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Bean Brothers Petaling Jaya

Updated 2026-07-05 · 2,533 reviewed · 419 listed · Scored from 2,212 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.1(2212) 71 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified moderate
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Bean Brothers Petaling Jaya
Price
moderate
Services
Specialty Coffee, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Reviews
2212

What recent reviews say

Bean Brothers draws workers and coffee lovers to its Sunway Damansara outlet for strong espresso-based drinks, power-equipped tables, and a calm industrial vibe. Most staff impress with genuine friendliness, though drink quality sometimes falters, and heavier pasta dishes divide opinion. The premise embraces halal-conscious diners through certified suppliers, though it lacks JAKIM certification.

Praised for
  • specialty coffee quality
  • work-friendly (power outlets, calm atmosphere)
  • welcoming staff and hospitality
  • industrial aesthetic and design
  • food variety and sandwich quality
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent drink quality (milky lattes)
  • some pasta dishes too oily or unpalatable
  • limited parking and overgrown landscaping
  • brownie unavailability
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Best for: Remote workers, coffee enthusiasts, halal-conscious diners seeking a calm workspace.
Think twice if: Parking is tight and landscaping neglected; some drinks and pasta dishes disappoint; not JAKIM-certified despite Muslim-friendly claims.

Strengths

  • consistent specialty coffee quality
  • power outlets at most tables for laptop work
  • warm staff service (e.g., Xander, Shewa, Kai named by regulars)
  • halal-conscious ingredient sourcing, Muslim-friendly positioning

Worth knowing

  • Staff members Xander, Shewa, Kai named as consistently helpful
  • Most tables equipped with power outlets for work
  • Peppermint syrup made in-house
  • Thai Style Squid Pasta noted as oily; Tamago Sando and Aglio Olio pastas praised
  • Iced chocolate and matcha latte mentioned as signature drinks
  • Premises not JAKIM-halal certified but sources halal-certified raw materials

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Espresso-based drinks consistently praised for quality; some iced lattes criticised as too milky
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes (WiFi/Laptop)
Power outlets and calm atmosphere make it a standout work venue; reviewers explicitly compare it favourably to other work cafes
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Sandwiches (especially Tamago Sando) and Aglio Olio pasta well-received; some heavier pastas like Thai Squid Pasta divided on oiliness
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
Industrial brutalist architecture and layout praised as 'cool'; discreet, tucked-away location appeals to those seeking escape from city chaos

How it compares

  • Rated 4.1 against a 4.36 average across the 328 specialty coffee businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 97% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Rank
Star rating 40
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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4
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3
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2
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110

Common questions

Is it good for working with a laptop?
Yes. Most tables have power outlets, the atmosphere is calm and welcoming, and reviewers call it one of the best work-friendly cafes they've visited.
Is the food halal-friendly?
The premises itself is not JAKIM-certified, but the business sources raw materials from halal-certified vendors and prepares no pork, lard, or alcohol. Some diners feel comfortable; others prefer to avoid due to lack of official certification.
What are the standout drinks and food?
Iced chocolate, iced matcha latte, and espresso-based coffees are favoured. The Tamago Sando and Aglio Olio pasta are regulars' go-to orders.
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Last updated 2026-07-05