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Tan Cha Kee - 嘆茶記

Updated 2026-08-14 · 2,270 reviewed · 300 listed · Scored from 319 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(319) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
Traditional KopitiamCafe
Tan Cha Kee - 嘆茶記
Price
moderate
Services
Traditional Kopitiam, Cafe
Reviews
319

What recent reviews say

Most customers return for solid breakfast and lunch options, particularly the nasi ayam gepuk, curry puffs, and loh mai gai. The vintage setting and good lighting draw those wanting photos, but a few have noted inconsistent dish execution and one complained sharply about a manager's loud, dismissive manner during service.

Praised for
  • good food quality
  • tasty tea and coffee
  • nice ambience and decor
  • reliable breakfast and lunch spot
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent nasi lemak preparation
  • staff attitude and noise management
  • parking requires payment
friendly-staffcozy-ambianceinstagrammable-decorgood-valuefresh-pastriesauthentic-flavorair-conditioned
Best for: people seeking consistent local breakfasts and lunches in a stylish setting
Think twice if: you prefer quiet dining; one reviewer reported a manager speaking loudly throughout their meal

Strengths

  • reliable breakfast and lunch destination
  • crispy curry puffs and nasi ayam gepuk
  • vintage, photogenic decor
  • aromatic white coffee

Worth knowing

  • nasi ayam gepuk recently launched and well-received
  • curry puffs stay crispy through evening
  • loh mai gai described as among the best in town
  • iced coffee brewed without excess bitterness or acidity
  • service fee charged
  • parking available but paid

What reviews say by service

Traditional Kopitiam
Strong food quality and tea, though one nasi lemak order disappointed; service tone flagged as dismissive by one diner
Cafe
Coffee and tea praised for aroma and flavour; ambience and decor consistently highlighted

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.42 average across the 236 traditional kopitiam businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 77% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 35
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
150
4
87
3
37
2
16
1
29

Common questions

Is parking available?
Yes, parking is available but requires payment.
What are popular dishes?
Reviewers recommend nasi ayam gepuk, loh mai gai, curry puffs, and nasi lemak.
Is there a service fee?
Yes, the business charges a service fee.

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Last updated 2026-08-14