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Nutmeg

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 1,156 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(1156) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
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Nutmeg
Location
Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
Price
moderate
Services
Brunch & All-Day Cafes, Specialty Coffee, Cafe
Reviews
1156
Best for
families and weekend brunch groups seeking generous comfort food and specialty coffee

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

What do recent reviews say?

Nutmeg draws steady crowds to Bangsar Village for breakfast and lunch classics made with care. Reviewers consistently praise generous salads, pies, and waffles alongside quality coffee; service is warm and responsive. Staff notice details like custom sauces and plating, and the owner engages with regulars. Recent weeks show purely four and five star ratings, though some older reviews flag portion inconsistency and higher add-on costs as occasional friction points.

Praised for
  • generous portions and hearty mains
  • quality pastries and waffles
  • attentive service and friendly staff
  • varied menu with daily specials
Watch-outs
  • portion sizes inconsistent across dishes
  • premium pricing for add-ons like extra gravy
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Best for: families and weekend brunch groups seeking generous comfort food and specialty coffee
Think twice if: arrive early on weekends or plan for queues; portion consistency and add-on pricing can vary

What are they good at?

  • housemade sausages and pies with flaky pastry
  • generous portion salads and all-day breakfasts
  • attentive staff and owner interaction
  • reliable weekend brunch spot

Worth knowing

  • Waffles with maple syrup and fresh cream are a signature regular favourite
  • homemade sausages featured in breakfast plates
  • mushroom and chicken pie listed as signature dish
  • salads with mackerel praised for filling portions
  • staff alert to dietary requests (beef cheek pie, chicken breast selection)
  • owner known for engaging with customers

What reviews say by service

Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Generous all-day breakfast plates and weekend brunch specials with attentive service; queues form on busy days
Specialty Coffee
Quality coffee praised alongside food, though not extensively reviewed in isolation
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Handmade pastries, waffles, and artisanal cakes feature regularly in praise
Cafe
Warm, casual, family-friendly atmosphere; good for solo diners and groups

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.39 average across the 362 brunch & all-day cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 86% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 40
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 68
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
545
4
362
3
148
2
34
1
67

FAQ

What are the house specialities?
Waffles with maple syrup and fresh cream, homemade sausages, pies (mushroom and chicken, beef cheek), and mackerel salads are frequently praised.
Do you need to book on weekends?
Queues are common on busy weekends, but staff have seated solo diners without reservation. Arriving early helps.
What price range should I expect?
Mains and brunch plates run RM30 to RM50; drinks RM12 to RM18. Add-ons like extra gravy cost extra (e.g. RM8).

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Last updated 2026-09-29