Cafes in Damansara Utama: ranked picks
Damansara Utama, centred around Uptown and The Starling mall, has a tight cluster of cafes covering a lot of ground: Korean-style bingsu, Hong Kong egg waffles, alcohol-infused cakes, Japanese comfort food, and specialty coffee. Most spots are walk-in friendly and priced for repeat visits, which is exactly why so many of them have racked up hundreds of reviews. Rankings are based on our methodology, which weighs rating, review volume, recency, and verified sentiment together, not just the star average.
The Uptown strip and The Starling mall sit close together, so it is easy to cover several of these cafes in one trip. Parking at The Starling is the most straightforward option if you are visiting the mall-based spots; street parking around Uptown fills up on weekend evenings when the dessert cafes are busiest.
68 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Snowforte Desserts | 93 | 4.9 (983) | — | Bingsu, relaxed gatherings |
| 2 | BMS Organics @ The Starling | 91 | 4.8 (385) | — | Organic food, light meals |
| 3 | waffleku @ the Starling 港式鸡蛋仔 | 88 | 4.9 (321) | — | Egg waffles, quick snacks |
| 4 | DailyTasteArt Uptown | 88 | 4.8 (1038) | — | Boozy cakes, unique slices |
| 5 | Koori Dessert Uptown | 88 | 5 (350) | — | Bingsu, cosy atmosphere |
| 6 | Chic Cafe Uptown (PJ) | 87 | 4.9 (2510) | — | Japanese comfort food, halal |
| 7 | Binq Dessert Uptown | 87 | 4.9 (693) | — | Bingsu, groups |
| 8 | Toastiful | 84 | 4.9 (108) | — | Sourdough toasties, specialty coffee |
| 9 | GACHAKOHI | 84 | 4.9 (228) | — | dessert cafe |
| 10 | Piii Eatery - Damansara Uptown | 84 | 4.6 (197) | — | brunch all day breakfast |
| 11 | Fold Coffee - PJ Uptown (Inside UMobile) | 83 | 5 (38) | — | specialty coffee |
| 12 | Cheevit Cheeva, Uptown Damansara | 83 | 4.6 (305) | — | dessert cafe |
| 13 | ZUS Coffee - Uptown Damansara, Petaling Jaya | 83 | 4.4 (205) | — | specialty coffee |
| 14 | Yitcha Kawkaw Kopitiam @Damansara Uptown | 83 | 4.7 (835) | — | brunch all day breakfast |
| 15 | Nine Dragon Char Chan Teng | 83 | 4.5 (1695) | — | brunch all day breakfast |
| 16 | Chase Coffee Uptown | 82 | 4.7 (252) | — | themed instagrammable cafe |
| 17 | 3B Coffee Store | 82 | 4.8 (120) | — | dessert cafe |
| 18 | Tsuru Tsuru | 81 | 4.8 (257) | — | themed instagrammable cafe |
| 19 | Lafayette @ The Starling, Uptown | 80 | 4.4 (840) | moderate | dessert cafe |
| 20 | Arest Cafe Damansara Uptown | 80 | 4.7 (679) | — | dessert cafe |
| 21 | HWC Coffee - The Starling | 79 | 4.5 (143) | moderate | dessert cafe |
| 22 | Hartton Kitchen - Pj Uptown | 78 | 4.3 (266) | moderate | dessert cafe |
| 23 | Duo Kopi | 77 | 4.5 (236) | — | dessert cafe |
| 24 | Aftermeal Desserts • Damansara Utama | 76 | 4.6 (2689) | — | dessert cafe |
| 25 | Molten Chocolate Cafe Uptown Damansara | 75 | 4.4 (540) | expensive | dessert cafe |
| 26 | Sik Thong Ba Dessert - Uptown Damansara Utama | 85 | 4.8 (3412) | — | dessert cafe |
| 27 | 一日山品 Something Bakery @ Damansara Utama, Selangor | 75 | 4.5 (48) | — | dessert cafe |
