What's the cheapest coffee?

Ice black coffee at RM6, or americano at RM5 according to recent reviews.

Is there seating inside?

Yes, but limited. It's described as cozy and good for slowing down, though space is tight.

When should I avoid the crowd?

Morning service has been reported as slow at peak times; off-peak or afternoon visits are likely quicker.

Chase Coffee Uptown

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · Scored from 252 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(252) 81 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes

Service: Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Reviews: 252

What recent reviews say

Chase Coffee Uptown serves specialty-grade black coffee and matcha drinks at prices (RM5-RM8) that undercut most competitors in the area. Staff work fast and warm, the space feels honest and unhurried, and reviewers consistently taste the care in bean selection and extraction.

A few flagged slow mornings and tight seating, and portion sizes have dipped. Parking in Damansara Utama is rough everywhere. But the core offer-honest specialty coffee at corner-shop prices, with genuine skill-keeps regulars coming back daily.

Praised for

quality beans and technique
genuinely affordable specialty coffee
friendly and efficient staff
cozy, simple space

Watch-outs

slow morning service (one report)
shrinking portions
limited seating
parking in the area

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Best for: Specialty coffee drinkers on a budget who value speed and honest craft over frills.

Think twice if: Avoid the morning rush if you value patience; parking nearby is always tight, and seating inside is spare.

Strengths

specialty-grade coffee at street-stall prices
beans roasted and sourced with care
quick service and no-fuss takeaway culture
cozy, unpretentious setting

Worth knowing

Hawaii Blend long black is a named regular favorite
pour-over available alongside espresso drinks
matcha options (strawberry, coconut varieties mentioned)
morning service can lag during peak hours

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes: Beans and extraction are visibly cared for; long blacks served at ideal drinking temperature, not over-extracted. Pour-overs offered alongside espresso menu.

How it compares

Rated 4.7 against a 4.37 average across the 336 specialty coffee & roastery cafes businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 52% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method

Star rating 78

Review volume 100

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 61

Profile completeness 75

Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

What's the cheapest coffee?: Ice black coffee at RM6, or americano at RM5 according to recent reviews.
Is there seating inside?: Yes, but limited. It's described as cozy and good for slowing down, though space is tight.
When should I avoid the crowd?: Morning service has been reported as slow at peak times; off-peak or afternoon visits are likely quicker.

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