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Polpetta

Updated 2026-10-15 · 2,839 reviewed · 475 listed · Scored from 68 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(68) 63 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Polpetta
Location
Kampung Sungai Kayu Ara, Petaling Jaya
Service
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Reviews
68
Best for
local office workers seeking a quick, affordable lunch with solid comfort food

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-10-15).

What do recent reviews say?

Most visits deliver solid comfort food at fair prices: the Hainanese chicken rice is the standout, portions are generous, and food comes out quickly. Service swings wildly-some staff are warm and efficient, others dismissive or indifferent-and the dining space feels cramped and warm on busy days. Worth a try for lunch if you value straightforward, well-priced meals over polished ambiance.

Praised for
  • generous portions and fast service
  • well-executed Hainanese chicken rice
  • authentic Asian comfort food
  • friendly staff (when present)
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent service quality and attitude
  • poor air-conditioning
  • gloomy or run-down atmosphere
  • oily pasta dishes
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Best for: local office workers seeking a quick, affordable lunch with solid comfort food
Think twice if: service can be cold or dismissive; air-conditioning is weak during busy hours; atmosphere feels dated and crowded

What are they good at?

  • authentic Hainanese chicken rice
  • generous portions at fair prices
  • fast service during lunch rush

Worth knowing

  • Staff member Egbert noted for excellent service
  • Hainanese chicken rice is signature dish
  • meatballs are frequently mentioned by return customers
  • pesto pasta served with generous oil; soup comes with white garlic bread

What reviews say by service

Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Chicken rice and fried rice are fast and flavourful; pasta portions large but sometimes oily.
Tea Houses & Traditional Tea Cafes
Hot tea pairs well with meals; limited evidence of dedicated tea service beyond drink pairing.

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.37 average across the 173 brunch & all-day dining cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 29% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 41
Review volume 80
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
35
4
14
3
9
2
4
1
6

FAQ

Is the air-conditioning strong?
No. Reviewers note it could be cooler, especially during lunch when the cafe is crowded and warm.
What is the signature dish?
Hainanese chicken rice. Reviewers consistently praise it as authentic and well-prepared, with tender chicken and fragrant rice.
How long do meals take?
Fast. Food comes out quickly, even during busy lunch hours.

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Last updated 2026-10-15