Kavitha Subramaniam
Overall, the food was alrightif youre willing to wait endlessly for it to be served.
Location: H/LG 1.00 LOWER GROUND FLOOR, Highlands Hotel, Genting Highlands, 69000 Genting Highlands, Pahang, Malaysia
Floor 0 · Highlands Hotel (Formerly known as Resort Hotel)
TANGKAK Kopitiam at Genting Highland brings the familiar flavours of a traditional Malaysian coffee shop to the Lower Ground Floor of Highlands Hotel. Known for its comforting menu that includes the popular Tom Yam Pan Mee and chicken curry rice at an accessible price point, this kopitiam has carved out a loyal following among visitors seeking a taste of home above the clouds. The warm, no-fuss setting invites you to sit down and savour honest, homestyle cooking without breaking the bank.
Beyond its signature dishes, the kopitiam offers a variety of Malaysian staples alongside classic beverages, making it a reliable stop for breakfast, lunch or a quick dinner. The curry sauce is a standout, described as exclusive and deeply flavourful, pairing perfectly with steamed rice. Portions are generous for the price, and the casual atmosphere suits families, solo travellers and groups alike who want a satisfying meal without the formality.
Whether you are a first-time visitor or a returning regular, TANGKAK Kopitiam delivers the kind of unpretentious, flavourful dining that defines Malaysia's best kopitiams. Pull up a chair, tuck into a bowl of noodles, and let the taste of home warm you in the cool highland air.
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Kavitha Subramaniam
Overall, the food was alrightif youre willing to wait endlessly for it to be served.
Syazwani binti Razak
A nice and bright Kopitiam right next to our hotel in Genting Highlands for a quick early breakfast before check out. The service was good and fast, while each of the dishes we ordered were quite.
Hui Wen Tan
Not easy to get there if you arent familiar with Genting Highlands. Its right in front of the old Genting Skyway cable car (Not the Awana SkyWay cable car), below old Genting casino.
Chia Yin Ng
clean and comfy environment, foods look so attractive, drinks consider pricy but they are selling value meal, and after midnight there's some offer.
Ming Hui Sim
Bright, nice renovation theme, clean and hygienic cafe. Open 24 hours that cater all meals with Wide choices from western to local delicacy. Visited a few times and so far everything not too bad. Launched set meal and budget meal recently.
TANGKAK Kopitiam
Tingkatan Kopitiam
Storefront with illuminated sign in Chinese characters '東甲咖啡店' and English 'TINGKATAN KOPITIAM'. A glowing triangular light frame outlines the entrance. Inside, a Malaysian flag hangs on the wall. Red decorative tassels adorn the doorway. The floor has a geometric tile pattern.
Tangkak Kopetiam Shop Front
A modern storefront with a glowing neon house-shaped frame outlining the entrance. Above the frame, illuminated Chinese characters "東甲咖啡店" (Tangkak Kopetiam) are displayed in white LED lighting. The interior is visible through glass, showing patrons seated at tables under colorful ambient lighting. The floor features a tiled pattern of beige and dark squares.
Tangkar Kopitiam Shop Front
A brightly lit storefront with neon signage displaying "東甲咖啡店" and "TANGKAR KOPITIAM" in glowing letters. A triangular LED light frame outlines the entrance door, which is decorated with red Chinese New Year decorations including vertical couplets and a large red diamond-shaped "福" (fortune) symbol. To the right of the entrance stands a tall floral arrangement in a wooden vase. Inside, festive lighting and more holiday decor are visible through the glass door. The shop appears to be located inside a shopping mall or commercial complex.
Table Setting in Café
A white table with a cup of black coffee, a small bowl of egg custard, and a dark blue menu folder. The setting includes modern chairs and wooden stools in the background.
Iced coffee drink at a café
A close-up shot of an iced coffee beverage in a plastic cup with a logo featuring a hexagon containing a coffee pot icon and Chinese characters below it. The cup has a black straw. The drink is placed on a white marble surface, with blurred background elements including food items and hands holding utensils.
Coffee and Toast Set
A white ceramic cup with a logo sits on a saucer beside two slices of toasted bread on a metallic plate, all placed on a marble surface.
Iced beverage in plastic cup with black straw
A close-up shot of an iced drink in a clear plastic cup with a black straw, sitting on a white marble table. The drink has ice cubes and bubbles, suggesting it's cold and possibly coffee or tea-based. In the background, blurred figures are visible, indicating an indoor setting like a café or restaurant. No shop signage or storefront is visible.
Breakfast Set
A close-up shot of a breakfast spread on a marble surface featuring two slices of buttered toast on a metallic plate, a cup of cappuccino with a black spoon in it, and a bowl of soft-boiled eggs. The setting suggests an indoor café or restaurant environment.
