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Yew Yew Coffee @Chinatown KL

Updated 2026-09-29 · 3,131 reviewed · 738 listed · Scored from 484 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.6(484) 85 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Yew Yew Coffee @Chinatown KL
Location
Kuala Lumpur City Centre, Kuala Lumpur
Services
Cafe, Dessert & Bakery Cafes, Specialty Coffee
Reviews
484
Ranking
#126 in Cafe
Best for
Afternoon coffee breaks, solo relaxation, date evenings, and photo-taking in a calm Chinatown hideaway.

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?

Most visits land on specialty matcha-the dirty matcha latte and Matcha Coral stand out for their depth and balance-alongside crispy croffles and fried chicken that reviewers call a "work of art." The second-floor space in Ka Yin Association Building feels spacious, minimalist but nostalgic, with natural light that makes lingering comfortable. Staff warmth varies: several recent visits praise gentle, welcoming service, but one recent guest felt turned away over table size despite empty seats, with visibly annoyed service that left a sour impression.

Recent months show the business thriving post-relocation. Signature drinks like Black Sunset 2.0 compete well against other cafes in KL; hot food (crispy chicken, fried banana with ice cream) expands the menu beyond coffee. Matcha selections, merchandise, and coffee blends add reasons to return. A few notes: no in-cafe toilet, and hot drinks sometimes arrive in stainless steel cups rather than ceramic.

Praised for
  • specialty matcha drinks and signature cocktails
  • crispy croffles and fried chicken
  • cozy, peaceful atmosphere with natural light
  • quality coffee and espresso drinks
  • kind and welcoming staff (mostly recent)
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent staff attitude and service
  • confusing seating policies and communication
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Best for: Afternoon coffee breaks, solo relaxation, date evenings, and photo-taking in a calm Chinatown hideaway.
Think twice if: Staff professionalism has been inconsistent; a recent guest experienced visible annoyance and poor communication over seating.

What are they good at?

  • standout matcha and signature cocktails (Black Sunset 2.0, Matcha Coral)
  • crispy croffles and hot food (fried chicken, fried banana)
  • recently relocated to larger, brighter space with nostalgic furnishings
  • coffee blends and merchandise available for purchase

Worth knowing

  • Recently relocated upstairs to Ka Yin Association Building (larger, more spacious than previous ground-floor site)
  • Signature drinks: Black Sunset 2.0, Matcha Coral, dirty matcha latte
  • Menu: crispy croffles, fried chicken, fried banana with ice cream, pour-over coffee
  • Sells coffee blends and merchandise
  • No in-cafe toilet (facilities on same floor outside cafe)
  • Some hot drinks served in stainless steel cups, not ceramic

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Black Sunset 2.0 praised as superior to competitors; matcha drinks praised for depth, umami, and balance; pour-over solid but no standout comment
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Crispy croffles and fried chicken called delicious, tender, and visually appealing; fried banana with ice cream also praised
Tea Houses & Matcha
Matcha drinks (dirty matcha latte, Matcha Coral) stand out for strong flavour and umami; signature choice alongside coffee
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Peaceful, cozy atmosphere with natural light, spacious seating, and AC make it suitable for chilling and relaxing
Cafe
Clean, minimalist interior with nostalgic furnishings; recent relocation to larger second-floor space praised as comfortable upgrade
Halal & Muslim-Friendly Cafes
Menu includes fried chicken and other hot food; no halal certification mentioned in reviews or website

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.39 average across the 425 dessert & bakery cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 67% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 70
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
365
4
78
3
27
2
6
1
8

FAQ

Do they have a toilet?
No in-cafe toilet; facilities are on the same floor but outside the cafe.
Where is Yew Yew Coffee located now?
Second floor, Ka Yin Association Building, Chinatown KL. They recently moved from a smaller ground-floor space.
What do reviewers recommend most?
Their matcha drinks (dirty matcha latte, Matcha Coral) and crispy croffles. The Black Sunset 2.0 cocktail is also highly praised.
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Last updated 2026-09-29