0 000000 00000 0 TRAVELLER KUALA LUMPUR DEC - 2023 40 TRAVEL GUIDE GASTRONOMY 10 Rated Cafes to Visit in Kuala Lumpur Feel For Yourself The Pleasent Atmosphere Of The Cafe reallygreatsite.com THINGS TO KNOW Hidden Cafe Around KL That You Should Go To 10 Instagrammable Cafe To Visit
TRAVEL TABLE OF CONTENTS Light Capture by H.O.N Cafe 01 Pokok KL Cafe 02 Broom Artisan Bakery 03 Shan Mu Cafe 04 9 10 STYLE Ruma Puteh 05 Elephant’s Resort 06 Drip Drip Cafe 07 Happy Hour Club Cafe 08 The Lemon Tree Cafe Kleptokrat Cafe
EDITORIAL TEAM BGN230110697 BGN230110674 AHMAD FAHIM NAUFAL BIN ZAHAIMI If music be the food of love, play on. BGN230110598 QURRATUN NABILA BINTI AHMAD IDHAM When aroma meets ambiance. TEHA A cafe should remove you from the mundane burdens of everyday life and transport you to another world. NURUL FADILLAH BINTI YUSMADI A good cafe is like a second home. MUHAMMAD FARIZ BIN AZMAN You don't need a silver fork to eat good food. BGN230110612 BGN230110745
Light Capture by H.O.N Even before stepping inside, the charm of this cafe, designed by a local artist, sure will captivates you. The interior boasts fully exposed brick walls decorated with plants, and accompanied by relaxing music that creates a calm and cozy ambiance. Despite the dim lighting, the cafe still provides good visibility, making every corner perfect for Instagram or any other social media site. Light Capture by H.O.N. was located at Jalan Tun HS Lee. The cafe is a bit hard to see due to its vintage design, which is similar to an old building. Immediately after you step into the cafe, you will feel invited by the pleasant smell of coffee and by the staff's lovely greeting and smile. The menus they offered were very mouth-watering. I personally recommend you to try their cheff-kiss spaghetti, which is spicy salted egg spaghetti. The combination of creaminess and spiciness was balanced. I'm pretty sure you won't regret it. Although their main courses are only served after 11 a.m., instead you can try their delightful and tasteful pastry, dessert, and cake while enjoying good coffee. For the price, I think it is worth the money for a large portion. Overall, this cafe is a must-visit for anyone looking for an Instagrammable cafe due to its properties, such as quality food, good service, and a mesmerizing atmosphere. You should invite your friends, because it's the perfect place to chill out. page 1
EExxpplloorree TThhee MMeessmmeerriizziinngg PPookkookk KKLL CCaaffee Image captured in the cafe Cafe Review Nestled in the heart of KL, Pokok Cafe offers an unparalleled experince, inviting patrons into a sanctuary where nature intertwines seamlessly with urbanity. As you step inside, a breathtaking glass panel wall unveils a mesmerizing array of trees, creating a verdant oasis amidst the city bustle. The cafe’s design is a masterstroke, with the glass panel showcasing a diverse tapestry of trees, casting dappled shadows that dance across the space. The natural light filtering through adds an ethereal touch, fostering a serene and refreshing ambiance. The manimalist interior complements this arboreal display, offering a harmonious blend of modernity and nature. Amidst this botanical wonderland, Pokok’s menu is a celebration of flavors. From aromatic coffees to delectable pastries, each item is as delightful as the setting. The menu champions local produce and offers a variety of healthy yet indulgent options, catering to diverse palates. page 2
BROOM ARTISAN BAKERY AND KITCHEN Broom Artisan Bakery and Kitchen is among the top cafes to visit in Kuala Lumpur. The original floor tiles, windows, and of this near 100-yearold building, where this magnificent cafe is proudly displayed, exemplify Malaysia’s heritage. MENU’S The interior creates a relaxed home atmosphere in a cosy and somewhat familiar space. The cafe contains several small wooden tables without tablecloths and wooden chairs that can be observed. We are able to enjoy an all-day brunch menu, along with local favourites that match the Malaysian taste. For instance, their menu includes Otak Otak, which is Muar famous spicy fish cake serve with green sambal, Telur Sambal Udang and other diverse food options. One of the main attractions and reasons why people should visit Broom Artisan Bakery and Kitchen is their coffee. There are various coffee beverages, such as macchiato, espresso, caramel latte and mocha, that are made with 80% Callebout cocoa. Monthly Magazine Dec Edition | 2023 page 3
