Khing Cafe (Beach Street)
About This Spot
Stepping into Khing Cafe on Beach Street in George Town feels much like being welcomed into a cherished friend’s living room — a place where time slows down and the senses awaken in gentle harmony. The retro-inspired walls, adorned with charming portraits of cultural icons hand-drawn by the owner, invite quiet appreciation and spark curiosity. It’s a space where art and comfort meet effortlessly, creating an atmosphere that is at once warm, familiar, and quietly vibrant.
The pace here is unhurried, encouraging visitors to settle in and savor the moment. Soft conversations blend with the rich aromas of brewed coffee, while soft lighting cradles the room in a cozy glow. Whether you arrive alone to lose yourself in a book or come with friends seeking an intimate corner, Khing Cafe feels like a refuge from the bustle just outside its doors.
The café’s offerings complement this pause beautifully. Authentic and thoughtfully prepared, the coffee arrives with a depth and smoothness that invites lingering sips. Delicate cakes — from velvety tiramisu to the intriguing durian cake — carry a handcrafted quality that feels personal rather than polished. Each cup and plate is a quiet celebration of flavor, designed to be enjoyed slowly, alongside meaningful conversation or peaceful reflection.
What truly sets Khing Cafe apart is its human touch. The staff greet every guest with cheerful warmth, their presence adding to an overall sense of belonging. The smiles and attentiveness here are never just routine but feel like genuine gestures, making each visit a small but memorable human moment.
For those meandering through George Town or seeking a calm pause near the waterfront, Khing Cafe offers a soulful blend of artistry, comfort, and connection — a space to sip, savor, and soak in the subtle beauty of everyday moments.
What’s Available Here
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Outdoor seating - Takeaway
- Dine-in
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great tea selection
- Solo dining
- Good for working on laptop
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Alcohol
- Coffee
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Toilet
- Casual
- Cosy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Groups
- Tourists
- University students
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
- Credit cards
- Good for kids
- Paid parking lot
- Paid street parking
- Parking
Location & Hours
| Monday | 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM | |
| Tuesday | 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM | |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday | 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM | |
| Thursday | 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM | |
| Friday | 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM | |
| Saturday | 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM | |
| Sunday | 12:00 PM - 11:30 PM |
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Dennis Tan 04 Jan 2026
Excellent atmosphere with retro theme. Wall displayed with paintings of Elvis Presley, Michael Jackson, Charlie Chaplin….drawn by the owner. Pastries and coffee are fantastic with special selections. Staff are super friendly and helpful that you feel so homely. Nash and Ben are super cheerful. Don’t miss this gem cafe when you come Penang.
Andrew Toh 31 Dec 2025
This café is truly a delightful spot for anyone who appreciates quality and comfort. The cakes are absolutely delicious — freshly made, rich in flavor, and beautifully presented. The coffee is excellent, perfectly brewed with a smooth and aromatic finish that pairs wonderfully with their desserts. The ambiance is warm and inviting, making it an ideal place to relax, catch up with friends, or enjoy a quiet moment alone. To top it off, the customer service is consistently friendly and attentive, ensuring a pleasant experience from start to finish. Overall, a highly recommended place for great cakes, coffee, and atmosphere.
Kai ce Yap 26 Dec 2025
The environment here is truly pleasant and inviting — a beautifully designed space that’s perfect for unwinding. The cakes are delightful, and the beverages are well-prepared and enjoyable. It’s an ideal spot to relax, have a meaningful conversation, and spend quality time with friends in a calm and comfortable setting. A great place to chill and chat.
Chat Hall 18 Nov 2025
On my first evening in this fab island, after checking in at my hotel, nr Chulia St, I went for a walkabout—searching a coffee shop to relax after my train/ferry journey. As it was about 10pm I noticed many cafes were closed. Poor me, I desperately wanted to chill with a nice iced latte! Thankfully I walked down Beach Rd—where's the beach?!—and discovered what has turned out to be the best coffee shop in Malaysia; after 6 weeks of travel. From the exterior it doesn't look anything special: very black facade, minimalist and the building non-discript. As they say, appearances can be deceptive. So, relieved to find a coffee shop still open (after 10pm), the first thing in entering I noticed was the fantastic artwork on the walls. I was greeted by a very friendly barista, called Nash. She told me the owner used to be an artist (and art teacher) and that most of the artwork in the cafe is by him. She kindly invited and encouraged me to snap photos. What a superb first impression! There's really well executed portraits of famous musicians, from John Lennon, Michael Jackson to starlets such as Monroe. Additionally, being the talented man he is, displayed are several brilliant whimsical sculptures, from a touching and fun portrayal of his parents sat on a sofa to Charlie Chaplin. The further you go into this place the more you discover there are in fact several rooms in succession; the building is deceptively very long! There's also an upstairs area (from the outside the place looked tiny!). Each room is decorated with glorious art, lush high quality leather sofas; the interior design is superior to anything you'll find in the chains like Starbucks or Zus—the place has clearly been designed with a labour of love and attention. As you can see the place is worth visiting just to check out the coolest and most beautiful coffee shop/cafe in Malaysia. Now to the beverages. There's your standard fare e.g. iced lattes, but where this amazing place differs from others is in their range of speciality coffees (see my photo of the drinks menu): ever tried a 'beer' iced Americano? Or, an iced Okinawa latte (except of course if you're Japanese)? Being a lover of anything Japanese (except what they did in WWII) and enjoying trying new drinks/foods I chose the iced Okinawa latte. And boy I made a brilliant decision as it was absolutely delicious! I can tell Nash, the lovely and friendly barista (who incidentally speaks several languages—v clever girl), takes her job seriously and with passion as she took quite some time to make my Japanese coffee; this particular drink takes a long time to prepare. I also had an iced matcha latte which was delicious too. As you can see from photos, as this is officially—yes, according to me and I matter!—the best coffee shop in Malaysia they have a good tea and soft drinks menus, as well as an extensive range of cakes (crepe, jackfruit crepe and tiramisu cakes—in all sorts of flavours from mango to lychee). I'm fact the pretty and colourful cake display outside seems to grab most visitors attention. They also have a small food menu, from chicken to fish and chips. I had the nasi lemak (spicy chicken and rice) which, not surprisingly, was yummy. The prices, while not cheap, are reasonable (e.g. iced latte RM14, iced matcha latte RM16) considering the absolutely beautiful interior you get the opportunity to drink, eat in and the shear quality of the product. The place is always busy (but with many seats available to choose from), lively and it's the kind of space you could spend all afternoon relaxing.
Michael Chan 28 Oct 2025
Very authentic cafe with great arts and atmosphere. The coffee and cakes are super delicious too and very comfortable to spend the afternoon chill out at the cafe. The staffs are super friendly and helpful too, with great charisma and cheerful smile. Making your visit a memorable one. Highly recommended and good to know that they are opening in KL soon. Parking also super convenient as there is a parking right opposite the street.
B Jr 14 Oct 2025
Love it here! Love the deco, interiors, the and ofcourse the staff here! I was there with my gf after our dinner . 2 super attentive cute friendly staff greeted us with big smile n we talked like we’ve known each others for very long time! Made us feel comfortable being here ! Love this place instantly! U guys are really Will definitely come back for more of their drinks n food! P/S : please ask ur boss to put more lemon grass scent ….