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Dulang Tea House

Updated 2026-07-14 · 2,198 reviewed · 278 listed · Scored from 25 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(25) 64 composite score See reviews on Google
Traditional Kopitiam
Dulang Tea House
Service
Traditional Kopitiam
Reviews
25

What recent reviews say

Dulang Tea House sits under limestone cliffs inside Lost World of Tambun, serving traditional kopitiam drinks and Malaysian dishes that reviewers praise as authentic and well-made. Staff members like Kak Asni, sister Azira, and sister Jamilah earn mention for warmth and attentiveness, though the RM100 theme park ticket required to reach the cafe frustrates prospective customers unaware of the access requirement.

Praised for
  • unique clifftop setting
  • authentic kopitiam food and drinks
  • friendly and helpful staff
  • roasted rice tea specialty
  • reasonable prices for location
Watch-outs
  • hidden behind theme park entrance fee
  • access unclear for walk-in customers
  • limited visibility outside Lost World Tambun
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Best for: visitors to Lost World of Tambun seeking authentic Malaysian kopitiam experience with scenic views
Think twice if: you are a walk-in customer unaware the cafe sits inside a paid theme park, or you are budget-conscious about the RM100 entry fee

Strengths

  • dramatic clifftop dining setting
  • authentic kopitiam preparation
  • specialty roasted rice tea
  • named staff known for attentiveness

Worth knowing

  • Staff members named: Kak Asni, sister Azira, sister Jamilah
  • Specialty: roasted rice tea
  • Location: under limestone cliff inside Lost World of Tambun
  • Signature dishes: curry mee, roti bakar, roti tumbuk, jagung bakar

What reviews say by service

Traditional Kopitiam
authentic kopitiam drinks and dishes made with skill; roasted rice tea and curry mee consistently praised

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.36 average across the 223 traditional kopitiam businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 23% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 49
Review volume 61
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Is this cafe accessible to walk-in customers?
Dulang Tea House is located inside Lost World of Tambun theme park. Some reviewers report being told walk-ins cannot access it without a paid theme park ticket, though policy clarity varies in reviews. Contact ahead to confirm access.
What is the signature drink?
The roasted rice tea, described by multiple reviewers as distinctly flavored and a must-try specialty of the house.
What are typical prices?
Food and drinks range from RM8 to RM20. The RM100 Lost World of Tambun entrance fee is separate and required to reach the cafe.
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Last updated 2026-07-14