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Box KL

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 245 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(245) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Box KL
Location
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Cafe, Dessert & Bakery Cafes, Specialty Coffee
Reviews
245
Ranking
#323 in Cafe
Best for
groups seeking late-night non-local cuisine and relaxed, game-friendly dining outside mall food courts

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-29).

What do recent reviews say?

Box KL wins over visitors with consistently well-made pasta, burgers, and pastries at fair prices. Staff warmth and a relaxed, game-friendly space keep people coming back, though the City Centre location means tight parking and street-side noise if you sit outside.

Recent visits confirm the kitchen is reliable and portions generous. Standouts include creamy carbonara, honey chicken wings, and cheesecake. Timing inconsistencies noted months ago appear resolved; most current reviews praise quick service. The cafe attracts both walk-ins and groups seeking an escape from typical mall dining.

Praised for
  • fresh, flavorful pasta and comfort food
  • friendly, attentive staff
  • cozy, welcoming atmosphere with games and music
  • good value for portion and quality
  • quality desserts, especially cheesecake
Watch-outs
  • difficult parking in the area
  • outdoor seating exposed to traffic noise and exhaust fumes
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Best for: groups seeking late-night non-local cuisine and relaxed, game-friendly dining outside mall food courts
Think twice if: tight parking and street-side noise if sitting outdoors; the business recommends taking LRT

What are they good at?

  • Creamy, well-portioned pasta and comfort food at reasonable prices
  • warm, attentive staff (Bil and Nez noted by name)
  • cozy cafe with games, music, and book collection
  • quality desserts, particularly cheesecake

Worth knowing

  • Staff members Bil and Nez named for friendliness
  • complimentary water refills offered
  • card games and poetry books available for guests
  • stays open later than typical KL cafes
  • honey chicken wings praised as signature item
  • cheesecake ordered repeatedly by returning customers

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Coffee praised as excellent; pairs well with food.
Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Breakfast described as delicious; affordable scrambled egg on toast at 13 RM.
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Cheesecake is standout, ordered multiple times. Tiramisu and croissant also available but croissant noted as dry.
Cafe
Strong draw for groups and casual diners seeking non-local comfort food in a cozy, game-equipped space.
Coffee Shop
Good coffee quality; cafe doubles as work and social hangout with board games and poetry.
Tea Houses & Matcha
Matcha and other drinks mentioned; passion fruit lemonade specifically praised.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.38 average across the 708 cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 50% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 48
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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25

FAQ

Is there seating and what's the vibe?
Indoor and outdoor seating available. Cozy atmosphere with card games, poetry books, and curated music. Outside has traffic noise and exhaust exposure; inside is quieter.
What are the standout dishes?
Creamy carbonara, honey chicken wings, fresh chicken burger, and cheesecake (RM18) are most praised. Portions are generous.
How easy is parking?
Parking is difficult in the City Centre area. The business recommends taking LRT instead.
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Last updated 2026-09-29