Lepaq Lepaq, Bukit Ceylon, Kuala Lumpur

This is a long-overdue post. In fact, we came across this cafe last year end after we had our dinner at Jalan Alor. We were on our way back and I saw this brightly lit bungalow. Curiosity pipped me and we drove in, parked and explored. Not sure if their signboard is up yet as of now. 

 There weren't many people when we were there. They are selling some beverages that were displayed there. 

Since we were full from dinner, we could only had a piece of cake for dessert. At their cake display counter, they had Tiramisu, Nasi Lemak Cheese Cake, Red Velvet, Matcha Millie Creme and Almond Crisp.

We weren't keen on trying Nasi Lemak Cake and thus, choose Almond Crisp instead. 

It took a while for our dessert to come even though there weren't many people. I wish that they serve us some water though. This should be a given as most cafes serve water. My verdict of the cake is that it was nice, but just a tad too sweet for my taste.

I would need to go back and try again before I review more about Lepaq Lepaq.

Almond Crips RM 13.00

Add: 6, Jalan Ceylon
        Bukit Ceylon
        50200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hour: Mon to Sun: 10am to 10pm
Tel: 03-2022 2093
Website: https://www.facebook.com/LepaqLepaq/timeline 
Budget: $$
Other info: Cash and credit card including Amex accepted.
                  Service charge

Merchant's Lane, Jalan Petaling (Petaling Street), Kuala Lumpur

I've heard of this place from so many of my friends, whom have visited. One fine Saturday, as part of our wedding anniversary's low budget celebration this year, this become part of our plan. 

For one thing, we were fortunate that a car came out from one of the parking spot next to the open paid carpark. We rely heavily on Foursquare to find the place and we couldn't find it for around 10 minutes. It says we were on the right location but as we walked nearby ATC College, it took us long enough to discover a small sign scribbled saying Merchant's Lane is on the right side, next to stationery shop. The cafe is located within a walking distance to Chinatown, where the old heritage buildings are still intact.

Our problem was that the stationery shop had their brown blinds down when the sun was facing the shop and as such, we missed the sign because it was blocked when we walked up and down the street.

P.S Photos below were taken later part in the evening after we visited the cafe.

From what my friend told us is that this place used to be a prostitute's den, or more like for customers to come. Hence, that explains why it is hidden in plain sight.

The owners try their best to preserve the interior while incorporating some modern looks. I love the fact that there is still light coming through from the roof and if you step outside to the back, there is a courtyard, decorated with Chinese elements, while blending in the overgrown tree and its root that wraps itself against the wall. 

Unfortunately, we didn't order any food this round. We were still full from our lunch at Brickfields and we had their teapig iced tea instead. 

We shall make an effort to come back again for its food. 

Address: No.150, Jalan Petaling, 59000 Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hour: Mon to Sun: 10.30am to 8pm
Tel: 03-2022 1736
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Merchants-Lane-美真林-965566273456114/timeline
Budget: $$
Other info: Cash and credit card accepted

Two Scones One Cup, Section 17, Petaling Jaya

Another cafe for my review from last Saturday. I've had a sudden craving for scones. I've been to a few cafes and not one is up to my standard yet. I am very particular about certain food and scones are one of them. 

Last Saturday, we visited one nearby, that has opened up earlier this year, replacing PitStop. Place was done up nicely with post-it-notes on one side of the wall and interesting quotes. There's outdoor and indoor seating available. Although their specialty are scones, there are other choices available for appetizer or snacks and mains like chicken chop, pasta, burgers. 

As they are known for their scones, we ordered some. They have variety of flavours; plain, cranberry, raisin, black sesame, green tea, blueberry, rose petal, orange and apple cinnamon oat. Of course, not forgetting, tea is a must for us too. 

We ordered Pearl of the Orient tea. I love the lightness and subtlety of its flavour. You can order their scones at 2 for RM9. You can choose two different scones flavour or same flavour. Scones are smaller than I expected. It's soft and easily breakable. I like the fact that I can taste the flavours but I find it a little on the dry side.

Raisin & Blueberry RM9

Raisin & Pearl of the Orient RM9

I thought it was enough but it's so small that it wasn't filling for us and we ordered second round, which was a pasta and risotto.

Aglio Oli RM 9.90

Mushroom Risotto RM13.90

Mains portion were bigger. Aglio Olio's spices were just about right for my taste. Mushroom risotto were soft in texture and generous with their mushrooms. 

It's a lovely place to hang out, not too noisy or quiet, an option with the growing of hipster cafes in Section 17. 

