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At first glance, The Pocket on Jalan Sungai Besi could easily be mistaken for just another forgotten row — the kind of shoplots you speed past on the way to somewhere shinier
The walls are raw concrete, the beams are exposed, and the whole place looks like it's still under renovation.
But step inside, and suddenly… boom. Bagels, matcha, and even a fragrance lab. Like someone dropped Brooklyn into Pudu and said, "Here, have fun."
Scrappy Dough is the bagel joint making waves here, offering playful spins like Kam Heong Chicken bagels, Kombu Butter spreads, and even syrup bandung schmears
Pair it with their fluffy focaccia bakes and you'll understand why this stall is fast becoming the heart of The Pocket.
Right across, Looozer is shaking up KL's matcha scene with drinks that range from delicate to downright playful
The Peach Matcha and Sakura Matcha are already cult favourites, while the Coconut Matcha is the tropical surprise you didn't know you needed.
Whether you're team classic Houjicha Latte or adventurous Strawberry Matcha, this spot guarantees your weekend café crawl gets a brand-new signature drink.
Next door, The Boy Cried Wolf serves up popsicles and gelato for those who'd rather cool off than caffeinate.
Then there's CSTONE, a local scent and wellness brand that's turned part of The Pocket into a minimalist fragrance lab
The shop is a mood on its own — minimalist shelves stacked with handmade perfumes, room mists, and lifestyle goods that make you want to redecorate your entire home.
And, surprise within a surprise: inside CSTONE is a café nook called A Cup Of_, where they whip up Japanese-style matcha drinks. Mondays come with 10% off. (You're welcome.)
Every corner in The Pocket feels like a new discovery
Art galleries, ramen shops, design studios, pop-up workshops — it's less a café hub and more an ever-changing playground where KL's young and restless can eat, shop, and create under one roof.
No wonder they call it "a hidden pocket in Sungai Besi where cafés, workshops, and creatives collide".
Here's where you can find The Pocket
Address:
139, Jalan Sungai Besi, Pudu, 57100 Kuala Lumpur
Opening hours:
8am to 9pm (Fridays to Wednesdays)
Closed on Thursdays.
