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12 Best Cafes in Ipoh [2025]

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Best Cafe Ipoh
Best Cafe Ipoh

If you are looking for a great cup of coffee, then you need to check out the 12 Best Cafes in Ipoh. These cafes serve some of the best coffee in town, and they offer a great atmosphere for you to relax in. Read on!

1. The BIG Group

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/TheBigGroup/
AddressNo. 75, Jalan Panglima, 30000 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Phone+60 12-331 3913
Emailsocial@thebiggroup.co

The BIG Group provides exquisite meals to satisfy its insatiable appetite for creating memorable experiences for everyone and connecting with one another via all forms of food. In Malaysia, they support a diverse and expanding array of eateries, cafes, bars, and grocery stores.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various products and services
  • Great deals
  • Reasonable price

Customer Testimonial:

“Awesome! loves the food so much.”

Erien Ycyiyien

2. Durbar At FMS

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/DurbarAtFMS/
AddressNo. 2, Jalan Sultan Idris Shah, Ipoh, Malaysia
Phone+60 17-797 7115
Emailheritageprovender@gmail.com
Operating HoursMonday-Sunday 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Wednesday Closed

The Hainanese immigrant known as “The FMS,” which stands for the Federated Malay States, founded Durbar At FMS in 1906. They offer top-notch service and delicious meals in a welcoming setting.

Key Differentiators:

  • High quality service
  • Great deals
  • Historical

Customer Testimonial:

“Great food and great atmosphere. Will definitely come here for special occasions.”

Goh Boon Leong

3. Patisserie BoutiQue

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Patisserie.BoutiQue
Address103, Jalan Sultan Yusuff, 3000 Ipoh. 31400 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Phone+60 5-241 1385
Emailpatisserie.boutique@gmail.com
Operating HoursDaily 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Pastas and pastries are served in a variety at PĂątisserie BoutiQue, and they are all cooked from scratch. They are well-liked when paired with sourdough breakfast options.

Key Differentiators:

  • Large tea selection
  • Reasonable price
  • Cozy atmosphere

Customer Testimonial:

“Good atmosphere. Food is nice too. Recommended!”

Pei Yee

4. Aud’s by JJ CafĂ©

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/audscafe
Address97 Jalan Sultan Yussuf, Ipoh, Malaysia
Phone+60 5-246 1310
Emailhello.audscafe@gmail.com
Operating HoursTuesday-Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Aud’s by JJ CafĂ© has a rustic and warm ambiance, something a little different from the norm. They preserve as much of the character of the vintage building as possible while they turned this space to a charming cafe.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various offers
  • Authentic dish
  • Great deals

Customer Testimonial:

“Nice little cafĂ©, worth a visit.”

Peter Chwee

5. Jln Theatre Coffee

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/jalantheatrecoffee/
Address76 Jln Theatre, Ipoh, Malaysia
Phone+60 16-755 0235
Emailjlntheatrecoffee@gmail.com
Operating HoursDaily 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Great coffee and sweets are available at Jln Theatre Coffee. They are a coffee shop that provides specialty coffee and has a nod to Ipoh’s past (freshly roasted, grounded and brewed).

Key Differentiators:

  • High quality products and service
  • Various service
  • Great options

Customer Testimonial:

“Great coffee and cakes! Great place!”

Ken Mun

6. The Marketplace Waffle Bar & Cafe

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/marketplaceipoh/
Address13, Jalan Market, Ipoh, Malaysia
Phone+60 10-228 4350
Operating HoursMonday and Wednesday 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Tuesday, Thursday-Sunday 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM

The Marketplace Waffle Bar & Cafe offers a large selection of real café at affordable prices and in a welcoming setting.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various choices
  • Exquisite experience
  • Generous servings

Customer Testimonial:

“Price reasonable and waffles is taste nice.”

