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15 Insta-Worthy Cafés To Check Out With Friends When Travelling Is Allowed Again

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1. Kue Street Cafe @ Melaka

Situated in the midst of banana trees and greeneries, with its contrasting monochrome design, this tiny café is definitely eye-catching! They serve snacks and desserts, including waffles in a cup and rice bowls. Currently, they're only available for takeaways.

Address:
J5599, KM25, Jalan Muar-Tangkak,
77300, Merlimau, Melaka

Opening hours:
12.15pm - 6.30pm (Tuesdays to Sundays)
Closed on Mondays.

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2. Kaffeinted Fish @ Johor

This garden-themed café looks like a cut-out from a fairytale storybook. The spacious setting, peppered with dreamy trees, definitely welcomes photo sessions while customers indulge in their coffee, sandwiches, and desserts. Oh, they also have a boss cat guarding the place — don't forget to say hi!

Address:
2, Jalan Roda 2, Skudai,
81300, Johor Bahru, Johor

Opening hours:
10am - 4pm (Thursdays to Tuesdays)
Closed on Wednesdays.

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3. Kopi Senget @ Selangor

"Kau, Aku & Kopi". That's the life innit? This 'smol' brick café is all cosy vibes, with views of Selangor's village life on the outside and hipster deco on the inside. They also serve a mean nasi lemak along with their coffees and other desserts, don't miss it!

Address:
Lot 239, Batu 11 1/4, Jalan Klang Banting,
42500 Telok Panglima Garang, Selangor

Opening hours:
12pm - 7pm (Wednesdays to Sundays)
Closed on Mondays and Tuesdays.

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4. Pause @ Kuala Lumpur

Right in the middle of KL's old apartments, this unique café stands out with its vibrant front design. The café invites you to take a pause and step inside its cosy home-like ambience to unwind from the hustle and bustle of the city. Don't miss out on their quirky drinks, delicious desserts, and food! 

Address:

140, Jalan Choo Cheng Khay,
Kampung Attap, 50460, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours:
11am - 8pm (Tuesdays to Sundays)
Closed on Mondays.

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5. Monti Keopi @ Selangor

Located in between rugged, abandoned buildings and beside a small river, you'll find this pop-up café that looks similar to a greenhouse. Although the 'grab and go' café is pretty famous among Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) students, since it is on their campus, many Bangi and Kajang customers drop by daily for their affordable and addictive coffee.

Address:

Faculty of Social Science & Humanities
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia,
43600, Bangi, Selangor

Opening hours:
8.30am - 5.30pm (Daily)

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6. STAIRS The World @ Penang

STAIRS is a familiar name among caffeine lovers in Penang, with its first outlet, STAIRS Specialty Coffee, being a hit among the islanders. STAIRS The World, however, is bigger, with ceiling-to-floor windows and huge globes dangling in the air, an enticing aspect to café-goers. Their coffee needs no introduction but don't forget to try their desserts, especially their croffles!

Address:

218C-2-8, Tropicana Macalister, Jalan Macalister,
10400, George Town, Penang

Opening hours:
9am - 8pm (Daily)

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7. Stellar @ Kuala Lumpur

REXKL houses all things art and out-of-the-box, and Stellar is one of them. The rustic café is a mixture of old-school coffee shop designs and industrial interiors. Plus point, they also serve alcohol! 

Address:

REXKL
80, Jalan Sultan,
50000, Kuala Lumpur

Opening hours:
10am - 4pm (Thursdays to Sundays)
Closed from Mondays to Wednesdays.

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Previously famous for their outlet in CUBOPARK, the owners of Haru Hari Speciality Coffee opened up this picturesque outlet last year and had customers streaming in non-stop. If you prefer an outdoorsy ambience, they can sit in the garden area with the lights and cute caravan. Whereas if you'd like to dine indoors, their café offers a spacious and relaxing atmosphere. 

