When someone mentions Setapak, cafes rarely come to mind. This suburban area is known more for their modest Malaysian kopitiams and food courts when it comes to culinary offerings. This doesn’t mean, however, that there isn’t a Setapak cafe where you can go to for good coffee and brunch.
Here are some of the modern and contemporary cafes you can find in and around Setapak.
Watermark Restaurant
We start off our list with a European style bistro. Watermark restaurant boasts a crisp, white interior that’s almost futuristic. On its menu you’ll find Roasted Duck Leg with spätzle, green beans and cherries, as well as chicken whole leg confit with white pepper sauce and potato ratatouille.
If a full meal isn’t your thing, you can still drop by here for desserts. They have daily cupcakes and cake slices, served with coffee, fresh juices, fizzy drinks and fruit refreshers.
Address: No. 22, Jalan Mawar, Taman P. Ramlee, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Contact no: 018-282 7225
Facebook page: Watermark Restaurant
Instagram: watermark_solu
Opening hours: Tuesdays to Sundays, 12:00pm – 2:30 p.m.; 6:00 p.m. – 08:30 p.m. (Closed on Mondays)
The Cafe @ Royal Selangor Visitor’s Centre
The Royal Selangor Pewter factory is a mainstay and landmark in Selangor, and specifically in Setapak. It attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.
The visitor centre showcases Royal Selangor’s unique pewter craftmanship that spans decades. On the factory grounds is a well-loved cafe, where visitors can come to relax over their favourite beverage.
Apart from the usual teas, coffees and cakes, this Setapak cafe also serves local and Western meals. Every day, the cafe features a different guest menu from local Selangor brands so you can expect dishes from all over the world.
Apart from the changing daily specials (which can range from Hainanese chicken rice to Laksa), you can also enjoy pastas, ice blended drinks, ice cream and more.
Address: 4, Jalan Usahawan 6, Setapak Jaya, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Contact no: 03-4145 6000
Website: Royal Selangor- Visitor Centre
Facebook page: Royal Selangor Visitor Centre
Opening hours: Daily, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Dream Cafe
Dream Cafe is a great place to drop by for breakfast. This relaxing Setapak cafe specialises in toasts, sandwiches and bagels. Some of the specialties you can try here are the Dream Bagel, with bananas and peanut butter, Bagel sandwich, Hainan Toast and Vegan Scnitzel Rice.
Pair that with some warm or iced teas, or one of their smoothies of the day. You can also find very affordable breakfast sets featuring things like Roti Canai and Nasi Lemak.
Address: No 14-1, Jalan 1A/6, Taman Setapak Indah, 53100 Kuala Lumpur
Contact no:012-326 3468
Website: dream-cafe.ola
Facebook page: Dream Cafe
Opening hours: Mondays to Saturdays, 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Closed on Sundays)
Lite & Ezy Cafe
Elegant, cosy and inviting are some of the words that can be used to describe Lite & Ezy Cafe. With an English shop fron and a hotel-like interior, this cafe serves up many local favourites. Some of the local dishes you can expect here include Mee Jawa, Laksa and Kacang Pool.
They’re also known for their baked goods, including cakes and quiche. You can have a slice of fruit cake, carrot cake and mixed mushroom quiche together with your favourite beverage.
Address: G32, PV128, Jalan Genting Kelang, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
Contact no: 019-845 0883
Facebook page: Lite & Ezy Cafe
Opening hours: Sundays to Thursdays, 6:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.; Fridays and Saturdays, 6:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m.
Orchid’s Library Cafe
Orchid’s Library Cafe is definitely a place with a very interesting backstory. This cafe is the brainchild of Dayana, who started out as a book reviewer or ‘booktokker’ on TikTok and amassed a following of more than 65,000.
Therefore, the cafe is a lovely place to chill and red your favourite book from the many that are on the cafe’s bookshelf. Additionally, you have the option of playing some board games which are available for guests.
In terms of refreshments, the cafe serves smoothies, refreshers and waffles. Some of their best-selling smoothies include the Choco Darkling, Cookie Garden and Triple Berry Overload.
Address:
Contact no:03-4031 6363
Facebook page: ORCHID’s Library CAFE
Tiktok page: orchidslibrarycafe
Opening hours: Wednesdays to Sundays, 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Closed on Mondays & Tuesdays)
Take a Break at a Setapak Cafe
Cafes in Setapak are usually small businesses run by local entrepreneurs. They offer handcrafted food and drinks which are pretty unique and full of character. Don’t hesitate to schedule meet-ups and relaxing sessions here with your friends and family, mums!
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