Why do your biscuits look uneven or tilted?

The owner explains that hand-baked biscuits in a traditional brick kiln appear uneven because they're attached to the kiln's side during baking, a sign of authenticity. Mass-produced versions baked in conventional ovens look uniform but lack the same quality and crispness.

Should I seal the plastic bag right after purchase?

No. The owner advises leaving the bag open for about an hour after purchase to allow the biscuits to cool properly and stay crispy.

Are these items often sold out?

Yes, especially during weekends and public holidays. Pre-ordering is strongly recommended to ensure you get the items you want.

I XIANG BISCUITS & CONFECTIONERY

Updated 2026-08-14 · 2,270 reviewed · 300 listed · Scored from 100 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(100) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified

Traditional KopitiamCafeCafe & Bakery

Services: Traditional Kopitiam, Cafe, Cafe & Bakery
Reviews: 100

What recent reviews say

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.

Praised for

crispy, non-sticky pastry
traditional brick kiln baking
fresh from the oven
owner attentive to detail
high-quality ingredients
not overly sweet

authentic-flavorfresh-pastriesfriendly-staffcozy-ambiancegood-value

Best for: Ipoh visitors seeking authentic traditional biscuits and pastries, and gift-givers wanting premium local confectionery.

Think twice if: Pre-ordering ahead is strongly recommended, especially on weekends and public holidays, as stock sells out quickly.

Strengths

Traditional brick kiln baking (not conventional oven)
Crispy, non-sticky pastry with balanced sweetness
Owner educates customers about traditional methods

Worth knowing

Bakes in traditional brick kiln oven (not conventional oven)
Uses coconut husk for firing the kiln
Owner advises customers not to seal plastic bags for an hour post-baking to preserve crispness
Products often sell out through pre-orders on holidays
Owner educates customers on why hand-baked biscuits appear uneven (sign of authenticity vs mass-produced uniformity)

What reviews say by service

Cafe & Bakery: Pastries are consistently crispy, fresh, and well-filled; owner attentive to cooling and storage advice.
Traditional Kopitiam: Traditional brick kiln baking produces superior texture and non-sticky filling compared to conventional ovens; owner educates on traditional craft.

How it compares

Rated 4.5 against a 4.44 average across the 64 cafe & bakery businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 56% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method

Star rating 66

Review volume 87

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 82

Profile completeness 75

Verification 0

Rating breakdown

Common questions

Why do your biscuits look uneven or tilted?: The owner explains that hand-baked biscuits in a traditional brick kiln appear uneven because they're attached to the kiln's side during baking, a sign of authenticity. Mass-produced versions baked in conventional ovens look uniform but lack the same quality and crispness.
Should I seal the plastic bag right after purchase?: No. The owner advises leaving the bag open for about an hour after purchase to allow the biscuits to cool properly and stay crispy.
Are these items often sold out?: Yes, especially during weekends and public holidays. Pre-ordering is strongly recommended to ensure you get the items you want.

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