Tired of your local cafes and looking to explore something new? Or perhaps you are just an avid cafe hopper? Either way, here are some of our favourite cafes you should definitely try out if you ever do stop by Ipoh!
1) Bougainvillea City Cafe
With its instantly recognizable yellow walls and nostalgic murals, this cafe offers many mouth watering gourmet dishes in a homely setting. Opened in late 2013 by a chef that was trained at Le Cordon Bleu, this is a must try for food lovers who are in Ipoh.
Address: 21, Jalan Lau Ek Ching, Ipoh, Perak (Opposite Bricks and Barrels)
Tel: 05-2412500
Operating Hours: 12pm -10pm. Closed on Tuesdays.
2) Burps and Giggles
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For those from Ipoh, this is a cafe that needs no introduction. Opened in September 2012 by Dexter Song, whose mom Julie is the brainchild behind the Indulgence and Allegra, this cafe has satisfied the palates of many with its innovative cuisine. It is also famed for its Bam-Bam Burger which consists of a wagyu beef pattie.
Address: 93 and 95, Jalan Sultan Yussuf, 30000, Ipoh, Perak
Tel: 05-2426188
Operating Hours : 8am – 8pm. Closed on Tuesdays
3) Buku Tiga Lima
Buku Tiga Lima is located right beside Burps and Giggles and under their management as well. There are no signboards indicating its presence, only an aged sign outside showing that it used be a tailor. So if you’ve just had a satisfying meal at B&G and like something sweet, have a look at their selection. They have sweet and savory crepes, bagels and churros for you to choose from.
Address: 93 and 95, Jalan Sultan Yussuf, 30000, Ipoh, Perak
Tel: 05-2426188
Operating Hours : 8am – 8pm. Closed on Tuesdays
4) Missing Marbles
If you were to drive by Jalan Sultan Yussuf, you may be forgiven for thinking that the shop with a couple of spectacles on the yellow signboard is an optometrist. If you were to pay closer attention, you might find a small unassuming sign hanging by the pillar giving you a clue as to what’s really inside. Missing Marbles, also under the management of Burps and Giggles, boasts a more Asian theme with offerings like ramen, mee siam and rojak.
Address: 99, Jalan Sultan Yussuf, 30000, Ipoh, Perak
Continuing with cafes in Old Town, the Roquette cafe is right next to Missing Marbles. It is unique in that it is both a cafe and a DAP service centre. They are well known for their wide array of desserts and coffee, including kopi luwak.
Address: 101, Jalan Sultan Yussuf, 30000, Ipoh, Perak
Tel: 05-2412616
Operating Hours: 10am – 6pm. Closed on Mondays.
6) Cafe de Eight
Cafe de Eight takes some effort to hunt for – it’s located in a back lane away from the main street in Ipoh Old Town. Opened in early 2014, they are known for their desserts and burgers. If you’re from out of town, feel free to send a postcard from the cafe too.
Address: 8, Jalan Koo Chong Kong, 30000, Ipoh, Perak.
Tel: 05-2412758
Operating Hours: 12-10pm. Closed on Thursdays.
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7) Patisserie Boutique
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If it is not already obvious from the moment you walked in Patisserie Boutique, this is a Parisian themed cafe. They specialize in desserts so go check them out in Ipoh Old Town for your sugar fix! They do serve other savory dishes too which is equally as great as their pastries.
Address: 103, Jalan Sultan Yussuf, 30000, Ipoh, Perak
Tel: 05-2411385
Operating Hours: 11am – 6pm. Closed on Wednesdays.
8. Jose & Deli @ French Hotel
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This trendy cafe is located on the 1st floor of French Hotel along Cockman Street, Ipoh. They offer several western style dishes, in addition to fusion food, pasta, sandwiches and many more. One of their dishes worth mentioning is their mouth-watering Big Breakfast.
Being a boutique hotel, this place also offers dinnerware, home accessories, home decor and even fashion accessories aside from their amazing food.
Address: 60-62, Jalan Dato Onn Jaafar, 30300 Ipoh, Perak
Tel: 05-2413712
Operating hours: 8am to 10pm
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