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TwentyOne.cafe

Updated 2026-08-14 · 2,270 reviewed · 300 listed · Scored from 37 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(37) 67 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
CafePet-Friendly CafeTraditional Kopitiam
TwentyOne.cafe
Services
Cafe, Pet-Friendly Cafe, Traditional Kopitiam
Reviews
37

What recent reviews say

Strong coffee and drink game with crispy fried chicken keeps regulars returning, though food consistency stumbles: half the menu often unavailable, orders get mixed up, and wait times stretch even when the kitchen is understaffed. Staff smile through it, but noise complaints and portion gripes suggest operational rough edges that pricing doesn't offset.

Praised for
  • friendly, smiling staff
  • signature specialty drinks (fruity, buttercream, black rose water)
  • crispy chicken tenders
  • cozy ambience
  • fast service
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent food quality and availability
  • order mix-ups and long waits
  • music too loud (audible from nearby residences)
  • small drink cups
  • undersized portions
  • rice and noodle texture issues
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Best for: Regulars wanting specialty coffee and fried chicken in a casual, pet-friendly setting.
Think twice if: You're sensitive to loud music or need reliable order accuracy; menu limits and kitchen capacity issues make lunch-hour orders risky.

Strengths

  • Specialty house drinks: fruity Americano, buttercream peach water, black rose-coffee blend
  • Consistently crispy chicken tenders
  • Friendly, attentive staff
  • Pet-friendly cafe

Worth knowing

  • Barista Keem praised for coffee and water art
  • Signature drinks include fruity Americano and buttercream peach water
  • Chicken tenders stay crispy even after cooling
  • Menu often unavailable items on order day
  • Kitchen short-staffed during peak times
  • Games provided while waiting

What reviews say by service

Cafe
Specialty drinks (fruity Americano, peach buttercream water) highly praised; food inconsistency and order errors erode trust.
Pet-Friendly Cafe
Pet-friendly setting confirmed but no specific reviews about pet experience.
Traditional Kopitiam
Malaysian breakfast items (nasi lemak, chicken curry, pan mee) offered but quality varies; some dishes remade (pan mee with ramen instead) cause confusion.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.4 average across the 257 cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 36% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 60
Review volume 69
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 59
Profile completeness 50
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Is the music quiet enough for a relaxed meal?
No; one reviewer heard it from Casa Kayangan residence nearby and described it as noise pollution, suggesting it is loud.
Which drinks should I order?
Reviewers consistently praise the signature waters: buttercream peach water, black rose-coffee blend, and fruity Americano. Barista Keem is noted for his water art.
Is the chicken crispy?
Yes; the chicken tenders are crispy outside, soft inside, and remain crispy even after cooling. Katsu has crispy batter.

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Last updated 2026-08-14