How much does a coffee cost?

Most drinks cost less than RM10. During the launch period, promotional pricing offered RM6 per coffee and buy-one-free-one deals.

Is there wifi and seating?

Yes, the cafe has wifi and power sockets, though only three small tables are available.

Inside a badminton racket shop in Bandar Kinrara, Puchong.

Knotty Specialty Coffee

4.8(22) 75 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Verified

Specialty CoffeeAesthetic & Instagrammable CafesStudy & Co-working CafesHalal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes

Services: Specialty Coffee, Aesthetic & Instagrammable Cafes, Study & Co-working Cafes
Reviews: 22

What recent reviews say

Knotty delivers consistently well-crafted single-origin coffees at prices well under RM10, with baristas who take time to explain brewing methods and bean notes. The small cafe tucked inside a badminton shop in Bandar Kinrara has won over specialty coffee drinkers in the area with thoughtful touches like large ice cubes and a warm, unhurried welcome, though one visitor waited 8 minutes for a hot latte.

The menu spans black and white coffees, matcha, and chocolate in a compact three-table space with wifi and power sockets. A promotional pricing period at launch (RM6 drinks, B1F1 offers) drew early interest, and recent visits via Grab confirm the coffee travels well. This feels less like a trendy cafe stop and more like a neighbourhood discovery for those who care about their cup.

Praised for

specialty coffee quality
friendly and patient barista
affordable pricing
cosy ambiance
good value for money

Watch-outs

slow service on occasion

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Best for: Specialty coffee drinkers seeking well-sourced beans and affordable prices in Puchong

Think twice if: Service pace can be slow during busy periods

Strengths

specialty-grade single-origin coffees
attentive barista explanations
prices under RM10 per drink
cosy neighbourhood setting

Worth knowing

Natsu Blend and Haru Blend noted for subtle honey-like aftertaste
barista uses large ice cubes to slow extraction
located inside a badminton racket shop
three small tables with wifi and power sockets
promotional pricing RM6 per coffee drink at launch, B1F1 offers mentioned

What reviews say by service

Specialty Coffee: Single-origin and blended coffees praised for nuanced flavour notes and careful preparation; baristas explain brewing methods and bean origins
Aesthetic & Instagrammable Cafes: Cosy ambiance in a compact, unfussy space tucked inside a sports shop; appeals to those seeking authenticity over Instagram polish
Study & Co-working Cafes: Small cafe with wifi and power sockets available for short work sessions
Halal / Muslim-Friendly Cafes: No explicit mention of halal certification or Muslim-friendly offerings in reviews

How it compares

Rated 4.8 against a 4.49 average across the 90 aesthetic & instagrammable cafes businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 6% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Our Rubric

Star rating 74

Review volume 59

Review recency 100

Review sentiment 75

Profile completeness 75

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Common questions

How much does a coffee cost?: Most drinks cost less than RM10. During the launch period, promotional pricing offered RM6 per coffee and buy-one-free-one deals.
Is there wifi and seating?: Yes, the cafe has wifi and power sockets, though only three small tables are available.
Where exactly is it?: Inside a badminton racket shop in Bandar Kinrara, Puchong.

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