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The Lemon Tree

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 450 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(450) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Brunch & All-Day CafesCafeDessert & Bakery CafesSpecialty CoffeeCoffee Shop
The Lemon Tree
Location
Bukit Bintang, Wilayah Persekutuan
Services
Brunch & All-Day Cafes, Cafe, Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Reviews
450
Ranking
#30 in Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Best for
weekend brunchers seeking relaxed seating, coffee enthusiasts, cake lovers on their day off

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

What do recent reviews say?

Staff like Anson and Hana earn consistent praise for attentiveness and warmth, and the coffee holds up well even during busy hotel workshops. Cakes (especially lemon-based ones) and pastries impress when freshly made, though croissants occasionally arrive soggy and the savoury menu tastes heavily salted.

The airy Bukit Bintang location and soothing playlist draw weekend brunchers and weekday remote workers alike. Prices sit above casual cafe norms, and portion sizes sometimes disappoint for the tariff. Recent visits suggest the kitchen and front-of-house are steadier than they were a few weeks back.

Praised for
  • friendly and welcoming staff
  • excellent coffee and espresso drinks
  • light, well-flavoured cakes and pastries
  • relaxing ambience and decor
  • solid brunch offerings
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent food quality and seasoning
  • small portion sizes for the price
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Best for: weekend brunchers seeking relaxed seating, coffee enthusiasts, cake lovers on their day off
Think twice if: portion sizes run small and savoury dishes have struggled with seasoning balance; prices are above the local brunch average

What are they good at?

  • knowledgeable, warm staff (Anson, Hana named as standouts)
  • house-made cakes and pastries, especially lemon-based
  • quality espresso and specialty coffee drinks
  • comfortable, calm atmosphere with soothing music

Worth knowing

  • Anson and Hana named as standout staff members
  • T20 breakfast item mentioned
  • lemon poppy seed and lemon luzu cakes highlighted
  • hot Americano and hot flat white praised during a five-day workshop visit
  • coffee machine broke down during a busy event but staff generally responded quickly
  • crispy walnut croissant and chicken sausage breakfast praised in recent 5-star review
  • beef bolognese linguini noted as overly salted
  • bottled water charged at RM7

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
espresso drinks praised for quality despite occasional small portions
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
house-made cakes and pastries consistently complimented, though croissant texture inconsistent
Brunch & All-Day Cafes
lemon breakfast and berry bowl well received; savoury items sometimes over-salted
Cafe
cosy ambience and good for work, though service coordination can falter during rushes
Coffee Shop
reliable coffee service, quick preparation but small portions noted

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.39 average across the 362 brunch & all-day cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 65% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 60
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
323
4
67
3
20
2
18
1
22

FAQ

What are the standout pastries and cakes?
The lemon poppy seed cake, lemon luzu cake, walnut croissant, and Berry Bowl are frequently praised by recent visitors.
Is this a good spot to work or study?
Yes. The air-conditioned space, soothing music, and reliable wifi make it suitable for remote work, though it gets busy during weekend brunch service.
What breakfast items do you recommend?
The T20 breakfast and lemon breakfast (which includes chicken sausage) are popular choices. Portions are modest, so factor that into your expectations.
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Last updated 2026-09-29