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The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf

Updated 2026-07-06 · 2,084 reviewed · 172 listed · Scored from 128 Google reviews · How we rank ›

3.8(128) 65 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Specialty Coffee & Third Wave
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf
Service
Specialty Coffee & Third Wave
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128

What recent reviews say

Good coffee and desserts draw regulars, backed by friendly baristas who make espresso-based drinks well and staff like Aleeya who stand out for genuine warmth. But recent visits reveal a split personality: some counters greet with smiles and pace orders smoothly, while others feel cold and unprepared, with missed items, hour-long waits, and stock chaos that leaves customers frustrated.

Their tea and cakes (tiramisu especially) earn consistent praise. The Bandar Puchong Jaya and IOI Puchong outlets feel welcoming when staffing clicks, but shortfalls in training and morning readiness create friction. Arrive mid-morning or afternoon if timing matters to you.

Recent shift: In the last two months, two one-star reviews cite serious counter service lapses and operational chaos (hour-long waits, order mix-ups, missing stock), contrasting sharply with five-star ratings for product quality. This suggests management struggles with consistency and morning operations.

Praised for
  • friendly baristas and staff
  • good coffee quality
  • cozy ambiance
  • quality desserts and tiramisu
Watch-outs
  • inconsistent staff professionalism at counter
  • order fulfillment issues
  • stock availability problems
  • long wait times
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Best for: Coffee lovers seeking well-made espresso drinks and cakes during mid-day to evening hours.
Think twice if: Early-morning service and order fulfillment can be slow or unprepared. Some staff interactions lack basic courtesy.

Strengths

  • skilled barista drinks
  • tiramisu and cake selection
  • afternoon tea culture
  • welcoming atmosphere when staffing is strong

Worth knowing

  • Barista at IOI Puchong (5:40 PM shift) praised for creamy, well-executed coffee
  • Staff member Aleeya recognised for helpfulness and genuine friendliness
  • Tiramisu and cakes noted as signature items
  • Morning wait times reported up to one hour; stock shortages (tiramisu, CNY pins) occur even early in promotions

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee & Third Wave
Baristas deliver creamy, flavourful espresso drinks; consistency depends on shift and location.

How it compares

  • Rated 3.8 against a 4.37 average across the 139 specialty coffee & third wave businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 48% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 26
Review volume 92
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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68
4
18
3
10
2
6
1
26

Common questions

Does The Coffee Bean open early?
They publish hours for 7 days, but recent reviews warn of hour-long waits for store opening around 9-10 AM at IOI Puchong. Mid-morning or afternoon visits avoid this frustration.
What should I order?
Espresso-based drinks (especially cookies cream coffee with vanilla whipped cream) and tiramisu cake are standouts. Their tea is also highlighted by reviewers.
What can go wrong?
Order mix-ups, missing items (straws), and stock sold out early in the day have all been reported. Double-check orders before leaving.

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Last updated 2026-07-06