Add: 627, Jalan 17/8, 46400 Petaling Jaya
Opening Hour: Tues-Sun: 10am to 10pm
Tel: 012 6138200
Website:https://www.facebook.com/2scones1cup/timeline
Budget: $$
Other info: No GST & Service Charge

Coffee Me Darling, SS2, Petaling Jaya

This cafe has been here for a while now. Oh, we pass by the cafe most of the time but we never get the chance to visit as we end up going elsewhere instead. We took the opportunity to try out here last Saturday morning for breakfast before doing our weekly errands, seeing that they open early now.

We were one of the first few customers at that time. There's a small fish tank outside their outdoor dining. Interior exude modern style concept with red brick walls and art wall scribbles next to entrance and back wall.

Other than that, nothing much that caught my eye. They serve a variety of cakes; Salted Caramel, Irish Cheese, Passion Lemon Cheesecake and Brownies. They have lunch menu offered. Other than that, they serve all-day breakfast and light meal sandwiches, snacks, mains and pasta. 

We ordered Eggs in a Basket and Big Breakfast. 

Eggs in a Basket RM12.90

Big Breakfast RM21.90

I was a little disappointed with my eggs in a basket. It was good but for me, it's just eggs on a bread. I have to say, I was expecting more. My hubby's big breakfast looks better than mine. Can't go wrong with big breakfast although we have in the past, been let down by it before in other places.

As for our drinks, he ordered his usual Flat White and mine was Cappuccino.

Flat White RM10

Cappuccino RM10.90

Their coffee beans were better in taste, which was to our liking as there was no after-sour taste lingered on our mouths after few sip. Overall, this is a nice place to relax and hang out with friends.

Add: 153, SS2/24, Petaling Jaya

Tel No: 017 3776101

Opening Hour: 

Tues to Thurs- 8am to 12am

Fri to Sun-8am to 1am

Website: https://www.facebook.com/coffeemedarling/

Jibril, SS15, Subang Jaya

It's been a while since we venture in to Subang Jaya and we've heard a lot of up-and-coming cafes and restaurants sprung up in the neighbourhood. Hubby was in the mood to explore cafe tonight after having dinner at home and we decided to visit Jibril. 

It rained when we left the house and we were stuck on the Federal Highway traffic crawl too but it didn't deterred us from going there. 

It was hidden behind Sangkaya, and the door was disguised and blend in like the brick wall. Quaint indeed, just like the olden days where there's a secret room in the shop.

I felt like a spy, going in to a secret room hideout. Even the look and feel and its decorations were back to the 30s and 40s style. There are two televisions, showing the late Charlie Chaplin in black and white. 

We ordered two drinks, Potter and Monroe.

Potter RM7.50

  
We were surprised that they gave this round, ice ball, which is only given by bars when you order an expensive whisky bottle. Potter is a combination of butter flavoured non-alcoholic beer, topped with butter cream. The butter flavour was surprisingly nice and mixed well with the beer. 

Mine was Monroe, a strawberry satsuma sangria, non-alcoholic white wine. Sweet concoction with a hint of strawberry and orange fruity taste.

Monroe RM9

It's certainly a lovely place to chill with your friends or as a couple.

Add: No.25, Jalan SS15/4B, Subang Jaya
Tel: 012 2005019
Opening Hour: 12pm to 12am

Bean Reserve, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur

With so many up-and-coming cafes, it's getting harder to keep track sometimes. Recently, we visited one that is hidden away somewhere in Bangsar. We never thought that there will be one in this unsuspected area.

It's located in a bungalow lot, just opposite an Indian temple. Bungalow is designed in minimalistic look and one could even miss the signboard if you don't look for it carefully.

As you entered the walkway, you will see the dine-in cafe on the right and they even allocate few rooms for small meetings, if you want a change of meeting scenery.

They are known for their soft-serve specialty coffee but we decided to try our regular flat white. It's our own gauge in comparing with other cafes for their beans and flavour. Unfortunately, they don't have a free wifi here. We came so early that there were only few people. 

Flat White RM11

I can't say that I don't like their beans but we all have our own preferences and we are not into the sour taste, after drinking few sips. Still, we would come back again for the soft-serve and affogato.

It's a little easier to find a place to park during weekends when you come early but I reckon with the temple, you won't be able to get a parking space when they have function or festival.

Add: 8, Jalan Lengkok Abdullah, Bangsar, Kuala Lumpur
Opening Hour: 9am to 6.30pm