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Tim's Tea House Cafe

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 467 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(467) 72 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
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Tim's Tea House Cafe
Location
Taman Melawati, Kuala Lumpur
Price
moderate
Services
Tea Houses & Matcha, Cafe, Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Reviews
467
Best for
groups celebrating small occasions, dessert and tea enthusiasts willing to tolerate inconsistency

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

What do recent reviews say?

Desserts and tea sets are the real draw here; many return for the cakes and afternoon tea atmosphere. The interior feels genuinely cosy and English-countryside-inspired, which works well for small celebrations.

Staff warmth and food consistency vary noticeably. Some visits include attentive service and perfectly balanced dishes; others involve cold tea, oversalted mains, or dismissive handling of requests. Pricing sits high for a casual cafe, and recent reviews suggest the quality does not always justify it.

Praised for
  • excellent dessert selection
  • cosy, charming decor
  • friendly and welcoming staff (inconsistent)
  • quality food when delivered well
  • good afternoon tea experience
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent customer service and attitude
  • pricing high relative to quality and portion
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Best for: groups celebrating small occasions, dessert and tea enthusiasts willing to tolerate inconsistency
Think twice if: customer service can be reluctant or dismissive, especially during busy weekend periods or for takeaway orders

What are they good at?

  • strong dessert and cake range
  • authentic English afternoon tea sets
  • charming, themed interior
  • well-suited to small celebrations and gatherings

Worth knowing

  • Afternoon tea set priced RM69–RM100+ per person
  • red velvet cake and Biscoff banana pudding named as standouts
  • Victoria Sandwich Cake praised for buttery texture and strawberry filling
  • surau (prayer space) available on premises
  • parking difficult on weekends
  • teabags used instead of loose leaf in some tea sets

What reviews say by service

Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Cakes and pastries are a consistent strength; red velvet, Biscoff, and Victoria Sandwich frequently praised, though some sponges and pies lack detail or taste odd.
Tea Houses & Matcha
Afternoon tea sets are the signature offer but show wide variation: cold tea, one teabag instead of loose leaves, small portions, and dry scones reported alongside positive experiences.
Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Main dishes (spaghetti, fish & chips, linguine carbonara) receive mixed feedback; timing can be fast but flavour balance (saltiness, richness) is inconsistent.
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Described as cosy and peaceful with no loud music, though not explicitly mentioned as work-focused; limited evidence.
Halal & Muslim-Friendly Cafes
Surau on premises noted; limited review evidence of halal menu or practice.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.36 average across the 459 tea houses & matcha businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 66% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 47
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
273
4
111
3
37
2
18
1
28

FAQ

Is there a prayer space?
Yes, the business has a small surau (prayer room) on premises.
Is parking easy on weekends?
No, parking is noted as difficult during weekend visits.
What are the standout desserts?
Red velvet cake, Biscoff banana pudding, Victoria Sandwich Cake, and Biscoff Burnt Cheesecake are frequently praised by recent reviewers.
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Last updated 2026-09-29