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10 Best Brunch Cafes in Johor Bahru [2024]

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Brunch Johor Bahru

Best Brunch Johor Bahru
Best Brunch Johor Bahru

Looking for a great brunch cafe in Johor Bahru? Look no further! We have compiled a list of the 10 Best Brunch Cafes in Johor Bahru. These cafes offer delicious food and drinks that will satisfy your cravings. Whether you are looking for pancakes, waffles, eggs benedict, or just some coffee and pastries, these cafes have got you covered. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your next brunch outing today!

1. D’ Cafe

D' Cafe - Brunch Johor Bahru
D’ Cafe – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: D’ Cafe)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Cafe , Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/dcafe.jb/
AddressNo. 9, Jalan Kelewang, Taman Sri Tebrau 80050 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-332 3311
Emailinfo.cafede@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

D’ Cafe is a popular spot for those seeking to buy something frivolous before or after brunch. The space is bright and airy, thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows and a glass skylight. It provides lots of photo opportunities for visitors. Breakfast is beautiful in this cafe. The staff are fantastic and very polite, and the cuisine is wonderful.

Asian Sally, salmon fried rice, and Pot-a-tato Rosti are among the options, so get ready to eat something tasty. An iced coffee or a sparkling Pomegranate Breeze will help you quench your post-shopping thirst.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great breakfast
  • Cozy Ambiance 
  • Reasonable Price

Customer’s Review:

Simply my new favourite place, especially in the morning when it’s quiet and super peaceful.

Sammy Ong

2. Mrs WhĂł

Mrs WhĂł - Brunch Johor Bahru
Mrs Whó – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: Mrs Whó)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Café
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/ohmywho/
AddressSKS Pavillion Residences, Jalan Storey, Bukit Senyum, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 12-774 6349
Emailhello@ohmywho.com

The Muslim-owned Mrs. WhĂł cafe serves all-day brunch in a light, airy dining room with pops of green. Fried chicken waffles, a golden cheese sandwich, and spicy rendang nasi lemak are just a few of the delectable dishes available at Mrs. WhĂł Cafe Leave some room for the equally sumptuous desserts, flavored coffees, and invigorating spritzers as well.

Key Differentiators:

  • Muslim-owned 
  • Relaxing atmosphere
  • Great Service

Customer’s Review:

The taste as good as it look  totally recommended place and warm hospitality from waitress. Love it ♄

Fara Ashikin Uyub

3. Fifty Trees

Fifty Trees - Brunch Johor Bahru
Fifty Trees – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: Fifty Trees)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Café, Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/fiftytrees53
Address53, Jalan Beringin, Taman Melodies 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-338 4150
Emailfiftytrees.skybeefoodnbeverages@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

Fifty Trees is a cafe with green plants and trees. The ideal spot to catch up for brunch. While you eat, relax beneath the protection of Lush Greenery. Fifty Trees offers a diverse cuisine with a focus on local specialties, including Hainanese Chicken Rice, Nutella Banana Pancakes and Homemade Tiramisu

Key Differentiators:

  • A Garden-concept CafĂ© 
  • Perfect spot for gathering 
  • No pork and No Lard CafĂ© 

Customer’s Review:

Love the environment and staff there are nice too. Food is delicious, especially the Eggs Benedict and waffles with ice cream I will definitely there again

Kimmi Lim

4. Sorella Cafe

Sorella Cafe - Brunch Johor Bahru
Sorella Cafe – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: Sorella Cafe)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Café, Dessert Shop, Breakfast & Brunch Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/sorellacafejb/
Address48, Jalan Indah 28/1, Taman Bukit Indah, 81200 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 7-287 7779
Emailsorellacafe@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM, Wednesday Closed

Sorella Café is an adorable, cheerful restaurant with lovely décor and a warm atmosphere that serves breakfast and brunch dishes.

They create a range of French and Japanese-inspired sweets and desserts, each with meticulous attention to detail. Their Croque Madame, Croissant, and Toast is also highly recommended brunch.

Key Differentiators:

  • Japanese French Patisserie CafĂ©
  • Premium artisan pastries and desserts
  • Cozy ambiance

Customer’s Review:

Nice food that is vegetarian-friendly and great ambience! Love it here

Huishan Lan

5. The Replacement – Lodge & Kitchen

The Replacement - Lodge & Kitchen - Brunch Johor Bahru
The Replacement – Lodge & Kitchen – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: The Replacement – Lodge & Kitchen)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/thereplacementlandk/
Address33 – 34, Jalan Dhoby 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 12-547 7885
Emailthereplacementlandk@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

The Replacement Lodge & Café is your hipster café of choice for when you need a nice rest from all of your wanderlust. They maintain their décor to a bare minimum with all-white interiors, potted plants, and rustic wooden furnishings to maximize its Instagram appeal on every angle.

The Unagi Bao with Fries and their specialty churros are among the must-try items. The Replacement has also just recently introduced brand-new options, including a cafe-style menu inspired by kopitiams.

Key Differentiators:

  • Instagram chic aesthetics 
  • Minimal with all-white interiors, potted plants and rustic wooden furnishings
  • Romantic atmosphere

Customer’s Review:

First time and I love it! Waitress and Waiters were friendly. Food will great, reasonable price! Will head back again. From SG.