Tangkak Kopitiam Coffee Cup
A black paper cup with gold logo featuring a house outline containing a coffee cup icon, with the text 'TANGKAK KOPITIAM' below it. The cup contains a beverage with foam on top. In the blurred background, patrons are seated at tables in an indoor café setting.
Food Plate on Table
A plate with wide noodles and a breaded cutlet covered in dark sauce, served on a patterned dish with lettuce and tomato slices. A spoon rests beside the plate on a white table surface. In the background, part of another dish and a tissue box are visible.
Food Plate
A plate of food featuring a breaded cutlet atop lettuce, served with mushroom pasta garnished with parsley. The dish is presented on a blue-rimmed white ceramic plate against a plain white background.
Food Plate
A colorful plate with rice, boiled eggs, cucumber slices, fried anchovies, peanuts, crackers, and a small bowl of sauce. A spoon rests on the plate. The plate has intricate red and black patterns. The background is a white marble surface.
Noodle Bowl with Ham and Greens
A bowl of noodle soup topped with sliced ham, green onions, spinach, and a fried egg. Black chopsticks and spoon rest in the bowl. A side plate with peanuts and chips is partially visible to the left. The setting appears to be an indoor dining area with a white marble table.
Toasted Bread on Plate
A stack of toasted bread slices served on a metallic plate, held by a hand over a white marble table. In the background, there is a smartphone and eyeglasses resting on the table.
Fried Rice Dish
A plate of fried rice garnished with shredded carrots, green onions, cucumber slices, and red chili pieces on a white marble table. A plush toy resembling a ladybug is in the background. The setting appears to be indoors at a dining area.
Coffee Cup at Interior Location
A black paper cup with gold Chinese characters sits on a white surface, containing a frothy beverage. The background shows blurred interior elements including tables and people, suggesting a café setting.
Tabletop Breakfast Spread
A top-down view of a breakfast meal on a white marble surface. Includes two cups of coffee (black and brown), a bowl with soft-boiled eggs, a plate with sliced ham on lettuce, and a main dish of noodles topped with a fried egg and garnished with green onions and carrots. A small bowl of dark sauce accompanies the noodles. The plates have colorful decorative patterns. Two square toast pieces are beside one cup of coffee.
Interior Christmas Decorated Space
Modern café interior with exposed ceiling beams, circular LED lighting, and a decorated Christmas tree with ornaments, stockings, and snowman figurine. Gift bags labeled 'Merry Christmas' are placed nearby. Customers sit at tables with wooden stools; some wear Santa hats. Background shows a counter area with blue-tinted glass panels.
Close-up of a bowl of soup
A bowl of vibrant orange-red soup with round fish cakes, cilantro, and vegetables, served in a patterned ceramic bowl with black chopsticks and spoon resting on the edge.
Egg Dish in Patterned Bowl
A close-up shot of a soft-boiled egg with runny yolk served in a decorative bowl featuring yellow and blue floral patterns on white ceramic. The dish is placed on a light-colored surface, possibly marble or laminate. A spoon rests partially submerged in the egg mixture. No shop signage, storefront, or printed materials are visible.
Tea Cup at Tangerine Sweet Tea Shop
A white ceramic cup filled with tea sits on a matching saucer, both bearing the shop's logo — a stylized house with a teacup inside and Chinese characters below. A black spoon rests in the cup. The setting is indoors, on a white table, with condiment shakers and a QR code order station visible in the background. Green chairs are partially seen in the distance.
Interior dining area
A spacious indoor food court with tiled floors in geometric patterns of beige, brown, blue, and black. Several patrons are seated at white tables with chairs, some facing a counter or service area. A digital screen displays information on the wall. On the right, a neon sign shaped like a house is mounted on a textured wall. The ceiling has recessed lighting and a security camera. No menus or printed materials are clearly visible.
Food Dish on Plate
A plate of curry rice with chicken, a fried egg, carrots, and bean sprouts in a rich orange sauce. The dish is served on an ornate white ceramic plate with a spoon resting beside it. The background is a clean white marble surface.
Food Plate at Restaurant
A plate of Nasi Lemak with fried chicken, egg, peanuts, cucumber slices, sambal sauce, and crackers on a decorative patterned plate. A spoon rests beside the plate. In the background, there are fries with lettuce and tomato, small bowls of condiments, and a printed menu or flyer showing similar dishes. The setting appears to be indoors on a white table.
Restaurant Interior
Modern dining space with marble tables, wooden stools, and a large hanging floral arrangement. Circular ceiling lights illuminate the area. A few patrons are seated at tables or the counter. The walls are textured concrete, and there is an open view to the back service area.
