Johor Bahru Cafe: 15 Best Cafes Must Visit in Johor Bahru
Meet up with your friend at Johor Bahru Cafe as your weekend getaway! It is not necessary to spend time abroad to rest your thoughts. Enjoy great food and relax with a nice drink at one of Johor Bahru’s top cafes.
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The best cafe in Johor Bahru is numerous, offering a calming environment and attractive options. Now that Malaysia’s borders are open! Thus, this coming Friday and Saturday (Fri Sat) would be a good time to visit for some quality time. Let’s explore together with SGMYTAXI Company’s 15 best cafe in JB you must visit!
- Offee Cafe
- 80000 By Fam
- Flowers in the Window
- Keijometo
- Rabbit Softserve & Gelato JB
- Soil JB
- Shiba Cafe (Reservation required)
- D’ Cafe
- Bee Hive . The Place To Bee
- Forever Twenty Cafe
- The FOUNDERS Cafe
- Caribbean Juice Bar
- Space Cafe
- Grumpy Goat & Friends Forest Feast Cafe
- Rainforest Tree House Cafe 雨林树屋咖啡馆
1. Offee Cafe
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Offee Cafe is a visually appealing double-story cafe on Jalan Dhoby. Located 10 minutes’ drive distance from Johor Bahru’s checkpoint. This Johor Bahru cafe features specialty coffee in an Insta-worthy atmosphere. Undoubtedly, Offee Cafe is perfect for weekends and relaxing experiences.
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Besides, the ground level provides ample seating, with steel dining tables and quirky seating for a relaxed afternoon. In addition, you can also take a seat at the coffee bar to observe how the cafe’s baristas prepared the beverages. Also, the second floor offers a loft-style dining space with a glass sunroof. Moreover, there is outdoor seating available in front of this cafe Johor Bahru, too!
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Besides that, Offee offers specialty coffee drinks, flaky pastries, and sweets. Including caffeine-free options like Apple Cucumber Lime and Watermelon Strawberry Lemon. They also offer cakes like Pain Au Chocolate and Berries tiramisu and etc. Also, a highlight of them is their opening hours daily from 8 am to 12 midnight!
Additional Information:
Address: 30, Jalan Dhoby Bandar Johor Bahru 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 8:00 am to 12:00 am (Mon-Sun)
Website: Offee Cafe
2. 80000 By Fam
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80000 By Fam is a famous breakfast and brunch restaurant in JB offering Western and Nanyang fusion cuisine. Located at Jalan Tan Hiok Nee in Johor Bahru. The antique building’s unique construction creates a tranquil and pleasant atmosphere. It’s JB’s best cafe for you to have a cafe hopping.
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In addition, this Johor Bahru cafe provides the ideal setting for chats over a meal. The cafe features turquoise tiled walls, artists’ works, a cozy second-floor corner, and soft jazz music in the background. Of course, they offer delicious meals, too!
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Furthermore, their menu showcases many delightful options. Such as breakfast platters, pasta, smoothie bowls, pizza, and other Western dishes. Plus, Ohaiyo Mee Goreng Pattaya and Malaysia’s Bowl are also worth a try. For a sweet treat, they offer crispy, thick ‘Croffle’ waffles, and a wide variety of beverages are also available.
Additional Information:
Address: 36, Jalan Tan Hiok Nee, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (Mon-Sun) & Closed on Wednesdays
Website: 80000 By Fam
3. Flowers in the Window
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Flowers in the Window is a charming garden-themed cafe in the center of JB. And it is only a 10-minute leisure stroll from JB Customs. This JB cafe is popular among locals and tourists, especially its unique dining experience and nutritious cuisine. It is also another popular cafe among Instagram food bloggers.
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Moreover, the cafe features a beautiful garden with lush plants, see-through tables, and unique door handles. The second level has cozy sofas in earthy tones, perfect for big groups, with a panoramic view of the indoor plants.
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Furthermore, the cafe’s botanical gardens create a natural vibe. Besides, this cafe JB offers a wide selection of food. Including rice bowls, pastas, pizzas in Japanese modernist style, and beverages. Also, both caffeinated and non-caffeinated are available.
