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Third Place

Updated 2026-10-14 · 2,294 reviewed · 317 listed · Scored from 34 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.2(34) 56 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Study & Laptop-Friendly CafeCafe
Third Place
Location
Medan Ipoh Bestari, Ipoh
Services
Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe, Cafe
Reviews
34
Ranking
#76 in Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe
Best for
groups and families booking events or catering, kids-friendly dining

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

What do customers say?

Third Place attracts mixed reviews. Strong fans praise hearty portions, friendly staff, and a welcoming environment for families and groups. Regular complaints about slow service, high prices relative to portion size, and inconsistent quality suggest the kitchen struggles to deliver reliably, particularly during busy periods or for regular dine-in orders.

Praised for
  • friendly staff
  • good portions when it works
  • kid-friendly setup
  • decent menu variety
Watch-outs
  • slow service
  • small portions on some dishes
  • overpriced for quality
  • inconsistent food quality
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Best for: groups and families booking events or catering, kids-friendly dining
Think twice if: slow service and price-to-portion inconsistency frustrate solo diners and time-pressed lunches.

What stands out?

  • bulk event catering with consistent quality
  • family-friendly with drawing board for kids
  • menu spans Asian and Western

Worth knowing

  • Event catering handled with advance notice; staff managed three-day workplace deliveries with on-time service
  • Drawing board keeps children occupied during waits
  • Muslim-friendly food options available
  • Grilled chicken chop and fish and chips mentioned as standout dishes
  • Service charge added to bill (6-10% reported)

What reviews say by service

Study & Laptop-Friendly Cafe
Setting and drawing board support casual stays, but service delays and noise from families may disrupt study focus.
Cafe
Welcoming for groups and families; inconsistent speed and portion delivery undermine casual drop-in experience.

How it compares

  • Rated 3.2 against a 4.45 average across the 85 study & laptop-friendly cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 31% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Scoring Method
Star rating 14
Review volume 67
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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15
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4
3
1
2
2
1
12

Frequently asked questions

Does Third Place do event catering?
Yes. They handle bulk orders with advance notice, offer competitive pricing, and have managed multi-day workplace deliveries. Food quality reportedly stays consistent even for large orders.
Is there anything for kids while I wait?
Yes. They provide a large drawing board that keeps children occupied during meal preparation.

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Last updated 2026-10-14