8 Cozy Neighbourhood Cafes You Can Get Your Caffeine and Instagram Fix From

Each café has their own unique identity and distinctive taste. But what some people (like us) look for in a café apart from great food and coffee, is the ambience. Who wouldn’t like the idea of skipping the crowded mall and instead, lepaking at a favourite, cosy, neighbourhood café? You end up feeling so comfortable to the point you don’t even want to leave! In light of that, we’ve strained the best cafés around the Klang Valley that you can visit and enjoy with your family and friends.

Cake Jalan Tiung

Founded by Shafinaz and Hidzad back in 2014, these former bankers have gone a long way from their banking days to baking days. The duo now runs Cake Jalan Tiung, a cake shop serving coffee and “handcrafted rustic styled bakes” in the heart of Section 9, Shah Alam. In case you’re wondering, the café isn’t located at Jalan Tiung, but it’s where Shahfinaz and Hidzad live and started their business.

This café is favoured by not only youngsters, but also families who like to spend their afternoon or evening with the palatable cake spread Cake Jalan Tiung has to offer. The minimal, open concept of the café gives a very cozy vibe to its patrons. The cake menu varies from week to week, so there’s even more reasons to visit them frequently.

The most popular item on the menu would be their Salted Caramel & Chocolate Cake, and Berry Sue Pavlova. We, at Rojak Daily, however, would highly recommend their Tiung Mess (Cake Jalan Tiung’s version of Eton Mess) and their 4C Chocolate Chip Cookies that will leave you wanting more. Seriously, we’re still thinking about how sedap their cookies are!

Instagram: @cakejalantiung Contact no: 012 878 7258 Outlets: Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah J 9/J, Section 9, Shah Alam and Menara Naza TTDI Section 13, Shah Alam

Kopimeo

Sometimes you don't mind traveling a little further for a memorable gastronomy experience.? Nice ? @azian.s____ #repost ・・・ Heading all the way from Putrajaya to Shah Alam to try menu from Kopimeo. Pasta Gulai Lemak and Spaghetti Ikan Masin are sooo yummy. Thumbs up for the great combination of Malay cuisine and western food. Sedap sangat lah menu nieh!??? #kopimeo #mtgselangor #jjcmselangor #shahalam

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Kopimeo Special French Toast. Fresh made brioche bread soaked in a special custard, coated with crushed cornflakes. Crunchy, soft, sweet, warm and cold at the same time! So good we kid you not! #frenchtoast #dessert #yummy #cafehopmy #malaysiancafes #eeeeeats #kopimeo

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yummy ?

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Just further up from Cake Jalan Tiung, is Kopimeo. Their Instagram bio is “jolly good comfort food and coffee”, which actually lives up to its promises. They offer a wide variety of western-fusion cuisine that you’d never ever imagine. One of their most unique offerings is the pairing of spaghetti with the traditional Malay dish, lemak masak udang cili padi. Who would’ve thought that the marriage between these two vastly different dishes would result in one of the most brilliant gastronomical experience we’ve ever had? Apart from that, their lamb mess dish is highly sought after and they have an awesome house rule – you can only eat it by hand.

Since the café’s name has the word ‘kopi’ in it, you know you’re getting a cup of good, wholesome coffee after placing an order. Kopimeo also has a range of mouthwatering desserts that will compliment your coffee perfectly. From their Kopimeo Special French Toast to their Ferrero Roche cake, their sweet, sinful delights will never disappoint.

