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Kantine Oldtown

Updated 2026-07-14 · 2,198 reviewed · 278 listed · Scored from 31 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(31) 56 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Traditional KopitiamCafe
Kantine Oldtown
Services
Traditional Kopitiam, Cafe
Reviews
31

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise the Ipoh white coffee, clean air-conditioned setting, and welcoming staff. The egg custard dessert is a standout. Food quality is inconsistent, especially on delivery orders; porridge and certain curries have drawn criticism. Parking near the location is tight.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • Ipoh white coffee quality
  • clean, air-conditioned space
  • friendly staff and service
  • egg custard dessert
  • reasonable prices
Watch-outs
  • food quality inconsistency (delivery and in-store)
  • limited dessert variety
  • parking difficulty in area
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Best for: coffee enthusiasts seeking quality Ipoh white coffee in a comfortable, clean space
Think twice if: parking is scarce nearby; order carefully for delivery, as food quality inconsistency has been reported

Strengths

  • Ipoh white coffee specialty
  • clean, modern kopitiam setting with air conditioning
  • friendly staff and good service
  • signature egg custard dessert

Worth knowing

  • Ipoh white coffee and egg custard with kopi-o are frequently praised
  • air-conditioned and clean interior noted across reviews
  • second visit review noted coffee quality higher than food quality
  • delivery orders have arrived with rancid curry sauce and poor preparation

What reviews say by service

Traditional Kopitiam
White coffee and egg custard praised consistently; food quality varies widely between visits and delivery orders
Cafe
Clean, comfortable setting with friendly staff; limited dessert range noted

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.36 average across the 223 traditional kopitiam businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 27% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 59
Review volume 65
Review recency 0
Review sentiment 58
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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2
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Common questions

Can I find parking easily?
Parking in the Taman Ipoh Timur area is difficult during weekdays; reviewers recommend going when you can find a space nearby.
Is the coffee worth ordering for delivery?
Coffee quality is strong, but reviewers have reported inconsistent food quality on Grab orders, with some items arriving rancid. Drink orders are safer than hot food.
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Last updated 2026-07-14