Jessica Chung Ying Lee

7. Just Say Café

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/justsaycafeipoh/
Address20 Jalan Lau Ek Ching , Ipoh, Malaysia
Phone+60 16-254 1262
EmailJustsaycafe@gmail.com
Operating HoursMonday-Tuesday 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Thursday-Sunday 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

The main goal of Just Say Café is to help you express some of your unique traits and sense of style. They have a pleasant atmosphere, great service, and tasty coffee.

Key Differentiators:

  • Cozy atmosphere
  • Great deals
  • Various options

Customer Testimonial:

“Nice environment with excellent service, good coffee too.”

RA Rakib

8. Purple Moon Lover

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Purple-Moon-Lover-233484127070007/
Address53,Jalan Lee Kwee Foh ,Tmn Canning ,31400 Ipoh perak 31400 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Phone+60 5-547 6328
Operating HoursMonday-Friday 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday-Sunday 10:00 AM – 9:00 PM

In a lovely, cozy setting, Purple Moon Lover provides a wide selection of delicious food and drinks. It’s costlier, but it’s worth it for your camera, plus it tastes decent too.

Key Differentiators:

  • Reasonable price
  • Creative dish
  • Great deals

Customer Testimonial:

“Lovely ambience and delicious pastries.”

Chan Wyan

9. Cafe Nineteen Sixty One

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Cafe1961station18/
AddressNo 35, Medan Stesen 19, Station 18, Ipoh, Malaysia
Phone+60 16-567 1266

One of the friendliest cafes in town is Cafe Nineteen Sixty One. They offer good service, delicious meals, and a cozy atmosphere.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various offers
  • Fair price
  • Exquisite experience

Customer Testimonial:

“Been here countless time. One of the  most warm-hearted cafe in town. Great food and cozy vibe.”

Boon JIe Lim

10. 10 Studio Café

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/10studiocafe/
Address10 Hala Tambun Jaya 1, Taman Tambun Jaya, Ipoh, Malaysia
Phone+60 16-557 3862
Email10studiocafe@gmail.com
Operating HoursTuesday-Sunday 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Attractive desserts and sweets are available at 10 Studio Café. Their cake is excellent and not overly creamy or sugary.

Key Differentiators:

  • Great deals
  • Various offers
  • Fair price

Customer Testimonial:

“The cake delicious not too sweet and not too creamy. Suitable for kids.”

Annie Ong

11. Petit Mary Patisserie French Cuisines

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/Petit-Mary-Patisserie-401512793359482/
AddressNo 83, Jalan Langsat, Taman Teh Teng Seng 31400 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Phone+60 5-547 2072
Emailkok_fong_food@hotmail.com
Operating HoursDaily 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM

You are always welcome to stop by Petit Mary Patisserie French Cuisines, a contemporary take on the classic neighborhood bakery, to enjoy their distinctive and delectable pastries. Their complete dedication to quality includes prompt, courteous, and attentive service.

Key Differentiators:

  • Creative cuisine
  • Great deals
  • Various offers

Customer Testimonial:

“The environment is nice and comfortable, the croissant sandwich is also delicious, and the waiter’s attitude is also good.”

May Mah

12. Six And A Half Café

Key ServicesCafe Ipoh
Websitehttps://www.facebook.com/6halfcoffee/
Address5A Pusat Perdagangan Canning 2, Pusat Perdagangan Canning, Ipoh, Malaysia
Phone+60 18-229 9932
Emaildoubledemitasse@outlook.com
Operating HoursDaily 9:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Thursday Closed

Great and authentic food is available at Six And A Half Café for a fair price in a pleasant setting. They consistently deliver tasty food that is well prepared.

Key Differentiators:

  • Various choices
  • Cozy atmosphere
  • Fair price

Customer Testimonial:

“Good food every time, and presented nicely.”

Cindy Chong Evans

Cafe Ipoh

Whether you’re looking for a place to relax and enjoy a good cup of coffee, or somewhere to take your loved ones for a special treat, there’s definitely something for everyone in this charming city. So what are you waiting for? Start exploring Ipoh’s cafe scene today!

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