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

Updated 2026-08-12 · 2,774 reviewed · 476 listed · Scored from 615 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(615) 92 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Milk & Barley ( The Curve ) - Best Egg Tart Petaling Jaya
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What recent reviews say

Staff greet visitors with genuine warmth, and the egg tarts are the draw: buttery, not overly sweet, with plenty of flavor. A clean, welcoming spot where you can sample before buying.

Praised for
  • friendly staff
  • excellent egg tarts
  • clean store
  • good flavor balance
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Best for: anyone seeking fresh, not-too-sweet egg tarts and pastries in Petaling Jaya

Strengths

  • standout egg tart quality
  • staff know customers by name
  • sample-before-you-buy option

Worth knowing

  • Staff members (Shuhada, June) recognized by name in recent reviews
  • Egg tarts described as buttery and balanced in sweetness
  • Sample option available before purchase

What reviews say by service

Bakery & Dessert Cafes
Egg tarts and croissant tarts consistently praised for flavor and texture; friendly staff enhance the experience.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.41 average across the 112 bakery & dessert cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 79% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 92
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 80
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Can I try before I buy?
Yes, reviewers mention you can sample items before deciding on your purchase.
Are the egg tarts too sweet?
No. Recent customers specifically note they are well-balanced and not overly sweet.
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Last updated 2026-08-12