If your Instagram feed is bursting with pastel cakes, sugary macarons, and dreamy dessert flatlays — and your sweet tooth is forever plotting the next sugar raid — look no further. Kuala Lumpur is a treasure trove of aesthetic dessert cafés that are TikTok-worthy, palate-pleasing, and utterly instagrammable. Below, we’ve curated 7 must-visit aesthetic dessert cafes in KL (and its fringes) that combine gorgeous ambience with delicious treats. Let’s go on a sugar-fueled café hop.
7 Must-Visit Aesthetic Dessert Cafes in KL
1. Être Patisserie
One of KL’s newest stars, Être Patisserie is the city spin-off of a famed Ipoh pâtisserie brand, helmed by Chef Ann who trained in Paris and Michelin-starred kitchens. This is where French pastry craftsmanship meets tropical Malaysian flavours. Their must-tries are the delicate petit gâteaux, croissants, canelés, macarons, and quiches, all presented with theatrical finesse — from glossy mirror-glazes to gold leaf details.
- Location: G-02 Jalan Cendana, off Jalan Sultan Ismail, Kampung Baru,
- Operation Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM daily
- Price range: RM9–30 per person depends on the menu
2. Pokok KL
Step into a lush botanical escape at Pokok KL, a café housed in a greenhouse-style space bathed in natural light. Beyond its hearty mains, the café has become a favourite among dessert lovers for its freshly baked pastries, indulgent cakes, and the viral All-You-Can-Scoop Tiramisu for just RM25 — a treat that keeps café-hoppers coming back for more.
- Location: MAHSA Avenue, Block B, KL
- Operation hours: Daily 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM (daily)
- Price range: RM20 – RM40
3. KLCG Confectionery & Bakery
A family-owned gem, KLCG Confectionery & Bakery is famous for its inventive cronuts and artisanal pastries. With a menu spanning viennoiseries, cheesecakes, tarts, and entremets, it’s the place to go when you want desserts that look simple but taste extraordinary.
- Venue: Jalan Ampang, Kuala Lumpur
- Operation hours: Daily 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
- Price range: Viennoiserie RM8.90–RM16.90; tarts/entremets from RM15.90
4. Cheevit Cheeva
Straight from Chiang Mai, Cheevit Cheeva is a dessert café that celebrates Thai-inspired sweets with a playful twist. Their menu brims with colourful bingsu, custard toasts, and drinks. Their must try is the Thai Tea Sang-Kaya Bingsu along with the crispy Salty egg Yolk Toast. It’s flavourful, fancy, and unapologetically over-the-top — perfect for adventurous dessert lovers.
- Location: 40G Jalan Doraisamy, Chow Kit, Kuala Lumpur (The Row)
- Operation hours: 12 PM – 10:30 PM (daily)
- Price range: Desserts and drinks ~ RM20-40
5. Tim’s Tea House
Warm and nostalgic, Tim’s Tea House is a delightful hideaway which is celebrated for its homestyle cakes, delicate pastries, and thoughtfully curated teas. Their signature afternoon tea-time course is a true highlight, offering an elegant spread ideal for sharing making it the perfect spot to savour slow afternoons. Plus, the café also accepts reservations for private events, making it a versatile space for both intimate gatherings and special occasions.
- Location: 342, Melawati Urban 1, Lorong Kedah, Taman Melawati, KL
- Operating hours: Tuesday–Sunday, 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM (closed Mondays)
- Price range: RM20-40 per person
6. BASK
Minimalist yet indulgent, BASK is a haven for matcha and burnt cheesecake devotees. Tucked inside APW Bangsar, it specialises in dense matcha cheesecakes and thoughtfully brewed lattes, letting the flavours shine without distraction. It’s simple, stylish, and deeply satisfying.
- Venue: APW Bangsar, Jalan Riong, Kuala Lumpur
- Operation hours: 11:00 AM – 9:00 PM (closed Mondays)
- Price range: RM20-40 per person
7. Hulu Cafe
For matcha lovers, Hulu Cafe is a hidden treasure. Famous for their Iced Rikyu Matcha Misu and matcha croissants, they also run fun tea-time promos and late-night dessert service, making it the perfect spot for both afternoon café hoppers and midnight snackers.
- Venue: Multiple branches including Sungai Besi and KL Gateway Mall
- Operation hours: 12:00 PM – 12:00 AM (Sungai Besi branch)
- Price range: Matcha desserts ~ RM20-40 per person
So there you have it: a curated stroll through KL most eye-catching, aesthetic cafes that double as perfect sweet escapes. From refined French pâtisserie to cosy tea houses and lush glasshouse cafés, Kuala Lumpur’s dessert scene is as diverse as it is delicious. So the next time your cravings call, let KL’s most aesthetic cafés lead the way to your next sugar-filled adventure.
