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Cold Blue Specialty Coffee

Updated 2026-08-14 · 2,270 reviewed · 300 listed · Scored from 447 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(447) 82 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Cold Blue Specialty Coffee
Services
Cafe, Brunch & Western Cafe, Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe
Reviews
447

What recent reviews say

Cold Blue draws regulars for carefully made specialty coffee in a serene, clean space in old Ipoh. Staff are warm and responsive, and most find the coffee worth the trip. Some struggle to find the second-floor spot despite signage efforts, and while waffles and bagels impress, cakes and some food items disappoint; seating could be cushier, and prices lean high for the portions you get.

Praised for
  • high-quality specialty coffee
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • quiet, calm atmosphere
  • well-designed interior
  • good value on coffee and waffles
Watch-outs
  • difficult to locate, poor signage
  • seating comfort issues
  • inconsistent food quality
  • pricey for portion size
  • watery coffee mentioned once
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Best for: Coffee enthusiasts wanting peace and quiet, specialty bean exploration, solo work or small group hangouts.
Think twice if: Location is tucked away on a second floor with unclear signage; seating comfort is limited; prices run high for portion size.

Strengths

  • Specialty-grade coffee beans, hand-drip and pour-over methods
  • Quiet, peaceful atmosphere in a heritage part of Ipoh
  • Attentive, welcoming staff
  • Clean, modern interior design

Worth knowing

  • Hand-drip and pour-over coffee available
  • Ethiopian beans used in drinks
  • Specialty beans from multiple origins on offer
  • Payment by QR code only
  • Bagels and waffles are core food items
  • Lemon cake and banana cake items have received mixed reviews
  • Air conditioning is notably cold

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee Roasters
Hand-drip and pour-over methods praised for flavour; some inconsistency in taste clarity from espresso-based drinks.
Cafe & Bakery
Waffles and bagels are standout items; cakes and some savoury items are dry or miss the mark.
Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe
Quiet, calm atmosphere with cozy music; peaceful vibe suits focused work or contemplation.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.4 average across the 257 cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 84% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
319
4
99
3
15
2
6
1
8

Common questions

Can I work here on a laptop?
Yes. Reviewers describe it as quiet with a calm atmosphere and cozy music, making it suitable for focused work.
Where is Cold Blue located?
Second floor of a corner building in old Ipoh; blue signage marks the staircase entrance. Some reviewers found it difficult to spot initially.
What payment methods do you accept?
QR code only, according to a recent review.

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Last updated 2026-08-14