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Neighbour Club by JWC

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 336 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(336) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Neighbour Club by JWC
Location
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes, Specialty Coffee, Cafe
Reviews
336
Ranking
#74 in Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Best for
Coffee enthusiasts and remote workers seeking specialty brews in a relaxed social setting.

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?

Specialty coffee and cocktails draw repeat visitors who praise the beans, matcha, and creative house blends like the Neighbour Dirty; a barista named Dennis stands out for conversation and warmth. Recent complaints centre on abrupt staff gatekeeping seating during busy lunch hours, though newer reviews confirm that the drinks and vibe remain the main draw even when service stumbles.

The cafe shifts between day coffee bar and evening speakeasy, with draft cocktails available daytime. Prices range from RM15 for Americano to RM84 for premium matcha; their roasted beans and drip bags sell direct. Wifi is not reliably available, and the lunch rush can bring wait times.

Praised for
  • Specialty coffee quality and taste
  • Personalized drinks and flavour combinations
  • Friendly staff, especially named barista Dennis
  • Unique atmosphere, cozy vibe
  • Cocktails and matcha as strong draw
Watch-outs
  • Staff can be abrupt about seating and ordering protocol
  • Inconsistent service quality depending on shift
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Best for: Coffee enthusiasts and remote workers seeking specialty brews in a relaxed social setting.
Think twice if: You value speed or prefer not to order before sitting; staff can enforce seating rules strictly during lunch rushes.

What are they good at?

  • Specialty roasted coffee beans; single-origin and house blends
  • Day cafe / night speakeasy dual concept
  • In-house roastery; sells drip bags and equipment
  • Named staff known for genuine conversation

Worth knowing

  • Dennis named as standout barista for customer service and drink recommendations
  • Neighbour Dirty and Dirty Matcha are signature house drinks with repeat following
  • Bar opens for alcohol at 7pm; daytime offers draft cocktails
  • Wifi reportedly not available or unreliable
  • Lunch rush (around 1.30pm) brings full capacity and wait times

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Multiple reviewers cite best-in-region coffee quality; beans praised for taste and aroma.
Tea Houses & Matcha
Matcha drinks (Dirty Matcha, matcha lattes) highly rated; premium options (Yama, Shogun AA) available.
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Cozy, relaxed vibe supports work and study; wifi not reliably available. Lunch rush can fill capacity.
Coffee Shop
Daytime cafe serves specialty single-origin and house blends; also offers draft cocktails.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.42 average across the 291 study & work-friendly cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 58% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 72
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
274
4
28
3
14
2
4
1
16

FAQ

Does the cafe have wifi?
Wifi is not reliably available. One reviewer noted they cannot access it, though the coffee quality compensates.
When does the cocktail bar open?
The bar operates from 7pm as a speakeasy. Daytime service includes draft cocktails alongside coffee and matcha.
Can I buy their coffee beans or equipment?
Their website lists roasted beans (single-origin and house blends priced RM30-RM84), drip bags, coffee grinders, and roasting machines available for purchase.
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Last updated 2026-09-29