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TBX Coffee and Roastery

Updated 2026-08-14 · 2,270 reviewed · 300 listed · Scored from 63 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(63) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Specialty Coffee RoastersTraditional KopitiamCafe
TBX Coffee and Roastery
Services
Specialty Coffee Roasters, Traditional Kopitiam, Cafe
Reviews
63

What recent reviews say

Most visitors love the coffee and relaxed vibe. The place draws a passionate young crew who curate both beans and food with obvious care, serving sourdough toasties and French toast alongside good espresso drinks. Some regulars battle menu items that vanish mid-morning (avocado toast, Turkish egg), and a handful report cool or dismissive staff, though many praise genuine friendliness and a welcoming space to spend hours.

Standout specifics: their infused-milk signature latte, almond croissants, and cranberry scones earn consistent praise. Cakes split opinion (butter cake beloved, but some find them overly sweet). Coffee stays affordable for specialty grade. The lack of a big sign means it feels like a neighbourhood gem to those who find it.

Praised for
  • quality specialty coffee
  • cozy laid-back atmosphere
  • thoughtful food menu
  • friendly staff (mostly)
  • fair prices
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent menu availability
  • service attitude inconsistency
  • some pastries underperform
  • cakes too sweet
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Best for: coffee lovers wanting to work or linger in a laid-back space; visitors seeking specialty-grade espresso at reasonable prices
Think twice if: you rely on menu consistency or need guaranteed availability of specific items (avocado toast, Turkish egg not always in stock); staff friendliness varies visit to visit

Strengths

  • house-roasted specialty coffee with infused milk signature latte
  • cozy, genuine neighbourhood feel without corporate branding
  • thoughtful food menu beyond standard cafe fare
  • fair prices for specialty coffee grade

Worth knowing

  • Signature latte made with infused milk (described as giving herb-ish depth)
  • almond croissants praised as best tasted in Malaysia by one regular
  • sourdough toasties with melted cheese and side salad
  • cranberry scones with real butter and jam
  • run by gen-Z team curating both coffees and menu
  • no prominent signboard (easily overlooked by passers-by)

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee Roasters
house-roasted beans and infused-milk latte win consistent praise; some visits filter coffee runs out of stock despite being a roastery
Traditional Kopitiam
thoughtful menu with sourdough toasties, scrambled eggs, and fresh pastries; not typical nasi lemak or toast-and-eggs fare
Cafe
cozy, clean space good for working or lingering; staff warmth inconsistent across visits

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.54 average across the 38 specialty coffee roasters businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 45% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 65
Review volume 78
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do they open early enough for breakfast and coffee runs?
Some reviewers wish they opened earlier; current hours are published on Google, but specific open time not stated in reviews.
Can I work here for hours on a laptop?
Yes. Reviewers mention comfy chairs and cosy atmosphere that invites spending the afternoon working.
What are your signature items?
The infused-milk signature latte, almond croissants, sourdough toasties, and cranberry scones with real butter and jam stand out most in reviews.
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Last updated 2026-08-14