What’s the best way for foodies to spend idle weekends? Café hopping of course! And there is no lack of cafes in Shah Alam either.
Shah Alam has many new and established cafes that have delicious food and an aromatic cuppa.
This list includes artisan roasteries and stylish cafes.
1. Common
Try tasty western delicacies, pasta, soups, and more.
But Common is most known for artisanal sandwiches that sell like hotcakes. The crux of this winner is none other than their sourdough bread.
This is crunchy, flavorful, and chewy all at once. And you can pair it with your filling of choice. Don’t pass on the Japan Beef Steak either because this is another fail-proof crowd-puller.
Common only serves food until 6 pm. So you can come here for an amazing breakfast, lunch, and teatime treat.
- Address: Seksyen 13, 71, Jalan Snuker 13/28, Tadisma Business Park, 40100 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: 8 am–11 pm; Friday, 8 am–12:30 pm, 2:30 pm–11 pm
- Contact: +603-55233006
2. 3ffy’s, Glenmarie (Formerly Tiffany’s Cafe)
Who needs to travel so far when you can dine on a film set replica at 3fffy’s Glenmarie?
Inspired by the classic Audrey Hepburn show:
Breakfast at Tiffany’s, 3ffy’s interior has pastel shades of turquoise. It is a soothing and chic environment.
Chart-toppers from the menu include their pancakes that sell out by 10am.
Other than that, Big Breakfast fans must give their rendition a try. Their hearty breakfast set features quality sausages and scrambled eggs.
While some feel that the menu is missing a “Wow” factor:
Don’t sidestep 3ffy’s as it still offers tantalizing café food in generous portions and a cozy ambiance!
- Address: First Floor, 3, Jalan Peniaga U1/34, Hicom-glenmarie Industrial Park, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: 8 am–2 pm, 6 pm–9 pm
- Contact: +603-55699643
3. Sips & Bites Café
East meets West sums up this hipster café in Shah Alam.
Here, you’ll find outstanding fusion dishes. Like their creamy miso pasta, lala mee hoon with baby crab on the sides, and the fish burger that’s tasty to the last bite.
Their spaghetti with minced pork is usually an instant hit with kids too. Along with wholesome ciabatta sandwiches showcase their mastery of doughy creations.
Besides this, there are many bento and rice sets. Hence, this café’s appeal extends beyond Malaysian fanfare!
- Address: 38-G, Jln Sungai Burung AA32/AA, Bukit Rimau, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: 9:30am–8pm (Closed on Mondays)
- Contact: +603-55251309
4. Brew N Bread
Expect one of the finest coffees in this lovely café. The cafe doubles as a wholesaler and retailer of coffee beans and gourmet coffee.
To cultivate a holistic sipping culture:
A taste note along with the origin of the bean comes with each cup of coffee served here.
Apart from their robust Arabica and beverages, the salted egg pasta is on point. Desserts are too mind-blowing to ignore.
With classy food presentations and a calming environment:
Brew N Bread is a clear haven for coffee connoisseurs and foodies alike.
- Address: 10, Jalan Anggerik Vanilla M 31/M, Kota Kemuning, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: 9am–10pm
- Contact: +6018-2081388
5. Warunk Koffie by Wood & Steel
Instagram-worthy in every nook and cranny:
Warunk Koffie is a life-sized terrarium. They have ornamental plants and toothsome food.
High ceilings compliment this contemporary-chic café. Along with industrial walls and ample natural light.
Everything here is for sale, including their furniture. As the cafe doubles as a furniture showroom.
Food-wise, prepare to sink your teeth into their meat platter, chicken chop, and pasta!
One drawback is their parking. The cafe’s compound only fits 8 to 10 cars. And you’ll likely have to park at the neighboring front yard instead.
- Address: Seksyen U17, Lot 1686, Jalan Gajah 10, Kampung Kubu Gajah, 40160 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: 5pm-10pm (Closed on Mondays)
- Contact: +6012-3361545
6. The Teapot Deli
For a traditional English afternoon tea and quintessential British desserts:
Head over to The Teapot Deli. Their prices are reasonable too.