| 28 | Rekindle @ Damansara Uptown | 75 | 4.2 (388) | moderate | dessert cafe |
| 29 | Kenangan Coffee Menara TH Uptown | 74 | 4.3 (45) | — | dessert cafe |
| 30 | Vivae Board Game Cafe | 74 | 4.5 (232) | — | specialty coffee |
| 31 | ZUS Coffee - the Starling | 74 | 3.9 (323) | — | specialty coffee |
| 32 | Baristar Coffee & Tea Express | 72 | 4.4 (196) | inexpensive | specialty coffee |
| 33 | BaD Scones | 71 | 4.6 (85) | — | dessert cafe |
| 34 | Nestlab by Nestspace | 71 | 5 (25) | — | specialty coffee |
| 35 | Soylab Damansara Utama | 71 | 4.1 (858) | — | dessert cafe |
| 36 | Ajuuma - Korean Food | 71 | 4.2 (167) | — | brunch all day breakfast |
| 37 | Churn Ice Cream, Damansara Uptown | 80 | 4.6 (636) | — | dessert cafe |
| 38 | Fix Coffee | 70 | 5 (9) | — | dessert cafe |
| 39 | RT Pastry @ Damansara Uptown | 70 | 4.1 (265) | moderate | specialty coffee |
| 40 | Wondermilk | 70 | 4.1 (446) | moderate | dessert cafe |
| 41 | BlackBall @ Atria | 70 | 4.5 (546) | — | dessert cafe |
| 42 | Yin's Sourdough Bakery & Cafe • Uptown 37 | 69 | 4.1 (842) | — | dessert cafe |
| 43 | KBN King's Seremban Beef Noodle [PJ SS21] 芙蓉牛腩粉 (No Pork No Lard No Alcohol) Open Daily 10am-9pm | 88 | 4.8 (1979) | — | brunch all day breakfast |
| 44 | Kam Kee Cafe 金記冰室 @ The Starling | 67 | 4 (972) | moderate | brunch all day breakfast |
| 45 | Seoul Espresso @ Uptown 5 | 67 | 4.2 (53) | — | specialty coffee |
| 46 | The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf | 67 | 4.3 (28) | moderate | brunch all day breakfast |
| 47 | 3 Cups Cafe | 66 | 4.8 (54) | — | dessert cafe |
| 48 | YL's Gelateria | 81 | 4.7 (75) | — | dessert cafe |
| 49 | Today's by Dalton @Damansara Uptown | 64 | 3.9 (112) | — | dessert cafe |
| 50 | ULF. Coffee | 64 | 4.3 (10) | — | specialty coffee |
| 51 | Starbucks The Starling | 63 | 3.9 (262) | moderate | brunch all day breakfast |
| 52 | Madeleine Cafe & Patisserie | 61 | 3.6 (138) | — | dessert cafe |
| 53 | KPJ Damanasara Specialist Hospital Cafeteria | 59 | 4.2 (17) | — | specialty coffee |
| 54 | Soufflé Dessert Cafe • Damansara Uptown | 65 | 4 (528) | — | dessert cafe |
| 55 | De Lamour Cafe | 53 | 4.6 (16) | — | dessert cafe |
| 56 | Luckin Coffee - Damansara Uptown | 53 | 3.4 (53) | — | specialty coffee |
| 57 | Beutea 茶仙子 @ Damansara Uptown | 52 | 3.3 (44) | — | specialty coffee |
| 58 | KREATE @ KPJ Damansara | 50 | 2.4 (83) | — | brunch all day breakfast |
| 59 | Indulge Artisanal Café and Desserts | 49 | 4.3 (9) | — | dessert cafe |
| 60 | Damansara utama | 45 | 4.3 (4) | — | specialty coffee |
| 61 | Triple Three One Cafe | 43 | 4.3 (3) | — | specialty coffee |
| 62 | Le Petit Café | 42 | 3.8 (8) | — | dessert cafe |
| 63 | My Brain My Talents (MBMT) Damansara Uptown | 42 | 5 (2) | — | specialty coffee |
| 64 | Mixue Starling Mall | 51 | 2.5 (190) | — | dessert cafe |
| 65 | 好七点 BreakFast | 41 | 3.3 (24) | — | brunch all day breakfast |
| 66 | BananaBro Damansara Utama (Halal Certified) | 49 | 3.9 (643) | moderate | specialty coffee |
| 67 | 琉璃鲸 @Uptown | 35 | 4 (2) | — | specialty coffee |
| 68 | Selavi b | 20 | — | — | specialty coffee |
Ranked picks