Address:

62, Lebuh Glugor, Taman Gelugur
11600, Penang Island, Penang

Opening hours:
10am - 10pm (Tuesdays to Sundays)
Closed on Mondays.

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9. Ink Library Cafe @ Selangor

Want to have a cup of coffee, with a book in hand, while sitting in a cosy armchair and facing a beautiful sunset? Then, you have to visit Ink Library Cafe! They also have an outdoor seating area by the poolside, for you to wind down and relax with their wide selection of food, desserts, and drinks.

Address:

Grandeur Labs, Lot 6332, Persiaran Mokhtar Dahari,
Eco Grandeur, 42300 Puncak Alam, Selangor

Opening hours:
10.30am - 9.30pm (Daily)

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10. Kopi Dan Kudap @ Terengganu

Imagine drinking kopi under coconut trees, with goats roaming around you and the beautiful sea view in front of you. That's what you'd get at Kopi Dan Kudap. The charming little stall by the roadside may seem like nothing but locals will tell you their kopi and kuih are a mean combo. Plus point, you'd get a view to die for!

Address:

T145, Kampung Tanjung,
21020, Kuala Terengganu, Terengganu

Opening hours:
4pm - 7pm (Tuesdays to Sundays)
Closed on Mondays.

Find them on Instagram.

11. Kopi Garaj @ Kelantan

This speakeasy-like café is located inside an antique shop and is a vintage lover's dream! Once you've entered Jublilee Antique Shop, walk further inside until you see quirky saloon doors, which is the entrance to Kopi Garaj. Enjoy your coffee and snacks while looking at antiques and other nostalgic items that cover every nook and cranny of the café.

Address:

Jublilee Antique Cafe
3592, Jalan Ismail, Bandar Kota Bharu,
15000, Kota Bharu, Kelantan

Opening hours:
12pm - 10pm (Saturdays to Thursdays)
Closed on Fridays.

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12. Bukku Cafe @ Selangor

This corner lot café may fool you into thinking it is just another hipster coffee shop from the outside but the inside is aesthetic and spacious. The minimalistic bookstore design extends to a backyard that is landscaped with wooden benches, trees, lights, and even a playpen! Customers recommend the window seating to sip on coffee and look at the dreamy view outside.

Address:

1, Jalan Singgahsana 4A/KU2,
Bandar Bukit Raja, 41050, Klang, Selangor

Opening hours:
9am - 7pm (Daily)

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13. Glasshouse Fraser's Hill @ Pahang

Who wouldn't want to drink coffee and eat dessert in a real glasshouse in Fraser's Hill? This quaint café allows you to enjoy your drinks and dessert surrounded by cute cactuses and a view to die for. They also organise campfires by the café at night, so don't forget to check it out when you drop by Fraser's Hill! 

Address:

Lot 1494, Jalan Lady Guillemard, Bukit Fraser,
49000, Bukit Fraser, Pahang

Opening hours:
10am - 6pm (Thursdays to Mondays)
Closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

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    14. Kopi Hutan @ Penang

    Managed by Penang Hill's Monkey Cup Garden, Kopi Hutan is situated 730m above sea level, making it the highest café in Penang. Disconnect and enjoy coffee and dessert in the jungle, with occasional visits from curious animals. Definitely a once-in-a-lifetime experience!

    Address:
    Penang Hill, Bukit Bendera,
    11300, Penang

    Opening hours:
    9am - 5pm (Daily)

    Find them on Facebook.

    15. Teduhsedjenak @ Sarawak

    This old supermarket building was converted into an art space that houses concerts, art installations, and even a greenhouse! Among these eccentricities lies Teduhsedjenak, a small old-school vibes café. They stand out because of their therapy-like concept of daily motivational quotes and space to write out your emotions. Their coffee is good too!

    Address:

    30, Jalan Tabuan,
    93100, Kuching, Sarawak

    Opening hours:
    9am - 9pm (Thursdays to Tuesdays)
    Closed on Wednesdays.

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