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TBX Coffee and Roastery

Updated 2026-07-14 · 2,198 reviewed · 278 listed · Scored from 53 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(53) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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TBX Coffee and Roastery
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Specialty Coffee Roasters, Traditional Kopitiam, Cafe
Reviews
53

What recent reviews say

Coffee and food reputation stands on strong specialty brews and reasonable pricing, with baristas earning consistent praise for warmth. Cakes lean too sweet for some and croissants divide opinion; coffee, latte, and savoury dishes draw reliable returns.

Praised for
  • specialty coffee quality
  • friendly welcoming staff
  • affordable prices
  • cozy atmosphere
  • good food pairing with coffee
Watch-outs
  • pastries inconsistent or overly sweet
  • small food portions
  • croissants need improvement
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Best for: coffee enthusiasts seeking specialty brews at reasonable prices with warm service
Think twice if: pastry quality varies and cakes run very sweet; small appetite for main meals may leave you short

Strengths

  • specialty coffee blend and strong brews
  • friendly barista crew
  • affordable coffee and food
  • cozy welcoming space

Worth knowing

  • Signature Latte contains earl grey
  • Almond croissants praised by reviewers
  • Food mains priced 10-20 ringgit
  • Cakes priced 13-16 ringgit

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee Roasters
signature latte noted for earl grey flavour; strong brews praised, though sweetness sometimes exceeds preference
Cafe & Bakery
almond croissants stand out, but other croissants and cakes often too sweet; savoury food like pesto pasta works well
Traditional Kopitiam
affordable pricing and cozy crew create welcoming local vibe

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.49 average across the 33 specialty coffee roasters businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 38% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 68
Review volume 75
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

What is the Signature Latte like?
Reviewers describe it as creamy with mild bitter taste and a hint of earl grey; one found it slightly too sweet without being warned of added sweetness.
How much should I expect to spend?
Coffee and food mains run 10-20 ringgit, cakes 13-16 ringgit, and croissants around RM8.50. Reviewers call prices affordable for the area.
Are the pastries consistent?
Almond croissants win praise; other croissants and cakes divide opinion, with some calling them too sweet or subpar.
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Last updated 2026-07-14