Colorful beverage in a plastic cup with two straws
A close-up shot of a blue-colored drink topped with colorful jelly-like toppings and ice cubes, served in a transparent plastic cup with two black straws. The background shows blurred indoor seating and tables, suggesting a café or restaurant interior.
Fried Rice Dish
A close-up shot of a serving of fried rice on a wooden plate with a fork and spoon resting beside it. The dish contains visible ingredients such as corn kernels, chopped green onions, bean sprouts, scrambled eggs, and red chili pieces. The plate has a natural wood finish and is placed on a light-colored surface.
Interior of shopping mall corridor
Wide indoor corridor with tiled floor featuring geometric patterns in beige, black, blue, and brown. Several people are walking or standing near a storefront with illuminated signage and red decorative elements. To the right, there is a seating area with tables and chairs separated by red stanchions. A directional sign above indicates 'Genting' and Chinese characters. The ceiling has recessed lighting. No menu boards or printed materials visible.
Soup in decorative bowl with chopsticks
A close-up shot of a bowl filled with a reddish-orange broth containing fish balls, crab sticks, and garnished with fresh cilantro. The bowl has intricate blue and white patterns. A pair of black chopsticks rests on the edge of the bowl.
Food on Table
A bowl with a decorative patterned rim containing two orange-colored spheres resting in a white creamy substance, accompanied by a black spoon. The bowl sits on a white table surface. In the background, red paper decorations are partially visible.
Tabletop Food and Beverage
A bowl of soft-boiled eggs with two yolks in a decorative patterned bowl, accompanied by a cup of frothy coffee on a white marble surface. A spoon rests in the egg bowl, and another in the coffee cup. The saucer has handwritten Chinese characters.
Digital Display and Menu Stand
A large digital screen mounted on a textured wall displays an image of a noodle dish with a '24 HOURS' clock icon and Chinese characters. Below the screen, a black stand holds a printed menu featuring images of food dishes. The background shows part of a modern interior with glass block windows and a counter area.
Shopping Mall Interior
Interior view of a shopping mall with tiled floors featuring geometric patterns in beige, black, blue, and pink. A modern storefront with illuminated neon trim is on the left; people are seen walking or sitting nearby. Above, directional signs point to Genting Casino, Genting Grand, SkyAvenue Complex, and Arena of Stars. The area appears clean and well-lit with artificial lighting.
Food Presentation
A dish served on a banana leaf featuring a mound of white rice topped with a green leaf, surrounded by boiled eggs, broccoli, abalone, crispy crackers, peanuts, and two small bowls of condiments. The food is arranged neatly on a white plate.
Interior of a modern café or restaurant
The interior features industrial-style lighting with circular LED fixtures, exposed ceiling pipes, and a central decorative arrangement of dried plants. Customers are seated at white tables with chairs, some on stools. The walls have textured finishes and recessed lighting. A large blue-tinted glass wall is visible in the background. Several people are dining or using their phones. There's a counter area with staff and equipment behind it. No signage or menus clearly visible.
Bowl of shaved ice with toppings
A mound of yellow shaved ice in a golden bowl sits on a gold tray with three small golden cups containing yellow tapioca pearls, dark purple jelly pearls, and white milk sauce. The setting appears to be indoors with blurred background furniture.
Interior Decorated Space
A modern indoor setting with large hanging floral arrangements in white and beige tones, accented by red paper lanterns. Circular LED lighting fixtures hang from the ceiling, and patrons are seated at tables. The ambiance suggests a café or restaurant interior with contemporary design elements.
Food Plate
A colorful plate with rice, fried chicken, boiled eggs, cucumber slices, peanuts, crackers, and a small bowl of sauce. A spoon rests on the plate. A red beverage container is partially visible to the right. The setting appears to be indoors on a white table.
Sandwich on wooden board
A golden-brown bread sandwich with egg, sauce drizzles, and lettuce served on purple-and-white checkered paper atop a wooden cutting board.
Interior of a café
Modern café interior with marble tables, wooden stools, and light green chairs. Staff in black uniforms are seen near the counter. A large glass block wall displays blue lighting. Circular pendant lights hang from the ceiling. A tall floral arrangement is on the right side.
Noodle Dish with Soup
A bowl of noodles topped with a soft-boiled egg, minced meat, mushrooms, fried shallots, and two small containers of condiments (one brown, one red). Beside it is a bowl of clear soup with two white dumplings and chopped green onions. Black chopsticks rest on the plate. The setting is a clean white marble table. No signage or storefront visible.
Toasted Bread on Plate
A single slice of toasted bread cut into four triangular pieces rests in a dark gray ceramic dish with handles. The bread has a golden-brown crust and a soft, pale interior. The plate sits on a plain light-colored surface against a neutral background.
