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The Brim Cafe - Ara Permata

Updated 2026-08-12 · 2,774 reviewed · 476 listed · Scored from 113 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(113) 84 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
Aesthetic / Instagrammable CafesHalal / Muslim-Friendly CafesBrunch & All-Day Dining CafesStudy / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
The Brim Cafe - Ara Permata
Services
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes, Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Reviews
113

What recent reviews say

Most visits centre on comfort: the tucked-away location offers calm, nostalgic vibes with 80s music, dependable pasta and breakfast dishes, and solid coffee. The owner and staff welcome regulars warmly, while resident cats Oyenn and Coco steal focus; one reviewer spent hours working here between feline interactions. Portions run modest but portions don't shortchange on flavour.

Praised for
  • cozy-welcoming-ambiance
  • friendly-owner-and-staff
  • good-food-coffee
  • resident-cafe-cats
  • quiet-work-friendly-space
Watch-outs
  • portion-sizes-lean-small
cozy-ambiancefriendly-staffinstagrammable-decorgood-for-groupsgreat-wifi
Best for: Solo workers, families seeking quiet breakfast, and cat lovers wanting a relaxed vibe.
Think twice if: Portions are on the smaller side; budget accordingly if you have a large appetite.

Strengths

  • tucked-quiet-escape-atmosphere
  • resident-cafe-cats-oyenn-coco
  • warm-owner-presence
  • comfort-food-breakfast-pasta

Worth knowing

  • Resident cats named Oyenn and Coco
  • Owner described as warm and courteous
  • Aglio olio beef set lunch served with drink
  • 80s nostalgic music throughout cafe
  • Quiet afternoon work environment with genuine staff engagement

What reviews say by service

Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
Cozy nostalgic setting with 80s music and resident cats; reviewers call it a hidden escape and spend hours there.
Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
Quiet atmosphere suits afternoon work; staff are unobtrusive and welcoming to those staying longer.
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Breakfast and lunch mains like pasta and rice bowls are staples; portions noted as modest but flavourful.
Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes
No specific review evidence of halal certification or offerings.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.42 average across the 104 aesthetic / instagrammable cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 37% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 82
Review volume 89
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
95
4
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Common questions

Can I bring my laptop and work here for a few hours?
Yes. Reviewers describe quiet afternoons spent working at tables while interacting with resident cats; staff are friendly and non-intrusive.
What do you serve for breakfast and lunch?
Breakfast items, pasta dishes (such as aglio olio beef set lunch with drink), and rice bowls. Portions lean smaller but are flavourful.
Are there cats at the cafe?
Yes. Resident cats named Oyenn and Coco roam freely; Coco is described as tiny, energetic, and affectionate with visitors.
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Last updated 2026-08-12