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Kalma Brew Ipoh x Souv

Updated 2026-07-14 · 2,198 reviewed · 278 listed · Scored from 142 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(142) 87 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Kalma Brew Ipoh x Souv
Services
Specialty Coffee Roasters, Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe, Traditional Kopitiam
Reviews
142

What recent reviews say

Visitors consistently praise the quality coffee, matcha, and especially the souffle pancakes across their range of flavours. The space itself (two air-conditioned floors with PS4 and pool table) appeals to groups wanting to stay late, and staff energy is frequently cited as genuine and warm, though one reviewer experienced a 45-minute wait on a food order.

Praised for
  • excellent specialty coffee and matcha
  • souffle pancakes and pastries
  • friendly and attentive barista staff
  • late-night hours and chill atmosphere
  • good value for quality and portion size
Watch-outs
  • slow kitchen times on chicken tenders
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Best for: Groups and friends wanting a late-night hangout spot with good coffee and desserts
Think twice if: Kitchen can be slow on savory items like chicken tenders during busy periods

Strengths

  • Specialty coffee and matcha highly praised for taste and smoothness
  • Souffle pancakes (especially Tiramisu flavour) are signature draw
  • Open until 2am with two floors, PS4, and pool table
  • Staff consistently described as warm, friendly, and attentive

Worth knowing

  • Souffle pancakes available in multiple flavours, Tiramisu heavily praised
  • Open until 2am (verified in reviews)
  • Two air-conditioned floors with PS4 and pool table
  • Signature drinks include Charcoal Coffee, Zesty Berry Coffee, Peach & Passion Milkshake, and Matcha
  • Staff members noted as attentive despite being busy

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee Roasters
Coffee consistently praised as smooth, rich, and among the best cups reviewers have had
Cafe & Bakery
Souffle pancakes are standout item; Tiramisu flavour recommended as first choice
Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe
Two floors, gaming options, and late hours make it suitable for extended hangouts
Brunch & Western Cafe
Pastries and brunch items like chicken tendies available; some waits on savoury orders

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.37 average across the 58 cafe & bakery businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 60% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 82
Review volume 94
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

What time does Kalma Brew close?
Open until 2am daily, making it suitable for late-night coffee and desserts.
What are the signature items?
Souffle pancakes (especially Tiramisu flavour), specialty coffee drinks like Charcoal Coffee and Zesty Berry Coffee, and matcha are most frequently praised.
Is there space to hang out for a while?
Yes. Two air-conditioned floors with PS4 and pool table are available for extended stays with friends.
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Last updated 2026-07-14