The 10 most Instagram-worthy cafes to try in Petaling Jaya

Sarah Khan 21 Oct 2016 updated the 12 June 2017 à 10:04

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Frisson Coffee Bar @ Damansara Uptown
Frisson Coffee Bar is definitely one of the best breakfast and brunch spots in the area. Besides its breakfast and brunch fare like the hearty Frisson's Big Breakkie, it also serves great pizza and pasta dishes, like the Soft-Shell Crab Pasta and Norwegian Salmon Pizza.
For something sweet, try the signature P.TripleB French Toast - a scrumptious towering french toast dessert drenched in creamy peanut butter and stuffed with banana and bacon (pictured).
71-G, Jalan SS 21/1A, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Photo: Frisson Coffee Bar (Facebook)
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Rekindle SS2
Rekindle SS2 is no stranger to Petaling Jaya’s cafe and dining scene. This quaint cafe with its rustic brick-walled interiors is known for its wide array of cakes and desserts, and a place to be chill after work or during the weekends.

Catch up with your friends over a sinfully delicious Hot Milk with Nutella drink - a warm, rich and nutty-flavoured milk drink generously blanketed with Nutella, and sink your teeth into their hearty Roast Beef Sandwich.
G/F, 25, Jalan SS 2/64, SS 2, 47300 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia
Photo: Rekindle SS2 (Facebook)
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Strangers at 47 @ Section 17
Ask anyone and they'll tell you that Strangers at 47 is without doubt one of the best cafes in Petaling Jaya, offering great service and delicious dishes at reasonable prices, which has diners returning.
Opt for their signature savoury crepes (pictured) and the one-of-a-kind dessert items on the menu like the mind-blowingly tasty Cendol Cheesecake. Also worth trying is the Shore To Please dish, comprising of Cajun-inspired tiger prawns, battered squid with salted egg yolk and roasted cherry tomatoes.
47, Jalan 17/45 Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
Photo: Strangers at 47 (Facebook)
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Olfactory Bulb @ Kota Damansara
Caffeine lovers will be spoilt for choice at this pork-free joint, with coffee cocktails conceived by a top Malaysian mixologist.
Try the likes of the Black Soul Gem (a blend of JW Black Label, espresso, hazelnut) and Poison Apple (JW Black Label, Earl Grey Tea, Apple Juice, Passion Fruit). If you're in for a sweet treat, opt for the liquor-laced waffle. This sleek lounge-cafe operates only in the evening, so make this your TGIF spot this weekend.
15-2, Jalan PJU 5/13, Dataran Sunway, Kota Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Photo: Olfactory Bulb (Facebook)
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Jeq In The House @ Section 17
This restaurant dishes up delectable comfort food in a cosy ambience, making it the perfect cafe to unwind with a friend or loved one.
Signature dishes to try include the Citrus Grilled Chicken Salad and their freshly baked in-house dessert options like the tiramisu and caramel cheesecakes. Those who love the salted egg yolk food craze would also want to try their new JEQ Golden Wings - creamy salted egg yolk sauce blend to dress their crispy, golden wings.
No. 19, Jalan 17/45, Section 17, 46400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor
Photo: Jeq in the House (Facebook)
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A Pie Thing @ Damansara Uptown
You can't miss A Pie Thing's eye-catching signboard on the LDP. This quaint cafe specialises in its scrumptious pie menu. Their savoury pies are particularly worth trying and truly epitomise comfort food.
The pies are constructed with a shortcrust pastry, rather than the usual puff pastries and are stuffed with the likes of beef, chicken, lamb and such. What sets these pies apart is how they're served: hot and generously hearty, with creamy toppings of mashed potatoes.
128G, Jalan SS21/35, Damansara Utama, Petaling Jaya, Selangor

Photo: A Pie Thing (Facebook)
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Otherwise Cafe @ Kelana Jaya
With its rustic touch and unique antique decor, Otherwise Cafe definitely has to make the list for the perfect hipster spot for good food.
A wedding photography studio and hair salon by day, this cafe has customers returning for its great coffees and cakes, and also often hosts live music events for local acts.
No 6, Jalan SS4D/14 (Kelana Jaya), 47301 Petaling Jaya, Selangor.
Photo: Otherwise Cafe (Facebook)
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BEANS BROTHERS
Replete with hanging bulbs and entangled wires, BEANS BROTHERS boasts of an industrial warehouse setting. There's probably nothing more rad than having an early morning pick-me-up in such an unusual rustic interior. Plus, who wouldn't want to start their day off with a powerful cup of coffee? BEANS BROTHERS offers just that, along with a mouthwatering array of hearty nosh. Dive into the platters of opulent pastries, from tea-infused tarts to luscious cakes or relish in the fresh wholesomeness of their Avocado Toast and Salmon Trio.

Jalan PJU 3/50, Sunway Damansara, 47810 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Photo: BEANS BROTHERS Malaysia Facebook
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Cafe Lafayette
Fall into the cosy embrace of Cafe Lafayette, which emanates a warm shadowy charm with its dim lighting and dark furniture. At Cafe Lafayette, Western meets Italian in their delicious dishes, from succulent lamb chops to alluring risotto creations. They even flaunt a coffee bar which churns out delightful coffee brews, perfect for morning customers. If your sweet cravings are kicking in, you won't be disappointed with their stellar dessert selection. Feast on their buttery crisp Shibuya Toast for a filling treat or go for their amazing Strawberry Waffle Stack dripping with decadence.

Jalan SS 21/1, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia

Photo: Cafe Lafeyette Facebook
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Fat Spoon Cafe
Wish to veer away from the common cafe fare? Fat Spoon Cafe will take you right down memory lane with their line-up of scrumptious local dishes, such as their plump Handmade Popiah bursting with turnip goodness, and their Nyonya-inspired Ulam Spaghettini. Don't miss out on their Otak Otak with an unexpected twist, where a curated mix of salmon and daun kaduk await! If the dishes are getting a tad too heavy, why not wash them down with a cup of coffee? Take your pick from their abundance of beverages such as their rich Fat Hot Chocolate and fragrant Latte.

73, Jalan SS 21/1a, Damansara Utama, 47400 Petaling Jaya, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Photo: Fat Spoon Cafe Facebook

Sometimes, it’s worth branching out and trying new places – especially if they’re pretty.

We all love finding a good dining spot we can count on to create the perfect ambience as we catch up over coffee with friends or chill out on the weekend. The cafe and dining scene in Petaling Jaya is definitely one to watch, with great restaurants serving up scrumptious dishes on its menu, stunning Instagram-worthy decor, and great service.

Whether you’ve got a date lined up or simply need a coffee fix, we’ve rounded up the 10 best cafes in Petaling Jaya for breakfast, brunch, coffee – you name it. Head up to our gallery and bookmark this page for your dining agenda this weekend!

Sarah Khan

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