Slowork Coffee & Matcha

Here’s another restaurant at Ara Damansara to try! They serve a mixture of local delights such as curry laksa, mee Jawa and prawn noodles, and also western fare like chicken chop. I thoroughly enjoyed my Thai curry laksa - the broth had the right level of ‘lemak’ and spiciness. The cendol was a hit too, the gula Melaka being the star of this dessert. The rest is the food was yummy too.

Visited in May 2025 during a weekend dinner hour. The restaurant has a simple setup and isn’t very spacious, but it offers outdoor seating as well. It wasn’t crowded when we went on a Sunday evening, which made for a pleasant dining experience. We tried their signature Thai Laksa, which I found delicious. It had a generous amount of coconut milk (santan), giving it a rich, curry laksa-like taste. The portion was also quite generous. Another signature dish we tried was the Mee Jawa. The noodles came with a thick, sweet potato-tomato-based gravy. The portion was generous as well. It wasn’t bad, but personally, I preferred the Thai Laksa over this. We also had their Super Cendol, which was unique. Instead of the usual rough shaved ice, this version had a bingsu-style fine ice texture that melted smoothly in the mouth. It came with red bean paste and jelly. The red bean wasn’t overly sweet, which paired well with the cendol. While some might find it different from traditional cendol, I actually enjoyed the variation. The fine ice also didn’t melt too quickly, which was a nice touch. Overall, this is a nice neighbourhood restaurant in Ara Damansara that’s worth trying & the price for noodle is reasonable.

I visited the place many times. The famous is cendol and thai laksa which authentic but the funny thing is the cendol size always not the same, when inquired the cafe owner for the reason, it gives me funny answer, so I will not returned. It is the matter of honesty and hospitality that matter to me for a dining experience but foods wise is above average.

Ordered the Supreme Pasta and Salted Egg Chicken Rice. Loved the juicy, crispy grilled chicken and the generous portions. The food was delicious and satisfying. Their latte also good. The café has a modern and trendy concept, but its location in the parking area behind the shop lots means cleanliness plays a big role in the overall experience. Unfortunately, the garbage and untidy surroundings in front of the café detract from its otherwise appealing aesthetic. With better upkeep of the surrounding area, the café's ambiance would match the quality of its food much better. .

What an underrated place! Please do visit this place if you're looking for authentic Mee Jawa. Flavour and portion was a very good surprise. Coffee was well made for its price point as well.