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Origin Cafe

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,606 reviewed · 432 listed · Scored from 370 Google reviews · How we rank ›

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Origin Cafe
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Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes, Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes, Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
Reviews
370

What recent reviews say

Food quality and value draw regulars to Origin, which serves creative dishes like Lemon Noodle and Aglio pan-seared salmon at affordable prices. The owner's presence and friendly staff earn praise, though service consistency falters during lunch rushes: orders forgotten for 45 minutes, staff avoiding customers, and dishes arriving slowly.

Recent price jumps (from RM 12.90 to RM 16 without portion changes) have rankled repeat customers. Eat-in diners report the most friction, while delivery customers praise speed and taste. Parking is adequate; the space is clean and cozy. Best visits happen outside peak hours.

Praised for
  • good value and affordable prices
  • creative and tasty food
  • healthy options
  • friendly staff and welcoming owner
  • generous portions
Watch-outs
  • slow and forgotten orders during peak times
  • staff inattention and poor customer service
  • recent price increases without portion changes
  • inconsistent service quality
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Best for: Delivery customers and solo diners seeking affordable, healthy meals outside peak hours
Think twice if: Expect slow service during lunch; eat-in diners should arrive off-peak. Recent menu price hikes may surprise returning customers.

Strengths

  • creative, affordable menu (Lemon Noodle, Aglio pasta)
  • healthy vegetarian and vegan options
  • owner actively present on-site
  • open late (until 10pm)

Worth knowing

  • Tornado Omelette Rice and Buttermilk Chicken Chop Rice are signature dishes
  • Aglio pan-seared salmon praised for generous salmon portion and spice balance
  • Menu prices have risen from RM 12.90 to RM 16 recently without portion adjustment
  • Orders can take 45 minutes during busy periods despite reminders
  • Owner frequently on-site during dinner service
  • Delivery orders arrive faster and taste consistent

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee & Roastery Cafes
Good coffee cited as reason to visit; open until 10pm for wind-down drinks
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Creative and healthy meals with generous portions praised, but service slows during lunch rush and staff sometimes forget orders
Study / Laptop-Friendly Cafes
Described as a cozy, quiet place suitable for working, though no explicit mention of wifi or laptop work culture

How it compares

  • Rated 4 against a 4.37 average across the 336 specialty coffee & roastery cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 63% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Ranking Method
Star rating 35
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 50
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

5
172
4
96
3
55
2
14
1
33

Common questions

What time does Origin close?
The cafe is open until 10pm daily.
Are there parking options?
Parking is available and adequate, depending on time of visit. Lunch hours are busier.
Do they have vegetarian or vegan options?
Yes, the menu includes vegetarian and vegan options.

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Last updated 2026-07-06