Cafes in Seksyen 17, Petaling Jaya: ranked picks
Seksyen 17 packs in a mix of tea culture, bakery-cafes, and brunch spots within a small stretch of PJ. The list below ranks them using our methodology, weighing ratings, review volume, and recent sentiment rather than star counts alone.
Most of these sit close together around Seksyen 17's older shophouse blocks, an area known for a slower pace than the malls nearby. Parking is tight across the board, so expect to circle the block or walk a few minutes from wherever you leave the car.
14 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tanah dan Air Tea Bar 坔茶舍 | 83 | 4.7 (148) | — | Quiet tea rituals |
| 2 | Ah Wong Office Kopitiam | 82 | 4.6 (491) | — | — |
| 3 | Strangers at 47 | 81 | 4.5 (3040) | — | — |
| 4 | Cropitiam大自然咖啡室 | 81 | 4.5 (199) | — | — |
| 5 | 半刻 Ban Ke Cafe @ Happy Mansion | 80 | 4.5 (245) | — | — |
| 6 | Dough! Bakery & Cafe | 80 | 4.5 (813) | — | Sourdough and proper coffee |
| 7 | Good Blue Men | 78 | 4.3 (1535) | — | — |
| 8 | Oh My Belly Petaling Jaya (Cafe and Brunch) | 78 | 4.3 (1055) | — | Big portions, family groups |
| 9 | Buttersome Bakery | 77 | 4.7 (42) | — | Shio pan and specialty coffee |
| 10 | Cafe Tujoh | 68 | 4 (1611) | — | — |
| 11 | Blue Dahlia | 67 | 3.9 (678) | — | — |
| 12 | Doux Doux Sec17 PJ | 66 | 4.4 (127) | — | — |
| 13 | Cafe Conti | 57 | 3.7 (28) | — | — |
| 14 | Bizbox - Cafe & Plant Gift Store - renamed WEP by Foreli located in Lumi | 55 | 4.6 (36) | — | — |
Ranked picks
Tanah dan Air Tea Bar 坔茶舍
score 83/100Handcrafted, shoe-off teahouse space with expert brewing that rewards slow, deliberate visits over quick coffee runs.
Ah Wong Office Kopitiam
score 82/100Diners often describe a homestyle kopitiam that feels like a friendly office canteen.
Strangers at 47
score 81/100Diners describe steady food and warm service across many visits.
Cropitiam大自然咖啡室
score 81/100Diners often praise the vegetarian kopitiam dishes, especially dim sum, wantan soup and assam laksa.
半刻 Ban Ke Cafe @ Happy Mansion
score 80/100Most reviewers find the staff friendly and the space cosy for a chat or some laptop work.
Dough! Bakery & Cafe
score 80/100House-baked sourdough and well-executed mains like smoked duck pair with consistently praised coffee, despite lunchtime waits.
Good Blue Men
score 78/100Good Blue Men in Seksyen 17 earns strong praise for its western food and fair prices.
Oh My Belly Petaling Jaya (Cafe and Brunch)
score 78/100Generous chicken chops and a family-friendly setup at fair prices, though air-con issues and inconsistent kitchen execution have crept in.
Buttersome Bakery
score 77/100A small, high-confidence favourite for its crispy shio pan and smooth Brazil-blend coffee in a bright, homemade-feeling space.
Cafe Tujoh
score 68/100Diners often like the calm, cosy mood and the plants by the windows.
Blue Dahlia
score 67/100Diners who come for the kuih tend to leave happy.
Doux Doux Sec17 PJ
score 66/100Doux Doux draws loyal fans for its signature canelés and French pastry lineup in a cosy, decorated space.
Cafe Conti
score 57/100Diners tend to praise the hash browns, sausage, and cozy look of the room.
Bizbox - Cafe & Plant Gift Store - renamed WEP by Foreli located in Lumi
score 55/100A plant-filled cafe in Seksyen 17 known for its turmeric sea salt latte and pastries.