Food arrives quickly and tastes reliable, from crispy buttermilk chicken to comfort rice sets. Reviewers note the calm, clean space suits family meals or group celebrations, with staff attentive enough to catch billing errors and friendly throughout. Prices stay fair for the standard offered.
Reviewers consistently highlight generous portions, solid cooking (lamb shank, cempedak cheesecake, chicken chop with vegetables), and attentive service. The cafe's distinctive location within a plant nursery draws praise for its calm, plant-filled atmosphere with natural sounds, making it stand apart from typical lunch spots.
Reviewers consistently praise the xiang bing and heong peah as among the best they've tasted, with crispy pastry and well-balanced fillings that don't stick to teeth. The standout is the traditional brick kiln baking method: the owner explains why hand-baked biscuits look uneven (a sign of authenticity), cools them correctly to maintain crispness, and produces far superior texture and flavor to mass-produced versions, though pre-ordering is essential, especially weekends and holidays. Staff demonstrate genuine care about the craft and product quality. The biscuits stay fresh and fragrant long after purchase. Visitors consistently mention these as among their most memorable Ipoh discoveries, worth seeking out specifically and bringing back to share with others.
Most visits deliver friendly staff, quick service, and reliable coffee taste in a clean space. One recent incident highlighted poor handling of a customer complaint, though many reviewers praise specific baristas by name for going beyond expectations.
Last updated 2026-08-14