Snowforte Desserts
score 93/100Signature flavors like pink guava and matcha stand out for being noticeably less sweet than most bingsu competitors, backed by a 4.9 rating from nearly 1,000 reviews.

BMS Organics @ The Starling
score 91/100Consistently attentive named staff and generous portions of fresh, light dishes like Asam Laksa earn it one of the highest confidence scores in the area.

waffleku @ the Starling 港式鸡蛋仔
score 88/100Made fresh to order with a crispy exterior and soft centre, at prices reviewers consistently call fair, though combining sweet toppings can tip into overload.

DailyTasteArt Uptown
score 88/100Whisky and cognac-infused cake slices around RM 20 each have built a loyal following for strong, distinct flavor, even if the coffee disappoints.

Koori Dessert Uptown
score 88/100A perfect 5.0 rating from 350 reviews and a photogenic, cosy space make it a solid pick, though a small number of reviews flag inconsistent sweetness levels.

Chic Cafe Uptown (PJ)
score 87/100Karaage, noodle dishes with free refills, and a halal certification give it broad appeal, though a couple of recent reviews mention oversalting and an ant sighting.

Binq Dessert Uptown
score 87/100Generous portions of smooth shaved ice, including a standout teh tarik bingsu, at affordable prices suit groups well, despite occasional kitchen mix-ups.

Toastiful
score 84/100Premium sourdough loaded with quality cheese, paired with matcha and coffee drinks, in a compact halal-certified space, though it closes at 3:30pm.

GACHAKOHI
score 84/100GACHAKOHI blends specialty coffee with a gacha-themed environment and trading card culture in Damansara Utama.

Piii Eatery - Damansara Uptown
score 84/100Piii Eatery is a hidden upstairs cafe in Damansara Utama serving fusion rice bowls, pasta, and specialty drinks at fair prices.

Fold Coffee - PJ Uptown (Inside UMobile)
score 83/100Fold Coffee in PJ Uptown earns consistent praise for well-made specialty coffee, with customers highlighting barista friendliness and the ability to request adjustments like lighter milk.

Cheevit Cheeva, Uptown Damansara
score 83/100Cheevit Cheeva has earned a strong reputation for premium bingsu with signature soft ice and creative flavor combinations like pandan and mango sticky rice.

ZUS Coffee - Uptown Damansara, Petaling Jaya
score 83/100ZUS Coffee Uptown Damansara earns consistent praise for smooth, well-balanced specialty coffee served quickly by courteous staff in a clean, inviting space.

Yitcha Kawkaw Kopitiam @Damansara Uptown
score 83/100Yitcha Kawkaw Kopitiam draws regulars with solid coffee, Ipoh-style noodles, and nostalgic 60's styling that appeals to both eating and lingering.

Nine Dragon Char Chan Teng
score 83/100Nine Dragon Char Chan Teng delivers a strong Hong Kong dining experience with generous portions, well-presented dishes, and authentic period decor.

Chase Coffee Uptown
score 82/100Chase Coffee Uptown delivers specialty-grade coffee and matcha drinks at prices that undercut the market, with consistently friendly service and a clean, cozy atmosphere.

3B Coffee Store
score 82/1003B Coffee Store in Damansara Utama is a compact, Korean-themed cafe known for skilfully prepared specialty coffees at fair prices.

Tsuru Tsuru
score 81/100Tsuru Tsuru is a cozy cat-themed udon and curry cafe that draws praise for its quiet setting, friendly staff, and fresh Asian comfort food.

Lafayette @ The Starling, Uptown
score 80/100Lafayette @ The Starling earns strong marks for generous portions, solid mains (grilled chicken, salmon olio, creamy pasta), and welcoming service that feels right for group meals and celebrations.

Arest Cafe Damansara Uptown
score 80/100Arest Cafe draws strong praise for its signature Strawberry cake, creative Asian-Western fusion dishes, and quality coffee in a pleasant setting with respectful staff.

