Can I work here for hours?

Yes. Reviewers report using it for 2-hour sessions and meetings; WiFi is fast and staff are welcoming as long as you order food or drinks.

What coffee should I order?

Filter coffee using single-origin beans (Rwanda, etc.) is recommended. Request Eugene for latte art if you want a fancy drink.

What time does it close?

The cafe closes at 8:30 pm (last call 8 pm). Open 7 days a week.

Empty Cup Coffee Roastery

Updated 2026-07-05 · 2,092 reviewed · 280 listed · Scored from 512 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.3(512) 78 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified moderate

Specialty CoffeeBrunch & All-Day BreakfastDessert & Bakery CafesAesthetic / Instagrammable CafesPet-Friendly CafesWorkspace / Study-Friendly CafesHalal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes

Price: moderate
Services: Specialty Coffee, Brunch & All-Day Breakfast, Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Reviews: 512

What recent reviews say

The roastery earns consistent praise for its specialty coffee, latte art, and spacious layout ideal for working or lingering. Staff like Eugene and Alicia are frequently named for their helpfulness. Food runs to fresh, thoughtfully prepared items (filter coffee with single-origin beans, steamed breakfast, grilled salads, prawns). The main friction points are sporadic: dirty restrooms, sluggish service on some visits, and a couple of delivery orders that arrived tainted by packaging smell. Location visibility is low despite quality offerings.

Pricing sits in the moderate to high range (aglio aglio at RM25, mint mojito at RM17). The workspace angle is real: many reviewers stay hours for meetings, and WiFi is fast enough to support that. A peaceful weekday visit contrasts sharply with reports of noisy staff banter on busier days.

Praised for

specialty coffee with latte art
spacious, comfortable work environment
friendly, attentive staff
quality food offerings (grilled salads, steamed breakfast)
welcoming atmosphere

Watch-outs

poor restroom cleanliness and maintenance
inconsistent service and staff inattention
quality issues with delivery orders (packaging/taste)
noisy staff conversations

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Best for: Professionals and freelancers seeking a long-stay work venue with quality coffee and reliable WiFi.

Think twice if: Restroom cleanliness is inconsistent, and delivery orders may taste of packaging; phone orders via Shopee show quality gaps.

Strengths

single-origin filter coffee and specialty espresso drinks
skilled baristas (latte art), spacious layout ideal for remote work
fresh, health-conscious food menu
strong WiFi and welcoming team

Worth knowing

Barista Eugene specialises in latte art
Staff member Alicia noted for good service
Single-origin coffee beans from multiple roasters displayed in-store
Dishes include grilled chicken salad, steamed breakfast options, aglio aglio, teriyaki pork ribs rice
Location on first floor of corner shoplot in Kinrara

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee: Single-origin filter coffee and espresso drinks deliver; latte art is consistently praised and barista Eugene is skilled.
Brunch & All-Day Breakfast: Steamed breakfast and grilled chicken salad are highlights; food is fresh and health-conscious but prices are on the higher end.
Workspace / Study-Friendly Cafes: Spacious layout, fast WiFi, and quiet weekday ambiance make it ideal for work; staff welcome long stays if you order regularly.
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes: Bags of single-origin coffee beans on display, skilled latte art, and comfortable seating appeal to Instagram-minded visitors.

How it compares

Rated 4.3 against a 4.3 average across the 236 specialty coffee businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 84% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method

Star rating 53

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 64

Profile completeness 100

Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I work here for hours?: Yes. Reviewers report using it for 2-hour sessions and meetings; WiFi is fast and staff are welcoming as long as you order food or drinks.
What coffee should I order?: Filter coffee using single-origin beans (Rwanda, etc.) is recommended. Request Eugene for latte art if you want a fancy drink.
What time does it close?: The cafe closes at 8:30 pm (last call 8 pm). Open 7 days a week.

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