Best cafes in Petaling Jaya
These are the 15 highest-scoring cafes in Petaling Jaya and nearby Damansara, SS2 and Sunway, ranked by our methodology using ratings, review volume, recency and sentiment. Scores were last updated 2026-10-15.
This is the all-round list, so it mixes classic coffee rooms with themed and activity cafes. Specialists are ranked on their own pages: bakery and dessert cafes, brunch and all-day dining cafes, and tea houses and traditional tea cafes. Order follows the composite score, so close scores should be read as near ties.
The picks on this list, and their order, are editor-reviewed. Each score shown is the business's earned score under our methodology; we never edit scores.
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cafe Seoul Forest | 87 | 4.9 (748) | — | Bakery & Dessert Cafes |
| 2 | Soooka Cafe | 86 | 4.8 (423) | — | — |
| 3 | dipndip Chocolate cafe Sunway Pyramid | 89 | 4.7 (1293) | — | Chocolate desserts, celebrations |
| 4 | Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya | 87 | 4.7 (286) | — | Bakery & Dessert Cafes |
| 5 | Champignons Patisserie @Kota Damansara | 85 | 4.7 (449) | — | Bakery & Dessert Cafes |
| 6 | Purrista PJ Cat cafe | 85 | 4.9 (507) | — | Bakery & Dessert Cafes |
| 7 | Xiao By Crustz | 84 | 4.6 (939) | — | Bakery & Dessert Cafes |
| 8 | JP&Co @ Sunway Pyramid | 84 | 4.7 (245) | — | Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes |
| 9 | RAYs @ B.LAND | 84 | 4.7 (438) | — | Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes |
| 10 | BakCatry | 88 | 4.9 (145) | — | Bakery & Dessert Cafes |
| 11 | 撞墙 Byond Walls Pizza Bar & Cafe SS2 | 85 | 4.7 (643) | — | Bakery & Dessert Cafes |
| 12 | Tedboy @ Jaya One | 77 | 4.5 (1323) | — | Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes |
| 13 | Fluffed Cafe @ Sunway Mentari | 78 | 4.6 (826) | — | Bakery & Dessert Cafes |
1. Cafe Seoul Forest
4.9 (748 reviews)score 87/100
Reviewers keep coming back to the croffles, which many call crispy and well made.
- Crispy, well-liked croffles
- Cozy, chill atmosphere
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Good music and drinks
Watch out: Small portions and small space
Services: Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes, Pet-Friendly Cafes, Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
2. Soooka Cafe
4.8 (423 reviews)score 86/100
Diners often praise the Teochew-style fusion menu, the duck leg rice, and the patient owner who explains each dish.
- Unique Teochew fusion dishes
- Friendly, patient staff and owner
- Duck leg rice and beef noodle
- Food made without MSG
Watch out: Soup seasoning too salty for some
Services: Pet-Friendly Cafes, Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
3. dipndip Chocolate cafe Sunway Pyramid
4.7 (1293 reviews)score 89/100
A 4.7 from 1293 reviews at Sunway Pyramid. Service is the headline, with server Asif and manager Aman named. The brownie crepe and strawberry ice cream get mentions, and staff helped with a child's birthday.
- Attentive, friendly staff
- Chocolate-focused desserts
- Chill setting
- Helpful with celebrations
Watch out: The review sample skews toward praise for individual staff.
Services: Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Bakery & Dessert Cafes
4. Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya
4.7 (286 reviews)score 87/100
Shoppers often praise the staff for being warm and helpful.
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Tasty egg tarts
- Fast service
- Tester samples offered
Watch out: Some find the tarts overpriced for what they are
Services: Bakery & Dessert Cafes
5. Champignons Patisserie @Kota Damansara
4.7 (449 reviews)score 85/100
Most reviewers keep coming back to the yogurt cheesecake, and many call the cakes simply nice.
- Yogurt cheesecake praised repeatedly
- Tiramisu described as light and creamy
- Fruity flavours like yuzu
- Cozy spot for catching up with friends
Watch out: Some find cakes too sweet
Services: Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
6. Purrista PJ Cat cafe
4.9 (507 reviews)score 85/100
Visitors mostly come for the cats, which reviewers describe as healthy, cared for and rescued.
- Well-cared-for rescue cats
- Good food and drinks
- Clean and tidy space
- Warm, relaxed atmosphere
Watch out: Rude or unsmiling staff (one review)
Services: Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes, Pet-Friendly Cafes, Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
7. Xiao By Crustz
4.6 (939 reviews)score 84/100
Xiao By Crustz in Seksyen 19 draws strong praise for its pastries, cakes, and calm interior.
- Fresh, varied pastries and desserts
- Calm, spacious, good-looking interior
- Friendly, attentive service
- Unique drinks like jasmine peach tea
Watch out: Hard to find parking at peak hours
Services: Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes, Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
8. JP&Co @ Sunway Pyramid
4.7 (245 reviews)score 84/100
Diners often leave happy with big portions and bold, mixed-cuisine dishes at a fair price.
- Generous portions for the price
- Tasty fusion menu (Japanese, Australian, local)
- Friendly, attentive staff
- Cozy, lively atmosphere
Watch out: Cold mushroom soup on one visit
Services: Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes, Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes
9. RAYs @ B.LAND
4.7 (438 reviews)score 84/100
Diners often leave happy with the food and the warm service.
- Generous portions for the price
- Friendly, attentive staff
- Strong sandwiches and toasties
- Fluffy pancakes and French toast
Watch out: Long waits for food during busy brunch
Services: Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes, Pet-Friendly Cafes, Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
10. BakCatry
4.9 (145 reviews)score 88/100
Reviewers say the owners from Hong Kong make visitors feel welcome.
- Friendly Hong Kong owners
- Authentic Hong Kong-style food
- Polo bun and milk tea
- Cat-themed merchandise and resident cat
Watch out: Some desserts described as just okay
Services: Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes, Pet-Friendly Cafes
11. 撞墙 Byond Walls Pizza Bar & Cafe SS2
4.7 (643 reviews)score 85/100
Diners mostly praise the crispy, hot pizza and the relaxed setting for friends or family.
- Crispy, freshly baked pizza crust
- Comfortable, relaxed atmosphere
- Friendly, patient staff
- Good menu variety for groups
Watch out: Kitchen closed at 11pm on two visits
Services: Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Pet-Friendly Cafes, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
12. Tedboy @ Jaya One
4.5 (1323 reviews)score 77/100
Reviewers praise the friendly staff, clean space, and well-made catering.
- Friendly, helpful staff
- Good catering and on-time delivery
- Tasty baked goods and sandwiches
- Comfortable, clean space
Watch out: Pricing mismatches and overcharging
Services: Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
13. Fluffed Cafe @ Sunway Mentari
4.6 (826 reviews)score 78/100
Fluffed Cafe in Sunway Mentari earns a 4.6 average from 826 Google reviews, with most diners happy with the waffles and ice cream.
- Crispy waffles
- Wide ice cream variety
- Good brunch and mains
- Relaxed atmosphere
Watch out: Pricey for portion size
Services: Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
How this ranking was calculated
| Signal | Weight |
|---|---|
| Review sentiment | 28% |
| Google rating | 26% |
| Review volume | 20% |
| Review recency | 16% |
| Profile completeness | 10% |
Ranking data checked 2026-10-15 · Full methodology ›
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