11 Cafés & Restaurants at APW Bangsar Worth Visiting
A Place Where you eat
From cosy coffee corners to gourmet pizza parlours, these cafés and restaurants at APW Bangsar are worth the visit.
Short for A Place Where, APW is a commercial printing factory turned creative multifunctional space situated in Bangsar with a rich history behind it. The space, formerly known as Art Printing Works before it was retitled to its current name, was first established in 1952. When the inevitable demise of print took place, APW was given new life through an eclectic mix of restaurants, cafés, and watering holes over the past few years.
Today, the space is is known as a creative campus commonly used for weekend bazaars and exclusive pop-ups where the arts, culture, business, and technology converge. More importantly, it has become a staple meeting place for urbanites in KL looking to dine, hang out, or who are in search of a nightcap. Ahead, we’ve rounded up 13 cafés and restaurants at APW Bangsar you should add to your foodie checklist.
THE COACH COFFEE SHOP
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Although The Coach Coffee Shop already has four outlets across Malaysia, the APW branch is by far the largest in the world. It’s a great pit stop for a refreshing lemonade or caffeine fix, with a wide range of coffee options to pair with decadent pastries and deli-style sandwiches. A must-try is their ice creams, available in a cup or a house-made Coach cone stamped with their signature monogram, with inventive flavours like peanut butter & jelly, key lime pie, and pepperoni pizza to choose from.
Opening hours: 10am to 7pm (Tuesday to Sunday)
BASK
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Brought to you by The Tokyo Restaurant, Bask is a charming café best known for its creamy Basque burnt cheesecake, available in three signature flavours: original, yuri matcha, and chocolate. The café itself is chic yet cosy, with dark wood tones contrasted by jungle green walls and cool-toned tiles. Beyond its cheesecakes, Bask also offers Shu Creme, a golden choux pastry filled with velvety cream, a selection of ice creams and sorbets, a variety of Japanese teas, and coffee.
Opening hours: 11am to 9pm (closed on Mondays)
Contact: WhatsApp +6012 678 2360
BREAKFAST THIEVES
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One of the first dining joints that helped put APW on the map as a cool hangout spot is Breakfast Thieves. Originally founded in Melbourne, Australia in 2012 by three Malaysians, the café brings a taste of Aussie brunch to Kuala Lumpur, with many dishes infused with Asian influence. Housed in a bright, airy glasshouse, it’s the perfect spot to enjoy breakfast, lunch, or dinner so you can drop by any time of the day.
Opening hours: 9am to 10pm (daily)
Contact: Call +603 2201 8829
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HOT BUNS CO.
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If you’re after burgers that pack a punch and dishes made for sharing, Hot Buns Co. is your new go-to diner. Their juicy beef patties come with inventive fillings like bone marrow butter and whipped cream cheese with jalapeño, creating flavourful combinations. Beyond burgers, the menu also features small plates such as crispy chilli oil burrata and seasoned corn ribs, alongside hearty mains for sharing like mala lamb ribs. And no visit is complete without their buttermilk pancakes drizzled with maple-soy glaze, which are truly some of the best around.
Opening hours: 12pm to 10pm (Wednesday & Thursday) | 12pm to 12am (Friday) | 9am to 12am (Saturday & Sunday) | Closed on Monday & Tuesday
Contact: Call +6014 963 3638
THE TOKYO RAMEN
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For anyone who lives for ramen, this might just be your next fixation! With its second branch now at APW Bangsar, The Tokyo Ramen is a must-visit for comforting bowls of pork-free ramen, crafted by Muslim Japanese chef Masaki Arakawa. A standout is the shio ramen, which features springy noodles in a slow-cooked chicken broth, enriched with kombu, shiitake mushrooms, dried seafood, and chicken slices.
Opening hours: 12pm to 9pm (Closed on Monday)
UNWINED KL
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Whether you’re stopping by for an afternoon pick-me-up or winding down with drinks after dinner, Unwined KL boasts over 200 wine labels to choose from so you can try something new with every visit. Don’t fret if you’re not sure where to start—the team is always on hand to guide you through your preferences and help you discover bottles suited to your palate. With its laid-back, easygoing environment, it’s an ideal spot to sip and catch up with friends over a glass (or two). Find out more about the wines they offer here.
Contact: Email [email protected]
BOU
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Claypot rice is the ultimate comfort food, and BOU puts a Hong Kong-style spin on the classic. A standout here is the Three Heavenly Kings, a loaded combination of goose liver sausage, lap cheong, pork salami, shiitake mushrooms, pork lard, and seasonal vegetables atop fragrant jasmine rice, finished with their house blend dark soy sauce and free-flow condiments. There are also non-pork options available, such as the Mala XO Spicy Chicken and the BOU Burger Special Cheese with juicy beef patties. You’ll find yourself scraping the bottom of the pot for that crispy, caramelised layer, because if you’re not, are you even eating it right?
Opening hours: 5pm to 10.30pm (Wednesday to Friday, Sunday) | 12pm to 2.30pm (Saturday) | Close on Monday and Tuesday
Contact: Call +6012 280 2964
GRANO PASTA BAR + WINE APW
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Pasta is one of the most satisfying comfort foods out there, and it just so happens that Grano Pasta Bar serves theirs freshly handmade. At Grano, one can expect a variety of classic Italian pasta dishes elevated with a modern twist, alongside a good selection of sides, salads, and desserts. Pair your delicious pastas with vino from Grano’s extensive wine menu for a match made in heaven!
Opening hours: 12pm to 2.30pm & 5.30pm to 10.30pm (Tuesday to Friday) | 12pm to 10.30pm (Saturday to Sunday) | Closed on Monday
Contact: Call +603 2201 3613
PROOF PIZZA + WINE
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The sister restaurant to Grano Pasta Bar, Proof Pizza + Wine specialises in authentic wood-fired pizzas on a sourdough base. Ranked Malaysia’s top pizzeria for the fifth consecutive year, it offers a selection of gourmet pizzas that pair beautifully with its curated wine list, crafted from some of the finest Italian and Spanish ingredients. A crowd favourite is the Umbrian Black Truffle Pizza, but the restaurant also features a standout flavour each month, so be sure to check what’s new!
Opening hours: Call +603 2201 3613
Contact: 12pm to 2.30pm & 5.30pm to 10.30pm (Tuesday to Friday) | 12pm to 10.30pm (Saturday to Sunday) | Closed on Monday
PULP
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Pulp is considered an OG among Kuala Lumpur’s coffee house scene and is run by the team behind Papa Palheta in Singapore. Housed in what used to be the cutting room of APW, PULP’s industrial space is flooded with natural sunlight, perfect for snapping photos with flattering lighting. Here, you can sip on a cuppa or a specialty matcha for a quick caffeine fix, tuck into both local and Western dishes, or indulge in a variety of flaky pastries. PULP also supplies coffee beans to other cafés around the city and is highly recommended for its brews, so you know you’re getting the good stuff.
Opening hours: 7.30am to 6.30pm (Sunday to Thursday) | 7.30am to 9.30pm (Friday to Saturday)
Contact: WhatsApp +6010 388 2901
OLIVIA DELI
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Featuring Southern European fare inspired by Spain and Portugal, Olivia Deli is both a deli shop and restaurant, complete with a casual outdoor dining area that radiates a warm, homey energy. Highlights include its paellas, cold cuts, and cheese boards, a variety of tapas, and daily specials crafted based on the freshest ingredients. And of course, ordering a jug of sangria while you’re there is non-negotiable.
Opening hours: 11am to 12am (Tuesday to Sunday)
Contact: WhatsApp +6012 911 2537
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