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Transparent Coffee

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 656 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(656) 80 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified moderate
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Transparent Coffee
Location
Kampung Attap, Kuala Lumpur
Price
moderate
Services
Cafe, Specialty Coffee, Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Reviews
656
Ranking
#257 in Cafe
Best for
Early risers seeking quality muffins and specialty coffee in a calm workspace.

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

What do recent reviews say?

Transparent Coffee earns consistent praise for its English muffins and carefully sourced beans, with most visitors noting the cozy, peaceful setting tucked away in Kampung Attap. Staff are attentive, and the coffee quality is high enough that regulars return specifically for bean selection and flavour profiles.

The main trade-off: it's small, parking is tight (5 spaces shared with office staff), and hot items sell out by mid-morning. The location inside a residential block requires navigating security. Recent reviews confirm the muffins remain the standout draw, though some note the fruity bean profile may not suit all palates.

Praised for
  • specialty muffins and baked goods
  • excellent coffee with choice of beans
  • cozy, peaceful atmosphere
  • friendly and attentive staff
  • tucked-away charm in old apartment block
Watch-outs
  • muffins sell out quickly by mid-morning
  • hard to locate inside apartment building
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Best for: Early risers seeking quality muffins and specialty coffee in a calm workspace.
Think twice if: Muffins and hot pastries sell out by late morning; arrive before 10am if those are your priority.

What are they good at?

  • House-made English muffins praised consistently
  • Choice of single-origin coffee beans (reviewers name La Linda)
  • Quiet, peaceful setting away from city bustle
  • Quick service despite small size

Worth knowing

  • English muffin priced RM17 before tax (10+6%) with chicken patty and periperi sauce
  • Staff member noted for helpfulness wearing a gram hat
  • Customers can request specific beans: La Linda mentioned as smooth with Oolong Tea after-taste
  • 5 parking spaces available per day
  • Located inside Sam Mansion flat apartment block, accessible via carpark security checkpoint
  • Muffins consistently sell out by 10am or shortly after

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Choice of beans praised for clarity and balance; fruity profile suits some but not all palates.
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
English muffins are the standout draw but sell out quickly by mid-morning.
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Peaceful, quiet atmosphere and small size make it suitable for focused work, though limited seating restricts groups.
Brunch & All-Day Cafes
Strong muffin offering but arrivals after 10am risk finding hot items sold out.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.38 average across the 708 cafe businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 74% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 60
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
429
4
123
3
47
2
19
1
38

FAQ

What time should I arrive to get a muffin?
Before 10am; hot baked items sell out by late morning.
How much parking is available?
Five spaces per day, shared with office staff in the apartment building.
Can I choose my coffee beans?
Yes; customers can select from the available single-origin options, including La Linda.
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Last updated 2026-09-29