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San Francisco Coffee @ NU Sentral

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 129 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(129) 69 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
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San Francisco Coffee @ NU Sentral
Location
Brickfields, Kuala Lumpur
Price
moderate
Services
Brunch & All-Day Cafes, Cafe, Specialty Coffee
Reviews
129
Best for
coffee drinkers stopping between mall visits, workers needing a quiet spot

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?

Coffee and barista warmth are the reliables here. Regulars praise the Americano and cappuccino, and staff like Atiq create a welcoming vibe that justifies the trip despite the outlet's tucked-away position. Food preparation swings wildly: mushroom croissants arrive cold after 15-minute waits, matcha lattes come unmixed, and breakfast eggs taste microwaved. More recent reviews suggest staff don't always know what goes into drinks (milk powder sugar content, for instance), and reheating mishaps happen.

The cafe works best as a coffee stop between mall errands, less so as a food destination. Newer complaints show the kitchen and bar training remain patchy, though friendly service at the counter hasn't faltered.

Praised for
  • friendly and personable baristas
  • consistently good coffee
  • cozy, relaxed atmosphere
  • convenient location within NU Sentral
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent food quality and preparation
  • staff knowledge gaps on ingredients and allergens
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Best for: coffee drinkers stopping between mall visits, workers needing a quiet spot
Think twice if: plan extra time if ordering food; ingredient knowledge with staff is spotty

What are they good at?

  • skilled, cheerful baristas (Atiq named)
  • reliable specialty coffee quality
  • cozy seating, good for solo work
  • affordable set meals with coffee

Worth knowing

  • Barista Atiq noted for warmth and customer ease
  • Americano priced 11.50 RM
  • mushroom croissant wait observed at 15+ minutes on quieter shifts
  • matcha latte preparation issues reported (unmixed, milk powder sugar content not disclosed)
  • reheating incident: barista used steam wand on full cup rather than proper reheat

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Strong, consistent quality; Americano praised for strength and value
Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Breakfast and sandwiches inconsistent; wait times long for simple items like croissants
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Cozy seating, good for solo work or relaxing between transit; hidden location is a tradeoff
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Matcha latte preparation issues; milk powder sugar content not disclosed to customers
Tea Houses & Matcha
Matcha latte unmixed and poorly prepared; baristas lack knowledge on ingredients

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.39 average across the 362 brunch & all-day cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 36% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 38
Review volume 92
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 55
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
67
4
32
3
7
2
9
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14

FAQ

Is there wifi?
Yes; staff can advise on connection details.
Do you deliver orders?
Yes, catering and delivery available (website lists catering services), though recent review noted packaging issue with cakes.
What's the wait time for food?
Reviewers report 15+ minutes for items like mushroom croissants, even during quieter shifts.
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Last updated 2026-09-29