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Mad Coffee • IOI Rio • Puchong

Mad Coffee • IOI Rio • Puchong

4.6(361) See reviews on Google ✓ Verified
Pet-Friendly CafesSpecialty CoffeeDessert & Bakery CafesAesthetic / Instagrammable CafesStudy & Work-Friendly CafesBrunch & All-Day Dining CafesHalal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes
83
composite score
Services
Pet-Friendly Cafes, Specialty Coffee, Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Reviews
361

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise the specialty coffee and matcha drinks, praising the chiffon cakes and cheesecakes as standout items. The two-floor space draws families and remote workers alike, boosted by chargers, natural light, and a calm atmosphere that invites lingering.

The main friction point emerges near closing time at 7 pm, when some staff have communicated closing abruptly rather than declining orders upfront. Pricing sits at the higher end, though most accept it as reasonable for the venue and quality. Barista knowledge is typically strong, but turnover and occasional coldness from individual staff members have occasionally undermined the experience.

Praised for
  • specialty coffee and matcha drinks
  • dense cake selection (chiffon, cheesecake, affogato desserts)
  • spacious layout with natural light and chargers
  • thoughtful barista service and recommendations
  • comfortable study and hangout atmosphere
Watch-outs
  • staff attitude and professionalism near closing time
  • rushed experience and poor closing-time communication
  • inconsistent service quality and staff turnover
  • pricing on high side for some items
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Best for: Remote workers and friend groups seeking specialty coffee and cake in a calm, well-lit space.
Think twice if: You plan to order close to 7 pm closing time, or prefer staff to clearly warn you upfront rather than allow entry then ask you to leave shortly after.

Strengths

  • Specialty-grade hand-brew coffee and ceremonial matcha drinks
  • dense house-made cake lineup (chiffon, cheesecake, affogato)
  • two-floor layout with ample chargers and natural lighting
  • barista expertise and willingness to guide drink choices

Worth knowing

  • Hand-brew coffee beans are medium to dark roast
  • House specialties include pandan latte, gula melaka matcha, peach chiffon cake, matcha cream cake, and dirty tiramisu
  • Oat milk available as default; regular milk offered as alternative
  • Two-floor seating, both upstairs and downstairs
  • Free parking at IOI Rio
  • Staff explain how to best enjoy drinks (e.g., cream-first approach for matcha)
  • Some staff turnover noted in recent reviews

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee
Hand-brew medium to dark roast beans praised, though at RM 25 some find value unclear against less common beans elsewhere
Dessert & Bakery Cafes
Chiffon cakes, cheesecakes, and seasonal creations consistently highlighted; matcha cream cake and affogato desserts stand out
Study & Work-Friendly Cafes
Ample chargers, high ceilings, natural light, and calm music make it reliable for work; drinks and desserts only, no heavy meals
Aesthetic / Instagrammable Cafes
Industrial-chic space, natural lighting, and plated desserts draw photos; some rushed near closing, limiting ambience time
Brunch & All-Day Dining Cafes
Good for pastries and drinks; no main courses (noodles or rice), so suited to snack and brunch hours rather than full meals
Pet-Friendly Cafes
No explicit mention in reviews; category listed but not evidenced

How it compares

  • Rated 4.6 against a 4.51 average across the 81 pet-friendly cafes businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 58% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Methodology
Star rating 73
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Common questions

Is Mad Coffee open late?
No. They close at 7 pm daily. Multiple reviews note this as a constraint, especially in bad Puchong traffic. They do not take orders close to 7 pm.
What are the house specialty drinks?
Pandan latte, gula melaka matcha, strawberry matcha, ceremonial-grade matcha latte, and hand-brew coffee (RM 25, medium to dark roast). Oat milk is the default; regular milk can be substituted.
Do they have meal options, and is there free parking?
Drinks and desserts only; no main courses (noodles or rice). Free parking is available at IOI Rio mall. Multiple chargers are on both floors for remote work.

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Last updated 2026-07-03