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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 281 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(281) 89 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
Location
Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
Price
moderate
Services
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes, Tea Houses & Matcha, Cafe
Reviews
281
Ranking
#42 in Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Best for
students and remote workers seeking a welcoming, reliable workspace

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?

Staff are consistently friendly and efficient, with quick service even when queues form. The space feels cozy and clean, and reviewers praise the drinks and desserts.

Praised for
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • quick service even during busy periods
  • cozy and clean environment
  • tasty drinks and desserts
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Best for: students and remote workers seeking a welcoming, reliable workspace

What are they good at?

  • efficient staff with genuine friendliness
  • quick orders even during peak times
  • clean, cozy space

Worth knowing

  • Staff members Aliff, Mimi Ain, and Puteri named for friendliness and helpfulness
  • orders usually come out quickly despite queues

What reviews say by service

Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
cozy and clean environment makes it suitable for work or study
Tea Houses & Matcha
tea service praised as yummy; staff attentive
Coffee Shop
specialty coffee and drinks delivered quickly even during queues
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
desserts described as delicious; cakes available

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.42 average across the 291 study & work-friendly cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 53% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 78
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 80
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
221
4
38
3
16
2
2
1
4

FAQ

Is The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf open every day?
Yes, they publish opening hours for all 7 days of the week.
How long does it usually take to get an order?
Orders usually come out quickly, even when there's a queue.
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Last updated 2026-09-29