What drinks do you serve?

Only black and white (latte) coffees. No menu. Both are RM 5.

Is it suitable for working or studying?

Yes. The space is quiet and minimal with wooden benches along a corridor, popular with people seeking a peaceful break or focus time.

Room 203

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 247 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(247) 79 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified

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Location: Solaris Dutamas, Kuala Lumpur
Services: Study & Work-Friendly Cafes, Specialty Coffee, Cafe
Reviews: 247
Ranking: #150 in Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Best for: coffee lovers who know they want black or white coffee and prefer cash payment

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

What do recent reviews say?

Room 203 delivers excellent house-roasted coffee for RM 5, served in a spare, cement-floored corridor space perfect for a quick break or quiet work session. Quality is consistent and pricing beats specialty shops across Kuala Lumpur. Recent visits praise the black and white edition coffees and friendly service, though older reviews flag occasional barista rudeness; the no-menu, cash-only setup suits coffee lovers who know what they want, but may frustrate browsers or card users.

The shop occupies a small corridor in Solaris Dutamas near Publika. They roast their own beans and serve only Americanos and lattes. Music varies by barista. Staff warmth appears inconsistent across visits, with some customers describing a welcoming attitude and others reporting sharp responses to straightforward questions. The recent five-star trend suggests either improved training or a shift in who's behind the bar.

Praised for

outstanding coffee quality at low price
minimalist, quiet ambience
friendly staff on good days
own-roasted beans, limited menu focus

Watch-outs

barista rudeness or sarcasm on some visits
cash-only payment limits access

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Best for: coffee lovers who know they want black or white coffee and prefer cash payment

Think twice if: barista mood can swing between warm and sharp; not equipped for card payments or menu indecision

What are they good at?

RM 5 own-roasted coffee quality
minimalist, distraction-free space
quick, no-frills experience
quiet spot within a busy mall area

Worth knowing

Own-roasted beans, Americano and latte only
RM 5 per cup, cash only
cement floors, wooden benches, corridor layout
barista music choice varies day to day
located within Solaris Dutamas near Publika

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee: own-roasted quality at RM 5 is rare and praised consistently
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes: quiet, minimal space suits focus work; some customers flag inconsistent barista warmth as a minor friction
Coffee Shop: no-menu, cash-only model works for repeat customers but excludes card users

How it compares

Rated 4.7 against a 4.38 average across the 537 specialty coffee businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 50% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method

Star rating 78

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 55

Profile completeness 75

Verification 0

Rating breakdown

209

FAQ

What drinks do you serve?: Only black and white (latte) coffees. No menu. Both are RM 5.
Do you accept card payments?: No, cash only.
Is it suitable for working or studying?: Yes. The space is quiet and minimal with wooden benches along a corridor, popular with people seeking a peaceful break or focus time.

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Room 203

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