Annie LiHua Tan

6. Axis Lounge by DoubleTree by Hilton

Axis Lounge by DoubleTree by Hilton - Brunch Johor Bahru
Axis Lounge by DoubleTree by Hilton – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: Axis Lounge by DoubleTree by Hilton)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/doubletreeJB
AddressLobby level, 12, Jalan Ngee Heng, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 (7) 268 6868
Operating hoursOpen Daily 12:00pm – 6:00pm

The Axis Lounge by DoubleTree by Hilton is a great place to conduct business or have fun, whether you’re staying for work or pleasure. They serve both breakfast and lunch, as well as an afternoon tea. You may anticipate a combination of sweet and savory foods, such as freshly baked scones, finger sandwiches, tarts, and apple pies with your favorite tea or coffee.

Key Differentiators:

  • Family-friendly
  • Great Food
  • Complimentary Wi Fi available 

Customer’s Review:

Food especially breakfast is really great with lots of varieties.

N Lina Ismail

7. Commune by the Creators

Commune by the Creators - Brunch Johor Bahru
Commune by the Creators – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: Commune by the Creators)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Café, Breakfast and Brunch Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/communebythecreators/
Address228, 230 Jalan Adda 7, Taman Adda 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 11-3120 2300
Emailcommunecafejb@gmail.com
Operating hoursDaily 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Commune by the creators is to offer high-quality, healthful cuisine to the neighborhood. A charming hamlet nestled in the countryside. This café’s clean, attractive appearance makes it an ideal place to get away from the city’s hectic atmosphere. Enjoy a piping hot cup of coffee with a hearty dinner in this quiet environment.

For that classic Instagrammable brunch, go for the freshly baked bagels or eggs benedict on toast. If you want something more substantial, try one of the pasta dishes.

Key Differentiators:

  • Nordic minimalist cafĂ©
  • All ingredients sourced from Halal certified suppliers and distributors
  • They don’t use anything artificial, including alcohol and MSG, in their items.

Customer’s Review:

Cafe is quite spacious and the staff that attend us is very friendly, accommodating and also great at taking pictures. Foods and got few options of coffee especially if you are looking for brunch or hi tea and this is a cosy place to hang out with friends or family. Would want to come again and try other menu and burnt cheesecake.

HANI SYAMSUL

8. The Brew Orchestra

The Brew Orchestra - Brunch Johor Bahru
The Brew Orchestra – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: The Brew Orchestra)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Coffee shop, Breakfast and Brunch Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/thebreworchestra/
Address19 jalan molek 1/5c taman molek 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 18-979 7933
Emailthebreworchestra.my@gmail.com
Operating hoursMonday to Saturday 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM, Sunday 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM

The Brew Orchestra café serves amazing cups that will wow even the biggest coffee snobs. Take a look at its extensive selection of specialty coffee beans. Other than coffee, Brew Orchestra serves delectable brunches and thickly-packed sandwiches that will keep you satisfied as you explore Johor Bahru.

Key Differentiators:

  • Premium Coffee
  • Healthy Desire
  • Serves scrumptious brunches and thickly-packed sandwiches

Customer’s Review:

The food was excellent with a nice ambience. Ordered their signature brew orchestra breakfast & scrambled egg & Ham croissant. Great place for gathering & chill out for breakfast or afternoon tea. However, food & coffee were a little pricey

Bier Lin

9. The FOUNDERS Cafe

The FOUNDERS Cafe - Brunch Johor Bahru
The FOUNDERS Cafe – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: The FOUNDERS Cafe)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Café, Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/thefounderscafe.co/
Address45, Jalan Tiong Emas Kawasan Perindustrian Tiong Nam Tebrau 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia.
Phone+60 7-360 9101
Emailthefounderscafe.co@gmail.com  
Operating hoursDaily 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM

The Founders Café, which has maintained its popularity as a go-to brunch spot for its pleasant service, tasty cuisine, and laid-back vibe. The high window frame entrance, sky blue Volkswagen van on the side, and minimal industrial-themed restaurant are all landmarks.

Australian-style brunch specials are available at this restaurant. The English Big Breakfast – a platter of breakfast ingredients including scrambled eggs, beef bacon, and potato tots – or Banana Oatmeal Pancake – a vegan-friendly banana oatmeal pancake with banana, honey, and granola.

Key Differentiators:

  • Australian-style brunch specials
  • Friendly service, good food, and chill vibes
  • Minimal, industrial-themed dining space

Customer’s Review:

Had the big breakfast and avocado smash. Both were great, it tasted great and, looks great. Ambiance was good too. Certainly had a smash.

Kenny Zhi Yao Chan

10. Rowan & Parsley

Rowan & Parsley - Brunch Johor Bahru
Rowan & Parsley – Brunch Johor Bahru (Credit: Rowan & Parsley)
Key ServicesBrunch Cafe, Café, Restaurant
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/rowan.parsley/
AddressNo.17, Jalan Cenderai 20, Kawasan Perindustrial Kota Putri 81750 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Phone+60 11-1005 4747
Operating hoursDaily 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM

The restaurant Rowan & Parsley is large and has a variety of seating choices for different parties. Request for a table at the corner behind the coffee bar if you’re taking photos because you’ll get both natural light and a beautiful view of the outdoors.

The Big Brother Benedict, a signature brunch dish that includes house-smoked beef, poached eggs, and Hollandaise sauce on top of classic English muffins, is a must-try.

Key Differentiators:

  • Romantic atmosphere
  • Fine dining
  • Creative cuisine

Customer’s Review:

Love the ambiance there. The food is delicious. The order is fast and the delivery is fast. The service is on point. Big thumbs up!!

Eve Ling

Brunch Johor Bahru

Brunch Cafe Johor Bahru is a great place to enjoy a meal with friends or family. The cafe has a wide variety of food options that will satisfy everyone’s taste buds. You can also enjoy the cafe’s relaxing atmosphere while you eat.

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