Our Guide to the Best Bagels Around KL & PJ For Your Next Carb Fix
A “hole” lotta love
Our picks of the best bagels around KL and PJ, where you can satisfy all your hole-y cravings.
Once a beloved New York staple, bagels have crossed oceans to become a well-loved form of bread all over the world. Cafés and bakeries around the Klang Valley are putting their own creative spin on classic recipes with house-made spreads, savoury fillings, and gourmet toppings.
No longer just a breakfast food, bagels have found their place as a hearty brunch option or a quick midday snack. Whether you’re in the mood for a simple bagel with cream cheese or a fully-loaded sandwich, these versatile treats are the perfect way to nourish your appetite. In this guide, we show you where you can get your hands on the best bagels around KL and PJ.
1. BAKED BY KENNY HILLS BAKERS
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Joining the growing bagel scene is Baked by Kenny Hills Bakers, home to the brand’s very first dedicated bagel bar. Known for its commitment to quality bakes, this new venture offers a tempting variety of bagel options like smoked salmon, truffle mushroom, spicy salami, and smoked chicken all served on your choice of bagel and cream cheese. You’ll also find Kenny Hills’ signature offerings including buttery croissants, indulgent cakes, flaky pastries, fresh brews, and hearty all-day breakfasts. With plenty of seating available, it’s a welcoming spot for dining in or grabbing something to go.
Address: Menara UOA, Bangsar
Opening hours: 7am to 10pm (daily)
Contact: Call +6012 487 2320 | Email [email protected]
2. 36 DEGREE BAKEHOUSE
Initially a home-based business, 36 Degree Bakehouse has since grown into one of KL’s must-visit spots for artisanal bakes. It’s best known for its inventive bagel flavours, with standouts like genmaicha cream cheese, pistachio raspberry, charcoal taro floss, and earl grey yuzu offering a creative twist on tradition. Beyond bagels, the menu features fresh bakes like sourdough, soft pretzels, and fluffy focaccia. While they now operate a permanent storefront, you’ll still find them making appearances at weekend bazaars and pop-ups across the Klang Valley, so keep an eye on their socials for updates!
Address: A83, Jalan Tuanku 2, Taman Salak South, 57100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 10am to 4pm (closed on Thursday)
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3. FRONT ROOM & THE KNEADY BAKER
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A beloved café in Taman Desa, Front Room & The Kneady Baker is where New York-style bagels take on a distinctly local twist. Each one strikes the ideal balance between chewy and crisp, with signature flavours like poppyseed, garlic, French onion, jalapeño, and sourdough providing a solid base for your choice of fillings. While there’s plenty to mix and match, a crowd pleaser is the siew yuk bagel sandwich featuring crispy roast pork, peppery rocket, and a drizzle of honey mustard for a savoury, spicy and sweet combination.
Address: 16-1, Jalan 1/109E, Desa Business Park, Taman Desa, Old Klang Road, 58100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9.30pm to 5pm (closed on Monday and Tuesday)
Contact: Call +6012 308 6555
4. KONA BAKEHOUSE
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Kona Bakehouse brings a refined, Japanese-inspired take on the humble bagel. Neatly sized and delicately textured, their bagels pair well with house-made cream cheese spreads that range from savoury to zesty. Torn between flavours? Go for their Artisan Bagel Set, which features five different varieties so you can sample a bit of everything. With limited quantities available daily, we recommend calling ahead to pre-order or heading over early to snag your top picks.
Address: 49, Jalan SS2/30, SS2, 47300 Petaling Jaya
Opening hours: 8am to 5pm (daily)
Contact: WhatsApp +6016 200 5541
5. GRUMPY BAGELS
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Among the frontrunners in the bagel scene is Grumpy Bagels, renowned for its handmade goods that hit the sweet spot between flavour and texture. Founded by Claire Tan, this cosy bakery café near The Exchange TRX went viral on social media in 2024 thanks to its impressive array of bagel options. Must-tries include the matcha red bean mochi, garlic cream cheese, triple chocolate, and sesame bagels. Be sure to drop by early because bagels this good come with a queue, especially on weekends!
