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Hanaz Cafe
4.2(102)
Hanaz Cafe draws steady praise for its mix of local stall vendors and consistently tasty traditional meals at low cost. Early visits beat the crowds, though air flow could use improvement.
Traditional KopitiamCafe
TwentyOne.cafe
Traditional KopitiamCafe
- Services
- Traditional Kopitiam, Cafe
- Reviews
- 34
What recent reviews say
Reviewers consistently praise TwentyOne.cafe's signature flavored waters and coffee drinks, as well as crispy fried chicken and pancakes that keep them returning. The owner is friendly and the space feels cozy, though service slows when the kitchen is understaffed, and loud music has bothered neighbors; some meals (pasta, pan mee, rice) need refinement in execution.
Praised for
- specialty espresso drinks (buttercream peach water, Americano)
- crispy chicken dishes
- cozy, relaxed vibe
- friendly ownership and barista service
- consistency across visits
Watch-outs
- inconsistent food quality and order accuracy
- slow service during busy periods
- music volume audible from nearby residences
- understaffed kitchen affecting availability
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Best for: friends and families wanting casual Malaysian-fusion food and specialty coffee in a relaxed setting
Think twice if: order accuracy and kitchen staffing are inconsistent; avoid if you need fast service or prefer quiet dining
Strengths
- signature flavored waters praised for taste consistency
- crispy fried chicken that stays crisp when cold
- specialty espresso drinks (Americano with fruity beans, buttercream peach water)
- friendly owner and experienced barista staff
Worth knowing
- barista Keem is named as a favorite for coffee preparation
- signature drinks include buttercream peach water and Americano using fruity beans
- chicken tenders specifically praised for staying crispy even when cold
- kitchen regularly understaffed, affecting food availability and order accuracy
- music volume carries to nearby residential buildings
What reviews say by service
- Specialty Coffee Roasters
- signature flavored waters and fruity bean Americano earn consistent praise and repeat visits
- Traditional Kopitiam
- fried chicken is crispy and reliable, but pan mee noodles and other staples need refinement in salt and sweetness balance
How it compares
- Rated 4.6 against a 4.36 average across the 223 traditional kopitiam businesses listed here.
- Has more Google reviews than 30% of the businesses in this directory.
How we scored this
Scoring Method Star rating 67
Review volume 67
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0
Rating breakdown
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Common questions
- Can I request latte art?
- Yes, based on a recent review asking barista Keem to add art to drinks.
- Is the music loud?
- Yes, multiple reviewers note it is very loud, audible from neighboring residences. You may want to ask staff to lower it on arrival.
- What's worth ordering?
- The signature water drinks (buttercream peach, Americano with fruity beans) and fried chicken are reliably praised. Pasta and noodles need refinement.
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