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Starbucks® Reserve - Shoppes at Four Seasons Place

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 705 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(705) 73 composite score See reviews on Google moderate
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Starbucks® Reserve - Shoppes at Four Seasons Place
Location
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Price
moderate
Services
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes, Cafe, Coffee Shop
Reviews
705
Ranking
#156 in Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Best for
people seeking premium specialty coffee in a designed work environment near KLCC

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

What do recent reviews say?

The Reserve branch draws crowds for its premium coffee execution and four-season design, with multiple reviewers praising the specialty extraction and calm setting for work. Recent visits paint an uneven picture: while some staff demonstrate technical knowledge and care, others have been reported as dismissive or inattentive, and order handling remains sluggish despite the premium positioning and service charge.

Praised for
  • specialty coffee quality and technique
  • spacious, stylish atmosphere suited to work
  • knowledgeable Reserve baristas
  • location near KLCC convenient
Watch-outs
  • staff attitude inconsistent, some reports of rudeness
  • slow and disorganised order fulfilment
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Best for: people seeking premium specialty coffee in a designed work environment near KLCC
Think twice if: service consistency varies; allow extra time for orders and expect occasional staff dismissiveness

What are they good at?

  • Reserve-grade coffee sourcing and extraction precision
  • spacious, architecturally designed workspace
  • near KLCC and Four Seasons shopping

Worth knowing

  • Reserve baristas noted for technical knowledge of brewing varietals
  • grey hair found in coffee (replaced, but hygiene concern noted)
  • card payments accepted; cash not taken
  • upholstered seating reported as showing visible grime and water marks
  • Wi-Fi connection issues reported
  • service tax charged

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Premium extraction and bean sourcing praised; technical quality consistent even when front-of-house service falters
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Quiet, spacious setting well-suited for laptop work, though slow order handling can frustrate focus time
Cafe
Stylish, clean ambience marred by occasional upholstery grime and inconsistent staff attentiveness

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.39 average across the 597 coffee shop businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 77% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 47
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 51
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
430
4
149
3
39
2
21
1
66

FAQ

Does the Reserve accept cash?
No. Credit card payments are accepted; cash is not taken.
Is the Wi-Fi reliable for working?
One recent reviewer reported Wi-Fi disconnections, though others did not mention this as a recurring issue.
Is there a service charge?
Yes. A service tax is charged on bills.

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Last updated 2026-09-29