Address: 8, Jalan Kamuning, Off Jalan Imbi, 55100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9am to 5pm (daily)
Contact: Call +6011 1113 4985 | Email [email protected]
6. PARK’S BAGELS
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With four outlets across the Klang Valley, Park’s Bagels is a must-visit for anyone who loves a classic bagel and spread. Take your pick from savoury schmears including basil tomato, smoked chicken ham, jalapeño, and spring onion. For something sweet, try pairing the blueberry or cranberry bagels with maple walnut, earl grey, pistachio, or mixed berries cream cheese. Their selection of bagel sandwiches is also the perfect choice for a more filling meal.
Address: Locations at One Utama, Pavilion Bukit Jalil, 1 Mont Kiara, and IOI Mall Damansara
Opening hours: 10am to 10pm (daily)
7. BAGELHAUS BY SEOULITE
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If you’re a fan of Korean-style bagels, make your way to Bagelhaus by Seoulite in PJ. On its menu is a selection of soft, chewy bagels and eight unique cream cheese flavours for endless combinations. Crowd favourite pairings include the sea salt chocolate bagel with tiramisu cream cheese, the golden garlic bagel with spicy scallion and beef bacon cream cheese, and the cranberry cinnamon bagel with maple pecan cream cheese. BURO Tip: Pick up some extras and freeze them for up to a month, so you can enjoy your bagels whenever the craving hits!
Address: Lot G-10 & 11 Ground Floor, Megan Rise Mall, Jalan SS 24/11, Taman Megah, 47301 Selangor
Opening hours: 10am to 10pm (daily)
8. CHRISTINE’S BAKERY
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Christine’s Bakery has made its mark as the go-to brunch spot for loaded bagel sandwiches. Among its bestsellers is the ‘Surf’, a generous combination of homemade cured salmon, cucumber cream cheese, roasted tomato, capers, and garden greens. Meat lovers can opt for the ‘Texas Burger’ piled with Australian Wagyu beef patty, crispy tempura onion rings, cheddar cheese, and smoky BBQ aioli. With most outlets located in major malls, it’s a great place to fuel up between shopping sprees.
Address: Find the full list of locations here
Contact: Email [email protected]
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9. ESTELLE BAGEL
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For bagels with a touch of finesse, Estelle Bagel in KL is the place to be. A standout is the hand-rolled pretzel bagel with a buttery crust and fluffy centre that pairs well with spring onion cream cheese. If you’re in the mood for a breakfast that will kickstart your morning, try the ‘All Day Patty’ served with a sunny-side-up egg, chicken patty, beef bacon, hashbrown, and house-made spicy mayo, all sandwiched between two toasted plain bagels.
Address: G-3A, Trion, Jalan Dua, Chan Sow Lin, 55200 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours: 9am to 6pm (daily)
Contact: Email [email protected]
10. TAKE FIVE COFFEE BREWERS
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Known for its specialty coffee, Take Five Coffee Brewers also serves bagels that perfectly complement their brews. The spicy chicken bagel is a must-try for those who love some heat in every bite. If you’re after something lighter, we recommend the bacon and rocket bagel packed with crispy beef bacon and fresh greens. The best part? The café is open until midnight on Fridays and weekends, so you can grab a bagel to go for a late-night snack!
Address: 6G, Jalan Tengku Ampuan Zabedah A 9/A, 40100 Shah Alam
Opening hours: 7.30am to 7pm (Monday to Thursday) | 7.30am to 12am (Friday) | 8.30am to 12am (Saturday to Sunday)
11. YODMILK
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Sometimes, the best bagels are the ones that aren’t overcomplicated, and YODmilk nails just that. Tucked away in Taipan, this hidden gem has become a neighbourhood favourite for its affordable yet flavourful bagels. Choose from original, cranberry, cocoa, or charcoal bagels and slather on house-made spreads like creamy egg mayo, taro, or strawberry cream cheese. Want to switch things up? Try the haw flakes cranberry cream cheese, crispy spicy chilli cream cheese, or the matcha spread.
Address: 54, Jalan USJ 10/1B, Taipan Business Centre, 47620 Subang Jaya
Opening hours: 7am to 4pm (Monday to Saturday)
Contact: Call or WhatsApp +6011 5639 5389 | Email [email protected]
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