is the Lemak Sandwich, where the waffle is filled between two slices of bread. Now, it's not just any ordinary waffle, but a chicken infilled waffle instead. The entire dish is packed with flavour, both from the spices and ingredients used. It's a simple sandwich, but unique nonetheless.

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. 

I am 80s Cafe is a simple, warm and homey cafe located SS5, PJ. What's really fun about this place is the 'No Idea' dish, where they decide what's best for you. It's a bit like Omakase, but cafe version. So if you're bored or uncertain of what to have, you could simply order the 'No Idea' and get it over with. No worries, it's not going to be live squid or anything peculiar, but it's always nice to be surprised. So if you're into that sort of thing, just head on down to I am 80s Cafe! 

The infamous cafe is a big trendsetter among their many competitors amidst the PJ hub, as it is not just any ordinary cafe. This hip outlet boasts an impressive interior decor that would remind you of a design studio in Australia. Also, bookworms will be happy to know that there is a little library. Aside from that, a delicious array of pastries, tarts and cakes such as apple strudels, pain au chocolat and mocha swirls, to name a few. Hence, there's no surprise to see many flocking over to Battery Acid Club for some snapshots and good coffee. 

Living up to its name, "Otherwise", you'd expect a total different ambiance in this cafe. It is a wedding photography studio with makeup and hair services by day, and transformed into a tastefully adorned hangout space during the evening. 

In fact, this is one of the cafes that gets raves for detail, from the classic music playing at background, to all the vintage antiques at every nook and corner of the cafe.

Under the rustic atmosphere that makes us feel like we have stepped back in time, the best accompaniments would be a warm, comforting cup of coffee and a slice of homemade cake. 

If you are intrigued by themed cafe, it makes the best reason for your next visit here. Hot food is not served at the moment, but coffee and dessert are good enough for you to stay for the entire lazy afternoon.

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.

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. 

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 cafe does not only need to remind you of brunch - Koh Xiao Ly, a superb patisserie believes a good cafe should come with good vibes and good desserts. The young owner showers her passion creatively with delicate and exquisite pastries and sweet desserts in this lovely bakery-styled cafe. Looking at the presentations and creative flavour combinations, one can never deny that each and every item served is made with close scrutiny. Overall, it’s a distinctive French parlour but the tiny tables and seats would fit guests visiting as a couple rather than as a group. 

As the name clearly suggests, the Glass House is a brightly-lit cafe that dons many high windows and sliding door entrances, which emits a minimalistic flair to the cafe. Added with the white decor and theme, it’s almost every Instagrammer's dream cafe spot. Amazing ambience aside, their coffee is also not to be missed, as the cafe offers an impressive selection of single origins and blends by respected roasters from across the globe. If you need a partner for your cup of Joe, check out their decent selection of pastries, sandwiches and cakes.

Damansara Jaya peeps would enjoy Second Sundays on every day of the week if they can. The cafe offers delightful plates of brunch recipes, but the infamous pandan pancakes caught the hearts of many in no time, since their opening. Also, be sure of ending your meal with their deconstructed yoghurt ice cream, which is playful and colourful. On top of that, the place itself is nicely lit from the windows, creating a space where you can take marvellous looking shots for your Instagram.  Overall, it's a great place to hop over, be it for a quick lunch or a chill tea time session. 

Sometimes, the ambience of a cafe plays a great role in a guest's perspective. Jeq's does not only offer good food but a cosy ambience to boot as well. This makes Jeq In The House the perfect place to catch a meal or to simply have a cuppa after a long day. Their food does not scream simple at all, as each dish is carefully curated with special recipes; like their citrus grilled chicken salad with honey mustard dressing, spicy crevette aglio olio. If you’re looking for something a little common, look forward to their egg benedict which tows along a beautiful presentation. 

Gee & Geek is a quirky cafe that serves one of a kind dishes, besides their already-awesome coffee. One of their latest creations includes salted egg yolk pasta with roast pork! For sugar junkies, don’t miss out their towering and colourful parfaits. Here's a fun fact - Gee and Geek are actually one of the very few contemporary cafes that sit on a street that's better known for kopitiam and hawker stalls. Which is great; because now you can enjoy a cup of freshly brewed coffee after some hawker food, perhaps? 

Ever first diners would describe Brats as a chic, rusted, minimal cafe but no one could've guessed it as actually a hot dog parlour in reality. In fact, the large, courtyard reminds most of a contemporary art museum. When it comes to food, their hot dogs do not fail at all. All their hot dogs are prepared in-house, and currently they serve seven different hot dogs with four variations with pork sausages, two with chicken, and one with beef & pork combined. Hot dog lovers, a delightful jaw workout guaranteed. 

