This heritage kopitiam in a restored sawmill delivers authentic Ipoh white coffee and traditional local fare in a stunning rustic setting filled with art, reclaimed wood, and lush greenery. Most visit for the nostalgic charm and reasonable prices, though weekend crowds can strain the small service team, leaving tables uncleared and food arriving lukewarm.
The business blends coffee heritage with sustainability and community programming, drawing families and groups seeking a memorable gathering spot. Expect Instagram-worthy decor and a museum-like atmosphere, but book ahead for large groups and arrive off-peak for best service.
Food arrives cold after long waits, with many items out of stock by mid-morning. Dishes lack seasoning and taste, though early-morning customers praise the Vietnamese and pulled-bean coffee and note attentive staff when crowd is light. Prices match regular kopitiams but fail to justify the execution.
Most visits land smoothly: staff greet you warmly, the tea arrives well-made and never cloying, and if you've brought a laptop, you'll find seats with nearby outlets and space to settle in. But delays are real and unpredictable. Some customers wait 25 to 30 minutes even after the app says their order is ready, drinks arrive in the wrong cups with wrong ice specs, and the tables feel too lightweight for comfort-a particular letdown given the venue's identity as a tea shop. Strong staff buy-in helps: supervisors like Hanif actively solve payment hiccups and follow up, and most employees keep their polish across shifts. The drink recipes themselves earn consistent praise for balance and freshness. Still, kitchen-side execution and basic furniture upgrades need attention.
Most visits here are smooth and welcoming. Staff often go out of their way to adjust drinks to taste (a reviewer praised barista Harith for customising sweetness). The coffee quality is praised as smooth and rich. One significant caveat: seating with power outlets is scarce, so laptop workers should arrive early. One sharp complaint about a cashier's rudeness on a specific Saturday afternoon shift, though this stands out against dozens of praise notes for staff friendliness.
Last updated 2026-08-14