The folks at Artisan Roast got it right when they put precedence on the coffee over the decor of their café. But this is not to say the outlet’s shabby; on the contrary, it has an endearing DIY charm to it. Artisan Roast uses the Loring Smartroast coffee roaster, one of the world’s best and the only one of its kind in Malaysia. But that’s hardly the point: The recipe for Artisan Roast’s success lies in their total involvement in the entire production chain, from the sourcing of the beans to the roasting and the training of the baristas. While they experiment with different blends and roasts, a signature Artisan Roast coffee is one that’s slightly acidic, bold in flavour, and leaves a fragrant bitterness on your palate.
Awards
Artisan Roast was voted Best Place for Coffee in the Time Out KL Food Awards 2014 and 2013 and was shortlisted in the same category in 2012. Our food awards are 100% voted for by the people of KL. This way, we guarantee that popularity and consistent performance are rewarded.
Food 40 is our monthly, definitive guide for where to eat in the Klang Valley. No entry into the Food 40 has provided any Time Out team member with a free meal or other incentives.