Instagram: @kopimeo Contact: 03 5886 2643 Address: 29, Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah B 9/B, Section 9, Shah Alam

Seraph Awaken

The only one nice and 3rd generation ☕️cafe in klang town. . #igersmalaysia #igersmalaya #mytravelguide #cafehopping

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There's always time for coffee and there's always room for cake (: . . #perfectkindofsunday #sundayfunday #teatime #hibicuscoffee #specialbrew #handbrew #lightcheesecake #seraphawaken #flatlay #coffeecake #tiles #donteatmyfeed

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White Magic, Rose Lychee and my usual Cafe Latte. Perfection! #vscocam #saturday

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If you’d like to take a break from all of the hipster cafés, Seraph Awaken will take you back in time to where the nostalgic kopitiams served unbeatable coffees and roti bakar. Aptly located in the heart of Little India in Klang, this café will help you reminisce the yesteryears you’ve spent with your family or friends at your local kopitiams.

Husband and wife team, Cheau See and Chun Hoong, took over a former 87-year-old kopitiam, Wah Yuen, and maintained the original facade and furniture of the shop. They mainly serve coffee, so you know you’re getting the real deal here. Their popular brews are their signature hibiscus coffee, Guatemala Antigua blend, and lattes.

Instagram: @seraph_awaken Contact: 012 290 6860 Address: 28, Jalan Stesen 1, 41000 Klang (Nearby Klang KTM station)

Dotty’s

Dear friends of Dotty's, as per our new extended operation hours from 8AM - 8PM, our kitchen will be serving salted egg yolk croissant doughnuts at this following time: 11AM, 1PM & 3PM daily. Due to operational exigencies, we will only start serving our croissant doughnuts tomorrow. However, our other delicious pastries and breads are awaiting for you today ?

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Tomorrow is the last day for you to try our Ramadhan set menu. We will be closing early on Monday, 4th July at 4PM and we will be closed from 5th to 12th July for Hari Raya break. Satisfy your cravings now before you hit the road for your balik kampung journey! ???? Credit: @juneho_hohoho

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Dear friends of Dotty's and le Petit Dotty's. We're pleased to introduce to you our Petit Tea Menu to satisfy your afternoon cravings. This menu offers different dishes daily and is available on weekdays from 3 - 6PM. You may savour this delicious set for only RM22.90. Do follow us on our social media as we will be introducing more exciting products and promotions!

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Honestly, have you ever seen people queueing up for a salted egg-yolk cronut? This was the case with Dotty’s, a quaint, little café situated along the bustling roads of TTDI. Cronuts weren’t very popular in Malaysia a few years back, but since the rise of salted-egg-yolk-everything last year, Dotty’s jumped on the bandwagon and used cronuts to create one of the most egg-citing pastries ever.

Their range of delectable pastries and cakes will not only win over your taste buds, but also your Instagram flatlays. #DessertGoals. They also serve wholesome meals such as burgers, pastas, and many more. So, if you’re planning to go, it’s best to go early in the morning to avoid long queues or even worse, sold out salted-egg-yolk cronuts.

Instagram: @mydottys Contact: 03 7733 4233 Address: 20-G, Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad 2, Taman Tun Dr. Ismail, Kuala Lumpur

Upstairs Café

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"Ancient rule of twenty one, if you do anything for 21 days in a row, it will be installed as a habit" -the monk who sold his Ferrari. thank you @ceymone for the ? #upstairscafe #mocha #cafehopkl #cafehop #redvelvet

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Today's brunch ?

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Ask any Subang Jaya residents about this café, and straight off the bat they’ll tell you where it’s located and what you should order. Upstairs Café has been around for quite some time now and they’re probably one of the OGs of “hipster cafés” in Klang Valley.

The café is located on the first floor (hence, the name Upstairs) and has a very cozy ambience that’ll make you feel right at home. They serve signature pastas, all-day breakfast, and a great variety of coffee. So, what should you get? Well, everything off the menu are equally delicious, but we’d really like to recommend their red velvet cake and hot latte for first-timers. You won’t regret it!

