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Secret Recipe Ipoh Garden

Updated 2026-10-14 · 2,294 reviewed · 317 listed · Scored from 535 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(535) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
CafeCafe & BakeryBrunch & Western Cafe
Secret Recipe Ipoh Garden
Location
Taman Ipoh, Ipoh
Services
Cafe, Cafe & Bakery, Brunch & Western Cafe
Reviews
535
Ranking
#94 in Cafe
Best for
Families and friends seeking cakes, desserts, and casual meals in a welcoming setting.

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-10-14. Details taken from their website were fetched 2026-07-14.

What do customers say?

Most visits go smoothly, with reviewers consistently calling out friendly staff and quality cakes and food. Staff recommendations hit the mark, and many come back for group hangouts. One complaint touched on a bland chocolate shake, suggesting consistency might slip on certain drinks.

Praised for
  • friendly and welcoming staff
  • good food and desserts
  • pleasant hangout spot for groups
Watch-outs
  • bland flavours in some drinks
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Best for: Families and friends seeking cakes, desserts, and casual meals in a welcoming setting.
Think twice if: Drink flavours have occasionally been bland; if you're ordering beyond cakes and food, tasting first may help.

What stands out?

  • long-standing cake and dessert specialist
  • staff know their menu and make recommendations
  • suitable for casual group dining

Worth knowing

  • Staff member Amy recommended Dark Chocolate Indulgence cake
  • Halal certified, their website states

What reviews say by service

Cafe & Bakery
Cakes and desserts are consistently praised; drinks occasionally lack flavour depth.
Brunch & Western Cafe
Western food receives positive mention alongside Asian classics.
Traditional Kopitiam
Friendly service and casual hangout atmosphere appeal to groups.
Cafe
Welcoming environment and food quality are the main draws.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.4 average across the 294 cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 86% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Scoring Method
Star rating 41
Review volume 100
Review recency 98
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
260
4
145
3
69
2
21
1
40

Frequently asked questions

Is Secret Recipe Ipoh Garden halal-certified?
Yes, the business states on its website that it has a Halal Policy.
Can I order cakes for delivery?
Yes, their website lists online cake ordering, cake delivery, and cake takeaway services.

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Last updated 2026-10-14