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Muito Bom x Asylum Coffeehouse

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 1,712 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(1712) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
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Muito Bom x Asylum Coffeehouse
Location
Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
Price
moderate
Services
Specialty Coffee, Cafe, Coffee Shop
Reviews
1712
Best for
meat lovers seeking quality cuts and attentive service for group celebrations

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

What do recent reviews say?

Diners consistently praise the staff warmth, cosy setting, and quality of grilled meats, especially picanha and ribeye. The recent shift from buffet to set-meal service has unsettled some regulars, and wait times remain an occasional pain point, though the signature grilled pineapple and attentive service keep most returning.

Located above the Asylum Coffeehouse in Bangsar, Muito Bom now operates set meals only. Adi is named multiple times for exceptional friendliness; the owner is described as welcoming. Cocktails and sauces are highlights. Regulars note generous portions on request and good value for meat lovers despite the pricing.

Praised for
  • friendly, attentive staff
  • cosy, welcoming atmosphere
  • quality grilled meats
  • grilled pineapple signature item
Watch-outs
  • menu shift from full buffet to set meals
  • long wait times for food delivery
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Best for: meat lovers seeking quality cuts and attentive service for group celebrations
Think twice if: recently switched from buffet to set meals; service waits can stretch over an hour at busy times

What are they good at?

  • attentive staff, named regulars
  • grilled pineapple specialty
  • quality Brazilian cuts
  • cosy, welcoming setting

Worth knowing

  • Adi praised by name as exceptional waiter
  • grilled pineapple is signature item
  • cocktails noted as high quality
  • owner described as friendly and welcoming
  • recently moved from buffet to set-meal service
  • waiter Adi sings birthday songs for guests

What reviews say by service

Cafe
cosy atmosphere above Asylum Coffeehouse, popular for group gatherings
Specialty Coffee
review evidence does not speak directly to coffee quality; Asylum Coffeehouse operates as separate identity below

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.38 average across the 537 specialty coffee businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 92% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
1299
4
252
3
82
2
32
1
47

FAQ

What's changed recently at Muito Bom?
The restaurant moved to a joint location with Asylum Coffeehouse and switched from full buffet to set meals only, as of roughly one month ago.
How long should I expect to wait?
Recent reviews report waits over an hour for set meals at busy times, even when the restaurant was not full. Service speed varies.
Is there a signature dish?
Reviewers repeatedly praise the grilled pineapple, picanha, ribeye, and the house sauces. Beef cuts are highlighted far more than chicken or other proteins.

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Last updated 2026-09-29