If you’re having a weekend trip in JB and are looking for a short respite from the heat, you might want to check out the excellent dessert places that can be found in the city. From pretty matcha cakes to innovative bingsu, here are the best dessert spots in Johor Bahru (JB).
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If matcha desserts and drinks sound like your thing, check out Slow Day Cafe at Mount Austin. Their glorious Matcha Cake (RM28), which is said to be soft, earthy, and pleasantly sweet, is a fan favourite. Alternatively, try the Genmaicha Cake (RM28), with aromatic nuttiness and hints of roasted brown rice. For a drink, the Strawberry Matcha (RM17.90) is a good pick, featuring three beautiful layers of sweet strawberry compote, fresh milk, and a matcha shot.
Read our Slow Day Cafe coverage.
Address: No. 2-01, Jalan Austin Heights 7/8, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 12pm to 6:30pm, Fri-Sun 12pm to 10pm
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Slow Day Cafe is not halal-certified.
Cheevit Cheeva is a popular Thai dessert chain with over 10 outlets worldwide, including one in JB’s Mount Austin. Try the Shokupan Thai Tea Sang-Ka-Ya Bingsu (RM34), with Thai tea-flavoured shaved ice, crispy shokupan bits, and thick Thai tea cream. If toast is more your thing, go for the Toast Pandan Sang-Ka-Ya (RM32), a thick shokupan slice topped with sweet pandan sauce, coconut shreds, and creamy coconut ice cream.
Read our Cheevit Cheeva coverage.
Address: 23 GF, Jalan Austin Heights 8/1, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 1pm to 11pm, Fri 1pm to 11:30pm, Sat 12:30pm to 11:30pm, Sun 12:30pm to 11pm
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Cheevit Cheeva is not halal-certified.
Oh My Ice, a Korean cafe that doubles as a tufting studio, is the place to be if you want effortlessly pretty desserts and drinks. Just look at the house-made Strawberry Cream Cake (RM23), starring a heaping dollop of cream covering layers of airy sponge and strawberry jam within. Drinks such as the Castle In The Sky (RM23) and Glowing Sunset (RM16), which is topped by cotton candy, are equally gorgeous as well.
Read our Oh My Ice coverage.
Address: 122a, Jalan Gaya 1, Taman Gaya, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Tue-Sun 12pm to 9pm
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Oh My Ice is not halal-certified.
Four Beans is a popular dessert chain with nine outlets across JB. We checked out the one at Mount Austin, and enjoyed the World of Taro Soy Beancurd (RM16+), which combined creamy taro and soft beancurd. It comes with brown sugar and soya milk on the side, which you can add according to your liking. We were also fans of the Black Sesame Shaved Ice with Taro Ball (RM20+), where a pile of shaved black sesame ice is topped with a scoop of sweet red bean paste and chewy taro balls.
Read our Four Beans coverage.
Address: No 71, GF, L009, Jalan Austin Heights 8/1, Taman Austin Heights, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 2pm to 10:30pm, Fri 2pm to 11pm, Sat 1pm to 11pm, Sun 1pm to 10:30pm
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Four Beans is halal-certified.
You’ll find Morihana Pastry in Eco Spring Labs, the retail park with colourful shophouses and exciting eats. This cafe is known for its cute, dainty treats, such as the Azure (RM24+), a cake that’s shaped like a pastel blue sphere, with a crown of flowers balancing on it. There’s also the Rose Watermelon Cake (RM20+): inspired by the famous Black Star Pastry in Australia, this delicate cube is layered with almond cake, cream, lychee, strawberry, and a wedge of watermelon.
Read our Morihana Pastry coverage.
Address: Lot B, Jalan Ekoflora Utama, Taman Ekoflora, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Tue, Thurs-Sun 12pm to 7pm
Tel: +60 16-766 5613
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Morihana Pastry is not halal-certified but uses no pork or lard.
With a 4.8-star rating on Google Maps, Manzanita Patisserie & Boulangerie is widely praised for its cosy interiors and well-crafted desserts. The Mango Mousse and Passion Fruit Gelee (RM15.80++) comes in vibrant yellow, layering cream, fresh mango, and mango jam for a sweet-tangy treat. There’s also the Earl Grey Red Velvet Mousse Cake (RM16++), which infuses Earl Grey tea with a sweet red velvet taste—we found that it strikes a good balance between the sweet and earthy flavours.
Read our Manzanita Patisserie & Boulangerie coverage.
Address: 1 Jalan Eco Botanic 3/4, Taman Eco Botanic, 79100 Iskandar Puteri, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
Tel: +60 19-772 0754
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Manzanita Patisserie & Boulangerie is not halal-certified.
While there’s a dipndip outlet in Singapore, you might want to check out the Mid Valley Southkey JB outlet for its cheaper price. This cafe focuses on chocolate desserts, using rich Belgian chocolate in every dish. Try the Pancake Brownie Club (RM35), with buttermilk pancakes, house-made brownies, and fresh strawberries, topped with milk, dark, and white chocolate from their fountains. Another crowd favourite is the Fettuccine Crepe (RM39.50), with shredded crepes that look like pasta drenched in milk chocolate.
Read our Dipndip Singapore review.
Address: G-017, The Mall Mid Valley, Jalan Bakar Batu, Southkey, 80150 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Tel: +60 3-2202 2672
Opening hours: Daily 10am to 10pm
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Dipndip is halal-certified.
