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Flour + Water

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 316 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(316) 69 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Flour + Water
Location
Taman Tun Dr Ismail, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Specialty Coffee, Cafe, Coffee Shop
Reviews
316
Best for
Weekend brunch groups and coffee enthusiasts willing to arrive early or off-peak.

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

What do recent reviews say?

Flour + Water does pastry and brunch well when orders move smoothly. Reviewers praise bagels, croissants, avocado toast with careful garnish, and balanced espresso from their Sanremo machine. The industrial cement space and genuine staff warmth appeal on quieter days.

Yet recent visits reveal a persistent friction: 25-50 minute waits even when the cafe is quiet or between rushes, with staff not proactively updating customers. Some find pricing steep relative to portion and speed. Coffee quality shines; food execution is strong when it arrives. Whether the kitchen can sustain both speed and care through weekend crowds remains the real test.

Praised for
  • quality pastries and sandwiches
  • thoughtful food detail and plating
  • industrial-chic ambience
  • good specialty coffee
  • good brunch menu range
Watch-outs
  • long waits for food, especially off-peak
  • inconsistent service responsiveness
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Best for: Weekend brunch groups and coffee enthusiasts willing to arrive early or off-peak.
Think twice if: Kitchen speed lags even in quiet periods; allow 25-50 minutes and visit outside lunch rush.

What are they good at?

  • Hand-crafted pastries (danishes, pistachio croissants)
  • Quality specialty coffee with Sanremo espresso machine
  • Thoughtfully plated brunch and bagel range
  • Build-your-own breakfast flexibility

Worth knowing

  • Uses Sanremo espresso machine
  • Pastries baked towards darker end
  • Offers set menu with coffee at better value than ala carte
  • Build-your-own breakfast spread available
  • Staff check on tables and apologize for delays

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Well-extracted and balanced espresso using Sanremo machine; latte art occasionally off-centre.
Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Thoughtfully plated (herb crumble, pine nuts, citrus dressing) but waits stretch to 25-50 minutes even off-peak.
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Flaky danishes and pistachio croissants are standouts; some find croissants hollow with paste rather than whole pistachio chunks.
Cafe
Relaxed, industrial atmosphere with ample parking off-peak; crowded and hot near entrance on busy days.
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Quiet weekdays offer ample seating and parking; weekend crowds and slow service make it less reliable for focused time.

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.38 average across the 537 specialty coffee businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 56% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 35
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 57
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
184
4
48
3
30
2
22
1
32

FAQ

How long should I expect to wait for food?
25-50 minutes is common even between meal rushes; staff do not proactively update wait times. Saturday brunch can approach an hour.
Do you have vegetarian and protein options?
Yes. Menu includes Avocado Toast, Caramelised Onion Beef Bagel, Salmon Bagel, Shakshouka, Poached Egg Hash Browns, French Toast, and Linguine.
Is the coffee worth it?
Yes. They use a Sanremo espresso machine and extract well-balanced espresso for lattes and other specialty drinks.
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Last updated 2026-09-29