9 Cosy Book Cafes For Your Next Book Club Outing Or Date
Feed your soul at these book-filled wonderlands!
By Sarah Mokhtar — 06 Dec 2017, 04:33 PM
1. BookXcess @ Starling Mall
Welcome to your new happy place! BookXcess' latest store in Starling Mall comes complete with a cafe so you can enjoy the company of your favourite authors with some really good coffee.
Address: T-331B, Level 3, The Starling Mall, Damansara Utama, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 10am - 10pm (daily)
Contact: +603 7662 5901
More info on: Facebook | Instagram
2. Departure Lounge @ Damansara Uptown
This popular travel-themed cafe in Damansara Uptown is perfect for when you're in the mood for some #wanderlust vibes. Order up a hearty breakfast, pick a city, and dream the afternoon away.
Address: 10, Jalan SS 21/39, Damansara Uptown, Petaling Jaya
Opening hours:
8am - 7pm (Mondays - Sundays)
Closed on Tuesdays
Contact: +03 7725 7682
More info on: Facebook | Instagram
3. Kamilah's Lifestyle & Book Cafe @ Subang Jaya
This bright and airy mini library is great for a day out with your fellow bookworms. Order up delicious local kuih-muih and even some mee rebus to accompany your book club outing!
Address: 15, Jalan Putra Mahkota 7/7B, Pusat Bandar Putra Point, Subang Jaya
Opening hours:
10.30am - 7pm (Tuesdays - Sundays)
Closed on Mondays
Contact: +6012 328 7807
More info on: Facebook
4. Kafe Buku Oakheart @ Bandar Baru Bangi
This casual cafe is a great place to check out books and comics by local writers. You might even bump into some of them working on their masterpieces while you're there!
Address: No. 61, Jalan 8/35, Seksyen 8, Bandar Baru Bangi
Opening hours:
2pm - 8pm (Saturdays - Wednesdays)
Closed on Thursdays & Fridays
Contact: +6013 338 5178
More info on: Facebook
5. The Library Coffee Bar
With its vibrant bookcases and its extensive range of drinks on the menu, this quirky chain is a great place for some quiet me time or a book club discussion over some chai latte.
Outlets: Publika | IOI City Mall Putrajaya | 1 Utama | NU Sentral | Dataran Pahlawan Megamall Melaka | Gurney Paragon Penang | Parkson Paradigm Mall JB | Vivacity Megamall Kuching
More info on: Facebook | Instagram
6. Hedley Books & Cafe @ Kota Bahru, Kelantan
This Harry Potter-inspired cafe is a must-visit! Enjoy their extensive books collection - which includes Harry Potter, naturally - with a side of Slytherin Matcha Cupcakes.
Address: PT 1667 Tingkat 1, Jalan Raja Perempuan Zainab 2, Kubang Kerian, Kota Bharu
Opening hours: 10am - 10pm (daily)
Contact: +6011 5516 1380
More info on: Facebook
7. The Woods @ Gajah Berang, Melaka
Whether your favourite scent is the smell of coffee brewing or the pages of an old book, you can get the best of both here at this beautifully retro cafe. Grab a rattan chair and relax with some local coffee and beautifully written words.
Address: No. 35 Jalan Gajah Berang, Melaka
Opening hours:
11am - 8pm (Mondays - Sundays)
Closed on Wednesdays
Contact: +6012 616 7128
More info on: Facebook
8. Cafe de Eight @ Ipoh, Perak
This cute cafe in Ipoh offers books, cakes, and coffee for those looking to relax on a lazy afternoon.
Address: No, 8, Jalan Koo Chong Kong, Ipoh, Perak
Opening hours:
12pm - 10pm (Mondays - Sundays)
Closed on Thursdays
Contact: +605 241 2758
More info on: Facebook
9. Futari BookCafe @ Taman Mutiara Mas, Johor
This homey cafe serves up custom Magnum ice creams along with coffee for the perfect indulgent treat while you read!
Address: 37,Jalan Mutiara Mas 1/9, Taman Mutiara Mas, Skudai, Johor
Opening hours: 9.30am - 8.30pm (daily)
Contact: +6012 737 7267
More info on: Facebook
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