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Updated 2026-08-12 · 2,774 reviewed · 476 listed · Scored from 15 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(15) 73 low data composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Aesthetic / Instagrammable CafesHalal / Muslim-Friendly CafesTea Houses & Traditional Tea CafesSpecialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
561. cafe
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Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes, Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes, Tea Houses & Traditional Tea Cafes
Reviews
15

What recent reviews say

561 serves standout specialty drinks (amaricano, matcha lattes, Belgian chocolate) and treats in a small, warm cafe near an Islamic learning centre. Reviewers consistently praise the matcha cookies, barista warmth, and quiet escape from the city.

Based on limited recent reviews, so treat this as low-confidence.

Praised for
  • specialty coffee drinks
  • matcha cookies
  • cozy intimate space
  • friendly welcoming staff
  • easy parking
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Best for: Specialty coffee and matcha lovers seeking a quiet retreat with welcoming service

Strengths

  • specialty matcha cookies and drinks
  • intimate cozy setting with ample parking
  • accommodating friendly barista team
  • halal-certified, co-located with Islamic learning centre

Worth knowing

  • Matcha cookies noted as must-try across multiple reviews
  • Belgian chocolate drink praised repeatedly
  • Markaz Al-Khaadem Islamic learning centre co-located next door
  • Available on Grab delivery
  • Ample parking noted as easy

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Specialty drinks like amaricano, Matresso (matcha espresso), and Belgian chocolate highly praised for quality and aroma
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
Small, cozy, cute aesthetic with warm ambience consistently called out as a quiet city escape
Tea Houses & Traditional Tea Cafes
Matcha cookies and matcha drinks mentioned as standout items worth seeking out
Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes
Located within Islamic learning centre; serves halal-friendly options to regular attendees of classes

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.42 average across the 104 aesthetic / instagrammable cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 8% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 72
Review volume 52
Review recency 99
Review sentiment 65
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Do you offer delivery?
Yes, orders are available on Grab.
Is there parking?
Yes, reviewers note parking is easy and ample.
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Last updated 2026-08-12