Additional Information:
Address: 9, Jalan Dhoby, Bandar Johor Bahru, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 9:00 am to 3:00 pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
Contact Number: +60 7 222 7489
Website: Flowers in the Window
4. Keijometo
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Keijometo is one of the popular cafes in Johor Bahru. It focuses on simplicity and elegance. Its minimalist aesthetic is breathtakingly beautiful, inviting visitors to truly slow down and enjoy the ambiance.
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Besides, this cafe Johor Bahru is at Jalan Chengai, near to Mid Valley Southkey. At Keijomto JB, there is an old piano stand in the gravel, an assortment of plants, an analog TV, and more. And apart from the unusual decor, the cafe also serves up flavourful classic Japanese delights that will tantalize your tastebuds.
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Furthermore, Keijometo offers a range of Japanese favorites like sando (Japanese sandwiches), donburi (rice bowls), and mixed udon dishes. To cap off your visit here, make sure to try their range of refreshing matcha iced lattes and teas as well! As a reminder, they do not serve mains between 2:30 pm to 5:00 pm.
Additional Information:
Address: 3, Jalan Chengai Taman Melodies 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 11:00 am to 7:00 pm (Closed on Mondays)
Contact Number: +60 7 331 1825
Website: Keijometo
5. Rabbit Softserve & Gelato JB
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Sometimes when you are full, you always want to have another dessert. This Rabbit Softserve located at Sentosa beside Ah Koon is the editor’s favorite corner to visit. This well-liked Penang ice cream brand has been here for nearly 2 years. And they change at least one ice cream flavor weekly.
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Moreover, this charming ice cream spot offers a variety of delightful gelato. Flavors range from Uji hojicha, late winter strawberry, Belgian dark cocoa, creamy avocado, watermelon, etc. Each day brings freshly made gelato!
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Furthermore, this dessert has a smoother texture than usual. Especially, it has a strong milk flavor. Furthermore, the store also offers a variety of original special coffee and desserts. Including Swiss rolls with poached eggs, cheesecakes, waffles, etc.
Additional Information:
Address: 254, Jalan Sutera, Taman Sentosa, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 11:30 am to 7:00 pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
Contact Number: +60 12 566 9733
Website: Rabbit Softserve & Gelato JB
6. Soil JB
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Soil is another cafe recommendation in JB. Located just a stone’s throw from Eco Spring, it combines modern industrial architecture with fairytale cottage vibes. Its decor is perfect to snap an Instagrammable photo and post it on social media!
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Once inside, the cafe’s space is open and airy, with multiple windows letting in natural light. Mirroring its exterior, Soil’s indoor decor blends industrial, minimalist elements with natural touches through indoor planting pockets. Besides its welcoming dining area, there are also seats in the cafe’s garden space.
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Moreover, this cafe not only provides beverages and cuisines but also serves numerous baked goods prepared by The Atlas Bakery. The croissant is just excellent! Not only that, but it also provides creme brulee tart for dessert.
Additional Information:
Address: Unit SL009, Spring Lab, Lot A GF, Jalan Ekoflora Utama Taman Ekoflora 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 9:00 am to 6:00 pm (Closed on Tuesdays)
Contact Number: +60 17 392 1148
Website: Soil JB
7. Shiba Cafe (Reservation required)
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Shi-Ba Cafe is Malaysia’s first Shiba Inu cafe, located on Mount Austin, about a half-hour drive from the causeway. If you’re planning a vacation to Johor Bahru soon, be sure to stop by and say hello to the dogs!
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You may not only play with the resident dogs but also allow bring your own furry children! Besides, there are some dog treats available there, too. In Shi Ba Cafe, there is also offer a human menu for drinks and desserts!
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Remember, if you’re planning to visit Shi Ba Cafe, you need to reserve a spot at least a day in advance. It’s a trendy place for dog lovers!
Additional Information:
Address: No 01, Mount Austin, 12, Jalan Austin Heights 8/4, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 10:00 am to 3:00 pm,4:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Opens Daily)
Contact Number: +60 19 960 1040
Website: Shiba Cafe (Reservation required)
8. D’ Cafe
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D’ Cafe is a famous cafe in Tebrau Johor Bahru. It offers a warm, lively atmosphere with stylish decor. Especially, its modern, yet rustic design makes it a pleasant spot to dine and chat. Also, natural light floods in from the large windows and skylight.
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In addition, the menu blends Western and Asian cuisines. Such as Sally on the Beach (Salmon fried rice), King’s Breakfast, burger, pizza, and pasta. Also, you can find the most popular Malaysian dish, Nasi Lemak! Besides, the servings are big and the presentation is stunning!
