Ipoh is definitely one of the paradise for delicious food and beverages in a lot of cuisines. One of the hidden gems to discover for all the foodies is Hippi Garden Cafe, a small local restaurant that combines Japanese flavors with a serene garden ambiance.

Hippi Garden Cafe, A Halal Japanese Restaurant

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Get ready to explore the captivating interiors, get a glimpse of their signature menus, and what to can expect during your visit.

Address	352 Jalan Taman Meru 4 Taman Meru, Jelapang, 30020 Ipoh, Perak
Operating Hour	Monday – Thursday, 9am – 12pm Friday, Saturday & Sunday – CLOSED
Contact	014-247 3500
Social Media	Facebook | Instagram

The operating hours will be changed according to some reasons. Make sure to check out their social media to keep updated with it.

Owned By Muslim Malay-Japanese Couple

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Hippi Garden Cafe is a small restaurant located in the local neighborhood of Meru. Mazwira Malik and his Japanese wife, Keiko Iwade have been the founders of this restaurant since 2020.

Interiors Like Every Kampung-Style House

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Stepping into this amazing restaurant, visitors will be welcomed by the local Kampung-style house in the garden. There are also a few antique and woody items as the decorations around the restaurant.

The interior of this restaurant is humble and minimalist with rustic warung vibes, yet has a homely charm. Please take note that the seats in this restaurant are limited. They can only serve 10 people at one time with only four tables available. Enough with the interiors, how about the food?

Savour The Japanese Taste @ Hippi Garden Cafe

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Hippi Garden Cafe’s menu is a delightful blend of traditional Japanese dishes and inventive creations that cater to various palates. Some of the menus that keep people coming back for more are Katsu Burger, Karaage Bento, and Katsu Chicken Bento.

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Additionally, a meal is not complete without a drink. All drinks in this restaurant are special and unique in terms of colors and taste. For first-timers, try their best drinks which are Coffee Cube Milk and Air Limau Special.

Click here to check out the menu that is available to choose from.

Get Ready To Queue @ Hippi Garden Cafe

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As mentioned before, the seats are really limited. Get ready to see the long line and queue to have a taste of real Japanese cuisine here.

The plus point that will make people love this place is the warm and friendly owners with a welcoming environment, that makes such good remarks for this cafe.

Overall, this place is a hidden gem for Malaysians seeking authentic Japanese cuisine in a serene garden setting. From its unique interiors to its signature menus that will impress your taste buds, it promises a dining experience like no other. Don’t miss the chance to discover this enchanting gem. Also, check out these caves in Ipoh to add to your staycation bucket list.