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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - AEON STATION 18 IPOH

Updated 2026-10-14 · 2,294 reviewed · 317 listed · Scored from 244 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(244) 82 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Study & Laptop-Friendly CafeCafeBrunch & Western Cafe
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf - AEON STATION 18 IPOH
Location
Station 18, Ipoh
Services
Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe, Cafe, Brunch & Western Cafe
Reviews
244
Ranking
#49 in Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe
Best for
Coffee drinkers wanting a calm stop inside AEON Station 18

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?

Reviewers mostly describe a calm, comfortable spot with friendly staff and good drinks. Many say the service feels quick and warm, even when it gets busy. Regulars like the app ordering, which lets them pick up without much talk.

Not every visit goes smoothly. A few people waited over 20 minutes for food, and one found the pasta undercooked. Laptop users say outlet seats are scarce, so arriving early helps.

Praised for
  • Friendly, patient staff
  • Quick service on simple orders
  • Calm, cozy atmosphere
  • Good coffee and tea drinks
Watch-outs
  • Slow food service at busy times
  • Undercooked pasta and weak fruit drink flavour
  • Hard to find a seat with a power outlet
  • Rude cashier comment in one review
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Best for: Coffee drinkers wanting a calm stop inside AEON Station 18
Think twice if: Expect slower food at peak times, and seats with power outlets can be hard to get.

What stands out?

  • Friendly, patient staff
  • App ordering for quick pickup
  • Calm, comfortable seating area

Worth knowing

  • Staff member Harith was praised for adjusting a drink's sweetness on request
  • Free Creamcrown giveaway mentioned in one review
  • Mobile app ordering with pickup praised
  • Business website claims operating history since 1963

What reviews say by service

Brunch & Western Cafe
Aglio olio was called undercooked in one 1-star review; food praise is brief and general.
Cafe
Friendly staff and quick service praised; one visit reported over 20 minutes for food.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.45 average across the 85 study & laptop-friendly cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 71% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Scoring Method
Star rating 72
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 61
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
188
4
37
3
7
2
3
1
9

Frequently asked questions

Can I work on a laptop here?
One reviewer found it hard to get a seat near a power outlet, so arriving early is their advice.
Can I order ahead on an app?
Yes. Reviewers say the app lets them order, then pick up the drink when it is ready.

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Last updated 2026-10-14