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Furthermore, you must order their Muddy Chocolate for your after-meal dessert. It resembles a plant, but it’s actually a chocolate cake! Also, they serve an extensive menu of its beverages. From coffee and tea to refreshing juice and sparkling.
Additional Information:
Address: 9, Jalan Kelewang, Taman Sri Tebrau, 80050 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 10:00 am to 7:00 pm (Mon-Sun)
Contact Number: +60 7 332 3311
Website: D’ Cafe
9. Bee Hive . The Place To Bee
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Bee Hive Cafe Johor Bahru, known as “The Place To Bee”. It is a lively cafe with bee-themed decorations. This friendly cafe provides a fun dining experience, perfect for hanging out with friends or working in an inspiring setting.
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In this cafe, they use honey instead of sugar and syrup to create a variety of delicious drinks and foods. These include honey milkshakes, fragrant teas, sodas, waffles, and cakes. Therefore, this allows everyone to enjoy the refreshing taste of natural honey in all their sweet treats. For those looking to try something new, there are interesting alternatives like honey brew and honey pizza.
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Furthermore, their honey cake is the crowd’s favorite dessert. This honey cake features with bee’s decoration and the cake layers are bee’s colors. It looks cute and delicious. Also, it has Biscoff crunch served with cake, making it flavorful!
Additional Information:
Address: Block F-02-07 Komersil Southkey Mozek, Persiaran Southkey 1, Kota Southkey, Southkey, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 11:00 am to 8:00 pm (Closed on Wednesdays)
Contact Number: +60 17 233 2988
Website: Bee Hive . The Place To Bee
10. Forever Twenty Cafe
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Forever Twenty Cafe in Johor Bahru is a chic cafe that captures the vibe of young adult life. Besides, its modern design makes it a comfortable and welcoming place for all ages. This Johor Bahru cafe serves a mix of classic meals and handicraft activities.
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In addition, Forever Twenty Cafe features a kawaii pretty piny theme. Of course, girls will definitely like this vibe and decor. For handcraft activities, you can have a charming and distinctive DIY activity by joining a toast jamming session. So you can creatively use two slices of white toast instead of a canvas.
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Furthermore, this chic cafe JB also serves some pastries and freshly made baked goods! If you don’t want to eat bread, they have fries and nuggets, as well as a small drinks menu. It is undoubtedly a perfect getaway for girls and families with kids to hang out. Kindly remind here, you may reserve at least 1 day in advance.
Additional Information:
Address: 22, Jalan Harmonium 35/2, Taman Desa Tebrau, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 11:00 am to 6:30 pm (Closed on Wednesdays)
Contact Number: +60 12 293 2172
Website: Forever Twenty Cafe
11. The FOUNDERS Cafe
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The Founders Cafe is the most popular Johor Bahru cafe. Located in the industrial area, of Kawasan Perindustrian Tebrau. This charming cafe serves a wide range of Western cuisines and desserts. It is a great destination for grabbing a meal after busy work.
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Besides, the decor of the cafe was beautiful with its 6-7 meter high ceiling featuring an industrial design. This creates a spacious and comfortable atmosphere for diners. At The FOUNDERS Cafe Johor Bahru, there is two separate dining area. The wall separating these sections is quite unusual, since it almost looks like it’s falling down.
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Furthermore, their main course menu caters to healthy and hearty meals. Highly recommended to try their bagel series, especially Aussie Beef Bagel. It serves in generous and plenty of ingredients. Such as a beef patty, potato hash brown, caramelized onions, and cheddar cheese topped with homemade sesame BBQ sauce.
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In addition, there are also beverage and snack menus available, too! Undoubtful, this Johor Bahru cafe is a perfect destination for grabbing a hearty meal.
Additional Information:
Address: Tiong Nam Tebrau, 45, Jln Tiong Emas, Kawasan Perindustrian Tebrau, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 9:00 am to 10:00 pm (Mon-Sun)
Contact Number: +60 7 369 9101
Website: The FOUNDERS Cafe
12. Caribbean Juice Bar
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Caribbean Juice Bar is a waterfront juice bar located in a repurposed shipping container at Puteri Harbour. The bar offers a tropical menu with beverages, mocktails, and food. In addition, there is a panoramic sea view there!