Instagram: @upstairscafe Contact: 03 5611 1950 Address: 1st Floor, SS12/1B, 47500, Subang Jaya

Xiao by Crustz

Still in the mood of... . . . #cakeporn #cake #instacake #dessert #xiaobycrustz #instadessert

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#xiaobycrustz #dessert #patisserie #cafekl #klfood #cafehopping #cafehopkl #foodporn #petitgateau

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Xiao by Crustz was founded by Koh Xiao-Ly, a young lass who’s very passionate about pastries. She’s been baking and running her own pastries/cakes business at the tender age of 21 (seriously, what have we been doing at that age?!). This lady boss found her true calling after she completed her A-levels and started working in F&B to gain experience. When she first opened her café, her pastries were all sold out within a staggering 45 minutes! Despite the initial objection from her parents, she followed her heart and look where she is today!

Xiao-Ly specialises in French patisseries and has an artistic vision that even Buddy from Cake Boss will be jealous of. Her café has small booths and partitions between it, giving customers a more intimate setting and privacy. She produces limited quantity of pastries each day to maintain her quality, so be sure to be there before doors open. The most popular item off her menu would be the extravagant La Vie en Rose.

Instagram: @xiaobycrustz Contact: 016 211 0932 Address: Happy Mansion, B-G-6, Section 17, Petaling Jaya, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Kulcats Barrio

Aduhaii My fav Barrio Mudpie ? Only at @kulcats #barriomudpie

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Dinner? #kulcatsbarrio #kulcats #bestservedKUL

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Drink coffee and eat cake. #kulcatsbarrio #kulcats #bestservedKUL

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Just looking at their Instagram feed will give you a gastronomical mini-heart attack. Kulcats, a fancier term for “cool cats”, are definitely the coolest cats in town with their variety of mouthwatering menu. They serve a wide range of Italian food, from pizzas to pastas, western food – burgers, short ribs, hot dogs, chicken dishes – and even some local comfort flavours such as mee curry, kuay teow, and Hainanese chicken rice. To sum it up, it’s basically a foodie’s haven! Plus, it’s a place you can bring even your pickiest friend.

To top off your dining experience, they serve a scrumptious assortment of cakes and desserts. Churros, pavlovas, mudpies, and chocolate puddings are just the tip of the iceberg. A trip to Kulcats Barrio will leave you smiling and dreaming about how good the food was the whole day. Happy tummy, happy you.

Instagram: @kulcats Contact: 03 7733 3420 Address: 35, Lorong Rahim Kajai 13, Taman Tun Dr Ismail, 60000 Kuala Lumpur

Souka Bakeshop

Our banoffee pie got an upgrade today. You do know we make whole pies for celebration too. Call us to enquire more ? #soukabakes #mukhacafe #halalbakery #banoffeepie #malaysiancafes #klcoffeespots #sayajual #eatdrinkkl #trulyratemy

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Today we're testing out something extraordinaire in Souka SS15 bake kitchen! Paddlepop Cheesecake served with fluffy Cotton Candy! So much yums like eating clouds ☁️☁️☁️ Also available at Souka SS15 1. Berry Pavlova 2. Death by Nutella 3. Cotton Cheesecake 4. Salted Caramel Vanilla 5. Salted Caramel Chocolate 6. Jaffa Orange Chocolate 7. Hummingbird 8. Red Velvet 9. Assorted Cupcakes 10. Lotsa cookies! #deepavali #deepavalisale #deepavali2016

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Helloooo long weekend! Both Souka TTDI & Souka SS15 open to cater to you!

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With their tagline “bringing sweetness to your soul”, Souka Bakeshop will delight even the bitterest soul on Earth. Having two outlets in neighbourhood areas – one in Subang Jaya, and another one in TTDI – this café serves as the perfect backdrop for families and friends to catch up while sipping on a good cup of coffee.

Souka offers a wide range of cakes and desserts, and their menu changes occasionally. So, it’s like winning a mysterious lucky draw – you’ll never know what you’ll get with each visit! Apart from serving cakes that’ll please your tummy and soul, their cakes are visually impeccable and will soothe your artistic eyes. Just look at how exquisite their Paddle Pop Cheesecake and Banoffee Pie are!