The dishes they served were quite a bit, but I would like to suggest you to try their significant dish, the smoked salmon rice bowl, which contains fresh and perfectly cooked salmon, a soft-boiled egg, and sesame dressing. For the price, it is appropriate for its amazing presentation and taste. They even offer you fresh baked goods as well, along with flavorful coffee. This cafe is worth trying for people who love a quiet and dark place. Everything about this cafe was just perfect because it creates a relaxing ambiance that can help you clear your mind. It was such a great spot to have some me time. This hidden gem, Shan Mu Cafe, was located at Taman Connaught, Kuala Lumpur. This cafe is in a row with various shops, makes it a bit difficult to see. The entrance displayed a huge wooden door, and there was a rare piece of wood next to it, which makes the cafe look unique from the outside. The minute you are in, you will be completely blown away by their dark-themed concept that uses a combination of grey and brown colours, making it look pretty decent, together with a welcoming greeting by their highly capable staff. This cafe embraces a Japanese concept, creates a different sense of feeling, and offers you a kind of serenity. The furniture and ornaments there were originally made by the owner of the cafe using kayu chengal and resak. SHAN MU CAFE page 4
RUMA PUTEH Ruma Puteh, a new artsy cafe in Kuala Lumpur that just a stone’s throw from the National Art Gallery and Istana Budaya, is a cafe that should be on everyone’s must-visit list. It’s a great bonus location due to it’s place for both tourism and local casual dining. The unique interior of Ruma Puteh’s cafes, which resembles modern art museums, will attract people the most even though they are surrounded by roadside food stalls on Jalan Kuantan. Ruma Puteh’s cafe has both outdoor and indoor dining areas makes the experience even more exciting. It’s great news for those who want to capture a picture and post it on social media. The outdoor dining area is worth the effort to withstand the Malaysia heat, as it is sheltered and decorated with live plants and vibrant decor. The cafe’s entrance is adorned with minimalist curved archways lined up like dominoes, leaving visitors feeling as though they’ve never been to such a place before. Furthermore, Ruma Puteh offers a diverse selection of food options, ranging from western cuisine to Malaysian comfort food. The cafe is known for its specialty dishes from Johor such as kacang pool, lontong darat and bugis laksa. The price are quite reasonable due to their food quality and quantity. page 5
Located next to FlowRider 1 Utama, Elephant Resort is a beautiful cafe in tropical vacation theme – that for a moment, we felt like we have been transported to a beautiful island resort for summer holiday. ELEPHANT’S RESORT First impression of the cafe, people will mistaken that this cafe with a resort because of it’s name. But actually it was a cafe with the theme and interior design that looked like a resort itself. Starting with the positives, the coffee at Elephant Resort was excellent. They had a good range of options, including americano, lattes, cappuccinos, and flat whites, and I found the quality to be consistently high. I also tried their breakfast menu. They have a range of options including big breakfasts, pastries, sandwiches, and pancakes. The food was well-prepared and delicious, and with decent portion sizes. The friendly, welcoming crew here are all dressed in tropical-themed shirts, making your dining experience here all the more fun. Aside from their pastries, the menu here is a mix of local main dishes as well as tasty breakfast items, such as their sourdough pizzas, toasts, fruit bowls, fun tropical drinks, and a must-try, their strawberries and cream croffle. page 6
