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Cong Caphe @ Eslite Spectrum, The Starhill Gallery

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 239 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(239) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Cong Caphe @ Eslite Spectrum, The Starhill Gallery
Location
Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Specialty Coffee, Cafe, Coffee Shop
Reviews
239
Best for
Visitors seeking Vietnamese coffee and a quiet social or work space in Bukit Bintang.

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?

Regulars and first-time visitors consistently praise the café's cozy, well-designed space and quality Vietnamese coffee. Staff are friendly and responsive, making it a natural spot for social hangouts or quiet work.

The Vietnamese phin coffee draws people who've experienced the brand in Vietnam and want the same fix in KL. Some specialty drinks (notably the viral coconut latte) skew sweet, and a few note pricing sits above typical café rates. Location inside Eslite Spectrum can take newcomers a moment to find.

Praised for
  • cozy and attractive decor
  • Vietnamese coffee quality consistent with Vietnam locations
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • quiet atmosphere good for conversation
  • variety of specialty drinks
Watch-outs
  • viral drinks can be overly sweet
  • prices lean toward the higher end
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Best for: Visitors seeking Vietnamese coffee and a quiet social or work space in Bukit Bintang.
Think twice if: Prices run higher than typical neighbourhood cafés.

What are they good at?

  • Authentic Vietnamese phin coffee
  • Cozy, attractive design
  • Reliable staff service
  • Quiet environment for work or conversation

Worth knowing

  • Vietnamese phin coffee is a signature draw, particularly the coconut and bac xiu varieties
  • Located on the first floor of Eslite Spectrum, near the bookstore
  • Some viral specialty drinks skew sweeter than expected

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Vietnamese phin coffee praised for matching Vietnam locations in quality; some signature varieties like bac xiu noted as very strong.
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Quiet atmosphere and comfortable seating suit focused work or conversation.
Tea Houses & Matcha
Tea listed as available but no specific review mentions of it.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.39 average across the 597 coffee shop businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 49% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 78
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
205
4
17
3
7
2
0
1
10

FAQ

Where exactly is Cong Caphe in the Starhill Gallery?
It's on the first floor near the Eslite bookstore. First-time visitors sometimes find it tricky to locate.
Is this the same brand as the Cong Caphe in Vietnam?
Yes. Reviews confirm the coffee quality and taste match the Vietnam locations.
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Last updated 2026-09-29