Cheras Cafe Guide: 13 Spots with IG-Worthy Vibes and Fantastic Food!
Need your caffeine fix while youâre in KL but tired of the usual spots? Luckily for you, tons of cafes are scattered across KL, albeit a bit hiddenâbut thatâs part of the fun!
For instance, one of the best places to go cafe hunting in KL is Cheras, a local suburb beloved for its bustling food scene. It features countless cosy nooks and trendy hotspots that offer amazing coffee, brunch and a nice spot where you can chill with your friendsâor by yourself!
The real challenge here is separating which of these are worth checking out from those that youâre better off ignoringâthatâs where I come in! As a coffee lover myself, Iâve been to a handful of these cafes so I can share with you the best ones Cheras has to offer.
The Mechanic Cafe
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Address: No 135-1A&B
Contact details: +60 3-9544 2373
Operating hours:
- Weekdays: 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM
- Weekends: 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Cost: $$
The Mechanic Cafe is a hip spot in the suburb that offers creative concoctionsâand theyâre all great! Aside from the usual espresso-based coffee, you can also grab one of their signature drinks like the âSunburnâ, which is a mixture of espresso, sparkling water and lemon juice.
They also serve unique lattes where they incorporate interesting ingredients such as rose syrups and honeycombs. Meanwhile, you can order their amazing non-coffee drinks like matcha lattes, milk chocolate and rose milk if youâre not into caffeine.
Lastly, The Mechanic Cafe also offers a solid selection of food ranging from savoury meals to sweet delights. For instance, you can start your meal with a messy plate of truffle mushroom pasta and end it with a nice sweet chocolate cookie croissantâthe possibilities are endless!
Pro tip:
If youâre looking to order something for sharing, ordering their truffle butter with sourdough is one of the best decisions you can make! Their truffle butter is to die for and the bread is perfectly crunchy and airy at the same time.
Bond Cafe
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Address: 10a, Jalan Kaskas 4
Contact details: +60 3-7496 6309
Operating hours: Tuesday to Sunday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Cost: $$
Hidden in Cheras Business Centre, Bond Cafe is a cosy little nook that offers a safe haven for those looking to escape the busy hustle and bustle. Donât be fooled by its unassuming exterior, as its baristas can whip up the best espresso-based coffee in the city!
They offer a limited but solid selection of coffee, from cold brews to mochas, white, black and more. If you have a sweet tooth, they also offer affogato, which is entirely carried by their delicious and silky vanilla ice cream.
Their menu also boasts Vietnamese and Western-inspired dishes such as Thai bowls, bibimbap, Vietnamese noodles and of course, your proven and tested Avocado toast. Meanwhile, if youâre looking for something sweet and savoury, you must get their French toast with bacon and syrup.
Pro tip:
End your meal on a sweet note by ordering their burnt cheesecake! This delicious and crumbly dessert will send you on pure bliss but if you want to add more sweetness into the mix, you can also add on a scoop of ice cream for RM5.Â
Project Happiness
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Address: 12g, Jalan Kasturi 3, Kasturi Business Plaza
Contact details: +60 12-343 4785
Operating hours: Daily from 10:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Cost: $$
Project Happiness instantly put a smile on our faces during our first visit, as we were greeted by the aroma of their freshly baked pastries as soon as we entered their doors. Among these delights, the biggest highlight for us is their croissants, as they are super flakey and fluffy.
Furthermore, their croissants are packed to the brim with different types of fillings, ranging from savoury to sweet. One of the best examples of this is their salted egg croissant served with a side of vanilla ice creamâtrust us, this works!
If thatâs not in your lane, you can also try their wide selection of waffles like their buttermilk fried chicken, which is a hearty and savoury meal that will leave you feeling full. Meanwhile, you can order their Summer Berries Waffle if youâre looking for something fruitier and sweeter.
Pro tip:
If youâre looking to try something more local, they also serve a great version of nasi lemak, Malaysiaâs national dish! They also offer a sambal prawn pasta if youâre looking for something with more kick.
Hello Summer
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Address: 276, Jln Cheras, Maluri
Contact details: +60 3-9286 7657
Operating hours: Daily from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Cost: $$
If youâve watched tons of K-dramas over the years, then Hello Summer should be right up your alley! It will immediately transport you to those cute and minimalist Seoul cafes, boasting beautiful wooden furniture and an overall white motif.
As for the food, you can enjoy various authentic Japanese dishes like their sukiyaki, which is like a steamboat dining experience. Here, you can grill various types of Australian-grade beef that will melt in your mouth or dip them in flavourful broths.
Donât worry though because on paper, this is still a cafe so you can still expect to get your caffeine fix here through their latte and black coffee. The real highlight here, however, is their selection of refreshers, featuring watermelon iced tea, summer matcha and more.