HWC Coffee - The Starling
score 79/100HWC Coffee at The Starling draws consistent praise for quality coffee and attentive barista service, with customers returning for specialty drinks and the welcoming atmosphere.

Hartton Kitchen - Pj Uptown
score 78/100Hartton Kitchen draws crowds with hearty, well-presented brunch dishes and generous portions at fair prices.

Duo Kopi
score 77/100Duo Kopi delivers solid coffee and hearty kopitiam-style food at fair prices, with a welcoming decor that draws repeat visits.

Aftermeal Desserts • Damansara Utama
score 76/100Aftermeal Desserts built its reputation on excellent shaved ice with soft texture and restrained sweetness, drawing repeat customers.

Molten Chocolate Cafe Uptown Damansara
score 75/100Molten Chocolate Cafe earns strong marks for chocolate craftsmanship and staff attentiveness when service hits.

Sik Thong Ba Dessert - Uptown Damansara Utama
score 85/100Sik Thong Ba draws strong repeat business for its desserts and sweet soups, with most customers praising taste and reasonable prices.

一日山品 Something Bakery @ Damansara Utama, Selangor
score 75/100A dedicated crepe cake specialist in Damansara Utama with a loyal following.

Rekindle @ Damansara Uptown
score 75/100Rekindle earns strong praise for fresh, inventive cakes (many alcohol-infused) and solid coffee in a calm setting open late.

Kenangan Coffee Menara TH Uptown
score 74/100Kenangan Coffee Menara TH Uptown earned strong loyalty through genuinely warm baristas and consistently well-crafted specialty drinks.

Vivae Board Game Cafe
score 74/100Vivae draws repeat visitors for its solid board game library and fair hourly pricing model.

ZUS Coffee - the Starling
score 74/100ZUS Coffee at Starling in Damansara Utama earns consistent praise for its quality coffee and efficient service.

Baristar Coffee & Tea Express
score 72/100Baristar earns loyal repeat customers for its well-executed specialty coffees and affordable daily options, especially among Damansara Uptown office workers.

BaD Scones
score 71/100BaD Scones is a neighbourhood English-style cafe known for well-made scones, Victoria sandwich cake, and a curated vintage atmosphere that appeals to diners seeking quiet time or social gatherings.

Nestlab by Nestspace
score 71/100Nestlab by Nestspace delivers consistently strong coffee and a comfortable study-friendly space in Damansara Utama.

Soylab Damansara Utama
score 71/100Soylab earns strong marks for its homemade soy base, particularly the silky soft serve and matcha soymilk, served in a clean, relaxed space.

Ajuuma - Korean Food
score 71/100Ajuuma draws loyal fans for signature soups and kimchi jeon that hit the mark, paired with generous portions in a clean, comfortable setting.

Churn Ice Cream, Damansara Uptown
score 80/100Churn stands out for freshly-made ice cream and artisanal sourdough waffles that draw repeat visits.

Fix Coffee
score 70/100Fix Coffee in Damansara Utama has built loyal customer loyalty through consistently good coffee, skilled baristas who discuss beans openly, and affordable pricing.

RT Pastry @ Damansara Uptown
score 70/100RT Pastry draws customers with genuinely good baked goods at fair prices, especially their banana peanut butter and salt breads.

Wondermilk
score 70/100Wondermilk delivers an Instagram-worthy dessert and brunch spot with genuinely good coffee and inventive dishes, but recent visits reveal slipping consistency.

BlackBall @ Atria
score 70/100BlackBall @ Atria offers desserts and shaved ice drinks in a busy Damansara Utama mall location, but delivers inconsistently.

Yin's Sourdough Bakery & Cafe • Uptown 37
score 69/100Yin's Sourdough Bakery & Cafe serves quality sourdough, cakes, and pasta with strong coffee, earning praise for fresh ingredients and good latte art.
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KBN King's Seremban Beef Noodle [PJ SS21] 芙蓉牛腩粉 (No Pork No Lard No Alcohol) Open Daily 10am-9pm
score 88/100KBN King's Seremban Beef Noodle delivers genuinely authentic Seremban-style noodles in PJ with tender meat, rich broth, and proper lai fun texture.

