Unknown Cafe & Bistro Eco Series — Restaurant in Penang

Unknown Cafe & Bistro @ Eco Series – A Stylish Spot with Comfort, Creativity & Plenty of Seating

Located in the peaceful and modern Eco Series of Juru Auto-City, Unknown Cafe & Bistro is a cozy yet spacious cafe that surprises you with its charm and culinary quality. As you step inside, you're greeted by warm, minimalist interiors filled with greenery, soft lighting, and a welcoming vibe that makes you feel instantly relaxed. Whether you're visiting with family, catching up with friends, or looking for a quiet space to work or unwind, the ample seating both indoor and outdoor makes it easy to find a comfortable spot, even during peak hours.

The food here is a delightful fusion of Western comfort dishes and local Asian favorites, elevated with thoughtful presentation and bold flavors. From hearty grilled meats to fusion pastas and rice bowls with a twist, everything is prepared with attention to detail. Their brunch offerings are satisfying and generously portioned, perfect for late mornings or light lunches. What sets the experience apart is the consistent quality across the menu nothing feels rushed or generic. The flavors are well-balanced, and the portions leave you feeling content without being overwhelmed.

On the beverage side, their coffee game is strong, with aromatic blends and smooth textures that satisfy both casual drinkers and caffeine enthusiasts. There are also unique house specials that blend espresso with refreshing ingredients like coconut and fruit infusions. Their matcha and chocolate-based drinks are popular too, crafted with just the right amount of sweetness. For dessert lovers, the cafe offers rich and creamy choices that round off your meal beautifully from silky cheesecakes to warm lava cakes that melt in your mouth.

Another standout feature is how spacious and comfortable the environment is. You won’t feel cramped or rushed, even on weekends. The layout offers a good mix of private corners and group seating areas, with wide parking available just outside, making it super convenient for large groups or gatherings.

In summary, Unknown Cafe & Bistro is a must-visit if you're around Juru or Auto-City. With its beautiful setting, flavorful dishes, great coffee, and plenty of space to sit back and relax, it's an ideal destination for any occasion whether it's a casual coffee break, a birthday brunch, or a quiet solo meal. It’s the kind of place that easily becomes a go to spot once...

Service and ambience are superb. But I'm a person who aims for the taste, especially for this price range. Ordered signature grill chicken, XL fried chicken, and Angus beef butter rice.

The rice is a disappointment. RM60, the portion is a palm size bowl (no kidding). Taste wise, not to my liking. XL fried chicken too dry, felt like not many people ordered this, and it might sit at their fryer for too long. The signature grill chicken is the decent among the three, but still nowhere near my expectations of returning for it (I mean it's their signature, and it costs almost RM30). The sauce, black pepper a bit too spicy and bitter (not the best I tasted), tomyum sauce ok (but not enough to return for more).

Drinks not so sure, a bit costly, might be their specialty I guess? Ordered honey lemon, felt like no honey, almost like mixue lemonade but smaller and beautiful. They have free water but self service, which is ok. (well nothing beats Sushi Mentai for their refillable green tea for RM1)

If you're here for service and ambience, superb without a doubt. Riverside park is still new so might expect a crowd on weekends. And because it's Riverside, probably the rent is expensive, hence the price. Btw I purposely came on a weekday, no crowd, so should expect quality food.

Btw if you ask my honest opinion, this is comparable to brew house in terms of almost everything. If you are into western food, I honestly prefer empat sekawan or green island (might be personal, since salted egg sauce still beats almost everything). Gravy baby also might be be comparable but slightly better food and slightly more expensive.

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Although this is the cafe I am waiting to have in Auto city but the environment is not what I'm looking for. Understand the trend now that all cafes become bright with lightning but I still love the cafe more cozy and relaxing, a bit romantic lighting, not so bright. The food is perfect especially the grilled chicken salad, but the price is on the high side. You can join members with RM30 and enjoy a 10% each visit and 20% every 7th of the month. You will get a Free gift with the membership, don't forget to redeem as the service is still not stable yet and they will not tell you. The staff and managers look young and have no restaurant experience, I hope the owner will send them for training and know what customer expectations are and how to communicate with customers. My experience there was being told, the outside area is not open for seating even though there is a wait because there is not enough staff, a few times I went there and they still said the same. And when there is a wait, they will tell you a long wait and expect you to leave. If the staff continue to serve customers like that, no matter how nice your food is, people will not come back as service is always no 1 than food. There are a lot of restaurants out there with delicious food.

14/12/24 After a few visitation recently, found the improvement of the service staff, they will ask you about the satisfaction of the food. Very helpful. But the manager is still black face and has no patience. All the other staff are helpful and friendly so worth for...