Cafes in Brickfields: ranked picks
Brickfields cafes range from busy coffee counters at NU Sentral to small independents on the side streets, with Vietnamese, Italian and specialty options all within walking distance. Rankings below come from Google ratings, review volume, recency and review sentiment. See our methodology for how scores are built.
Much of the top of the list sits in or beside NU Sentral, which suits commuters using KL Sentral. Independents like Air Day Coffee and Sunny Side Up have smaller rooms, so plan for limited seating and tight parking.
19 businesses, scored on rating, review volume, recency, sentiment and listing completeness. How we score › · View on map ›
At a glance
| # | Business | Score | Rating | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ZUS Coffee - NU Sentral | 87 | 4.7 (2179) | — | Reliable daily coffee |
| 2 | 5 Coffee (OFFFFive Coffee) - NU Sentral | 86 | 4.7 (184) | — | Specialty lattes, quick stops |
| 3 | Bricks Factory Cafe | 86 | 4.8 (134) | — | Quiet, multicultural menu |
| 4 | AIR DAY COFFEE | 83 | 4.6 (179) | — | Filter coffee, desserts |
| 5 | Illy Caffè • NU Sentral | 81 | 4.4 (248) | — | Espresso, beans to take home |
| 6 | Cong Caphe @Nu Sentral | 80 | 4.3 (333) | — | Vietnamese coffee, lunch sets |
| 7 | Market Coffee Cafe | 76 | 5 (21) | — | Remote work, quiet |
| 8 | Sunny Side Up Cafe | 74 | 4.7 (44) | — | Shio pan, calm breakfast |
| 9 | PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe, Kuala Lumpur. | 74 | 4.1 (993) | — | — |
| 10 | Madras Coffee House - Kuala Lumpur | 73 | 4.7 (36) | — | — |
| 11 | HWC Coffee - Nu Sentral | 72 | 4.2 (131) | moderate | Coffee Shop |
| 12 | Kenangan Coffee NU Sentral Mall | 72 | 3.9 (147) | — | Coffee Shop |
| 13 | Chennai Cafe' | 72 | 4.9 (20) | — | — |
| 14 | San Francisco Coffee @ NU Sentral | 69 | 4 (129) | moderate | — |
| 15 | Rush Roastery (Menara Kembar Bank Rakyat, Bangsar) | 69 | 4.2 (21) | — | Specialty Coffee |
| 16 | Bungkus Kaw Kaw @ NU Sentral | 68 | 4.3 (1091) | — | — |
| 17 | Big Apple Donuts & Coffee @ Nu Sentral | 55 | 3.3 (82) | moderate | — |
| 18 | Guddtazz Coffee Cafe - GCC | 47 | 5 (3) | — | — |
| 19 | Proof Cafe & Sky Lounge | 21 | — | — | — |
Ranked picks
ZUS Coffee - NU Sentral
score 87/100Top score on a 4.7 rating across 2,179 reviews, with fast, friendly service and consistent taste; weekday mornings can queue.
5 Coffee (OFFFFive Coffee) - NU Sentral
score 86/100A 4.7 rating and praise for balanced signature lattes like Camellia and Cheng Du, plus courteous baristas and a clean streetside space.
Bricks Factory Cafe
score 86/100Rated 4.8, with a peaceful hideaway feel, an owner who recommends dishes, and a menu spanning masala tea, mee goreng and cappuccino.
AIR DAY COFFEE
score 83/100Reviewers like the specialty filter options, the knowledgeable barista and the apple crumble pie in a calm, naturally lit room.
Illy Caffè • NU Sentral
score 81/100Smooth Italian espresso and pastries near KL Sentral MRT, with whole beans and capsules on sale and charging ports on site.
Cong Caphe @Nu Sentral
score 80/100Strong, sweet Vietnamese coffee and RM15.90 lunch sets in a heritage-styled space with a small library corner and free wifi.
Market Coffee Cafe
score 76/100A second-floor spot with reliable wifi and power, praised for its Spanish latte, fresh pastries and reasonable prices.
Sunny Side Up Cafe
score 74/100Its shio pan is called the best by many reviewers, and the specialty coffee is made with care by friendly owners.
PODs The Backpackers Home & Cafe, Kuala Lumpur.
score 74/100Reviewers consistently praise the cleanliness, value, and welcoming staff across recent stays.
Madras Coffee House - Kuala Lumpur
score 73/100Madras Coffee House draws steady praise for filter coffee, vegetarian curry dishes, and an unhurried, welcoming atmosphere in Brickfields.
HWC Coffee - Nu Sentral
score 72/100Regulars praise HWC's coffee quality and named staff warmth, but recent visits show erratic service.
Kenangan Coffee NU Sentral Mall
score 72/100Staff make the difference here: regulars name Hafiz, Shah, Kamarul and Aqil by name for genuine friendliness and speed.
Chennai Cafe'
score 72/100Idly and dosa here taste like the real thing, soft and paired with housemade chutneys that nail the heat level.
San Francisco Coffee @ NU Sentral
score 69/100Coffee and barista warmth are the reliables here.
Rush Roastery (Menara Kembar Bank Rakyat, Bangsar)
score 69/100Specialty coffee kiosk in Bank Rakyat Twin Tower serving imported-quality lattes and creative drinks.
Bungkus Kaw Kaw @ NU Sentral
score 68/100Food quality and taste draw people in, but recent visits have become frustrating.
Big Apple Donuts & Coffee @ Nu Sentral
score 55/100Donuts draw solid praise for creative flavours and fresh-from-kitchen warmth at reasonable prices, but recent reviews show staff attitudes now overshadow the product.
Guddtazz Coffee Cafe - GCC
score 47/100All three reviews praise the coffee quality and welcoming service.
Proof Cafe & Sky Lounge
score 21/100Not enough recent reviews yet to synthesise a reliable sentiment read for this business.