Re Patisserie is a Korean-inspired dessert café near JB customs, with a minimalist interior of wooden tones and rattan chairs that’s great for the ‘gram. The menu changes often, but we tried the Happy Nut (RM23+), a choux puff filled with pistachio cream and topped with crunchy pistachio bits. Another highlight was the Cloud Hill (RM29+), a fruit tart layered with cream and a hint of bourbon. Pair your desserts with an Iced Espresso Matcha (from RM17+) for an earthy finish.
Read our Re Patisserie coverage.
Address: 77, Jalan Kemuning, Taman Melodies, 80250 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Wed-Mon 11:30am to 7:30pm
Tel: +60 18-781 3466
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Re Patisserie is not halal-certified.
The Blue Door Coffee House is a spacious cafe offering a range of trendy matcha and pistachio drinks and desserts. A must-try treat is the Matchamisu (RM22): coffee-soaked ladyfingers with matcha mascarpone. Also consider getting the Pistachio Cookies Mochi Croissant (RM18), a flaky croissant filled with chewy mochi and topped with smooth pistachio cream. Pair it with a Matcha Ah Yuzu (RM20) for a sweet-tangy, earthy drink.
Read our The Blue Door Coffee House coverage.
Address: 36A, Jalan Austin Height 7/8, Taman Mount Austin, 81100 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Mon-Thurs 11am to 10pm, Fri 11am to 12am, Sat 10:30am to 12am, Sun 10:30am to 11pm
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The Blue Door Coffee House is not halal-certified but uses no pork or lard.
If you love Korean-inspired cafes, Yeon Cafe in Taman Pelangi is well worth the visit. It’s just a 10-minute drive from JB customs and features a cosy, minimalist interior that comes complete with fluffy cushions, macrame runners, and pastel flowers. Don’t leave without trying the Genmaicha Mochi Tart (RM12+), a warm buttery tart filled with soft, chewy mochi and topped with crispy cookie crumbs. Beyond desserts, the cafe also serves Japanese-inspired mains, including Salmon Yuzu Ochazuke (RM33+), comprising rice immersed in broth with crispy yuzu-glazed salmon. Finally, wash it all down with a glass of creamy Raspberry Milk (RM15+).
Address: 12, Jalan Perang, Taman Pelangi, 80400 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: Daily 10:30am to 10pm
Tel: +60 18-385 6899
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Yeon Cafe is not halal-certified but serves no pork or lard.
Maco Cafe is a must-visit if you’re a fan of mille crepe cakes, with more than 30 flavours to choose from. Beyond classics, they offer unique options such as Pandan Kaya, French Chestnut, Musang Durian, Oolong Peach Tea, and Rum & Raisin. To go with your cake, get one of their Little Bear on Ice Bath drinks—iced blends topped with a teddy bear-shaped ice block. These come in coffee and non-coffee versions, including Hazelnut (RM22.90) and Oreo (RM22.90).
Website | Full list outlets
Maco Cafe is not halal-certified.
Dekori Premium Cafe is a cosy dessert spot in The Commune Lifestyle Mall. Popular for its kakigori, the Japanese shaved ice dessert that comes in flavours such as Mango Cheese (RM19.90), Matcha (RM21.90), Thai Milk Tea (RM21.90), and Strawberry Yogurt (RM26.90). Each bowl is generously portioned, making it ideal for sharing or enjoying on your own. Beyond desserts, the cafe also serves savoury bites, including Soy Garlic Chicken Popcorn (RM16.90) and a Chicken Ham Egg Sandwich (RM14.90).
Website | Full list of outlets
Dekori Premium Cafe is not halal-certified.
Warong Tokyah is a popular cafe serving both traditional and modern desserts, alongside Malay breakfast dishes. What sets it apart is its buffet-style concept—customers simply grab a plate and pick from a wide spread, with prices starting as low as RM1. Expect to find traditional kueh such as tepung gomak and kaswi gedik santan, as well as nasi lemak bungkus, satay, and bergedil. They also offer made-to-order specialities, including Nasi Goreng Salai (RM12) and Mee Goreng (RM10).
Read our Warong Tokyah coverage.
Address: The Kuarters, JKR 2384, Jalan Pahlawan, Yahya Awal, 80100 Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia
Opening hours: Daily 8am to 5pm
Tel: +60 19-719 4876
Warong Tokyah is halal-certified.
Fufu Cafe & Dessert Bar is known for their elaborate desserts. Their signature plated waffles are made in-house and are themed around various countries. These include Malaysia (RM29), where pandan waffle meets kaya orange gelato, palm sugar, shredded coconut and more, and Japan (RM35), where black charcoal waffle is joined by yame matcha gelato, red beans, and fresh strawberry. Also check out their speciality coffee such as Emerald Dream (RM22), which combines an espresso shot with oat milk, black tea, and matcha!
Address: 226, Jalan Tun Abdul Razak, Wadi Hana, 80000 Johor Bahru, Johor Darul Ta’zim, Malaysia
Opening hours: Wed-Mon 1:11pm to 11:11pm
Tel: +60 16-697 7721
Fufu Cafe & Dessert Bar is halal-certified.
Enjoy traditional Asian dessert soups and shaved ice at JustWant Dessert. Their standout item is the Pistachio Paste (RM$15.90), a rich and creamy treat with a delightful nutty aroma. Other similar options include the classic Black Sesame Paste (RM10.90) and Peanut Paste (RM10.90), or both in the same both with the Yin Yang Paste (RM11.90). For shaved ice, consider the Cendol (RM7.90), ABC Ice Kacang (RM9.90), and Mango Watermelon Shaved Ice (15.90).
Website | Full list of outlets
JustWant Dessert is not halal-certified.
These were some of the best dessert spots in Johor Bahru. For more great food places in the city, read our ultimate JB food guide. For matcha cafes, read our best matcha cafes in JB guide.
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