Kam Kee Cafe 金記冰室 @ The Starling
score 67/100Kam Kee Cafe delivers respectable Hong Kong kopitiam fare in a mall setting, with standout dishes like liver porridge and authentic milk tea drawing praise.

Seoul Espresso @ Uptown 5
score 67/100Seoul Espresso draws regulars with its specialty coffee drinks, Korean-themed setting, and attentive staff who explain the menu.

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
score 67/100The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf in Damansara Utama delivers dependable food and friendly staff, but seating remains tight and service consistency wavers.

3 Cups Cafe
score 66/1003 Cups Cafe is a quiet, zen retreat in the heart of Damansara Utama's bustling Uptown area, anchored by carefully crafted specialty coffees and fresh baked goods.

YL's Gelateria
score 81/100YL's makes handmade gelato from natural ingredients and local fruits, with rotating flavors that genuinely taste like what they claim.

Today's by Dalton @Damansara Uptown
score 64/100Today's by Dalton makes standout croffles and coconut drinks that win consistent praise, but uneven staff performance dampens visits.

ULF. Coffee
score 64/100ULF Coffee wins strong loyalty through expertly crafted specialty drinks and a welcoming environment ideal for working or relaxing.

Starbucks The Starling
score 63/100This Starbucks draws regulars for decent coffee and quiet study space with wifi, but staff friendliness swings wildly.

Madeleine Cafe & Patisserie
score 61/100Madeleine Cafe & Patisserie delivers excellent cakes and coffee in a peaceful bookshop setting, with several customers praising the quality and value.

KPJ Damanasara Specialist Hospital Cafeteria
score 59/100The cafeteria serves competently prepared meals with fresh ingredients and a modern aesthetic, but reviewers consistently flag steep prices that discourage repeat visits.

Soufflé Dessert Cafe • Damansara Uptown
score 65/100Soufflé Dessert Cafe wins strong praise for its signature fluffy soufflé pancakes and crispy waffles, with many customers returning specifically for these items.

De Lamour Cafe
score 53/100De Lamour Cafe is a French fusion eatery in Damansara Uptown run by Chef Khim, known for well-executed comfort food and seafood at fair prices.

Luckin Coffee - Damansara Uptown
score 53/100Luckin Coffee at Damansara Utama offers competitive black coffee prices and fast service when operations run smoothly, but inconsistent execution undermines the experience.

Beutea 茶仙子 @ Damansara Uptown
score 52/100Beutea at Damansara Uptown serves quality specialty teas with knowledgeable staff who excel at personalized recommendations, but severe operational issues undermine the experience.

KREATE @ KPJ Damansara
score 50/100Kreate at KPJ Damansara offers themed, instagrammable cafe aesthetics and specialty coffee, but delivers an overwhelmingly negative experience.

Indulge Artisanal Café and Desserts
score 49/100Indulge Artisanal Café stands out for meticulously crafted waffles, crepes, and desserts that balance complex flavours with fresh ingredients.

Damansara utama
score 45/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

Triple Three One Cafe
score 43/100Triple Three One draws repeat customers with strong coffee and well-executed food.

Le Petit Café
score 42/100Le Petit Café attracts customers with its specialty coffee and Instagram-worthy theme, but feedback reveals inconsistency in food quality and concerns over pricing relative to what's served.

My Brain My Talents (MBMT) Damansara Uptown
score 42/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

Mixue Starling Mall
score 51/100Mixue Starling Mall delivers decent desserts and occasional fast service, but chronic understaffing, frequent stockouts of popular items, and staff distraction undermine the experience.

好七点 BreakFast
score 41/100好七点 BreakFast offers all-day breakfast and specialty coffee in a pleasant setting with polo buns and hor fun that earned early praise.

BananaBro Damansara Utama (Halal Certified)
score 49/100BananaBro Damansara Utama draws strong praise for hearty banana leaf meals at affordable prices with attentive staff, but some diners report flavor monotony across the menu and frustration over rigid ordering.

琉璃鲸 @Uptown
score 35/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.

Selavi b
score 20/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.