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Knotty Specialty Coffee

Updated 2026-07-10 · 2,299 reviewed · 200 listed · Scored from 22 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.8(22) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Specialty Coffee
Knotty Specialty Coffee
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Specialty Coffee
Reviews
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What recent reviews say

Specialty coffee roastery tucked inside a sports shop in Bandar Kinrara draws returning visitors for precise brews and surprisingly affordable pricing. Reviewers praise the Natsu and Haru blends for subtle complexity, the barista's patient explanations of bean origins and flavour notes, and cold brews with excellent body. Tight space (three small tables) and occasional slow service during busy times are minor trade-offs for coffee that regularly costs under RM10 per cup.

Praised for
  • well-crafted specialty coffee blends
  • good value for money
  • knowledgeable, friendly barista
  • quality single-origin options
  • cosy, intimate space
Watch-outs
  • slow brew times during peak hours
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Best for: specialty coffee enthusiasts seeking affordable, well-crafted single-origin brews
Think twice if: space is extremely limited (three tables); prepare to take away or queue during peak hours

Strengths

  • precise, quality specialty coffee under RM10
  • knowledgeable barista who explains bean origins
  • well-designed single-origin blends (Natsu, Haru)
  • cosy setting for focused coffee appreciation

Worth knowing

  • Located inside a badminton racket shop
  • serves named blends: Natsu Blend, Haru Blend
  • barista uses large ice cubes for iced coffee to slow dilution
  • single-origin beans available with barista-led explanations of flavour notes
  • matcha and chocolate offered as non-coffee alternatives
  • wifi and power sockets available

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
precise brewing with subtle flavour complexity; barista educates customers on bean origins and tasting notes

How it compares

  • Rated 4.8 against a 4.4 average across the 166 specialty coffee businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 20% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 73
Review volume 59
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 75
Profile completeness 75
Verification 0

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

How much do coffees cost?
Specialty coffees are under RM10 per cup; a past promotion offered any coffee drink for RM6.
Is there seating and WiFi?
Yes. The cafe has three small tables, wifi, and power sockets available.
What coffee blends do they serve?
Single-origin options and house blends including Natsu Blend (nutty body, good milk ratio) and Haru Blend (honey-like aftertaste). Cold brew is also popular.

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Last updated 2026-07-10