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Christine's Bakery, Publika

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 1,179 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(1179) 72 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Christine's Bakery, Publika
Location
Solaris Dutamas, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Dessert & Bakery Cafes, Cafe, Coffee Shop
Reviews
1179
Ranking
#51 in Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Best for
diners seeking bagels and pastries in a pet-welcoming spot

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?

Most visits bring praise for warm staff, fresh pastries, and solid mains-the salted caramel coffee, gula melaka latte, and croissant pizza earn consistent mention. A recent hygiene concern about table wiping practices surfaced; alongside occasional wait delays, this tempers an otherwise positive reputation for comfort and decent portions.

Praised for
  • friendly staff and welcoming hospitality
  • strong pastries and bagels
  • good main courses and pizza
  • comfortable ambience for dining or hanging
Watch-outs
  • table cleaning hygiene practices need attention
  • wait times for bagels reported
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Best for: diners seeking bagels and pastries in a pet-welcoming spot
Think twice if: plan for occasional waits at peak times and verify current table hygiene practice

What are they good at?

  • strong bagel and pastry range
  • quality main courses (croissant pizza, truffle carbonara praised)
  • terrace seating permits dogs
  • staff warmth noted in recovery situations

Worth knowing

  • Dogs allowed on terrace
  • Staff members Aisha and Hafis noted for hospitality
  • Dishes mentioned: Gula Melaka Latte, Marry Lamb Bagel, croissant pizza, truffle carbonara, wagyu lasagna, salted caramel coffee, truffle fries
  • Kids eat free with main course purchase (pizzas excluded)
  • A 40-minute wait for a bagel reported
  • Recent concern about table cleaning hygiene (one customer account of water-only wiping without cleaning solution)

What reviews say by service

Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Pastries praised for quality; one reviewer found a specific bagel disappointing
Brunch & All-Day Cafes
All-day breakfast and main courses like carbonara and lasagna draw consistent praise
Pet-Friendly Cafes
Dogs confirmed welcome on terrace
Coffee Shop
Specialty drinks like salted caramel coffee and gula melaka latte well-received

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.39 average across the 425 dessert & bakery cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 86% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 40
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 55
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
714
4
187
3
95
2
71
1
112

FAQ

Are dogs allowed here?
Yes, dogs are allowed on the terrace.
Do kids get any discount or free meals?
Kids eat free with every main course purchase, excluding pizza ranges.
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Last updated 2026-09-29