Taman Mount Austin is a popular residential area in Johor Bahru (JB). A gem for foodies, it has over 50 bubble tea shops and many aesthetic restaurants and cafes.
With relatively affordable accommodation, trendy cafés and bustling nightlife, Taman Mount Austin is a destination you should consider for your next 2D1N weekend getaway. If you’re curious about the café scene in Taman Mount Austin, here are 5 of the trendiest cafes in Taman Mount Austin.
Bloom by Mokmok
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Opening Hours: 12pm – 10pm
Address: 87, Jalan Mutiara Emas 2A, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Bloom by Mokmok is a well-known café in Mount Austin for its aesthetic décor and concept. Dimly lit with teal walls and dried flower bouquets hanging from the ceiling, this café has a cosy ambience that many café goers have praised. Brunch, Japanese fusion dishes, and decadent desserts are available at this café.
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Pleasing to the eyes and taste buds, Bloom by Mokmok is a spot not to be missed if you’re in Taman Austin.
Ukiyo Café
Opening Hours: 12pm – 7pm, Closed on Mondays
Address: 17-02, Jalan Austin Heights 8/3, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
A pink café hidden in Taman Austin Heights is Ukiyo Café. Specialising in French-Japanese Pastries, Ukiyo Café is an ideal place to add to your café hopping itinerary, especially when you’re in Johor Bahru.
The café gives off a sweet and chic vibe, perfectly matching their equally aesthetic dainty pastries. For drinks, they serve freshly brewed coffee which complements the rest of their menu.
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Shi Ba Café
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Opening Hours: 10am – 10pm
Address: No 01, Mount Austin, 12, Jalan Austin Heights 8/4, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Malaysia’s first Shiba Inu Café is located at Taman Austin. It opened in February 2022 and has since become a popular spot amongst locals, all thanks to the cuddly friends. Although there are pet cafes in Singapore, most of them have pretty expensive entry fees. However, Shi-ba Café charges an affordable RM10 per hour, with free soft drinks included.
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They also serve food there, like Japanese Curry Rice and more. Apart from just Shiba Inus (which they have 10 of), there is also Alaskan Malamutes, a Corgi and even a British Shorthair Cat!
JWC, The Factory 30
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Opening Hours: 11am – 11pm
Address: 30, Jalan Mutiara Emas 5/3, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
JWC stands for “JUST WANT COFFEE”, which is a coffee brand that has won the most awards in Malaysia. The Factory 30 is a café by JWC and is a popular spot for locals and tourists alike. They have a wide array of items available on their menu.
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The café is well-decorated, with an industrial vibe going on. A great spot for catching up and hanging with your friends, any time of the day.
The FOUNDERS Café
Opening Hours: 9am – 10pm
Address: Tiong Nam Tebrau, 45, Jln Tiong Emas, Kawasan Perindustrian Tebrau, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
This cafe technically is not in Taman Austin but it is really near the area, but is worth a mention. The Founders Café is one of the trendiest food spots in Johor Bahru. Their customer base includes celebrities like Jay Chou, and even members of the Malaysian Royal Family.
Their menu consists of mostly western cuisine, but there is a wide variety to choose from. The interior is very artsy yet industrial, and definitely Instagrammable.