Pro tip:
If youâre not too hungry for grilled slices of meat, we recommend ordering their poke bowl salmon and tuna. Itâs not too light but itâs not too filling eitherâplus, itâs one of the healthier options on their menu!
Chye Seng Foo Coffee Shop
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Address: 268, Jln Cheras, Taman Miharja
Contact details: +60 16-349 4931
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
- Friday to Sunday: 10:30 AM to 9:00 PM
Cost: $$
If you have a sweet tooth, then Chye Seng Foo Coffee Shop should be on your radar because it offers a wide array of decadent cakes. These come in different flavours such as double chocolate to honey houjicha, matcha and moreâweâre salivating just thinking about them!
They also serve a myriad of cheesecakes that are perfectly crumbly on the outside and silky on the inside. You can either get the original version or try their matcha and Lotus Biscoff flavours (personally, we love all of them!).
You can also enjoy a nice cup of joe along with your dessert, as they offer everything from flat whites to cafe lattes, macchiatos and more. Furthermore, they serve other beverages like matcha, tea and juices for all the non-coffee peeps out there.
Pro tip:
If youâre looking to start your nightlife in KL early, you can also order one of their refreshing cocktails! They offer seasonal flavours that incorporate different types of fruits and even coffee!Â
Bookmark Coffee
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Address: A-G-1, Medan Connaught Centre Point
Contact details: +60 10-357 1305
Operating hours: Daily from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM
Cost: $$
As someone who loves Western food, I feel lucky to live somewhere near places like Bookmark Coffee! This cafe serves all the staples of this cuisine, from chicken chops to carbonara, fish and chips as well as local delicacies like smoked duck, which by the way, is super delicate!
The best thing about this cafe is that for every cafe latte you order, youâll get a complimentary coffee artâpretty cool! These artworks arenât your typical flower or swan imagery too but instead are full portraits of people as well as charming cartoons.
You wouldnât order these lattes for their art alone, as they come in spectacular flavours as well such as butterscotch and salted caramel. One latte we were surprised to see was their apple cafe latte, which we wouldâve never thought was a great coffee flavour.
Pro tip:
Consider coming here if youâre a vegetarian! They offer an extensive meatless menu that boasts dishes such as meatless sambal pasta and fried mushroom egg rice.
Aurelia Autelier (Suirinmi)
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Address: 19, Jalan 1/119, Taman Bukit Hijau
Contact details: +60 12-665 8443
Operating hours: Thursday to Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Cost: $
Aurelia Autelier is a charming hidden gem that doubles as a jewellery shop. This means that you can shop for the newest accessories before or after drinking your favourite cup of joe!
They feature a relatively limited menu but make no mistake, as this is entirely made up for by the quality of their drinks and dishes. For starters, they offer a delicious orange Americano thatâs sure to wake you up for the rest of the day while providing a nice refreshing zing!
Furthermore, their selection of decadent cakes will keep you busy for hours on end! They offer amazing flavours, from vanilla to chocolate, strawberry, and many other fruits.
Pro tip:
You can treat this place as a dessert shop if you want! Before visiting the cafe, you can dine at the next-door steamboat restaurant Coco Steamboat Cheras Taynton and eat as many slices of meat as you can!
Yue Coffee Bar
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Address: 46a, Jalan Mutiara Barat 6
Contact details: [email protected]
Operating hours: Friday to Wednesday: 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Cost: $$
Yue Coffee Bar is the epitome of a no-frills cafe, boasting simple interior designs and furniture but putting all their efforts into their coffee. They offer tons of variation from your regular dirty latte to your mocha and Americanosâthe works.
Youâll find this hidden gem on the second floor of a store and it offers a peaceful ambience that will comfort you during your coffee session. Plus, it has simple yet cool interior design thatâll give you nooks where you can take Insta-worthy photos.
Lastly, they also offer a wide array of light treats that can pair perfectly with your drink like croissants and sandwiches. You can also order their soup of the day if youâre looking for something that will warm your soul!
Pro tip:
If you want to avoid long queues, we recommend coming here during weekdays, as the place starts to get crowded at around 10:00 AM on weekends.
Happyman Bakeâs
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Address: NO.9, Lorong Jintan 2, Taman Supreme
Contact details: +60 3-7865 4695
Operating hours: Thursday to Tuesday: 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Cost: $$
Happyman Bakeâs is one of the few spots in Cheras that will immediately captivate your senses as soon as you enter its doors. It would be impossible to leave this place with an empty stomach because their freshly baked goods will pique your attention with their aroma.
They have a limited selection but they hit all the right spots! For instance, if youâre looking for something savoury, you can order their BBQ pulled pork sandwich but if you want to satisfy your sweet tooth, you can get their pain au chocolat.
