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PMTD COFFEE

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · Scored from 44 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(44) 77 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Specialty Coffee & Roastery CafesStudy / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
PMTD COFFEE
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Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes, Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
Reviews
44

What recent reviews say

Most visits feel like stepping into a calm refuge from city life: customers praise the thoughtfully crafted specialty drinks (particularly "Not Beer" and "Mount Fuji"), the meditative vibe, and the black cat that roams freely. Staff warmth and pastry quality are consistent positives, though a few found service dismissive or unhelpful when seeking directions.

The cafe occupies a deliberately low-key spot above shop lots in a tattoo building, now relocating to Jalan PJU. Barista James creates drinks with bartender-level precision, refining recipes from feedback. The space suits solo work and quiet socialising; multiple reviewers note people working on laptops. Price positioning is described as reasonable.

Praised for
  • specialty coffee creations
  • cozy, meditative atmosphere
  • friendly owner and staff
  • cute resident cat
  • hidden gem location
  • good pastries and desserts
Watch-outs
  • hard to find/poor signage
  • disinterested barista behaviour
  • rude phone service on one occasion
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Best for: Solo coffee drinkers seeking quiet focus or peaceful reflection; specialty coffee enthusiasts
Think twice if: The space is hard to locate in its current form; two reviewers had negative phone interactions when asking for directions

Strengths

  • creative signature drinks (Not Beer, Mount Fuji, Seasons)
  • barista James's bartender-level precision and refinement
  • meditative, minimalist atmosphere
  • resident black cat as part of the experience

Worth knowing

  • Barista named James creates signature drinks with bartender-level approach to refinement
  • Staff member named Yoru mentioned guiding customers
  • Resident black cat noted as part of the cafe character
  • Located on 3rd floor above tattoo shop and Penang restaurant (current location)
  • Relocating to Jalan PJU
  • Filter coffee bean selection available

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
House-created drinks praised for creativity and precision; signature drinks like 'Not Beer' and 'Mount Fuji' frequently mentioned positively
Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
Multiple reviewers note people working on laptops; described as peaceful and suitable for solo focus

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.37 average across the 336 specialty coffee & roastery cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 17% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 77
Review volume 72
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 69
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I work on my laptop here?
Yes. Multiple reviewers mention working on laptops in the cafe; the atmosphere is described as quiet and peaceful for focus.
Where is the new location?
The business is relocating to Jalan PJU in the Damansara area (as of the most recent review mentioning the move, 3 months ago).
What are the signature drinks?
Reviewers highlight 'Not Beer', 'Mount Fuji' (a cheesecake drink), 'Seasons' (described as like liquid tiramisu), and filter coffee options.

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Last updated 2026-07-06