How long will my food take?

During off-peak hours (like weekday evenings), 2 minutes. During busy periods or Sundays, 40 minutes to over an hour.

Can I refill my tea with hot water?

No. Staff enforce a no-refill policy even for hot tea purchased at RM6.90.

Is this a good spot for families?

Yes, if you visit on quieter weekdays. Kids' meals are well-received, staff are attentive to families, but weekend service is unpredictable.

Kenny Rogers Roasters • IOI Mall Puchong

3.2(206) 54 composite score See reviews on Google moderate

Specialty Coffee

Kenny Rogers Roasters • IOI Mall Puchong

Price: moderate
Service: Specialty Coffee
Reviews: 206

What recent reviews say

When service clicks here, it clicks fast: meals land in under two minutes, chicken stays juicy, and staff treat families well. But the branch fights with its own momentum. Wait times stretch past an hour, Sunday staffing collapses to two people, and portions shrink unpredictably. Worn plates and chairs underscore a place that feels starved of investment while customers pay full price.

The real friction points are operational. One regular lost it when asked to pay RM6.90 for tea with no hot water refills-a policy that stings compared to competitors. Delivery mix-ups happen. When the branch runs lean, it leans into frustration. Still, the food itself earns consistent praise, and off-peak visits land better service.

Praised for

tender, juicy chicken
friendly, attentive staff
fast service at quieter times
affordable menu items
clean dining space

Watch-outs

long wait times during busy hours
inconsistent portion sizes
worn furniture and tableware
slow service despite light crowds
understaffing on peak days

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Best for: Families with young children visiting during quieter weekday hours.

Think twice if: You need reliable service on weekends, expect generous portions, or dislike paying for minimal water refills.

Strengths

tender chicken consistently praised
welcoming to families with young children
quick service during low-traffic hours

Worth knowing

Typical wait time during peak hours exceeds one hour
Sunday operations observed with only two staff members
Hot tea priced at RM6.90 with no complimentary water refills
Chicken portions inconsistently smaller than expected for price point
Worn tableware and furniture noted as out of place for meal cost
Sub-two-minute service recorded during Wednesday evening off-peak visit

How it compares

Rated 3.2 against a 4.34 average across the 100 specialty coffee businesses listed here.
Has more Google reviews than 46% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

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Common questions

How long will my food take?: During off-peak hours (like weekday evenings), 2 minutes. During busy periods or Sundays, 40 minutes to over an hour.
Can I refill my tea with hot water?: No. Staff enforce a no-refill policy even for hot tea purchased at RM6.90.
Is this a good spot for families?: Yes, if you visit on quieter weekdays. Kids' meals are well-received, staff are attentive to families, but weekend service is unpredictable.

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