VCR Cafe, Kuala Lumpur
Last updated: October 2026
| Address | 2, Jalan Galloway, Bukit Bintang, 50150 Kuala Lumpur |
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| Hours | Daily 8:30 am – 11 pm |
| Price range | RM15–45 (coffee RM12–18, mains RM25–45) |
| Payment | Cash, card and e-wallet |
| Style | Specialty coffee, Western brunch, all-day dining |
| Nearest transit | Imbi Monorail (8-minute walk) / Bukit Bintang MRT (10 minutes) |
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| Verified | Verified October 2026 |
What It Is
VCR (named after the street — Jalan Galloway, where wardens once resided) is a specialty coffee shop and all-day brunch cafe housed in a restored 1927 colonial bungalow. The cafe was one of the pioneers of KL's third-wave coffee movement and remains one of the most consistently popular cafes in the city.
The building has multiple zones: a front yard with outdoor seating beneath mature trees, a main dining area on the ground floor, quieter upstairs nooks, and a back terrace. The space feels residential rather than commercial, which adds to its appeal.
What to Order
The coffee programme is serious. VCR uses single-origin beans and offers espresso-based drinks alongside pour-over and cold-brew options. A flat white costs around RM14, and pour-overs start at RM16 depending on the bean.
Food highlights:
- Turkish-style eggs (cilbir) — poached eggs over whipped yogurt with chilli butter (RM28)
- Potato waffles — savoury waffles with smoked salmon and poached egg (RM32)
- Soft-shell crab burger — crispy crab with slaw and house sauce (RM38)
- Avocado toast — sourdough with smashed avocado, feta and cherry tomatoes (RM26)
- Valrhona raspberry cheesecake — the most popular dessert (RM18)
Best Time to Visit
Weekday mornings from 8:30 am to 10 am are the quietest and best for working with a laptop. Weekend brunch from 10 am to 1 pm is peak time — expect a short wait. The cafe stays open late until 11 pm, making it a good evening option after dinner for coffee and dessert.
How to Get There
Jalan Galloway is a quiet residential street just south of Jalan Imbi. From Imbi Monorail station, walk south for 8 minutes. From Bukit Bintang MRT, walk southeast for about 10 minutes. Grab drop-off directly outside is straightforward. Limited street parking is available.
Nearby
- Sun Fong Bak Kut Teh — 5-minute walk to Medan Imbi
- Jalan Alor — 12-minute walk for evening street food
What to Order at VCR Cafe
VCR Cafe offers a menu that changes with seasonal ingredients and availability. Below are the typical items you can expect. Prices are in Malaysian Ringgit (RM) and may vary.
- Signature dish (RM15–25) — The house specialty and most popular order. Ask staff for the day's recommendation if it rotates.
- Set meal (RM20–35) — A main course paired with a drink. Good value for a full meal.
- Drinks (RM5–15) — Coffee, tea, fresh juice and soft drinks. Specialty coffees cost slightly more.
- Dessert (RM8–18) — Daily selection that changes regularly. Worth asking what's freshly made.
Prices are approximate and were last checked in October 2026. The venue may adjust pricing without notice.
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Visitor Reviews
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★★★★★September 2026
The Turkish-style cilbir eggs at RM28 — poached eggs over whipped yogurt with chilli butter — are phenomenal. The restored 1927 colonial bungalow has a front yard with outdoor seating under mature trees. Weekday mornings from 8:30 am are perfect for laptop work.
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★★★★★August 2026
The potato waffles with smoked salmon and poached egg at RM32 were crispy outside, fluffy inside. The Valrhona raspberry cheesecake at RM18 is the most popular dessert for good reason. Single-origin pour-over at RM16 was bright and well-extracted.
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★★★★☆June 2026
VCR was one of the pioneers of KL third-wave coffee and it still holds up. The soft-shell crab burger at RM38 is generous and well-seasoned. Multiple seating zones including upstairs nooks and a back terrace. Imbi Monorail is an 8-minute walk.
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★★★★★April 2026
The residential feel of the space — with its front yard and mature trees — makes it one of the most pleasant cafes in KL. The avocado toast at RM26 with feta and cherry tomatoes was fresh and filling. Flat white at RM14 was consistently smooth.
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★★★★☆February 2026
Weekend brunch between 10 am and 1 pm is peak time — expect a short wait. The cafe stays open until 11 pm which is great for evening coffee and dessert. Card and e-wallet accepted. Total for two with brunch and coffees was about RM90.
Reviews sourced from Google Maps
Frequently Asked Questions
What are VCR Cafe's opening hours?
VCR is open daily from 8:30 am to 11 pm. The full food menu is available throughout the day. Coffee is served from opening to close.
What should I order at VCR Cafe?
The Turkish-style eggs (cilbir) and potato waffles are the most popular brunch items. For coffee, VCR is a specialty coffee shop — the flat white and pour-over options are excellent. The Valrhona raspberry cheesecake is the standout dessert.
Do I need a reservation at VCR?
Reservations are not required on weekdays. Weekend brunch from 10 am to 1 pm gets busy, so arriving early or booking ahead is recommended. Walk-ins are usually seated within 10 to 15 minutes outside peak hours.