Being a local in Ipoh who previously studied in the busy capital of
Malaysia, I could not help but notice new cafés popping up here and there in
town during every occasional visit I make to my hometown. Some
coffee or brunch spots even closed down after a year or less. Needless to say, F & B outlets have always been competitive, even in a small town like Ipoh. It is no surprise that there were lesser crowds of young souls patronising these cafes in
this retirees’ town compared to the city, because I have to honestly admit that some cafes in Ipoh do serve below-average food
at exorbitant prices.
However, there's one particular café that I've always heard of, i.e. Pâtisserie BoutiQue which is accompanied with tons
of great reviews, but I just never had the chance to try it myself. Already
almost three years operating, I was convinced that I was set for a mind blowing
experience.
The Parisian-themed café features many French elements, such as Eiffel
tower figurines and mural. Above the French style windows, the word “Gateux”
was artistically painted. The word means “cake” in French, and that points to
the café’s specialty in bakery. The cakes and pastries were displayed at the
counter. However, my friends and I were more interested in having our main
courses instead, as the choices available were very limited at the time. They were
probably still sitting in the oven. The menu was
written all over the wall behind the counter. My friend and I were in the mood for
sandwiches and croissants. So, we shared the two types of dishes.Thus, we ordered
Chicken Ham, Omelette & Cheese and the All Day Big Breakfast.
All Day Big Breakfast (RM18)
I love how perfectly well the salmon was cooked. Smoked salmon is my
second most preferable way of eating salmon, after sashimi.
As a salmon lover, I am truly impressed! The freshly baked croissant goes well
with almost everything else on the platter. The scrambled eggs were perfectly
done too. It had the right amount of moisture and its texture was amazingly
smooth.
Brunch partners
The two slices of wholemeal bread was topped with the golden yellow omelette and two slices of neatly folded chicken ham. At its side, the fresh garden salad balanced the main course well. The chicken ham was slightly salty, not too much to my liking, but the taste was made balanced by the bread. The sandwich indeed goes well with the delicious omelette in the middle.
Chicken Ham, Omelette & Cheese Sandwich (RM16)
Iced lemon tea RM 10
Took a sip of their iced lemon tea and its taste was intense, yet
invigorating. Absolutely wonderful for a sunny day.
The smoked duck carbonara spaghetti ordered by my friend. The pasta
here in Pâtisserie BoutiQue is well recommended too. Maybe next time. Will definitely
be back for many other items on the menu too, especially their signature
desserts and jacket potatoes!
Address: 103, Jalan Sultan Yusuff, 30000 Ipoh, Perak, Malaysia
Operating hours: 11AM-6PM, Closed on Wednesdays.
Love the vintage feel to the cafe with some old historical markings. Ipoh sure is popping up with many cafes!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great place for brunch. I am so drooling over your All Day Big Breakfast. Everything I love in a plate!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a great place, wanting to try the Chicken Ham, Omelette & Cheese Sandwich!!
ReplyDeletelooks good, stayed Ipoh for 5 and half years. I sure missed Ipoh so much, stayed when in 90s time :D
ReplyDeleteThe food looks good and big. lol! I need to try it next time! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteEverything looks so yummy!! I want to eat everything there. hhaaha
ReplyDeleteI guess I better go eat dinner now.
the name, Pâtisserie BoutiQue is so cool like that. would try it out when in Ipoh
ReplyDeleteYou should try their Salmon Carbonara too!
ReplyDeleteThat one so yummy!
I always know that Ipoh has a lot of brunch cafe!! Have yet to visit Ipoh =D This cafe is really pretty!
ReplyDeleteI like the ambience of the cafe ! The price of the food quite affordable ~ Would like to try when i visit ipoh ^^
ReplyDeleteThe ambiance looks lovely dear plus the pricing for the dishes look good too. Next time I am around Ipoh, will certainly check it out.
ReplyDeleteguess i can finish up the big bfast set, it look so yummie le!
ReplyDeletei love to have a good brunch, even though some say breakfast is the more important meal. What to do, cannot wake up :D
ReplyDeletelooks really yummy! Glad to see Ipoh has so much to offer nowadays!
ReplyDeleteGreat suggestion for my coming short trip, thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteGreat! Now that I know Ipoh got many cafes also, can drop by for sunday brunch too.
ReplyDeleteI've already gone to Malaysia but not yet go to Ipoh. Next time I will be there . Your photo's so nice and look yummy :)
ReplyDeleteWhy so far sobs but I can share with my sis who always goes to ipoh!
ReplyDeleteNow I know other places to go to for brunch when I'm Ipoh!
ReplyDeleteIs a nice place to have a tea date, just you are Ipoh lang as well ya? If yes, really need to have some yum cha session with you in future ^.^
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