Milk & Barley (The Curve) vs Champignons Patisserie: which bakery cafe wins?

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · How we rank ›

Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya

Both spots are genuine contenders if you're picking a bakery and dessert cafe in Petaling Jaya, but they win on different signature items. This comparison follows our methodology and looks at what actually separates a Hong Kong-style egg tart specialist from a cheesecake-focused patisserie.

Verdict

The right pick comes down to what you're craving rather than the score gap. Milk & Barley is the tighter choice if egg tarts or mochi are the point of the visit and you want a cafe backed by stronger ratings and sentiment. Champignons Patisserie makes more sense if cheesecake is the goal and you want a cozier, photo-friendly setting worth lingering in, accepting that it costs a bit more.

Side by side

Criterion	Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya	Champignons Patisserie @Kota Damansara
Google rating	4.9 (509 reviews)	4.7 (459 reviews)
Services	coffee roastery specialty, bakery cafe	bakery cafe
Verification	Listing checked (30)	Listing checked (30)
Composite score	93	87

Google rating: Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya: 4.9 (509 reviews); Champignons Patisserie @Kota Damansara: 4.7 (459 reviews)
Services: Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya: coffee roastery specialty, bakery cafe; Champignons Patisserie @Kota Damansara: bakery cafe
Verification: Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya: Listing checked (30); Champignons Patisserie @Kota Damansara: Listing checked (30)
Composite score: Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya: 93; Champignons Patisserie @Kota Damansara: 87

What reviewers say

Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya

Reviewers consistently praise the egg tarts and mochi as standout products. Staff members including Tia are noted for being helpful and warm, with one reviewer highlighting a solo staff member's product knowledge and recommendations during a busy evening.

Champignons Patisserie @Kota Damansara

Reviewers consistently single out the cheesecake range, yoghurt and lemon varieties especially, alongside an atmospheric spot that draws compliments for its warmth. Staff member Kyra is noted for explaining flavors individually and backing up the service with training; the desserts earn praise for being both delicious and camera-ready, though one reviewer flagged the cost.