Specialty coffee
in Malaysia.
The specialty scene in Malaysia is spread out: 19 cities on Roasters share 101 cafés, led by Kuala Lumpur.
How Malaysia compares
Regionally, the count here puts it at #9 among 27 countries in Asia. Worldwide it ranks #40 of 126 countries, with <1% of all cafés on Roasters. The nearest countries by café count are Peru, with 108, and Sweden, with 100.
City distributionCities in Malaysia by size
Coffee here is not a one-city story: Kuala Lumpur leads with 35%, and the top three cities hold 57% between them. 7 of the 19 cities list at least three cafés; the median is 2.
- 30–99 cafés 1 city
- 10–29 cafés 2 cities
- 3–9 cafés 4 cities
- 1–2 cafés 12 cities
1 city in Malaysia has themed guides, 8 in total.
Where to drink in Malaysia
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About specialty coffee in Malaysia
How many specialty coffee shops are there in Malaysia?
Roasters lists 101 cafés and roasters in Malaysia, across 19 cities. The community adds new ones every week.
Which cities in Malaysia have the best coffee scenes?
By café count: Kuala Lumpur (35), George Town (13) and Selangor (10). The full list is below.
How does Malaysia compare with the rest of Asia?
It ranks #9 of 27 countries in Asia and holds 4% of the region’s specialty cafés on Roasters.
What counts as specialty coffee?
Coffee graded 80+ points on the Specialty Coffee Association scale: traceable beans, careful roasting and precise brewing.
Can café owners manage their listing?
Yes. Owners and staff can claim a listing to update hours, photos and menus, and reply to reviews.
