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First Coffee House

Updated 2026-10-14 · 2,294 reviewed · 317 listed · Scored from 318 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(318) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Brunch & Western CafeCafeTraditional Kopitiam
First Coffee House
Location
Taman Jubilee, Ipoh
Services
Brunch & Western Cafe, Cafe, Traditional Kopitiam
Reviews
318
Best for
Diners wanting nostalgic, budget-friendly family lunches

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-10-14.

What do customers say?

Diners go for the nostalgic setting, friendly owner and waiters, and reasonably priced western set lunches. Reviewers mention the worn decor and the occasional cold dish. Rated 4.3 across 318 Google reviews, with 55% five-star.

Praised for
  • Old-school 90s vibe
  • Affordable set lunches
  • Friendly, attentive older staff
  • Air-conditioned family dining
Watch-outs
  • Worn decor and old tablecloths
  • Some dishes served cold
  • Pale-looking grilled chicken
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Best for: Diners wanting nostalgic, budget-friendly family lunches
Think twice if: You want modern decor or fast service; some dishes arrived cold.

What stands out?

  • Old-school 90s atmosphere
  • Affordable western set lunches
  • Friendly older staff
  • Air-conditioned dining

Worth knowing

  • Set lunches include lamb chop with coffee and dessert
  • Egg pudding and custard are praised desserts
  • Fish head curry and curry sotong mentioned
  • Large car park opposite the restaurant

What reviews say by service

Cafe
Polite, attentive older waiters and a friendly owner, per several reviews.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.4 average across the 106 brunch & western cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 76% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Scoring Method
Star rating 54
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
175
4
88
3
37
2
11
1
7

Frequently asked questions

Is there parking?
Reviewers say you can park in front of the restaurant or use a large car park opposite.
Is it air-conditioned?
Yes, reviewers describe it as an air-conditioned place for family meals.

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Last updated 2026-10-14