Authentic Malaysian cafe w/ life-changing kaya butter toast & salty-sweet combos. Nostalgic dishes & great drinks.
This Malaysian cafe offers a taste of authentic flavors reminiscent of a traditional "Kopitiam." From breakfast staples to savory mains, the menu provides a delightful culinary journey. While many praise the unique sweet and savory combinations and nostalgic dishes, some find certain offerings a bit pricey or inconsistent.
Specializing in Malaysian cuisine, this cafe is highly praised for its kaya toast (especially pandan and butter variations), nasi lemak, and Milo French toast. Some reviews mention disappointment with the nasi lemak's portion size and richness, and a few find certain dishes like Char Kuey Teow or Rendang to be inconsistent or not up to par. The belachan wings and various kuih (Malaysian cakes) are also frequently recommended.
"Highly recommended dishes include the Kaya toast (especially pandan and butter variations, often dipped in half-boiled eggs), Milo French toast, Belachan wings, and various kuih (Malaysian cakes). Nasi Lemak and Char Kuey Teow also receive positive mentions, though with some caveats."
Customers largely have a positive sentiment, particularly enjoying the nostalgic Malaysian flavors and unique sweet and savory dishes. However, some find the portions small or the prices a bit high for certain items.
Important Note
The restaurant is described as having a very small dining area, making it potentially unsuitable for large groups. Some diners have found the food to be expensive or inconsistent in quality over time.
"Also recommended Pandan Kaya toast from Kopitiam, suggesting it be dipped in half-boiled eggs."
Positive"Mentioned that Kopitiam has great Malaysian cakes, usually featuring pandan."
Positive"Recommended the Pandan kaya toast from Kopitiam and mentioned they sell the spread in small jars."
Positive"Kopitiam is listed as a dining option to consider."
Neutral"The original poster expressed excitement about Kopitiam, seeing it as a special place."
Positive"Kopitiam is recommended for its Kaya toast."
Positive"Kopitiam is described as awesome, recommended for breakfast or lunch, with a specific suggestion to try the Kaya toast with half-boiled eggs for a sweet and salty combination."
Positive"Initially mentioned Kopitiam but then clarified they serve nasi lemak, not nasi goreng as requested."
Negative"A brief mention of enjoying the kaya waffle at Kopitiam."
Positive"The commenter expressed that the Americanized style of kaya toast at Kopitiam, with a thicker spread, made them appreciate America more and contrasted it with their childhood experience of receiving only a thin spread in Singapore."
Positive"The commenter stated they enjoy Kopitiam's kaya toast and also purchase bottles of the spread."
Positive"The commenter found Kopitiam's kaya jam to be primarily cream-based and preferred it over the thinner spread they received in Singapore."
Positive"The commenter inquired if the thick spread of kaya jam on toast at Kopitiam is a typical style or an Americanized version. They noted that kaya toast they've had in Singapore usually features a thinner spread."
Neutral"The commenter has never had a bad experience at Kopitiam and specifically praised the belachan wings."
Positive"This commenter is also recommending Kopitiam."
Positive"This commenter notes that Kopitiam on East Broadway has pandan kaya toast."
Positive"Kopitiam is mentioned as having good Kaya toast."
Positive"Kopitiam is listed among several other recommended restaurants in Chinatown."
Positive"Kopitiam in the Lower East Side (LES) was mentioned as a potential place to find otak otak."
Neutral"The user thanked the commenter for the recommendation of Kopitiam, which they had not heard of before."
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