Cafes in Greentown, Ipoh: ranked picks
Greentown sits close to Ipoh's commercial core, so its cafes get a steady mix of office workers, students, and hotel guests passing through. This list ranks the area's cafes using our methodology, weighing rating, review volume, recency, and sentiment together rather than star rating alone.
Expect a range here: chain outlets like ZUS Coffee built for quick laptop sessions or a fast morning order, independent spots like Suito Cafe and Lucky Star Kopitiam for longer, quieter hangouts, and larger all-day cafes like De Bois or Coffee Bean for groups and casual meals near the Travelodge area.
13 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SUITO CAFE | 88 | 4.8 (971) | — | Quiet hangouts, long chats |
| 2 | ZUS Coffee - Ipoh South Gate | 86 | 4.6 (171) | — | Quick specialty coffee runs |
| 3 | ZUS Coffee - Canning II Ipoh | 85 | 4.6 (125) | moderate | Laptop work, morning coffee |
| 4 | ZUS Coffee - Gunung Rapat, Ipoh | 84 | 4.5 (182) | — | Consistent coffee quality |
| 5 | Kommons - Travelodge Ipoh | 79 | 4.4 (299) | — | Craft coffee, aesthetic breaks |
| 6 | The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf | 78 | 4.4 (358) | moderate | Reliable chain coffee, parking |
| 7 | Lucky Star Cafe Kopitiam Event (Owned By Star Mansion Sdn. Bhd.) | 77 | 4.7 (40) | — | Budget drinks, study spot |
| 8 | De Bois Cafe | 75 | 4.1 (669) | moderate | Large groups, mixed menu |
| 9 | Rising Hours Focaccia Bakehouse | 73 | 5 (21) | — | cafe bakery |
| 10 | OLDTOWN White Coffee @ Gunung Rapat | 87 | 4.6 (3757) | moderate | traditional kopitiam |
| 11 | Jias Cafe | 67 | 4.1 (157) | — | study laptop friendly |
| 12 | Kin Loong Valley Chang Jiang White Coffee | 59 | 3.6 (2101) | moderate | study laptop friendly |
| 13 | chill camp | 40 | 5 (1) | — | study laptop friendly |
Ranked picks
SUITO CAFE
score 88/100Top score in the area thanks to a calm, affordable setup and drinks like the Solero lemonade that reviewers keep coming back for.
ZUS Coffee - Ipoh South Gate
score 86/100Named baristas like Ilman and Athirah get called out repeatedly for warm, fast service on drinks like the matcha frappé.
ZUS Coffee - Canning II Ipoh
score 85/100Staff keep queues moving fast even during rushes, with specialty pours like the Vietnamese Spanish Latte holding up on taste.
ZUS Coffee - Gunung Rapat, Ipoh
score 84/100Baristas add small personal touches and keep coffee tasting the same visit after visit, even when the line is long.
Kommons - Travelodge Ipoh
score 79/100Skilled espresso and specialty drinks like the Pinaco stand out in a minimalist white space, though service and furniture upkeep can slip.
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
score 78/100A dependable stop for work or a casual visit with easy parking, despite a couple of reported service and delivery slip-ups.
Lucky Star Cafe Kopitiam Event (Owned By Star Mansion Sdn. Bhd.)
score 77/100A cottage-style setting run by a friendly owner, known for cheap specialty drinks like 3-layer tea despite a slightly out-of-the-way location.
De Bois Cafe
score 75/100Handles big groups fast with a wide Malay-Western menu and photo-friendly interior, though some dishes land inconsistently.
Rising Hours Focaccia Bakehouse
score 73/100Every reviewer gave five stars and praised the focaccia for its softness, freshness, and bold flavours.
OLDTOWN White Coffee @ Gunung Rapat
score 87/100Staff earn consistent praise for friendliness and attentive service; the food, especially the white coffee and curry dishes, keeps people returning.
Jias Cafe
score 67/100Jias Cafe wins praise for its desserts (tiramisu, brownies, croffles), generous portions, and welcoming space that suits both quiet breaks and small groups.
Kin Loong Valley Chang Jiang White Coffee
score 59/100The scenic, mountain-facing backdrop with retro indoor and outdoor spaces draws visitors, especially those hunting for photos.
chill camp
score 40/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.