Most reviewers praise the Hainan coffee, friendly service, and relaxed local vibe; they return regularly and recommend it for groups. Floor cleanliness lapses and occasional menu gaps temper the experience, though food quality and speed generally satisfy.
A quiet workspace with decent coffee and desserts draws regular laptop users, though service quality swings wildly. Some staff earn praise for helpfulness, while others receive repeated complaints about rudeness and poor attitudes. Recent reviews flag slower service, a drop in bagel quality, and wifi that disconnects often.
The Lemon Tree draws crowds for its aesthetic appeal, cosy setting, and desserts, with staff earning consistent praise for warmth and care. Food quality swings sharply: pastries and cakes often delight, but mains (eggs benedict, rice dishes) arrive overcooked or frozen-tasting, portions run small, and coffee trails expectations for a specialty cafe. Visitors come for the environment and sweets; they may leave disappointed if they order hot meals or expect fresh preparation.
Most visitors return for the homemade curries, sambals, and fresh baked goods like pineapple tarts and butter cookies. The owner Mawar and staff earn consistent praise for warmth and willingness to customize menus. A handful of diners hit rough patches: soggy salads, undercooked chicken, waits over ten minutes, or dishes simply unavailable due to events or inventory. When the kitchen is on form, portions and laksa shine; when stretched, value falters and service lags. Hosts successfully run private events and attract regulars seeking comfort food and plants. The space has moved to Lumi apartments at PJU 3 Tropicana and draws families, exercise groups, and those after casual weekend gatherings. Buffet Sundays at RM25 appeal to budget-conscious diners, though one reviewer noted limited breadth and no second helpings. Flies and payment-method limits (QR only at one stage) signal occasional operational friction, though these are not universal complaints.
Last updated 2026-08-12
