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The Grass @ NU Sentral

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 272 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(272) 89 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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The Grass @ NU Sentral
Location
Kuala Lumpur Sentral, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Tea Houses & Matcha, Coffee Shop, Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Reviews
272
Best for
Those seeking nostalgic Malaysian desserts and refreshing shaved ice in a quiet, friendly setting.

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?

Regulars praise The Grass for its signature grass jelly and taufufa, served with a friendly welcome in a cozy space. A recent complaint about stale fruit in one dessert order stands out among overwhelmingly strong recent reviews that highlight quality, value, and attentive service.

Praised for
  • fresh, quality desserts
  • friendly, helpful staff
  • cozy, cute setting
  • good value for money
  • signature grass jelly and taufufa
Watch-outs
  • limited seating
  • inconsistent freshness of fruit in prepared desserts
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Best for: Those seeking nostalgic Malaysian desserts and refreshing shaved ice in a quiet, friendly setting.
Think twice if: Limited seating if you're visiting with a large group.

What are they good at?

  • Signature grass jelly and taufufa
  • Cozy, welcoming atmosphere
  • Helpful, attentive staff
  • Affordable pricing

Worth knowing

  • Signature menu items praised: grass jelly, taufufa, shaved ice, mix fruit ice dessert, jade jelly iced dessert
  • Recent quality issue noted: stale fruit in one prepared dessert order (flagged by reviewer two weeks ago)

What reviews say by service

Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Signature grass jelly and taufufa praised for quality and taste; one recent complaint about stale fruit in a prepared dessert.
Tea Houses & Matcha
Grass jelly and taufufa drinks consistently praised as fresh and not overly sweet.
Coffee Shop
No clear evidence in reviews of coffee-specific service.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.39 average across the 425 dessert & bakery cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 53% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 90
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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5

FAQ

What are the signature items?
Grass jelly, taufufa, shaved ice, and mix fruit ice desserts. Reviewers often mention the grass jelly and taufufa specifically.
How busy does it get?
Seating is limited, but reviewers note friendly service and a cozy environment even when busy.

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Last updated 2026-09-29