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Listen HiFi Cafe

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 1,243 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(1243) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Listen HiFi Cafe
Location
Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes, Specialty Coffee, Cafe
Reviews
1243
Ranking
#24 in Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Best for
Solo visitors or couples seeking a quiet afternoon with vinyl and specialty drinks.

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

What do recent reviews say?

Most visitors find this a relaxed spot to sit with carefully curated vinyl, though the experience hinges on timing and capacity. Staff earn consistent praise for warmth, and the banana cake and specialty drinks (including a strong matcha coconut cloud) keep people coming back; the evening shift trades that calm for noise and crowding that undercuts the advertised listening experience.

Praised for
  • cozy vinyl music atmosphere
  • friendly, attentive staff
  • tasty desserts and specialty drinks
  • unique concept and great for chilling
Watch-outs
  • evening noise from staff
  • tight seating arrangement
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Best for: Solo visitors or couples seeking a quiet afternoon with vinyl and specialty drinks.
Think twice if: Visits in the evening are louder with staff noise; come during daytime for the intended listening experience.

What are they good at?

  • Vinyl-focused listening experience with curated album selection
  • Homemade cakes and specialty drinks
  • Friendly staff and cozy daytime vibe

Worth knowing

  • Banana cake and tungtungtung sahur coffee are standout menu items
  • Matcha Coconut Cloud drink praised as generous
  • Curated vinyl selection available for listening
  • RM40 typical per-person spend
  • Seating in rows with limited leg room between chairs
  • Evening staff noise noted as disruptive to listening experience

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Tungtungtung sahur coffee praised highly; drinks sometimes hit, sometimes miss
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Banana cake and chocolate cake consistently praised as delicious
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Cozy daytime atmosphere ideal for solo or couple study; evening shifts too loud
Tea Houses & Matcha
Matcha Coconut Cloud drink praised as generous and recommended
Cafe
Overall cozy vibe and great for chilling, but tight seating limits comfort
Coffee Shop
Coffee quality varies; specialty drinks fare better than standard options

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.42 average across the 291 study & work-friendly cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 87% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 86
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
1086
4
132
3
11
2
3
1
11

FAQ

What's the listening experience cost?
RM25 entry, but you must purchase a drink as well; typical total spend is around RM40 per person.
When should I visit for the best experience?
Daytime is calmer and better for listening. Evening shifts are louder with staff noise.
Can I make a reservation?
Yes, but recent reviews note inconsistency: reservations do not guarantee seated timing, and you may still select your own table.

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Last updated 2026-09-29