eddie chan

5 months ago

"The aesthetics strike first, even from afar - a light-drenched, pristine expanse of white zen serenity that feels almost surreal tucked into the corner of an otherwise ordinary tourist hotel. The contrast does not merely glow; it radiates.

Inside, the monastic aura deepens - minimalist, transcendental, almost meditative. It becomes immediately apparent that they are not merely serving arabica, but curating an entire experience around it. The petits fours and mignardises are displayed like rare artefacts in a gallery of edible jewels. Before the spell fully overtakes us, we manage to order a drink and a delicate morsel.

The Pinaco - an Ethiopian coffee and pineapple concoction - was restrained, elegant, and mercifully not too sweet. The tiramisu was exquisitely artful. The standards here are not merely un-kommonly high, but faintly celestial.

The baristas move with sacerdotal grace, their manner touched with an almost ecclesiastical solemnity. The only thing missing was a swinging censer trailing ribbons of incense through the air."

Caesar Teh

2 months ago

"Here’s a more polished and lively version:

Mind-blowing flavours at Kommons Coffee! 🤯☕️ The Mango Sticky Rice with Cold Brew Coffee was such a creative and surprisingly delicious combination, while the Strawberry Matcha was creamy, smooth, and refreshing.

We definitely have to come back for the Espresso White because their coffee machine wasn’t working properly that day—so sad 😢

The bakes were great too! Both the Citrus Tart and Croffle were delicious and paired perfectly with the drinks.

Definitely one of Ipoh’s trendiest cafés, with creative flavours, beautiful drinks, and tasty bakes. We’ll be back! ✨"

Jieha Rz

4 months ago

"A lovely café to stop by if you’re staying at Travelodge. We tried the White Coffee and the Brûlée Coffee, and both were really good; smooth, well-balanced, and not overly sweet.

The Ondeh Cake was delicious too. At RM21, it’s definitely on the pricier side, but the quality made it worth it. Great coffee, tasty cake, and a nice cosy atmosphere. Would happily come back again."

Matthew Lee

8 months ago

"Can’t recommend this place enough. Ended up coming in every single day during my stay, that alone says a lot.

Drinks are consistently excellent, well-balanced and thoughtfully made. The baristas are polite, friendly, and genuinely helpful.

The space itself is beautiful in its simplicity, clean lines, white washed, and an easygoing atmosphere that makes you want to linger.

More than just a hotel café."

Julie Pan

4 months ago

"It looks clean from outside but the white sofas are stained so much it feels quite uncomfortable to fully relax upon. The house blend is good for i e americano. Also tried the pour over chiang rai beans with a fruity note- it is as the taste notes described. The barista was considerate and attentive to the creation of the cup."