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Joelle Pâtisserie by Smith

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 78 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(78) 72 composite score See reviews on Google
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Joelle Pâtisserie by Smith
Location
Mont Kiara, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes, Specialty Coffee, Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Reviews
78
Ranking
#233 in Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Best for
Professionals needing a quiet workspace, pastry lovers, specialty coffee drinkers.

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

What do recent reviews say?

Strong coffee credentials and German baked goods draw repeat visitors; the cozy, quiet layout suits laptop work and leisurely meals. Recent visits confirm consistent quality across pastries, tarts, and espresso drinks, though some note the upper floor can get warm and tart sizes are modest.

Praised for
  • specialty coffee and German pastries
  • cozy, work-friendly atmosphere
  • quality ingredients and attention to detail
  • quick service and kitchen speed
Watch-outs
  • upstairs ventilation and heat
  • tart portions on the small side
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Best for: Professionals needing a quiet workspace, pastry lovers, specialty coffee drinkers.
Think twice if: Upper floor can be warm; tart portions are small.

What are they good at?

  • Specialty coffee with skilled barista work
  • German pastries and handcrafted tarts
  • Quiet, intimate layout suited to work or calm dining

Worth knowing

  • Barista makes a praised Magic drink
  • Sourdough bread specifically commended
  • German pancakes are a signature item
  • Tarts available in flavors including chocolate, pecan, tuna, apple, chestnut, and salmon
  • Service and kitchen-to-table time noted as quick

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Barista consistently makes quality cups; Magic drink specifically praised.
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
German pastries and handmade tarts highly regarded; portions are small but flavors are strong.
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Quiet, intimate space; reviewers mention bringing laptops and working comfortably.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.39 average across the 425 dessert & bakery cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 27% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 70
Review volume 82
Review recency 65
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
62
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FAQ

Can I work from Joelle?
Yes. Reviewers describe it as a good space to chill and work, with a cozy, quiet atmosphere suited to bringing a laptop.
What are the signature items?
German pancakes, sourdough bread, and small handmade tarts in flavors like chocolate, apple, and pecan. The barista is known for Magic drinks.
Is there much space?
No; one reviewer notes it is not a big space. The upstairs can also get warm.
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Last updated 2026-09-29