WABI SABI HOUSE ワビサビハウス
Food quality swings wildly: sandwiches like shrimp katsu and chicken cutlet win loyal repeat visits, but drinks disappoint almost universally (matcha latte tastes nothing like matcha, cafe latte is just "diluted icy milk," hojicha is milk with brown sugar). Prices sit at RM20+ for drinks and RM15+ for sandos, driving criticism that execution does not match the premium cost. Staff warmth shows up in replacements and handling complaints, but order accuracy and service speed lag. The space itself lands hits: Japanese Zen decor, outdoor pet seating, cozy lighting. Real hojicha ice cream and some pastries (whipped cream sando, fruit sando) win praise, though onigiri waits run long and some items lack authentic Japanese seasoning. Clean, attractive, full of promise-undercut by inconsistency. Matcha lattes and cafe lattes vanish from reviews as the actual product rather than as aspirations. Sandwiches anchor the positive half; if you land a good one (crispy chicken, shrimp cutlet with egg), you'll plan a return. Outdoor pet zone is a real draw. The TikTok hype has lifted prices faster than kitchen skill has risen.
