There’s nothing better than sipping your favourite beverage in a garden. Being close to nature has this calming effect on the senses. Furthermore, it makes for great photo opportunities for the whole family. The Klang Valley has many Garden Café spots that are great for taking a break. Here they are in no particular order:
Pokok KL
Located on the grounds of MAHSA university in Petaling Jaya, Pokok KL is a glass house café that is set amidst lush greenery. The campus grounds are free for you and your little ones to roam while waiting for your food. There’s even a wall of hanging vines that make for a great photo op.
The food at Pokok KL is mostly western and locally inspired. Therefore, some of their best sellers include their Nasi Lemak Salmon Berempah and Lamb Metball Pasta. They’re also well known for their desserts, which includes specialities like their signature Chocolate Lava, Onde-onde cake and Apam Balik cake.
Address: MAHSA Avenue (Jalan Universiti Campus), Block B, Level 1 Jalan Ilmu, off, Jln Profesor Diraja Ungku Aziz, 59100 Kuala Lumpur
Contact no: 03-8408 1811
Facebook page: Pokok KL
Instagram page: pokok.kl
Opening hours: Daily, 10:00 a.m to 9:00 p.m.
Plant Meets Art
Finding this garden café in Tropicana Gardens Mall can be a little tricky. This is because it is hidden in the car park area near the carwash. Nevertheless, once you find it, you’ll be greeted by a café covered from floor to ceiling in potted plants. This family-run café is filled with comfortable chunky wooden tables and chairs which complement the setting.
The place is quiet and peaceful, which makes it perfect for small gatherings and chit chats. Visitors often order their lasagne and nasi lemak, as well as the many cakes on offer.
Address: LG-23, East Walk, Tropicana Gardens, 2a, Persiaran Surian, Tropicana Indah, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Contact no: 03-7665 4188
Facebook page: Plant Meets Art
Instagram page: plant_meets_art
Opening hours: 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Closed on Mondays)
Brew N Bloom Café
The Brew N Bloom Café is located on the grounds of the sprawling Bukit Jalil Nursery. Therefore, you’ll be able to see plants growing all around you in this al-fresco café. The nursery offers a relaxing area to walk after or before your meal, and you can even buy a plant or two.
The open-air setting of the café means that you’ll be cooled down by the breeze, and can enjoy the ambience of rainy days too.
Those who come here usually order their Signature Prawn Mee and Penang Asam Laksa. They’re also known for their Vietnamese coffee.
Address: Link Highway, Lot 37889, Puchong, Sungai Besi, Mukim, Bukit Jalil, 57000 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact no: 012-621 5285
Facebook page: Brew N Bloom
Instagram page: brewnbloom
Opening hours: 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed on Wednesdays)
Foliage Coffee
Located in a plant nursery, Foliage Coffee is a spacious café that offers both indoor and outdoor seating. Both the outdoor and indoor spaces are covered with hanging and creeping plants, as well as potted plants. It’s an ambience that reminds you of being in a tropical rainforest.
Customers are free to explore the meandering walkways and courtyard here. There’s even a small kids’ play area complete with carpet grass for their safety.
In terms of food, Foliage coffee is well known for their baked products. Therefore, patrons often order their duck or salmon quiche, as well as their Chicken Mushroom Pie.
Address: 9-11, Jalan Desa Utama, Taman Desa, 58100 Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur
Contact no: 012-213 0113
Facebook page: Foliage Coffee
Instagram page: foliagebyrap
Opening hours: Daily, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Blooming with Anticipation!
Discovering the many cafes in KL can be an exciting and family friendly activity. In short, they’re a good way to teach your kids to appreciate nature as well as good food and drinks. The next time you’re planning a café hopping adventure, why not incorporate some of these garden cafes in your plans too. Have fun, mummies!
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