Café Gems Near Royale Chulan Damansara You Shouldn’t Miss

 🍽️ Café-Hopping From Royale Chulan Damansara: My Personal Food Journey in PJ

Staying at Royale Chulan Damansara always feels like a little urban retreat—quiet surroundings, easy access to major highways, and plenty of cafés just 10–15 minutes away. During our KL trip, I wanted to jot down our food stops around Petaling Jaya so I won’t forget where we went (and also help other families who want a fuss-free café experience).

Here are the cafés and restaurants we explored or short-listed around the hotel, complete with directions, distance, and what to eat.

☕ 1. Flakes SS2 — Croissant Heaven in PJ

Location: The Hub SS2

Distance from Royale Chulan Damansara: ~5–8 km

Travel Time: 10–15 minutes by Grab

Best Transport Option: Grab (Most direct and kid-friendly)

Flakes is famous for their buttery croissants and creative brunch plates. The café vibe is warm, modern, and not too cramped—perfect for families or a relaxed birthday lunch.

⭐ Signature Must-Try Dishes

• Crab-Meat Scrambled Egg Croissant – rich, creamy, buttery
• Assorted Croissants – pistachio, almond, chocolate, matcha
• Salmon with Balsamic Slaw & Paprika Aioli – light but flavourful
• Blue Choc or Yuzu Cooler – refreshing drinks the kids love

How to Get There

Since SS2 does not sit directly on the MRT line, the easiest way is:

Grab Car: Direct from Royale Chulan → Flakes (RM10–18 depending on time).

Quick, simple, and no walking required.

🍮 2. Soufflé Dessert Café (Damansara Uptown)

Distance: ~4–5 km

Travel Time: 8–12 minutes by Grab

Best Transport Option: Grab (short and easy ride)

If you’re craving something sweet or planning a dessert-style birthday treat, this café is the place. The soufflé pancakes are unbelievably fluffy.

⭐ Signature Must-Try Desserts

• Soufflé Pancakes – soft, airy, melts in your mouth
• Hazelnut-Banana Soufflé – crowd favourite
• Matcha or Chocolate Soft-Serve Creations – good for kids

How to Get There

Damansara Uptown is close to the hotel.

Grab: 8–12 minutes direct.

Parking there can be stressful, so Grab saves a lot of hassle.

🍜 3. Lovee Family Cuisine (Near Uptown / PJ Area)

Distance: ~4–6 km depending on route

Travel Time: 10–12 minutes

Transport: Grab or Drive

Perfect for a simple, homestyle Chinese meal when you want something comforting and familiar. It’s not as busy as the big SS2 restaurants, so dining is much more peaceful.

⭐ Signature Dishes to Try

• Honey-glazed char siu
• Claypot tofu
• Steamed herbal chicken
• Sweet-sour fish slices

(This place is great if you want an affordable birthday lunch option with family-friendly dishes.)

How to Get There

Grab: Direct route, quick and fuss-free.

Self-drive: Easy parking most days.