Having brunch with friends and family has become a favourite pastime for a lot of people. This is especially true on weekends, where people love to crowd popular spots for brunch in KL.
Check out some of the popular cafes and restaurants offering brunch menus in Kuala Lumpur.
10 Popular Spots for Brunch in KL
1. Breakfast Thieves
Breakfast Thieves originally hails from Australia and is one of the top five cafes in Melbourne. Founded by Malaysians Edwin Koh and Joel Teh, Breakfast Thieves made its way back to KL with similar goals.
Mirroring its sister cafe in Melbourne which is housed in the remains of an old chocolate factory, Breakfast Thieves KL is located amidst a 63-year-old commercial printing factory.
The brunch menu with interesting names such as ‘Jesse James’ and ‘Uncle Foo’ offers enticing dishes such as pulled confit duck, soft shell crab burger, wagyu char siu, and more.
Address: Lot M, 29-5 Jalan Riong, Bangsar, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Contact Details: 03-2201 8829 / kl@breakfastthieves.com
Opening Hours:
– Tue – Sun: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
– Mon: Closed
Website: http://www.breakfastthieves.com/about-breakfast-thieves-my
2. VCR Stacks, Mont Kiara
VCR Stacks sits in the lovely neighbourhood of Mont Kiara with green and chill surrounding. Their menu offers breakfast options as well as sandwiches that you can enjoy for brunch.
Apart from regular savoury sandwiches such as boiled egg on sourdough brioche toast and black Angus pastrami on Japanese rye, they also have sweeter options.
Try the Strawberry Ricotta Tartine which is strawberry coulis on Japanese rye, or Cream Cheese Brûlée which is whipped lemon cream cheese on sourdough brioche toast.
Address: 15-0-5 Shoplex, Jalan Kiara, Mont Kiara 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Contact Details: 03-5880 4834
Opening Hours: 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. daily
Website: https://www.facebook.com/vcrstacks
3. Kenny Hills Bakers
Kenny Hills Bakers is a cafe and bakery serving all sorts of pastries, organic breads, cakes, and coffee, suitable for brunch in KL.
Like most businesses, Kenny Hills Bakers started with humble beginnings with only a small store and a limited menu.
Now, even with three locations across KL, you will be hard-pressed to find a seat if you are not early enough as the cafes are always packed with eager brunch goers.
See here for the address and phone number of each location.
Opening Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. daily
Website: https://www.kennyhillsbakers.com
4. Rubberduck, Sri Hartamas
Ensconced in in Sri Hartamas is an aesthetically-pleasing cafe with tropical decor and abundance of natural lighting. If you were dragging to go for brunch, this place will instantly wake you up!
Enjoy their healthy and hearty meals indoors or outdoors complete with beach chairs and potted plants to elevate the tropical vibe.
Address: 60 Jalan Sri Hartamas 1, Plaza Damas, Lot K-0-8B (Ground Floor), Dorchester Service Apartment, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Contact Details: 03-6412 7434
Opening Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. daily
Website: https://www.instagram.com/rubberduckquack/?hl=en
5. The Red Beanbag
The Red Beanbag is located in the Publika shopping mall and is a modern contemporary Australian-inspired local cafe.
The team headed by Chef Fhaizal is dedicated to bringing the Western brunch scene in KL to new heights by making simple things impeccably, such as poaching an egg perfectly, while infusing unique flavours such as serving Roti Canai with lamb stew!
Address: A4-1-08, Solaris Dutamas, Jalan Dutamas 1, 50480 Kuala Lumpur
Contact Details: 03-2856 8814 / theredbeanbag@gmail.com
Opening Hours:
– Mon – Thu: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
– Fri – Sat: 9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
– Sun: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website: https://www.theredbeanbag.com
6. Common Man Coffee Roasters
Common Man Coffee Roasters, or affably known as CMCR is tucked away in the mature neighbourhood of TTDI. While specialising in coffee with beans sustainably sourced from all over the world, CMCR offers all-day brunch menu daily!
Sample their heart-warming dishes such as the ever-popular Common Man Fluffy Pancakes with caramelised banana, walnuts, berry coulis and salted caramel sauce. Naturally, your meal will not be complete without trying their specialty coffee, too!
Address: A-G-1 New Podium, Plaza Vads No.1 Jalan Tun Mohd Fuad. 60000 Kuala Lumpur
Contact Details: 03-7731 7095
Opening Hours:
– Mon – Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
– Sat & Sun: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Website: https://www.commonmancoffeeroasters.com.my
7. Huckleberry Food & Fare
Huckleberry has been a popular brunch spot since its infancy, serving brunch classics such as eggs Benedict, shakshuka, and banana French toast.
Most items from their menu are whipped up from recipes inspired by their own family favourites and nostalgia, as well as global trends and palates.
You can now find them at three outlets across KL, namely at Damansara Heights, Bangsar Shopping Centre, and Pavilion Bukit Jalil.
8. Blonde
Blonde has always been famed for its aesthetically-pleasing and avant-garde interior decor, with velvet chairs, clean lines, and rattan accents.
Drawing inspiration from the sophisticated serenity of minimalism, the cafe’s dining concept also uses the finest ingredients for discerning tastebuds.
Transport your senses with their all-day breakfast menu such as artisanal chicken sausage, Dutch-style pancake, creamy spinach, and more.
Address: G.03A, Republik, Jalan Medan Setia 1, Bukit Damansara, 50490 Kuala Lumpur
Contact Details: 03-2011 6070
Opening Hours: 10:30 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. daily
Website: https://seraigroup.com.my/blonde/
9. Strangers at 47
Strangers at 47 is an award-winning cafe specialising in savoury and sweet fusion crepes, suitable as a brunch dish. Though just outside of KL town, foodies often flock to this area as there are many other popular eateries along the same road.
If you are in for a hearty meal, go for the Big Breakfast Crepe consisting of wholemeal crepe, premium chicken sausage, and more.
Wash down your meal with a wide selection of drinks including coffee, fresh juice, house-brewed kombucha and kefir, as well as barista specials!
Address: 45, 47, 49 Jalan 17/45, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Contact Details: 012-745 4749
Opening Hours:
– Mon, Wed – Sun: 10:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
– Tue: Closed
Website: https://www.facebook.com/strangersat47/?ref=page_internal
10. Pokok KL
While having brunch is the main goal here, it doesn’t hurt to have it in a gorgeous and artful joint. Pokok KL is exactly that as it sits amidst greenery with wall-to-ceiling windows and exposed brick walls, offering well-curation selection of brunch dishes.
This cafe totally gives off an urban greenhouse vibe and it is also spacious with ample lighting, perfect for that OOTD (outfit of the day) shot.
Once that is out of the way, check out the scrumptious best-seller items such as the ‘Baked Farm’ consisting of lamb albondigas and crispy beef bacon for your brunch.
Address: MAHSA Avenue, Block B, Jalan Elmu, off Jalan Universiti, 59100, Kuala Lumpur
Contact Details: 03-8408 1811 / hello@brickhouse.my
Opening Hours:
– Mon, Fri, Sat: 10:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
– Tue: 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
– Wed: 11:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
– Thu: 10:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.
– Sun: 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Website: https://www.facebook.com/pokok.kl/
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