Craving a good cuppa joe, some dessert, or a hearty brunch across the causeway? From industrial-themed buildings to neon-lit shophouses, here are the best JB cafes to check out this year that will definitely hit the spot!
Heading across the Causeway this public holiday — or any other weekend in general? Why not check out some of these best JB cafes? From Taiwanese breakfast grub to mouthwatering pastries, and the most savoury pastas, we’ve got you covered with nine of the best cafes in JB to visit. We’re already salivating at the thought… 🤤
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1. Keijometo
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This one’s got my vote for being the most aesthetic option on the list. Picture a raw, concrete, industrial-themed cafe with all the makings of a hipster art gallery 10 minutes away from Woodlands checkpoint.
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Come for their Mentaiko Tamagoyaki Sando (RM20/~S$5.70) and Salmon Ochazuke (RM30/~S$8.55), but don’t leave without trying their Watermelon Matcha Latte (RM15/~S$4.27).
Address: 3, Jln Chengai, Taman Melodies, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: Tuesdays to Sundays, 11 AM to 7 PM. Closed on Mondays.
YouTrip’s Guide To The Best JB Cafes 2024: Find out more about Keijometo here
2. Good Morning Food Truck (早尚好)
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Breakfast in Taiwan is a big deal! But instead of hopping on a plane, why not take a short 30-minute drive from Woodlands Checkpoint to Good Morning Food Truck instead? But take note, the food isn’t actually being served from a food truck. These delicious no-frills sandwiches are doled out from the confines of a quaint cafe in Taman Ekoflora.
Go straight for their Kimchi Pork Egg Toast (RM10.90/~S$3.11) or their popular Cheese Ham Egg Toast (RM10.90/~S$3.11) — and wash it all down with an icy glass of homemade soy milk.
Address: LOT I, Jalan Ekoflora Utama, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: Wednesday to Monday, 7 AM to 3 PM. Closed on Tuesdays.
YouTrip’s Guide To The Best JB Cafes 2024: Find out more about Good Morning Food Truck here
3. Nimmies Pastry Cafe
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Craving for some Crombollonis? Nimmies Pastry Cafe is probably your best bet. Set in a mansion between KSL Mall and Taman Sentosa, this cafe is a favourite amongst road trippers and families. Start with the Chicken Cutlet Green Pesto Tagliatelle (RM38/~S$10.83) or Arab Maghreb Shakshouka (RM29/~S$8.27). But save some space for their speciality a.k.a the Crombolloni (From RM20/~S$5.70) which comes in Taro, Nutella, Pistachio Berry, and Kinder Bueno (their newest flavour!).
Into the savoury stuff instead? Check out their Hoe Lemak Croissant (RM16/~S$4.56) or Chili Salted Egg Crab Crossaint (RM18/~S$5.13). Yum!
Address: 171, Jln Beringin, Taman Melodies, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: Daily, 8 AM to 11 PM
YouTrip’s Guide To The Best JB Cafes 2024: Find out more about Nimmies Pastry Cafe here
4. Hidden Garden By The Sea
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In need of a little vitamin sea? Make sure to give Hidden Garden By The Sea a visit – it’s just a 20-minute drive from JB customs! It boasts breathtaking seaside views during the day and warm sunset glows in the evening — talk about golden hour. If you’re in the mood for something a little more hearty, you’ll be glad to know that this post serves up a mean plate of Fusion Seafood Spaghetti (RM42/~S$11.97) and Unagi Dry Ramen Noodle (RM34/~S$9.69). Get a cup of Ocean Breeze Mojito (RM17/~S$4.85) or delicious milkshakes (RM18/~S$5.13) to accompany that ocean view.
Address: MLO, 2387-1, KG, Kampung Teluk Jawa, 81750 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: Daily, 9 AM to 12 AM
YouTrip’s Guide To The Best JB Cafes 2024: Find out more about Hidden Garden By The Sea here
5. Mrs Whó
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Probably the most reviewed option on the list, this crowd-pleaser is no stranger to the cafe scene. Come early to secure your spot because it’s a popular destination for brunch lovers all over town. Favourites include their Fried Chicken Waffles (RM31.90/~S$9.09), the Golden Cheese Sandwich (RM25.90/~S$7.38), any one of their pasta dishes (from RM19.90/~S$5.67), and their exquisite service. End it all on a sweet note with a glass of their Iced Chocolate (RM14/~S$3.99) and you’re golden.
Address: SKS Pavillion, Jalan Storey, Bukit Senyum, 80300 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: Saturday and Sunday, 9 AM to 8 PM, Tuesday to Thursday, 11 AM to 8 PM, Friday, 2 to 8 PM, Closed on Mondays
YouTrip’s Guide To The Best JB Cafes 2024: Find out more about Mrs Whó here
6. Merah Kitchen & Bar
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Reminiscent of Kuala Lumpur’s famous cocktail bar PS150, Merah Kitchen & Bar eludes the same eclectic energy whilst strategically catering to a younger crowd with its retro neon-lit interior. There are a ton of board games, video games, and card games here to help you while away the hours — as well as a myriad of finger foods and alcohol to keep you going. When in doubt, you can’t go wrong with an icy pint of beer and a bucket of fried chicken.
Address: 17, Jalan Ibrahim, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: Tuesday to Sunday, 6 pm to 12 am, closed on Mondays
YouTrip’s Guide To The Best JB Cafes 2024: Find out more about Merah Kitchen & Bar here
7. Palates & Bagels by T.A.M
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Bagels? Check. Just a 10-minute drive away from JB customs? Check. Vintage Instagram-worthy ambience? Check. Get a taste of their signature bagels — the Original (RM6+/~S$1.71+), Parmesan Cheese (RM8+/~S$2.28), and Flavoured (RM7+/~S$2).
Prefer savoury bagels? Try the Dvesh (RM26/~S$7.41) for a bite filled with curry mayo and fried chicken, or Ah Send (RM30/~S$8.55) and satisfy your cheesy egg, caramelised onion with prawn-patty cravings. You want it? They’ve got it.
Address: 10, Jalan Dhoby, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: Daily, 8:30 AM to 6 PM
YouTrip’s Guide To The Best JB Cafes 2024: Find out more about Palates and Bagels here
8. Haru Coffee (하루 커피)
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Need a little pick-me-up? A 15-minute drive away from customs, Haru Coffee is a cosy Korean cafe nestled in Taman Adda Heights serving up rave-worthy scrambled eggs (some say the best in town!) and great coffee. Try their signature creations — the Caramel Biscotti Coffee (RM18/~S$5.13) and Dalgona Latte (from RM14/~S$3.99) that’s topped with honeycomb candy and expresso on the side.
Other must-haves include their Blueberry Danish (RM7+/~S$2), Haru Breakfast (RM34/~S$9.69), Sea Salt Genmaicha Latte (RM14/~S$3.99), and surprisingly enough, the Mozerella Corn Dog (RM12.90/~S$3.68).
Address: 48, Jalan Adda 7, Taman Adda Heights, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening Hours: Daily, 8 AM to 10 PM
YouTrip’s Guide To The Best JB Cafes 2024: Find out more about Haru Coffee here
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