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La Manila Cafe

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · Scored from 325 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(325) 63 composite score See reviews on Google
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La Manila Cafe
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Bakery & Dessert Cafes, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Tea Houses & Traditional Tea Cafes
Reviews
325

What recent reviews say

Reviewers return for nostalgia and the signature toffee banana cake, praising friendly service and reasonable prices in a calm, homely setting. However, recent ownership prompted frustration over rising sweetness in cakes and quality drops; some batches arrive burnt or stale, and savoury dishes occasionally suffer from inconsistent seasoning or slow service intervals.

Praised for
  • classic pastries (toffee banana)
  • friendly staff
  • cosy, quiet atmosphere
  • good value pricing
  • consistent savoury dishes (pies, nasi lemak, lasagna)
Watch-outs
  • burnt or stale cake batches
  • inconsistent cake sweetness and quality
  • slow food delivery (10+ min gaps)
  • recent ownership change affecting quality
  • occasional saltiness in dishes
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Best for: families and regulars seeking affordable comfort food and nostalgic baked goods in a relaxed setting
Think twice if: quality inconsistency in cakes has worsened since ownership changed; arrive early if you want fresh stock and avoid peak-hour service delays

Strengths

  • signature toffee banana cake beloved across decades
  • mix of homemade pastries and savoury dishes under one roof
  • affordable pricing with generous portions
  • ample parking and quiet, unhurried ambiance

Worth knowing

  • toffee banana cake is a multi-decade staple with devoted repeat customers
  • recent ownership change (stated to be by Malay owner) has triggered quality concerns
  • menu includes chicken and mushroom pie, chicken lasagna, nasi lemak, fried rice, black pepper chicken chop, pineapple and carrot cake, mississippi mud slice
  • one customer reported mushroom soup no longer served in bread bowl as previously offered
  • parking is ample at new Sunway Mas location

What reviews say by service

Bakery & Dessert Cafes
toffee banana cake and carrot slice consistently praised; recent batches reported as burnt, stale, or too sweet since ownership change
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
chicken pie, lasagna, and nasi lemak well-regarded; occasional saltiness and slow intervals between courses
Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
coffee machine was broken at time of one visit; limited review detail on specialty coffee
Tea Houses & Traditional Tea Cafes
cosy, quiet atmosphere suited to unhurried sitting; no specific tea menu feedback in reviews

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.43 average across the 112 bakery & dessert cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 59% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 35
Review volume 100
Review recency 64
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
128
4
110
3
61
2
14
1
12

Common questions

Where is La Manila Cafe now?
Sunway Mas Commercial Center, Petaling Jaya. It moved from its previous location in Taman Megah.
What is the signature dish?
The toffee banana cake, which customers have loved for over 20 years. Carrot slice is also frequently ordered.
Is there parking?
Yes, ample free parking is available at the Sunway Mas location.

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Last updated 2026-07-06