You can also expect to get a premium-quality cup of joe while youâre here! If you want our advice, we recommend their cafe latte, as itâs super rich and creamy without losing the kick of the coffee bean.
Pro tip:
If youâre looking for something more hearty than a pastry, we recommend ordering their pork carbonara or tomato pork stew!Â
Ebony and Ivory Coffee
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Address: 4A, Block P/E
Contact details: +60 13-616 1286
Operating hours: Daily from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Cost: $$
If youâre looking for a quick getaway from the hustle and bustle of the streets of Kuala Lumpur, then Ebony and Ivory Coffee may be the safe haven for you. This hidden cafe welcomes all its guests with its cosy atmosphere where you can enjoy good food and equally great coffee.
One of the biggest highlights here is their wide selection of dishes, ranging from toasts to rice bowls, burgers and more. Among all of them, however, a lot of people agree that their best offering is their Nahm Jim Thai Linguine, which is a pasta dish overloaded with seafood.
If you arenât looking for anything heavy, however, youâre still in good hands! Along with their delicious coffee is an impressive selection of desserts like mango rolls, strawberry tarts, tiramisu and chocolate cakesâjust be sure not to order all of them at once!
Pro tip:
If you want to try something different from your usual coffee drink, we recommend getting their Plum Garden drink. It consists of cold brew coffee, mixed with lime juice, edible flowers and homemade plum syrup.
Poppy Kat
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Address: 34A, Jalan Nadchatiram, Taman Taynton View
Contact details: +60 11-5417 3453
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 11:00 AM to 10:00 PM
- Friday to Sunday: 11:00 AM to 12:00 AM
Cost: $$
Just when you think coffee shops couldnât get better, youâll find a place like Poppy Kat, where you can enjoy your cup of joe amongst the cutest kittens! Itâs one of the best cat cafes in Kuala Lumpur because the place itself is well-maintained even when there are dozens of cats roaming around.
These cats are all adorable and you can play with them after you enjoy sipping your cup of coffee! Speaking of, their coffee here is ridiculously good, whether it be their classic mochas and cappuccinos or their innovative coconut latte and nanas cold brew.
Lastly, their croffles are a close second to their cats when it comes to reasons to visit this place. These croissant-waffle hybrids are super flavourful and can either come in savoury flavours like jalapeno turkey ham or sweet variations such as Biscoff and mixed berries.
Pro tip:
You can also check out their official shop online to see their latest collections of merch. Here, you can score cool t-shirts, tote bags as well as clothes for your cats to make them all the more adorable!
House of Wheat
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Address: 1-5, Menara Mutiara Central, Jalan Desa Aman 1
Contact details: +60 3-9134 6668
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM
- Friday to Sunday: 8:30 AM to 10:00 PM
Cost: $
When it comes to delivering the best sourdough loaves in Cheras, House of Wheat reigns supreme over other cafes! They serve this freshly made bread in a variety of ways such as stuffing it with peri peri chicken, turning it into a tomato bruschetta and more.
This bread is also served in their big breakfast meal where itâs decorated with eggs (your choice of cooking, of course), house-baked beans, sausages and ham. Alternatively, you can also order their croissants, which can also be used to sandwich ingredients like ham, cheese, etc.
These brunch meals are best paired with their beverages like their iced white coffee. If youâre feeling fancy, however, you can freely order a coconut affogato and treat yourself to a nice sweet ice cream on top of your espresso.
Pro tip:
If youâre not into matcha or any of their coffee drinks, we recommend trying their mocktails! These concoctions are alcohol-free and super refreshing since theyâre made with fresh ingredients like passion fruit, lychee and orange.
Akiâs Kohi
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Address: Lot 2-00-07, Ground Floor
Contact details: +60 16-301 8087
Operating hours:
- Monday to Thursday: 9:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Friday to Sunday: 9:30 AM to 9:30 PM
Cost: $
If youâre looking for a minimalist cafe where you can just sit down and enjoy your cup of coffee in peace, then Akiâs Kohi should be in your top spot! This cafe is the perfect definition of simplicity at its finest, boasting an overall white interior and a limited yet extensive menu.
Their coffee selection features classics like lattes and Americanos but they also offer non-coffee drinks like matcha lattes and dark chocolate lattes. These drinks are best paired with their classic croissant, but youâre free to try their blueberry Danish as well!
Meanwhile, if youâre looking to eat something heavier, you can opt for their udon noodles, which can also come in a variety of flavours. Personally, the pesto udon stands out among the rest, especially with its delicious smoked salmon.
Pro tip:
You can also order your pastries and coffees to go and head across the street where you can find Taman Pudu Ulu, one of the largest parks in the area. This way, you can enjoy your afternoon with a nice view!