PJ Cafe
Menu

Syed Bistro - Kelana Jaya

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · Scored from 1,236 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.6(1236) 61 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Halal / Muslim-Friendly CafesSpecialty Coffee & Roastery CafesBrunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Syed Bistro - Kelana Jaya
Services
Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes, Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Reviews
1236

What recent reviews say

The Bukhara biryani draws regulars who praise its affordability and taste, particularly the dum-style preparation with long-grain rice. However, the experience is undercut by persistent hygiene concerns (pest sightings, foul odors during mopping), cashier overcharging that requires asking for receipts to correct, and inconsistent food quality ranging from spoiled mango lassi to salty tandoori chicken.

Staff interactions are mixed: some staff fix billing errors when pushed, but lack apology or accountability. Wait times for simple orders (like bread) are disproportionate. The venue itself darkens over time and feels neglected. Regulars return for specific dishes, but first-time diners risk a poor introduction.

Praised for
  • affordable food
  • Bukhara biryani praised
  • good place to chat
  • sweet tea (teh o ais)
  • delicious flavors when prepared well
Watch-outs
  • hygiene issues and pest sightings
  • cleanliness and odor problems
  • cashier overcharging
  • long wait times
  • quality inconsistency
  • food spoilage incidents
good-valueoverpricednoisy-crowdedslow-servicelong-wait-timesclean-restroom
Best for: Regulars seeking affordable biryani; not suitable for first-time diners or those sensitive to cleanliness.
Think twice if: Hygiene concerns (pest sightings, odor), cashier billing errors, inconsistent food quality, and slow service deter many visitors.

Strengths

  • Bukhara biryani (dum-style, affordable)
  • nasi kandar and grills
  • competitive pricing for portions

Worth knowing

  • Bukhara biryani RM18+ (takeaway, dum-style with quartered chicken)
  • teh o ais kosong (black iced tea) mentioned as worth trying
  • mango lassi reported spoiled in at least one incident
  • cashiers documented overcharging; receipt verification required
  • long wait times for simple orders (2 pieces of bread)
  • branch also operates in Bangsar

How it compares

  • Rated 3.6 against a 4.33 average across the 113 brunch & all-day dining cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 94% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 8
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 46
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
377
4
344
3
295
2
96
1
124

Similar cafes nearby

Black John
21 low data

Black John

No rating yet✓ Verified

Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
OAK Kelana Jaya
86

OAK Kelana Jaya

4.8(532)✓ Verified

Staff members like Devi, Anna, Jannah, and Nevi earn repeated praise for genuine friendliness and quick help. The kitchen delivers reliable halal chicken rice, BBQ chicken, and noodle dishes that keep people coming back. Reviewers note the space is clean and quiet for a kopitiam-style spot. The main friction points are that decor feels basic and sound insulation could be better. One isolated incident raised food safety concerns, though the overall track record is strong.

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Koko Nut Hut
41 low data

Koko Nut Hut

5.0(2)

Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes

Last updated 2026-07-06