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TBX Coffee and Roastery

Updated 2026-10-14 · 2,294 reviewed · 317 listed · Scored from 71 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(71) 73 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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TBX Coffee and Roastery
Location
Taman Canning, Ipoh
Services
Specialty Coffee Roasters, Cafe, Cafe & Bakery
Reviews
71
Ranking
#1 in Specialty Coffee Roasters
Best for
Coffee lovers wanting a relaxed, affordable cafe in Taman Canning

Google Business Profile is the source for the business data shown here, last checked 2026-10-14.

What do customers say?

Most reviewers leave happy with the coffee, especially the signature latte and iced matcha. Many call the prices fair for Taman Canning and say the room feels cosy and air-conditioned. Staff are often described as friendly, though a few visits felt cold.

Pastry quality is the most common gripe. Some cakes tasted off, and the croissants and cheese toasties drew mixed comments. Weekend mornings get crowded, and a few menu items were sold out on repeat visits.

Praised for
  • Good coffee and signature latte
  • Friendly, cosy atmosphere
  • Affordable prices for the area
  • Pastries like almond croissant and French toast
Watch-outs
  • Inconsistent pastry and cake quality
  • Service attitude complaints at times
  • Menu items often unavailable
  • Crowded and noisy when packed
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Best for: Coffee lovers wanting a relaxed, affordable cafe in Taman Canning
Think twice if: Pastry consistency varies, and weekend mornings can be crowded and noisy.

What stands out?

  • Roasts its own coffee beans
  • Real milk and a signature infused latte
  • Fair prices for the neighbourhood
  • Air-conditioned, cosy seating

Worth knowing

  • Shop reportedly around 70 years old, per one reviewer
  • Signature latte uses infused milk, per reviewers
  • Cranberry scones and French toast praised
  • Sourdough toastie and Turkish egg listed on menu
  • Dirty tiramisu and cempedak cheesecake mentioned

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee Roasters
Coffee praised as good and fresh; one reviewer found filter coffee unavailable.
Cafe & Bakery
Almond croissant and French toast praised; some cakes and croissants felt inconsistent.
Traditional Kopitiam
One reviewer contrasts it with typical kopitiam, citing air-con and family-friendly feel.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.52 average across the 48 specialty coffee roasters businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 44% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Scoring Method
Star rating 65
Review volume 81
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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6
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3

Frequently asked questions

Is it good for working on a laptop?
One reviewer says you could spend the afternoon there with comfy chairs. The reviews do not mention Wi-Fi or power outlets.
Is parking easy?
The reviews do not mention parking.
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Last updated 2026-10-14