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Besides, this juice bar JB shows that a used container can have a stylish. It features a boho look with a straw canopy and sea-themed decorations. Also, the cafe JB features modern wood furniture and floors. As a local business, they support zero-waste, using eco-friendly takeout bowls and utensils without plastic.
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Furthermore, the founders of the juice bar believe in cruelty-free and organic cuisine. Therefore, everything on the menu is vegan-friendly, with no extra artificial ingredients or chemicals. All in all, Caribbean Juice Bar will make you feel like you’re in a beach bar in Miami.
Additional Information:
Address: Sandy Beach, Puteri Harbour, 79100 Iskandar Puteri, Johor.
Operation Hours (Weekday): 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm (Closed on Thursdays)
Operation Hours (Weekend): 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm (Fri & Sun) & 3:00 pm to 12:00 am (Sat)
Website: Caribbean Juice Bar
13. Space Cafe
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The Space Cafe, found at the Holiday Villa Johor Bahru City Centre Hotel. It is a cool secret place with a future-like look because of its round shapes, metal chairs, and tables. You can get there in just 15 minutes by car from JB customs.
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The clean and minimalist cafe offers a diverse coffee selection. Including the Caramel Biscotti Coffee with honeycomb candy, and the Orange Americano. A creamy and pleasant beverage brewed with a house-made cold brew. Both of these are highly recommended.
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For a quick bite, go to the counter’s glass case to choose from a modest variety of freshly made pastries. We highly recommend the Blueberry Danish, which tasted just as good as it looked. Also, you may choose the Viennois Red Bean Butter instead.
Additional Information:
Address: G-11, Holiday Villa, 260, Jalan Dato Sulaiman, Taman Abad, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor.
Operation Hours: 8:00 am to 11:00 pm (Mon-Sun)
Contact Number: +60 11 7009 9730
Website: Space Cafe
14. Grumpy Goat & Friends Forest Feast Cafe
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Grumpy goat friends is one of the best cafes in Johor Bahru located at Seri Alam. They are also home to one of the best multi-cuisine places in Johor Bahru. Grumpy Goat & Friends offers a break from the usual fusion menu by serving Western and Modern Asian dishes with a twist.
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A chic two-story glasshouse with a big cabin-like interior. You’ll adore the atmosphere of their room, which features a rustic timber décor, comfortable armchairs, and a sprinkle of green plants.
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Grumpy Goat & Friends is a specialized coffee establishment, not your usual coffee shop. Their lattes include tastefully painted coffee art, and bottles of their famed cold brew are available for purchase.
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Furthermore, the menu focused on their inventive twist on Western fare, with a variety of pasta, main courses, soups, and desserts. There were also vegetarian options, such as baked ratatouille and potato cakes! As a result, it’s also an excellent choice for vegetarians.
Additional Information:
Address: Gravity Green, 02, Jln Suria Bandar Baru Seri Alam, 81750 Masai Johor Malaysia.
Operation Hours: 10:30 am to 11:00 pm (Mon-Sun)
Contact Number: +60 17 891 1366
Website: Grumpy Goat & Friends Forest Feast Cafe
15. Rainforest Tree House Cafe 雨林树屋咖啡馆
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If you’re looking for a way to escape the city, this treehouse may be just what you’re looking for! Located in Gunung Pulai Recreational Forest, which is only a 30-minute drive from Johor Bahru.
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In addition, each floor features hanging net beds and floor cushions. Of course, no treehouse is complete without a swing, so kids and the young at heart may look forward to something.
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Rainforest Tree House Cafe offers a sophisticated Singapore menu with Western cuisine, dessert, and coffee at half the price. Another cool thing about the Rainforest Tree House Cafe is that they cook their bread in a traditional rock oven. So you can look forward to some Wood Fire Bread with some tasty dips. Firewood-roasted chicken is also available during certain times of the year.
Additional Information:
Address: 25, Jalan air terjun, Kg Sri Gunung Pulai, 81000 Kulai, Johor.
Operation Hours: 9:00 am to 3:30 pm (Closed on Mondays)
Operation Hours (Weekend): 9:00 am to 3:30 pm,6:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Fri) & 9:00 am to 4:30 pm,6:00 pm to 9:00 pm (Sun & Sat)
Contact: +60 11 6203 0258
Website: Rainforest Tree House Cafe 雨林树屋咖啡馆
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