What is the air conditioning like?

Multiple reviews note the air conditioning is weak; expect it to be warm, especially on hot afternoons, even with fans running.

How long should I expect to wait on a weekend?

Weekend waits have been documented at 45 minutes to 1.5 hours for food. Recent reviews suggest improvements, but plan accordingly during lunch/afternoon service.

Is hand-brewed coffee available?

Hand-brewed coffee is not consistently available. You can order filter coffee, cappuccino, and the signature Lava Latte, but expect standard espresso-based drinks rather than specialty pour-overs.

Kim & Savini Cafe

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 565 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(565) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified

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Location: Kepong Baru, Kuala Lumpur
Services: Specialty Coffee, Cafe, Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Reviews: 565
Best for: People seeking a peaceful, beautifully planted space for work or relaxed meals

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

What do recent reviews say?

Kepong's Kim & Savini stands out for its lush, Instagram-worthy greenery and attentive owners who treat celebrations and one-off requests with warmth. Food quality is broadly solid, from fresh fish & chips to tiramisu, and the cosy setting draws people back to unwind.

Service has stuttered on weekends when understaffed; waits have stretched to 90 minutes, and the weak air conditioning leaves diners sweating. Recent reviews (last 2-3 weeks) suggest steadier pacing, though prices and portion sizes remain a sticking point for many. The coffee is competent rather than memorable; specialty or hand-brew options are inconsistent.

Praised for

Beautiful, artistic decor and greenery
Friendly, attentive owners
Strong food quality (dishes like satay chop, fish & chips, fresh ingredients)
Cosy, quiet atmosphere ideal for relaxing
High-quality tiramisu and desserts

Watch-outs

Long waits on busy days (45 mins to 1.5 hours for food)
Weak air conditioning, stuffy interior

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Best for: People seeking a peaceful, beautifully planted space for work or relaxed meals

Think twice if: Plan ahead on weekends; service slows considerably when busy, and the coffee is decent but not a draw

What are they good at?

Unique, lush botanical decor
Owner-led hospitality (custom touches, hand-painted designs)
Solid food execution (fresh fish, seasoned mains, standout tiramisu)
Quiet study-and-work environment

Worth knowing

Owners hand-paint chocolate designs for celebrations
Signature dishes: Lemongrass Satay Chicken Chop, XO Brandy Tiramisu (RM33.90), Lava Latte, Fish & Chips, Salted Egg Spaghetti
Located on second floor (some confusion: one review mentions first floor)
Requires doorbell entry, likely security or seating flow
Waits documented at 45 minutes to 1.5 hours on Saturday/weekend afternoons during peak periods
Hand-brewed coffee not consistently available

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee: Coffee is smooth and competent but hand-brew is unavailable; Lava Latte has presentation but lacks strength after ice melts
Brunch & All-Day Cafes: Breakfast and all-day mains praised for freshness (satay chop, fish & chips, avocado omelette); portions sometimes light for the price
Dessert & Bakery Cafes: Tiramisu is a standout, rich and full of flavour; XO Brandy version has inconsistent brandy quality and aftertaste issues; cakes are normal
Tea Houses & Matcha: Earl Grey tea is fresh and piping hot; served in Chinese teacups rather than traditional teacups with lemon, which diners found awkward to hold
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes: Quiet, comfortable environment praised by several reviewers; weak air conditioning reduces comfort on hot afternoons

How it compares

Rated 4.7 against a 4.38 average across the 537 specialty coffee businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 72% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method

Star rating 79

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 53

Profile completeness 75

Verification 0

Rating breakdown

462

FAQ

What is the air conditioning like?: Multiple reviews note the air conditioning is weak; expect it to be warm, especially on hot afternoons, even with fans running.
How long should I expect to wait on a weekend?: Weekend waits have been documented at 45 minutes to 1.5 hours for food. Recent reviews suggest improvements, but plan accordingly during lunch/afternoon service.
Is hand-brewed coffee available?: Hand-brewed coffee is not consistently available. You can order filter coffee, cappuccino, and the signature Lava Latte, but expect standard espresso-based drinks rather than specialty pour-overs.

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Kim & Savini Cafe

What do recent reviews say?

What are they good at?

Worth knowing

What reviews say by service

How it compares

How we scored this

Rating breakdown

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