DRIP DRIP CAFE Before you step into the cafe, the aroma of the coffee already make you feel relax and comfort. right after you step into the cafe, you will mesmerized with the cafe's design that are simple and minimalistic with some plant that will help you having a calming effect in your mind while enjoying your coffee and foods. This cafe also have variety menus to choose. From all the menus they've listed, I would recommend everyone to try their burnt cheesecake which have smooth, soft, sweet and creamy texture and will be a perfect match with iced americano. The sweetness of the cake with a bitter americano will be the best combination ever and you will never feel over rich. The cafe also have various kinds of pasta, pastry, cakes, and drinks where you can choose if you don't really have an idea what to eat. For me, this cafe is a must visit for those who love to cafe hunting with or without friends. because the contemporary design in the cafe will make you nonstop take a picture. The food also overall is top tier. It is going to be a worth trip. Drip Drip Cafe was located at Telawi, Bangsar. The cafe is at the top of two-floor building that exposed a bright and fresh air space to refresh the spirit. The staff is also friendly which will make you feel invited and they also didn't bother to satisfy customer's request. page 7
HAPPY HOUR CLUB CAFE THE ACTIVITIES AND MENU. First Impression Happy Hour Club is the first ever creative DIY experiential cafe in Malaysia, serving great coffee, mouth-watering butter bath toasts and aesthetically pleasing beverages, at the same time offering DIY experiences such as pottery painting, tufting, silver clay DIY and more to come. Set in a gorgeous cafe brimming with Instaworthy spots, it is the perfect place for cafe-hoppers and lovers of arts & crafts to unwind and be creative. They have put lots of thoughts into each DIY experience that they are bringing in their cafe. All their DIY experiences are intentionally conducted in a non-classroom-like setting for guests to unleash their creative freedom. They do not have an instructor that’s always monitoring you, but they do have a few community managers around that are always available whenever you need help with your project. They also do not set a fixed duration for all DIY experiences, feel free to create while having a sip of coffee & chatting away with your friends in their cafe. Happy Hour Club Cafe serves high quality coffee selections and many other special beverages like their unique floral infused series, crafted from carefully hand-picked edible flower petals, seasonal fruits, and fragrant herbs. page 8
THE TREE LEMON CAFE. The Lemon Tree in Tropicana is one of the latest establishments to grab everyone's attention, primarily due to their unique cafe layout. Situated in Menara Lien Hoe at Tropicana, The Lemon Tree is an estimated 1700-square foot cafe that breathes new life into the township. Freshly baked by their own pastry chefs, each item is carefully crafted and sculpted to the vision of The Lemon Tree. Striving hard to ensure a true level of consistency in quality and service, the display of available pastries at the entrance of The Lemon Tree is a great focal point to choose your favourite bites as you walk in through the door. The most popular attraction of the cafe is their ginormous artificial lemon tree that has a sunroof right above it. Bring yourself into this vintage European setting on a hot day and draw on the Victorian inspired designs, from the dome-shaped ceiling to the tall window panels that go as high as the structure itself. page 9
Kleptokrat Cafe was located at jalan Tun H S Lee, Kuala Lumpur. My first impression was mesmerized by the view. As soon as I stepped inside, I was greeted by the friendly staff and the cozy atmosphere. What I mesmerized the most when there is a pool inside the cafe and you can enjoy your food by the poolside. The menu offered a variety of delicious food and drink options, including some local specialties that I never tried before. I particularly enjoyed the 'Nasi Ambeng' and the Iced Cappuccino, which were both outstanding. What really made Cafe Kleptokrat stand out is when there is a pool in the cafe and not to forget their unique theme. The cafe was decorated with a mix of vintage and modern elements, creating a one-of-a-kind experience for customers. If you're looking a cafe that have a rare environment to enjoy a cup of coffee, Cafe Kleptokrat is definitely worth to try. I would highly recommend Cafe Kleptokrat to everyone, especially those who appreciate a rare cafe that having a instagrammable vibe, relaxed and comfortable environment. Don't hesitate to stop by and experience it for yourself and I would make sure you won't be disappointed. Kleptokrat Cafe page 10