Digital Display Ad
A mounted digital screen displaying a promotional image of a noodle dish in a blue-toned setting with the shop name '東甲咖啡店' and '24 HOURS' logo. The display also features a 'Pork Free' badge. The screen is set against a textured beige wall.
Tabletop breakfast spread
A marble table with assorted breakfast dishes including noodles topped with a fried egg, toast slices, two cups of coffee, a bowl of soup with tapioca pearls, and another dish with soft-boiled eggs in a patterned bowl. A QR code stand is also present.
Korean-style wrap on wooden board
A Korean-style wrap with kimchi, sausage, lettuce, and tomato wrapped in a tortilla, served on a wooden board lined with purple-and-white checkered paper.
Nasi Lemak Special Advertisement
A printed promotional poster for a Nasi Lemak Special dish with a 'Must Try' label, priced at RM 25.90, with a 30-minute waiting time. The poster features an image of the meal including rice, fried chicken, peanuts, boiled eggs, cucumber slices, and sambal. A logo resembling a house with a teacup is present below the food image.
Noodle Bowl with Side Dish
A bowl of noodles topped with minced meat, fried fish flakes, mushrooms, dark leafy vegetables, a soft-boiled egg, and chopped green onions. A small side dish with two fish balls in broth sits beside it. Black chopsticks rest on the edge of the bowl. The setting is a white marble countertop.
Interior of a modern café or lounge
The image shows an indoor setting with large hanging floral installations featuring white hydrangeas and dried grasses. Modern lighting fixtures hang above. A man and a child are seated at a table in the foreground, while other tables and stools are visible in the background. The space has exposed ceiling pipes and concrete walls, suggesting a contemporary design.
Fried Rice Dish
A plate of fried rice garnished with bean sprouts, cucumber slices, and mixed vegetables served on a decorative ceramic plate with blue and brown tile patterns. A metal spoon rests beside the dish.
Menu Display
A printed menu page featuring cold beverages under the heading 'Elegance' with various drink options labeled E001 to E020. The drinks are presented in cups and a black travel cup on a wooden surface. A second menu section titled 'Local Food' is partially visible to the left. The setting appears to be indoors, likely at a table or counter.
Food Plate with Stuffed Toy
A close-up shot of a plate containing rice topped with a fried egg, curry chicken, and potato in a reddish-orange sauce, garnished with chopped green onions. The plate has a decorative border with geometric patterns. In the background on a marble surface lies a plush toy resembling an ant or bug with red body and black limbs.
Tangkak Kopitiam Menu Cover
A printed menu cover featuring food photography on a wooden table with multiple dishes including rice bowls with fried chicken, eggs, cucumbers, and sauces; one cup of dark beverage; and plates with noodles and fried chicken. The top banner reads 'TANGKAK KOPITIAM | FOOD & DRINK | SINCE 2012' in English and Chinese characters.
Toasted Sandwich on Metal Plate
Two golden-brown toasted sandwich halves are placed on a metallic plate. The bread appears lightly toasted with a soft interior, cut diagonally. The plate has a reflective surface, resting on a light-colored countertop.
Restaurant Menu Flyer
A printed menu flyer with a glossy surface showing food images and text. The top of the page reads 'SUPER VALUE SET' and includes prices like 'ONLY RM19.9'. Visible dishes include Siham Kuey Teok, Mala Fried Rice, Kampung Fried Rice, and beverages. A small logo resembling a house is on a cup in the bottom right corner.
Signature Mix Drinks Menu Display
A printed menu page featuring six signature mixed drinks in plastic cups with branding and garnishes like lemon slices, mint leaves, chili peppers, and pandan leaves. The cups are arranged on a wooden surface. The top of the page has 'Signature Mix' written in English and Chinese. A partial view of another menu section labeled 'Local Food' is visible to the left.
Menu Catalogue Page
A printed menu page from a food and drink establishment since 2012, featuring multiple dishes with fried chicken, rice, noodles, eggs, cucumber slices, peanuts, and a cup of coffee. The bottom includes social media icons and the shop name 'TANGKAK Kopitiam & 东甲咖啡店'.
Tangkak Kopitiam Menu
A printed food and drink menu from Tangkak Kopitiam since 2012, featuring images of various dishes including rice bowls with fried chicken, eggs, peanuts, cucumber slices, and a cup of coffee. The menu includes icons indicating seafood, prawns, and peanuts as ingredients.
Seafood Pot
A top-down view of a metal pot filled with a red-orange broth containing shrimp, squid rings, egg, enoki mushrooms, lime slices, tomatoes, tofu, and cilantro. The dish is presented on a plain white background.
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