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Gavel | Coffee | Kitchen | Craft Beers

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 519 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.5(519) 83 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
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Gavel | Coffee | Kitchen | Craft Beers
Location
Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur
Price
moderate
Services
Specialty Coffee, Brunch & All-Day Cafes, Cafe
Reviews
519
Best for
British food lovers, craft beer enthusiasts, and Sunday lunch reservations in Kuala Lumpur.

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?

Gavel draws repeat visitors for its Sunday roast, which reviewers who have eaten in London say rivals or surpasses the original. Staff greet guests warmly, explain promotions clearly, and go beyond expectations. The craft beer list is well-organised and properly served; weekday happy hour runs 3–9pm, Sundays 12–7pm.

Sunday roast dominates the menu that day, with other dishes (steak pie, pho, seafood pasta, trout collar, beef Wellington) available the rest of the week. Booking ahead and parking confirmation are sensible precautions. Recent visits show consistently strong execution, though one long-term customer noted occasional meat quality lapses on roasts. Seating is tight for large groups.

Praised for
  • Sunday roast quality and authenticity
  • friendly and welcoming staff
  • craft beer selection and presentation
  • well-executed comfort food (pies, salads)
  • warm, contemporary atmosphere
Watch-outs
  • occasional meat quality inconsistency on roast
  • uncomfortable seating for beer drinkers
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Best for: British food lovers, craft beer enthusiasts, and Sunday lunch reservations in Kuala Lumpur.
Think twice if: Parking is limited nearby; call ahead to confirm availability before driving.

What are they good at?

  • Sunday roast that reviewers compare favourably to London originals
  • well-curated craft beer selection with knowledgeable service and chilling
  • weekday and Sunday happy hour with clear value menu
  • friendly staff who customise drinks and resolve service delays with complimentary items

Worth knowing

  • Warren (staff member) named in a positive service recovery review
  • Steak and mushroom pie praised by someone with four years UK and Scotland experience
  • Sunday roast service runs Sunday only; rest of menu not available that day
  • Happy Hour: weekdays 3–9pm, Sundays 12–7pm; order any 3 items at Happy Hour prices
  • Head wait staff consulted for accurate information on specials
  • Portions are large and suit sharing

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Staff customised basic tea into something special; coffee visits reported as straightforward visits before trying the full menu
Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Sunday roast executed at comparable quality to London originals; strong execution overall on all-day dining
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Desserts offered as complimentary service recovery and as part of the menu; limited specific praise in reviews
Tea Houses & Matcha
Staff went above and beyond making basic tea delicious
Cafe
Bright, welcoming atmosphere described as a refuge from poor nearby venues; atmosphere suits lingering
Coffee Shop
Customers come for coffee initially and return for the broader menu and craft beer selection

How it compares

  • Rated 4.5 against a 4.38 average across the 537 specialty coffee businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 69% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 66
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
370
4
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3
28
2
19
1
10

FAQ

When is Sunday roast available?
Sunday only; the rest of the menu is not available on Sundays. Booking ahead is sensible. Happy Hour on Sundays runs 12–7pm.
What are the Happy Hour times and terms?
Weekdays 3–9pm, Sundays 12–7pm. Order any 3 items from the Happy Hour menu and pay Happy Hour prices.
Should I book ahead?
Yes. Reviewers note tables are limited, especially for groups; parking nearby is also tight and worth confirming by phone beforehand.
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Last updated 2026-09-29