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Breakfast Thieves APW Bangsar

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 2,404 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(2404) 74 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified expensive
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Breakfast Thieves APW Bangsar
Location
Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
Price
expensive
Services
Brunch & All-Day Cafes, Cafe, Specialty Coffee
Reviews
2404
Best for
weekend brunch seekers who value atmosphere and creative cuisine over budget

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

What do recent reviews say?

Breakfast Thieves draws crowds to APW Bangsar for inventive Asian-fusion brunch backed by strong specialty coffee. Reviews praise quick, attentive staff and polished space, but recent feedback splits on whether the premium price matches what lands on the plate, with some praising tender burgers and creative dishes while others found quality disappointing.

Praised for
  • specialty coffee and creative Asian-fusion brunch
  • fast service and friendly staff
  • attractive space with indoor and outdoor seating
  • generous portions and quality ingredients
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent food quality and execution
  • premium pricing not always justified
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Best for: weekend brunch seekers who value atmosphere and creative cuisine over budget
Think twice if: you arrive during peak weekend hours expecting a quick visit; waits and noise are common

What are they good at?

  • signature Asian-fusion brunch dishes (Mr Terry Benedict, Granny's French Affair)
  • specialty coffee program with consistent quality
  • attractive industrial venue at APW with outdoor seating
  • rapid service and attentive staff

Worth knowing

  • Staff member Apple provided attentive service and luggage storage
  • Signature dishes: Mr Terry Benedict (braised beef cheek, yuzu hollandaise), Granny's French Affair (French toast with lemon curd, berry, dark chocolate soil)
  • Food delivery averages 5 minutes in low-crowd periods
  • Venue features high ceilings, polished concrete, indoor greenery, and outdoor seating

What reviews say by service

Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Consistent praise for creative Asian-fusion dishes and specialty coffee; recent concern over burger quality consistency and portion accuracy in takeaway
Specialty Coffee
Reviewers note excellent, well-balanced espresso and cold brew; coffee quality is a consistent strength
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Attractive, buzzing venue suited to social dining; limited evidence for focused work sessions
Pet-Friendly Cafes
No review evidence

How it compares

  • Rated 4.3 against a 4.39 average across the 362 brunch & all-day cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 96% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 53
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 51
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
1370
4
592
3
270
2
78
1
94

FAQ

How long does food typically take?
In quieter periods, around 5 minutes; weekend waits of 1-2 hours have been reported during peak times.
Is there outdoor seating?
Yes, APW Bangsar offers both indoor and outdoor areas; indoor seating can be noisy with music, outdoor can be warm depending on time of day.
What are signature dishes to try?
The Mr Terry Benedict (braised beef cheek, yuzu hollandaise, poached eggs), Granny's French Affair (French toast with lemon curd, berry, chocolate), and The Viking (large breakfast platter) are frequently praised.
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Last updated 2026-09-29