This British food specialist serves authentic renditions of chicken chop. As well as classic gourmet pies, bread puddings, and even local delights. Like Laksa Johor (tangy noodles with coconut milk).
Their English afternoon tea set has scones with real strawberry jam and cream. And not the commercial variety either.
Another classic British dessert worth ordering is their Victoria Sandwich Cake. This pairs well with a pot of Earl Grey tea.
- Address: Sacc Mall, 2f-29, Jalan Perbadanan 14/9, Seksyen 14, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: 11:30am–7pm
- Contact: +6017-6178818
7. POLA-DOLA Cafe & Kitchen
In the swanky Eco Ardence neighborhood:
POLA-DOLA Café & Kitchen also features a plant-filled interior. There are hanging ferns and ample indoor greenery.
This little glasshouse café serves up a succulent and juicy chicken chop.
Other bestsellers include the Shakshuka. This isa Maghribi poached egg dish with spices and vegetables.
Spicy tomato cream spaghetti and salted egg mushroom starter are worthy dishes too.
Take note that dinner time is the peak period here. So if you do choose to come here for dinner, waiting is inevitable.
- Address: L33-G, Ardence Lab, PT8 Eco Ardence, Persiaran Setia Alam, Setia Alam, 40170 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 12 pm–10 pm; Saturday & Sunday, 10 am–10 pm
- Contact: +603-50332472
8. Spiced Pumpkin Café
In spite of the name, this café serves some of the best Palestinian cuisines in town. Or rather an intriguing mix of Palestinian and local food.
This café has a long list of crowd-pleasers. This includes their Nasi Arab Maqlubah, Lontong Kering, Kunafa, and cheesy pita.
The food here is full-bodied, flavorful, and distinct. They use quality ingredients and have great attention to detail.
But some find the plastic disposable serving plates a turnoff. And under-staffing leads to slow service.
Note: There is a kids’ play area to occupy the toddlers.
- Address: Lot 291, Unit 2.0, Kompleks KPPMS, Jalan RU 3/9a, 40000 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: 3:30 pm–9:30 pm (Closed on Mondays)
- Contact: +6019-2728317
9. TTL Bukit Jelutong
If you’re around Bukit Jelutong, TTL Bukit Jelutong is an ideal culinary refuge for fusion and local food.
It has a modernist sleek interior. And amazing spaghetti beef Bolognese.
There is lamb chop and belacan (fermented spicy prawn paste) seafood olio too. Plus, and a variety of crispy snacks!
Portions are enough for one which leaves room to try their delightful lineup of desserts. Especially their Oreo Milkshake!
TTL Bukit Jelutong is a thriving gourmet space worth exploring. And as a bonus, they have ample parking space.
Along with pretty plating, and robust coffee prepared by experienced baristas!
- Address: No 2, Jalan N U8/N, Seksyen U8 Bukit Jelutong Timur, 40150 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: 11am–8:30pm
- Contact: +603-78319702
10. Gula Cakery
Comfort food, decadent cakes, and cooking classes are all under one roof. This ambitious chain has 7 outlets sprawled across the Klang Valley.
Their fan base return to palate-pleasing dishes. Such as Spaghetti Lemak Cili Api (Spicy Chili Spaghetti).
Or Nasi Kerabu (Rice dish featuring blue rice, fried chicken, and other salads). There’s no forgetting their creamy carbonara pasta either.
Above all, Gula Cakery has bespoke cakes with unique flavors.
Try the exquisite blackout choc cake, scrumptious pavlovas, or mango cheesecake.
Their cakes are pricy at RM14-18 per slice. But they are worth every penny. It does not hurt that the dining environment is clean and comfortable. Customer service is prompt too.
And while you’re here:
Head up to the first floor where Gula Creamery is to indulge in an assortment of smoothies and ice creams.
- Address: 11, Jln Anggerik Aranda BG 31/BG, 40460 Shah Alam, Selangor
- Opening Hours: 10am-10pm
- Contact: +6011-16353232
Conclusion
Casual dining with great food and chill atmospheres are common features of the best cafés in Shah Alam.
This list has a mix of fusion restaurants. Some have local dishes, Western cuisine, and even Palestinian food.
And these hipster cafés provide ample chances to level up your Instagram feed!
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