Fans of pies, you've got to pay this place a visit! As the name suggests, A Pie Thing does not joke about pies, and their priority is seen to be placed within the fillings of a pie, as well as the crust that holds everything together. Both savoury and dessert pies are available, with the dessert ones being more popular - especially the marshmallow chocolate pie. Bring over your friends and share the delicious pies around the table, oh yea, Instagram too. On top of that, aromatic cups of coffee are available and would be a great pair to their pies.

This cafe may sound generic, but they do serve what is intended. Located in the bustling town of Damansara Uptown, Bingsu Cafe has garnered quite the hit amongst various Korean pop culture fans. Also, with the ridiculous weather in Malaysia, it's easy to see why people flock all the way there. After all, shaved ice is getting popular recently and with the various play of flavours, something as simple as that can be made interesting. Whatever the flavour may be, one thing is for sure, you’re going to win lots of likes in social media. 

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. 

Planning to get your arteries blocked and livers damaged, then you've come to the right place. Ampersands by Culinary Rebels is home to awesome ribs and of course, their unique big breakfast as well. Most of the dish are served on a banana leaf, making it look really rustic and natural. The flavours from both their signature ribs as well as big breakfast are evident, and their portion is extremely huge. Other meaty goodness are their roasted chicken and chicken wings. So, it's recommended to come with friends to enjoy more from them!

Frisson is a dark and cosy cafe that is located in Damansara Uptown, along the road that virtually has no parking at any given time of the day. However, all your efforts will worthwhile when you have a taste of what they have to offer. Stunning array of pastas with different flavours and combinations are some of Frisson's best work, as well as their coffees. Despite having a typical cafe outlook, one can expect unsuspected dishes like ayam masak merah and fish head curry. Last but not least, you've got to try out their Affogato, which is a great dessert to end the meal with. 

Located in Sunway Nexis, you can expect Ziffy Cafe to be as good as it looks. With a minimalist, yet modern design choices as its aesthetic, this two-storey cafe boasts a mini stage on its second floor, which makes it perfect for entertainment for those who are coming in at night and looking to have a good time your pals. Coupled with great food, you can definitely expect a great time with your friends.

You can't miss out waffles when it comes to a perfect dessert. But with Waffuru, waffles are perfect for breakfast, lunch and dinner. They have a variety of waffle-based dishes -- from savoury to sweet! Waffuru serves other dishes like spaghetti as well if you do not crave for waffles. What's more interesting is, they let customers choose what type of toppings they want to have on their waffles!

Located right at Tropicana Avenue is a cottage like cafe which also acts as a boutique and flower shop. Have you ever tried colour tea such as their Butterfly Pea Tea which is made and infused from the blue pea flower. Give your undivided attention to the  Unicorn Tear Drop – the famous Japanese Raindrop Cake that appears like rain drop, jiggles like jelly. The cafe has their version served with ground hazelnut and honey, instead of usual soy bean powder and brown sugar syrup.

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.

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. 

Brasaria goes the distance to make the experience distinctive via South American-themed complements like yellow rice with raisins; grilled sweet potatoes, pineapples & plantain; & charred corn - even the coleslaw, mashed potatoes & beetroot salad convey a pleasant zing. 

Located in a small area of Sungai Buloh comes a welcoming cozy cafe that serves Taiwan inspired dishes. Their signature being the Lu Rou rice gives a great taste like home. Try out their Otak-otak Egg Don which is an omelette that wraps up rice and other ingredients. Heartwarming meals to satisfy your empty tummy. 

Situated somewhere in between along Jalan SS2 PJ, Wake Me Up Cafe not long ago opened its door to the crowd back in mid 2015 putting forth dishes of Westerners and also some of the local’s favorites.  Tucked in between row of shops overlooking stretch of houses, this cafe is a total gem of the neighborhood 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.

Vine Cafe is located by the entrance of the beautiful Starling Mall. The menu has a vast variety of savory and sweet creations which is something to look forward to when you're into Western Cuisine. Here at Vine Cafe, diners can enjoy a pork-free selection of delectable that includes pasta, burgers, sandwiches, pizza, mains and desserts. 

This cafe is based on the loft style concept, with the simplistic charm of minimalism, offering an ambiance that is appealing especially to younger people and family with young children.