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Timothy Cafe

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 829 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.2(829) 72 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Timothy Cafe
Location
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Brunch & All-Day Cafes, Halal & Muslim-Friendly Cafes, Cafe
Reviews
829
Ranking
#53 in Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Best for
Diners seeking specialty desserts and creative brunch items in a stylish 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?

Desserts and creative dishes draw crowds, but quality is uneven. A rat was spotted twice by different diners; staff dismissed concerns. Recent visits praise crème brûlée and tiramisu latte, though pasta often disappoints relative to hype and price. Ambience is pleasant when the space feels fresh, but one diner noted poor ventilation and water dripping from the ceiling. Reservations strongly recommended, especially weekends.

Service gaps remain concerning. Staff were seen hiding to use phones, one group found the shop closed despite published 8am opening time, and another was turned away with no explanation or apology. These incidents span recent weeks, suggesting ongoing operational inconsistency rather than isolated lapses.

Praised for
  • specialty desserts like crème brûlée and tiramisu latte
  • creative menu items
  • good ambience and music
  • comfortable seating and decor
Watch-outs
  • rat sightings and sanitary concerns
  • inconsistent food quality and bland dishes
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Best for: Diners seeking specialty desserts and creative brunch items in a stylish setting.
Think twice if: Sanitary issues (rat sightings reported) and service inconsistency (staff dismissiveness, unexplained closures) remain unresolved in recent weeks.

What are they good at?

  • Specialty desserts praised consistently (crème brûlée, tiramisu latte)
  • Creative, rotating menu items
  • Pleasant ambience with good music

Worth knowing

  • Crème brûlée and tiramisu latte mentioned as standout desserts
  • Homemade fresh pasta highlighted in promotions but criticized as undercooked and ordinary by reviewers
  • Rat sightings on two separate occasions, both within the last week
  • Shop found closed despite published 8am opening time
  • Staff observed hiding behind counter during service
  • Plastic cups given for water; glass cups available

What reviews say by service

Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Big breakfast praised, but pasta dishes often disappoint relative to creative marketing
Halal & Muslim-Friendly Cafes
No review text speaks to halal offerings or certification
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Crème brûlée and tiramisu latte consistently praised; homemade pasta less impressive than promoted
Coffee Shop
Long black and tiramisu latte mentioned positively, though limited coffee-specific feedback

How it compares

  • Rated 4.2 against a 4.39 average across the 362 brunch & all-day cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 80% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 47
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
524
4
124
3
73
2
45
1
63

FAQ

Do I need to book ahead?
Yes. Multiple reviews recommend pre-reservation, especially on weekends, due to the cafe being fully booked.
What are the opening hours?
The business lists 7 days of opening hours on Google, but one recent review found it closed at 10:40am despite a published 8am opening time. Contact them to confirm before visiting.
What is Timothy Cafe known for?
Specialty desserts, especially crème brûlée and tiramisu latte, and creative menu items. Homemade pasta is promoted but has received mixed reviews on execution.
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Last updated 2026-09-29